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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 15, 1894.

No. 298

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

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COATTENTS.

Greenhouse construction 621

Benches first, roof last (illus) 62^

Our telephone 623

Carnations— Notes 624

— Chicago uotes . . . . 624

— American Caruation Society 624

— House of carnation Bouton d'Or (illus) . . . 621

Greenhouse rhododendrons 625

Orchids — Florists' orchids ... 626

Roses— Chicago notes ... 626

House of chrysanthemums (illus) 627

Violets 627

New York 628

Boston 628

PhUadelphia 628

Chicago .... 628

Washington 629

St. Louis . . 630

Catalogues received &i2

The seed trade 634

Baltimore. 634

Ottawa, Canada 636

Botanic gardens 636

Toronto ... 638

Two proposed new associations 640

Epreign notes 642

Owing to absence from home Mr. Scott
was unable to contribute his usual batch
of seasonable hints for this issue.

Lebanon, Pa. — R. W. Wynings has suc-
ceeded the firm of Wynings & Dace, re-
modeling their establishment and adding
five new houses.

Trenton, N. J. — Umpleby & Son have
added three new houses 150x18 and have
opened a store opposite the postoffice.
The cut flower trade has been very good
here so far this season. .:

Mt. Holly, N. J.— Chas-, B. Hornor,
proprietor of the Evergreen Avenue Nur-
series, has lately admitted to his business
his son, Harold Hornor, and the firm will
be known in future as Chas. B. Hornor
& Son.

Lexington, Ky.— Mrs. D. Honaker is
building a new range of houses contain-
ing 10,000 feet of glass. This added to
the 12,000 feet erected last season gives
a total of 22,000 feet of glass in this
establishment.

Greenhouse Construction.

Mr. W. A. Burnham of the Lord &
Burnham Co. delivered a lecture before
the Massachusetts Horticultural Society
on Saturday, Feb. 10, his subject being
"Greenhouse construction." He said
that greenhouse building as a business of
any dimensions of interest in this country
dates back only to the close of the civil
war. During this time the evolution in
greenhouse architecture and construction
had been remarkable, and probably in no
branch of building in this country has
greater progress been made. He estim-
ated that the total amount of money
invested in glass houses, including both
commercial and private establishments,
is no less than $285,000,000. The prog-
ress which had been made in greenhouse
building had been chiefly along the fol-
lowing lines: 1st — more artistic designs
and adaptation to location; 2nd — better
arrangement of plans for light, ventila-
tion and heating; 3d — greater economy
in construction and durability; 4th — gen-
eral adaptation to the growth and exhi-
bition of plants.

In speaking of the selection of plans Mr.
Burnham said that this is a matter of
first importance which should in all cases
be placed in the hands of some person of
skill and experience in this special branch
of architecture, as an ordinary architect,
having little or no experience in such
work, could not be expected to properly
provide for well proportioned ventilation,
proper arrangements for sunlight, pitch
of glass and other essential conditions in
greenhouse construction. For roses, mid-
winter flowering, forcing and early vin-
eries he recommended what is known as
the three-quarter span, having the ridge
about east and west, with the long slope
to the south; for most other purposes the
full span houses with the ridge running
north and south was approved. Refer-
ring to the much discussed short span to
the south system the lecturer spoke as
follows:

It is a modification of the three-quarter
span house, having the short slope of
roof on the southerly side. The height of
the sides are alike. The pitch of the
northerly side is from 221/2° to 30°, and
on the southerly side about 45°. The
plant tables are all on a level. It is
claimed for this style of house that in the
dark winter months the sun's rays strike
the glass at nearly right angles, and that
in consequence more of the rays enter the
house than through an ordinary pitch
roof, and better results are thereby ob-
tained; also that the low pitch on the
north side allows the houses to be set up
against each other similar to the ridge
and furrow system. The claim that a
greater number of effective rays of light
enter the house through a longer plane of
glass at a less pitch is doubtful. A long
flat glass roof on the north side where the

sun never shines, to hold snow and ice
until the warmth of the house melts it
off, is certainly a disadvantage which can
readily be appreciated in this latitude.
Undoubtedly this style of roof admits a
large amount of light, but in this respect
it has no advantage over a full span roof
running east and west. Architecturally
it presents a very awkward appearance.
The level table plan keeps all the plants
except the front bench more or less in the
shade of each other, which is largely
avoided in the arrangement of elevated
tables such as are usually adopted in reg-
ular three-quarter span houses.

He treated the construction of green-
houses under three general heads.

1st— Sash bar houses: These differ, he
said, from other houses in the bars being
made of greaterdimensions and strength,
constituting the principal framework of
the structure. The cheapest, though not
the best, mode consists of this old fash-
ioned post and sash bar house furnished
with an entirely new set of details. As
formerly constructed it was so frail that
it would last in good condition not much
more than five years. Some houses of
this class have been rebuilt three times in
twenty years and arenow ina very shaky
condition. If they had been constructed
in accordance with the new details and
with the materials now in use they would
easily have lasted without rebuilding un-
til the present time. The construction is
entirely of wood except the purlin and
ridge supports, which are usually gas
pipe posts. A list of the different mem-
bers and a description of s^.me which go
to make a complete section of the house
are as follows: Ridge in three sections so
that the splicesare mismatched, with side
grooves for ventilators and glass, projec-
tions for support of loweredge sash bars,
and a dripped cap. The ventilators are
of the usual style, but fastened together
with light metal caps, so that, although
made in sections, they are practically the
same as a continuous single sash the
length of each ventilating shaft. The
gutter is formed in three sections like the
ridge so that all joints are mismatched.
The joints are butted in lead, with metal
slip tongues. The side posts are of locust,
cedar or cypress and not less than six
inches in diameter. For a slight addi-
tional cost iron posts can be substituted.
The sides are of double boarding with
two thicknesses of strong building paper
between. The sash bars are of cypress
lVsx2',4 inches, rabbeted for the glass and
dripped to carry away leakage and con-
densation. They are usually placed for
16-inch glass and run through without
framing from plate to ridge. Stationary
glass or sash ventilators can be substi-
tuted for the boarding above the side
tables if desired. At the foot of the top
ventilator a header is fitted over the bars
without cutting them . receiving the glass,
and in a simple and effective manner do-

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ing away with all framing at that point.
Where a small original investment is an
important factor there is no construction
snperior to it. It is especially adapted
for florists and market gardeners com-
mencing business on a small or bon'owed
capital, where it is important to secure
the largest possible income for the least
present investment.

2nd — Wood frame greenhouses: The
second style as to desirability and cost
consists of an improved construction,
wood forming the principal part of the
frame. The sills are made in three sec-
tions to cap a brick wall, and are adjust-
able to its inequalities. The splices being
made at different points in the length the
sill is the same as though of but one piece
its entire length. The members of the sill
are carefully pitched to turn off water.
The rafters are in two pieces, the long
roof piece running from ridge to plate,
and the upright between sill and plate.
These are joined at the plate or angle by
means of a cast iron bracket securely
bolted; a similar bracket is used at the
ridge. The sash bars are l?ix% inches
dripped to collect condensation. The
purlins which support the light sash bars
are of angle iron fastened by iron lugs
and bolted to each other through the
wood rafters. There is no place left in
this construction where the wood used is
not protected in the most thorough man-
ner against decay. The house is very
light and at the same time strong and
durable. This construction is only
adapted for straight roofs. The form of
the house is simple, but very neat and
graceful. Perhaps a larger number of
this style of house have been built than
any other, and as they present equally as
good an appearance as a more expensive
construction they are likely to remain a
popular style of house.

3d — Iron frame greenhouses: We come
now to the third class, and by far the
most important, as it embraces the best
forms of construction throughout. It
consists of wrought iron frame, cast iron
sills, wrought iron benches with slate or
brick bottoms; in fact every part of the
house which bears any strain or which if
decaj-ed would injure any other part is of
iron and comparatively indestructable.
Wood is used as a cap for the iron work
to prevent trouble caused by contraction
and expansion, and as a setting for the
glass.

The first range of glass where this con-
struction was used was erected in 1881
for the late Jay Gould. At a recent inter-
view Mr. Mangold, Mr. Gould's superin-
tendent, stated that so far as he knew
not a light of glass had been broken by
any settlement or by expansion or con-
traction during the twelve years since it
was built, and with the exception of
painting there has not been n dollar's
worth of repairs in that time. Before the
erection of thi» house and the adoption
of this mode of construction the nearest
approach to it was in the conservatory
at the Botanic Garden at the Capitol in
Washington. That house was originally
built entirely of iron, the glass l)eing set
directly on the iron rnblwts. In this ft)rm
it wn* not a success, and after rc|>ented
repairs and modificntions wood rnblH-ts
for the glass were sulmtitiitcd, and in this
modified form it has since Ik-cu fairly sue-
restful. The cxi>erience of Superintendent
Smith with this house and his valuable
suggestions led the way to a decided and
important improvement. I)uring the
winter of 1H80-1881 Mr. Gould's exten-
sive range of glass and collection of plants
were entirely destroyed by fire, caused by
a defective flue. The old houses were of

wood construction and Mr. Gould re-
quested that if possible the new ones
should be of iron. Up to that date there
were no greenhouse builders in this coun-
try using iron for construction, so that
to meet Mr. Gould's desire it became
necessary to plan a new departure in the
method of construction. With the expe-
rience of the Botanic Garden in mind the
new details were perfected and success-
fully embraced in rebuilding Mr. Gould's
houses, and were almost immediately
adopted by the late Peter Henderson in
an extensive range for commercial pur-
poses. With such endorsements the new
method of construction soon became pop-
ular, and most of the important glass
buildings erected since that time have
been built on substantially the same
plans. The winter garden and green-
house of Mr. Wm. B. Forbes, at Milton,
was one of the earliest examples of this
style of construction in the vicinity of
Boston. The system admits of any form
of roof which may be desired, from a
plain and simple lean-to to large full span
curvilinear structure with Gothic or Ogee
curves. In curvilinear work it has en-
tirely superseded the former wood con-
struction.

The iron sill is cast in sections of the
same length as the distance from center
to center of rafters, usually six to eight
feet long, and shaped to cap an eight or
twelve inch wall, according to the size of
the building. A lug is attached by a tap
bolt to the end of each sill; the rafter is
placed so it rests partly on the end of
each sill, and when a single bolt is placed
through both lugs it will be seen that the
two pieces of sill and rafter are all sub-
stantially secured. The expansion of the
sills is allowed for in a very simple man-
ner by drilling the holes in the lugs
slightly larger than the tap bolts. The
form of the sill is such that great strength
is obtained with the use of but a few
pounds of metal per foot. The top of the
sill is beveled so it does not hold water,
and is provided with a stop cast on solid
for the ventilator or sash toclose against.

The wrought iron rafter is formed of
refined bar iron, %x3 inches dimension
for small houses, twenty feet and less in
width, to ''ixB inches for houses having a
fifty foot span. This iron can be had in
any lengths desired and can be bent to
the shape of the roof, cold, by means of a
screw or hydraulic press. No matter
what the shape of the roof this support-
ing rafter can be bent or welded to it,
giving equal strength as though it were
a simple straight line house. Purlins are
placed laterally between the rafters about
four feet apart. These are made of
wrought iron bars or angles and serve to
brace the rafters side wise, also for the
support of the light sash bars and glass. In
joining the purlins'lo the rafterscare must
be taken to allow for the expansion of
the metal and some sjK-cial pro vison made
for it, as when the sun shines directly
upon the iron it has been known to ex-
pand nearly ' h-inch in an ordinary length
of purlin. Such an expansion in each pur-
lin in a house one hundred feet long
would amount to a total increase in the
length of from one to two inches, and
would cause certain destruction to the
glazing and other parts of the striutiirc.
In this connection the experience of one
of the proprietors of an important New
I^nghind iron works may lie of interest.
lie stated that his father, who w.'is ancx-
fK-rt engineer and had estnlilished the
works many years iK-forc, had liiiilt him-
self an iron framed grcenlioiisc. The first
Bcasr)n it was ruined by contrncti<in and
expansion of the metal. With this ex-

perience as a guide he attempted to
remedy the trouble and made extensive
changes to cure the defects, when it was
again badly damaged. This time he gave
it up and rebuilt it with wood, saying
that an iron frame was not adapted for
greenhouse purposes. This old wooden
greenhouse, after standing many years,
was replaced by one of the modem iron
constructions with entirely satisfactory
results. The amount of wood used in
this construction for sash bars, caps,
sashes, doors, etc., is very slight, and as
no weight or strain of the building de-
pends on any piece of it and as each piece
IS itself supported by the iron frame, a
very long time must elapse before any
repairs are needed; but when that time
comes any part of it or all can be readily
renewed.

Regarding ventilation the lecturer said
that there seems to be but little difference
as to whether the ventilators are opened
from the bottom or the top of the sashas
far as protection from the winds when in
use is concerned, but there is a decided
difference in the mechanical construction
in favor of having them hung to the ridge.
He favored the use of side sash ventila-
tors for rose houses and others which are
to be run in the summer months. He
spoke|highly of American glass, the manu-
facture of which has now reached a high
state of perfection, the double thick glass
averaging nearly ten per cent, thicker
and stronger than the French glass,
which in a hail storm may easily mean
the difference between a broken roof or
one that stood the storm. As to glazing
he favored decidedly wooden sash bars,
and cautioned against the use of adulter-
ated putty. For painting he said there is
nothing better than pure white lead and
raw linseed oil, two to three coats to
new work with an additional coat after
one year, and repainting every two years,
as a roof that is regularly and properly
cared for will last twice as long as one
which is neglected for several years and
only repaired when it must be.

The construction of plant beds, the
selection of lumber, foundations, walks,
location, heating, potting rooms and
other pertinent subjects were all treated
at length and after the conclusion of the
lecture the audience remained a long time
asking questions and discussing the
various points brought out. Hot water
for heating establishments under 10,000
feet in extent was advocated while steam
was acknowledged to have many advan-
tages in its favor where large establish-
ments are heated. Over head heating was
positively condemned by the lecturer and
seemed to have no advocates in the
audience.

Benches First, Roof Last.

Plant houses are usually erected and
glazed before the heating pipes and
benches are placed; but we built a house
last sciison in which we reversed this
order, iiuicli to the satisfaction .'iiul com-
fort of those who did the work.

.\s soon as the walls were made we put
the heating pipes in position with their
permanent supports, then made the
bencluH and laid the walks, having the
latter to travel on during construction
and the benches as siihst.-intial level plat-
forms to scalToId from.

I send with this a photogra|)h showing
the appearance of IIk building while the
roof was being ;i(lde(l. VV. T. Bull.

Franklin, Pa.

Plrask mcntlonthc Aubbican Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

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BENCHES FIRST. ROOF LAST.

Our Telephone.

Hello! Hello, Newport! Is that New-
port, R. I.?

Yes. Number, please.

Tie us up to Carl Jurgens. Hello, Mr.
Jurgens! Is that you?

Yes. Oh, how do you do? What can I
do for you?

Tell us something about bulbous stock.
How is it going this winter?

Well, slow, except lily of the valley. I
think the people don't care very much for
bulbs now. Roses and carnations are
what they want. When roses are cheap
there is no show for bulbs. If roses
would be as dear as eight or ten years
ago, bulbs would sell.

Do you think that the cheapness of
roses accounts for the decline in the de-
mand for bulbous flowers?

Yes, I am sure it does to a considerable
extent. When roses were scarce bulbs
sold. About middle of March so soon as
roses got cheap I alwavs noticed that
bulbs had to suffer. From about 1884
more roses were grown and since then the
bulb flower trade has been falling off
every year. Bulbs will go just as camel-
lias did. The people have got something
they like better.

You say that lily of the valley sells well
still?

Oh, lily of the valley will always sell.
Everybody likes it because it is sweet,
and it never will be out of the market. I
remimber in 1869 when I told a well
known florist that I thought I would
grow lily of the valley in quantity for the
market he said it wouldn't go. "But
what are you going to do with it," he
said, "it sticks up; it never can be used."
At that time you know they made up all
their flowers into flat solid bouquets.

Are you growing the same quantity this
year as usual?

No; good valley stock was scarce last
fall and I did not lay in so much. Up to

December 1 I use stored pips. I put in no
new ones till December 1. The last flow-
ers from the old are gone by January 1,
but the old foliage we keep to go with
the early flowers. By middle of January
the new foliage comes good. "

How about tulips?

Tulips, there is nothing in them any
more. A few fancy ones will always sell,
as some people like them, but in quantity
tulip forcing is gone. Pink tulips are the
best selling now, but they must have
good flowers and long stems, so they will
have to be late. Tulips forced early have
no shape to them. Due Van Thol you
can't give away, not even in the streets.
There are so many roses and carnations
there is no room for tulips.

The demand for tulips increased very
rapidly at one time, did it not?

Yes. In 1872 I had 2,000 tulips in and
couldn't sell them. The next year I had
20,000, but only white would sell. I in-
creased every year till at last I forced
280,000 in one season. Last year it had
got down to 80,000. It's queer the way
thev used to want them. In 1881 or
1882 I forced 95,000 Due Van Thols up
to January 15 and they all went. The
New York people couldn't get enough of
them. They would not give them time
to open. Just the red point between the
folded leaves. Klunder, he would just
pull off the two leaves from the little bud.
"You see, it's as good as a Bon Silene,"
he would say. But ever since 1884 the
tulip has been running down. After that
we had to have finer varieties too. Even
at Easter tulips are gone up excepting in
pans as plants. Many bulbs will always
be sold this way. I believe that bedding
out will increase, so the tulips will always
find a market, if not in one way in
another.

How about narcissus and Roman hya-
cinths?

Well, the paper white nobody seems to
want. There are too many of them by

half, if anybody is to make any money out
of them. I find the double Von Sion the
best selling. The single one is harder to
sell. I get one cent more always for
double ones, but there are fewer of both
sold than formerly. We all got a black
eye on double narcissus last year. There
was a big demand and the price was put
away up. Oh, they're very keen, the Hol-
landers. For my own taste there is noth-
ing handsomer than a big single trumpet.
Over in England they are highly prized
and they are getting out handsome new
varieties all the time. The poet's narcis-
sus I used to sell lots of, but the carna-
tions hurt that now; they take its place.
Roman hyacinths have been selling very
low, although they were grown this year
in reduced quantities.

Do you force lilacs?

I believe I grew the first lilacs that were
ever seen in America before Christmas,
that was in '71. You can have it easily
by December 15 with plenty of heat and
good root stock. Boston never took to
lilacs. In New York they were popular,
but I think they are gone there too.
Every flower seems to have its day. A
few years ago here in Newport they all
wanted sunflowers and such things, but
it only run for about one season. Any-
thing sweet, roses, carnations, violets
and lily of the valley always will be pop-
ular. So I am going more into roses.
Perle is a good rose here; it comes a fine
deep color with us. I have three houses
300x23 and one house 120x18 of Perles.
The buds all go to Boston.

Do you get many "bull heads" on your
Perles?

Not many. I believe that trouble comes
from the plants getting a chill. As soon
as cold weather strikes in December we
get them, but none from now on. I never
see them in the spring or fall. In summer
I rely on La France. That is the rose for
Newport, but it's no good for Boston.
Meteor mildews badly with us in summer.

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there are a few on the benches. The main
object is to try and get varieties that will
not under ordinary conditions do any
bursting, then keep an eye on them all
the time for any indications and hunt up
the cause and remedy it.

Albert M. Herr.

Carnation Notes.

"It's good, but it bursts badly" is a
common expression among carnation
growers, but hardly a correct one. No
carnation that bursts badly can be called
a good one. If it is not a good one, what
is the use monkeying with it? Fire it out
of your list for next season and replace
with a better one. This bursting busi-
ness is a funny thing to control; some-
times you think you have found the
proper way to handle them so they will
not burst, and the next season away
they go all to pieces again, as if their
main object and purpose was to mortify
the grower and teach him how little he
really knows.

In conversation with a grower recently
I was told that he had a very fine seed-
ling that did not burst the calyx last sea-
son and this season it is almost worth-
less from that cause. He acknowledged
that he had been using an artificial fertil-
izer on it and stimulating it considerably,
and thought that might be the cause.
Mv experience has been that any extra
stimulation beyond what will produce an
ordinary healthy growth will also pro-
duce bursted calyces. Keepi. g the houses
very warm and at the same time very
moist will have the same effect. I find
that carnations grown on benches arc
more subject to it than those grown in
solid beds; that growing them ver3' cool
will bring more bursted flowers than all
the other causes combined; that varieties
that are not generally subject to bursting
will in a spell of very dull weather start
and if not very carefully watched will
make a bad lot of bursted flowers.

We can learn a little from these causes
how to help ourselves. In the first place
it is well not to have your soil too rich.
If you find that they will bear a little
more stimulation after growing a while
you can add what you think from their
general appearance they will be able to
stand. It is not policy to grow them too
poor, as even that will cause them to
burst, and you want to give them just as
macb manure of whatever kind you use
aa they can stand to get the best results.
Keeping the houses very warm and at the
same time very moist, also keeping the
bouMB very cool, will burst the flowers.
Everyone will have to learn for himself
what temperature his plants will do l)C8t
in, aa a diflcrencc in the soil will also
make a diflcrcnce in the temperature iK-st
for them; and the diflcrent varieties will
almost all do iK-ttcr in diflcrent tcmpcra-
tarea. Wherever it ia practical each vari-
ety ahould be in a separate house ao it
can have ai>ccial treatment.

I am atill astraddle the fence on the

aucftion of bcnchca vcraua aolid Im'iIh and
on't know which aide to get down on.
When it cornea to n variety like I'red Dor-
ner nnd Aurora there ia no (|ueHtion but
what the licnthca arc the best, but when
you get into Lizzie .VIcGowan, iJ.'iybrcnk
and II numt)cr of others there seem to be-
more pointa in favor of the aolid beds
than lor the t)cncbc«, not the leaat of
which ia the fact that the flowera will
burat a little more on the bcnchca; in fact
withthoactwo vnrietica there areacnrcely
any burated onca on the aolid bcda, while

Chicago Carnation Notes.

NILES CENTER.

Carnations at Stielow's are in full crop
and with exception of one or two benches
are looking well. Daybreak particularly
is extra fine. The house of this variety
is without exception the finest we have
seen this season. There is not a poor or
diseased plant in the batch, the growth
is wonderfully robust, and as the plants
are neatly staked and tied the house is a
beautiful sight. Mr. S. is naturally more
than pleased with this sort, and in his
opinion it will produce as many blooms
as the more common kinds. But the
majority of the other growers we inter-
viewed on this subject do not claim quite
so large a yield, still all are agreed that
as finely grown blooms of this sort
always find a ready market at figures
from 20 to 30% higher than common
varieties it proves one of the most profit-
able carnations grown.

In an adjoining house we find a lot of
Garfields. The plants look vigorous and
are covered with buds and fine blooms.
This stock is grown in solid beds, the soil
in which has never been changed since
first planted with this variety, which has
been grown in it for five or six consecu-
tive years with the most satisfactory
results. We acknowledge that we have
seldom met with a superior looking lot
of Garfield, but although this manner of
growing it has been very satisfactory
here it is still an open question whether
it would not have succeeded even better
»the soil had been changed every year.

Lizzie McGowan and Silver Spray are
grown for white. The former is looking
well, and barring here and there a diseased
plant the stock looks healthy. As a pro-
ducer, too, this kind is quite satisfactory,
and as seen at this place is apparently
free from rust. Silver Spray, too, is in
good form, although not entirely free
from rust. The blooms have a tendency
to split but not nearly as bad as noted in
many other places.

Aurora, as seen here, is a fine variety
and has proved quite satisfactory as a
good all round pink. Iidna Craig on the
other hand is badly diseased and the
(lowers arc badly streaked. Grace Wilder
is fairly good, but the blooms are also
very uneven in color and split badly.
Tidal Wave is good. All the above, with
exception of Garfield as noted, arc grown
on benches.

At Mailander's establishment wc find a
numbcrof houses filled with such varieties
as Lizzie McGowan, Silver Spray, llinze's
White, Daybreak, (iracc Wilder and Tidal
Wave. Most of these are in solid beds
and on the whole look thrifty. Hinze's
White is coming in full crop now nnd
until spring will yield a heavy cut.

Lindcnberg is cutting? some good cnrnn-
tiona at present, principally of such sorts
na D.'iybrcdk, Grace Wilder and Silver
Spray. The latter though is b.idly ruBtcd.
Mere wc note the first tintch of Mrs.
Fiahcr we have met with, but Mrs. I'IhIkt
docan't accm to relish our Chicago soil or
climate, nt any rate wc have never seen
a decent looking lotol this variety grown
in our vicinity, and Mr. Lindcnberg'a arc

no exception to the general rule. The
flowers are small and tinged with pink.

Poehlmann Bros, are into carnations
quite extensively and show a number of
very fine looking houses at present.

Silver Spray when seen last was the
best lot we have noted, and with the
exception of one or two small lots seen
at other establishments the only stock
which shows up in its old time vigor, and
as far as we could notice without a trace
of rust. The flowers, too, are of good
size and form.

Hinze's White is grown quite exten-
sively and is looking well. The flowers
are larger than are often seen even of this
variety, and when left on the plants until
full}' ripe nearly pure white. Although a
late bloomer the Poehlmanns have always
regarded this as one of their best paying
varieties and intend to keep on growing
it. These plants are grown partly in
benches and partly in solid beds with
very little difference in results except that
the flowers produced from solid beds are
a little larger.

Lizzie McGowan also looks well, but
the flowers are not up to standard as
regards size. Daybreak and Tidal Wave
come fully up to the average, but Portia
is rather disappointing although perfectly
healthy and a prolific producer. The
blooms are small.

Grace Wilder we note of better quality
than seen at most places, but it is yet far
from being satisfactory; as far as vigor-
ous growth and soundness of stock gen-
erally is concerned there is little better
to be desired, but the blooms are sadly
deficient. While a few of the blooms are
perfect and of fine color the greater num-
ber are both off color and ragged.

A small batch of Edna Craig are the
first really good stock of this kind we
have met in our rambles. The plants are
perfectly healthy and produce flowers of
extra size and beauty; it is only here and
there we note a bloom that shows a ten-
dency to fade, a fault we noticed too
often in other places. The plants are
grown in solid beds in moderately heavy
soil. B.

American Carnation Society.

The annual meeting of this society will
be held at Indianapolis next Tuesdavand
Wednesday (February 20 and 21). Head-
quarters will be at the Dennison Hotel.
The program is a very attractive one and
the display of new varieties promises to
be very large and of very great interest.
On Tuesday evening the society will be
banqueted by the state and city trade
organizations. With such a combination
of attractions there will undoubtedly be a
large attendance.

House of Carnation Bouton d'Or.

Houton d'Or is not a new carnation,
having been in cxisteiu'c forscvernl years,
but it is practically new to the American
trade, as it has not been disseminated
here to any extent. A few carnation
growers have imported the variety, but
l()un(I it so difficult of propagation that
it was discarded, nntl it was left for
Messrs. Dnilledouze Uros. to discover its
goofi points niul to intrixliuc it to the
Ainirican Ir.'Kic as the best yellow carna-
tion ever offered. These growers claim
to fiiirl no (lifllculty in propiigaling the
variety, and as to its pre-iminenee as
compared with other yellows, in that
quality so conspicuously lacking incarna-
tions of this color, viz., free flowering,
our illustration furnishes excellent proof.

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HOUSE OF CARNATION BOUTON DOR AT DAILLEDOUZE BROS., PLATBUSH. N. Y.

The flower itself is well formed and very
full, color yellow with slight crimson
markings.

Greenhouse Rhododendrons.

These beautiful plants are not grown
nearly as much as they deserve to be,
although they are becoming much more
popular every year. They make one of
the most effiective of all winter flowering
decorative piants and for Easter work
are unsurpassed even by the favorite aza-
lea. They can be brought into flower for
Easter without any trouble, and by giv-
ing to them the same treatment as an
azalea they do well. One thing is neces-
sary— they must not be allowed to dry
out during summer. They must be kept
cool and moist at the roots during hot
weather, or they will not make a good
growth. After growth is completed give
more sun, still not allowing them to dry
out, to ripen the wood and insure the
flower buds setting, then treat as to soil,
attention and so on just the same as an
azalea. The greentouse rhododendrons
are mostly hybrids of R. arboreum and
the Himalayan varieties of R. ponticum.

R. ciliatum is a most valuable florists'
variety on account of its dwarf habit and
early flowering qualities. The flowers
are in clusters of from four to five and
varying in color from rose to pure white.
R. DalhoiisijE is a noble species from the
Himalayas. The largecampanulate flow-
ers measure about four inches in length
and about as much across the mouth;

they are produced in large dense heads
and are white, tinged with rose, and very
sweet scented; it blooms quite early.

Countess of Haddington is a very fine
garden hybrid of very robust habit, the
foliage very stout, bold and dark green;
the flowers are very large, delicate blush
white in color. R. Edgworthii: The
leaves of this species are densely covered
on the under side with soft ferru-
ginous wool, the upper side being
bright green. Flowers large, white
and remarkably fragrant. Rather a late
bloomer. R. fragrantissima is a fine gar-
den hybrid; the flowers are large, pure
white shaded with rose and very fra-
grant. It is one of the best greenhouse
varieties. R. Javanicum is a fine species
of good growth and habit. The flowers
are large and golden yellow in color. R.
Jenkinsii is a very fine compact growing
species, forming a fine specimen; one of
the best for conservatory decoration.
Flowers large, funnel shaped and pure
white. R. Nuttalli: This fine variety
produces immense trusses of very large
pure white flowers; they are, however,
relieved by a tinge of gold in the throat,
while on the outside they are suff'used
with rose.

Prince of Wales is a fine hybrid, the
flowers very long, tubular and of a bright
orange color. It makes a good green-
house plant. Princess Alexandra is a
very free flowering variety; the flowers
are long, tubular and pure white.

R. jasminifolium is a most beautiful and

useful species. The flowers, produced in
large umbels, are tubular, pure white and
very fragrant. Princess Helena is a gar-
den hybrid with long tubular flowers,
delicate pink in color. This variety is of
a dwarf bush habit and is a fine florists'
variety. Veitchianum, very fine species;
the flowers are large, pure white, stained
with yellow at the base and beautifully
crisp at the margins. R. Thibautianum is
a peculiar and pretty species from
Bhotan, the flowers much resembling the
ericas; they are produced in terminal
trusses, beautiful bright red.tipoed green-
ish yellow. R. virgatum candidissimum
is a very fine garden hybrid of very com-
pact growth. The flowers are produced
in large trusses and are pure white.

Princess Alice is a garden hybrid of
dwarf compact habit. Flowers large
white shading to blush, very fragrant
and a very free bloomer. R. prascox is a
dwarf bushy sort with small bright,
glossy leaves. Flowers rosy lilac in color,
remarkably free flowering, flowers very
large. An early flowering variety and
most useful for decorative purposes. R.
Daviesii is a garden hybrid of fine
habit and foliage. Very free flow-
ering, flowers large, orange red in color.
Duchess of Teck is a good growing vari-
ety. Flowers yellow and scarlet, very
striking and showy variety. Duchess oi
Sutherland, a hybrid of good, strong,
robust habit, flowers very large, pure
white and very sweet scented. Fulgens,
a hybrid of good growth with large fiery

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Feb. 15,

crimson flowers, plant of very compact
habit. There are many other varieties,
but I have only tried to name an assort-
ment of the best varieties for general
greenhouse use. Jas. S. Taplin.

Madison, N. J.

Florists' Orchids.

we give below a list of orchids for the use
of such florists as have a fancy for their
culture, not so much for profit perhaps,
but rather that they may never be with-
out flowers.

They are arranged under the usual
flowering months, after several years of
culture. Newly imported plants flower
in a more irregular way. The growing
months are also appended, and here again
newly imported plants are irregular in
growth for a year or two, and this more
especially applies to species from the
southern hemisphere.

Such species as may be propagated by
division or the separation of the back
bulbs are marked with a (*). Such others
as should be renewed from fresh imports
are marked (t).

It is much more satisfactory to grow
a select list of 50 or 100 good orchids
each in quantity, which will cover the
year with their bloom than to attempt
the growth of a lot of stufl" which may
never bloom, or bloom but very sparsely.
Most of the 60 I have selected may be
depended on to bloom every season, and
most of them will make blooming plants
from back bulbs, etc., in from three to
five years, or something longer than a
lilv or a tuberose.
Trenton, N. J. James MacPherson.

JANUARY. Growing

months.

tAngracum sesquipcdale, 8—12

^Calanthe Veitchii, 2— 7

Dendrobium fimbriatum, 3— 9

" Lcechianum, 1 — 9

La:lia anceps, 4 — 10

" anceps alba, 7 — 12

FEBRUARY.

•Coelogync cristata,
•Cymbiditim eburntum,
•Cypripcdium villosum,

•Dendrobium Ainsworthii,

• " nnbilis vars.,

• " Freemanii,

MARCH.

IVanda Amesiana,
•PhBJuB grandifoliuK,
•iJcndrobium chryBotoxum

• " albo-sanguincum,
+Oncidium ii.-ircodc«,
tCattlcya Trianoc,

APRIL.

0
6—12

2—10
'4— K
18—12
2— 9
2— 9

3—10
4—12
6—10
5—11
6— 9
5— 8

{,

fCattlcya intermedin,

•CyprifKrdium liimutiMimn

• " Lawrcnccanum,
•Dendrobium Dnlhou§innum,
+I«xlin purpurntn,
•0(lont«glo»»um pulchcllu»- /

majui, \

MAY.

*i'Eridrfi Hnllnntincanum,

* " I'iclHingii,

1-12

0— 3
4—11
4—10
3— 8
1—10

1— H
9-12

4—10
3-11

*Brassia verrucosa,
•Dendrobium crystallinum,
* " suavissimum,

*Oncidium Lanceanum,

JUNE.

*.-Erides virens,
tCattleya Mossise,
*Dendrobium thrysiflorum,
*Thunia Marshallii,

JULY.

t^ridescrispum,
*La;lia elegans,
*Stanhopea eburuea,
tVanda tricolor,

AUGUST.

*,4Jrides Sanderianum,
*Cesoponidium vulcanicum,
*Miltonia Regnellii,
•Peristeria elata,

SEPTEMBER.

*Saccolabium Blumeii,
•Cattleya Bowringeana,
* " Harrisianum,
tLtelia Dayana,
*Miltonia Candida,
*Oncidium incurvum,

OCTOBER.

*jErides Rohanianum,
*Ccelogyne accellata,
fVanda ccerulea,
*Oncidium ornithorynchum,
t " Rogersii,

NOVEMBER.

*Cypripedium insigne,
*Pleione maculata,
Wallichii,
•Dendrobium Phalasnopsis,
•Zygopetal.ujn Mackayii,

DECEMBER.

tCattleya labiata,
t " Percivalliana,

•Cypripedium Harrisanum,
•Dendrobium bigibbum,
tSaccolabium giganteum,
•Lycaste Skinnerii,
•Laelia Arnoldii,

5—11
1— S
5—10
(1- 5
\9— 12

-10

- 9

- 8

- S

7— U
1—10
8—10
3—11

3—10
1— 8
1— 8
5—11

3—10
5—11

3-

6-
1-

4— 9
2-10
3— 7
2—10
2— S

1— 9
1— 8

1— 8
5— 9
7—12

3— 8
5— 8
1-10
5—10

4— 9
4—11
0-10

Chicago Rose Notes.

NILKS CENTER.

At FredSticlow's wcfind thefirst batch
of Jacqueminots in full crop. Tlie flow-
ers arc of very good color and size and
with long stems, features wc do not
always find in an early crop. Ilut then
it is not so very early in the season cither.
Growers in this vicinity have found out
by past experience that it doesn't pay to
force this rose too early, and coiisciiiicntly
few flowers appear in our iiKirkrl previ-
ous to I'cliruary 1. The (iisl l.lo.nns
were cut January 20. The |ll.l|]l^. .ire
grown in pots and started in balclies of
several hundred at a time at stated times
to insure a continuous crop of blooms.

At the present writing, I'ebruary 2, the
first blooms on the hybrids are opening.
As usual .Mr. Stielow's three houses of
thc»<- roBCB are looking very line and
promise a heavy cut. The following vari-
eties are grown; Ulrich Brunncr, Mme.
(injiriellc Luizct, Rothschild, Mcrveillc dc

Lyon, Louis Van Houtte and Anna de
Diesbach. These hybrids are all grown
in solid beds and are not replanted but
once in three or four years.

We also find a house of Jacques grown
in solid borders. This house was planted
some four or five years ago and has been
a nightmare to Mr. Siielow ever since.
"Just take note of the canes on these
plants," remarks Mr. S., "could they pos-
sibly be stronger or better? The wood is
well ripened up, and yet the result will be
as disappointing this year as it has been
in lormer seasons. I cannot account for
it. The canes break all right, but don't
set any flowers. I am resolved to throw
these plants out every year, but when fall
comes and I see such splendid wood I am
always tempted to give tnem another
trial. Well, I am sure they will go this
year."

The house of Beauties is not looking
well at this writing. Most of the blooms
are on short stems. The fall crop was
very satisfactory.

Several houses of Brides and Mermets
are looking well. The latter variety is of
very good color and good average size.

Gontiers have proved very satisfactory
the entire season. The stock is two years
old and grown in solid beds.

Meteor is doing but little in midwinter.
The blooms, though few in number, are
of fairly good color. La France about
the same.

The bench of Cusins has done but
poorly this year. This variety has been
grown exceedingly well in former seasons
on this place, and proved one of the best
paying kinds. Mme. Pierre Guillot did
fairly well up to midwinter, but is look-
ing very poor now.

At Mailander's establishment we note
a house of Woottons that look very fine.
The blooms, though not as large as we
have seen, are of fair size and remarkably
good color. The plants are vigorous and
altogether the best lot of this variety we
have seen this winter. Brides look fairly
well, and the same might be said of Mer-
mets and Perles. Meteor also is doing
well and now that the days are lengthen-
ing and we get more sun the crop will be
abundant.

S|K'aking of Meteors, we may mention
here that at all the establishments visited
this winter, and that means nearly every
place of note in or around Chicago, we
have seen not one single bench that might
be termed first-class, although we cheer-
fully admit that this rose on the nvcrape
is grown much better this year than in
former seasons, and as its requirements
are better understood by the grower
there is no doubt that the quality of the
blooms will be much improved.

Madam Pierre (iuillot here, the saine as
in other places noted, is an entire failure.
It seems a pity that this beautiful rose
cannot licgrown successfully around here.
It is otic of the very best selling varieties
on the market, ami lor table decoration,
especi.dly under artificial light, has few
e<|UMls. ' But the growers arc unanimous
th.it it don't priy to grow, and so it will
have to go, unless it be grown in suiiiiner.
Of Ciontier wc note three houses doing
well, buds of good size iind bright color.
A large batch of Jacques and hybrids
in pots will be in shortly; the iilants are
well set with buds and promise some good
blooms.

J. Meyer is devoting but little room to
roses, but what is lacking in ciuantity is
made up in quality. Ilis bench of Beau-

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627

HOUSE OF CHRYSANTHEMUMS AT MR. F. DORNER'S. LAFAYETTE, IND.,

BONNAPFON IN THE FOREGROUND.

WITH THE NEW VARIETY MAJ.

ties is the finest of the kind we have seen
this winter. Brides and Mermets too
are of extra size and excellent color.
These are produced ontwo yearold stock
planted in solid beds. One house of
Perles grown on benches is a sight to
behold; the wealth of blooms is remark-
able.

Poehlman Bros.' range of rose houses
is in splendid condition; with the excep-
tion of Beauties every bench is in fine
shape. The folio wing varieties are mostly
grown: Mermet, Bride, Perle. Wootton,
Gontier, La France, Albany and Meteor.

Adam Harrer is showing a good house
of Perles, but many of the blooms are
bullheads. Mermets and Brides are also
looking fairly well, but the cut is not sat-
isfactory. La France and Albany are
doing poorly, and so is Gontier.

Peter Blaumeiser's place doesn't look
as well as we have sometimes seen it.
The roses are more or less mildewed and
are also affected with black spot. There
is a house of Jacques in solid bed which
looks promising, and Beauties look fairly
well.

At Lindenberg's there is a good pros-
pect for a nice crop of roses from now on.
The cut this winter up to the present was
rather light. Most of the plants are two
year old stock grown on benches and con-
sist of the leading varieties of the older
sorts. B.

Violets.
Ed. Am. Florist: — Will you ask Mr.
Edwin Lonsdale if he will kindly give
(through your paper) his views on the
culture of violets under glass, through
the year; and thereby conferagreat favor
on the undersigned, and I doubt not, to
the trade generally. E. G. Bridge.

The greenhouses best suited, according
to my judgment, to the cultivation of
violets under glass all summer are those
having the short span to the south, be-
lieving that this style of house is cooler in
summer than those generally in use, on
account of the angle at which the sun
strikes the glass. Thorough side ventila-
tion in addition to that at top and as
low down on the walls as practicable
must in all cases form a part of an all-the-
year-around violet house.

The house may be of any width best
suited to the tastes and ideas of the
owner, but that which would best meet
the requirements of violets is one with a
bed occupying the centre only of the house,
and walks up each side and at the ends.
The bedsshould be solid, and well drained
and for convenience in pickingthe flowers
and handling the plants generally they
should not be less than two and a half
feet high. The sides of the bed may be
kept in position either by two inch planks
or a brick wall may be built, or what I
believe to be preferable to either is a wall
made of concrete, as it is more lasting
than the former and much cheaper and
equally as permanent if well done as the
latter. We have used for a similar pur-

pose coal ashes and Portland cement, six
parts of the ashes to one of the cement,
with very gratifying results.

The plants should be placed in position
as early in the spring as possible, eight
to ten inches apart each way, according
to the strength of the variety, and the
glass should be very lightly shaded with
white lead and naptha, or what perhaps
would be better, one gallon of turpentine
to one pint of boiled linseed oil; this
checks the fierce rays of the sun without
shading a great deal. If the plants are
thoroughly clean from red spider or other
insect pests when planted they can easily
be kept clean if treated intelligently, as
to watering, ventilating, weeding, etc.

There is no doubt in my mind that the
lifting process which violets, carnations
and some other plants which are used for
winter flowering have to go through in
the fall is largely the causeofmuchdisease
in this and similar classes of plants. In
some soils and in some seasons these
diseases are more prevalent than others,
and ol course some varieties of plants lift
with greater ease and more certainty
than others, and in some soils the root
formation of a given plant is different to
that which is made in other soils, and all
these things have to betaken into consid-
eration when experimenting. E. L.

When sendi.ng us newspapers contain-
ing items you wish us to note please do
not fail to distinctly mark the item so it
can be easily found, as we can not spare
the time to hunt through the mass of
papers sent us for unmarked items.

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The American Florist.

Feb.

•5,

New York.

Owing to the very stormy weather the
Florists' Club meeting on Monday even-
ing was slimly attended, but the proceed-
ings were interesting and the members
present made up in enthusiasm what they
lacked in numbers. President O'Mara
being still unable to attend, Ex-President
Manda presided.

The treasurer presented his annual
report, which showed a cash balance in
the treasury of twenty-three hundred
dollars.

The proposed palm garden and what
share in its establishment the club should
undertake was brought up and freely dis-
cussed and was finally assigned to the
next meeting, a committee having been
appointed to investigate and ascertain
whether the club has any right to invest
in such outside business.

An amusing discussion took place be-
tween Mr. Fred Storm and Alderman
Morris regarding the methods of admit-
ting new members and the advantages
and drawbacks ot secret ballots, investi-
gating committees, black balls, etc.

Mr. C. W. Ward next took the floor in
advrcacy of extending an invitation to
the .\merican Carnation Society to hold
their next meeting in New York City, and
after some discussion the secretary was
directed to forward such an invitation on
behalf of the club to the Indianapolis
meeting of the Carnation Society.

Messrs. Weathered and Manda then
spoke in favor of holding an exhibition
during the coming spring and this was
favored by the meeting and a motion
passed recommending to the incoming
exhibition committeethat such an exhibi-
tion be arranged for at the earliest possi-
ble date.

The chair then announced that there
were two strangers present, Judge C. W.
Hoitt of Nashua, N. H., and Mr. E. A.
Wood of Boston, and called upon these
gentlemen to addressthe club, which they
did in a most acceptable manner, thank
ing the club for their generous treatment
and expressing the kindly feeling enter-
tained in their homes towards the New
York club.

Cut flower trade is dull. The first indi-
cation of a collapse was on the day be-
fore Ash Wednesday, and since then there
has been but little doing. Thousand
rates are beginning to be quoted on roses,
the mixed grades going as low as $15 to
$20, and it only requires a little sunshiny
weather to bring about the proper condi-
tions for a G-c !''•• m— <<-'ii'-.

Boston.

A trip to the F. L. Ames greenhouscsat
North Hasten is always a treat, for there
is no time of the year when there is not
•omrthing to sec, but just about now the
orchids arc ut their l>e8t, and Mr. Robin-
son is never tired of showing and talking
about his pots. The time passes very
quickly while listening to him as he
enthusiastlcallv and eloquently points
out the beauties of the many rare and
valuable gemii in this the finest of all the
orchid collecllons in America. I. alias in
many rare forms, cypripcdiumsin wonder-
ful variety of form and color, odontogloB-
sums without numlior, curious mnsdeval-
lias, cattlcyns in gorgeous array and a
host of other interesting and curious
things arc now blooming. The stovi-
houses have been rebuilt during the past
season and the plants with their Im-
proved ndvfintnges and increased room
arc in splendid trim, while the big grotto
with Its palms, tree ferns, Ix-gonlas anri
lycopodlums never looked bctlcr. Another

North Easton establishment where the
boys like to call is Mr. Gilmore's, where
Mr. Thos. Greaves presides over the
houses. There is no attempt to rival the
great Ames collection, but Mr. Greaves
always has somethingcreditable to show
and produces wonderful results from the
rather limited opportunities which he
enjoys.

The three New England members of the
executive committee of the S. A. F. with
a few of their friends were entertained by
Mr. Edward Hatch on the evening prior
to their departure for Philadelphia. The
occasion was a grand send-off for the
delegation and was altogether one of the
merriest reunions amongst the fraternity
here for many a day. The table was pro-
fusely decorated with flowers and plants.
Mr. Hatch presided and close at his elbow
sat Judge Hoitt, to give him inspiration
probably. The four Falstaffs, Norton,
Comley, Ewell and Dawson were all on
one side of the table which was balanced
on the other side by a row which made
up in musical and mental attainments
what they lacked in avoidupois. The
speeches were in part congratulatory, Mr.
Hatch having recently moved into a new
and commodious office. The musical
numbers formed a leading part of the pro-
gram, Mr. Wood's "Sleigh Bells," Daw-
son's "Five Cripples," Allan's Scotch
ditty, Ewell's improvised recitatives and
other melodies being rendered in the most
approved style. Mr. Comley told some
of his experiences in Japan, Robinson
gave an excellent recitation and Edgar's
autobiography read by himself was one
of the great events of the evening.

The effect of Lent has begun to be felt
by the trade and there are signs that as
soon as sunny weather is in order an ac-
cumulation of stock is probable. Roses
are more abundant but areof such agood
quality that prices have not yet begun to
drop, although this may occur at any
time now. Dana & Murphy are sending
to N. F. McCarthy & Co. a lot of the
finest Mermets and Brides. These Mer-
mets are rivals in color for the best
Bridesmaids. H irrisii lilies move very
slowly, and bulbous stock in general
shows but little life.

The Florists' Bowling Club met the
South End Bowling Club on Friday
night and turned the tables on them to
the tune of 179 points, and Messrs.
Elliott, Foster, Coleman and their asso-
ciates on the team are carrying their
heads high as a result. Judging from the
interest recently developed here Boston's
team will likely be heard from at Atlantic
City next August.

Mr. C. M. Atkinson has been seriously
ill for the past week. Mr. Thos. A. Cox
is also on the sick list.

In town: Mr. H. W. Gibbons represent-
ing Ilitchings & Co., New York.

Philadelphia.

The I-eliru;iry meeting of the I'lorists'
Chil) was well attended and the proceed-
ings were of a very Interesting character.
Mr. J. L. Dillon of Hlooniburg and Mr.
Jiimes Dean of Brooklyn were .iniong the
visitors. Kcm.irks eulogistic of Mr. G.
W. ChiMs, who for some time had been
an honorary memlwr of the club, were
made by several of the members. Mr.
Robert Craig spoke in liehnlf of the na-
tional society and said that as long as
life shall last Mr. Childs' name would
ever live In their memory. Mr. Dean also
spoke feelingly and said that while the
local horticultural bodies would feel
keenly his loss It would also 1>; felt by the
whole country at large.

Mr. Burton's paper on the most profit-
able roses for winter forcing was not
read, as the arrangements for the S. A. F.
executive meeting and meeting of the soci-
ety at Atlantic City took up so much
time.

Mr. Dean was called on for some
remarks. He spoke of the interest the
Phila. members seemed to take in their
club, and was glad to see they were so
united. He predicted a large and enthu-
siastic meetingat Atlantic City in August
next. His thoughts then drifted to the
carnation, which subject, by the way,
seems to be contagious, as everybody
appears to be getting the craze in some
form. The improvements in Lhis flower
he said had exceeded all others in the past
five years and he thought a great deal of
the credit was due to the Carnation Soci-
ety, that had done so much to boost the
flower. He predicted, or rather said it
was stated, that not only $7 and $12,
but as much as $25 per hundred would
be obtained for choice flowers in the near
future; that the model flower now must
be at least three inches across and the
stems two feet long. In speaking of
chrysanthemums he cautioned the grow-
ers not to try to get them larger. They
were large enough. It was not size, but
perfect form, good colors and keeping
qualities that should be sought for.

Mr. Dillon said that he came to learn
and he was glad to hear that carnations
were going to bring $25 per hundred.
He said, however, that carnations could
be grown too large; he considered perfec-
tion in color, form, fragrance, stems and
foliage better than size.

Mr. Lonsdale spoke of carnations seen
on his Boston trip. Among others that
impressed him he spoke of Jacqueminot,
which he thought would be a winner.
He said to Mr. Dillon's qualifications
should be added size, for carnations could
not be grown too largeif they had all the
other good qualities.

There seem to be a great many carna-
tions about at the present time, yet the
price holds up very well. The majority
are now selling at $1.25 to $1.50 per
hundred; choice stock, however, brings
$2 to $3, and some Edna Craigs $4,
while Helen Keller is now down from 7
to 0, a remarkable drop. However, in
spite of the retail price, from $1.25 to
$1.50 per dozen, it is being asked for by
name over the counter.

Roses are plentiful, although there is no
glut. Prices have not fallen any as yet
on account of the Lenten season, which,
by the way, except for a day or two, has
not had any detrimental effect on busi-
ness. The mild, spring-like weather of
the past few days has helped the plant
trade considerably and flowering plants
have moved quite lively.

lirunners have dropped a bit in price,
but it ison accountof thelr(|uality rather
th.'in for any lack of demand. The earli-
est Hrunncrs seem to have been the best
tills season, as those coming in now are
too single and have not the rich color
and beautiful f( rni wlikli makes this rose
so h.indsonv. K.

Chicago.

The proceedings at the last meeting of
the Florist Clul) were <|uitc informal but
decidedly interesting. There was a gen-
eral discussion of a dozen different sub-
jects of trade interest, and sevcr.'il speak-
ers told some excellent stories to illustrate
points made. Mr. A. Ringicr, salesman
for W. W. Barnard & Co., told of a big
d<ig owned by that veteran grower,
August DresscI, which had been so cdu-

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cated by his master that when any one
said "bulbs" in his hearing he would
show his teeth and growl. Mr. R. brought
down the house by naively adding, "I
am afraid that tulip bulbs will be reason-
able in price this year." Mr. R. an-
nounced that one grower had admitted
to him that he had made money on
Roman hyacinths this year. But he re-
fused to give the gentleman'sname which
was at once loudly called for.

All agreed that trade was very dull,
and still there is very little first-class
stock in the market. All really good
flowers are quickly snapped up. In view
of the scarcity of good flowers may be
it's just as well that the demands upon
the retailer are no greater than they are.
The scarcity of good American Beauty
roses was specially noted, and Mr. An-
thony called the attention of those pres-
ent to the value of Ulrich Brunner to
supply the shortage of American Beauty
at this season. American Beauty is
nearly always about run out by the holi-
days, and in this market there is always
a shortage of large roses in January and
February. He believed there was a fine
chance to make money for any grower
with proper facilities who would bring
in the Brunner during the months noted.

Orchids have now become standard
stock in this market. Though most of
them come from outside Mr. Anthony
has of late had so many more than was
called for by his retail trade that he has
been sending quantities to a commission
house. He grows mainly cattleyas and
said he could cut 200 fine blooms now
for any one that wanted them. Corbrey
& McKellar have had a particularly fine
stock of orchids of late. On a recent occa-
sion their ice box contained more orchids
than were ever before seen together at
one time in this city.

Mr. Kirkham brought up the subject of
enlarging the club's library and allowing
members to take books home with them
between meetings. The suggestion was
favorably received and a committee ap-
pointed to put it into practice.

President J. T. Anthony is in Philadel-
phia attending the meeting of the execu-
tive committee of the S. A. F.

Several Chicago florists will attend the
coming meeting of the American Carna-
tion Society at Indianapolis.

Mr. W. J. Smyth has sold his green-
houses at 160 43d street to Mr. J. Blanck
who will conduct a general business.
Mr. Smyth retains his store at 256 31st
street and will again be a retailer only.

The Horticultural Society of Chicago
has issued the premium list for its chrys-
anthemum show of 1894. The cash pre-
miums amount to $4,189, of which
$1,091 is offered in prizes for chrysanthe-
mum cut blooms, $1,010 for chrysanthe-
mum plants, $395 for other plants, $688
for cut roses, $240 for cut carnations,
$120 for other cut flowers and $645 for
floral arrangements. In the chrysanthe-
mum cut bloom section prizes of $50, $35
and $25 for vases of 50 blooms each of
ivhite, yellow, pink, crimson, bronze and
any other color are a leading feature and
should bring out a grand display. In
chrysanthemum plants the leading prizes
are for single specimens of each of the
leading colors and groups of plants
grown to single stem and flower. A de-
parture is the heavy increase in the prizes
for vases of roses. Fifty blooms to a
vase is the rule and in the majority of
■cases the prizes are $15 tor 1st and $10
for second. The show is arraneed to be
open seven days, beeinningr Saturdav,
Nov. 3, and closing Friday, Nov. 9. The
rules require that all the plants and chrys-

anthemum flowers (except seedlings)
shall be in position by 11:30 a. m. of the
opening day. On the third day occurs
the first competition in roses, carnations
and other cut flowers. On the fourth
day prizes will be awarded on seedling
chrysanthemums and mantel decorations.
On the fifth day the second competition
in roses. carnations and other cut flowers
takes place. The feature for the sixth
day is the table decorations, for which
prizes of $100, $75 and $50 are offered.
On the seventh and last day the special
attraction will Le baskets of orchids,
roses and chrysanthemums and set of
bride's and bridesmaid's bouquets. A
new feature that we should have noted
above is the offering of liberal prizes for
vases oi fifty blooms of carnations in 24
classes, named varieties, excef,t 4 classes
for new introductions. It is certainlv a
liberal list and it will undoubtedly bring
out a display of which the society may
be proud and that will, if properly adver-
tised, make a satisfactory showing at the
box office. Copies of the list may be had
on application to the secretary of the
society, Mr. W. C. Egan, 620 Dearborn
avenue, Chicago.

Business so far has dropped off greatly
since Lent began; it is said that Ash
Wednesday was about the quietest day
on record in the trade, and prices already
show the effect ot the change. On Mon-
day and Tuesday the effect of the great
storm was felt in the local market, both
days being exceedingly dull. There was
no difficulty in getting the stock in on
Monday, as it was usually shipped before
the roads were blocked, but some delay
was experienced Tuesday morning. It is
quite likely that some of the shipping or-
ders were delayed after leaving the city.

In roses there is stil! a lack of good
Beauties; they are worth from $1.50 to
$4 a dozen, according to quality. There
is still a preponderance of short-stemmed
and malformed flowers, which areentirely
unsalable. It is a pity there are no Brun-
ners to fill up the gap, but none of this
rose are expected from local growers for
another fortnight, by which time prices
may be better. Meteors are mainly very
dark in color, almost black, and quite a
few are poorly formed; the best sell for $7
a hundred. Wootton and Bridesmaid
are good at $6; Peiles go at $2 and $3,
and there are many very small flowers
among them. Mermet, Bride and La
France are down to $4, and are fairly
good in quality. Carnations are increas-
ing in quantity; ordinary varieties are
$1 to $1 50, fancies $2. Quite a lot of
Buttercup has been received lately, but
this does not sell nearly as well as Day-
break and Scott. Edna Craig comes in
limited quantity, but growers complain
that it is not very free.

Violets may be named as the one flow-
ers which continues in brisk demand;
they are $1 to $1 50. Mignonette varies
from $1 to $2.50. Singularly enough,
alter being the greatest possible drug for
months, Romans have taken a jump and
are selling well at $2 to $3. Valley is
rather slow at the same price. Daff idils
do not go as they ought; they are $3 to
$4. but sell slowly. Tulips are very vari-
able; one day they sell, another they do
not. Some fine Chrysolora go, and some
extra Kniserkroon have gone at $5. but
most of them are cheerfully sold at $2.50.
Smilax doesn't go at any price; it has
been stagnant all winter.

Ransom E. Kennicott, oldest son of
Amasa Kennicott, was married February
14 to Miss Clementine Roland of Free-
port. Mr. Kennicott has settled at Car-
bondale, 111., where he will grow for the

Chicago market the same lines of hardy
flowers as are grown by his father at the
old Kennicott place.

Washington.

The Japanese Minister and Mrs. Tateno
gave an elegant dinner party recently at
the legation in honor of the Secretary of
State and Mrs. Gresham. The table dec-
orations were in green and white. Three
large plats of Puritan roses and adian-
tums were on either side of the table. In
the center was a silver candelabra capped
with green shades, resting on a white
satin square embroidered in gold. Dec-
orative plants were arranged in the
drawing rooms, the chandeliers were fes-
tooned with asparagus and the mantels
banked with spring flowers fringed with
maidenhair ferns.

At Mrs. Secretary Graham's breakfast
at the Arlington Hotel in honor of Mrs.
Cleveland the decorations were in oink
and green. The cloth was strewn with
roses and asparagus. At either end of
the table were oval plats of pink carna-
tions with a centerpiece of extra La
France roses and maidenhair ferns.

Secretary of the Interior and Mrs. Hoke
Smith recently gave a dinner in honor of
the President'and Mrs. Cleveland. Their
elegant home was handsomely decorated,
the colors used being white and green.
The dining room, which is octagonal in
shape, was a bower of bloom. From the
center of the ceiling radiating to every
part of the room were countless strings
of asparagusdottcd with white camellias,
forming a complete canopy. In every
detail the features of a typical Georgia
feast were carried out, the camellia being
the flower of the state. In each corner of
the room were small groups of decor''tive
plants reaching to the ceiling. The large
mantel was banked with adiantum and
studded with camellias, relieved with
valley and giant mignonette. The mirror
over mantel was festooned with aspara-
gus and here and there was fastened a
bunch of valley. The buffet was hand-
somely decorated with asparagus and
valley, Romans and* mignonette. The
centerpiece on the table was an oblong
silver bordered mirror, about the edge of
which was a garland of camellias resting
on a wreath of asparagus, the inner edge
of which was fringed with valley. A tall
silver centerpiece with four arms, each
supporting a very handsome cut glass
vase, rose from the center of the mirror
and held lilies of the valley and other
spring flowers, including some of the
finest giant mignonette it has been my
pleasure to see this season. This center-
piece was a very handsome thing, reach-
ing almost to the chandelier, yet so light
as not to obstruct the view across the
table. Smaller mirrors of the same kind
were similarly bordered , forming a wreath
around the center. Encircling the table
forming half wreaths about each plate
was a garland of lilies of the valley.
Dainty little green wheelbarrows holding
pistachio almonds, for each guest, were
tied with narrow green ribbons, through
each of which were sprays of valley and
above which poised white butterflies.
The idea of green and white was even
carried out in the gown worn by the
hostess. In the entrance hallway in the
corners were tall bay trees covered with
white camellias To the average guest
they looked like camellia plants in full
bloom. On either side of the fireplaces
were great clusters of lilies. This was
probably one of the largest decorations
of the season, if not the largest, and was
executed in Mr. C. F. Hale's best style.

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St. Louis.

The regular monthly meeting of the
Florists' Club was held during the past
week and owing no doubt to the interest-
ing matters that were expected to be acted
upon there was an excellent attendance.
The committee appointed to revise the
constitution and by-laws at last reported
and as the changes suggested were numer-
ous and radical the better part ot the
afternoon was taken up in discussing the
proposed changes. The most important
matter allowed was the providing forthe
admission of honorary members. This it
is thought will greatly strengthen the
club, and bring it into more intimate con-
tact with the tiower lovers and buyers of
this city. The suggestion regarding the
faoldiag of the meeting in the evening
rather than in the afternoon, was
promptly sat upon, owing to the number
of members present who lived out of
town and would be unable to attend if
the sessions were held inthee%'ening. The
attempt made to raise the initiation fee
and dues resulted in the annual dues be-
ing raised from two to thrte dollars.

The secretary read a communication
from the trustees of the Shaw estate, and
announced that the Shaw medal had been
presented to the club. It was ordered
that it be suitably engraved and
forwarded to the winners.

A paper on carnations was then read
by Mr. Carroll, in which he thoroughly
covered the history of that plant as well
as the methods of growing the commer-
cial varieties of the present time. To
show that he understood what he was
talking about, there were present from
his place a 6ne vase of different varieties,
notable among them being Albertini and
Oomer. Mr. Fillmore followed with a
short paper on the same subject giving
the facts which he found to bemostessen-
tial in the successful growing of the
Divine flower; bis remarks all through
showed they had been drawn from ex-
perience and successful practice.

Prof. Treleasc of the Missouri Botanical
Gardens, (who had been presented with
a carnation plant suffering from nema-
toids), read a short paper covering the
life history of the ncmatoid, explaining
the manner in which it increased, and did
damage as well as the inability to reach
it with any means at our command and
owing to being in the plant. There was
passed around during the reading of the
paper, an cnlargcddrawingof the various
promts touched on in his remarks which
mndc them additionally plain.

Owing to the lateness of the hour, the
question of holding n shr>w, which wasco
bare l>een decided nt this meeting, was
referred to n rommittce com|Kiiied o( .Mr.
H. Young. K. H. Michel, and I'rank l-ill-
more, with instructions to rejKjrt at the
next meeting.

The m.irliet still remains firm. The
(act that lyrnt hnslir^un has had no appre-
ciable affect. This IS about as was ex-
pected, ns Irnde for the past several
months is not of n kind to lie at all
affected by I^nten devotions. CfDoil
stock is sliil scarce ond goes nt once, nnd
the probabilities ore bright for n grind
spring iwnirin. K. V . T.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

A(9T«nia«fn«nu artdnr iMa Ftrat'l will Imi ItiMtrtiwl al
Uk« fBM ut Ml flante • lln« tmmm\ wofflaf imeh Inaor-
>.. Cksh MM MSuniMnr "r<1«r funt ulr> niA

SITCATIOX W.VSTED-By a Drnctlcnl florist nnd
gardener In private or commercial place; good
references. 8 I*, care .\merlciiu Florist.

WITI:aTION wasted— By a lady, where she can
O tlioruunhly learn decorative and designing work:
salary no object, hut would e.\pect board and lodging,
C. E., Henly, Hays county, Texas.

SITUATION' WANTED— By a German tiorlst. 21
years ot age. on private or well situated commer-
cial place: y vears experience. Address

U. Magek, hvM Madison Ave,. Chicago,

SlTL'.\TION WAN"TED-By March 1, in private
greenhouses: experience as assistant gardener:
Gennan: salary IHU « ranntb. room without board.
Address E H, care Amerlc:in Florist,

yrri'.VTloN W.\NTEI>-By flrst-class designer a
O situation where artistic work Is appreciated Fast
worker; steady and sober. Moderate salary but steady
place expected. Address Y Z, care Am Florist,

wITl'.VTlO.N WANTED-For gentleman's place by
t^ single man experienced In flower, vegetable and
fruit growing. Good references. Address U.
care Barnard's Seed Store, f- \ N N, Clark St., Chicago,

OITCATION WANTED-By a flrst-class florist, tier-
O man. single, age '-'7. Life experience In the busi-
ness, thorougiily In all branches, honest and sober and
good worker. First-class references.

H R. care American Florist,

OITIATION WANTED-As manager, foreman or
O beadgardener In commercial or private place: a
th^iroughly experienced florist, fruit and vegetable
grower: married, no children. East preferred. Good
references. Address E C. care Am. Florist,

SITUATION' WANTED-By a good all round florist,
O grower and propagator, as foreman or assistant
in a commercial place, single, American, have had 1(1
years experience. Eastern Stiites preferred: can give
best of reference. Address h'Loitl.sT,

'it!. East nth St.. New York, N, Y,

SITCATIO.V WANTED-By unmarried Scotch gar-
dener: U years' experience in this and the old
country: .)'..; years as furenian In the largest wholesale
and retail catatutue plant business In Canada, Ad-
dress for further particulars GEoiu;i: Watt

'-M7 East Avenue N, ilnmllton, (hit., Canada,

UITCATION WANTED-As assistant c.r forennm,
O hy a young man, sober. Intelligent and of extcu-
tlve ability: many years experience In growing cut
flowers and plants In U. S. and Europe: good recom-
mendations; ntirthern part of Illinois preferred: state
wages. Address I'ltArriCAL, care American Florist,

SITlATlllN WANTED-By an energetic flrst-class
man, as head gardener: have had 2(J years expe-
rience in the best gardens in England among orchids,
stove plants, grapes, etc, renovating olil and laying
out of new gardens, last seven years as head; flrst-
class relcrences, age 111. Address, stating terms to
Mk, Voi-.m;. 'i^ Smith St,, IIartfor<l. Conn.

WANTKD— Flrst-class market gardener, single. (;ei^
man preferred: wages F.^ per month and board.
ScilMAL/.l. \ 111 HKli. Marysvllle, Kans,

WA.NTKD— Man t^igrow roses and carnallons: also
one to grow chrysantliemums and general stock,
Atldress Coi.k Bkiis., Imix 677, Teorla, 111,

WANTKIl- A salesman In stciro %vbo has also had
experience In gr<)Wl!ig stulT; good reference re-
ciulrcd Apply Bool, l-i.oH VI. Co., llhiica, N. Y,

WA,NTKD lnt<Tc»t In or charge of greenhouse,
cijiniiiercliil orprlviile, by young man, married,
Gennan; thorough In all branches, in Gerniiiii and
American gn»wtli. h'orcinan for lU years In one pliH-e.
(iood ri-fi-renccs. Address A C J., bt.x 14, Calla, u.

L''llll SAI.K Four greenhouses, well slocked, with
X' very valuable pic'ci' id griMind. reason for selling
olil age. AildresH Wm. Si'KlM.licutN. Diibiaiuu, la,

I/lPlt IlKN'l' At Hlvcr>ldc. 111. greenhouses, Isiller.
V pipes; all In running ordiT Kent cheap. Call or
address I'KTKK Uh..Mil;V, Hill Ogderi Ave., Chicago

1. Six Section Carmodys Champion boiler: 21 Cftl^
mody'8 sash lifters with two wheels and attachments
The above have been in use one year nnd are in pei^
feet order. 30 Hotbed Sash. Coleman's i)atent. :sxli, 3
runs: 1.^ never been used: 15 been used about two
months. Well painted with two coals of white lead
and oil: all Cypress. '225 feet 2 Inch pipe. oUU feet 1^
Inch pipe. Plenty Tees, Elbows. Unions, Reducers,
etc. It; Ventilating sash all cypress. 71X1 or 800 feet of
cypress greenhouse bars. 2tHIU feet of glass, 12x12 D
thick. 1*2x18 sing S. In fact two greenhouses with all
their equipment for sale at a bargain. Take note of
this brother Florists in New Orleans, Birmingham,
Vlckstmrg. Mobile and Atlanta. You will never see a
better rliaiice than Ibis. All this ciiulpnicnt Is new,
not thrown out because it Is too old and out of date.
1 sell because 1 am tired of digging In the dirt, and
sick of flghting so many pests.

UliO. W. STAPLE, MeriillHn, Miss.

For Sale.

• • • • •

Ten shares of the A. T. De La
Mare Printing and Publishing
Co., Lt'd, (tlorists Exchange).
Apply to

ERINST ASMUS,

WEST HOBOKEN, N. J.

Our stock is largt; and handsome, consisting of

70 to 75 varieties, including the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at 8<).50 per 1000 by express; in 20
varieties, at SI. 00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at 82.00
per 100 by mail.

Golden Verschafteltii and Mrs. I. D. Haight (yellow)^
at 88 00 a 1000. IVe wtU induiU at least 50 cut-
tings of the new kinds in every 1000 purchased.

CARNATIONS.

A large stock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.
Rooted Cuttings. 8o 00 per 100; 845 00 per 1000.
Prices of other kinds on application.

Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed ia
nil cases.

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDAI.E, FA.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Wc have a very fine stock of the following plants, from 2-incli pots,
which we are pleased to offer.

r.r nil) I'.T lo*

S7,00

5.00

- 3.50

3 50 MME. HOSTE, - 3.50

3150 BENNbTTS, - - 3.50

AM. BEAUTY,

BRIDESMAID,

LA FRANCE,

ALBANY,

BRIDES,

MERMETS,

KAISERIN,
PERLES,
WOOTTCNS.
MME. HOSTE,
BENNbTTS,

$4.00
3.50
3.50

»ip«^«O0« with .

rnnrrln*!.
■ f-»n». Vi

8m'AT\*tH «A>TKI» llr an v , xM•tu^nr€H^ ^«r-

CHRYSANTHEMUM PLANTS, (Soui i.-r ..ur iist, . $3.00 per 100

ThU stock is all ktowii from the best and stroncrest wood, and we are
riTtiiin that it will (fivu natisfaction.

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.,

4., LLiRe St., 0HL10A.O0.

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YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice plants in 2-inch

Am. Beauties,

Bridesmaids,

Kaiserin,

La France,

D'ch. of Albany,

Brides,

Per 100

$7 00
5 00

4
3
3
3

00
50
50
50

Mermets,
Perles,
Woottons,
Mme. Hoste,
Bennetts,

p"ts :

Per 100

$3 50
3
3
3
3

50
50
50
50

propagated

ourselves,

has been

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and
from selected wood. We raised the above to grow for
and it will give better satisfaction than stock which
raised simply to sell.

BASSETT & WASHBURN,

HirtsdaLle, 111.

YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice
Plants in 2 1=2 inch pots.

AM. BEAUTIES,
LA FRANCE,
DUCHESS OF ALBANY,
BRIDES,

Per 100.

$6oo
3 5°
3 5°
3 5°

MERMETS,
PERLES,
WOOTTONS, -
PAPA GONTIERS,
METEORS,

Per 100.

$350
3 50
3 50
3 5°
350

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated from selected wood.
We raised the above to grow for ourselves, and it will give better satis-
faction than stock which has been raised simply to sell.

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Avenue, OHIO^^OO.

NEW PLANTS

OF STERLING MERIT.

ROSE MRS. W. G. WHITNEY.

CBRYSANTHEMUMS:

Yellow Queen, Achilles, Malmaison, May-
flower, Minerva and Titian,

and all other really good things in this line.

JOHN N MAY,

SUMMIT, NEW JERSEY.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manettl Stock, offer the best re-
sults to the florist, blooming freely and kIvId^ pleuty of
cuttings for proinigntinf; quickly. Flue plants for sale
by the lOU or lUUO. at low rates,
price Lists to applicants. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER.

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston), MASS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Brides,
Bridesmaids,
Meteors,
Hostes,
Mermets,

I^"Addres8 for quotations
Villa Lorraine Roseries, .'MAUISON, N. J.

Cusins,
Niphetos,
Perles,
Beauties,
Testouts, La France.

earnestly request intending purchasers to sub-
* a list 01 their wants, and we will be pleased to

CONTRACT NOWfor FORCING ROSES

for your next season's pianttnjj and secure well rooted
stock KrowD specially for your order. Last year. owIdk
to the heavy demands made upon us at planting time,
we were unable to fill many orders, thus dlsappolntr
Inff our customers. We are now contracting to etow.
for delivery when wanted, the leadlnir varieties of
forcing roses— Including the new kinds. I5KI1>KS-
MAIU. the best pink grown; KAISKKIN and
TK^TOUT; also Meteors, Beauties. Woottons,
Brides. La France, etc.. et*.

We earnest I
rait us

quote them special prlcesforstrong. well rooted plants
to be delivered wlien they may designate.

AVe make a specialty of Orowinff Koses for
the trade. Having experienced and competent
growerx. Our stock Is flrst-class In every particular
and we ijuarantee Katisfaction. Of the many
hundred unsolicited testimonials we append the fol-
lowing; "RoseM gdt of yovi last year have been the
best bearers we have in our houses. KiVEitsiUE FLO-
RAL Co.. Marshalltuwn, Iowa."

Order fearly and secure the Best.

Florists and Seedsmen, ST. PAUL. MINN.

Our Wholesateand Retail Catalogue for 18!i4 mailed
free on application.

Mention American Florist

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

Electro of this cut (No 10431) Price «2.

New Catalogue (No. 4) containing over 1,000
Ornamental Cuts for Florist's use, such as en-
velopes, letter heads, bill-heads, cards, advers,
fioraldesigns. etc.at from 30c and upwards. Price
of Catalogue 25c. (deducted from $1 order).

A. BLANC,

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

BULBS

Send List of What You Need.

WE CAN
SAVE YOU

MONEY.
A. BLANC & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.

GOOD PLAJ^TS, and ready to ship NOW.

Per 100
Geraniums, Mme Sallerol, very stocky. 2-lnch.... J 1.50

" Bronze. stroDK. a-lnch 3 OO

" best tedders. 5 to '20 varieties 2.50

Coleus, splendid assortment, 2-Inch 2.00

Golden Redder (alone), strong, 2-lnch 2.00

Heliotropes. 2-lnch ... 2.0O

Fuchsias. Kood assortment. 2-lnch 3.0O

Canna Mme. Crozy, dry bulbs, $l.(JO per dozen.

I have the folIowlnR In ROOTED CUTTINGS,

ready to ship any day.

Geraniums, best bedders. 5 to 20 varieties $ 1.2£»

Ija Favorite, best double white 1.25

Rose Scented 1 .25

Mme. Sallerol 1 .00

Ivy Leaf Geraniums, fine double varieties mixed 2.00

Coleus, about 20 splendid varieties In mixture 50

" Golden Bedder (when ordered alone) 75-

Double Sweet Alyssum 50

Carnation Portia l.OO

Llzzld McGowan l.DO

Puritan 1.25

Nellie T.«wl8 1.50

Fred. Domer . 1.25

Grace Wilder l.UO

Aurora 1.60

Garfield 1.50

100.000 Rooted CuttlHEs Carnations ready.

Alternanthera aurea nana 50

P. major 50

Manettla Vine l.OO

N. S. OBIFFITH, Independence, Mo.

Independence Is well located for shipping, being S
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
al'ways on hand.

M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute. Ind.

EXTRA CHOICE. FLOWE.R SEEDS.

List frrr oit iippllnttion.

FRED. ROEMER. SEED GROWER,

yiTEUI.INULlKG, CKKMXNY.

You CAN never invest $2 to better ad-
vantage than in a copy of our trade
directory and reference book.

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The American Florist.

Feb. 15,

Subscription Sl.OO a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, 10 Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch, $1.40; Column, $14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position GaaraDteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 percent;

36 times, 20 p«r cent; 53 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdvcrtlsInK Department of the American
Ft-OKIST Is for Florists. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Only. Please to

remember it.

Orders for leu than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements mast reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion In the Issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Catalogues Received.

Nathan Smith & Son, Adrian, Mich.,
chrysanthemums and carnations; Stephen
Hoyt's Sons, New Haven, Ct., grapes; J.
Chas. McCuUough, Cincinnati, 0., seeds
and plants; Narz & Neaner, Louis%'ille,
Ky, seeds and plants; Wm. G. McTear.
Princeton, N. J., chrysanthemums; Letel-
licr & fils, Caen, France, nursery stock
and plants; Schlegel & Fottler, Boston,
seeds and plants; Vilmorin-Andrieux &
Co., Paris, France, seeds and bulbs; Oasis
Nursery Co., Westbury Station, N. Y.,
tuberous begonias, hardy perennials,
shrubs, etc.; Northrup, Braslan, Goodwin
Co., Minneapolis, Minn,, seeds; L. Green
& Son, Perry, O,, nursery stock; Henry
\V. Ash. West Union, la., nurser3- stock;
Chas. T. Starr, Avondale, Pa., plants
and bulbs: V. Lemoine & fils, Nancy,
France, plant novelties; L. E. Archias &l
Bro., Fayetteville, Ark., seeds; Henry A.
Dreer, Philadelphia, seeds and plants;
Webster Bros.. Hamilton, Ont., plants
and seeds; Wm. Rennie, Toronto, Ont.,
seeds and plants; W. .\tlee Burpee & Co.,
Philadelphia, Pa., seeds, live stock and
poultry.

Detroit, Mich.— Quite a little ripple
has been caused in the trade here by the
action of a '"leading" florist, who. in his
philanthropic endeavors for the advance-
ment of horticulture, is advertising vari-
ous palms, including cham.-crops, sea-
forthias and kentias, rublK-r plants and
"Australian fir trees" in .'i-inch pots
(araucarias?), all for 25 cents each. It is
hoped, for the benefit of buyers, that he
throws in a pocket microscope with each
pl.'int.

DANT B. LONG,

COMMISSION • FLORIST,

♦95 Wathinglon St., BUFFALO, N. Y.

rolK IN(J llll.HH. KI,OKIMTH-HUrri,IK8.
LO.OK.'H KI.OKI.STN- I'HOTOfiKAi'HH.

Lliu. Tarma. Ac. on appllcatloc.

Orchid Cut Flowers,

CATTLZYA8. 850 p.r hundred.

PITCHER & MANDA,

UWITED BTATE8 ITURSEaiEB.

SHORT HILLS. N. J.

Galax Leaves.

rl:

T'jfil Ir, \x wllhmil thrm if you

■ "n'l l>«^,nilr I'jiiM-cially for

Chi, .^ ,. ,, ,.,, munry in thrm I ...irl .VjO.nOO

ln» m'.niht u»t wintf r |2 00 per 1000 b; «•

»»•••. tampi* 100 K-m br mail on receipt ol BOe.

LINCOLN I. NEFF. FlorUI,

unci ii.iiior SI . riTTsiii n(i, i-a
•J •.!! iiAHi.A^ 1- >,ri."rv

CORBREY & McKELLAR.

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

45 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with. First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KAHUS.

CUT STRINGS S rO ;2 FEET LONG, SO CTS.

Shipped in large or small quantities to auy part of the country. Orders by mail, tele-
erraph or telephone^ _ _ _^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS

8 to 10 feet long, SO cents a string

JOHN BURTON

CHESTNUT HILL P. O..

F.\XCY.

the Wholesale Trade.

D.VOGEH.

4,000,000 EVERGREEN GUT FERNS

ESPECIALLY FOR FLORIST'S USE.

$1.25 PER THOUSAND FERNS.

IN LOTS OF 5000 AND UPWARDS, $1.00 PER 1000. Ferns fnr-
nished the year round. Special attention ^ven to suppljnng

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

PEGK & SUTttERLflND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART,

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

^^WHOLESALE.^^

67 Bromfeld St., BOSTON, MASS.

HARDY CUT

FERNS!

5,000,000 ON HAND.

Wholesale,
Florists

EVEBTTHINO OREEN ALWATS
IN STOCK.

H. E. Hartford,

18 Chapman Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

Wild Smilax,
Pines and
Palmettos

FOR DECORATIONS

AT LOW I ini iti;i.

Low freiifhl rates by sleiincr to New York,
Boston, I'hiladclphia and lialtiinorc.

A. C. OELSCHIG.

SAVANNAH, QA.

N. E. CORNER

13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

Mention American Florist

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,

W. ELLISON,

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists iSupplies

1^02 PINE STREET,

*f5«St. T^ot.al«, Ado.

(SllrrcHHor to KI.LISON A KIIBIIN),

^X^ WHOLESALE »^Hi&

1122 fXT>rs: STE-EBIT,
A complete line of Wire DealiriiB.

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633

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale piiORisT

79 Lake Sfreef, CHICAGO.

Per 100

Perles. Nlphetos. Gontler S 3,00@Si 4.C0

Bride. Mermet. La France 4 0O@ BOO

Meteor Bridesmaid. Testout 5.00® 7.00

Carnations. long, white 1.00® 2.00

■• colored: 1.60® 2.00

" abort 75® 1.00

Smllax 15.00

Callas, Harrlsll 12.60

Romans. Paper White Narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Violets 1.00® 1.60

LllTof the Valley... 4.00® 6.00

Adiantum l.dO

Ferns, common per 1000S2.50. .25

Cycas leaves, frefch. each $1 ; same preserved, each 75c.
Western Acent for the GREAT ANTIFKST.

FLINT KENMCOTT. FRED. W. H. SUNDMACHER,

President. Sec'y and Treaa.

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
OHIC5A.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SXTPFLIXS.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY,

General Agents for Chicago and the Northwest of
Eelsey's Beautiful New Southern Galax Leaves,
12.00 per lOOO; 25 cents per 100.

A. L. RANDALL,

Wlioi6sai6 Florist

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

45 UAKE STREET,

IN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, CHICAGO.

EEINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

57 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4987. C«I<3.A.CiO.

MONg. Oi.sE.v. Horace It. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4THt;. ConsignnientB Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES.

METS, "^^^H-S^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES, ^^ ^C'^^>^ VASES.

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

HORTICULTDRAL ADCTIOSEERS,

©yfiofeAafa MarfteLs.

Cut Flowers.

NEW York. Feb. 12.

Roses, Bon SUene, Gontler. Nlphetos 3.00

Perle 4.00

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 6.00

Cusln, WattevlUe 3.00® 6.00

Hoste 3.00® 6.0O

La France 6.00®12.00

Meteor 4.00®10.00

Bridesmaid 8.00

Beauty 6.00@50.00

Hybrids 16.0OS35.0O

Carnations ;b® 3.U0

MiKDOnette 2.00®10.(JO

Hyacinths. Narcissus 1.00® 3.00

Valley. Tulips 1,00® 3.00

Violets 75® 1.25

Harrlsll 6.00®I2.00

Smllax 10.00®15.00

Adiantum . . . 1.(0® 1.60

Lilacs, per bunch 1.00®$1.60

BOSTON. Feb. 10.

Roses. Nlphetos 3.00

Gontler 4.00

Perle. Sunset 6.00® 6.00

Bride. Mermet e.aiCsUi.OO

American Beauty 8.00®50.00

Carnations 1.00® 2.00

fancy 3. HI® 4.00

Lily of the valley l.OO® 4 00

Roman Hyacinths. Freesla 1.00® 1.80

Trumpet narcissus. Daffodils 2.00® 4.00

Callas, HarrtsU

MItfnonette

violets

Pansles, Myosotls..

Tulips

Adiantum

Smilax

Asparagus

, 6.00@10.00

2.00® 8.00

16® 1.00

1.00

. . 2.00® 4.00

1.00

12.60

50.00

PHILADKLPBIA. Feb. 10.

Roses. Perie, Gontler. Nlphetos 3.U0® 4.00

Cusln, WattevlUe, Hoste 4.00® 5.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 6.00® 8.00

Kalserin, Bridesmaid. Testout 6.00®10.00

Belle. Beauty 25.0O@35.0O

Lalngs 20.0O®25.00

Brunner 40.00@50 00

Carnations. H. Keller 6.00

Ophelia. Sweetbrler, Daybreak 2.00® 3 00

Edna Craig ... 2.0O® 3.00

Valley... 3.10® 4.00

Komans. Paper white .. 2.0U® 4.00

Daffodils 3.00® 5.0(1

Smilax 12. 00® 15.00

Adiantum 1.00® 1.50

Violets 1.00® 1.60

Mignonette 1.50® 2.00

Asparagus 5U.00®75.00

Ilarrifll lilies 10.00®12.(l0

Callas B.OO® S.OO

Freesla 1.00® 1.50

Tulips 4.0C® 5.00

Cattleyaa 40.00

Chicago, Feb. 13.

Roses, Perle. Nlphetos. Gontler 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 3.00® 4.00

Wootton, Meteor, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00

Beauty 10 0O@35.0O

■ Mixed 3.00

Carnations, long !.... 1.00® 1 6(i

fancy 2.00

" short .75

Valley. Romans, narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Tulips, DuITodlls 3.00® 4.110

Tlillps. fancy 6.00

Dutch hyacinths 5.00® 8 OO

Violets I.IIO® 1.60

Callas, Harrisll 4.00® 8.00

Mignonette 1. 50® 2 00

Smilax S.00®15.00

Asparagus . .SO.OU

Orchids 15.0O@5O.00

Cincinnati. Feb. 10.

Roses, Beauty 35 00®75 00

Mermet. Bride 5 00® 6.00

•• Perle 3.00® 4 00

Narcissus Von Slon 4.00

Trumpet Major, Paper white 3.00

Callas. Harrisll „ 8.00

Valley 3.0O@4,OO

Komans 2 00

Violets, pansles 1 00

Asparagus 50.00

Smilax. 10.00®15.00

Adiantum 1-^0

BUFFALO. Feb. 12.

Roses. Beauties 16.00®25.00

Mermet. Bride. fi.OO® 7.00

Bridesmaid. La France. 8.ro®10.00

Gontler, Perle. Nlphetos, Hoste 4.00® 5.00

■• Cusln. WattevlUe 6.00® 6.00

•• Meteor 6.00@10.00

Carnations, long 1.60® 2.00

Davbreak 1.60® 2.(X)

short 7li@ 1.00

Hyacinths. Narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Tulips, daffodils 3.WKS 4.0O

Violets 1.00® 1.25

Valley S.aiia 4 OO

Callas Harrlsll » 'W®"?*;

Smlla.v I2.0U®15.00

Adiantum \--&

Asparagus M.w

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

/VO. 2 BEACON STREET,

Near Tremotit St., BOSTON. MASS.

Mention American Florist

BURNS & RftYNOR,

49 West 28th Street,

NEW YORK,

Wholesale Dealers in
and Shippers of

Choice Flowers

OUR SPECIALTIES:

AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
METEORS.

BRIDESMAIDS.

CUT FLOWERS.

ROSES, standard varieties
and novelties

Carnations, all the new

sorts in finest quality.

VIOLETS, MIGNONETTE AND VALLEY.

FIRST QUALITY STOCK.
WHOLESALE ONLY.

THOS. YOUKG. Jr..

20 WEST 24th St . NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDAN,

• WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street, HEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on applicatioa

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER It/

Cut > Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

117 W. 30th ST.. NEW YORK.

fhe Oldett Established Commission House in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE. CAREFUL PACKINB.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

NEW YORK CITY.

Established 1870

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST 2BTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower txchange, 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

54 W. 29th Street. NEW YORK,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

Careful ^**lpplnf>: to hU parts of the countrr
/'rice lUt on application.

634

The American Florist.

Feb.

'5,

^Re ^eeil ¥ra<^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. Atlee BrKPEE. Philadelphia, president; A. L.
Don. oecreiarr and treasurer. Ill cluimbere street.
New Vork. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane. iwUI protmbty be held In Toronto.)

Mr. Chas. Bates is no longer with the
house of Yilmoiin, Andiieux & Co. of
Paris.

From May 1st until September 30, next
there will be held a horticultural exhibi-
tion in Erfurt in connection with indus-
trial exhibits. Great efforts are being
made to make it a success.

Our trade directory and reference book
for 1894 will be issued next month. Send
your order now for a copy. Price $2.

Baltimore.

Surely, if mi'd weather will do it, we
should have a great crop of flowers Easter;
for, although now and then comes a day
or two of severe frost, the weather gen-
erally is very mild, and a few days this
week would have passed respectably for
part of May.

Tulips are in plentiful supply, roses and
carnations are coming in freely. Philadel-
phia is unloading valley, Romans, etc.,
on us in quantity, and altogether, the
prospects of more or less of a glut before
Easter seem more probable every day.

The Exchange has moved again, to 229
Park street this time, where newcounters,
ice box, and cashiers desk, all finished in
cherry and brass give a tone to the busi-
ness, and provide a suitable setting for a
jewel of a manager and the beautiful pro-
ducts of the Baltimore county green-
houses. It is a great improvement in
every way.

Why do we never see a registering ther-
mometer in a greenhouse? Is it any less
necessary to know the extremes of daily
temperature in them than it is in brew-
eries and other places where they are
nsed?

Mr. R. J. Halliday's many friends will
be pleased to hear that, though still far
from strong, he is sufficiently recovered
to be at his store. Mack.

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ORHHK'S

GftRDE.N SLLDS,

'-.ilbi A Rirqumttt*.
' Dir bffil n( the
'.(•t. Tr>d« Litt I**
irrly tnallrtl fre«

III Ml% A. lUlKKK,

riiiijui«i|ihiA, !*».

NEW CROP ONION SEED

4:1 OO PER POUND-

^D I "^^ ^^ Either RED WETHERSFIELD or
^r ■ = YELLOW DANVERS.

^0.25 PER POUND for

*** ^ American Grown Prizetaker,

In lots of FIVE POUNDS of one kind or assorted

as desired. With every J^.c] order goes Fkeu a

copy of Greiner's Newest end Best Book,

' ONIONS FOR PROFIT," telling all the Se-

rets of Success in Old and New Union Cultukh.

If You Garden for Profit

you can save money and should buy at Wholesale

, Prices, as quoted in BURPEE'S BLUE LIST

for 1894. It is mailed Free to Market Gardeners every-

who, while entitled to the i.^west prices fossibic',

vays be sure to get Only the Best Seeds That

BURPEE'S SEEDS ARE WARRANTED,—

*iofie I't-iter — and are annually sold direct to many moi'e

planters than are the seeds of any other growers.

W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Seed Growers, Philadelphia, Pa.

aS" Kyou have not already seen BURPEE'S FARM ANNUAL for 1894, write for it TO-DAY. A
handsome book of 172 pages, it is pronounced by papers everywhere llie /.r,t,/r>i^ Aii!,-yi\,tn Sft't/ Catahrue,
It tells all about the Choicest Vegetables and Most Deautiful'Flowers for Ihs Home Garden.

Better than
Ever for
1894.

Ktlubliahtd iS5C.

Is Different from Others.

It !s Intended to nid the planter in selecUnf? the Seeds

lu'St adapted for his net'ds and conditioDS and in getting

oFn them the best possible results. It is not, therefore, highly

colored in either sense; and we have taken great care that

nothing worthless be put in. or nothing worthy be left out. Wo

nvitealrial ofourSeeds. We know them because we grow them.

Kvery planter of Vegetables or Flowers ought to know about our

three warrants; our cash discounts; anil our gift of agricultural

papers to purchasers of our Seeds. All of these are explained ia

lie Catalogue, a copy of which can be yours for the asking.

J. J. H. GREGORY & SON, Marblehead, Mass,

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

F. O. B. NEW YORK.

We oflFer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at $9.00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to bein;; unsold.

oWElT P lAo, California grown.

We are headquarters for California
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED & PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)
427-9 Sansome St., SaU FraDClSCO, Cal.

HEAOOUARTERS FOR COLEUS

(ioldcn yiKH^n. (iolrttm MlHldiT. nnd rrlninon Vor-

wliiifTfltll it|M.>ottiltlci«; filnoll IlirKC IintnlHTof other

rr.rlctli'ii. IUhiKhI Ciittlnm «i »> ixT lUUI.

I.ilM'rnl dliM-oiint for liirKt* onfiTH.

(;<>mn:ilinii. 'Jm-ln. jMita. Wl per UKW; fi.'l't per KKl;

from lliilK. Il.'i IHT lUI); »1 7.'i |u'r llll. Aili'mtilniK. bluu

mid whlt4'. rimtt'<l ruttln«n. 7fMf. pr-r lljll. h*iirhHliii».

i'li'lliiir w»rlji. '."^i III. tM'li*. »'/ IMT lUI: riMil<'d nittliiUH,

ll«. f'l'liiiiliui. Iirt'cr'H ittnilii. -•t^Iii. jxitH.

»1 , -

iiilii-l, IB .'ill IMT nil; riMilcil dilllniin II .'0 piT lliU:
l),Mllili> Whltv nliliii' [ilici*. Hi'Miitropi' t viirtrtU'n.
phiKkI i'iitiliiK>. >l r> pitr IIJII. Ntilvlii SpliMKli'iin. II .2I>
(K-r KJII r'Miti-irrnltliiuN. At Ilirw prli-i-K ttir ni'lcrtloii
i,r iM,rtJt IM ri'iiinlii with ni», I'iinIi riiiiKi hIwiivh nei-niii-
pnii} llii.iir^li.r .1. K. I KI.IIIOI SKN,

370 Vtn Vrankcn Avenue. SCHENECTADY. N. Y.

PAEONIES DOUBLE ROSE, i.criitr.1 T '■'i |>" "•»
GLADIOLUS. I'ntk niii li.t Kizr. IK.W; ::<l(lr.i', tll.OO:

:ii<l niir. )l per lUOO.
TUBEROSES. Ul nlzc. )H 00; 2d tlxc It.OO.
SETS Si Ml |»-r IIKIO.

DOUBLE DAHLIAS. <> vnr wholr rooln tH.nOprr Km
CANNAS. 7 var tl '10 prt liai

MRS. N. L. CASTLE,

BURLINGTON. KAN.
IIiIa Mill not ii|i|i«.Hr iiKiiln.

Suiniiier Delivery

(JULY AND AUGUST.)

TAf.M SKKUS U'rom CalU'ornla and
AustrntUi).
TKKi: I i:UN STKMS.
FKKKSIAS. We will hnvi.' a inllllon of FRKESIAS

running from 7-Ui to H of an Inch.
CALL AS. Dry roots In all bIzcs.
LIL. LONCilFLORlIM.
CALIFOKNIA SMALL ItHLBS.
Brodhuas. Calochurtus. FrltUlarlaB.

Advance Trice List ready. Send for It. We want
your orderw now. Address

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Soeciai low oner.

WE BEG TO OFFER :

LILIUM LANCIFOLIUM (SPECIOSUM)RUB-

RUM .It S3(> per I,0(K). Strtini; Bulbs, size

5 in inches circumference.
CLEMATIS assorted. Leading kinds. Strong

plants. 5 to 6 feet high; 3 to 6 shoots at
$200 per 1,000. Ditto. Second size. 4 to

6 feet. 1 to 3 shoots at $t60 per 1,000.

M. KOSTER & SONS, Nurserymen.

BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

Z. De Forest Ely & Co.

WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN,

Growers i^9 Importers Of Bulbs.

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

1024 Market Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

I'rll'O llKt« t'l tU'llllTM 'HI upilllClitllHl.

Ernst Rpimschnpidcr, Altona. Germany,

BERLIN LILY T°H^E VALLEY PIPS

Kxlni i<i'','>'i,.cl ,|iiiilltv. In I'uni'n iif .'niKI pipn.

Now III «<»1,1> STOHACI'". WAIlKMOrsi';.

AIko for liiiiHirUilloii iin iirilurn. SKUKW, DrloU

KliiwiTH. (Jninwit. ftc.ltnil S[>rlliK HlllbH.

Htll.K ,\(JKNTM

C. C. ABEL & CO., P. 0. Box 920. NEW YORK.

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635

Our Great Specialty- The new

LMhdGE fLOWERING CANNA5 ARE THE
BLDUING PLANT6 Of THE TUTURE.We
HAVE ALL TMC BEST 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BEST ThE PICTURE 5H0W5A
l/ERY . 5MALLPAR.T OF OUR GREAT
_ DISPLAYS OE OVER 4.000 PLANT5 AT THE

WORLDS FAIR. SeND FOR --> OUR CATALOGUE GIVING ^fULL ^

LI 5T Of- \7ARILTIE5 fcfllt^WEt- OEEER. •

(ANNA^

HuiseDoscli Brotliers,

OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

Per luo Per 1000

LIU0M SPECIOSUM ALBUM . . $ 6.00
ROSEUM . 5.00
RUBRUM . 5.00

SINGLE BEGONIAS, fioe bulbs,
new crop, finest strain, in 4 sepa-
rate colors ... 4,00 35.00

CONVALARIA MAJALIS, German
pips. 1.00 8.00

TUBEROSES, Pearl and Tall, Al
(big) bulbs. ... . .90 7.50

LOW BUDDED ROSES, in sorts,

Dutch Stock 9.00

English Stock 11.00

All other plants or shrubs can be ordered for

March, '94 delivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

Don't Lose

Heart.

PI.ANT FERRY'S SEEDS

this year, and niakp up for lost tlma J

Fcrry-MSeed Annual torl«!i4 wiliy

give you luaiiy valuuhle hints ,

about what to raise anrl how to V

raise it. Itcontains informa-i

Vtion to he had from no othei^

^source, l-'rep to all.,

^D.M. Ferry &Co.^

Detroit.

Mich.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS,

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CUIvTIVAXJON OF THE ROSE,

And Other Flowering Plants for Cut Flowers, sent to any address

•ipon receipt of $2.00. IVI. a. hunt, Xcrre Haufc. Ind.

100,000 VERBENAS.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.
Fine pot plants. $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings. $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.

Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the largest growers of ^'erbenas in the country. Our sales reaching last year
315,500. Our plants this year fully equal, if not surpass, any we have ever grown.

J. t,. llHI^Il^OPr, :Bloo*aa.<s»»3**rs:» I*a.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

UnBUrpnssed Mammoths. -"4-tnch pots. .. .Si. 00 K.'i.OO

routed cuttings, 1.25 lU.OO

Genera collection, named. " •' l.UO 8.00

•■ L'H-lnchpots... a.SO 20.00

H. P. Roses, dormant, strong t' 00 75. UO

Ten •• ■■ " e.U) 5U.0O

Forcing- 3-lnchpot8, " 0.00 60.00

WOOD BROTHERS.

E.G. HILL & CO..

WHoiesaie Florists

RICHMOND, INDIANA.

Everything apportalnlnj to the Farm
and Garden ()f the best and cliQlcest
quaUty. PRICES RIGHT.

Catalogue on oppllcaMun-

WEEBER & DON.

114- Chambers St.. NeViI York City. I

200,000 Fausies.

The JennlnKB atrnln of larno HowerlnB and fancy
panslca may still be liad hi any quantity wanted.
Plants nre field Kn>wn. and are tine and st^)cky. Finest
mixed, bv Exp^e^s. *.'> (lU per KMl: WXiU 52O.U0: lU.OUO
%^m. Small phtnts bv mail. tWc. per ll^i.

Seed, pure white, vellow or mixed. fl.OO per trade
pkt. of 2.i>00 seeds. The leading strain. The largest
sales. Always satisfactory.

ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

WHOLESALE PANSY GROWER.
I/OCkBox251. SOUTHI'ORT, CONN

63(i

The Am eric ax Florist.

lib.

15,

Ottawa, Canada.

The fifth annual dinner of the Ottawa
Gardeners' and Florists' Club was held
in the Queen's restaurant in the capital
on Mundav night, and proved the most
successful yet enjoyed by the club. Mr.
H. F. Sims, president of the society, occu-
pitd the chair, the croupiers being Mr.
Cbarles Scrim and Mr. James Hickey,
vice-presidents. About 50 members were
present, and after a rich menu card had .
been discussed with self evident apprecia-
tion, a lengthy programme of toasts and
music was entered upon, \fter the usual
preliminary toasts had been disposed of
matters of vital importance and great
interest to the club and the profession
generally were talked over. Among the
subjects before thecompany were "Horti-
cultural interests," "Central Canada Fair
.\ssnciation," "Gardeners' and Florists'
Club," "The press" and other subjects.
Each of these received careiul handlingby
the d ffcrent speakers. These remarks
were interspersed with songs and recita-
tions, while at intervals a full orchestra
rendered a number of pieces during the
evening. The affair was pronounced by
all to be an unqualified success. M.

Botanic Gardens.

New York is waiting for that $1,125,-
000!! Now do you know that every
hardy plant in commerce may be bought
for $1,500, and that (for all reasonable
duplication) $12,000 would suffice to
plant a garden? Cost of ground would
depend upon location. Often it is cheap
as well as convenient and good.

Architecture and road making!! That's
where the money goes. Bah! Neither
make gardens. They often render them
impracticable. James MacPherson.

Trenton, .N.J.

Do YOD WAMT an alpliatx:tical listof the
chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
withclass and a brief accurate description
of each one, and synonyms noted? You
will find such a list in our trade direct-
ory and reference book.

HEADQUARTERS for ROOTED CUTTINGS

CARNATIONS

BlTTKIl' II-. Tln' Slnri.li.nl. )
Uil.H I II A K'n Kl.. .Ni.-w While ; WrlU' for priccii.
HAWAII. .Niw Viirli-Knu-<I )

C'amittlr>n llr>rftH ultrHyii In iK'iiMnn.

CHAS T STARR. A>ondali-. I h(:jl.T Co . Pa.

DflYBREflK. NflNGY HANKS
fliid GflRTUEDGE.

/vow RBADY.

FINE. CLEAN. HEALTHY S'OCK. SPECIAL PRICES
to I»rKC lmycr« of Ihrnf »(>lcn<li<l Carnalloni.

A.l.ltr~. H E. CHITTY, PalPrson, N. J.

50,000 Garnaiioiis.

ROOTED CUTTINGS READY.
NO •aUST."
SEMO won. X-IST. . .

V. O. Iloi a-^B. KKNNKTT h(j|'AI(K, I'A.

CARNATIONS.^*

r (■« 1 1 I II (I MINI..
OATB<ItA> '/(Kr 1.0(10

SILVER %\-

CARFIELO ' 'I per I noo

TIOAL WAVt. !. . . \.- : ICU, lUOOprr I 000
PORTIA. ME TOR.

LAOr EMMA. II r, prr 100. iNaoiH-r i.noo

LAKE GENEVA FLORAL CO.. Uk« 0«n«n, Wli.

Varieties good. Cuttings good. Lizzie McGowan. Silver Sprav, Aurora. Grace Darling, Portia
and I. R. Freeman, at «1 K per 100; $10 per 1000. Fred Domer. '$2.00 per 100 ; $12.50 per 1000. Day-
break, at $2 50 per 100; SL'O O.) per 1000. Edna Craig, $3.00 per 100 ; $35.00 per lOOO.

Annie Pixley and Helen Keller.

PrxLEY is one of those beautiful light pinks, with
a fair sized flower and good, strong calyx. With
ordinaiy culture steins can be cut twenty inches
long. The flower is a model in form, and the
growth is strong and healthy.

Keller you know all about, they are both sure
to make good paying varieties for cut flowers.

Pixley per 100. $12 00: per 1000. $10000.
Keller per 100. $12.00: per 1000. $90.00.

Verbena Lancaster Beauty.

Decidedly the prettiest Verbena that grows,
novel as well as beautiful and sells at sight.
Price, per 100, $2.00.

PANSIES.— I can still supply a few of those
seedling plants at 85.00 per 1000, or 75 cts. per 100.
The same good strain I always have.

No list published and terius are cash
before Hhtppiug; or C <>. D.

Coleus at S7 per 1000. Alteruauthera, transplanted, Red, Yellow, Pink, 81-2.5 per 100; rooted cut-
ting. St) OO per 1000.

L. B. 496. ALBERT M. HERR. LANCASTER, PA.

EVERYBODY

who sees the new 1 1

and beautiful
Fancy Carnation

HELEN KELLER"

are favorably impressed with it, and generally leave an order.

I^E^:RE^ is a. S^^:I%J:F>1^£^ r^BXTE^I* from a Carna-
tion expert — C. H. Allen, Treas. Am. Carnation Society:

"After seeing the Carnation 'Helen Keller' growing at your place. I have concluded to order
five hundred (600) plants. My only regret is. that I have not house room enough to warrant me
in ordering three thousand (3,000), as the general habit of the plant, the size, coloring, and sub-
stance of the flower is in my opinion bound to make it a money maker."

Orders booked now and filled in rotation, commencing March 15, '94. Strong Rooted Cuttings,
$3.00 per Dozen; $12.00 per Hundred: $90.00 per Thousand. 82.C0 per hundred additional for

plants from thumb pots. Orders may be sent either to

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

or JOHN N. MAY.

SUMMIT. N.

The Jacqueminot Carnation . .

IS A PERFECT SUBSTITUTE FOR THE JACQUEMINOT ROSE.

Many buy it in preference because of its lasting qualities, and you can have it in bloom when the
rose is out of'^season. Send for descriptive circular, enclose 10c, and we will mail you long stem sample
bloom. The color is a bright crimson (no black in it). If the blooms look dull on arrival, they have
been chilled or frozen. Notify us, we will ship again.

PETER FISHER &, CO., ellis, Norfolk co., mass.

4 NEW GflRNflTIONS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink varieRated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

Sr.OO per 100: $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

(it't our lH".i:i varletleB froni H(-Rcl(|u»rterH. We
havo uxtru tlnealock of VVni. Sc<itt. (tlio nioHi protlt-
abio pliik ciinmtlon grown); Mme. Dliiz Albertlnl,
KHz. UuynuldH. Klchmunrt. and nil theutherBuf ourHut.

l>o not fortrct to order some Major BonnnfTon. the
mxBt perfect Yellow Chryoanthenium over Introduced
for show RB well hr market purpnni'H.

Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.

CARNATIONS . . .

Rooted Cuttings Now Ready.

Imvliri'fik ('.'(Ml |HT liMJ: 'I'l'lfil Wiiviv .1. .1. Hiirrlnon.
Kri'il ' ri'lKlit'Mi uri<l .Mm Ki'niliiiiiirl Mnriii<Mil. t\.M
I'lT IIU: l.l«i!lu Mrllownii. KunllnntKl Miiniinlil,
Ni'lJIi' Ia'wI.. Ilarlli'lil iiikI llliui'n Wlilti' (Imi |it'r
Idl; f.Mllf |MT 1(4111 ( iihIi .^IiihI <'oiih* »IIIi (>ril«<r.

E. B. LEWIS, l."ckp.,rt. N. Y.

Till' foriiiur In tin-
iiiont prolific iTuniii-
tli)ri w»' L'vtT uri'w.
It prod u <-uft fully
• lunhlc iiMiiiaiiy p(.T-
ti-f.'l lilfKiriiN an any
'ithiT c-urniilloii wu
linvi< fv«T M-fii (If fi miohI iH'iiultriil di-l|rnt4<ptrik.i-iiHy
t-.k'r..w itri<1<iiitrk lo «cU (;o|(HliH-li In a boon tn il.,r-
Ut- for w ho doi-N (ixt n«c<i n ifood >('lliiw : tiiM- llini In
■ unto iirtxlucvnimtirtntiUy. lurni- iM-rfi-^u lloweni. Hindi
nm ..uf Mr4< lNdli'V«<;i>idnmli to \n' Send for prlci-n on
|Ih-m> and all <illi«r loading niniiitloiin In llin inurkia.
(•Kl» IIA.NiUCK & HON, (;nirid Mavcn. Mb-h.

Lkt ih book yotir order now for i\ copy
of our new trade directory nnd reference
book »o be issued next month. Price $2.

Mention the American Rorist when
writins^ to adverti^rs on lh:s page.

WM. SCOTT

AND

GOLDFINCH.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings, Now Ready.

Per 100 Per 1000
DAYBREAK J3 00 J25 00

BUTTERCUP 400 350O

PURITAN 2 00 15 00

SILVER SPRAY .... 1 50 10 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 60 10 00

GRACE WILDER 1 50 10 00

PORTIA 1 SO 12 00

ChhIi with order. 10c. per 100 extra
wlii'ti itrclereil Hhlppecl l>y iiiHll.

Send for wliolcsale price list of Rooted Cuttings
and Plants.

JAMES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

It's a Gem! What?
Ada Byron Carnation.

CARNATION

. . cuT'riJvosi

Of the New and Standard varieties.

C. J. PEWKOCK,

The PInei. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co., PA.

I'l.KASi'. tiicntion the AmivKICAN I'i.o-
KIST every time you write to an advcr-
tiiHT in thcfic coliimna.

Do voir WANT a list of the leading park
SuiK-rintendents of America? You will
find Huch a list in our trade directory
and reference buok.

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637

The yellow Garnailon Bouion d'Or

WF^J^^TT w^;

cz:]_/\irvi

That it is decidedly a good, strong grower and free bloomer ; color a beautiful yellow
penciled with dark carmine. That it is of the best form and fully as large as Butter-
cup. That the calyx is perfect, the stem long and stiff, and the foliage possibly better

than that of any other carnation. Testimonials ffom the Largest Retailers in New York Cily.

New York. Feb. 1, 1891.
Messrs. Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, L. I.

Gentlemeu— Your new Carnation •'Bouton d'Or" is certainly the best of
its color as yet in market, it possesses all the good qualities to make it
desirable, viz large flower, stiff stem and splendid keeper. It will always
be in demand in the retail trade. Signed Yours truly,

CHAS. THORLEV.
New York, Jan. 26, 189i.
Messrs. Dailledouze Bros.

Gentlemen— I have been handling your Yellow Carnation Bouton d'Or
over a year, and consider it the best yellow carnatiou in cultivation. That
it is a favorite with the public goes without saying, as I have never beeu
able to keep it in my store long enough to tell it keeping qualities.

Signed Yours truly, CHAS. A. DARDS.

New York, Jan. 20, 1894.
Messrs. Dailledouze Bros.

Dear Sirs— I wish to testify to the good qualities of Bouton d'Or Carna-
tion. Its the best yellow I have yet seen. It has proved to be a good seller,
a fine keeper. We want more of it. Signed Respectfully yours.

P. 1^. BOGART, 907 6th Avenue.

New York, Feb. 5, 1894.
Messrs. Dailledouze Bros.

Gentlemen— We find your Bouton d'Or a first-class yellow carnation more
solid than the Buttercup and better than any yellow we have handled.

Sigued Cordially, WM. A. BROWER & SONS.
Messrs. Dailledouze Bros. January 2-i, 1894.

Gentlemen— We wish to compliment you on the qualities ol your new
yellow carnation Bouton d'Or. It is the best yellow carnation we have eve
handled ; being a splendid keeper, sells on sight, and will alwavs be in de-
mand. [Signed] Yours truly. J. H. SMALL & SONS.

"Bouton d"Or is certainly a good grower and free bloomer; a variety one
can recommend with pleasure. I like it better than Buttercup."

W. ALBERT MANDA.

"Bouton d'Or is just the one we have been looking for, and is the nearest
approach to the ideal carnation in its color yet introduced. The color is a
clear canary penciled with carmine, firm texture, a full large flower — one
just mea-uiecl is three inches in diameter— exceedingly prolific as a bud
maker; stems stout with clean, healthy foliage. I congratulate you in dis-
seminating so grand a flower." SAMUEL HENSHAW.

All the best growers in the vicinity of New York City can be found on our books with orders from 500 to 1000 and upward. All the
Carnation growers who see it grow order freely. Orders filled in strict rotation from March 1.

ROOTED CUTTINaS— Price $200 per doz.; $10.00 1
per 100; $75 per 1000; 250 at thousand rates. /

DAILLEDOUZE BROS.,

i«e;vv 'voieic.

GRAND GflRNftTIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Per 100 Per 1000
$5.00 $40.00

WM. SCOTT, fine clear pink

GOLDFINCH, yellow, edged pink,

strong, healthy, very free. . . 10.00 75.00

HELEN KELLER, white marked pink 12,00 90 00
ANNIE PIXLEY. light pink, fine 12.00 90.00

UNCLE JOHN, large, ^ne white . . 10.00 75.00
THE STUART, brilliant scariet, gpod. 10.00 75.00
E. A. WOOD, pink variegated, fine. . 10 00 75.00

DORNER'S SET OF 1893 5.00 40.00

Daybreak, Edna Craig, Tidal Wave, Thos. Cartledge,

Silver Spray Emily Pierson, Puritan. Nancy Hanks.

McGowan, and all the other leading varieties.

LARGE STOCK READY NOW.

Send for prices.

GEO. HANCOCK <&, SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

SWEETBRIER

Received Ist Premium for "beat seedllnROf any color"

at Phlla.. Nov. T, '9y. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought $5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. K.

I<Yeeman"8, WaHnlugton, last winter.

"I like Its color better than Davbreak."

Edwin Lonsdale.
"Sweetbrler Is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttluKs. 110.00 per 100; $80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1, 'SM.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS, J3.00 per 100: $25.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KENNETT SgUABE. PA.

ROOTED CUTTINBS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
lor price list.
JOS. RENARD, UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

ttXXXf,

Carnations==Panic Bargains

Perluoo

Lady Emma or Portia $10.00

Wiilte Dove .. 10 00

Lizzie McGowan 10 00

Sclmffer 10 00

Grace Wilder 10.00

Mrs. Rot)t. HItt 10.00

Grace Darling

White Wings

10.00

10 00

10.00

10 00

American Flag

Attraction

J. J. Harrison

Aurora

lo.ai

1.5.00

I.'i.i'O

15 00

15 OU

15.00

1..0U

Tidal Wave

15.00

PerlCOO

Puritan J 16.00

Pear] 20.00

Edna Craig 20.00

Daybreak 20 00

Thos. Cartledge 20.00

Mayflower 20 00

Hector 20.00

Amy Phlpps 25.00

Blanche 2.S.0O

Mrs. E. Keynolds 25.00

KIchmODd. 25.00

Wabash 26.00

Westem Pride 25.00

Dr Smart 25 00

Purdue 25 00

Florence Van Reyper 25.00

Buttercup 35.00

New Jersey 25.00

ROOTED CUTTINCS OF VERBENAS, $7.00 per 1000.

Strictly Cash with order. Orders filled in rotation.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO., BELLEVILLE, N. J.

tZZSXi

^^^^^yy^y

Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings.

ALL THE BEST VARIETIES IN CULTIVATION.

FINE STOCKS OF DAYBREAK, EDNA CRAIG AND CARTLEDGE.

pro 3i>ise:.a.sx: I pro f«.x7Si< t

Catalogues ready January Ist, '94. Correspondence solicited.

Address H. EJ. CHXXT'V, I»at;e>i-«orx, JV. J.

Gfll^NflTIONS.

Strong, healthy, well rooted

cuttings now ready.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood Ave. and 58th St.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

CARNATIONS ANO VERBENAS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

We Imve n lar^re stuck of Daybreak. Puritan. Kdna
CralK, Aurora. McGowan. Nellie I^wls. and other
leadlnK varieties. Also Immense stock of Mammoth
Verbenas.

Send for prices on what you want. CataloKue readv
about January 15th. Send for It.

VICE ft HII.Z.. Rochester. N. T.

638

The American Florist.

Feb.

^5y

Toronto.

Lent is upon us and this pious city bas
put on sack cloth and ashes for a period
of 40 days. Such frivolities as are dis-
pensed at florists' stores will receive scant
attention except from the few who de-
light in decorating their friends and rela-
tions who have departed this life with
crosses, anchors, pillows, broken columns,
etc. Of course there is always something
doing, especially with the old established
florists who have regular customers. AUof
us manage to get three meals a day with
now and then a few extras thrown in.

Your correspondent has lately been in
receipt of a good deal of abuse for not
givingy«// particulars of the state of the
trade here in his weekly notes. Well! he
is quite willing to confess to the truth of
the allegation, but he wants to know
what good it would have done to the
allegators or any one else supposing he
had done as they desired beyond the
pleasure of seeing other men abused in
print and making bitter feelings more
bitter still (which would not be good for
them after all). He thinks that he may
possibly be making a mistake in going
even this far, but in order to make things
clear would say that if a wholesaler
chooses to start a retail store it is no-
body's business but his own (the whole-
saler's!; if another man chooses to retal-
iate that is his (the retaliator's) business
and nobody else's. He questions the
good policy of both, but is confident that
the more these matters are lelt alone (at
least in public print) the sooner they will
find their proper level and the better it
will be for all concerned. After all, flo-
rists are only human, like other men, and
want to make as much money in as short
a time as possible, but the question comes
in whether they could not make more
money if in harmony with each other
than by all being at cross purposes.

The idea of having a florists' section of
the Gardeners' and Florists' Association,
which has been, mooted, seems to be a
good one.and if the floristsmeet together
firmly resolved to bury their private feel-
ings and petty jealousies they can im-
prove the present state of things, but if
they meet with no ideas outside of self
and each one's own narrow little world
why it would be better not to meet at
all. Sacrifice of bitter personal feelings
ia absolutely necessary in order to do any
real permanent good to the trade at
large. Let us all get out on to the broad
expanse where we can do some good to
our neighbor as well as to ourselves, it
won't cost us anything (in money ), there
is much to be gained and we shall feclever
so much better for it. \',.

Rooted Cuttings.

100 CoIeUS, lo kinds by mail 60c

Shellji's Yellow and Yersctiaffeltii,

By Express J 5 Of) per ififjo.

With 12 other Kood kinds 4.00 per lOOO.

ALTERNANTHERA V. Major and Aurea
Nana, by mall, 50c. per 100.
Sample dozen by mall, lOc.

S. O. STREBY,

I ',> k iioi ';7,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

When writing to any of the adver- I
dscrs (^n this page please mention the I
American Rorist. i

WHY do so many
Ganna Growers
sau tney Have a
YELLOW Ganna
"fls Qood as
Florence VauQUan ?'

Our Spring' Book for Florists, com-
plete in all lines, is now being'
mailed. Write for it if you are not
on our lists. It is worth asking' for.

Vaughan's Seed Store,

I New York.

CHICAGO.

Olea Fragrans.

MAGNOLIA FUSCATA. CAPE JASMINE,
CASUARINA. RED CATTLEY GUAVA,
PITTOSPORUM, CAMPHOR TREES, OR-
ANGES and LEMONS, ^ratted on dwarf
stuck.

2,000 BIOTA Aurea Nana, our new dwarf
Golden Arbor-vitK, a pertect gem.

«3"Send for trade list, giving prices for other
desirable florist's stock.

ADDRESS p, J. BERCKMANS,
Frultland Nurseries, Augusta, Ga.

Palm Seeds

LATANIA BORBONICA.

We have just received a consignment,
the quality of which we can guarantee, it
being the pick of the new crop.

PRICE: 65 els. PER LB. BY MAIL: S40 PER 100
LBS. Br EXPRESS OR FREIGHT.

Order at once and insure your supply of
plants for next season.

The American Exotic Nurseries,

R. D. HOYT, Mgr. ScVCD OaUs, Flu.

SMI LAX.

CUT SMILAX Half an acre ready to cut
now. (,)ualily A t.

EASTER ORDERS BOOKED NOW.
SMILAX PLANTS-h.'ctra slrcmg 1 yr. old,
.^2 50 per loii; J20 00 per 10.jO.

TRANSPLANTED SEEDLINGS-»t.CO per

100; tH rio per lOOo.

SMILAX SEED -A lew ounces left; crop
1)1 I.S9J, at 50c. per ounce.

JOS. E. BONSALL.

WHOLESALE FLOHISI.
308 Oarflald Av«nn«, BAI,EM. OHIO.

Mention ,\ MiiTlnnn I- litrlm

Rooted Cuttings.

Carnations, Chrysanthemums. Colcus, Etc,

SI;iii<liiTr| vfirirtt'M (mhI ri'.vt Hifs. At iniicM to
null thf liiitrn. S'-ikI f<(t liht

JOHN J. CONNELLY, Bryn Mawr, Pa.

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Perioo

Altenmntlieras, Versicolor. Rosea nana, Aurea

nnnii. Tricolor and P. Major % .50

Coleus of aorta, mixed 50

" best new and old. named 1.00

Fucbslas 1.00

Mexican Primroses. ;t kinds 1,00

Kltlonia. red veined, j--* UU; sliver veined 1.50

A Itomantherns. full of cuttings 3.00

I5e(jt)iilaa. assorted . Lantanas. assorted 4.00

bMcli.siiis. asa't; Heliotrope, ass't $:i.O0and 4 00

Abiitllinis, assorted .... 4.00

tch-verla ulauca K.OOand 3.00

Extensa Rlobosa. 6 to 12 in, across 25 & 5Uc. ea.

AchiTantbus. assorted 3.0U

Coieus, assorted $2.00 and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

ScblzopetaluB (i.OO

Antherlcum picturatum per dozen. 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted. 2^-ln, pots 4.00
Stiver-Leaf Geraniums, 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxa lis, OrtKlesl and Bowli 4.00

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS.
Uux ;<'.' KANSAS CITY, MO.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

MZl BILL NURSERIES,

New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,
ORCHIDS,

Roses,

and ^G^w F»laxxtsi,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &. Rare Foliage &, Flowering Plants.

A t'niii'l McltTlh.n lor Muvc. (Jroi'iilimmc anil ('(tn-
Mervatnr\

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr A. Illnii U will lif pli'iihcil l.i InliTvll'W

hiiyiTH (»r rrpiv to iiiiy i-dniiniiiilciitlDn inlilreHHUd to
hliii lit air. (;r<HMi«lrli St., .Nrw Viirk City.

ORCHIDS SUITABLE^'h^TRADE

l^he Leadiii^i Iclnds for
CM It flower i)urposes.

I. FORSTERMAN.

NEWTOWN, J.. I., N. Y.

When yuii write to any of (he ad-
verliseis in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

T8g4.

The American Florist.

639

GALLED

fl New Plant

Lychnis floscuculi pfenissima Semper fJorens.

"We are the first to oflfer this novelty in the
United States. It is a variety which defies all de-
scription as regards rich bloom and the beauty of
its delicate rose colored flowers. Valuable for a
winter bloouier, the originator had flowers from
it in profusion during the whole winter without
any special care, it is i>erfectly hardy and will
bloom from spring until frost and grows only 12
to 18 inches high. An impoitaut testimony to the
value of the plant is the fact that wherever it has
been exhibited it has been awarded a prize, and
at Eberswalde. Euten. Berlin and Hamburg was
awarded a silver medal. A cut and full descrip-
tion of plant will be sent on application. Price
$3.00 per dozen.

California Privet, 3 to 4 ft. S6t per 1000.

California Privet. 2 to 3 ft. S50 per 1000.

California Privet, 2 to 2J^ ft. S40 per 1000.

California Privet, nicely branched 18 to 24 inches
S:iO per 1000

California Privet, lighter, S2) per 1000-

California Privet, 12 to 18 in. 518 per 1000.

Large Shrubs, several varieties. SO per 100.

Climbing Honeysuckles, firstclass. S'i per 100.

Climbing Honeysuckles small, for planting in
nursery, SI 50 per 100.

Clematis 2 and 3 vrs. old S20 and 82.5 per 100.

H. P. Moss and Persian Yellow Roses, S8 per 100.

Climbing Roses, strong, S7 per 100.

Industry Gooseberry 3 yrs $10 per 100

Currants, blk. Naples & Lees Prolific $2 per 100.
Plums or Peach, firstclass, 810 per 100.
Plums or Peach, light. So per 100.
Apricots on Peach. S-i and S7 per 100.
Quinces, Orange 18 to 24 in. S3 per 100.
Quinces, Orange, 2 to 2],i ft. own roots Si per 100
Wanted Sugar, Norway and Silver Maples all sizes.

The Elizabeth Nursery Co.,

ELIZABETH, N. d.

VICK'S NEW DOUBLE WHITE ANEMONE "WHIRLWIND."

CYCAS REVOLUTA STEMS,

Just arrived in splendid condition.
Fine, straight, dormant Stems of
about 10 incli diam., will make

PRIZE TAKERS AS . . .

. . . EXHIBITION PLANTS.

1,38-ln, longabt.86 ft S13.50

1.6U-ln.

long abt. 125 ft $20.00

1,.38-

1.51 •■

■■ ■■ 121 •■ 20.00

1,42

1.42 •'

•' " 104 •■ ir.60

1 . XI

1,44 ••

•• " 93" 16.00

1.37

1. 43 "

•• " 93" 15.00

1,42

1,38 "

" " 93" W.OO

1,44

1.38 •■

" " 88" 13.50

1.40

1,50 '•

" " 8(i" 13.50

1,43

1,43 •'

" " 86" 13.50

1,30
1.42

85-
85'
82'
81'
77'
7ti'
74'
70'

13.50
13,00
13.00
12.50
1250
r2 0O
12.00
11.50
10.50

Have your pick as long as stocks hold out.

TEKMS CASH . . .

August Rolker&Sons,

i:5« & i:i« \v. a4th st., Upvj YnrU

p. O. station B. ""'''" '""*•

^^M^'^^ Send for Special Trade.

' .^C^=^^^^^^S^^»\ ^^^^ of Palms. Tropical
j^^ ^°T"2^^W\ P'ants, Economic aud De-
lo/l ^u\ i^^ ^\ corative Plants, etc. gath-
hi\\ '^^U^^^ lO ered from the four corners
I'll "jS^^**^ jr ofthe earth. Large illus-
l^Vv ^mlS^^ 11 I Crated catalogue free.

\^\-- If /y^ relianeiius .^orts of Buses.

W^SitZ^iif^'^y SmalNiri.'.^ SiTirt list of what

^*?====^55^ yu" '""'<■ t" •ilTiT with price.

^CfeSg=^^ REASONERBROS.On.co, Fla

To Make Room, per loo

Geraniums, full cuttings, In var., 4- inch $5 00

" many new sorts, In var2)^-lnch 3 00

Cineraria hyb. grand., mxd. 2>^-lDch 4 OO

(Above just ready to shift for spring sales.)
Lettuce Plants frold frame) :i(KI for Jl U). 40

R. A. McPHERON, Litchfield, III.

N. B —Will exchange stuck, for NEW vars. Carnation.

WI A \TTl?ri 2000 GEK.VNUT>1S, Rooted
TV j\lS ± VjU <'uttms:'*. all named vars.. true.
Send list of varieties and sample of stuck with prices.

DRUMM SEED AND FLORAL CO.,
800 ."Main St., Fort Worth, Texas.

ALTERNANTHERA.

strong, rooted cuttings, propagated last fall.

P. MAJOR, best red ^i.OUperlOOO

A. NANA, best yellow 5.00 per lOtIO

HEITE FLORAL CO.. Kansas Citv. Mo.

A Double White Anemone is something entirely new.
Proven by live rears' trial to be permanent and per-
fectly hardy: habit like the well known White Japan
Anemone— same strong growth and healthv foliage,
and more abundant bloomer. Flowers lwoan<l a half to
three Inches acruss, have several rows of white sepals,
and flowers last much longer than those of the single
variety. Plants from two and a half to three feet high.

HARDY, STRONG AND FREE BLOOMER,

decided advantages, and must make a demand for It
on all ornamental urounds. Especially recommended
for exposed situations and cemetary planting, where
It Is inconvenient to give winter jirotectlon. Strong
plants ready for blooming.

NOVELTIES.
Krancliing Aster,

(Often sold for Chrysanthemum.)

Hibiscus, Sunset.

Dahlia, Ethel Viek.

Large Morning Glories.

Double Anemon.". Charmer Pea.

Maggie 3Iurphy and other

Potatoes.

Fit Special Prices write to

JAMES VICK'S SONS,

725 East Ave.. Rochester. N. Y.

J Hydrangea PaniculataGrandiflora }

THE MOST VALUABLE
OF ALL HARDY
FLOWERING SHRUBS.

Get the Best Plants
At the Lowest Prices.
Get them at headquarters.

Choose from the Largest Stock in America.

One Tear, 12x15 inches, fine !S3.r.O per 100 : S.^O.OO per 1000

Two Years, 3 X 3}.< feet, fine 4.00 " 35.00

Two Years, extra'-selected, 3 X 3Vj feet, strone, . . 5.00 " 45.00
Three Years, 3 leet, strong:, nicely branched, twice

transplanted 6.00 •• 50.00

Packed in best manner and delivered to Express or Railroad free of charge on receipt of proper remittance,

i^for?=;;The Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa.

p s —We have all (he leading and popular shtiil's in quantity and assorted sizes ; field grow.i. Prices

willsuicyuu. Aak for list.

SPECIAL OFFER FOR 30 DAYS

To Introduce Our Superb Frogressive XX
and XXX Mammoth Verbena Seed.

There'll be some that will span the silver halt and
make progressive Florists laugh. Once plant, and
you'll a customer be. That's what we are alter, don I
you see. Large trade packet XX 20 ren s: XXX
30 rents for 30 days only. (To secure these rates,
mention special ofTer; use both {grades). In Gibson's
sweet scented Hybrids you will Und all th.it can be
dfslred in the I'ausy H oz., $1; U '« . fi''*>- trans-
planted seedlings 75 per hundred. Our band
hybridized Douiile I'etunia seed will produce the
kind you ^n\ want to sell. Fine doubles and frilled
singles. 500 seeds 75c. l.UOJ seeds *l.26. The double
white scablosa snowball Is the best thing out for sum-
mer and fall cutting % oz. 2oo.. H oz. 40c.. H oz. HOC.
Seeds all by mall postpaid. Descriptive wholesale
price-list of Novelties and Specialties free to all.

Address, cash with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, H. J.

HEADQUARTERS for WATER LILIES

SEED of Red. White and Blue varieties.
50 cts. per trade pkt.

Nelutnblum speclosum (Egyptian Lotu8>. N. s. roseum,

N. luteum. Prices on application.
My Columbian Novelties will be ready for distrtbutlon
this eprlDg. These Include such vars. that received
special award at the World's Fair, and other rare vars.

Wm. TRIGKER, °%^,-^^vo»ri^'-

SC5,000

Lady Hme GaileU f iolets,

JS3.00 per 100; or J25.00 per lOOO.
WM. MATHEWS,

West \'iew Oreenhonseg, ITTICA. X. \".

PrrnO Uarest newest, cheapest Carnations. l*IC4V
ottUo tecs .from 100 best named kinds 60c; 100
SMrti ,«l • 111(10 sorts SI. all pot grown. Createst variety
in Kurope. Be astonished; get list, will pay you. >0
such value. ^ BROUNT. Rotherfield. England.

CHOICE VINES,

For Immediate Shipment.

5.000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. 1 year, pot grown,
fine S7.00perlOO

1,000 AKEBIA QUINATA, (a fine climber, bears a
rich maroon flower) . . . S6 00 per 100

3,0D0 CLEMATIS PANICULATA. (creamy white
fl iwers in clusters, very fragrant profuse
bloomer), 1 year pot grown, fine, 810 per 100

5,000 HONEYSUCKLES, Golden. Hall's Japan axd

Fragrans, strong plants S6. 00 per 100

2,000 ENGLISH IVY, 1 year, very fine, $8.00 per 100

THE WM. H. MOON CO.,

raOBBISVTI.I.E, FA.

A fine lot of 2year old plants: Jackmanni.
Duchess of Edinburg, Henryii, C. Lovelace. Fair>*
Queen. Ladv Neville, Gem, P. Alexandra and
others, JS.lO'per dozen; $2-2.00 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS,

from fall, 7.5 cents per 100; $6.00 per 1000.

F. A. H.VI.r.KH, Hlooniineton, 111.

WE PAY THE EXPRESS.

100,000 Pansies,

grown from seed that has no superior, strong,
stocky plants, in the sixth leaf once transplanted,
60 cts. per 100; SI .50 per 1000. Mammoth Verbenas,
rooted cuttings. 70 cts. per 100; S.5..T0 per 1000.
All the above to color: delivered free at your door.

S. WHITTON & SONS,
9 <£ rl ROBBRTS ST., UTICA, N. Y.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

640

The American Florist.

Feb.

'5,

Two Proposed New Associations.

We have received a communication
from Mr. R C. Poppev, Foster Brook,
Pa., suggesting the organization otthe
employes of florists into an association,
which shall supply to membtrs informa-
tion regarding the desirability of employ-
ment with those seeking employes. His
idea is fjr the employe who becomes a
member to communicate to the desig-
nated officer of the association what
information he possesses regarding the
habits of the various employers he has
worked for as regards payment of wages,
general treatment, etc.— this information
to be available to all other members of
the association.

He holds that at present men frequently
make journeys of considerable distance
to obtain enfplovmtnt in response to
advertisements and hnd when they arrive
that the advertiser has a reputation for
being very slow in paying his men or get-
ling rid of them when their demands for
pavment become too importunate by
being so rude and disagreeable that no
self-respecting man can remain in their
employ.

We are heartily in favor of any organ-
ization looking to the righting of wrongs
of any kind, and it certainly is a fact that
there are employers whom any man will
do well to avoid. We trust that the
organization will be formed and that it
will meet the needs of the case. While it
may be accepted as a fact that certain
disgruntled employes will make unfavor-
able reports regarding some good men,
the average will undoubtedly be all right
and give the desired correct information
in the case. But let no incompetent em-
ploye imagine that such an association
would do him a particle of good.

As a logical consequence there would be
at once formed an association of employ-
ers, who shall report to the headquarters
of that organization thtir experience
with employes. This organization would
also be an extremely desirable one. It
would be a grand thing to have on record
the host of incomfjetcnt and dissolute
men who now disgrace the ranks of the
journeymen florists.

Let both of these organizations be
formed at once that the white and the
black sheep may be separated where we
may see them and know them for what
they arc. Thus the white sheep will have
an opportunity that they do not now
pOMCM, and which is frequently taken
advantage of by the black ones on ac-
count of lack of information regarding
them.

1 T . ^e:/\\/e:i=?,

THE PANSY KING OF AMERICA

treacntii t" iK" piit>n<- a ri-vlTiT*] iioTnltjr. whirti flower
\ ft (ie*-i " " ' ''rwl tml) of ifrvnt <1liii*^-iiiil<in. a
•rs^ari' -'■ t1<'Wi*r, und n hanly [MT<;iiiiltil

Moooitn
fUMrl

f'ki.

If rill liflck or piirt4fl In Jun«

, r.-m i-uHiirL'. II (m*-
,■ 111- 'l'.\ t•*•\\^J^ \'\KvM
II iiiuinifiu-turtfr of
' . ril'vlll UU lM;r lUUU.

L. T. SEAVER. . .

NORTH 80MERVILLE. MA88.

M<MrU.>n AiiM-rt'iii. n..rt.t

FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE.

Fine Flowering Cacti :.!,;;.';,'.;:,' ,1:;;;.,;-

MRS. MAUD M. BRIGG8.
f.l ■■■>••■ <.rt-<'iili»ii.<->. Kl. !• \H<t, TKX AS.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Kl<.wrr Wr,ik>T • I'rirnil. HInc book
of ISO v^v.'* S'ti'l W.BO for It, to

J. HORAf.E MirARURD. H*rrilburg, Pi.

BUSINESS. BUSINESS.

AJT>

HARD=TIME PRICES.

Send for Special Spring Import List of

DWARF-BUDDED # TREE ROSES. GLEMRT18, ETC.

CS^-KO-^VIW ^T T^E

Boskoop Holland Nursery Association.

THE PRIZE WINNERS AT WORLDS FAIR, CHICAGO. SPECIAL PRICES.

Address

G. H. JOOSTEN, Agent, 3 Coenties Slip, NEW YORK.

RIIAD WHAT FOSTITE IS SOIXO FOR THB FLORIST against MUdew
on Roses, and Carnation Rust.
"We are highly pleased with your Fostite and Bellows. No investment ever paid me
better. Not a speck or spot of Mildew on the place."

Signed, Albert Knopf, President Franklin Park Floral Co., Columbus, O.

NEW WHITE GHRYSSNTHEMUM

"MUTUAL FRIEND"

It is sure to be a prize winner and a leading variety for '94.

FIRST PRIZE and CERTIFICATE of MERIT MASS. HORT. SOCIETY, '93.

Orders booked now for March delivery, 50c. each; $4.00 per dozen. At these prices
all should try it. We know it will please. Send for descriptive circular.

MANN BROS., Randolph, Mass.

New dirysanthemum, MRS. J. GEO. ILS,

Flowers sent from San Francisco to thelChicago Show^awarded a MEDAL.

A grand white, of remarkable substance, size and depth of flower. See Illustration in American Flo-
rist of November Itith. The very vigorous habit, and our large stock of this novelty, enables
us to assure the trade of good plants, and to guarantee safe arrival. To be sent out the
1st of March, 1891, at the following prices to the trade :

75 cents each; $7.50 per 12 plants; $14 per 25 plants; $25 per 50 plants; $40 per 100.

OKDKICS HOOKKD NOW IJY

JOHN H. SIEVERS, 25PostSt., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Hard Time Prices.

STOCK I'l.ANTS.

GEO. W. CHILDS, WABAN, MRS. L. C.
MADEIRA, VIVIAND-MOREL, V. H. HAL-
LOCK, JESSICA, J. C. VAUGHAN, AMI
HOSTE, DIANA, at 11.00 per dozen.

<:nitli M-ltli Order.

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO., Springfield, III.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Giirysantiiemums I

Write for list and prices,
to suit the times.

Prices
Ad.lrts^ J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

ONKM.

..lUc. p«rlUO:lH.U)(wrl<)OU

pur doz. 'Jt)ctii.

•' 'JOoU.

ViirlK'naii, 2H vnrli^lliM
ni*llotru|M>. 7 vorlrllcn. .
KuchfilnN. 1- viirli'lli.'ii

r'«nr I'liint iinri l^t|M*7.1n " 'Molm.

(;iiu)i AlyMiim mid Miirtfut-rtti* tin\»y... " 2Uot«.
MaTH-tiln Viniv M<<x. l*rhnrow X Hulltinn " 2bclM.
iUxl WlilU- .V MhiK I'lfint(riiphi>nl,lnvii') " MvAn.
Cliryniiiitlii-iniiniii, 'SM:. i'ulriin. \.'.v. l*»KlAKt> Ir. a ilor.,

Hvrxi r<irr4itAloifuu. I. L PILLSBURY. Macomb. III.
I'LKAHii mention thcAMHRICAN I'LOHIST

every time you write to an advertiser.

GHRYSftNTHEMUMS

■ A.ivr>

CARIVATIOIVS.

Sc-nd for trade list.

NATHAN SMITH & SON.

107 \V. Miiiiinrv St.,

AOItlAN, MICH.

STOCK CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

I'ri'K. w. u. Smith. iK'Kt piiik iwi eooh 4Uc

Thugui'i'ii. iii'HtwiiiU' imo

NlvfUM, tliH' whlU'

(ioMiMi WrthlliiK- rxlrii yrllow..
A. T. KwIhk iitid Alhii Vi-riim. . .

Ha
400
86«
360

Ami 11 h.iwt, nC wliiinliml HnrlM ....... " l6o

BROWN & CANFIELD. Springfield, III.

GLADIOLUS BULBS

ScuUinK^ of \H\tl, liuni chuictst nanu-d v;ii iclitrs,
I^cinoinc'H and (jnndnvcnHis, 1 to I J^ inch, war-
ranted to !)I()oni thlH Hcnnon. 8'* 00 pt-r IINK).

Niimr<I VMiH and SccdliiiK« niixcd, 1'. to'J^in.
SIOIMI per 1<NX» At kumt one third of (hciiliovc arc
whitm nnd liK'il Norhrnp nrrnchlrycnsts and
c'otnnKtn reds

WM. FERGUSON, Groveland, Mass.

Always mention thtrAMERCAN Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

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DON'T MISS THIS CHANCE.

We Must Have Room and the Only Way to Get It Is to

Move Out the Stuff.

BEST VALUE IN PALMS OFFERED ANYWHERE.

LATANIA BORBONICA in 2 3,-4 inch pots, showing character leaves, ready to

shift into 4 inch pots, very strong rooted. $8.00 per 100. Sample doz

for $1.25 by express. Packed light.
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4 inch pots with 4 to 6 good leaves, 20 to 24 inches

high, very strong roots. As good as most 6 inch stuff. $25.00 per 100.

Sample doz. for $3.50 by express.
LATANIA BORBONICA, 5 inch pots, with 5 to 7 good leaves, 24 to 30 inches

high, good as most 7 inch plants. $50.00 per 100. Sample doz. for

$6.50 by express.

This Stock is in Extra Good Condition.

Has had no Fertilizers to force growth and is clean. Comes perfect.
SPECIAL PRICES ON 500 OR 1000 LOTS.

B. P. CRITCHELL & CO., ^"'g^^S.''^''

Medal Awarded

at World's Columbian Exposition to

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,

113 til. 4ih St., Philadelphia, Pa.

FOR

METALLIC DESIGNS, WHEAT SHEAVES, CEL-
LULOID BASKETS AND POT COVERS,

and ail Florists' Supplies.

H. BAYEESDOEFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

PHILADELPHIA, FA.

Out new Oatalosrue ia now outi free npoD
vppllcation.

Wlien wrltlim mention the American Florist.

IttflRSCHUETZ S 60.,

Florists' S0DDI16S,

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Send for Catalogue. ^^

HUNTINGTON SEED 60.
Florists' : Supplies,

66 E. Washington St ,

INDIANAPOLIS, VSTD.

Standard Flower Pots, Dried Grasses, Fancy Baskets
Metal Designs. Trade Catalogue mailed free.

THE flSSOGIflTION FLORA.

BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

CLEMATIS In sorts, 3 years perlOOS26.00

SPIR/EA JAPONIC A " 1.00

DIELYTRA SPECTABILIS " 4.00

LUiuEQ speclosum. Pffionlas Rhododendrons, Azaleas

H. P. Roses. In best varieties, per lUO t9,00: Abel Ca>

Here. Alfred Colomb, Anna Alexleff. A. de Dlesbach,

B. Rothschild. I-lsher Holmes. Ccn. .Jack, La France,

Mme. G. Lulzet. Mme. I'lantter. Magna Chana. Paul

Neyron, P. C. de Rohan. Perk' des IJIancheB, Ulrlch

Brunner and others. Cataio(:rue on application.

f>. OTT'WEIXt.XCEIEt.XC,

S06 Cambridge Ave., JERSEY CITY, N. J.

W.G.KRICn

PATENT

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Highest Award wher-
ever exhibited.

Tbese Letters are
made of the beat Im-
mortelles, wired on
woodormetalframes
having boles drilled
In them to Insert
toothpicks, by which
to fasten them in the
design. All infringe-
ments prosecnted.

2-lnch Letters,
$3 00 per 100.
Postage, 15c. per 100

Before purchasing
send for free sample
and Catalogue and
com pare with any
other letter in the
market.

W. C. KRICK. 1287 Broadway. BROOKLYN, N. Y.

Agents:— J. C. VAUGHAN, Chicago, 111.; H. BAT
ERSUORFBR & CO., Phila., Pa.; N. Steffens. N. Y.;
Aug. Rolkbr&Sons. N. Y.: Ed. 8. Schmid, Wash-
ington, D. C. ; JAMES ViCK'S Sons, Rochester N. Y. ;
T. W. WOOD & SONS, Richmond, Va.; J. A. Sim-
mers, Toronto, Ont.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest and flnest stock In the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL,

850 Montgomery St.. Jersey City. N.J.

FOR SALE B Y: -A. Hermann, F. E. McAllister.
Reed & Kellar, N. Steffens. Now York; W. C. Krlck.
Brooklyn, N. Y. ; H. Bayersdorfer & Co.. I'hlla.; J. M.
McCullounh'9 Sons and H. 1.. Suniierhrueli. Cincinnati,
O.; J. M. fiasser. Cleveland, O ; D. B. Long, Buffalo, N.
Y.; J. C. Vaughan, Chicago: Wisconsin Flower E.\-
change. Milwaukee: Wra. Ellison, St. Louis; Ed. S.
Schmid. Washington. D. C; U. W. Currey & Co., Nash-
ville. Tenn.; T. W. Wood & Sons, Richmond, Va.; U.
J. Virgin. Xew Orleans. La.

SEE HERE

WCDDCIiAC MAMMOTH. perfccUv clean
VLnDCnMO) strong plants, 52 per 100. Trans-
planted Cuttings, $1.00 per IM. Rooted Cuttings,
$6.00 per 1000. All to color. Cash.

W. B. WOOODRUFF. Florist, Westfield. N, J.

Please mention the American Florist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a lime and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance ot having sash bluwu off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have got just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure' for
about half the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMODY, Evansville, Ind.
Florists* Pins

Glass Heads,
Black or
White.

1, 1^. 2, 2%, 3. 3^, 4inclies,

,50c, 75c, $1.00, 81.25, $1.50, $1.75, $2.00 per lOOO

F-o-c S^J^ toy

August Rolker & Sons, New Yorlc.

Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York.

H. Bayersdorfer & Co., Pbiladeiphia.

N. F. .McCarthy & Co., Boston.

E. H. Hunt, Cllieaeo.

,J. C. A'auehan, Cliicago.

Huntinjiton Seed Co., Indianapolis, Ind.

W. Ellison. St. Louis.

E. W. <:rook, San Francisco.

.J. A. Simmers. Toronto, Ont.

Edw. MuUin, Kinsston. Ont.

AUG. F. BRABANT, Manufacturer,

54 Warren Street, NEW YOKK.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 tireen Street, BOSTON, MASS.
Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

lanufacture THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

sizes IH-tnch and 2-inch. f^.OO per lUO. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for ;>00 letters we give away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut in next

week's American Florist.

Our letter la handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

AGENTS: A. Rolker k Sons. New York; Miirschuet/,
Jt Co.. 25 N. 4th Street. Philadelphia. Pa.; F. E. Mc-
Allister. 22 Dey St.. N. Y.: Ernst Kaufmann \ Co.. llfJ
N. 4th St., Philadelphia. Pa.: H. Bayersdorfer &. Co.,
Philadelphia. Pa.; A. D. Perry & Co.. 33 Warren St..
Syracuse. N. Y.: A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St.. Cleve-
land, O.; E. H. Uunt, T9 Lake St.. Chlcaco; Wisconsin
Flower Kxchange. 131 Mason St.. Mllkwaukee. Wis.;
H. Sunderbruch. 4tb and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati. O.;
T. W. Wood A Sons. Gth and Marshall Sts. Richmond.
Va.; Jas. Vlck's Sons. Rocliester. N. Y.: DanI B. Long.
Buffalo. N. Y.; C. A. Kuuhn. St. Ixiuis. Mo.; C. F.
Huntington A: Co.. Indianapolis. Ind ; Z. De Forest
Kly A Co., 11(24 Market St.. IMilladelphla. Pa ; Portland
Seed Co.. 171 2nd St.. Portland. Oregon; A. Hernnan.
415 E.:i4th St.. New York; (ieo. A. Sutherland. r.7 Hrom-
fleld St . Boston: Welch Bros.. Xo. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton; N. F. McCarthy A Co.. 1 Music Hall Place. Boston.

.1. A. Simmers. Toronto. Ont., Agent for Canada.

GURNEY

Hot-Water Heaters
>^oR Greenhouses.

Send for a copy of our book **IIow best
to heat oar linuseH."

GURNEY HOT-WATER HEATER GO.

163 FRANKLIN ST., BOSTON

Branch Ollice: .V.f WHbii;*h Avenue. Chicago. Illlnolt*

Selling Agencies: Johnson \ Co., 71 John St.. New

Tork City. J. C. V. Trachsol, Mi ArcU St.. Philadelphia,

642

The American Florist.

Feb. IS,

Foreign Notes.

The leading horticulturists of Glasgow
have taken steps to organize a chrysan-
themum society in that city.

M. Maurice de Yilmorin will deliver a
lecture before the Royal Horticultural
Society on March 27 on "Rare plants
and shrubs in the Arnold Arboretum,
Boston."

The excessively warm weather in Great
Britain was followed by a cold spell of
unusual intensity during the first weik in
January. Zero weather was experiencid
in many sections where such temperatu v
is a decided novelty.

The discussion over the action of tl c
National Rose Society whereby Li
France, .■Vugustine Guinoiscau, Capt.
Christy and other roses were disqualifitd
from exhibition in H. P. dasses ami
placed in a separate class by ihcm<elv<-s
continues unabated in tVc Journal of
Horticulture and makes very interesting
reading.

With the new year L' Illustration Uoii
icoU returns toits old octavo form, which
it abandoned some seven years ago to
become a quarto. The initial number for
1894 contains a colored plate of Gynur;i
anrantiaca which shows to perfection the
velvety purple sheen on the foliage of tbi>
l>eantiful plant.

Pteris serrulata, var. gigantea, f<r
which Mr. H. B. May received an award
of merit from the Royal Horticultural
Society in January last year, is credited
in the hardeners' Chronicle with being
the perfection of a decorative fern. "It
is free in habit, elegant in the arrange-
ment of its fronds, quickly makes a sala-
ble plant and if grown on forms a noble
specimen."

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
% CO.

Clear J

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Hrn«l f'lr < Irfnliir* nii<| 1 «■•>! Imonliila.

GflTflLOGUE, PRINTING.
tLEGTROTyPlNO.

IVint with expert ability for Florists,
NurJtrymcn. Scrd'.nirn Wrile to

4. N«r«c« HeFaHand Co.

. . . IIAKKIHIII 11(1, l-A.

"Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried oflf highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: T^S. T^S. 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to aunouDce the dissolution ol the firm of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Potter>' Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a contmuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

oYRAuUdE POTTERY bOi 403 North Sanna Street, SYRACUSE. N. Y.

Detroit Flower Pot Manufactory

Same as furnished the Floricultural Depaitment World's E.\hibit at Chicago.

Send for prices for months February and ^» 4y» ^» ^» ^> ^i» ^Ifr j4J&
March \\"e will save you *jp *fP *fP *IP *jP *(P «tt» *IP

l-». o .A.<iclre!i»s ^;fc>t> Ho-w^rd est., rsetroit, JVIlol^.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottery, new Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
in the market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER, Manager. EJc»»t Brooltflolcl, A<I».Mfll.

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDti,
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a hose
can be applied.
Sizes, J/B-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serviceable
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is an infringement on one or more of our
Patent*. The rights secured to ua render each Individual dealer or user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO,
Sole MI'ra and Owners of all the Sphincter Grip Armnrrd Hose ftttenls, 49 Warren Street, New Vr.-'-
.1. V. VAU<3hAN. Aicent, OHICAUO.

<^?mcTE^C^

&PRmaBTm.GALVAHI

^

d-iVlANZ

-COMPANY- •

-. lh<.UAV tX" ^ HAir.ffINf I>1MK|HS

riiiMx-.n Jt V UAH i-uix r •««

y\j>-2

\f •, MijNKdi "iTRrr t
< ttrc Af.o

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

frcim bottom i>f i^iitli^r up.

r/>rroHi»niik'nrt' mtllcltrti. KwlhnntcM cheerfully

liiriilrtlK'il,

LYMAI^ FELHEIIVI, ERIE.

PA.

P

■ Of

ATENT

• <oa.Mt« ■>(. oorT*i«MTa »T».
Of1«NDLee St MACAU1.BV

WASHJNaTOrC O. I

tv. I

BOXES. BOXES. BOXES.

Thrfte-Fleco Wooil Mulling llox.

Thi- ncntcBt and stronRist liox on the inniket.

Send iscts. in Ktamps ft»r Hami)le nest a lu! price

lint. I iiIho make Cut Flower and K.xpress Iloxea.

HucceinortuHMlTll &HMrriI,
lliirdin County. KUNTUN, OHIO.

M(!nM(m AnuTlrnn KInrlHt

You will benefit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

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643

LITTLE'S MTIPEST.

A

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BT THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer ot
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price £lst.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FLTJSHINQ, Qneens, Co., N. T.

Increase Yoor Bosiness

by fostering an interest in plants and
flowers among the people in your vicin-
ity. You can best do this by getting
subscribers to

GARDENING . . .

which tells people how to get the most
satisfaction out of their gardens, and
stimulates them to enlarge and extend
their gardening operations.

$I.OO A YEAR is the subscription price
of this paper, which is issued twice a
month, is handsomely and truthfully
illustrated, is thoroughly practical, ab-
solutely free from wind and gush and
grinds no axes for anyone.

SPECIAL LOW RATE to florists who
will act as agents. We want an agent
in every city and town in America.
Write for terms now to

THE GARDENING CO.

Monon Building, CHICAGO.

THE CHAMPION

floiomaiiG Venillaior.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated deeciiptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, trlvlng prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil PiUverlzer and Sifter.

Address, K. B. "WOU^I^,

Box 114. SPRINGFIELD, O.

SAVE MONEY BY

PURCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter.

The best thing of the kind ever invented lor green-
house use. Send for description and price list.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO..

372 Freeport Street, BOSTON, MASS.

159 & 161 South Fifth Ave., New York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Rose Housen. Conservatories, etc., etc.
THE PKIfFECT DKAINAOK

For circulars, etc., address

W. R. WIGHT, Upland Greenhouses,

Send your business card. MADISON, N. J.

PT AQQ ROCK BOTTOM rillCES Send for
\TXJ/jLOO« Estimate. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

65 Warren St.. and 46, 48 & 50 College Place.
VfTe-w- Xox-k C:71ty.

YOU CAN

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate ol Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

BJ. HH*r»Aiei>, "5ro»*lig:stO'w«a, Olxlo.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

•VVrite for latest jarloes.-^.-^--^--^^*

FRENCH GLASS conservatories, R0°SE houses, Etc. Etc.

-VAPfHOIiJVEJ, OI«IPFB>I« Se, CO.,

Importers of PLATE and WINDOW GLASS. Manufacturers of BENT GLASS

and FRENCH MIKKOKS.

131-133-135-137 FRANKLIN STREET, IWEJ-^V YORIC.

Note— Imported Glass Is used In the best (Trade of Greenhouse bulldlni;

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

HOT-AIR

^iwiiirnMi|Fi ' ir ■ ' I I •■. if i^^^^^__^^^r^E^^

Boilers nunU' i.i tin- tif.st uf material, shell, firebox
heetB an d heada ol bteel. water space all around
front, sides and back). Write for Information.

Mention American Florist

EVANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Write for Illustrated Cataloifue.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS. Richmond. Ind.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.
Superior Hot Water Boilers.

JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave. , Brooklyn, N.Y
^r* Send for Catslogne.

fl

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn, '
House, Garden, Stock
Irany other purpose.

Send for Illustrated Catalogue

jeLAMAtIr-RIDER ANB PUMPING
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON rypiur

PUMPING bNlilNL.
ENGINE.

Their operation ie so simple and
safe that a child can run them They
will pump wattT from shallow
streams or any feiud of well. Thev
can be arranged for an V kind of fuel

Capacity 1.500 to 30.000 gallons
of watpf a day. according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue.
NEW YORK, N. Y.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

• CYPRESS •

Mention American Florist,

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN.
DO IT NOW.
JOHN.G. ESLER.'.Sec'y F. H. A., Saddle River, N. J.

HAIL

It

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Always mentioti the American Plc-
EiST when writing to advertisers.

644

The American Florist.

Feb. 15^

Index to Advertisers.

AbelCC 4C0 6»4

AdT. Rates, etc SE

Asnius Ernst- 630

Bailer F A 639

Bassett .^ Washburn 631
Bayeradurfer 11 & Co.. 641

Ba.T State Udw Co |1I3

Beixkiuans PJ 638

BenterH H 4 Co 634

Blanc .K 631

BotiBallJos £ 638

BoetoD Letter Co . . .641

Brabant Auk F Ml

Brairae LB 632

BriKKS Maud M 610

Brount \ 639

Brown K S * Sons. . . 6S8

Brown 4 Candeld eiu

Booting Samuel J 637

BumsA Rarnor 633

Burpee W Atlce 4 Co.J5S4

Burrow JO tM

Burton John 632

Carman K W 613

Carmodr J D 611 '

Castle Mrs S L SSI

Cbandleo 4 MacauIer.U?

Chlttv HE 636(37

Connellv J,.bn J 638 I

Corbrer A McKellar...6!C

Cntchel! B 1' .V Co iMi I

llallledoaze Bros tS7

Deamnd J B * Co.. CM i35
De I.Amater Iron Wk8.M3

I>etriilt Pot Co. W-'

IHIion JL Kii

DlngeeA Oinard Co....»w:i

Domer J"red 4 Son i3b"

Dr«er H A (84

Dmmm .'^ecd 4 Floral

Co 039

ElUabetb Nursery Co.. Gil

nilou WH 632

■UlaonWm 632

ElT Z De Forest 4 Co. .634
■■•ez UelKhts Floral

Co 637

IWbolin Ljman i>42

FelUlousen J E 63)

FiTi:tii*on \V lu 610

Ferrr U M * Co 635

Fisher Peler4Co 638

Forvtermann 1 63B

Ganleolns Co The 03

GIbKnJ C 638

Grenorr J J B 4 Sjn. ..634

Grintta .N S 6S1

Gnmer Heater Co 641

Uali Ass'n i'rf3

Hancock .v Son C3G Ci7

Hart James 633

n»rt4Crouse. IHI

Hartford H B 632

Helu- n.jral Co SS

Uerr Albert M 636

Hews A U4C0 SI2

nill EG4CO C3i

EUppard R 613

HIteblnKs 4 Co lUi

HookerU M Co 613

Horan Edw 0. 6X1

Horan Jas 636

Ili.jrt It I> 68

IIalsebo«;h Bro* 636

Hunt K H iva

HuntM A G31 Ob

Hunter Frank D 633

Homloctoa Seed Co. . .eti

jaoaln^B B ai6

Jooetcn rii Ktu

Kauf' ' t Co iMl

Kenr ...ir«

Ko-; .. rM

Knck

ell Bros Co ...613 1

KoebaC A. IBB I

Lake Geneva Floral CwW.

La Koche 4 Statu fvfi

Lewis E B G>(J

Lockland Lumber Co.. .013

Long Danl B 632

Lonsdale Edwin 636

Lord 4 Bumham Oo. . SM
McCarthy N F 4 Co.... 633

McFarland J H 640

McFarland J H Co 612

McPheron R A 639

Hann Bros 640

Mam J 4 Co 642

Marscbuetz 4 Co Gtl

Mathews \Vm 639

May John N iBI 63t;

May LL4CO (31

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co (Vil

MlllanK Bros 6:ci

Monlnger Jno C . XM
Moon WmH Co 639

NeffLi sa

OelschlK AC 632

Olseu 4 Hushes t;i,3

Ouwerkerk P 641

Parmenter ilfg Co (112

Pennock CJ '^A

PennockSsml 8 (IB

Plerson F RCo (35

Plllsbury IL 640

Quaker City Mach Co. .643

Randall A L 633

Keasoner Bros, (B9

Reed Glass Co (Ai

Reed 4 Keller (41

Kein ben; Bros ... (M 633
Relnischnelder Krnst..(34

Renard Joseph (37

Roberts i) U 613

RoebrsThao (33

Roemer F>ed (31

Rolker A 4 Sons 639

RusaellSJ 641

Sander4 Co 638

BcollayJohnA 613

Seaver LT 640

Shelmire WR 630

SherldanW F 633

Slebrecht 4 Wadley. .. .6:S

SleversJohnH 640

Situations, wants G30

Smith WE 642

Smith .Nathan 4 Son. .('>M
South Side Floral Co.. .(MU

Spooner Wm U 631

Staple (ieo W (>«

Starr Chas T 636

SU-mmlerTW 631

Streby SO 638

Struck J N 4 Bro 613

Sunderbruch UL (SC

Sunset Seed 4 Plant C06S4

Sutherland Geo A 632

Swayne Edward 687

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 22, 1894. No. 299

Copyright 1894, by Americau Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published EVEkv Thursday by
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SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS.

J. T. ANTHONT, Chicago, president; Robert Kift,
Philadelphia, vice-president; WM. J. Stewart, 67
Bromfleld St.. Boston, Mass., secretary ; M. A. HtJNT,
Terre Haute, Ind., treasurer. Tenth annual meeting
at Atlantic City, N. J., August, 1894.

CONTENTS.

Meeting American Camatic Society 645

— President Hill's addiess 645

—Discrimination of diseases— Arthur 646

— The exhibition 64S

— New carnations— Dorner 649

—Carnation Bouton d'Or (illus) . . .649

—Carnations for cut flowers— Dailledouze . 6S1

—Desirable varieties— Witterstaetter 652

—Carnations in Canada - Muston 653

—Border carnations— Bailey . 654

—The banquet 654

Society of American Florists 656

Philadelphia 656

The new mushroom 657

Adiantum Farleyense (illus) 659

Buflfalo 659

New York 660

Chicago 660

Toronto "60

Boston . 660

Pittsfield, Mass 660

The seed trade 664

St. Louis 666

Baltimore. 666

Legal pointers 672

Worcester, Mass 674

The annual ; meeting of the American
Carnation Societj' at Indianapolis, Tues-
day' and Wednesday of this week, was a
grand success from every point of view as
will be seen from the full report in this
issue. Let the Chrysanthemum Society
and the Rose Society take the hint and
arrange for meetings at some other time
and place than that of the S. A. F. con-
vention. Come gentlemen of the rose and
chrysanthemum, get up and shake your-
selves. Simply make a start and the rest
will follow. Don't let theyoungest flower
take all the attention of the trade. Begin
at once. There is no time like the pres-
ent. We will with pleasure report your
meetings as fully as we have those of the
Carnation Societj'.

When sending us newspapers contain-
ing items you wish us to note please do
not fail to distinctly mark the item so it
can be easily found, as we can not spare
the time to hunt through the mass of
papers sent us for unmarked items.

Annual Meeting of the American Carna-
tion Society at Indianapolis.

About fifty were in attendance when the
American Carnation Society convened in
annual session at Indianapolis last Tues-
day, at 2:30 p. m. The delegates were
heartily welcomed to Indiana'scapitalby
Mr. J. S. Stuart, of Anderson, Ind., on be-
half of the Society of Indiana Florists, to
which response was made by Mr. C. H.
Allen on behalf of the Carnation Society.

Mr. Stuart spoke as follows:

Mr. President, Ladies and Gentle-
men, Members and Friends of the
American Carnation Society: On be-
half of the Indiana florists I welcome you
here on this occasion. The calling of a
florist is high and ennobling and to be a
success one is brought into close proxim-
ity witH the throbbing, beating pulse of
nature. Through the providence of God
our lives have been prolonged, our mental
and physical bodies preserved, with
hearts beatiug in unison of purpose and
filled with one common desire, that of ele-
vating thisnoble calling, do we thuscome
together on the occasionof this, our third
annual meeting. I behold the faces of
those who have devoted a life long service
to the advancement of floriculture, men
who have toiled early and late, advanc-
ing step by step in plant culture, ever
learning lessons from nature which has
peculiarly fitted them to be teachers and
advocates of a higher standard in the flo-
rists' business.

Gentlemen and fellow florists, we wel-
come you here. The American Carnation
Society was organized in the east. Its
first meeting was held in Buffalo in 1892.
Being ushered into existence in a state
that numbersits florists by the thousands,
composed of men with money, knowledge
and enterprise, suiTOunded by so many
congenial influences, its success was
assured from the very start. The second
meeting was held at Pittsburg in Febru-
ary last. In number, scope and charac-
ter of the business transacted there it was
generally conceded that all points in car-
nation culture had been touched upon.
Twelve months have come and gonesince
that meeting and today we find ourselves
in a wide field of mysteries in connection
with the cultivation of the divine flower.
The rapid strides in carnation culture
have been checked to some extent; such
questions as new varieties, disease, pot
and bench culture, stock plants, propa-
gation, etc., have come up with renewed
interest and demand serious considera

tion. We welcome you to Indiana, a
state crowded with grand achievements
and rich with untold possibilities. We
welcome you to our fair capital and rail-
road center. We welcome you as guests
of the Indiana florists, we feel highly
complimented and shall do all within our
power to prove to you that the Hoosier
loves his friends. Make yourselves feel
at home and let us become acquainted.
Work harmoniously together, and by
united effort meet these perplexing diffi-
culties. Thus by interchange of thoughts
and recital of experience we shall elevate
our calling and raise the carnation stan-
dard still higher. We live too low and
breathe atmosphere too dense. Let us
press onward and look upward, ever con-
forming our lives and labor more with
the teachings of nature, and surely we
shall become better acquainted with na-
ture's God, and learn to recognize Him
as the master switchman that makes no
mistakes in the minutest order through-
out the entire kingdom of nature. Again
I say we gladly welcome you among us.

The first business taken up was the ap-
pointment of a committee on awards.
Mr. A.M. Herr was selected by the Chester
County Carnation Society, Mr. Eugene
Dailledouze by the national society, and
these two gentlemen selected Mr. C. H.
Allen as the third member. President Hill
then delivered his address as follows:

President Hill's Address.

Gentlemen, Members of the Carna-
tion Society: Your president deems it
only necessary to make a few brief re-
marks on the anniversary of our annual
meeting — this opening session. The year
just closed has been an eventful one in the
history of our favorite flower; its devotees
have given increased thought and closer
attention to the needs, necessities and
proper culture of the carnation; under
the stimulus of increased love and demand
of high grade carnations new varieties
are being raised and disseminated; great
care should be exercised in the bestowal
by this society of medals and certificates;
exalt the standard; better that disap-
pointment should occur than that this
society should endorse any variety that
does not measure up to the very best — or
a little better — than any at present in
commerce. On the other hand it is im-
portant that proper encouragement be
given to those working on these lines of
raising new varieties. The propriety and
advisability of holding a carnation ex-
hibit of itself originated with our Chester
County friends. This is a move in the
right direction; the thought and purpose
are commendable. Let us be aggressive
and push out into new fields, make new
conquests and thus signalize our faith in
the tuture of the "divine flower."

It occurs to your president that the

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boldiag of an exhibition would be a most
useful topic for discussion, for it is a mat-
ter involving, in a measure at least, the
onward movement in carnation culture
which the society has so auspiciously-
inaugurated and set in motion. It is a
question with your presiding officer
whether a successtul exhibition of carna-
tions could be held without the employ-
ment of vast numbers of carnations
grown and flowered in pots. The culture
of carnations in pots is of very limited
practice, hence the need of preparation
for so important an event. Another
vital question is, how can we preserve in
fresh condition the cut blooms exhibited?
it is an undeniable fact that the majority
of carnations exhibited at the various
autumn chrysanthemum shows have
withered and have been unpresentable the
day following their entries — "gone to
sleep," as Mr. Lonsdale putsit — hence the
hesitancy and slowness of the managers
of chrysanthemum shows to offer large
sums or premiums for carnation exhibits.
These are facts incident to exhibiting car-
nation flowers at the shows. Let us
meet these and other questions that con-
front us in an intelligent and thoughtful
manner.

The thorough and comprehensive dis-
cussion of the diseases incident to carna-
tions at the meeting last year is one of
the events in the society's history that it
may well be proud of. The deflning of
the'different diseases, so that those unac-
quainted with their insidious work could
locate and know the nature of their devel-
opment, was an educational work of
great value to all interested in successful
carnation culture, and from the innumer-
able expressions from men in the trade
we are led to believe that the information
given was thoroughly appreciated and
valued.

Your president is thoroughly convinced
of one thing, as a result of the discussion
at Pittsburg, and that is, there must be a
complete stop to the propagation from
plants that are lorccd for flowers if we
would maintain the health and vitality
of the carnation. If wccontinuc to prop-
agate from the plants forced for flowers
it inevitably follows that an impaired
ronstitution is imparted to the propa-
gated plants from such stock. I^et no
sophistry or money consideration blind
uf to this truth, however unpalatable
and unwelcome the fact may be. When
wc select and propagate our stock from
plants grown in a moderate temperature
and under normal conditions, then and
not until then will bacteria and other
diieaae* cease their ravages. We may as
well V>cKin to adjust our methods to this
imperative command, for reason and
right culture [mint to separate plants
under normal conditions to be used for
propagating purposes alone; the cost of
propagating will lie enhanced, but if we
can rotore the health and vigor the
incrcaacd cost of stock will l<e gladly
met. It is emacntial from another point
of vicwthnt wciicck to restore to the car-
nation nil it! vigor and health, i. e., that
the progeny seedling* may l>e able to
maintain and produce the larger si/xd
and t>etter »hn|)ed flowers which recent
introilurtionii have given us.

Mon, with great brnin power and
culture, what is he unless he has lichind
the brnin n strong, healthy phyRl(|uc. II
bacterial disensca arc to sap the life of
our R4lna Crnig*. Mme. Allicrtinis, Wm.
Scotts.Orocc Ilattlcs and other improved
varieties, what profit if we have in-
crcnscd size and fine color*. IvCt u* a* a
society seek to know all the truth a* to
ctiltnre, nnd if cultural methods arc at

fault let us be fearless in pointing out
that which is right and in consonance
with the life, health, vigor and perpetuity
of our loved carnation.

The history of this society is an envia-
be one; its accomplishments are ascer-
tained facts regarding culture, the diag-
nosis of diseases, the stimulating of ef-
forts to raise new varieties, to say noth-
ing whatever about the exchange of expe-
rience and good fellowship which accom-
panied our annual gathering. While
glorying over the things achieved, let us
eagerly and with firm tread press on for
future conquests; old shoes are easy to
wear; long trodden paths are easily trav-
ersed; let us as a society endeavor to
solve the problems confronting us, to
raise the standard of carnation culture
from the region of the speculative to that
of an exact science.

Someone has said "That no one could
define the limits or obstruct the march of
a progressive, energetic and enlightened
nation"; the same holds good regarding
a profession and if we continue in our
quest for knowledge and information,
who, I ask, can limit the good or stop
the march of the American Carnation
Society?

Discussion upon the address was de-
ferred, and Prof. J. C.Arthur being present
he was called upon to read his essay which
appears in full below.

The Discrimination of Diseases without
the Use of a Microscope.

ny pnoF. J. 0. akthuu. ]uitanio.\i, depabtmjsnt,

PUllUUE UNIVEIISITV.

"Never before in the history of man
have agricultural plants apparently suf-
fered so greatly from parasitic vegetable
growths and injurious insects," says a
writer in a recent number of Popular
Science Monthly. The force of this asser-
tion doubtless lies in the word "appar-
ently," and keeping that in mind we
could extend the remark with hearty ap-
proval from agricultural to all other
classes of cultivated plants.

The carnation has been considered
among the class of flowers least subject
to disease, and for many years no one
heard of a real carnation disease. Some-
times ])lants did not grow well, and then
it was said they needed a different soil, or
not so much water, more ventilation,
less heat, or there were worms in the
earth, but clearly defined diseases were
practically unknown. Five years ago
Professor Seymour published an illus-
trated account ot a spot disease of the
carnation (Septoria Dianthi). which
turned the attention of both florists and
botanists to a closer inspection of thecar-
nation licncli. But this was only a sum-
mer cloud, that raised no particular ap-
prehension. The real storm burst upon
the carnation world when the advent ol
rust was made known three years later.
Hvcry defect in the green part of the plant
was now suspected to be rust, nnd not a
little disturbance to trade and mutual
confidence developed from the in.-ibility to
definitely recognize this dreaded disease.

In 18H9 Mr. William I'alconer wrote,
apropos of Mr. Seymour's article: "This
whole question of plant diseases is one of
vast importance to us, but practical men
like mysell arc absolutely unfit to grap-
ple with this subject: it is a iiiatttrfortlie
scientist. Wc can understand tairly well
anything we can see plainly, but the ob-
scure (liscascH bother UH. It isn't enough
for UK to »uy, 'Oh, it'* *oitie sort of alun-
gu*.' He precise, know for a containty
whether it is a fungu* or not, and i( a

fungus, what fungus it is; also whether
the fungus is the cause or the effect." No
wiser suggestion could have been made,
and the carnationists seem to have taken
it to heart, and aoted with commendable
discretion. First, it was necessary to
summon the scientists, in order to learn
the names of the fungi, their habits and the
extent to which they were responsible for
the troubles. They came. They came armed
with the microscope, and presented long
papers profusely illustrated with the de-
tails of strange forms, and described the
behavior of mycelium and spores in be-
wildering intricacy. Probably no flo-
rists' society has ever been favored with
more complete and admirable papers
upon the diseases of its special kind of
plants than the American Carnation So-
ciety listened to at its last annual meet-
ing from Professors Atkinson and Hal-
sted. The scientists have certainly re-
sponded cordially to assist in carrying
out the first part of Mr. Falconer's sug-
gestion.

Having ascertained what fungi cause
diseases,it is no w best toturntothe second
part of Mr. Falconer's suggestion, and
learn to recognize the different forms of dis-
ease,and to associate the right fungus with
each. This is work for the florist, and it
is to aid his efforts that this paper is pre-
sented.

We will suppose that something is
wrong with the carnation bench. The
plants do not flourish, or they have taken
on a discolored or distorted appearance,
how is the case to be diagnosed? There
seems to be no indication of insect work,
and so fungi are suspected. What next?
The best plan would be to call an experi-
enced specialist — a plant doctor — a prac-
tical vegetable pathologist — and accept
his diagnosis. At present this is an unu-
sual proceeding; but the time will doubt
less come when it will be as comimn,and
thought as sensible, a practice as to call
a doctor for one's horsesorone'scliildren.

But to-day every man is his own doc-
tor, so far as his plants areconcerned. He
must diagnose the case and prescribe the
remedy. If he possesses a microscope of
fairly good quality and some skill in its
use, the way is clear: Look at the plants,
then at the learned accounts of patho-
genic fungi; put a little of the material
suspected to be a fungus under the micro-
scope, and compare it with illustrations
of spores and mycelium outgrowths. It
will not be diflicult, as a rule, to decide
which, if any, of the fungi described are
present in the case in hand. Usua'ly,
however, no microscope is available, can
anything be done without it? Yes, very
much, often all that is required. Forthis
purpose a small magnifier, costing from
50 cents to $1.50, is of much aid. There
are less than a half dozen well marked
diseases caused by fungi, and the first
thing to do is to decide in reference to
these.

/i'//j/ is the most dreaded, and fortun-
ately the most clearly defined, of all car-
nation maladies. It appears in spots on
the leaves and stems from the size of a
piiihead to a quarter of an inch across.
Tlic l.irger spots are irregular in shape,
being m.ule up of the small ones standing
close together. For a while there is a thin
covering, and the spot lookslike ablister.
When the blister breaks, as it soon does
of itself, or can be easily broken by the
finger, it is seen to be filled with "a fine
snuff-like dust" that readily rubs oO'and
scatters tin infection. The most cliarac-
teristic thing about rust is this brown
powder. Any spots or discolorations of .
any sort, which do not yield the powder
arc not rust.

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spot is the next most important disease
at present attacking carnations. It can
be recognized with much certainty. Defi-
nite roundish spots are fotmed upon the
leaf, often as broad as the full width of
the leaf. A spot shows almost equally
well upon both surfaces of a leaf, the tis-
sues of the leaf being practically dead.
The spots are pale yellowish or a whitish
color, with the living tissues around the
leaf more or less deeply tinged purple or
red, thus forming a kind of halo of color
shading off into the healthy green of the
leaf. The pale center of the spots, an
eighth of an inch or more across, is event-
ually (that is, if the spots are not too
young) thickly studded with small black
points. The dots may occur on both sur-
faces of the spots, but usually are more
conspicuous on one surface than on the
reverse. Holdingthe leaf to the lightand
looking through it, often aids materially
in detecting the dots. Nothing is so
characteristic of this spot disease asthese
black dots scattered over a definite pale
area. Thedots arereallyinsidethe leaf, so
that throwing the light through the leaf
will often reveal them better than in any
other manner. There are usually several
hundred dots in each area. Spot occurs
on the stems, as well as on the leaves,
where it shows the same characteristics,
although not always so well defined.

The next most prevalent and distinct
disease is what has been called anthrac-
nose (an inappropriate name, it seems to
me, which needs to be replaced by a bet-
ter one). This is most conspicuous and
destructive upon cuttings, although it
also sometimes seriously afiects plants in
flower, when it is usually most conspicu-
ous on the bases of the older leaves, and
at the joints of the stem, particularly if
shaded and kept moist. The fungus
( Volutella sp.) shows as small dots, very
black, of unequal sizes, scattered profusely
over the pale, bleached surface of the
plant, without any definite limits. The
dots stand out well beyond the surface of
the plant, and if examined with a hand
magnifier, many of them can be seen to be
made up of tufts of minute black bristles.
The well raised black dots, formed of
minute black bristles, are the characteris-
tic features of this disease. Without see-
ing the minute bristles under a hand lens,
it is sometimes difficult to separate this
fungus from a brown or blackish fungus
(Cladospo) ium) that sometimes attacks
weak or poorly grown plants.

The Cladosporium spreads over the dy-
ing or dead parts of the plant, or even
attacks the young growing parts. The
surface turns brown or lalackish, and
slightly velvety, in irregular patches of
indefinite extent. It never forms well
defined dots or well limited areas. There
is another more conspicuous mold
(Boirytis), which sometimes makes its
appearance upon dead parts of the plant
in a moist greenhouse, which I need not
mention further, as it also occurs upon any
dead plants under the same conditions.

Fairy-ring is a well marked disease,
not yet widely distributed, which can
doubtless be fully controlled, if intelli-
gently handled. The fungus (/Merospo-
rium echinulatum B. C.) gives rise to
roundish, fairly well marked spots upon
the leaves, which at first remind one of
those formed by spot (Septoria). But
the fairy-ring fungus does not cover the
areas over with black dots but with con-
centric rings, which are minutely velvety
and black, or nearly so. These fungus-
infested areas show upon both sides of
the leaf.

The bacterial disease of carnations,
which for convenience we may call bac-

teriosis, shows readily upon leaves
recently attacked. It at first forms trans-
lucent dots in otherwise healthy leaves,
best recognized when of the size of a pin
point by holding the leaf so that the light
will shine through it. These dots enlarge
and run together, and the leaf finally
turns yellow and dries up. The presence
of the disease can be recognized by look-
ing at the leaf with light shining through
it long before any indication appears
upon the surface of the leaf.

Rosette and purple Joint are two ob-
scure diseases not yet sufficiently studied
to make it possible to include them in this
summary. This ends the list of fungous
diseases of the carnation now known.

Of these several diseases, rust, spot,
fairy-ring, and bacteriosis form in their
earlier stages definite spots of a charac-
teristic appearance, which can be recog-
nized with much certainty without the
use of a microscope. Each of these four
after a time causes the leaves to turn yel-
low and gradually die. It is not until the
later stages are reached, as a rule, that
the disease attracts attention. In diag-
nosing a disease the novice often makes
the mistake of trying to determine the
cause by examining the plants that are
already dead, instead of looking at such
as are yet in the earlier or intermediate
stages. In the earlier stages one may ex-
pect to find only the fungus causing the
disorder, or at least to find it predominat-
ing, while afterward various molds and
rots dispute possession of the djing or
dead plant, and obscure or quite obliter-
ate the original fungus.

The first step in such an examination is
to determine whether any one of the fungi
named, or any similar fungus, is present
or not. If there is any doubt about the
identity of the fungus, send a liberal sam-
ple, either dried, or packed in such a way
that it cannot mold, to some botanist
for determination. The list is a short
one, and the writer believes that every
florist could soon learn to recognize the
several sorts with much certainty even
without the aid of any magnifier, al-
though an inexpensive hand magnifier,
will be of much service.

But no method of identifying these
diseases is equal to a personal knowledge
of their appearance under varying condi-
tions. To have a good description at
hand is a help, but I cannot feel the same
confidence in this aid that Mr. .\lex. Mo-
Bride expresses in the American Florist
(1893, p. 930). He says, there should be
"a lucid description of the exact manifes-
tations of each of these diseases, divested
of all technicalities, and omitting all re-
sults of microscopical observations, but
describing in detail the peculiarities of
each as they appear to the unaided eye.
It should be so clear that every grower
of carnations would be enabled to detect
at a glance the presence of any one of
these fell destroyers. ' ' Now even a trained
botanist does not depend upon descrip-
tions for identifying either fungous or
flowering plants, when it is possible for
him to get authentic specimens to compare
with. Any one of you would find it difli-
cult to describe a man so that provided
only with the description the rest of us
could identify the person whenever we
came across him. How much more diffi-
cult is it to identify these minute fungous
growths, with which we have so little
acquaintance. Descriptions are desirable,
and the man that can make the best
should receive due credit; but are there
not other valuable aids that can be made
use of?

In this connection 1 desire to make a
suggestion. This society brings together |

at its annual meetings a display of blooms
for examination and comparison. Let it
also institute a display of diseased speci-
mens. Each member could bring such
material as may be convenient, both to
show to others who may not know the
diseases, and also in many instances to
satisfy himself that his own diagnosis has
been correct. It would be well, in order
to make sure that all the diseases are well
represented, for the secretary or some
duly appointed person to ascertain in ad-
vance who is willing to contribute at
each forthcoming meeting fresh authentic
material of each disease for comparison.
I am aware that no grower wishes to ad-
mit that his plants ever show any form
of disease whatever, and so I suggest that
all diseased specimens be obtained from
kindly disposed neighbers, who do not
make a specialty of carnations, and do
not feel their reputations to be in danger.
As this society usually has a botanist at
its meetings, he could be invited to come
armed with a microscope and be in readi-
ness to determine doubtful cases.

This suggestion is an adaptation of the
method long in practice in England for
becoming acquainted with edible and
other mushrooms. Each season a meet-
ing is held at which the members spend
part of the time in scouring the wood-
lands and meadows for mushrooms and
the rest of the time in comparing the
material collected and in personal exami-
nation of specimens named by competent
botanists who are present. Thus each
member secures an accurate working
knowledge of mushrooms. If a method
of display could be adopted by this society
and heartily carried out, I predict that
the advance in general practical knowl-
edge of fungous diseases, and of their
treatment which could not help but fol-
low, would be as astonishing as it would
be gratifying.

In the discussion which followed Sec'y
Pennock asked Prof. Arthur if he could
not suggest a substitute for the word
anthracnose, objection to which was
noted in the essay. Prof .Vrthur replied
that while the name anthracnose as ap-
plied to diseases of other plants conveyed
a description quite foreign to' that of the
carnation rust still he had been unable to
think of a satisfactory substitute.

Mr. Ward exhibited a small pocket
microscope, costing $1.50 to $2.50, and
said it would be found a valuable aid by
carnation growers indiscoveringevideuce
of disease on plants. He felt that great
injury had been done through the unwill-
ingness of growers to admit that they
had the rust on their places. This, in his
opinion, had caused great injury to the
carnation industry, as the rust had there-
by been widely disseminated when its dis-
tribution could have been avoided had
growers recognized the evil at once, and
instead of hiding it taken steps to at once
eradicate it root and branch. Last year
he had no rust but was unable to claim
that for his stock now. It came to him
on stock which he had taken to grow for
another party. He felt that a number of
growers had denied havingrust when they
did have it, simply because they did not
recognize the pest when it appeared, and
that education of all growers to be able to
readilv recognize it was extremely desira-
ble.

Mr. Lonsdale had been wrestling with
the rust problem for several years and
found that plants kept under glass all
summer and continually treated with the
various fungicides were now practically
free from the rust. He had always failed
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last year. Not that it rusted, but he did
not seem to be able to keep it healthy
otherwise. He kept the plants under glass
all summer and had met with his first
success in growing this variety.

Mr. Ward again spoke, and said he be-
lieved the rust was very apt to follow any
check given the plant, the most severe
check as a general thing being when the
plant was lifted from the field and the
avoidance of this check may have contri-
buted to Mr. Lonsdale's success. Hesaid
the disfase usually is first visible in the
shape of a small pimple at the base of the
leaf, and that owing to its being in a
measure hidden from observation in this
position the disease was very apt to have
made considerable progress through a
house of plants before the grower noticed
anvthing wrong.

Mr. Michel asked Prof. A.rthur whether
the best plan would not be to apply
liquid fungicides in moderate strengths as
a preventive rather than wait till the
disease had developed and then attempt
to cure.

Prof. Arthur replied that you cannot
kill the disease after the plants are once
infected. The fungus grows inside of the
plant and the only external evidence of its
presence is the spores breaking through
the skin of the leaf after the fungus has
reached the fruiting stage. But through
the application of fungicides the spores
may be killed andthe5/>rifa(/of thedisease
thus stopped. He had seen plants that
were literally blue from applications of
the Bordeaux mixture but in which the
rust still grew. Still it could not spread
any further as the spores were killed when
they came to the surface and thus further
dissemination of the pest was prevented.
He would recommend that the Bordeaux
mixture, in about half strength, be syr-
inged over the plants once in every one or
two weeks. Once a month would be too
infrequent to be thoroughly efficacious.
The "Fairy ring" disease has been very
destructive to carnations in England,
often cleaning a house out entirely in spite
of all efforts to check it. It may not be
BO destructive here in this climate, but as
it has been imported into this country it
would be well to keep a sharp look out
for it and to prevent itsspread if possible,
for it might prove to be as destructive as
mst.

Mr. Ward believed that prevention was
the plan to adopt. He keeps the atmos-
phere of his houses continually charged
with fungicides. He found fostite very
nseful for this purpose. It is a very fine
powder and the atmosphere can be so
filled with it that every part of the plant
is sore to be reached as well as under the
braches, in crevices, etc. where spores may
have lodged. One objection to fungicides
a* a preventive was that they injure the
flowers, rendering them dirty and fre-
Qumtly unsalable.

Prof. Arthur called upon Mr. Doroer to
describe his method of prevention which
be said had resulted in making Mr. Dor-
orr't houses nn exceedingly unprofitnbie
field in which to hunt for s|>ccinicnR of
discnsr*. .Mr. Itorner replied that he dis-
solved one pound of sulphate of copfxrrin
two quarts of ammonia, in n2-gnllon jar.
When dissolved he adds another quart of
ammonia and stirs it up well, lie finds
this mnkcs the solution clear and avoids
the curdy conrlition that rcsuIlK unless
the Inter ndflilion of nmmoniii is made.
The liquirl can lie keiit in this form for
sometime. A pint of tliissolutionisndded
to a barrel of water and with this the
plants are syringed with a force pump
every two weeks.
Prof. Arthur added that while many

things regarding fungicides remained to
be determined by further investigation it
has been thoroughly proved that the cop-
per compounds were poison to the fungi.
It kills the spores at the moment they be-
gin to germinate. He believed that the
spot and bacterial diseases were not a
serious menace unless allowed to spread
freely, but that the rust and the fairy
ring disease would be apt to exterminate
the carnation if not kept under sharp con-
trol.

On motion of Sec'y Pennock a commit-
tee of three, consisting of Messrs. Ward,
Lonsdale and Shelmire, was appointed to
formulate a plan to bring together at the
next annual meeting a collections of speci-
mens of the various carnation diseases in
accordance with the suggestion in Prof.
Arthur's essay.

Discussion of the President's address
was then taken up, the main discussion
beinguponthe advisability of attempting
an exhibition as outlined in the address.
Mr. Dorner was heartily in favor of such
an exhibition and thought the display
should be a competitive one. Mr. Shel-
mire was decidedly in favor of the exhibi-
tion and felt that it would greatly benefit
the trade, particularly in thecity in which
it was held. Mr. Dorner advocated se-
curing an airy hall with abundant venti-
lation. He believed that a small hall
crowded with people put flowers to sleep
very quickly. Mr. Hill being called on
enlarged upon the great benefit to the
trade of all exhibitions and of the pro-
posed one to carnation growers. He
ofiered all the assistance in his power,
financial and otherwise, to make it a suc-
cess. Mr. Gillett cited the education of
the people from exhibitions and noted the
fact that retail buyers now called for car-
nations by name. Mr. J. G. Hancock was
warmly in favor of the exhibition. Mr.
Hill suggested that an arrangement might
be made with the local club where con-
vention was held to give such an exhibi-
tion jointly with the Carnation Society.
Mr. Grant stated that the several Chicago
florists present had each mentioned the
exhibition as the attraction that took
them to the convention, and that others
who had been unable to come had said
they disliked to miss the opportunity to
see the display of new varieties. He j udgcd
from this that the exhibition feature was
one that it would be well for the society
to elaborate. He believed that an excel-
lent feature of the exhibitions would be a
display of arrangements of carnations,
showing the many profitable uses to
which carnations could bcputin the work
of the retail florist.

Mr. Hill thought that pot plantsof car-
nations should be made a feature, and
mentioned the grand display he had seen
at an English show.

Mr. C. H. Allen said he had seen pot
plants of \Vm. Scott, grown by Mr. Ward,
with 10 to 12 blooms, that would make
a great attraction at an exhibition
In the English garden varieties the one
called Winter Cheer would be cscccdinglv
useful for nn exhibition held in winter.
He had found it a splendid pot plant. The
color is much like that of Garfield. The
plant grows right through the winter,
nnti blooms through the summer too.

On motion of Mr. Michel a cominilteeof
thier, consiHting of .MeSHrs. Allen, Dorner
and Witterstaetler, was appointed to
prepare a plan of giving an cxiiiliilion as
suggested liy the President and to report
the following day.

The committee on awards being called
upon for a report announced that they
bad awarded the Chester County Carna-

tion Society's gold medal for best seedling
to Mr. Fred Dorner's "The Stuart," and
asked further time to reoort other a wards.

The Exhibition.

This was a grand feature, Mr. Fred
Dorner's display being alone an exhibition
it itself. He had a 40-foot table completely
filled with vases of magnificant blooms.
Prominent among these were beautiful
vases of Wra. Scott, Uncle John, Mrs. E.
Reynolds, E. A. Wood, Goldfinch, Mme.
Diaz Albertini, TheStuart, Richmond and
Daybreak. In addition there was a host
of seedlings. Among the most striking
of th^se were No. 42, a verj' large white
striped carmine; No. 77, a salmon yellow
striped and flaked with carmine; No. 78
much like above with a slight difference
in markings; No. 69, much resembling
Wm. Scott; No. 71, an excellent white;
No. 12, much like Albertini; No. 79, pink
suffused with light salmon at base of
petals; No. 23, fringed deep pink; No. 16,
a shade darker than Albertini; No. 44,
light yellow with faint crimson pencil-
lings; No. 34, color similar to .\lbertini
but different in form; No. 20, white; un-
numbered, heavj' carmine pencillings on
light ground, a very taking flower of un-
usual size; No. 14, a shade lighter than
Reynolds; No. 50, a shade deeper than
.Albertini; No. 46, a shade lighter than
Reynolds, good form and size; No. 41, an
excellent crimson; No. 32, much like Al-
bertini, petals curled more; No. 53, a
shade lighter than Reynolds; No. 84, a
violet shade, a new break; No. OS, a huge
white; No. 75, a fine largepink; and 15 or
20 others, none of them without merit.
It was ti-uly an educational displav.

Other exhibitors are listed in the follow-
ing report of committee on awards.

THE GOLD MEDAL.

We award the Gold Medal of the Ches-
ter County Carnation Society to The
Stuart, exhibited by Fred Dorner & Son,
Lafayette, Indiana.

CERTIFICATES,

We award certificates of merit as fol-
lows:— To Uncle John, exhibited by Fred
Dorner &Son. To Helen Keller, exhibited
by Edwin Lonsdale, of Chestnut Hill,
Philadelphia. To Jubilee, exhibited bvE.
G. Hill & Co., Richmond, Indiana. To
Fred Dorner S: Son for display of new
seedling carnations. To Bertcrmann Bros.
Indianaoolis, Ind., for Edna Craig. To
VV. W. Coles, of Kokomo. Ind., for vase
of Kaiserin .\ugusta Victoria rose.

Fred Dornrr iS: Son have the finest dis-
play ever exliibitcd In- any one grower;
special mention should lie made of Rich-
mond. William Scott, E. A. Wood, Gold-
finch, Mnic. nia/. All)ertini. T'ndc John,
TheStuart. They also exhibited a num-
ber of new seedlings never before shown.
.\niong these were variegated seedling
No. 42, measuring 3'^ inches; No. 7.'>
measuring I'i inches, excellent carmine
|)inU; .\o. I(> deep rosy pink measuring 3
inilus; No. H crimson, of good size; No.
OS, .'ti... itulus, white, remarkably double
anil liiiely fringed.

K. Witterstaetter, Cincinnati, Ohio, very
cre<lital)le display of .-ibout twelve varie-
ties, iniludiiif a vase of excellent Butter-
cup and Daybreak, worthy of mention
for color .mil size. Seedling No. 50 a very
promiKing scarlet.

I'eterlleri>, Mt. Ile.nlthy, Ohio, Adelaide
Kreskcn; it is a very I.irgc .niil lliie flower.

Ivil ward Swnvne. Keniutl Square, I Vnu.
vase of 0|)lKli;i •■iiid .Sweetlirier.

Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Penn,,
vase of Helen Keller, the finest variegated
carnation now on the market.

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WeishaarBros., Beech Grove, Ind., three
novelties — Gertrude, Bessie and Hilda.

Heim Bros., Blue Island, 111., several
vases of standard varieties.

Henry Michel, Marion, Ind., displayed
his nevs' white seedling with remarkable
fragrance, also several other varieties of
seedlings.

Bertermann Bros., Indianapolis, Ind.,
general display, a remarkably fine vase of
Fred Domer and Edna Craig.

George Hancock & Son, Grand Haven,
Mich., displayed a number of standard
varieties.

W. R. Shelmire, Avondale, Penn., dis-
^ played a number of Ctesar's seedlings.

Adolph Pahud, Indianapolis, Ind., dis-
played a vase of standard sorts and a
new scarlet, W. W. Coles.

J. M. Gassei, Cleveland, Ohio, a display
of standard varieties.

E, G. Hill, Richmond, Ind., a vase of
The Stuart, Mme. Diaz Albertini and Day-
break which were verj' fine.

John Hartje, Indianapolis, Ind., a prom-
ising white seedling.

ROSES, ETC.

E. G. Hill & Co., Richmond, Ind., Sena-
tor McNaughton (white). The flowers
exhibited were not white and this variety
cannot be classed as a white rose.

J. A. Peterson, Cincinnati, Ohio, dis-
played a vase of magnificent American
Beauties.

Thomas Jackson, Cincinnati, Ohio, very
fair display of Marie Louise violets.

A fine vase of Marechal Niel was dis-
played without an_v name attached.

W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind., displaj'ed
some magnificent Mme. Caroline Testout.

J. S. Stuart of Anderson, Ind., several
vases of fine roses.

J. M. Gasser, Cleveland, Ohio, exhibited
some excellent Bridesmaid, Hoste, Bride,
Mermet, Watteville, Cusin and migno-
nette.

Pittsburg Clay Mfg. Co. displayed pots
and cut flower vases.

B. Schroeter, Detroit, Mich., showed his
wire plant support.

The Cottage Gardens, Queens, N.Y., ex-
hibited a case of yoimg plants.

Bertermann Bros., Indianapolis, Ind.,
fine specimen cinerarias and azaleas.

The general display was greatly en-
hanced by the Indianapolis Florists Club's
exhibit of palms, &c.

At Wednesday morning's session Secre-
tarj' Pennock read his report, which
showed a present membership of 144.
Treasurer Allen's report showed receipts
during the 3'ear of $382.68, a balance on
hand of $132.49, and total assets of
$361.99.

Mr. Herr reported briefly forthenomen-
clature committee, and the committee
was continued for another year. Mr.
Ward reported for the committee ap-
pointed to carrj- out Prof. Arthur's sug-
gestion about an exhibition of carnation
diseases, and the committee was in-
structed to go ahead on the plan ad-
vanced. Boston was selected as the place
for holding the next annual meeting.

The election of officers resulted as fol-
lows: President, Eugene Dailledouze,
Flatbush, N. Y.; Vice-President, E. G. Gil-
lett, Cincinnati; secretary', C. J. Pennock,
Kennett Square, Pa.; Treasurer C. H.
Allen, Floral Park, N. Y. Two proposed
changes in the constitution were adopted,
one inserting the word Canada so as to
read "We, citizens of the United States
and Canada," and one changing the time

of meeting from the third Tuesdaj' to the
third Thursday of Februarj'. Considera-
ble discussion developed over the adop-
tion of a scale of points for judging car-
nation flowers, and the matter was
finally relerred to a committee to report
at a later session. Mr. Fred Domers
paper on "New carnations and their in-
troduction into commerce" was then
presented as follows:

New Carnations and Their Introduction
Into Commerce.

BY F. DORXER.

New carnations and-their introduciion
into commerce is a theme which occupies
the minds of a great many florists of the
present time. The progress and the im-
provements made in the divine flower
have created a stir over the whole coun-
try, and much has been said and written
about it. New thoughts and ideas chase
the old modes and habits of their culture,
as the new varieties are chasing the older
ones from greenhouse and market. A
great deal can be learned yet, and much
can be said about such an interesting
theme, but I will confine myself to a few
views of this all absorbing phase in the
cultui e of the carnation.

When one's occupation leads him daily
through the same channels, — an occupa-
tion having its diversities in the change
of the seasons of the year, an active and
observing mind will notice a great many
things which went by unobserved before.
Thoughts flash through one's mind which
under close dissection prove mere lUus ions.
But sometimes there is a grain of truth
worth the while to analyze and to bring
into practical use. Now we are only too
often led by our self love and importance
to make pets of our creations, and we all
know pets are very often horrible things
in other people's eyes. We see all their
good points, overlook their faults, and
when, as with our new varieties of car-
nations, we cast them on the broad field
of commerce, the majority make a sore
struggle for life and go under never to be
seen again. It is then our pets are shown
to us with all their faults exposed. Faults
which loving eyes, or perhaps greedy
ones, were unable to see before. Now do
you not agree with me that such conduct
is wrong, and is often ridiculed to a large
degree? Disappointment and reproof will
be our reward, and a momentary gain
will be charged to the debit of our reputa-
tion.

The grower of new carnations only too
often falls into the error of idealizing his
new varieties, especially when he grows
only a small number of plants. All the
best care is bestowed upon them; they
never suffer anything to advance them in
their growth. They are kept clean of de-
cayed leaves, tied up nicely, so that they
are always shown at their best. Well, in
short, they are made pets. We should
give our new varieties the same culture
that all carnations require, and give them
a thorough test for their adaptability as
a market variety. Carnations are unlike
chrysanthemums, where some varieties
are grown for show purposes only. We
want in a new carnation, a variety we
can grow for a profit, pet flowers and pet
plants should cut no figure in selecting a
variety for dissemination.

I am still of the same opinion, that I
expressed in my paper read before the S.
A. F. at Toronto. Namely: — That carna-
tions are more or less short lived, caused
by their productiveness without sufficient
intermission of rest. This is one reason
why we find a ready market for good
new varieties. However, our chief aim
should be their improvement. In grow-

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ing a large number of seedlings every
year, I make it a rule not to form a de
cisive opinion on any seed plant. I merely
make my selections of those I wish to put
on trial the next year, and grow a suffi-
cient number of plants for that purpose.
These I give the same treatment, the
same care, and the same exposure that I
give all my other plants. If there is anj-
good in a variety, any meritorious im-
provement, it has to show itself under tte
general culture, and should not be
forced. True, we should know what
special treatment to give any one variety
but this cannot be learned in one or two
seasons. If there is any possibility of im-
proving their merits by a better under-
standing of their habits it will be much
in their favor.

In this second year's growing, "the year
of trial," an observant grower will notice
many interesting features. Many varie-
ties are going back already, showing un-
mistakable symptoms of decreasing vital-
ity. In one plant we would not be sure
wHether or not a deficiency was caused
by natural agents, but if we grow from
12 to 25 and 50 plants of a variety and
all show the same symptoms, then there
can be no mistake about it; and these are
to be left alone, however promising the
seedling plant may have been. This
degeneration will be noticed in various
ways: — In a less healthy growth, split
flowers, where there was not one to be
seen on the seed plant, weak stems,
smaller flowers and less free blooming.
The symptoms of degeneration are the
same as in old standard varieties.

Other varieties will hold their own.
But those showing a marked improve-
ment in the requirements of a good car-
nation are the ones wherefrom to select
the varieties for future use; and of these
there will only be a small number from
the big lot started from seed. An im-
provement over the seed plant I consider
one of the most important points. It
shows a vitality which is not fully devel-
oped, and may yet be improved in the
hands of a careful cultivator. The other
most essential points are: — strong healthy
growth, strong stem, good form and
clear distinct color of the flower, and free-
dom ol blooming from early to late, for if
a variety shall prove remunerative we
must also consider quantity as well as
quality.

II these qualities can be found on the
trial bench, one may safely make selec-
tions for introduction into commerce. I
willdweilonthis point fartheron and will
take a view of what we consider a good
flower. Some would say ideal flowers,
but this has too much relation tojK'ts, as
the different person's ideals dilTcr very
materially. In regard to form we will
soon have to take a broader view than
wc have been taking. Some growers
have expressed their idea, and describe
Tcry minutely how a good flower should
be formed. In one [>oint wc all agree
that is, that the calyx shall not l>e burst-
ing. How the petals are formed and ar-
ranged is a matter of taste as much so as
tbc color of the flower. I think we will
soon term our carnations as wedo chrys-
anthemums. We will have our incurves
and reflexes, as well as flowers with
straJKhl [»etnl«; flowers symmetrically
built like n Chinese or curlrti and twiHtcd
like n JapnncM-. To make n comparison
with the rose we will have riur American
Beauties and licllrs, but this all will l>c
governed by the tostc of the consumer
and with what remuneration n variety can
begrown. I should like to make a few re-
marks for illustration. I hesitated to
•CDd out our variety Wm. Scott, on ac-

count of its irregular and oiten twisted
flower, and only for its free blooming
and vigorous growth did I put it on the
list. From its first appearance it found
favor everywhere and is now considered
one of the best. Mrs. Reynolds found
less favor on account of its tendency to
incurve its large broad petals. It is said,
this is too suggestive of going to sleep, al-
though I have kept flowers in this
incurved state for over a week. As to
color Dame Fashion is absolute ruler. Any
color if decided and brilliant is good. It
will find its admirers and will be sure to
have its day when finding favor in the
eyes of Dame Fashion. Undecided shades,
striped and mottled flowers are not so
much recognized, but still have their ad-
mirers. The value of the improvements
made in the last -t or 5 years cannot be
overestimated. The way our work is ap-
preciated is shown by the ready sales of
good flowers at good prices. This en-
couragement should stimulate us to make
further efforts in their improvement.

The introduction of new varieties is a
topic of much discussion. A great deal
of dissatisfaction is experienced by seller
and buyer. Various ways have been sug-
gested to test the merits of a variety be-
lore it is thrown on the public, to save
the purchaser from buying worthless
stuff. A suggestion was once offered,
"To appoint Experimental Stations,
noted growers in different parts of the
country to try their adaption to locality
as well as to test their merits of the
originator's aescription." But what will
all these measures avail in a large coun-
try like ours? Can we restrict the usages
and liberties of trade as long as there is
no physical or moral harm done by the
article in question? Can the American
Carnation Society compell a grower to
observe their rules? No, not even can the
Society compel its own members; for if
the membership becomes a fetter to his
ideas he will simply leave it. Our society
is not a society for amusement, it treats
of our occupation, and any wrong sup-
posed or real on one side with dollars on
the other will soon decide which way to
go.

The only available measure of any im-
portance, to separate the chaff from the
grain, of the many seedlings now grown
everywhere, has already been taken by
the society at our last meeting at Pitts-
burg, with the resolution adopted: — Not
to recognize any seedling, for any award
of any kind, unless it is in the third year's
blooming. This measure will at least
force the grower of new varieties to give
them a more thorough trial if he values
any of the American Carnation Society's
awards. The American Carnation So-
ciety has accomplished a great deal in the
short time of its existence, and should
command the respect of every florist. Any
award given by this body should be
prized as the highest honor that can be
bestowed on a new variety. If the society
would arrange for a Carnation Isxhibi-
tion at a suitible lime in the year much
more good could be accomplished. As a
Society we can only compliment the good
and denounce the worthless.

This leads to the conclusion that every
grower must be his own judge. And in
fact no grower can depend on a new
variety unless he has made n trial for
himself, for we must deal with ii factor
that cannot be over looked. "The adapt-
ability of a variety to the locality, and
would like to say, to the mode of culture
he practices." How often we hear that
certain varieties grown in the Hast will
not do well in the West and vice versa.
Still more; it is often reported that in a

radius of 50 miles, one variety does better
in one locality than another. How often
you read reports in the American Florist
or the Florist's Exchange, that one
grower has one variety to perfection
while another variety looks poor, and
with his next neighbor he finds the
reverse. What would Experimental Sta-
tions amount to in the face of such facts.
I repeat it again every grower must ex-
periment for himself and grow that which
will do best with him. He is not expected
to try every new variety he sees adver-
tised, but to select what may suit his
wants or may prove a betterment over
what he is growing, and give them atest
on his place. It is unjust for one to con-
demn a variety he cannot grow with
profit, while another can. The grower of
a new variety if honest in his convictions
can not be blamed when it turns out a
failure at other places. Sometimes the
introducer of a new variety is accused of
propagating the life out of a variety in
quest of filling all his orders from a small
number of plants. Such an accusation
may sometimes be true, but on the other
hand the buyer sometimes follows this
same example and keeps on propagating
from the young weakened plants, and
makes two and three out of one. The
question of this kind of practice can be
answered with the adage "as we sow we
reap."

Like all new articles our new carnations
have to run the gauntlet of taste and
criticism of the grower and consumer. If
tasteful to the consumer and remunera-
tive to the grower it is a go. Many new
varieties have been introduced into com-
merce in late years, a great many will
follow in the future. Old varieties will
be laid aside like a wornout, threadbare
garment and replaced with a new one.
Other new varieties will find their way
into commerce on account of their superi-
ority over existing varieties. The same
law that rules commerce will answer
here, the good will survive, the worth-
less will go under. Business tricks may
help for a time, but honesty will prevail.

The essay was received with api)lausc
and a vote of thanks to the essayist was
itnaniinously passed. In the discussion
that followed Mr. Lonsdale asked Mr.
Dorncr about the cause of the bursting of
the calyx, lie had grown .scc<lliiigs that
seemed remarkably proiiiisiiig the first
year, but wliich the second year or third
year would dcvclo]) such a Iciulcticv to
burst that tlicy were wtirtlilcss. Mr.
Donicr replied that he had had the same
c.xiicriciRC with ruiineroiis seedlings. He
believed the fault was an early indication
that the v.iriety would runout. Mr. Mill
indorsed wli.it Mr. Donicr had said and
cited similar cases from his own experi-
ence. .\lr. Willcrstactler li.id noted that
even when the first flowers on seedlings
came iicifcct the second crop of flowers
on sonic plants were a])t to burst. Mr.
Donier siiid the greatest tcndcncv to split
was to be seen in varieties having short
round calyces, and that flowers having
loiigslcnder calyces were most iironiisiiig.
Ill liic latter the petals elongate the claw
ami grow out over the t<i)) of the calyx
without liiiisting. Kelirriiig to the length
of life of varieties Mr. Lonsdale said that
lliittercup, which had been in coniiiieive
twenty years, had done better with liiiii
this year than ever before. Mr. Dorncr
replied that of course there were excep-
tions to all rules. Kegarding llinze's
White Mr. Dorncr thouglit that the rest
this variety lakes between croiis had been
of great assistance in Iciigllieiiing its life,

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as against others which were exhausted
by continued growth and bloom. Mr.
Allen added that there was no money in
varieties that did not bloom continuously
and that croppers should be dropped. The
morning session then adjourned.

At the Wednesdaj' afternoon session the
first business was the report of the com-
mittee on exhibition, who recommended
that the officers of the society act in con-
junction with the Mass. Hort. Society in
an-anging for an exhibition during the
Boston meeting, the American Carnation
Society to guarantee premiums to the
amount of $500 on carnations, and to
appoint two of three judges, the remain-
ing one to be selected by the Mass. Society.
Also that premiums be offered for pot
plants and that exhibitors who were not
members of the American Carnation So-
ciety be charged an entrance fee of $2. To
insure the guarantee some twenty or
more gentlemen subscribed $25 each and
a committee was appointed to solicit
further subscriptions.

The committee on adoption of a scale
of points for judging flowers reported the
following, which was adopted:

Form 20 points

Fragranee 10

Size 20

Color 20

Calyx 10

Stem 20

100

The committee recommends that no
medal, certificates or other prize be
awarded unless the varietj' has been
bloomed for at least three seasons. Also
that judges consider the points from the
commercial standpoint rather than their
exhibition value.

A committee was appointed to design
and have printed a form for the society's
certificate of merit.

Mr. Eugene Dailledouze then read his
paper on "Carnations for cut flowers,"
given in full below.

Carnations for Cut Flowers.

BV EUGKNE l>.\ILLEDOUZK.

Mr. President, Ladies and Gentle-
men:—Before reading the few notes I have
prepared on the suf^ect "Carnations for
cut flowers," I will make a few remarks
on the early varieties, or the real begin-
ning of the culture of the divine flower in
this country, to any extent.

The first white was, so far as I can
learn, Mount Blanc. It was imported
into this country in the fifties. The flower
was very large and shapely; possibly as
good as has been seen up to this date;
but the plant was a very tall grower and
shy bloomer. Prior to this time there
were onlv a few varieties in cultivation,
among them a bright red, a variegated
and two or three others. They had all
the same failing, being shy bloomers and
very tall growers. Unfortunately, I have
not been enabled to learn the name of
the varieties.

In 1858 came another importation, this
time in the right direction. It was the
famous La Purite from Lyons, France,
and its arrival is still fresh in the memory
of a few old florists. In the same lot was
De Fountaine, probably the first of the
yellow class.

In the spring of 1862 some seed was
imported from the amateur and specialist
who raised the two last named varieties.
From the seed quite a lot of plants were
raised and bloomed in the fall of the same
year. Among these were President De

Graw, which was not considered of much
value, but was, however, kept for another
trial, as it showed a tendency to bloom
freely. Flatbush, another variety, was
considered the pick of the lot; and I am
told it was the finest white carnation
ever seen up to the present day; but its
life was of short duration, as it split badly
and would not root. General Grant,
another white, was thought much of, but
it, also, failed to stand the test long. In
1864 President De Graw outshone all the
others and was the standard white vari-
ety for many years.

In the spring of 1864 (March) plants
of President De Graw and Flatbush were
offered for sale; the first fifty were sold to
Peter Henderson, in five inch pots, at
$3 each. This was considered quite a
start. In 1865 a catalogue was issued
by Dailledouze, Zeller & Gard, containing
125 varieties. This firm introduced La
Purite and De Fountaine in this country,
and also raised and disseminated Presi-
dent De Graw, Flatbush and many other
varieties, several of which would be ap-
preciated to-day.

CARNATIONS FOR CUT FLOWERS.

The first point we have to consider is
to start with good, strong, healthy cut-
tings; root them where you will — in a
north, south, east or west house — so long
as you accomplish the task. I prefer a
north house, because, when they are once
inserted in the sand and thoroughly wat-
ered they require little attention, except
a light sprinkling and air when the
weather will permit. Air should be given
on all possible occasions, as it keeps the
house sweet and dries up the condensed
moisture, which is bound to form in a
north house.

I find it makes no difference whether or
not 1 use a knife in cutting. As to the
proper time to make cuttings, I should
say it depends altogether on your stock;
that is, when it is in the best condition —
any time from November until May for
winter blooming. After the cuttings are
rooted I prefer planting them In shallow
boxes, two and a half inches deep, with
plenty of drainage. Keep close for a few
days, then gradually harden them off.
The cooler you can keep them, without
freezing, the better; plenty of light and
air is very essential.

In our locality we generally plant about
the middle of April, providing the ground
is in condition and the weather will per-
mit. I believe the earlier this work is
done the better. We always plant in
freshly ploughed ground, and we never
allow it to be turned over a night before
planting. We keep as close to the plough
as possible, and find it quite an advan-
tage. Plants take hold in fresh ground
very quickly. By keeping the weeds
down, cultivating and topping, plants
should be in good condition to house
about the middle of September.

In the houses we plant altogether on
benches, four inches deep, and we find
this method suits us best. We gave up
solid beds somefouryearsago. Wedonot
like to lift plants too far forward in bud,
as it checks them severely and is sure to
tell for a long time afterward.

We find the crimson varieties hardest
to move. Great attention should be paid
these; they should be topped back about
two weeks before lifting, as it helps them
materially. A little shading will also
help them. We have had no trouble with
the other varieties we grow. Keep them
close and well sprinkled for a few days,
then air gradually.

FIRING.

This should be done early, or as soon

as the nights become damp and chilly,
even though you have to keep on a little
air to reduce the temperature. It is at
this period that most of the diseases are
contracted.

WATERING.

This important part will depend on the
composition of your soil. We ourselves
have a very heavy loam, with consider-
able clay, and find that we can water
only when the beds are quite dry. We
then give them a thorough soaking,
which will last one and sometimes two
weeks, according to the weather (this is
for the winter months). Syringing we
do not find necessary during December
and January, except in houses facing the
south, as they require more airing. They
will be benefitted by syringing on all very
fine days, being sure the plants will dry
before night. In houses with lull southern
exposure the culture of carnations differs
much from that in dull, dark houses,
partly shaded from morning or after-
noon sun.

I prefer 50° for a night temperature as
a minimum, raising it a little higher on
warm nights and reducing it sligbtly on
cold nights. For the daytime I start to
air it at 55°, weather permitting, and
allow the temperature to rise to about
75° by noon. This must be understood
to be sun heat, not fire heat.

VARIETIES.

Last, but not least, come varieties. In
white, with us, uj) to last winter, nothing
could compare for profit with Silver
Spray. Now, however, we have to look
farther, and we have substituted Lizzie
McGowan. which is recognized as the
standard white of to-day. I believe
there is room for improvement on this
good variety; the flowers are not always
of as good a form as I should like, at
least in our locality. We have had very
good success with Puritan, and must say
that if it would bloom a little more freely
we would prefer it to Lizzie McGowan,
as the flowers are much better shaped.
Mrs. Fisher will not do well in our local-
ity, although we hear flattering accounts
of it in other sections.

Pink.— This class has a very broad
scojie. I believe that Grace Wilder, which
has stoodtbe test against all later comers
for many years, will have to succumb;
but which of the varieties will be the
standard pink is yet hard to tell. Of the
thoroughly tested varieties Daybreak is
the universal favorite, as it properly
should be, though I do not consider this
in direct competition with pinks of the
Wilder color. We have had many intro-
ductions the past year or two, and quite
a few look well. We should be able to
select one or more varieties to fill the bill.

Red. — I have not been able to produce,
as yet, a variety to satisfy me in this
color. Portia stands first with me as a
tested variety to date.

Carmine. — In this color I find Tidal
Wave still in the lead, though it does not
succeed in all localities. For rae it has
more good points than any other carna-
tion on the market.

Crimson. — I find Ferdinand Mangold
about the best, with some bad faults.
Crimson Coronet has a good color, and
is the best keeper in its class, though the
flower is rather small.

Variegated.— J. J. Harrison, as a tested
variety, easily leads. With me its great-
est fault is an inclination to burst, but
we are promised something better in this
class in the near future.

Yellow,— This class, though beautiful,
has not been satisfactory to most grow-

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ers. Buttercup is fine, but does not pay.
Golden Gate is not good enough, and the
other yellows we have tried are not satis-
factory, with the exception of Bouton
d'Or, which has many good points, and,
I believe, will be grown for profit. Much
more could be said, but 1 fear I have
over-taxed your patience. I thank you
for your kind attention.

In the discussion which followed Mr.
Coles asked as to the value of the plan ol
keeping plants under glass all summer
instead of planting in field. Mr. Daillc-
douze replied that he had had no experi-
ence except with Buttercup. Mr. .\llen
had tried the plan but didn't want any
further experience. He found that when
grown under glass during the summer the
plants did not bloom as early and did not
have the strength and vigor of plants
that had been bedded out. Mr. Domer
had also tried the plan and agreed with
Mr. .\llcn. Mr. Witterstaetter told of the
experience of Mr. Peter Herb which had
been more satisfactorj', but Mr. Herb had
removed the glass from his houses during
the most of the summer months. Plants
kept on the benches grew larger but did
not produce as freely as those which had
been bedded. Still the quality of the flow-
ers was superior and the stem was longer
and stronger.

Mr. Witterstatter then read his essay
as below.

Desirable Varieties of Carnations and
How They May be Improved.

BV IL WITTEKST.^ETTEIC.

In preparing this paper on "Desirable
varieties of carnations and how they
may be improved" I shall only class as
desirable those varieties that are early,
prolific and constant bloomers. A desir-
able variety should possess most of the
following points of merit: A constitu-
tion that is not so easily affected by the
disease termed carnation rust. It should
be an early constant bloomer, with long
stiff stem and non-splitting calyx. The
flowers should be ol good size, form and
substance. They should open well in the
short days of winter, and the petals
should not come crimped. The flower,
when brought to pcrlection, should be
full and high in the center, so as to show
as little ol pollen as possible. In my
judgment any carnation showing the
pollen in quantity is as objectionable as
the chrysanthemum with an open center.
This is not so noticeable in the yellow
and white varieties as in the darker ones,
but I consider it an imperfection ncver-
tbelest.

I have heard it remarked time and
again that we have plenty of good white
varieties. \Vc have quite a number that
are f;ood in their way, but none of them
give entire satisfaction. Silver Spray I
have found most siitisfactory, but this
variety is liable to disease and undesir-
able on this account. Lamborn is a vcrj-
good white, but fails to oixrn well in the
winter months. \Vm. Swaync is only
desirable when short stem flowers are
wanted. Lizzie Mcfiownn docs well until
winter, when it comes imperfect, petals
reflex and cnlyx bursts. Ilinzc's white
and Puritan have nlwiiyn proved too late
tobc[;rofitiiblc. Mrs. I-'islicrisnotgood as
a winter bloomer, coming pink and weak
Stemmed, but as a summer bloomer I
consider it the ticst white. I-'rom what I
have seen of the new white carnation,
Uoclcjohn, I nm inclined to believe it n
deairnbic variety and worthy of « trial.

In light pinks we arc more fortunate. I

consider Daybreak by far the best and
give it first place. Although not as free
a bloomer as it might be it has always
given satisfactory returns in comparison
with other varieties. Edna Craig is of
good form and color when grown to per-
fection. This variety grew strong and
healthy in the field, and for a time after
being housed it did very well, producing
flowers of good color. When the winter
set in, however, the blooms came ofi'
colored. Edna Craig is undoubtedly de-
sirable under favorable conditions, and
most likely requires entirely different
treatment. Wm, Scott is much better in
this respect and will be grown in place of
Wilder when it becomes better known.
The only objection to it is the superfluous
wood all along the stem. Especially is
this the case where staking has been
neglected. Of the deeper colored pink
Tidal Wave takes the lead. I doubt if
there is another variety that gives the
average grower as much satisfaction as
this one. It never fails to open, is always
in bloom and has a constitution second
to none. Its only fault is its short stem
in the early fall. Another variety of this
color is the new Adelaide Kresken. This
is far superior to Tidal Wave, having
very much larger flowers of a more pleas-
ing shade, and stems much longer.

In scarlets the only desirable variety is
Portia. We are waiting patiently for a
larger flower possessing the same good
qualities. In crimson none are very sat-
isfactory to the grower who consigns his
flowers, as all lose their brightness after
being cut. Those who have a home trade
think Anna Webb and Orient, in the order
named, most desirable. Mrs. F. Man-
gold is not the bloomer that Anna Webb
or Orient is, but has a much larger and
better flower when coming, but it never
fails to burst its calyx, however, in the
winter months when the blooms are most
valuable. With the variegated sorts I
have had little experience, as the Cincin-
nati trade does not demand this class. I
have tried Chester Pride, J. J. Harrison
and Paxton, but found them shy bloom-
ers in the fall and winter months. Our
list of yellow varieties is very limited,
and consequently we have few that come
anywhere near being desirable. Butter-
cup ranks highest. Golden Gate is en-
tirely too small. This, however, would
not be an objection if it would not persist
in splitting its calyx. Pride of Pcnhurst
and Field of Gold are too late. They can
not be brought in earlier than March.
As a cut flower Golden Triumph is alto-
gether out of the question. Why it was
ever put on the market as such is more
than 1 can imagine. There may be desir-
able varieties not mentioned in this
paper, but having had no experience with
them, and not having seen them growing,
am unable to express an opinion in re-
gard to them.

now MAV TUKSE VARIETIES BE IMPROVED?

I fear what 1 have to say will add but
little light to that which is already
known. Cuttings should be made from
blooming wood, us they without doubt
make the stockiest plants. Potting them
is preferable to planting them in boxes,
for the renson that when treated in this
way plants receive no check until lifted
in the fall. Another ndvantiigc is that
planting ciiii be deferred until Inter in the
spring, when clanger of cold and severe
rains Is over. 1 have found that cuttings
treated in this way and (ilanted out
about the middle of May always make
the strongest and healthiest plants. A
further advantage in this treatment is
that when you are ready to lift them you

have a fine ball of thickly netted roots
the size of the pot, and this will greatlv
help the plants to recover when inside.
This may not be considered an advantage
in sandy soils, but in clay it undoubtedly
is. Probably you have had a bad case
of rust on your place. It is in your power
to prevent its occurrence to some extent
by thorough and frequent cultivation in
the field. What I mean by this is, you
must keep the soil in a mellow condition.
This can be done only by attending to it
after every rain, no matter how light or
frequent, always waiting, of course, until
the soil is in condition to work. The
idea is to be prepared for the drouth that
comes upon us in July or August. Plants
treated thus will be less liable to the
attack of rust which is sure to follow
with moist, cool nights to plants that
have already suffered more or less during
the trying ordeal. This is especially true
with varieties which are more inclined to
this disease, such as Silver Spray and
others 01 like nature. To illustrate I will
cite a case coming within my own obser-
vation and let you form your own judg-
ment. The year Ben Hur was dissem-
inated the plants were entirely free from
disease. They were potted and after
making large enough growth to allow
the tops to be used as cuttings were
topped, placed out in frames and then
planted out in the field, doing very nicely.
About the 22nd or 23d of June we had
our last rain, which was very heavy.
The soil was not in condition to be
worked for eight or ten days after. We
neglected hoeing until the soil became
quite hard and dry. This left the plants
in poor shape to withstand a drouth.
Consequently they suffered greatly, and
when the rain came and with it the cool,
moist nights they fell an easy prey to the
disease. The tops, when rooted, were
potted in due time and planted out about
two weeks before the rain. On account
of being late in planting and small they
were not neglected. They were hoed and
mulched and watered once. These with-
stood the drouth remarkably well, and
by fall made fine, healthy, little plants
entirely free from rust. Experience has
taught me that plants affected with rust
had best never be housed, as I have
always found it uphill work to free them
entirely from the disease.

In housing the plants in fall I have
always found that they do best in new
soil. Judgment should be used in plant-
ing strong growing varieties far enough
apart to allow them room to spread and
not meet each other until Januarj', as
from this time on the conditions are not
so favorable for the rust. Cultivation
should be attended to. The soil should
be kept in a mellow condition, but this
should not be done before the plants are
fairly well established. Ventilation should
be left on night and day, even during
nights when fires are necessary in early
fall. Everything should be <lone to have
the plants in as healthy condition as
possible by December 1. Always attend
to ventilation the moment the sun strikes
jour houses. Do not wait until the tem-
perature is the rccpiircd height, but begin
at once, so that your rise will be as near
nature as possible. (5reat care should be
taken to have plants i>erfectly dry over
night; they should never bcwatered over-
lie.id when there is danger of their re-
ni.iiniiig wet any length of time. This
can only be done in early fall and late
spring. All remedies as preventives of
tile rust can be used by spraying at this
time, but when firing should be applied
to the pipes. For (his use sulpliide ol
potassium, as sulphate of copper is liable

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to ruin the pipes. I have always found
cool, wet weather most favorable for the
disease, and on all such occasions put on
heat and open ventilators. I have found
that by strictly adhering to these direc-
tions the health of the plant is improved
and disease is less liable to attack them.
To improve on "desirable varieties"
from seed, I have had but two years ex-
perience and perhaps what I have to say
is mere theory. I have lound that I can
reproduce the color of Daybreak by using
Silver Spray and Tidal Wave, using Silver
Spray as the seed parent, but could not
get anvtbing near this color when cross-
ing with W. F. Dreer. This cross pro-
duced more deep piiik and purple, which
goes to show that the result is entirely
different, as far as color is concerned,
when using the same seed parent, with
different varieties of the same color, as
the pollen parent. As to constitution it
is not necessary that both varieties used
in crossing should be rust-proof to pro-
duce a healthy constitution, as I found in
the eight varieties which I saved for
furthertrial from the cross of Silver Spray
and Tidal Wave. Of these eight varieties
three were subject to rust and the rest
were free from it. They were all grown
in the same house and no fungicide was
used to prevent the disease. The bloom-
ing qualities take more after the pollen
parent. This trait I have found in all the
other crosses with the exception of one,
namely. Tidal Wave with FredCreighton.
In this case the blooming quality took
after its seed parent. Silver Spray seed
always produces more or less purple
varieties. Its own flowers being at times
tinted with this shade I am inclined to
think that it originated from some va-
riety of this shade in an earlier genera-
tion. I think it is very important to
know the ancestors of any variety on
which we work, and by keeping a strict
record of what different crosses bring
forth, to learn how many come single,
how many double, how many are of good
form, how many are weak stemmed, how
many strong, how many come with a
strong constitution, how many with a
weak one, and numerous other points,
all of which it takes to make a desirable
variety. We may by studying such rec-
ords be able to bring to light the proba-
bilities of producing the "ideal desirable
variety" that shall possess the blooming
qualities of a Silver Spray, the stem of a
Daybreak, the form of a Buttercup, the
constitution of a Portia and the size of a
Malmaison.

Mr. Lonsdale asked theessayist if there
were any varieties that could be con-
sidered nist proof. He replied that he
had never seen any rust on Portia or Day-
break, and but very little on Buttercup.
Mr. Ward had seen rust on both Portia
and Daybreak but never on Buttercup.
Mr. Lonsdale felt that no one could
safely guarantee any variety as rust
prot f.

In the abscence of Mr. Walter Muston
his essay on "Carnations in Canada"
was read by Secretary Pennock.

Carnations in Canada.

BY WALTER MUSTOX.

The carnations we grow in Canada are
in the main the same as are grown in the
United States; some kinds do well with
us, some do fairly well and some do no
good at all. The carnation that heads
the list with us is Daybreak. Wherever
we see it grown it is in fine shape; from
the man that grows a hundred of it to
the one who grows thousands of it the

same is said of it. It has a fine constitu-
tion, is a vigorous grower, can be picked
with good long stems and is always in
demand; in fact it seems to be no re-
specter of places like most varieties, but
grows well everywhere and in any soil.
I hardly know which to place next on the
list, some kinds doing better with some
than others. Silver Spray used to be the
stand-by for white, but it is acting badly
now; its flowers come small and streaked
and it is not the carnation it was a few
years ago. Some growLizzie McGowan,
but it does not seem to do well and the
flowers do not have the symmetry that
we look for in a carnation. A few grow
Hinze's White (ourselves among the num-
ber); it perhaps does not give as many
flowers as someoftbeother kinds because
it is a cropper, but its blooms with us
command as high a price as any of them
and to a grower who has to sacrifice
some plants to obtain room I think it
will pay as well as any of them. White

EUGENE DAILLBDODZE. PRESIDENT ELECT OF THE
AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY.

Dove does fairly well with some growers
and some complain of its being shy. In
red we have Portia and Garfield, one kind
doing best with some growers, and vice
versa. These are the leading kinds that
are grown. Tidal Wave is grown some
and does well, but there is not a great
demand for it. Puritan some think well
of, but with us it has not acted well; its
flowers do not open at all, but just dry
up on the stems.

Among the new ones William Scott
takes first place; it seems a vigorous
grower, blooms freely and is healthy.
Edna Craig is so badly diseased as to be
practically useless; indeed out of about
nve hundred plants that I have seen there
was only one plant that was healthv,
and that had one flower on it at the time
and it was a beauty. Mme. Albertini so
lar has been too shy. Buttercup we can-
not grow at all; it has been tried repeat-
edly by all the principal growers around
this district, but noonecoulddo anything
with it; we have tried it several times
and have bought several different batches
of cuttings, but they grow poorly outside
and when taken into the greenhouse they
W()uld grow beautifully less and less
until we had to throw them out and put
something else in their place. Grace
Wilder, which for years held the place in
this country for pink, was nearly as bad;
no one could grow it successfully. Its
flowers would come streaked and the
Canadian florists hailed the advent of the
Daybreak with delight. Mrs. Carnegie
used to be grown here a great deal, but
has been dropped lately; it does not grow
and bloom as it used to and like Spray it
seems to be on the downward path. Its
place is well filled by J. J. Harrison, which
is grown by us all and is thought a great

deal of. In crimsons we have none at all
that are satisfactory, and they do not
seem to be missed.

Our culture does not vary a great deal
from yours. We strike the cuttings any
time from January on; some growers
plant them in flats at once and leave
them there until they are planted in the
field, some pot them first and then trans-
fer to flats, and I think this latter is
far the best plan; it takes up consider-
able more room, but I think it pays in the
end, the advantages being that you get
much finer plants to start with, your
plants do not get pot bound, as they
would if left in the pots, and do not strip
when planted outside, and so do not get
such a check as they would if they were
left in the flats at the time and then badly
stripped, as they generally are on account
of the roots spreading so much. The ad-
vantage of this mode of treatment is espe-
cially seen if it happens to come dry
weather directly after planting out and
especially now that we have so much
disease floating around ready to work
on the plants at the least opportunity.
Take a plant that is badly stripped when
planted; it is small and has few roots
and perhaps has lostsome in being trans-
ferred from the flats to the field, the
weather is dry and the plant has scarcely
any moisture to feed upon and it is at a
standstill; is not that a fine chance for
any disease to ravage it? I think per-
haps the potting of the plants is more
important with us than with growtrs in
the U. S., as our summer is shorter than
yours, and we have to get as much
growth in a shorter time. We do not
plant out until the latter end of May,
and we often get a spell of hot dry
weather in the beginning of June, and for
myself I like to water the plants a few
times in such a case, as I think it helps to
give ttem a good start and to make a
vigorous growth, which is I think one of
the best preventives against disease.
There is one thing I think that we have
in our favor and that is we nearly always
get cool nights in the summer, no matter
how hot the day, and this is claimed by
some to be an advantage in our favor.
The soil is kept cultivated and free from
weeds and the plants pinched as every
grower thinks best. As a rule we take
hold of the end of the young growth and
give it a sharp pull, whicb just takes out
the center bud, but does not take away
any growth. We lift in September; some
growers prefer to lift with a ball of earth;
some prefer to shake all the soil off them,
but 1 think that is governed a great deal
by the nature of the soil, some growers
having a light soil which will not stay on
the roots, but falls off, leaving all the
fibrous roots intact. Our soil being a
heavy clay, if we lift in a dry time, as
generally recommended, we lose a great
many roots, as the soil breaks up in large
lumps, clinging to the roots with such
tenacity that no matter how careful we
are we are bound to lose a number of
roots. I remember on one occasion start-
ing to lift in the afternoon; the soil was
quite dry and the plants stripped badly,
but during the next night it rained and
the plants lifted nicely the next day with
a nice ball of earth, and the difference in
favor of the plants lifted after the rain
was quite noticeable all the season, and
they were standing upright and had
started to make nice roots some time
before the others.

As we have no carnation specialists in
Canada, they are grown in the largest
quantities bv men who grow roses and'
other cut flowers and they do not go to
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special soil, but grow them in the same
soil as they do their roses unless it hap-
pens to be very heavy, and then they mix
some sandy loam with it. I do not know
of anyone that has tried old soil, neither
have 1 seen anyone growing them in solid
beds, they all seeming to prefer benches
with about five inches of soil. We have
the same diseabes to contend with as you
gentlemen have, but I think the worst is
the rust, and from my own observation I
find that while no varieties seem proof
against it the least vigorous plants suffer
the most. If any kind seems to be in a
place or soil that is not suited to it and
gets the rust it seems to spread more
rapidly than it does on plants that are
healthy and growing vigorously. Our
treatment in the greenhouse is the same
as yours and has been published in the
different papers. In watering we prefer
to let the soil get rather drv and then
give them a good soaking. We do not
syringe as a rule during December, Janu-
ary and February, although I have done
so on all bright days, the same as roses,
and did not notice any bad results from
it, but that was in a three-quarter span
greenhouse where the sun had every
chance to dry the moisture up before
night. In the raising of seedlings Can-
ada has yet to be heard from, and as
a number o( men have taken that branch
up I do not think it will be very long
before there will be some Canadian seed-
lings on the market, as several have seed-
lings that promise something good.

President Hill then read Prof. Bailey's
paper on "Border carnations."

Border Carnations.

BV I'UOF. L. II. B-MI.KV.

A year ago I urged upon this society
the importance of encouraging the culti-
vation of the outdoor or border types of
carnations, which have been an impor-
tant feature of European gardens for cen-
turies. I then called attention to the fact
that only one of the several leading fam-
ilies of carnations is commonly known in
this country— the winter or forcing types.
It is a signal illustration of the fact that
plants adapt themselves quickly to our
own ideals, that the great development
of our greenhouBe gardening in recent
years has resulted in a wonderful evolu-
tion of forcing varieties and in a corrc-
gpfjnding poverty of border varieties; so
that while the border varieties are the
original stock from which all other types
of carnations have come, and arc still the
most imfKirtant family across the At-
lantic, in this new country, with distinct
ideals, the children have far outnumbered
and even obscured the parent. These two
great groups of carnations are opposed
to each other in various attributes, but
particularly, I think, in three. The bor-
der varieties arc low or rather dwarf and
tufted; they produce the greater part of
tbcir bloom in a comparatively short
space of time; and the individual flowers
need not be very large. The forcing type
demand! n very tall plant and it loses its
habit of standing erect; the production of
flowers isdiiitriliiitcd ovcmcvcrfil months;
and the individual flowers must be large.
In short, in the one case, the ideal lies in
the plant and its effect as a mass; in the
other the only ideal is the iodiridnal
flower.

I have insisted ufKin this antithesis in
these two types of cnrnnMons in order to
correct what I l»elieve to be n wrong ten-
dency in the attempt to popularize out-
door or iKirder carnations in this country
— the lielief that the forcing varieties can

be adapted to this purpose by propagat-
ing them in summer or fall and thus
changing their season of bloom. It is
true that the forcing kinds will grow and
flower well under this treatment, but
they are not the type of plant which is
adapted to the requirements oi out-of-
door ornamentation. For this purpose
we need a plant which needs no staking,
which will give a definite and emphatic
season of bloom by means of which strong
effects can be produced; and the size of
individual blooms can safely be sacrificed
to productiveness and habit of plant. It
is obviouslv unwise toattempt toimpress
forcing varieties into service in the oiien,
and it would be a loss of time and effort
to endeavor to breed adaptive varieties
from them. We should begin, as a foun-
dation, with the best existing border
varieties, and endeavor to adapt them,
by intelligent cultivation, to American
conditions. And it is from these border
carnations, too, that we are to expect
the best varieties for pot culture.

If we fully accept the above proposi-
tions I am sure that we shall find little
difficulty in growing border carnations
in America. Gardeners of foreign birth
often dismiss the hardy carnations by
saying that our climate is too hot and
dry for them. While there may be much
truth in this position it is also true that
many and perhaps all ol the border vari-
eties can be grown here with little trouble.
Some persons have grown them with per-
fect satisfaction for years, and visitors to
the World's Fair in earlv August must
have noticed a glowing bed of them upon
the wooded island. In order to deter-
mine if these plants can be successfully
grown with only ordinary care, such as
any person can give, we secured seeds in
the spring of 1892 of the following
strains: Early Margaret, Self Colored,
Early Dwarf Mixed Vienna, Red Grena-
dine, Splendid Rose-leaved, Picotee and
some others. These were sown in boxes
in the greenhouse on the 8th of March,
but they might just as well have been
sown out of doors when the season
opened. The plants were set in the field
as the season advanced. A lew of them
bloomed in the fall. They were allowed
to grow through the winter wholly un-
protected, although they grew upon a bald
hill top; and the last winter was severe
at Ithaca. They all wintered well, and
they began to bloom about the middle of
June and gave an uninterrupted display
of bright colored and interesting forms
until late in August. Although the lot
was a mixed one, having come from
seeds, all the varieties were interesting,
particularly the single flowers. If any
one strain were more pleading than an-
other it was probably the Vienna, which
bore single and semi-double little flowers
of very pure and dainty colors, ranging
from ivory-white to rose red. Some of
the plants had l)een taken up in the fall
and removed to the house for winter
bloom, and here, too, the Vienna was
very pleasing. These hardy carnations
are'iK-renninl, although so gor)d results
can not l)e expected from the 8ulisc(iuent
scnsonH of bloom, and it is Iwst to raise
new plants nnnu.illy. A collection of the
Ijcst named border sorts from Ivurojie
would undoubtedly affird some excellent
varieties for this country. At all events
they could lie depi-nded upon to give (K-r-
fcctly ailiiptive olT»pring in the course of
a very lew generations of plants.

In the iliscuHsion Mr. Hancock said that
some venrs ago he imported Home I lit)
voricticsof the Ivnglish liordercnrnations

and lie had been sadly disappointed in
them. The flowers were not equil to
those of our own varieties, the blooming
period was very short and but few had
the upright growth essential in a border
plant. Mr. Hill had tried several varie-
ties and Pride of Penshurst, yellow, was
the only one that w as of any value, and
the value of that was not great. When in
Erfurt he had seen acres of the plants in
bloom and they were a grand sight. The
wealth of bloom was truly marvellous.
He invested several hundred dollars in
the plants but a year later he had nothing
left to show for his investment Mr.
Lonsdale said that the cultivation of the
border carnation in England was not so
general as seemed to be supposed. It was
only in certain favorable localities that
quantities are grown.

The paper by Prof. Wm. Trelease on
"Cai-nation root gills" was then pre-
sented, and drawings showing the prog-
ress of the disease were passed around
among the members. We shall print this
essav in next issue with engravings from
the drawings mentioned.

A question from Mr. Long brought out
quite a discussion on the keeping qualities
of carnations. He stated that during a
stated season flowers sent him had been
uniformly worthless the second day
though flowers from the same grower had
always kept well before. Mr. Sunder-
bruch thought that the trouble was due
to cutting the flowers when the bench was
too dry, or not stood in water before
shipping. Mr. Dailledouzesaid healways
cut flowers 24 hours before shijiping and
stood them in water during that time.
Mr. Allen thought the trouble had been
due to a stretch of dull weather coupled
with possibly too much heat, making the
flowers soft. Mr. Dorner agreed with
Mr. Allen. He also held that flow-
ers should invariably be cut and
allowed to stand in water for from eight
to twenty-four hours before shipping.
He found that this materially increased
the size of the blooms as well as their
keeping (lualities. He was also careful to
never cut flowers from plants that had
been allowed to flag in the least. Mr.
Ward said he cuts his flowers early in the
morning, before the bright sun strikes
them, puts in water for a few hours and
then sliijis.

This concluded the regular ])rogram.
Votes of thanks to the Society of Indiana
Florists, the Indianapolis I'lorists' Club
and the daily press of Indianapolis were
p.'tsscd, and on motion the society ad-
journed to meet again in Boston the
third Thursday of February, 1895.

The Banquet.

The l);uu|uet on Tuesday evening ten-
dered by the Society of Indi.iiia I'lorists
and the ln<liannpolis I'lorists' Club was
an event that will be long remembered by
those who were fortunate enough to be
present. The menu was excellent, the
toasts were res])<)n<led to with grand
effect, and the decorations were snpeil).
The tables were decorated with h.indsonie
pl.ileaus iif various flowers at intervals
of eight ur ten feet, connected together by
blinds (if bloom Ihroiigli the center of the
tables. At the head of the tabletlils band
was studded with eattleyas. The ar-
rangement was done by Miss liinily Dor-
ner and Mr. Ivd llerterni.uiii, and was
worthy of .-ill praise. The room was
deeiir;iled with palms and similar plants,
and the pill.iis and side w.ills were effect-
ively draiied with vines. With the arri-
val of the coffee and cigars, Mr. Hill

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announced the unavoidable absence of
President Hunt of the state society, ow-
ing to the illness of his wife, and intro-
duced Mr. W. W. Coles, president-elect,
as the presiding officer for the evening.
Mr. Coles spoke of the great progress
made in floriculture in Indiana since the
organization of the state society seven
years ago, and he was proud to claim as
a member Mr. Fred Dorner, Mr. E. G.Hill
and others. He recited a "poem" that
■would have been worthy of Deacon Har-
ris, of Philadelphia. To correct a false
impression he stated that Indianapolis
wasnot "out west," bvit was the first good
stopping place on the way. An Indian-
apolis Glee Club then rendered a selection.
The club was a feature of the entertain-
ment, and generously' responded to many
encores during the evening.

Mr. H. N. Spann, an amateur, wel-
comed the visitors on behalf of the local
club, and he was a host in himself. He
mingled humor and pathos in his address,
and his speech was received with long
and continued applause. He said that
he wanted it understood that as a state
Indiana was all right. It was first in
politics, last in politics, and altvavs in
politics. Indiana had produced xasMy ex-
cellent things, not the least of which were
Dorner, who raises magnificent carnations
and White Caps, who raise h . He ex-
tended a hearty welcome to this modest
state, and if anything was lacking in his
speech he assured his hearers it was in
his heart. To be a perfect florist one
must be a lover of the beautiful, of the
beautiful that comes fresh from the hands
of God. Every flower that is born is the
child of the Creator, and no man, no
matter who he may be, has ever pro-
duced anything as beautilul as a flower.
God may have produced more beautiful
things, but if so He has not revealed
them to man. In producing new carna-
tions the two flowers must be brought
together in holy wedlock. Back of the
new flower must be intelligence, pains-
taking and continued effort. What the
amateur don't know about flowers would
fill several volumes, but what he thinks
he knows would fill a library. He made
many hits on local characters, and said
that in Garfield Park they now raised
grass, weeds and politicians. He had
discovered that Mr. Langstaff had been
putting the salted almonds in his pocket
under the impression that the}' were the
seed of a new kind of sun flower. Local
florists had been discussing the necessity
of a floral market, and one member of
French descent had related one of his ex-
periences at the present market, at which
the horses of the market men have much
latitude. He said; "I show a fine chrys-
anthemum to ze lady, and as I show zem
to ze lady ze horse bite ze head off," and,
added the speaker, it is a question in the
club to this day whether the horse bit off"
the head of the chrysanthemum or the
lady.

Mr. Coles then introduced the Rev. Mr.
Carmody as toastmaster of the meeting,
adding that he understood the title had
been picked up on the Midway Plaisance.
Mr. Carmody announced that being
placed at the handle of the pump he
would work it for all it was worth, and
guaranteed to secure a stream of elo-
quence, which he did. He said all the
railroads of importance centered in
Indianapolis, that Indiana had more
railroads than any other state, and as a
nation could be called a car-nation, and
a fit home of the flower in whose honor
the present meeting was held.

Mr. Hill then read letters of reg-et from
Messrs. Wm. Scott, of Buffalo, B. P. Crit-

chell, of Cincinnati, J. H. Ladle}', presi-
dent of the Chester County Carnation
Society of Pennsylvania, and others. The
first toast was "The American Carna-
tion Society and its future," which was
ablj' responded to by Mr. C. W. Ward,
of Queens, N. Y. Mr. Ward compared
the carnation of five years ago to that of
the present day, and held that the society
had done much to make possible the mar-
velous advancement. The future is full of
possibilities, and Mr. Thorpe's ideal is
now at hand. He paid a glowing tribute
to Mr. F. Dorner for his work in the pro-
duction of the improved varieties.

Mr. Edwin Lonsdale, of Philadelphia,
responded to the toast "The carnation in
its commercial relation to the rose." He
held that there could be no war between
two classes of flowers. The better you
grow the carnation the better will be the
demand for roses equallj' well grown.
We must produce a good article and then
ask a good price for it. If we don't get
all there is in it it's our own fault. He
held that such carnations as were shown
in the present exhibition could be made
to bring as high as $15 to $20 a hundred
if properly placed on the market. While
there is always a glut of poor stuff there
would ahvays be a demand for fine stock
at remunerative prices. At the conclu-
sion of his address Mr. Lonsdale respon-
ded to a request for his famous song,
"The Brave Old Duke of York, "and all
joined in the chorus, including the glee
club.

"New carnations and their desira-
bility" was the subject assigned Mr. C. J.
Pennock, of Kennett Square, Pa. He
threatened to read some forty pages of
typewritten opinions on the subject, the
reading of which would only take two or
three hours, but finally forbore and dis-
missed the matter by saying there could
be no question as to the desirability of
new and improved varieties.

"Our friends, the professors in the ex-
perimental stations," was responded to by
Prof. J. C. Arthur, of Purdue University,
Lafayette, Ind., in a felicitious address
that v^on rounds of applause. Some
paper carnations that filled the "Ideal"
were displayed on the tables. They had
been brought by Mr. Michel, of St. Louis,
who had discovered them in Brooklyn,
and in response to a request he described
how these grand flowers, four inches in
diameter, and with four foot stems, had
been produced to order at only twenty-
four hours notice, showing that it was
no great trick to reach the ideal in short
order.

"Our allies — the horticultural press,"
was responded to by Mr. G. L. Grant, of
the American Florist. He looked upon
the horticultural press as a means of
greatly extending the educational influ-
ences of such meetings as the present, and
of bringing the most distant into closer
relationship with each other. It was
through the press that the trade was
first made aware of the fact that a new
carnation star had arisen in the state of
Indiana, which has since shed so much
light on American growers. Through
the medium of the press the speakers at
the present convention were addressing
not only those present, but thousands of
others all over the country, and the audi-
ence by this means included every florist
in the land.

In responding to the toast of "The
society of American Florists," President
J. T. Anthony, of Chicago, said: "Less
than a dozen years ago the society of
American Florists existed only as a vision-
ary creation of the brain. If anvone

prior to that time had thought of the
need of such a society in this country it
was quickly laid aside after reflecting
upon the difficulties attending the forma-
tion and chances of maintaining such a
society, The society of American Florists
is an infant in years, having passed less
than half the years of its majority, yet in
our short existence \ve have gathered
around us quite a number of strong and
vifforous offspring, all of which we most
earnestly desire to recognize us as the
parent and to some extent the foundation
upon which all should rest. It is gener-
ally believed that ■within a very short
time the society will have granted to it a
national charter, in which case it will be
desirable to h_ve the carnation, the
chrysanthemum, the rose, and other off-
springs from our society become more
closely allied to the parent society. While
we would not for a moment wish to in-
terfere with the noble work of either of
these societies in their chosen field of re-
search still I think this can be better ac-
complished b)' a closer alliance with the
society of American Florists."

"Fall exhibitions, how to make them
useful factors in promoting the interests
of the carnation?" was responded to by
Mr. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. He said
that the subject required more work than
talk. By follo^wing Mr. Dorner's plan,
and adding pot plants as a feature success
would be attained. Mr. W. R. Shelmire,
of Avondale, Pa., responded to the toast
"The ChesterCounty Carnation Societj'."
He said: "If any one supposes we have
as yet reached the acme of perfection he is
sadly mistaken. Itis very true the alloted
time has about passed and Mr. Thorpe's
ideal, as he painted it is not present with
us to-day. But the progress from year to
year is steady and sure and the flowers
exhibited here show a decided advance on
those shown a year ago at Pittsburgh.
But a glance into the future reveals a
wonderful development. Forms we have,
never dreamed of, colors rivaling (for they
could not surpass) those of the rainbow,
perfumes as the spices of the south seas.
The carnation is plastic as clay in the
hands of the potter, and, as we grow in
knowledge and master the intricacies of
cross-fertilization we shall produce those
things, wondrous flowers, beauty in every
petal, grace in every stem, their fragrance
a delight to the senses. We will have
particular races for special purposes. The
dainty smallflowerof exquisiteshadeand
perfect in fonn. The larger flower, three
to four inches we will saj' with stiff long
stems, expanding petals and colors of
every hue. We wiU have the Dorner stock
and the Lonsdale stock and the Swayne
stock, and the Pennock stock, and the
Ward stock and the Csesar stock, and in-
numerable other races. And they will all
fill their alloted mission. We will have
also the rose flowered and the aster flow-
ered and the sun-flower flowered. The
flowers will be a foot across with stems
five feet high and as thick as a com stalk,
and they will cost $10 apiece. We will-
have the pjeony flowered and lastly those
which partake of the nature of the "mum. ' '
Think not, gentlemen, this is but a dream
of fancy. The chrysanthemum flowered
carnation is a veritable (act and we will
have them in the various shades and colors
oeculiar to the dianthusracc. Let me de-
scribe this new carnation wonder. The
bud is flat resembling that of a chrysan-
themum. The stem is thick, stift" and erect.
The leaves are rather broad with a grace-
ful curve. The flower expands slowly at
first, pushing its petals out flat. These
recurve and twist. The center ones grow
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ing iorming a somewhat round head.
Here we have a flower, easily taken for a
"mum." More singular vet the flower is
compound, not indeed in the same manner
as the composite family, but around the
central ovary there are several florets
■which throw out separate petals and often
stamens. The ovary also frccjuently
throws up jietals instead of making seed.
The flowers expand 3ii. to nearly 5 inches
and remain open a long time. This is not
a monstrosity, it is a progenitor of a new-
race, and we can only dimly see the future.
Now we can say the queen of autumn had
better be looking to her laurels. The
carnation suflers immeasurably for a few
months in the fall by the chrysanthemum
craze. It she can be met on her own
ground and the new rival usurp the throne
of this cabbage headed ((ueen, all carna-
tion growers would rejoice with exceed-
ing joy and be profoundly thankful forthe
good time to come."

Mr, Domer was called upon, but ex-
cused himself on the plea that it was easier
for him to raise a new carnation than it
was to make an address. In response to
calls addresses were made by Messrs.
Frank .\lley and John Hartje, of Indi-
anapolis, and E. G. Gillett, of Cincinnati.
Mr. Wallace sang a songthat was well re-
ceived and Mr. Hill made some closing
remarks. Three rousing cheers were given
by the visitors for their hosts and the
company dispersed after a most enjoyable
evening.

Society of American Florists.

The annual meeting of the executive
committee of the Society of American
Florists was held at Philadelphia on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 13
and 14. Several members of the com-
mittee were absent on account of sickness
and for other causes. The session was
very harmonious and the interest mani-
fested in the work of the society indicated
that the memlxrrs of the committee are
fully alive to the importance of the com-
ing convention at Atlantic City, which
will in all probability be the largest gath-
ering in the history of the society.

The following subjects were selected to
be presented at the convention in the
form of essays:

The value and importance of statistics,
foreign and domestic.

Floriculture, its progress from an ar-
tistic standprjint.
Orchids as commercial flowers.
CrccnhouRc construction (by a con-
structor and by a practical grower).
InKcticidcs and their application.
Fertili7.ers and their application.
The l)c»t methods of growing roses, and
best varieties for present demands.
Cannas.

Carnations to date (under auspices of
the Carnation S'tciety ).

Recent improvements in chrysanthe-
mums and their culture (under the auspices
of the Chrysanthemum Society).

The committee on the matter of 6re
Insurnnce for greenhouses rcjHjrtcd prog-
ress and arc in hofjct to make some satis-
factory arrangements in the near future.
The committee ')n charter has also liecn
buiiily at work. Theystrongly urge that
every mcml>er of the S/K-iety of American
I'lririnl"! I omiiiunicate with the Congrcsn-
m.in rrprr wnliiig hindistrictnnd endeavor
to ){rt liirn intcrmtcfl In the padsagc of
the bill of incorporation when it in rc-
pfirtcd to Ibe House by Mr. Hatch's com-
mittee.

Owing to the attractions peculiar to
Atlantic City it was decidea that the

evening sessions should be omitted dur-
ing the convention at that place and
afternoon sessions substiluted. On rec-
ommendation of the Philadelphia Flo-
rists' Club Mr. George C. Watson was
elected to the position of superintendent
of the trade exhibition. Orders were
given for a new die for the society badge,
which will be superior in style and finish
to that used heretofore.

The following resolution was unani-
mouslv adopted:

Feeling that in the death of George W.
Childs humanity loses a champion and
desiring to spread upon the records of
our society some expression of the feel-
ings which animate the hearts of our
members; therefore,

Resolved: That by this sad event hor-
ticulture has lost a sagacious and en-
lightened counselor and patron, the world
a benefactor to the friendless and unfor-
tunate, one whose great loving heart was
always open to the cry ot the widow and
the homeless, one who was always reliev-
ing the wants of the friendless and unfor-
tunate, a pure and devoted philanthropist
and an ardent defender of the rights of
men.

Resolved: That we tender to Mrs.
Childs our heartfelt sympathy in her
great sorrow and bereavement and we
mourn with her the loss of one of God's
noble men.

[See Philadelphia notes for report of
banquet.]

Philadelphia.

Wednesday evening, February 14, was
a gala night for the Florists' Club, they
having for guests at their annual banquet
the executive committee of the Society of
American Florists. The headquarters of
the committee being the Colonnade Hotel
arrangements were made here for the
banquet, which was served in mine host
Crump's best style. There was no at-
tempt at elaborate decoration, although
there were some very pretty plateaus of
flowers and foliage and vases of choice
blooms of roses and carnations, arranged
in the centers of the various tables. At
the head was a vase of Helen Keller car-
nations, magnificent flowers placed there
to add inspiration to President Lonsdale.
Directly in front of these was a plateau
of fine foliage plants, as pretty as flowers
(they should be used oftener), cither side
of this a short distance away was a
plateau of cattleyas, and at intervals
down the tables were baskets of dafl"ys,
roses and mixed flowers. Of thcold style
was a plateau of camellias, and another
of acacia, and oncof poinsettia sent in by
Brother Wcstcott, and there were some
vases of choice carnations, some Bouton
d'Or, the new yellow sent by Dailledouze
Bros., n very fine variety, and some very
good flowers of different varieties from
the Cottage Gardens, sent by Mr. Ward.
There were also some pl.ints arranged
about the large mirror at the head of the
table, the mantel being banked with I'ar-
leyensc ferns, in which was a cluster of
Harrisii lilies. Aspiirngus wnsnisodraped
on chandeliers and the lace curtains over
the windows.

On President Lonsdale's left sat the re-
tiring president, W. K. Smith, while on
his right was President J. T. Anthony;
next liim were Judge lloilt, Mr. H. II.
Ucatly, Mr. J. C. Keniiistm, Ivlijali A.
Wood, Hugene Hailledouze, Major Bon-
naffoii and John N. May. OnexPresi-
denl Smith's left were ex- President Kobt.
Crnig, Sccrelnrv VV, J. Slcwnrl. lirnst
AsmuR, v.. II. Michell, of St. Louis, who
was n subflitute for Mr. Wnldbnrt, V.. A.

Seidewitz and Mr. Feast of Baltimore.
Among others from a distance were
Messrs. Holzapfel, of Washington, Re-
nard, of Unionville, Herr and Shroyer, of
Lancaster, and Alex Wallace, of New
York. Everybody seemed in the best of
humor, and the way Major Bonnaffon
and a certain individual called Dan kept
"Woody," who happened to be across
the table from both of them, from going
to sleep was great amusement for those
within hearing. Elijah wasn't caught
napping very often, however, and al-
though it was two to one, and the one
not very large at that, he held his end up
in great style.

After the cigars had been passed around
President Lonsdale called for order, he
made a short address of welcome to the
executive committee, in which he said he
was very happy to have the pleasure of
their presence, and introduced Mr. Craig
as the toast-master of the evening. Mr.
Craig made a short address and spoke
feelingly of the late Mr. G. W. Childs, he
alluded to the Philadelphia convention
when Mr. Childs did so much for the
members of the S. A. F., and said that he
would always live in their memory. For
the first speaker he introduced ex-Presi-
dent Smith as one of the brightest lights
in the society, and one to "whom the
nation turns for what is best in botany
and what is best in Burns," alluding to
Mr Smith's love for the Scotch poet.

Mr. Smith said that one of the grandest
thoughts to him was that he was an
honorary member of the Phila. Florists'
Club and he was proud of it. He was also
retiring president of the S. A. F., a higher
honor no man need want. Presidents of
Republics may be grand, but presidents
of Florists' Associations, those noble
people who are elevating mankind and
doing so much to stimulate the esthetic
soul of the American people, are the
grandest people on the face of the globe.
The honest, manly, American florist will
occupy the highest position possible for
man.

President J. T. Anthony was now in-
troduced and stated that he was not
much of a talker, but tried to be a worker,
that if in his position he made any mis-
takes they would be failures of the head
and not of the heart, he had the good of
floriculture and horticulture at heart as
much as any one, lie predicted a great
convention at Atlantic City next August,
and said that he was sure that the Phila.
Florists' Club would do all in their power
to make it a success.

Judge Iloitt was the next speaker. He
said this was his second visit to Phila.,
he had been asked to speak on legal points
for florists but said he wouldn't, his friend
Burton for one didn't need any and he
would spare them. He thought Atlantic
City was a very satisfactory place to
hold the convention and predicted n large
attendance; he said he had been to other
places where they had beaches and water
and been iniali benefitted by it. He hoped
they would come to New England some
day so lh;it he could return in a manner
the hospit.-ility of the club.

Mr. J. C. Uennison, of Sioux City, was
asked to respond to the toast the I'arWcst.
He said he was from pretty far west
where they had buffalo .-ind Indians, but
he was no speaker and asked Judge Iloitt
to tell what he knew of Sioux City. The
Judge gave a humorous account of a visit
there and said that if iny present wanted
to enjoy true western hospitality they
should go west and call on Mr. Rciinison,
who would he knew be very glad to sec
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western style, he spoke of the railroads
and moie especially of the terminal facil-
ities, which he said were superb.

Mr. Wallace, of New York, now favored
the company with a song which was well
received.

Mr. E H. Michell, of St. Louis, now
responded to the call of Mr. Craig. He
said that while it was a great pleasure
to be entertained yet it was a greater one
to be the host. He said that they in St.
Louis were glad to have had those who
were present last summer, but would have
liked to have had more; he spoke of the
great possibilities of the southwest, and
thought it was the place to carry out Mr.
Smith's idea that many things that we
imported might with a little experience
be grown in that neighborhood, and much
monev that went abroad could in this
wav be kept at home.

Mr. H. B. Beatty, of Oil City, was in-
troduced, and began by saying that if he
bad the talents of the distinguished gen-
eral who marched his men so untiringly
lip the hill and down again, or was like
his friend the able, brilliant, but forgetful
Robert, or had the grace and dignity of
my friend from Washington, he might be
able to do justice to this occasion and to
this City of Brotherly Love, around
whose name is clustered all that is noblest
in our nation's history. Here was born
the stars and stripes which now and for-
ever shall stand for all that is best and
noblest in our nation's life. Here the
■cradle of liberty was rocked in unison with
thetones of that beloved bell which tolled
the doom of monarchy in our wonderful
country and made possible for you and
me the American Beauty. In the inmost
recesses of our hearts there is enthroned
a queen, and to each of us severally she is
the only American beauty, beside which
the brilliant qucenlv American Beauty
pales and is forgotten. Here's to the
health and happiness of our absent ones,
but ever present in our hearts, the Amer-
ican Beauty, our wives and sweethearts.
George McMillan here sang a comic
song, after which Secretary Stewart, for
whom the song of "He is a jolly good
fellow" was sung with a will, as it was
in fact f'>r all the other jolly good fellows
who spoke, was introduced as a friend
and worker for the society since its in-
■ception.

Mr. Stewart spoke feelingly of the loss
the press felt in the death of Mr. Childs,
and said that Phila. had a long record
for her horticultural press. The o\& Gar-
■deners' Monthly was the only horticult-
ural paper ol its day, and all we had for
many years. The horticultural papers
have a great mission to perform; it lends
its support to the right, condemns the
wrong and is doing everything it can to
advance horticulture. All should help
the press, as all ground needs some return
for the crops it gives, so it is with the
press. In conclusion he said he was elad
to be with them and wished to thank
them for their hospitality, which was so
great that a fellow had to be on the look-
out or he was in danger of being sent
home with the short span to the south.

E. A. Wood was now introduced as the
last of the executive committee, but not
least by any means. Mr. Wood an-
swered in a humorous vein; he said that
it took experience to know just what to
do, and he thought the fellows who said
it was best not to have evening sessions
at Atlantic Citv spoke from experience.
He said he liked to come to Philadelphia,
that he felt more at home here than in
any other city he visited. He predicted
the meeting next August would be as
arge as any held anywhere and thought

Boston would send her largest delegation
to Atlantic City. He was then called on
for "Jmgle Bells," which he sang in good
style, and in which the company joined
keeping time on their glasses.

Mr. Shroyer, of Lancaster, was intro-
duced as coming from a city which had
more glass to the population than any
other place in the country. He gave a
humorous account of Mr. Smith's head-
quarters at Washington and hoped that
everybody would visit Lancaster, and he
could assure them they would not re-
gret it.

Secretary Farson was now asked to
explain some reference to him by Mr.
Shroyer, and after having disposed of
that gentleman he turned his attention
to other speakers whom he said might
make money by going into the stump
speech business; they knew so well how
to work the patriotic racket, it was our
tender spot. Whenever the cradle of lib-
erty was rocked and the Independence
bell was rung everything was lovely and
the visitors owned the town, even the
last cent would be spent if necessary for
their comfort.

Mr. E. A. Seidewitz, of Baltimore, said
they had tried very hard at Toronto to
get the societv to come to Baltimore, but
his worthy Washington friend had been
too much for them, however. Some day
in the future they would give them an-
other invitation and hoped they would
be more successful. He spoke of the
achievements of Baltimore florists of the
past and alluded to the death of Mr.
Childs, who while he made his home in
Philadelphia yet was a Baltimorean by
birth and they all felt his loss keenly.

Mr. John N. May, who was the last
speaker, said he had hoped to escape, he
was like Mr. Anthony, more of a worker
than a talker. He referred to the kind-
ness of Mr. Childs during the convention
of 1886, and said his example was worthy
of emulation by other wealthy people of
the country. H'>rticulture in its broad
sense was in its infancy yet, and all could
help a little to get its long clothing on.
Flowers were not used in this country in
anything like the quantity thev should
be. In Europe in many places 90 percent
of the windows of the houses had plants
in them. Our business would rise to im-
mense proportions if anything like this
love for flowers could be generated in this
country, he longed to see the day when
this love for flowers would become uni-
versal. He alluded to the efforts of Mr.
George Vanderbilt, of Asheville, N. C, who
was doing so much and on such a grand
scale for forestry, thousands of acres
being planted with every tree and shrub
indigenous to thi^ and other countries.

As it was now late Mr. Alex Wallace
was called on to lead with that great
song "Auld Lang Svne," in which the
company joined with a will, and thus
closed a very happy occasion.

Owing to the weather business hasbeen
f ir the most part at a standsi ill, pleasant
weather seems to be essential these days
to keep things moving. There are a good
many blooming plants coming in now,
but cold dtSHgreeable weather seems to
put people out . f the notion of them. A
few bright davs of sunshine would, we
believe, start a lively business in window
plants and gladden the hearts of the
growers.

For all the demand has been light the
supply has .scarcely been equal to it, and
some flowrrs have been quite scarce.
Good Beauties and hybrids are not to be
hud; whither it is no sun or from some
other cause these large roses are not up

to the mark. Most of the Brunners lack
substance, do not seem to open after being
cut, and soon fall apart, 40 to 50 is the
price just the same. $5 per dozen is high
for Beauties, the majority bringing $16
to $25 per hundred, the choicest of the
larger teas bring $8 to $10, while the
majority are soM for from $6 to $8.
Small roses bring 3 to 5. Carnations in
large lots are sold at from $7.50 to 10
per thousand, the 100 price being 1 to 3,
the majority bring 1.50. There are a
great many new varieties about, but
from some reason many of them go to
sleep very quickly. The questioii now is
not what color is it, or docs it burst
easily, or has it a good stem, but how
does it keep? There are some beautiful
varieties of carnations being put upon
the market at the present time, which
when fresh seem to be almost perfection
in every particular, but the next day finds
them ready for the barrel. It seems to
us that here is a theme for the Carnation
Society to take hold of. They should
first insist on proving this qualification
before passing on any other. Then when
anyone wishes to lay in a stock of new
varieties that have the sanction of the
society he will know that they are all
right in this essential and he can use his
judgment as to the colors he should grow.
In speaking to a prominent bulb im-
porter he said that he had been credibly
informed that in the great majority of
cases the foreign agents who will soon be
seen about soliciting orders for bulbs for
next year do not pay any passage money
in coming across the water, as the steam-
shipcompanies supply tickets free in order
that goods may be sold, and then they
get returns in the shape of freight on
these shipments.

The meeting of the executive committee
at the Colonnade was convened on Tues-
day last and continued for two days.
Some very interesting subjects for papers
and essays were decided on and assigned
to men whom it was thought would be
most competent to handle them. There
were also a number of questions selected
for the box. The meeting was a very
harmonious one and all seemed to think
the proceedings of the next convention
would be as interesting as any that had
gone before. K.

The New Mushroom.
{Agaricus subritfescens. Peck.)

BY WILLIASI FALCONER.

\^Extract frjm essay read be/ore the Mass. Hort.
Sxtety ' eb. //.I

In the summer of 1892 I found quanti-
ties of a new-to-me, uncouth looking,
wild mushroom growing on and about
the leaf mould piles at Dosoris. The
mushrooms were not scattered about,
one here and one there, as we find the
common one in the fields, but they came
up in bunches of two, three or mav be a
dozen or two growing together. But the
crop was not steady— there might be a
great quantity this week, very few the
next week and lots the iveek following,
and so on. After a rain they would
spring up like magic. There were about
forty loads of rotting and decomposed
leaves in that pile, and there was a gentle
heat in it all summer long; while the
whole mass two feet deep was permeated
with the spawn most of the mushrooms
came up in the oldest part of the pile. I
was studying the new comer with much
interest.

About that time my attention was
called to the fact that Mr. Boulon, a
neighboring florist, was picking a large
quantity of mushrooms in his greenhouse

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and frames and selling them in New York,
getting big prices for them. I went over
to see him and found the rumor true.
But it wasn't the common mushroom at
all that he was growing; it was the inter-
esting stranger I was studying in our
leaf mould pile at home. It appeared
with him the previous year. He had old
violet beds inside of his grape and tomato
house, and they were full of mushrooms;
old hotbeds in his nursery were run over
with mushrooms, and he had mushrooms
in the open ground among his asparagus
between rows of {.ear trees. They were
coming up wherever planted like a crop
of weeds, and in the sunshine and shade
with apparent indifference. He was pick-
ing an average of 35 pounds of them a
day and getting 80 to 90 cents a pound
for them in New York, mostly at hotels.
He had a bonanza and he was increasing
his mushroom growing facilities propor-
tionate with his visions and circum-
stances. While the mushroom has be-
haved with varying grace to him since
then, it seldom has cropped as well or
been so productive as it was the first
year.

After watching its habits and testing
its quality I sent specimens to Prof.C. H.
Peck, our state botanist at Albany, for
identification. He found it to be a new
species, and has named it Agariciis iub-
rufescens. In his annual report of the
stale botanist of the state of New York,
1893, page 25, he gives a technical de-
scription of the species, and its origin.

The new mushroom has undoubtedly
come to stay, especially as a summer
cropper. But for some years to come us
culture will be restricted to private lam-
ilies and commercial growers doing a pri-
vate business. Before now the price of
spawn — $5 for a 5-pound package — was
prohibitory, but I believe spawn will Ije
offered next spring by two or thr»e par-
ties, and cheap enough for everybody to
try it.

The advantages of the new mushroom
are its extraordinary productiveness
when it does well and itsadaptability for
growing in summer. We cannot control
the old sort out ol doors with any cer-
tainty, and what we may grow of it in
(heds, cellars or frames during the warm
months arc apt to be so iniested with
maggots as to be unfit for food. The
new mushroom, on the other hand, can
be grown outside all summer, and as it
springs up so fast the larva' of the lutle
flies have hardly time to develop belore
the mushrooms arc gathered for use. It
ii no more maggot proof, however, than
is the old mushroon.

The disadvantages of the new mush-
room arc its toadstool appearance, uncer-
tain I ehavior and the luct that its crop
cornea in spurts — lots today and maybe
none tomorrow. But further (K-rsonal
acquaintance mayovcrcomc ourpnjudice
againil Its looks and practical cx|>erirncc
coircit itk behavior in cropping. Hulk
for bu!k, it is not or heavy (in is the com-
mon mushroom; while its cap is dce|H'r
and broader, it is thinner and lighter. It
doc* not burst its veil as soon a« the
other sort, but when it does it gets old
quicker thon the other; hence it is consid-
ered a |>oorcr shipficr. It is very good to
cat. It has a pronounced mushroom
flavor and in cooking rxurirs a fair (|uiin-
tity of juice and the flesh is tender. Sev-
eral (K-rnons I know prefer it to the com-
mon muihroom, but lor my own part I
am inclined to favor my old and tooth-
•ome friend < ampeitrii.

The best method of caltiration ol the
new mushroom ia not yet properly under-

stood. That it requires more heat than
the old mushroom is generally conceded,
also that it needs more water. By
repeated practical experiment it has been
proven that it grows as well in winter as
in summer, providing the cultural condi-
tions are favorable to its development.
It will also grow in a cellar of Egyptian
darkness as well as in the light; in fact
darkness whitens the mushrooms and
rids thcmof muchof theiroutdoor coarse-
ness. The lavish success that we have
had with it at one time and perfect fail-
ure at another, under apparently the
same conditions, convinces me that there
are vital points in its cultivation that we
do not yet understand. Sometimes we
may plant a bed with the spawn and in
four or five weeks mushrooms begin to
appear, and in two months from plant-
ing time we have an enormous crop.
Then again we may plant another bed in
the same way and the spawn runs in it
as prettily and thoroughly as in the
other, completely permeating the whole
mass of manure, and it won't bear a
mushroom, and we don't know why.
What shall we do with such a bed? Take
it out to a warm, dry airy shed or loft
and spread it out to dry, it will make first
rate spawn, and the probabilities are
that the next bed you make up and plant
with this spawn will produce a heavy
crop of mushrooms. Under date of Janu-
ary 31 last Mr. Boulon wrote me: "Un-
der my control the new mushroom has
grown any time in the year, but I find
that it is more productive insummerthan
in winter. In winter after one picking
we have to wait ten to fifteen days for
another picking. In summer the crop is
more regular. It is a good acquisition
for summer use. The Agaricus camptslris
cannot be grown well in summer on ac-
count of the maggot, but A. siibrufesans
grows so quickly that the maegols have
not time to develop in it. The cultiva-
tion is very easy and needs very little
care. If one doesn't want to make a spe-
cial bed for it he can plant the spawn be-
tween early cucumbers or melons or other
early crops under glass."

Writing to me last September, Mr. W.
H. Daniels, a florist and mushroom
grower of Mamaroncck, N. Y , told me
that he had made up two beds, ewch 60
feet long by 2' •; feet wide, and planted
thim with the new mushroom. The
manure was just right. About two
weeks from time of planting the spawn
had run through the beds, appearing like
a thick film at every crack between the
bottom boards, then he moulded them
over with loam and otherwise treated
them like the common mushroom. In
due time they came into bearing, the
young mushrooms appearing all over the
beds about one-fourth grown, and there
they stood like that for some days.
There was something lacking. Then he
thought of water, and he nave the bed a
good soaking; the result was that the
mushrooms swelled up and he hfid an im-
mense crop. lie made up succession hiils,
and I'lbriiary 2 he wrote again: '! have
not gathered a mushroom yitthis winter
of the new variety. I rniiile up a bcrl in
my violet house and h|).'iwiu'(I oni-liMlf of
it with the common mushroom and the
othi r hull Willi the new mushroom, and
I am now gathering plenty of the com-
mon variety, but not one of the new vari-
ety, nIthouKh the bed is a solid nuiss of
spawn. 1 had an idc wlini I H]i.'iwned
the l>cd that the house would not be
warm enough for the new mushroom,
but I cr>ncliided to try it.

"I sold some of the spawn to a private
gardener near me and advised him to put

it in a warm house, which he did. The
result with him has been a grand crop. I
saw his bed about two weeks ago and it
was a picture then. He told me that he
had been picking from it for over eight
weeks and was delighted with it. Alter
the success I had with it last summer I
shall certainly grow it again next sum-
mer. I do not think it is quite as good
for shipping as A. canipestris, but for
home trade and gathered when fresh
open my customers tell me that it is supe-
rior in quality to the old mushroom."

I wrote Mr. Daniels asking him for par-
ticulars about how his neighbor grew the
mushrooms, and under date of February
8 he kindly replied as follows:

"Today I paid a visit to the gardener I
told you about to obtain from him the
secret of his success. He laughed at the
word 'secret,' and said he had no secret
about it; the only thing was the hint I
gave him about planting it in his warm-
est house. He made up his bed about a
foot deep under the hot water pipes, hut
concluded to box it in, as he thou:jht the
heat from the pipes would dry out the
bed too much, otherwise the bed was
made up and spawned exactly as for
campestris. 'A great cropper,' was his
exclamation; he never was ,yvithout
mushrooms from that bed for eleven
weeks. The manure in the bed was only
75° when he planted the spawn, but it
kept at that heat a good while. He esti-
mates that although it takes a greater
bulk of the new mushroom to the pound
than it does of the old one, he gets more
than three pounds of the new mushroom
to oneof theold sort from the same space
of bed. And he declares while he can get
spawn of./, subru/escens he will never go
back to A. campestris.

"One thing ne likes about the new vari-
ety is that if the bed is at all dry on the
top a light watering with a rose pot dots
not injure the young mushrooms, but
benefits them, whereas with the old one it
is generally injurious to the young pin
heads."

In the fall of 1892 I gave spawn to Mr.
Gnflin of Westbury, who cultivatesmush-
rooms extensively for market iu capa-
cious cellars under the barns and heated
with hot water. In the winter of
'92-'93 he planted some beds with this
spawn, but didn't get any mushrooms
from them. The beds, however, were a
complete mass of spawn, so he took them
out and dried the spawn for future use.
Last fall he again made up and ]ilanted
some beds with this spawn, and he has
had immense success, the mushrooms
coming up :n great clumps or basketluls.
He wrote to me about them and I sent
Mr. Lendel llallock of Oiieens to see if he
could get me a photogiaph of tluin, but
on account of thcnarrowncssof the path-
ways in the cellar and other complica-
tions he could not get a photograph by
flashlight or otherwise. Mr. Griflin and
he, however, took a clump growing in a
2x1 foot splice, slipped it into a Hat and
carried it out of doors to have its picture
taken. It contained ninelyone mush-
rooms, large .ind small, .ind weiglied six
and one-half pounds. The inu-ilirnoms
were two days too old and the caps h.id
become wiili spread anil darkened wilh
spores; this was bec.uise he had kept
them with'iul picking for me to sec.

Hurler date of January .')() Mr. Orifiin
wrote me: "I would very much like you
to pee 1 he new musliroimiH; there is no
doubt about it being a fine cro|>|)er and
easy to grow, more so than the other
variety, iinrler just the same treatment.
I have a lot here that wc are eating every
day, for I am sorry to Bay that it will not

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take in the market; in fact before I knew
it it had spoiled several shipments forme,
as I packed them with the others, so we
have to eat them ourselves."

Mr. Griffin's bed that is now in bearing
is built on the ground and right under
the hot water pipes. After the beds were
spawned the atmospheric temperature
was kept up to nearly 70°, but as soon as
young mushrooms began to appear it
was lowered to 60°. All cf the beds till
they come into bearing are kept covered
with a thick layer of rank straw shaken
out of the manure. When bearing begins
this covering is removed except a light
scattering w^hich neither prevents the
mushrooms from coming up nor obstructs
one in gathering them, and it keeps the
surface of the ground quite moist.

"Spoiling his shipments" may need
explanation. He ships altogether to
commission men. They don't want and
will not handle any mushroom except
the old one, for their mstomers won't
take any other, so when Mr. G.'s mixed
lots reached them they picked out and
threw away all of the new mushrooms,
retaining and paying for the old variety
only. The new mushroom with its whit-
ish gills, pale lemon tinted neck and thick
furry veil has a good deal of a toadstool
look about it, and especially since the
"mushroom" poisoning scare of lastsum-
mer the people look with distrust upon
everything in this line except the genuine
campestris.

Adiantum Farleyense.

The accompanying engraving is from a
photograph of a plant grown by Mr.
James G. Kyle, Newport, R. I. It is in a
10-inch pot, is 14 months old and is four
inches across. In response to a request
for a description of his cultural methods
in growing this grand adiantum Mr.
Kyle writes as follows:

"First of all, in my estimation. I would

give first place to Adiantum Farleyense.
I consider it the queen of the maidenhair
ferns; it does not require any more heat
than crotons, dracfenas or any stove
plant, succeeding with a temperature of
60° to 65° in winter. Farleyense is a
strong gi'ower, and the cultivation is
very simple. My experience in propagat-
ing this variety is, as we all know, only
by division of the crown. I never propa-
gate from a plant less than a -i-inch pot
and upwards; anything below this I
consider too w^eak to expect strong stock
from. To begin with I take a plant, cut
all the fronds down to the crown, take a
sharp pointed knife and divide the crown
into the smallest pieces, just one ^y<i on
each piece. The eyes aroimd the outside
of the crown are preferred, as there is a
chance of them having a little piece of
root with them, which is a great advan-
tage in starting them up again. The rea-
son I take them so small is I can get a
better plant and strong fronds after once
they start up, whereas by dividing the
crowns into larger pieces you will get
nothing but a lot of short, unsightly
fronds not worthy of the name of Farley-
ense.

"When I get all the stock I want I take
a piece of good rotten sod and an equal
part of leaf mould, mix well together and
pot the eyes into thumb pots, putting
them in a small frame on the bench in the
warmest end of the house, with a bottom
heat of 85° to 90°. In making this frame
make a few holes in the bottom of your
bench underneath to let the heat come
through; then put about six inches of
sphagnum moss inside the frame and
plunge the pots right into the moss.
Give a thorough watering, put a sash
over the frame, but do not at any time
keep it close. Raise up your sash about
^ IS inches at one .end and keep it ttiere all
the time. By keeping your sash close the
young fronds will damp off as soon as

they come up. If you find that the pots
dry out too soon take them out and put
more moss into your frame, as there is no
use giving so much water when there are
no roots.

"In about seven or eight weeks they
will be ready for shifting into 4-inch pots;
for this shift and all others I use good old
sod, shaking out the fine stuff and adding
rotten cow manure and leaf mould in
equal proportions. Mix thoroughly and
don't pot very firm. Put them back in
the frame for a couple of weeks, then set
out on the open bench. Be sure there are
plenty of crocks in the bottom of your
pots; good drainage is very needful, as
they require lots of water. M3' objection
to using peat and charcoal is that they
make the foliage too light in color.

"My benches are all iron and slate, so I
cover them with half an inch of moss,
giving plenty of moisture. The night
temierature is 65° and the house has a
slight shade in winter and a heavier one
in summer."

Buffalo.

Our city, with a large part of the coun-
try, has had a good old fashioned blizzard
accompanied by a large quantity of the
"beautiful." Buffalo people, or a large
part of them, are always praying for
snow in its season, but in reality we are
getting too big a city for snow and sleighs,
and a great fall of snow is now a beauti-
ful nuisance. Lent did not come in and
leave behind any impressions of a very
gay season. Business has been steady
and the funerals of several prominent
eitizen.« made many of our retailers quite
busy, but there was since New Years a
great dearth of social events, which made
quite a difference to the bulk of business
done.

Carnations are now plentiful of all
qualifies and colors. Violets are also very
plentiful and much reduced in price, al-
though they all went off on Valentine's
day with many other flowers. It was a
good day all around. It is strange that
good Mermets should be so scarce for the
past month as they have been. It cannot
be laid at the door of "old Sol," for we
have had more bright days this winter
than for many seasons past. Store
windows are very gay just now with
daffies and bright colored tulips and they
sell very fairly.

Mr. George Pickleman who has leased
the large establishment of Mr. Aldrich oni
West Seneca, just outside the city line, is
preparing plans to remodel the whole
structure. George says they shall be iron
if it takes gold to pay for them.

Our enterprising florist Joseph H. Reb-
stock hasjust secured a lease of a fine
store on the west side of Main street near
Chippewa, and almost opposite his pres-
ent stand, with a new front and great al-
terations in the interior, and a conserva-
tory attachment in the rear. It will when
opened for business be one of the largest
and most finely fitted stores in the coun-
trj'. The ice box will be modelled after
one that is well known in Washington,
D. C, and will be some 40 feet long, 8 feet
high and 3 feet deep. Joe says he needs
that height, so he won't have to cut off
the stems of his Beauties.

Mr. W. J. Palmer, in company with the
writer, visited several of the greenhouses
in Corfu last week. He took a good
look at the carnations houses of W.
Scott. One is j/tor^ span to the south, the
other an equal span and although the new
fashioned house has the advantage of be-
ing oh the south side of the equal span,
yet it did not take the veteran Palmer but

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an instant to see that the advantages of
light were overwhelmingly on the side of
the equal span, and as the owner is most
emphatically of that opinion, there was
no chance tor arow. Webb Bro. are look-
ing well. A large bench of those two fine
carnations, Daybreak and Nellie Lewis
were in grand order. A good source of
revenue to them must be two longhouses
of violets, looking the picture of health,
and from which they are picking thou-
sands of perfect flowers. W. S.

New York.

General dullness and inactivity extends
all through the various branches of trade.
This surprises nobody, it would have
been surprising had it been otherwise.
Dealers have settled down to endure as
best they can the inevitable, and but lit-
tle complaint is heard, although there is
plenty reason for it. Very cold and
stormy weather has prevailed through-
out the wetrk, so the cut of flowers has
been greatly curtailed, and the overstock
which would otherwise have resulted
from the lack of demand has not j'et
begun to make itself felt. In roses the
quality of the stock coming in varies

freatly. Sjme growers are cutting the
nest roses they ever produced; this is
especially true of some of the Watteville,
Mermei and Bridesmaid growers. Others
are having unusually poor results this
year. In American Beauty there is a
larger proportion than usual of useless
blooms. The new rose, Mrs. W. C. Whit-
ney, grown by J. N. May is coming in
beautiful shape and shows everv indica-
tion of becoming a popular market
variety.

Carnation growers still keep up a keen
rivalry and the near approach of the
annual meeting of the Carnation Society
helps to maintain the interest. On every
side one hears discussions without limit
about rooted cuttings, rust, stiiT stems,
big prices, pollen parents, etc. and the
craze will be on until the Carnation So-
ciety meeting is past and the rooted cut-
ting season is over. From present indica-
tions there will be quite a number of the
New York fraternity at the Indianapolis
meeting.

Bulbous stock shows no signs of im-
provement. Double dafTodils arc the only
flowers in the bulb scciion that maintain
anything like their old time hold on the
market. Lily of the valley has never sold
so low as it docs this season. Harrisii
lilies arc also moving very poorly.

Catllcya blooms have l>een in excess of
the demand this season, and for the first
time since they became a staple in the
market the price of these flowers has taken
a serious drop, many lots not realizing
more than twenty to twenty-five dollars
per hundred.

It is reported that Robert Young will
•oon retire from the auction business on
account ol ill health.

After the retirement of Mr. Kobt. B.
Young his auction bunincsn will be con-
tinued by Auk. Kolkcr Hi. S jns.

Mr. li. V. Il.-illock siiilcd for liurope on
the Majestic Wednesday.

Chicago.

Itutiness holds up pretty well; in fact it
it genernllv snid to \« unusunllv good for
the »ea*<in, nnd the nhippifig triidc is rx-
ceptionnlly gr>od. There is not nn over-
stock of mnterinl, except in the line of
balbs. Good roses are riither scarce, par-
ticularly lienuties. Ilybri'ls arc not in
the market yet; a few indifferent Nryrons
aad other sorts have been sent in from

pots, but none from solid beds. Beauties
still go up to $5 a dozen for the best.
Meteors are from $6 to $8 per 100; La
France, Bride and Albany $5. Some very
richly colored Albanys with extra long
stems are grown by Bassett & Washburn.
All good roses are in excellent demand,
and so are good carnations, ordinary
varieties selling for$1.25 to$1.50; fancies
$2 to $2.50. Fine Scotts are coming
from Hancock & Son, Grand Haven,
Mich., and they are greatly admired,
selling on sight.

Bulbs are extremely slow, even valley
taking a drop, a good quality selling for
$2. Romans are a little firmer than they
were, and Dutch hyacinths are worth $5
to $8, some of them being extra fine.
Daffodils go very slowly, selling for $3 to
$4, and tulips are equally slow, some
extra fine Chrysolora being worth $5,
but the average is much below. Callas
don't go at all, and Harrisii is very slow
at $4 to $S.

Among miscellaneous flowers are some
extra fine forget-me-not, which is worth
$2; mignonel te at $1.50 to $3;margueriles
at $1. Violets are in great demand at
$1.50. Smilax is still a drug.

Mr. O. P. Bassett will return from Cal-
ifornia this week, after quite a lengthy
absence.

Mr. H.W. Buckbee, of Rockford, was in
town this week.

A number of the local brethren were at
Indianapolis this week, attending the
sessions of the Carnation Society.

0. J. Friedman has rented a new store
at 145 State street, which place will be
fitted up in an elegant manner. The firm
will take possession of their new quarters
the first week in March, but for the pres-
ent at least their present place will also
be kept running. Landscape gardening
will be a new departure. Mr. John
Thorpe, who has been connected with
Mr. Friedman for some time, will be in
charge of this branch.

Toronto.

A new and interesting plant is bloom-
ing at the greenhouses at Reservoir Park
just now — Richardia Eltoniana (I believe
that is right), the yellow calla lily sent
out by Messrs. Hugh I/Ow & Co. last
year at $25 each. I regret I have been
unable to get out to see for myself what
it is like, but I hear that the bloom is
similar to and as large as the common
white calla with the exception of the
color, which is a bright allamanda yel-
low, the leaves are spotted like the
Richardia maculata, and the plant is a
good strong grower. Not having seen it
I can't say whether it is likely to be use-
ful to florists, but from the description
given I should say that it would. There
are not many on the continent, and per-
iidveiiturc this is the first to bloom, if not
it would be inu-ristiiig to hear from
others who h.ive flowered it.

This city has an economical fit on just
now, a mean piirsimonious lit one might
rail it. The estimate li)r p.irlis . '111(1 gar-
dens came iK-fore the committee the other
day and was cut down and uLiHlicd until
below the minimum for Uecpiiig iliiiigs in
decent oider. Supt. John Cli,iiiiliers will
no doubt do tin- Ikhi that c.iii Ik- done
for the money, but liin hands will be nec-
essarily tied. I'lve tlioiiKriiirl dollars was
allowed to improve and add to the con-
servatory at the Horticultural Gardens
in <,rder to receive the collection of plants
donated by Sir D. L. Macplicrson last
year, but every other improvement asked
for by Mr. ChnmlK-rs was releiitlrsitly
struck out. What a pity it in that men

who really understand the subject of
parks and gardens are so rarely seen in
city councils, those who do have the
authority gencally think they know
more about it than their superintendents,
and the result is a kind of "penny wise
and pound foolish" policy. E.

Boston.

Business in the city remains very fair
for Lent, and while the wintry weather
which we have been experiencing continues
there will be no difficulty in finding sale
for most of the stock coming in. Roses
are particularly in sh >rt supply at
present. There is a ready market for all
that are of sufficiently good quality.
Callas and Harrisii lilies are about the
only flowers that are badly overstocked.
The commission men and the growers
who frequent the flower marketall speak
favorably of this week's trade.

The retail men in the city are all moder-
ately busy. Outside, especially in the
manufacturing towns, there is muchcom-
plaint from the local florists, for the
stoppage of many of the mills and facto-
ries directlv afficts their trade, which
comes principally from the employees of
these establishments.

Some pretty blooms of the Christmas
rose were shown at Horticultural Hall
on Siturday, February 17, by the Bussey
Institution. Everybody admires these
flowers and it is singular that so few of
them are grown.

W. A. Manda, of Orang;e, C. B. Weath-
ered and J. S. Taplin, of N;w York and A.
T. Boddington, of Short Hillsare in town
this week.

McGee & Tiernan is the name of a new
retail flower firm on Broadway, Chelsea,

Pittsfield, Mass.

A well attended meeting of the Berk-
shire County Gardeners' and Florists'
Club took place February 14. The meet-
ings have hitherto beenof a very cold and
uninteresting n.ituie, and after some
discussion an essay committee of five was
appointed to provide an essay for each
meeting. It is now hoped a new impulse
will be generated and kc|)t on, and that
the meetings in future will prove of mate-
rial interest and benefit to the members.

The eel worm is causing great uneasi-
ness in the fraternity in this section and
much d.'im.age is done to roses in the best
greenhouses in the county. .\s a conse-
i|ucnce rose buds arc not so plentiful as
(Icsired. Mr. A. P. Meredith, .\ ho has
had his eye on the worm tliiough the aid
of a powerfiil glass, is experimenting as
to the origination, cause .nnd best pre-
ventive against it, with his well known
energy in everything he unilerlakes, and
it is hoped lie will succeed in his task.
Other pi'oniiiient iiienibeis .irc also doing
their duty, :iiid .it our next meeting some
liractical talks arc expected on the evil
eel worm. In the mcanlinie it would be
wise to watch the roses with a scrutiniz-
ing eye. W. M. Hi)W.\ui)s, Sce'y.

Li'.Nox, Mass. — The gardeners and flo-
ristn iif Lenox and the vicinity have dur-
ing iIr' past moiilli organized a society
tliiil in to be known as the Lenox llorti-
cuUur.il S'iciety. of which V,. J. Norman
is presiilent, J. F. IIuHS, viee-i)'^>'sident, A.
II. nn, treasurer, and \ II Wingett, s,'c-
reliiry. It has started in a most saiis-
faetorv manner, and it is hiped that it
will prove very advantageous to all its
inemlieiH bv making tneni more nc-
qii.'iinled with each other .mil their difTcr-
enl methods of obtaining success.

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The American Florist.

G61

SITUATIONS, WANTS. FOR SALE.

Advertisements under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of lU cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

SITUATION WANTED— By practical German gar-
dener: middle aeed, single man. Best references.
Speaks a Hille English. J K. care Am. Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— By :i lady, where she can
thoroughly learn decorative and desitrning worlt;
salary do object, but would expect board and lodging.
C. E., Uenly. Hays county. Texas.

SITUATION WANTED— By florist and gardener:
well experienced in all branches: age 26. Best of
references. Trlvaie or commercial place. Address
S lUO, care American Klorlst. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED— By a German as florist; a
place with private family preferred. Age2:i. Can
give references if wanted. Address

Ai>OLF Stabler, gen. del. Minneapolis, Minn.

C1ITUAT10N WA NTED— By young man of 20 to learn
io the florist trade. One year's experience on private
place. Fenna. preferred. Address
S C G. 231 N. Penn St.. Allenlown. Lehigh Co.. Pa.

SITUATION WANTED— By a single young man. 33
yearsof age; speaks German and Swedisli. Has
experience in nursery work. Best ol references. Ad-
dress A P. 0922 Ave. C. Parkslde, Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED— By first-class designer a
situation where artistic work is appreelaied Fast
worker; steady and sober. Moderate salary but steady
place expected. Address Y Z. care Am Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— As manager or foreman on
private or commercial place, by young married
Scotchman; lU years' experience: 2 years In this coun-
try. Best references. West ^referred. Address

G. FVFE. Madison. N..J.

SITUATION WANTED— By a flrst-class florist. Ger-
man, single, age 27. Life experience in the busi-
ness, thoroughly in all branches, hunest and sober and
good worker^ Flrst-class references.

H li. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— By Swede, to work in
greenhouses; 2 years In this country; can speak
and write fairly well. Good references from flrst-class
places In Sweden and this country.

AXLE Caulsok. Millbrook. N. Y.

SITUATION WANTED— As heudgardener In private
or commercial place: a thoroughly experienced
florist, fruit and vegetable grower: also landscaper.
Age3(). married, no children. Bestof references. Ad-
dress Parkside, care American biurist.

SITUATION WANTED— As assistant or foreman,
by a young man, sober. Intelligent and of e.xecu-
tlve ability; many vears experience In growing cut
flowers and plants In U, S. and Europe: tood recom-
mendations: northern part of Illinois preferred: state
wages. Address Practical, care American Florist.

ClITliATlON WANTED— By gardener and florist;
O married. German, two children, on private place,
east; IS years' practical experience in greenliouses.
graperies, roses and vegetables: accust<jmed to have
full charge of large places Bestreference-s. Address
K L, box sya. New London. Conn.

SITUATION WANTED— At once, by florist: (ierman
descent: 0 years' experience in roses, carnations
and general stock; 3 years spent In cemetery green-
houses. Good references. Would also like to hear of
good place to rent or take charge. Address with par-
ticulars, F. N. yuiCKEUT, til? Reservoir Ave..

Milwaukee, Wis.

SITUATION WANTED— By an energetic flrst-class
man, as he;id gardener; have had 20 years expe-
rience in the lifst gardens in England among orchids,
stove plants, grapes, etc.. renovating old and laying
outof new gardens, last seven years as liead; flrst-
class references, age 34. Address, stating terms to
Mr. Young. 250 Smith St.. Hartford. Conn.

SITUATION WANTED— The advertiser is 30 years
old, mnrrled. no children, 14 years' experience,
honewt. and of gnoil cliaracter Recommendations
tronj soiiif ol tlu' li utilriL: I'laees of Sweden. lni'!udliig
the Koviil (ianU'Tis; alf-o ,1 \ear-s here; 3 years In pres-
ent place as lieadgardeiiev (.)nly a good place and
treatment wanted. Address Flori.st.

care American Florist, Chicago.

SITUATION WANTKD-By the Istof April, as fore-
man or manager, by a (iennan.i-ingle. has Hi years
prncMcal experience in t:reeiihouses, vegetables, triitts"
fullv luuler^tjind." the foreinL' 1 >l tiowiT.s.ve::ctahles Jind
siiiaM Inill^; iitiHiT^taiHls liie rn;iriaL'einent and laying
oni 111 ;;rniunis, l;i\vn>, t;uii-\- dej-i:-'ns iiiirl j-lirii h>-, fiiliy
undert-taiius the uianageinent ul &touk. poultry, and
that of help: luis seived iipprenticesiilp In Germany,
and has 13 years' e.xpenence in America. At present
taking a short course In agriculture at the Cornell
Unlversltv. Flrst-class reference. Country preferred.
Address KrtiENE Baykk, 14 Linn St.. Ithaca. N. Y.

W

ANTKD— I'lant and seed catalogues. Also .^UOO
Senipervivums and Kcheverlas. R. G. RAl'.
c;ire Bacon House. St. .loseph. Mo.

WANTED Partner, with some money, in rose
growing in ail Its branches. Address
Geo. H. Lamherson, ITl tJlhbs St.. Portland. Ore.

WANTED— Man to grow roses and carnaiions: also
one to grow chrysanthemums and general stock.
Address Cole Bros.. bu.v5T7, Peoria. 111.

\\ ANTED— A salesman In Flore who has also had
»» experience In growing stuff: good reference re-
quired Apply Bool Floral Co., Ithaca, N. Y.

BUSINESS. BUSINESS.

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HARD=T1ME PRICES.

Send for Special Spring Import List of

DWSRF-BUDDED^ TREE ROSES, CLEMfiTlS, ETC.

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Boskoop Holland Nursery Association.

THE PRIZE WINNERS AT WORLDS FAIR, CHICAGO. SPECIAL PRICES.

^'''^^^ C. H. JOOSTEN, Agent, 3 Goenties Slip, NEW YORK.

REAB WHAT FOSTITE IS DOING FOR THE FLORIST against Mildew
on Roses, and Carnation Rust.

*'We are highly pleased with your Fostite and Bellows. No investment ever paid me
better. Not a specla or spot of Mildew on the place/'

Signed, ALBERT KNOPF, President Franklin Park Floral Co., Columbus, 0.

Mention American Florist.

WANTED— Greenhouse asslstnnt; yountr man with
sorae experience and intelligence. State refer-
ences and wages with board per month. Address

Box 35;^ Mlddletown, N. Y.

WANTED— Bv March 1, in private ereenhousea:
experienced assistant gardener; German; salary
$40 a month, room without board Address

E H. c<ire American Florist.

WANTED— Gardener, single, who understands rais-
ing vegetables and fruUc for market. Give ref
erencea and state wages with board. Address

P. O. Box ISri. Mt, Pleasant, Iowa.

WANTED— A good woriier and experienced grower
of roses, carnations. chr%santliemums, and gen-
eral stock of plants. Good State wages Address
ALFKKi) PHAUD. Crown Hill Cem . Indianapolis, Ind.

FOR SALE— One Kroeschell hot water boiler 4x1'.;; 4
vearslnuse Also abi'Ut 4iiOU feet 4-inch pipe.
ART Flukal Co.. y.'U Cottage Grove Ave.. Chicago.

Foil SALE— Four greenhouses, well stocked, with
very valuable piece of ground, reason for selling
Old age. Address W.M. SruiXGBOHX. Dubuque, la.

FOR RENT— At Riverside, 111., greenhouses, boiler,
pipes: all in running order. Kent cheap. Call or
address Peter Readey. lUU Ogden Ave.. Chicago.

FOR SALS— Best opportunity to make money ever
(»ffered. A flrst-class tiorist establishment, and
the only one in one of the best college citle!*. with
overil.uuo wealthy people. Splendid cut flower trade
all the year. Everytldng new, with big stuck of plants
for spring sale. Write for particulars at once. Don't
miss this chance. G J, care American Florist.

FOR SALE— Four greenhouses, of about 4000 square
ft. of glass, heated by hot water; about 150 sashes,
about nxxi square feet of glass loose In bo.xes; 800 feet
of 4-inch pipes, valves, etc. About 2n.))00 tuberose
bulbs (Pearl . The m-eenhouses are filled with all
kinds of the best selling pot plants to bed out in tlie
spring. Stock in flrst-class order. Wlnton Place \s a
nice suburban residence of Cincinnati The business
Is at the Spring Grove Cemetery— Us the largest and
prettiest in the state. 1 am at the C U- & D. and near
theC W. & B. R. R. station: also street car accommo-
dation. No other florl.4t around. Owner of place will
give buyer a lease Rent reasonable. Reason of sell-
ing Is because l wlsli to build upon my own ground la
few miles west of here) Buyer can have possession
of place at once. Will sell reasonable, for cash. Also
large stock of violets. For particulars address

H. SciiLAOHTER. Wlncton Place, Ohio.

1. six Section <"arniody's Champion boiler: 21 Cai^
mody's sash lifters with two wheels and attachments
The above have been in use one yt'ar ami are In per-
fect order, ao Hothed Sash. Coleman s patent, li.xtl. ;i
runs; Ui never been used: 15 been used about two
months. Well painted with two coats of white lead
and oil; all Cvpress. 225 feet 2 Inch pipe. 500 feet I '^
Inch pipe. Pientv Tees. Elbows, Unions. Reducers,
etc k; Ventilating sash all cypress. TUUorSOd feet of
cypress greenhouse bars 2(HJ0 feet of gUi^.s. r,'\l2 I)
thick. I2xis sing S. In fact two prcenhoviscs -n-ith all
their equipment for sale at a bargain, Tnkenoteof
this b-^other Fli>rlsts In New Orleans. Blniilngham.
Vlcksburg. Mobile and Atlanta. You will never see a
belter chance than this. All this equipment Is new.
not thrown out tiecause it is too old and out of date
I sell because 1 am tired of digging in the dirt, and
sick nf lighting so many pests.

<itO. W. ST.VrLK. MernIiHii. Miss.

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SPECIAL OFFER FOR 30 DAYS

To Introduce Our Superh Frogressive XX
aad XXX Mamniotli \'erberia Seed.

There'll be some that will span the silver half and
make progressive Florists liiuj;h. Once plant, and
you'll a customer be. That's what we are alter, don t
you see. Large trarle packet XX 20 een s: XX.N.
30 cents for 31) days only. (To secure these rates,
mention special offer; use both gradesl. In Gibson s
sweet-scented Hybrids you will And all that can be
desired In the l"aus.v H oz.. Jl; H oz., fl.W; trans-
planted seedlings 7.0 per hundred. Our hand
hybridized llouDle t'etunia seed will produce the
kind Yuu will want to sell. Fine doubles and frilled
singles. 5UU seeds 7oc, I.IWI seeds *l.'25. The double
white scablosa snowball Is the best thing out for sum-
mer and tall culling H oz 25c.. 'i oz. ma., ^a oz. wto.
Seeds all bv mall postpaid. Descriptive wholesale
price-list of Ntiveltlcs and SipeciaUics free to all.

Address, cash with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, N. J.

CHOICE VINES,

For Immediate Shipment.

5.003 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. 1 year, pot frrown,
fine, . . S7 Oil per 100

1,000 AKEBIA QUINATA. (a fiue climber, bears a
rich maroon flower) . . . S6 00 per 100

3,0:0 CLEMATIS PANICULATA. (creamy white
fl wers iu clusters, very fragrant piofuse
bloomer), I year pot grown, fiue, SIO per 100

5,000 HONEYSUCKLES. Golden. Halls Japan a-xl
Fragrans, strong plants. . .S6 00 per 100

2,000 ENGLISH IVY. 1 year, very fine, «8.00 per 100

THE WM H. MOON CO.,

MORRIS VILLE, PA.

662

The American Florist.

Feb. 22,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Adrertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column. S14.00.

Cash with Order.

Xo Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times. 5 per cent: 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertlslne nepartment of the .\mericajj
Flokist Is for Florists. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those Hoes OXLV. Please to

remember it.

Orders for less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach usl>y Monday to secure
Insertion tn the issue for the followinK Thursday.

Address THE AIHERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago,

A SPIKE OF CANNA bloom. a seedling of
the Crozy t.vpe, was recently sent us by
W. R. Adams, of the Omaha City Parks.
who informs us that it is a most prolific
bloomer, producing its flowers in quantity
all summer. The color is light red,
saffased with yellow, and though the
flowers are medium in size the size of
spike should make it very showy.

Orchid growers have auother trouble
to contend with in the shape of a beetle
(Xyleborus morigerus) which infests den-
drobiums and doesmuch injury by boring
into the shoots. It is said not to be a
British snecies, but is supposed to have
been imported with the plants. A corre-
spondent of The Garden recommends im-
mediate cutting off and burning ot the in-
fested shootsas theonlv courseto pursue.

Mr. Walter Henry Williams of the firm
of Keynes, Williams & Co., Hon.
Secretary of the Wilts Horticultural Soci-
ety for the past twi-Ive or thirteen years
and member of the floral cammitteeof the
Royal Horticultural Society, died at
Parkhurst, Salisbury, on January 14- of
pneumonia at the age of 31. Mr. Will-
iams was an enthusiastic dahlia grower,
hia specialty being theraisingof new vari-
eties of the single and cactus type.

Park Ridge, N. J.— James Duncan, of
this place has sold his greenhouse estab-
lisbment to Jt)hn Bet nelt, late of Rye, N.
Y. Mr. Bennett wi 1 add to the glass,
and conduct a gci.eral retail business
with the asaiatance ot his two sons.

Mari.nktte, Wk,— Fisher & Burten-
•baw 18 the atvic of a new firm here, com-
pnaed of D. J Fisher and F. Burtenshaw,
the latter formerly of Chicago.

WiLKKSiiARki:, Pa —Ira G. Marvin has
•old hit Plymouth gnci h)usc8, ofliceand
atock to Wm. H. Van Plcea.

Erie, Pa.— Mr. H. Tong mourns the
death, from mrmbrancoua croup, of his
Sycnr old (on Ilulx-rt, on January 26.

Nkw Ori,ea.n». La.— Mr. R. N. Little
baa removed to corner of Cadiz and Per-
ricr atreeta.

Do vol' WANT a liat of the lending park
autirrintmdrnta of America? You will
find iuih a liat in our trade directory
and reference h<<.>k.

Do vol- WAST nn nlphnl>eticnl lint r>f the
chrvannthrmiim* in <r>mmerccin America,
withcinaa ami a brief nrcurnterlracription
of each one. and aynonyma noted? You
will find auch a liat in our trade direct-
Orv nnri rrfrrrnrr IkkiW.

Pi,KA«R mention the Ami'.hican Pi..o-
•WT every time you write lo an adver-
tiarr in rhme cnlnmna.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Gommlsslon Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

45 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

CAN

FOR DECORATING, """qSSl

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HAMUS.

CUT STRINGS s to iz feet long, so cts.

shi|>pe<l ill large or saiall quantities to any part of the countrj'. Orders by mail, tele-
grapli iir telepltune

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

]M[xx«st 13^ Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

SFH&GNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
M. EJ. HA.I«TF*OPei>, '8 Chapman Place, :B0S*T0IV.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SCCCKSSOK TO

FEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successors to WM. J. STEWART,

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

^^WHOLESALE.^^

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

Wild Smilax,
Pines and
Palmettos

FOR DECORATIONS

,\T LOW rililKKS.

Low freicht rates by steamer to New York,
Boston, Philadelphia and Baltimore.

A. C. OELSCHIG.

SAVANNAH, GA.

Orciiid Cut Flowers.

CATTLEYAS, $50 per hundred.

PITCHER & MANDA,

UNITED STATES NTJRSERIES,

SHORT HILLS, N. J.

Lady Hiim Caiptifill Violets,

t,i.i*) per 1(1(1; iir f2S.0O per 101.11
WWl. MATHEWS.

W.'Wl \ ll'« f ,r<-l-|lll<MIMI-||.

I IK ,\. N. V.

ALTERNANTHERA.

Hlr.pnK nM,l..<l cijllliiini. iiropngatiMl Inut mil.

I*. MAJOR la-Kl ri'<1 Ill III |ior lim

A. .NANA. I«'«t ri'lL.w .', IJU iH'r IMU

HEirE FLORAL CO. Kantat Clly, Mo.

Wholesale.
FloristvS

N. E. CORNER

tV*^ 13th & Chestnut Sts.

PHILADELPHIA.

Mention American Klorisi

SAMUEL S. PE1VN0CK~

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

f>liiIncloIi3liin, X>a.

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,

W. ELLISON.

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

I402 PINE STREET,
(Siiri'i'imor tn KI.M.SON « KUKIIN),

*^« WHOLESALE »^^<«-

112a I-'IITJC STUKET,
A ooinpletA lliiA of Wire nanlffna.

DAN'L B. LONG,

COMMISSION • FLORIST,

495 Washington SL, BUFFALO, N. Y.

rOICCINO Hlll.ltH, FM>KIHTH-Hliri'f.IR8,
L,UN<rH KI.OKISTH* I'MOTOtiKAI'HH.

I.tRtfl, TeriuR. &o. f>n appllcatloD.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

663

E. H. HUNT,

WbolesslePlorist

79 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND Ai;l.

FI^OSISTS' SUFFI^IES.

Western Acent for the GKEAT ANTIPEST.

FLINT KENMCOTT, FRED. W. H. SUNDMACHER.

President. Secy and Treaa.

Kennicott Bros. Co.

34 &, 36 RANDOLPH STREET,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and TLOBISTS' SUPPLIES.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

General Agents for Chicago and the Northwest of
Kelsey'8 Beautiful New Southern Galax Leaves*
B.OO per lUOU; 2i cents per lUO.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Florist,

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

4-5 LAKE STREET,

IN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, CHICAGO.

EEIIVBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses. Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE.

Telephone J9;j7. C"HIC5A.G^O.

MONS. OLSEX.

IIoHACE It. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

■ Tel. Main 4TS*;. ConsigninentK Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GON TIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICOLTORAL AUCTIONEERS.

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,

FLORISTS'
VASES.

Let us book your order no w for a copy
of our new trade directory and reference
book to be issued next month. Price $2.

©yVRofe^SaPc MarfteCA.

Cut Flowers.

NEW York. Feb. 20.

Roses, Bon Sllene, Gentler. Nlpheios l.OU® 3.U0

Perle 2.U0@ 4.0U

Mermet. Bride 3.1j0@ e.OO

Cusln, Wattevllle 3.0U® B.OO

HoBte a.ouo B.lJO

La France 6.00012.00

Meteor 4.00®10.00

Bridesmaid o.00<5j 8.00

Beautv 6.(X)@50.00

Hybrids 15.00@35.0O

Carnations 75® S.UO

MlKnonette 2.00® 8.00

Hyaclnihs. Narcissus 1.00® 3.00

Valley. Tulips 1.00® 3.U0

Violets 75® 1.26

Harrisll 6.00@12 00

Smllax 10.00®15.00

Adlantum l.tO® 1.50

Lilacs, per bunch 1.00®$1.50

BOSTON. Feb. 20.

Roses, Nlphetos 3.00

Gontler 4.0O

Perle. Sunset 5.00® ti.OO

Bride. Mermet t).0u®16.00

American Beauty 8.00@60.00

Carnations 1.00® 2.00

fancy 3.1-0® 4.00

Lily of the valley 1.00® 4 00

Roman Byaclnths, Freesla 1.00® 1,50

Trumpet narcissus. Daffodils 2.00® 4.00

Callas. Harrisll.

Mltrnonette

Violets

Panstes, MyoBOtls..

Tulips

Adlantum

Smllax

Asparagus

. 6.00®I0.00

. 2.00® 8.00

. 65® 1.00

1.00

.00

1.00

12.50

50.00

PHILAnELPHlA. Feb. 20.
Roses, Perle, Gontler. Nlphetos. . 3.00® 4.00

Cusln, Wattevllle. Hoste 4.00® 6.00

Bride. Mermet. La France fi.OO® 8.00

Katserln. Bridesmaid. Testout 6.0O®ia.0O

Belle. Beauty 2o.0O®35.00

Lalngs 20.UO®26.00

Brunner 40.00@aO 00

Carnations. H. Keller 6.00

Ophelia. Sweetbrler, Daybreak 2.00® 3 OO

Edna Craig 2.00® 3.00

Valley 3 to® 4.0O

Romans. Paper white 2.00® 4.00

Daffodils 3 00® 5.00

Smllax 12.00®15.00

Adlantum 1.00® 1.50

Violets 1.00® 1.50

Mignonette 1.60® 2.00

Asparagus .50.00@75.00

Harrioll lilies 10.00®12.0O

Callas 6. 00® 8.00

J-reesIa 1. 00® 1.60

Tulips 4.0C® 5.00

Cattleyas 40.00

Chicago, Feb. 21.

Roses, Perle. Nlphetos. Gontler 3.00

Bride. .Mermet. La trance 3 00® 4 00

Wootton. .Meteor, Bridesmaid 4.00® 8.00

Beauty 10 00S35.UO

Ml.\ed .... 3.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.60

" fancy 2.00

short .75

Valley. Romans, narcissus 2.00® 3.0O

Tulips. Daffodils 3.00® 4.00

Tulips, fancy 5.0O

Dutch hyacinths 6.0O® 8.00

Violets ,1,IK)® L.W

Callas. Harrisll 4.00® 8.0(1

Mignonette 1.5U® 2 00

Smllax 8.00®I5.00

Asparagus . 60.00

Orchids 15.0a@50.00

CINCINNATI. Feb. 19.

Roses, Beauty 35,UU®75 00

Mermet, Bride 5.00® H 00

Perle.. 3.00® 4 00

Narcissus Von Slon 4.00

Trumpet Major, Paper white 3.0O

Callas. Hanlsll 8.0(1

Vallev 3.00® 4,00

Romans 2 00

Violets, pansles 1-00

Asparagus 50.00

Smllax.. 10.00®15.WI

Adlantum 100

Buffalo. Feb. 19.

Roses, Beauties 10.00®26.00

Mermet. Bride, Bridesmaid 0.00® 8,00

Meteor 7.0O®12.00

Gontler. Perie. Nlphetos, Hoste 5.00® 6.00

Cusln. Wattevllle 5.00® 6.00

Carnations, long l.Sti® 2 WJ

Davbreak 2.i>0

short 1.00

Valley 3.00® 4 Wl

VIoleu 1.00®1..'>0

Hyacinth". Narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Tulips, daffodils 3.IX)® 4,00

Callas

Harrisll

Mignonette

Pansles

Myosiitis

Adlantum...

Smllax

Asparagus. .

8.00
10.00
8 2.00
1,00
1.00
1,26
16,00
50, IW

WELCH BROS..
Wholesale Florists,

wo. 2 BEACON STREET,

Near Tremont St.. BOSTON, MASS.

Mention American Florist.

BURNS R RflYNOR,

49 West 28th Street,

NEW YORK,

Wliolesale Sealers in
and Shippers of

Choice Flowers

OUR SPECIALTIES:

AMERICAN BEAUTIES,

METEORS.
BRIDESMAIDS.

CUT FLOWERS.

BiOSES, standard varieties
and novelties

Carnations, all the new

sorts in finest quality.

VIOLETS, MIGNONETTE AND VALLEY.

riR.ST QUALITY STOCK.
WHOLESAXE ONLY.

THOS YOUKG, Jr..

20 WEST 24th ST , NEW YORK

WALTER F. SfiERIDflN,

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application,

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IH

Cut « Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

117 W- 30th St., new YORK.

fhe Oldest Eitablished Commission House in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE. CAREFUL PACKING.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

NEW YORK: CITY-

Egtablished 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST 2BTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange, 408 E, 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W 29th Street. HEW YORK,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

Careful ^'•ipplng to all parts of the country
i'rice list on application.

664

The American Florist.

Feb. 22.

Hfie ^eei Urac^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BCRPEE. Philadelphia, president; A. !•.
Don. 8«cretarT aod treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane, (wUl probably be tield In Toronto.)

Am. Seed Trade Association.

At the twelfth annual meeting of the
executive committee of The .\merican
Seed Trade .\ssociation held in New York,
Fehruarj- 6. 1S94, it was

Resolved: That it is the unanimous voice
of the executive coiiiinittee of the .•\meri-
ean Seed Trade Association, meeting in
New York. February 6, 1894.:— That it is
the undoubted sense of said association
to protest most earnestly against the
passage of the so-called Wilson bill as it
relates to garden seeds appearing on the
free list. That as a body of seed growers
and seed dealers throughout the United
States, — while advocating the retention
of the present advalorem duty of 20 per
cent. — we would strongly recommend the
adoption of a specific dutj- upon the ditfer-
cnt species.

We are pronounced in this view for the
reason that an advalorem du'v tends to
encourage the importation of low grade
seeds to the serious injury of the crops of
American farmers and gardeners. It is a
well known fact that, with but very few
exceptions, feeds of all varieties of vege-
tables can be grown of better quality, and
in every way better suited to the Ameri-
can climate, at home than abroad. So
thoroughly is this fact appreciated that
European growers are compelled to send
annually for .American grown stock seeds.
It wi 1 be seen that our advocating a
really protective duty on seeds is not only
in the interests of the American seed
grower alone but the planter of seeds as
well — the trucker and farmer. Seeds are
not as raw material, quality is insured
only at the expense of diligent labor, —
such intelligent labor cannot be secured
by the underpaid larm peasantsof Kurope. I
W. Atlee Burpef., President.

A. L. Do.N, Secretary.

Mr. E. V. Haluock of yueens expects
to sail lur Paris soon.

Mr. W. Atlee Burpee will soon make
a trip to Caliloroia.

The cannrrs of the U. S. held their
annual convention in Chicago the past
week.

The severe storm orsome other cause
has c»uM:d a seriono filling off in the mail
trade Febru iry 12-17.

Mr J. A. pRABP.R, liitc with W. Elliott
& S ins in npotiid to htive taken n him-
ilar position with Wm. H i);cman, Pbila.

There skems to de a di«position
omi.nK xroAcrs on cuntmct t'l make
tiyvnr concrssions on orders for crop of
1804. ,1

VisiTKO Chicaoo: Everett W Chirk,
II f.r» A S.iz t& Hro , AlUrt L.indri-ih,
W. A. L.nvbrifiK.-, L.J C"r\rll iind Col.
K nj{ tif .Mi>iiieii)><>li*; K. EnKlcmnn,
Omiihii; C. II. Allen. Ploral P.irk.

Aliianv, N. Y.— The .M>irri»on & West-
fall Co. 'nn% ficrn inrf>rp«riiicd hrrc to
deal in field nnd j{»irden nerds, nurlcult-
U''"l itn'ili m<-nts, etc, with n niiiiial of
$100 000. Director*, l^'in.ird Morrison,
Prank I). Hiilstcad nnd Philo J. Wcstlull.

^@!®

NEW CROP ONION SEED

4:1 OO PER POUND-

^D I " ^^ ^^ Either RED WETHERSFIELD or
^^^ ■ YELLOW DANVERS.

^P.25 PER POUND for

^^ ^ American Grown Prizetaker,

In lots ol FIVE POUNDS of one kind or assorted

as desired. With every $5.00 order goes Fkeh a

copy of Greiner's Newest end Best Book,

'ONIONS FOR PROFIT," telling all the Se-

rets of Success in Old and Kew Onion Cijltukb.

If You Garden for Profit

■\ ou can save money and should buy at Wholesale

Prices, as quoted in BURPEE'S BLUE LIST

for 1894. It is mailed Free to Market Gardeners every-

wlirre who, while entitled to the lowest prices possihU\

should always be sure to get Only the Best Seeds That

Grow! BURPEE'S SEEDS ARE WARRANTED,—

feiv equal, none />etter—a.nd are annually sold direct to many mote

planters than are the seeds of any other growers.

W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Seed Growers, Philadelphia, Pa.

a^ If you have not already seen BURPEE'S FARM ANNUAL for 1894, write for it TO-DAY A
handsome book of 17.- paj>e.-i.il is pronounced hy papers eveiy where Pie LeatHni^ American Seed Caialopue.
It tells all about the Choicest Vegetables and Most Beautiful flowers for Thb Home Gakden.

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

F. O. B. NEW YORK.

We offer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at |9.00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to being unsold.

oWhbl ibAui California grown.

We are headquarters for C?liiornia
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED & PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)
427-9 Sansome St., ,?3fl FranCiSCO, Cal.

HuisgDoscD Brottiers,

OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

I'LT IKl I'er 1000

LILIUM SPECIOSUM ALBUM .8000
ROSKUM . 6.00
RUBRUM . 5.00

SINGLE BEGONIAS, fine bulbs,
new crop, finest strain, in 4 sepa-
rate colors ... 4.00 35.00

CONVALARIA MAJALIS, German
pips. 1.00 8.00

TUBKROSRS, Pearl and Tall, Al
(big) bulbs. ... . . .90 7.50

LOW BUDDED ROSBS, in sorts,

Dulcli Stock 9.00

KnKlish Stock 11 00

All other plants or shrubs can be ordered for

March. '91 delivery.

HLLSEBOSdl HWOS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN I SONS,

Houlvaarl-Overveen near Haarlem. Holland.

Growers of Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, N.ir-

cis%us, etc. Catalogue free on application.

Special prices given lor large quantities.

Bait>>l>llMl><.<< I tfHSX-m.

GLADIOLUS BULBS

SrrflliiiKft of iMflJ, fritiii cln>icc*t tininrd varicli'H,
I^inoinr'H iiihI ('tnndnvrniilN. I In l|^-inch, war-
ranlf-d to l>l< oni thio nniNoii. fir Of) i>rr KKM),

Nnnird vHTn nixl ScrdlliiKK niixr<l. I |v !o 2!4-hi.
tlO (X) |K-r inO(). At Irnnt otic third uf thcnlwvc nrc
whii<-« and IlK^it. Nochrap DrcnchlcyciiHls and
ujnitnofi rcd»

WM. FERGUSON, Groveland, Mass.

Suiiiiiier Deilveri!

(JULY AND AUGUST.)
l»AL»1 .«KKl).S itrom California and
Australia).
TKKK I'KRN STEMS.
FKKKSIAS. We will have a million of FreesiaS

running from 7-lri to H of an Inch.
CALL AS. Dry roots In all sizes.
LIL. LONGIFLORlI.n.
CALIFORNIA S.HALL BULBS.
Brodlajas, Calocbortus, I-Yltl Marias.

Advance Price List ready. Send for It. We want
your orders now. Address

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

SD6ciai LOW oiter.

WE BEG TO OKFER :

LILIUM LANCIFOLIUM (SPECIOSUM) RUB-
RUM at $}6 per 1,000. Strong Bulbs, size
S-IO inches circumference.

CLEMATIS assorted. LeadinR kinds. Strong
plants. 5 to 6 feet IiIkIi; 3 to 6 shoots at
$200 per 1,000. Ditto. Second size. 4 to
6 feet. 1 to 3 shoots at $160 per 1,000.

M. KOSTER & SONS, Nurserymen,

BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

Z. De Forest Ely & Co.

WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN,

Growers i^9 Importers Of Bulbs.

jro^^i^T^s I3V
FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

1024 Market Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

ITloo lists til di'aliTN liM iippUi'iillcin.

"V DREER'S

OflRDtN SEE.DS,

Plants. Bulbs & Renuisiles.

■||h V Ml.- Ihc best at tlie

owisl prices. Trade List to-

Mirci .pLiilerly. mailed free

to tlu- t link- only.

IIKNRV A. OUKKK,

IMilliiflelpliln, I'a.

'^•sx-x-x^^^

I

IJPLANTS! BULBS!

Kvrrvlliliik' ai'iurlalnlni lo ()u< Farm
iiml IJurilrn of tht- ItcHt nnd cuulcL-iit

quuiity. riiicr.s Ki<;iiT.

Caliilo^riic oil nppllrnllon.

WEEBER &. DON.

114 Chambcrb St.. New York City

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YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice plants in 2-inch p ts :

Per 100 Per 100

Am. Beauties, $7 00
Bridesmaids, 5 00
Kaiserin, 4 00

La France, 3 50

D'ch. of Albany, 3 50
Brides, 3 50

Mermets, $3 50

Perles, 3 50

Woottons, 3 50

Mme. Hoste, 3 50

Bennetts, 3 50

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated
from selected wood. \A^e raised the above to grow for ourselves,
and it will give better satisfaction than stock which has been
raised simply to sell.

BASSETT & WASHBURN,

Hinsdale, 111.

YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following; very choice Plants in 2 1=2 in. pots.

Per 100.

Mermets, - $3 50
Perles, - - 3 50
Woottons, - 3 50
Papa Gontiers, 3 50
Meteors, - - 3 50

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
La France, - 3 50
D'ch of Albany, 3 50
Brides, - - 3 50

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated from selected wood.
We raised the above to grow for ourselves, and it will give better satis-
faction than stock which has been raised simply to sell.

Daybreak per 1000 $15.00

Tidal Wave " lOOO

Silver Spray " 10.00

CARNATIONS,

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Avenue, 0H10.A.00.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

We have a very fine stock of the folio-wing plants, from 2-inch pots,
which we are pleased to offer.

Per 100 Per 100

AM. BEAUTY,

$7.00

BRIDESMAID,

5.00

LA FRANCE, -

- 3.50

ALBANY,

3.50

BRIDES,

- 3.50

MERMETS, -

- 3.50

KAISERIN,

- - $4.00

PERLES, -

3.50

WOOTTONS.

- - 3.50

MME. HOSTE,

3.50

BENNETTS,

- - 3.50

our list)

$3.00 per 100

CHRYSANTHEMUM PLANTS, (Send tor our ust)

This stock is all grown from the best and strongest wood, and we are
certain that it will give satisfaction.

J. B. DEAMUD &, CO.,

45 Lake St., OHIC^VOO.

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Brides, Cusins,

Bridesmaids, Niphetos,

Meteors, Perles,

Hostes, Beauties,

Mermets, Testouts, La France.

C^ Address for quotations
Villa Lorraine Koserles, MADISON, N. J.

Mentton American

BULBS

Send List of What You Need.

WE CAN
SAVE YOU

MONEY.
A. BLANC & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.

NEW PLANTS

OF STERLING MERIT.

ROSE MRS. W. G. WHITNEY.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS:

Yellow Queen, Achilles, Malmaison, May-
flower, Minerva and Titian,

and all other really good things in this line. .

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, NEW JERSEY.

Mention American Florist.

100,000 Roses Ready Now

All sizes 2. 3 and 4 Inch pots, best varieties. Also
all kinds of Beddine Plants. Palms, \c. Will be
pleased to receive a List of Your Wants, and
quote Lowest Figures.

Wholesale Catalogue Mailed to Florists.

We have an immense stock In t)est of condition,
and guarantee satisfaction and low prices. Ad-
dress

NANZ & NEUNER,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Bridesmaid.

Young stocky tine and healthy, now
ready, from healthy, cool grown
stock, at $6 per 100; $50 per 1000.
W. A. KENNEDY, Lake Forest, III.

VERY STKON<; ST4>CK, weli routed, and es-
pecially adapted for pots, very best varieties of forcing
roses, as: Capt. Christy. La France, Fisher Holmes.
Van Hontte. Mario Baumann. Altred Coh'tub. I'lrlch
Brunner tils, Grace DarllnK. (iluire de t>lji)ii. Mn^na
Charta. tien. .lacqueminot. Barunne de Kuthsclilld.
Mervellle de I.yon. etc.. S4U per llXiO for cash, postpaid
Hamburg excl.embiiling. I. TIMM & CO.,

Kluishurn, llolstelu, Germany.

GREENHOUSe HEKTING.

BY A. D. FOWLEH.

ExT>Ialnc fully all the best systems of beating
greenhouses by both hot water and low-pressure
steam. Tells you tlie points to consider In selecting
an apparatus. How to adjust same to various loca-
tions; gives the results of the latest scienliflc ex-
periments Shows how to compute the number of
feet of pipe required for a given space; draftand
other im portant matters.

It is highly commended by Mr. John Thorpe and
others. Postpaid, 7i>c.

Sent on receipt of price. Address,
CHICAGO.

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Feb. 22^

St. L.ouis.

A week of continuous cold weather has
kept the market in a healthy state, and
as a result stock has been selling well
right along. Shipping orders have been
more numerous also, and have helped to
keep things going. Lilac has made its
appearance in fair quantity, and seems to
take fairly well; quite a number of tulips
also have been on the market, but arenot
selling any too freely.

The last meeting of the bowling teams
was well attendedand wasquiteexciting;
the high record of 23S for this series was
twice broken, Mr. Beyer rolling 248. and
afterwards Jules Benecke made 257. From
present indications it appears as though
Mr. Benecke will capture both the medal
for highest individual score, and also for
highest average. Dr. Helwig, captain of
team No. 2, electrified the bojs by making
a score of 87 for a full game, and it will
be some time before he hears the last of the
matter. Team No. 2 in its third game
rolled a total of 1274 pins which is the
record to date. R. F. T.

Baltimore.

A week of unexampled extremes in tem-
perature has just ended, beginning with
a Sunday mild and balmy as a day in
later May. By the middle of the week
we had January in appearance and tem-
jx;raturc. hard frozen snow and ten de-
grees Fahrenheit, finishing with another
Sunday like the last.

Trade in flowers and house plants con-
tinues fair. To be sure, the heaviest de-
mand in flowers is for funeral work, as
people die right along in I^nt as well as
at other seasons, but a very nice little
percentage comes from our Jewish citi-
zens, who marry and arc given in mar-
riage regardless of Chiistian fast days,
and who, with all their supposed close-
ness, are very fond of flowers.

.Mr. M. A. Hantske's new store. No.
1414 North Charles, near Union Depot,
is a great improvement on the old one.

Mr. John Wiedcy is reported as being
finite scrioiislv ill.

Mack.

For Sale.

• • • • •

Ten shares of the A. T. De La
Mare Printing and Publishing
Co., l-t'd, (/ lorisls Exchange).
Apply to

ERNST ASMUS,

WEST HOBOKXN. N. J.

WE HAVE all*

New Gannas, and at
tli6 riQlit prices.
Write tor our list ot
World's Fair
Medal Varieties.

Our Spring Book for Florists, com-
plete in all lines, is now beingf
mailed. Ask for it if you are not
on our lists. It is worth asking for.

Vaughan's Seed Store,

New York.

CHICAGO.

HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS.

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CUI^TIVAXJON OF THE ROSE,

And Other Flowering Plants ior Cut Flowers, sent to any address

■Ipon receipt of $2.00. IVI. a. hunt, Xerrc Mauce, Ind.

GEO. W. WEST,

GROWER AND EXPORTER OF

BERMUDA BULBS,

Lilium Harrisii, Liliutn Longiflorum,

Freesia Refr. Alba, Calla Lily,

Amaryllis Johnsonil, French Cannas. 1",'."'.

Amaryllis Regina, White Rom. Hyacinths

CTCAS FAI.IVI LEAVBS

A Specialty.

SHELLY BAY, - - BERMUDA.

COLEUS. COLEUS. COLEUS.

AimI wv urti iflvlni; tlii'in iiwikv. (^olileii lU'dilcr. lioltk'n

giH-4>n iind Crlmwjn VcrftoImtTeltil. nt Hi por HKW.

Other varlirllfH. our Heluctlun. iitf^i pur lOUU.

A(iKllATl.M. liliK'und while I .7.') per IWI

KKCIISIAS. thi' li-iiillii|iiiorU I.IU

'I'he Riinit' frum MiiU. l.IiTi "

I'KTINIAS 1.40

IIKI.IO'l'lIlii'K. 4Tniiotlos 1.00

MAI, VIA MI'l.KNIJKNrt 1.00

ciiBh iiiiint alwnytt nrronipnny tho ordor.

J. E. FELTHOUSEN,

370Van Vranken Ave.. SCHENECTADY. N. r.

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SPECIAL OFFER.

I'criOO Per 1000

UnBurpfiHHiHl MiiiiiinoUiH,-*'i-lncIi pots — Ri.UO ^6.00

rooUMciittlriKH. I'if. lO.OU

(Jcnoml collection, imined. I IW t*00

•J!.4-lnch potB... -Zii) 20.00

Heiid for prlei' list of CarnallonB, CUryBanthoiDumj

and utliur tlurlnt ntock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

MR. (iONZALEZ IN JAPAN.

■r. Oonzalaz <i\ the firm ot F. Gonialoz & Co., ol Sail l'r,incisc(>, lor the past two iminths has been (raveling and col-
tecttnt; the Iriu'.t ami rarest stock of Japonoko Planim, Inilhs, etc., etc., that can be hail in Japan.

He will return with stock on or aboui Fabruary Iba 21th, when he will be prepareil to supply all ordars. His twenty years
experience In the importing business insures to all that Ins selections are carefully anil well m;uU' lli' iiiuleisianils the natural habit and
Krowth of every plant of note or worth of Japan, as well as the pleasures and whims ol Amarlcan fanciors.

Tha fair daaling, the superior stock, the careful attention K<vinf( to packing and shlpmonta by Mr. Gonzaloz's linn
MCurrs for him ilie rnioyment ol a steady and ever increaslnt; trade.

Persons conlrmplalinK handlini: A No. 1 stock will do well to communicate early wiln

F. GONZALEZ & CO., Wayne and Crescent Ave., San Francisco, Cal.

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Ovye Great Specialty- The new

LARGE fLOWERING CANNAS AR£ THE
BEDDING PLANT5 Of THE EUTURCWe
HAVE ALL THE: BE5T 50RT5 AND NONE
SUTTHE BEST ThE PICTURE 5H0W5^
UERY * 5MALL PAR.T Of OUR GREAT
DI5PiAY^0E0VER 4,000 PLANT5 Af THE

WORLDS FAIR. Send roR - our cafalogue giving^ full ^^

LI5T or V/ARIflT I E5 ^ji^ggiWE^ OEEER. ■ |, . . -"' /

Siebrecht&Wadley,

b.qzi eill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American Florist.

ORCHIDS SUITABLE^'h^TRADE

The Leading 1-cinds for
cut flower pxarposes.

I. FORSTERMAN,

NEWTOWN, I.. I., N. Y.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A urantl selection for Stove. Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be plonwed to Interview
buvers or reply to any coiiimunlcatlon arldressed to
him at 2U5 Greenwich St., Now York City.

VCDQCUAV MAMUOTH. perfectly dean,
VLnOLnHjf strong plants, $2 per 100. Trans-
planted Cuttings. $1.00 per 100. Rooted Cuttings.
Sti.OO per 1000. All to color. Cash.

W. B. WOOODRUFF, Florist, Westfield, N. J.

FA.NCV.

the Wholesale Trade,

4,000,000 EVERGREEN CUT FERNS

ESPECIALLY FOR FLORIST'S USE.

E£$1.25 PER THOUSAND FERNS.

IN LOTS OF 5000 AND UPWARDS, $1.00 PER 1000. Ferns fnr-
nished the year round. Special attention given to supplying

100,000 VERBENAS.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.
Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.

Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send (or circular. . . .

We are the largest growers of Verbenas in the country. Our sales reaching last year
315,600. Our plants this year fully equal, If not surpass, any we have ever grown.

J, t,, I>ir^I^O:Pr, :Blooja:»sit»»are;, F»^.

\rE> rj:bk^iv A.S

F.

Superbly colored large flowering sorts. Best varieties in cultivation. Ready
now. Fine Healttiy Plants in assortment. |2.5o per lOO; $20 00 per lOOO.
Finely Rooted Cuttings, Jt.OO per lOO; $8.00 per 1000. If wanted later will book
orders for future shipment up to May 1. We pack light and guarantee satisfaction.

WALKER & CO., "tomSvTLL'I^KY.

'WH'V 3VOT Tie'V

A FEW ORCHIDS ?

Thev are ^ery Cheap. They are Easily

Grown. They .Sell Well.

They always attract attention In store or greenhouse.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO.,

304 TF. MadUon St.. BALTTMOKE, MD.

CCCnC Ilarest newest, cheapest Carnations. Plco-
OLlUO tees from 100 best named kinds 60o: 400
sorts fl; loUO sorts Ki. all pot KTOwn. (Jreatest variety
In Europe. Be astonished; get list. wUl pay you. No
such value. „ .. . _.

A. BROUNT, Crowboro, Sussex, England.

Galax Leaves.

You cannot afford to be mthout them if you
sell Cut Flowers and Decorate. Especially for
Christmas. Big money in them. I sold :{06.000
in 3 months last winter. $2.0iJ per 1000 by ex-
press. Sample 100 sent by mail on receipt of 50c.
LINCOLN I. NEFF, Florist,

4010 Kutler St., IMTTSMUKG, PA.

AGENT FOIt HARL.W P. KELSEV.

EXTRA CHOICE. FLOWtR SEEDS.

I.lst free on applicatlfin.

FRED. ROEMER, SEED GROWER,

QUEULINBUKG, GEKftlAJtY.

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Feb. 22.^

Paris, Fkance. — A serious fire and ex-
plusion was caused by the uosetting of a
lamp in Yilmorin, Atidrieux &Co.'s estab-
lishment February 11. The flames were
put out before serious damage was done,
but an afcer-explosion, caused by bring-
ing a candle into contact with an oil
tank, shook all the adjoining buildings
and seriously burned seventeen workmen
and ten firemen, one ol whom was killed
outright.

How Shall We Classify Them ?

I would like to knojv in what class you
locate a certain kind of florists who send
out trade catalogues and then sell a dol-
lar's worth of plants to one's customers
as low (and sometimes lower) than to
the florist. To a man up a tree they are
worse than the street fakir or the dry
goods man who adds flowers to his
stock. Jed Mount.

Our stock is Uirgc and handsome, con^iisling of

70 to 75 varieties, including the ver>'

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection I. at S<i.50 per 1000 by express; in 20
varieties, at Sl.OO per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at J2.00
per 100 by mail.

Golden VerschaRellii and Mrs. I. D. Haight (yellow),
at 18.00 a 1000. We -u'lll include at least 60 cut-
tings of the ne-.v kijtdi in every 1000 purchased.

CARNATIONS.

A laixe stock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cuttings. S.5 00 per lOO; $10 00 per 1000.

prices of other kinds on application.
Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in

all cases

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDALE, FA

The Best Carnation in the Market.

THE ADELAIDE KRE8KEN

Whti t. wn« r,r!k'lrinte<Iln Wl. nn<l»loworc<l In thewnme
1. I.', nil to IKJ lilt! prettlfHt f^iirniitlon

,' J fctrowiT. friH! fnjiii niht,l»- ft. hluli.

,. . X. ni.d the tluwiT (or ii UjuutUiii

t'-,... , :. .-riiKlin: three IriL'hew iiiiii over.

A VKKV KKKK HI.OUMKK. In luldltlon t^i
reooTiTlnif till* Ifi'Ht '«4<4*<HlnK l'rl/<'H nl Clnciniiiitl.
O-. riubCeriincnU' nX. Hi»r1ii«t)elrl. Muhm.. uik) Mllwuii-
kM. Wis. Hunt l'rl/4fi. iri'Piiriitf>oll(i. Ind.. It huH n*-
eelT<!4 OrUdcaten of Merit at the Amerttain KlorlHt^i'
BOi^etT '^^ l^oil- V-1 : nlMi the it*m\. viitw of plnkit lit
EU"- " ■ ' -■■nriite of M'Ttt At Toronto

t^ " '<vi- to Nuhintt the rollowlM|x

tatO»- ICo<i|c<l 4'iittlnKN> whirli

Willi.' 'I: l»'i.O*l|»»T«lo/..: WIO

prr lOO. »!.* per r»OU: 9Mi |H*r lOOO.

CaMh itiiiat a4x:*im\*^nj nil ortluni. AdclriMS ftll com-
lDurilr:atlonii to

per EH HERB. Kt. Healthy . Hamilton Co., 0.

Mrntl'rn Aniurlcnn n-irtii!

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CARNATION

0( the New and Slinilard varieties.

C. J. PEXISIOCK,

Th* PiitM. KENNCTT SQUARE. Chnttor Co.. P*.

GflRNflTIONS.

Strong, healthy, well rooted

cuttings now rt-ady.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

ElMKOOd *••. and SBIh St.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

A/tt£ct Aa^c >^<jyn/ J>nti/ /Ties ,iie/xS/rft ,<!^ /3jf-&//rn /^^-r-

Caraations==Panic Bargains

I

Per 1000

IjidyEmmaor Portia S 10.00

White Dove 10 00

Lizzie McGowan 10. OO

Sclianer 10, (JO

Griice Wilder lO.UO

Mrs. Robt. nitt lO.UO

Grace DarllnK 10.00

White Wings 10.110

Crimson Coronet 10.110

Golden Gate 10.00

Aiiierlcan Flag 10.00

Attraction 15.00

.I..I. Harrison 15.00

Aurora 15 00

lx>ul8C Porsch 15.00

Nellie Lewis 16.00

OninKC Blossom 15.00

Tklal Wave 16.U0

PerlCCO

Puritan » 15. UO

Pearl 20 (lU

Bdna Craig 2U.(K1

Daybreak 20.110

Thos. Cartledge 20.00

Mayllower 20.00

Hector .■ 2U.00

Amy PMpps 25.00

Blanche 25.1X1

Mrs. B. KeynoldB 2.1.00

Richmond 26.00

Wabash 25.00

Western Pride 25.00

Dr. Smart 25 00

Purdue , 25 00

Florence Van Reyper 25.00

Buttercup 86.00

New Jersey 25.00

♦ i

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF VERBENAS, $7.00 per 1000.

Strictly Cash with order. Orders filled in rotation.

I ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO., BELLEVILLE, N. J.

Mention Aiiiorlciin Klorlwt,

Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS. RooteiJ C""'ngs.

ALL THE BEST VARIETIES IN CULTIVATIOX.
FINE STOCKS OF DAYBREAK, EDNA CRAIG AND CARTLEDGE.

CatilloKui^H ri'iicly .iHllUHry 1st, 'IM. ('(»rri'Hp»)n<loiico solU-ltcil.

Address M. ISi. CIIITT^V. F>»tera»oii. IV. J.

The Jacqueminot Carnation • .

IS A PERFECT SUBSTITUTE FOR THE JACQUEMINOT ROSE.

Many Imy il in preference hrcniisvof ils hislinj^ (piiilities and yon can have it in hlooni when tlic
rose is onl of BeoMon. Send for descriptive circular, enclose lOc and we will mail yon long stem sample
bloom. The color is a bright crimson (no black in il). If the blooms loolc dull on arrival, they Iinve
been chilli'l or frozen. Notifv us, we will ship a>,:aiii.

PETER FISHER 4, CO., ellis, Norfolk co., mass.

Muntlnn AniorlciiTi Klorihl

ROOTED COTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immadlate Delivery.

XjAT^ic fXiftk. on haiwl; ftce hfiiii rust or other din-
ease. Satlnfaction Kmirantccd. Scud
(or price list.
JOS, REWARD. UNIONVILLE. Cheiter Co.. PA.

FOR EXCHANGE.

A ni'HiiTn nimrlintMil Iftilhltitu In llyili< I'nrk.
f'lilrtvtfo. t4i iHilhiinun iletiiehfd nil or |iJirl. for n

'•' '"■ I'ltiiil U> (K* taki'ii flow II nml i«hl|i|H!d or to

r iiHNiKil. If ifM'itllnn NiitlH. <<r fnr niirM*ry
'ity fif llHUKS will nitAiiiiiit Millie or pay
• finh

F. N. PERKINS. Krnton. Ohio.

DftYBf^EflK. NftNGY HANKS
fllKl GflRTLEDGE.

NO\N READY.

FINE, CLEAN, HEALTHY STOCK. SPECIAL PRICES
to lar^c buyers of llic-sc splcncliti Carnations.

A.M.™ H. E. CHITTY, Paterson, N. J,

20,000 ROSES, 2,'2'i". I^'>ls, Merniets,

liricU'S and I'l'lk'S.
15,000 CARNATIONS, I'urlia, Hinze's

White and Golden Gate.

lli>n(.|ilF.IU.(JUp<'r lUUU. ('iinmUunHfl^UOiirr lUU.

.s'i'i':i':i,i': si hamiwin,

■ ■ ,V II ('. It. II. Nwiirllim<>r«, l>vl. <:<>., I'u.

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Another Good Hand.

Some unsolicited testimonials in regard
to SWEETBRIER.

S. Lancaster. Mass . Jan. 26th.
Dear Sir: — I am much pleased with the cuttings
ofSweetbrier. They are ideal plants to send out.
Yours truly, E. O. ORPET.

Lancaster, Pa., Jan. 29th, '94.
Mr. Ed. Swayne, Kennett Square. Pa.

Dear Sir:— 1\i^ plants came all right and are a
credit to their grower. Many thants for vour
promptness. Yourstruly, ALBERT M. HERR.

Alliance. O., Feb'y 7th, 1894.
Edward Swayne.

Dear Sir: — I will say this much for Sweetbrier,
that it is an excellent keeper. Mr. Davis when
taking orders here, left with us about one dozen
of these beautiful carnations, and in 18 days there-
after we used one in making up a bouquet, and
the party getting it remarked "Oh what a beauti-
ful carnation." They had been kept in a cellar
without ice. Yours respt..

J. F. ZIMMERMAN.
Neville Island, Feb. 7, '94.
Edward Swayne, Kennett Square, Pa.

Dear Sir :~CaTnations rec'd this afternoon in
very nice condition Please accept our thanks for
fine stock sent. The cuttings were clean, strong
and well rooted. Yours truly,

BECKERT BROS.
Randolph, Mass., Feb. 10th, 1894.
Mr. Swayne.

Sir: — Can you send us nott' "500 Sweetbrier"? If
so, you can ship and we will send check immedi-
ately. Saw some you sent Mr. E. Cartwright,
much pleased with them.

Yours respt., MANN BROS.

SWEETBRIER

Kecelved let Premium for "best seedling of any color"

at Phlla., Nov. 7. "1*3. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought $5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. K.

t'reeman's, Washington, last winter.

"1 like Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale.
"Sweetbrier Is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttings. $10.00 per 100; $80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1, '94.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUJTNBRS. $3.00 per 100; J25.CI0 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KENNETT SQUARE. PA.

CARNATIONS^^

Few Varieties Succeed in all localities.

We give here a few standard sorts which are ready
for immediate delivery at $12,0(J per luOO and upwards.
These are generally successful and for the cui flower
trade make a Fine C<>lle<'ti*in.
Silver Spray, iwhitei E. Plerson. (scarlets

Lizzie McGowan, (.wbite) Portia, (scarlet)
Blanche, iwbltef Pres. Garfield, (scarleti

Wm. Scott, (pink I Wabaeh. (crimson)

Daybreak, (pink)
Edna Craig, (pink)
Annie Pl.xley. (pink)
M. Albertlnl, iplnk)
Golden Gate, lyellow)

F. Mangold, icrlmson)
Tidal Wave, tcarmlnei
T. C:irtledge, (canulnoi
J. J. Harrison (var.)
Dr. Smart, (var.)

Varieties of 1894 ready April 1. Goldtinch. (yellow);
Uncle .lolin. (white); The Stuart, (scarlet); Helen
Keller, (var.) and E. A. Wood.

Send for our complete Price List of above
and many others.

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

50,000 Garnaiions.

BOOTED CUTTINGS READY.
NO "RUST."

S ^ITX) FOE, LIST.

"Waan.. jS-w^^'Xi.e,

1'. (>. I5ox •i'46. KENNETT SOUARE, I'A.

CARNATIONS AND VERBENAS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

We have a large stock of Daybreak. Puritan. Kdna
Craig. Aurora. McGowan. Nellie Lewis, and other
leading varieties. Also Immense slock of Mummoih
Verbenas.

Send for prices on what you want. Catalogue ready
about January 15th. Send for It.

VICK ft HII.I.. Rochester, N. Y.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

Varieties good. Cuttings good. Lizzie McGowan, Silver Spray, Aurora, Grace Darling Portia
and J. R. Freeman, at U.2o per 100 ; SIO per 1000. Fred Dorner, $2.00 per 100 : $12 .50 per 1000 Dav-
break, at $2.50 per 100; $20,00 per 1000. Bdna Craig, $3.00 per 100 ; $25.00 per 1000

Annie Pixley and Helen Keller.

PrxLEY is one of those beautiful light pinks, with
a fair sized flower and good, strong calyx. With
ordinary culture stems can be cut twenty inches
long. The flower is a model in form, and the
growth is strong and healthy.

Keller you know all about, they are both sure
to make good paying varieties for cut flowers.
Pixley per 100, $1200: per 1000. $100 00.
Keller per 100, $12.00: per 1000, $90.00.

Verbena Lancaster Beauty.

Decidedly the prettiest Verbena that grows,
novel as well as beautiful and sells at sight.
Price, per 100, $2.00.

PANSIES.— I can still supply a few of those
seedling plants at $5.00 per 1000, or 75 cts. per 100.
The same good strain I alwaj's have.

No list published and terms are cash
before shipping or C. i>. D.

.. '^2™^ ^' *^ P^"" '"*'*'• Altemanthera, transplanted. Red, Yellow, Pink, $1.25 per 100 ■ rooted cut-
ting, $D 00 per 1000.

L. B. 496.

ALBERT M. HERR, LANCASTER, PA.

EVERYBODY

who sees the new I i

and beautiful
Fancy Carnation

HELEN KELLER"

are favorably impressed with it, and generally leave an order.

CERTIFICATE OF MERIT

By American Carnation Society at Indianapolis,
February 20, 1894. • • •

Orders booked now and fiUed in rotation, commencing March 15, '94. Strong Rooted Cuttinas
$3.00 per Dozen; $12.00 per Hundred; $90.00 per Thousand. $2.00 per hundred additional for
plants from thumb pots. Oideys may be sent either to

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL, PHILA.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, N. J.

(4

Washington, New York"

A.'Pi^y

BOUTON D'OR.

January, 25, 1894.
Messrs. Dailledouze Bros., Gentlemen:— '^t wish to compliment you on the qualities
of your new yellow carnation Bouton d'Or. It is the best yellow carnation we have ever
handled; being a splendid keeper, sells on sight, and will always be in demand.

[Signed] Yours truly, J. H. SMALL & SONS.

PRICE, $2 per Doz.: $10 per 100; $75 per lOOfl. ROOTED CUTTINGS READY MARCH 1, 1894.
Orders filled in strict rotation. Come and see it grow and be convinced. Only one hour from New
York City.

Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, L. I., N. Y.

NO DISEASE MEANS LARGE GROPS ^ GOOD PRICES

Buyers of rooted cuttings of CARNATIONS
are fast learning the superior merit of the stock
grown and sent out by

• • • THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

p. S.— Send for new 28 page llluslrated Catalogue just out.

4 NEW GflRNflTIONS

:fo:ei. xso-^.

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variep;atecl;

GOLDFINCH, yellow eLitjed pink.

$10.00 per 100: $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 18i)3 varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra tine stock of Wm. Scott, (the mosi profli-
able pink carnation grown): Mme. Diaz Albertlnl.
Ellz. Reynolds, Klchmond. and all the others of our set.

Do not forjret to order some Major Bonnnffon. the
most perfect Vellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price llet.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.

CARNATIONS

RooUd Cuttings, Now Ready.

Per 100 Per 1000
J25 00

DAYBREAK S3 00

BUTTERCUP 4 00 :« OO

PURITAN 2 00 15 00

SILVER SPRAY 1 50 10 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 50 10 00

GRACE WILDER 1 50 10 00

PORTIA 1 50 12 00

Caflli with order. 10c. per 100 extra
when ordered shipped by mail.

Send for wholesale price list of Rooted Cuttings
and Plants.

JAMES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

B70

The American Florist.

Feb.

22.

Legal Pointers.

Liability of telephone company for
mutilation of shade trees. — It has been
decided in Canada that the owner of
abutting property may maintain an
action against a telephone company for
injury to ornamental shade trees on the
street in front of his property, where such
company has been authorized to con-
struct its lines along the streets of the
city, provided it shall not cut down or
mutilate any trees, where there is no
evidence to rebut the presumption of
ownership to the middle of the street.

Catalogues Received.

A. W. Livingston's Sons, Columbus, O.,
seeds; Jas.J. H. Gregory & Sons, Marble-
head, Mass., seeds; H. G. Faust & Co.,
Philadelphia, seeds; Phcenix Nursery Co.,
Bloomington, 111., nursery stocV; Ameri-
can Exotic Nurseries, Seven Oaks, Fla.,
tropical plants; W. .\. Brotherton^& Co.,
Rochester, Mich., ornamental hardy
plants.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings of the following varieties

now ready. Entirely free from rust. 1

have never had rust on the place.

Per 100

PORTIA SI 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 00

PURITAN 1 25

NELLIE LEWIS 1 60

FRED. DORNER 1 60

GRACE WILDER 1 00

AURORA 1 50

100.000 Rooted Cuttings Carnations ready. If
wanted by mail, add 10c. per 100 for postage.

A large stock of strong rooted cuttings ready.
Price 5U cts, per 100; many nice varieties. Golden
Bedder if ordered alone «5 cts. per 100. If Coleus
are wanted by mail, add lOc. per 100 for postage.
SO.UBi ready.

ALTERNANTHERA Aurea nana, 60 cts. per 100.
P. Major, 50 cts. per lOO.

V. 8. QBIFFITH, Independence, Mo.

Indepentlonct' 1» well located for ohlpplnK. bclnif S
mllea Kut of Kansan City, Mo.

pHg,c. CARNATIONS

. . FROM SOIL.

CLEAN. HCALTHV. VfCOROUS,
STOCK, ONCE TRANSPLANTED.
READY TO POT UP OH PLANT
OUT. APRIL DELIVERY.

Unci* John an'l Th« Btnart, Dorner'a new
»ee>llin([« |10 i>rr l<»», gT.'j |.'r 1000 Daybreak,
Oaaar, F. Mangold, Paarl, |:i ]kt 100; f2.'> prr
101/), Wni Scotl. Iv CraiK. kicliinond, Sar:itoKa,
si»art;in. Dr. Smart. H. kcyinjl<l», Unitux, $.'1 per
lirt. 81.') per 1000 Mme. AllKTtIni, Buttercup,
Munlcy. |<l per 100; Vf> per JOOO. L. McOownii,
rh')« CartloiKe, Puritan, A. I'lag, Silver Sprny,
Portia, Ti>lal Wave, Orange nioMom, t'.! per IM):
116 per KJffl

TERMS, CASH WITH ORDER, OR
C O. D. WITHOUT EXCEPTION.
BOO AT 1000 RATE. 60 AT 100 RATE
DELIVERY STRICTLY IN ROTATION.

ALEX. M'BRIDE. ALPLAUS, N. Y.

WM. SCOTT

AND

GOLDFINCH.

Till' r-TitiiT In thi-
iii'rtit iinflirir rnrtin-
tl'iti »(■ uifcr ifri'w
It |i roil lieu » fully
'I'Mitilr n» riinnv pj-r

tlM<~- ait'l III! 'tlKT 1< Q'llr.if ' firr>i.tl-it.R tn tli<- tnnrkt-t

(iKO II.%?«:0€:K * M(l^, rtmn'l lliiTi>n. MlCh

((

NEW WHITE GHRY8MTHEMUM

MUTUAL FRIEND"

It is sure to be a prize winner and a leading variety for '94.

FIRST FKIZE and CERTIFICATE of MERIT MASS. HORT. SOCIETY, '93.

Orders booked now for Marcli delivery, 50c. each; $4.00 per dozen. At these prices
all should try it. We know it will please. Send for descriptive circular.

MANN BROS., Randolph, Mass.

New Ghrysanthemum, MRS. J. GEO. ILS,

.A. CA.XjXf^OXV.IVX.A. SEtEIZ3XjXra'^.

Flowers sent from San Francisco to the!Chicago Sliow]awarded a MEDAL.

A grand white, of remarkable substance, size and depth of flower. See Illustration in American Flo-
rist of November 16th. The very vigorous habit, and our large stock of this novelty, enables
us to assure the trade of good plants, and to gruarantee safe arrival. To be sent out the
1st of March, 1894, at the following prices to the trade :

75 cents each; $7.50 per 12 plants; $14 per 25 plants; $25 per 50 plants; $40 per 100.

ORDERS IfiOOKED NOW KY

JOHN H. SIEVERS, 25PostSt., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Mention American Florist.

Olea Fragrans.

MAGNOLIA FUSCATA, CAPE JASMINE,
CASUARINA, RED CATTLEY GUAVA,
PITTOSPORUM, CAMPHOR TREES, OR-
ANGES and LEMONS, grafted on dwarf
stock.

2,000 BIOTA Aurea Nana, our new dwarf
Golden Arbor-vits, a pertect gem.

.^"Send for trade list, giving prices for other
desirable florist's stock,

ADDRESS p. J. BERCKMANS.
Frultland Nurseries, Augusta, Ga.

CARNATIONS, per lOO per lOOO
Rooted Cuttings, standard varieties Sl.OO S9.00
Newer kind.s and novelties $3.00 to $12.00

CHRYSANTHS,

standard varieties $1,00

Newer kinds and novelties, $2.00 to S5,00
AGERATUM and ALTERNANTHERA. . ,60c, $1,00

COLEUS and VERBENAS 7.5c, SdOO

I-'or other stock see list,

JOHN J. CONNELLY,

BRYN MAWR. PA.

CARNATIONS.^^

Ko()ri;i) <iTTiN<i.

DAYBREAK. SJ ."iO per 100; 820 00 per 1,000,

SILVER SPRAY. McOowan,

GARFIELD, Sl.fiO per 100; 811 00 per 1,000.

TIDAL WAVE. %\'n per 100; 812 00 per 1,000,

PORTIA. HEuTOR.

LADY EMMA, SI, ^.l per inO; 88,00 per 1,000.

LAKE GENEVA FLORAL CO,. Lake Geneva, Wil.

BUTTERCUP . . .

No yellow cnrnntion hn« rvrr yet tnkcn itB place.
15000 CiittlngH now In bcncn. Stock In prime
condition Free from ru»t iind nil <Ii«eime. 8/) (M)
\wx UXI, 810 00 i.rr 1000. Ijhrrni disconntH on
'(irije orders.

W. R. SHELMIRE,

AVONDALE, PA.

HEADQUARTERS ^v

, , FOR . .

Bread and Butter Carnation Cuttings

CIJHIIAN

LIZZIE McGOWAN

POKIIA,

GRACE WILDER. )

All othlTlHHMl KItKlK

8. J. REUTER

fmx too Pmk IOOO
ai.OO C9.00

Wril.- r..r l-rlii'i.
WESTERLY, R.

GHRYSflNTHEMUMS

CARNATIONS.

Send for trade list,

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

167 W. Maumee St.,

ADRIAN, MICH.

ONE HUNDRED AND ONE FINE

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

F'OBt $3.00.

All Hne corainerclal varieties lucUulln^oneof the new
early plok Mrs. K, G. Hill, OlUer stuclt In propor-
tion. Write for what you want.
W. a. COOIK. ifc C30. ,
TOtll St. & MacUsou Ave.. CIIICVGO.

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

.SrKt'IALTIKS: InclmlliiK The Ouoen, NIveuB.
Mrs. F, li, Ames, Golden Weddlnn, .ludKe lloltt, and
Good (Jraclona, Twelve plants lur $1 M).

NUVKI.TIKS; IncUidlnu The World. White
EBKle, Monarch of Ostrich Plumes. Silver Waves,
and I'ascha, Fourteen plants for $1,00,

tilONKUAI. I.I.M': Including many now varlt»-
tles, SLvteen plant* for H.m.

Now ready for delivery. Send for cataloKUC,

M. B. LITTLE. GLENS FALLS, N. Y.

Hard Time Prices.

.STOCK I'l.ANTS.

GEO. W. CHILDS, WABAN, MRS. L. C.
MADEIRA, VIVIAND-MOREL, V. H. HAL-
LOCK, JESSICA, J. C. VAUGHAN, AMI
HOSTE, DIANA, at J(1,00 per i1o/en,
t'MHli with <>r<ler.

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO., Springfield, III.

STOCK CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

Profl. \V. U, Smith, bent pink ISVW uuoh 40o

Nlveim, ilrii' white " 40o

(loliltm Wi'ddlnji. oxtru yollow " 35c

A. T. Kwliiy iinrt Alhii VfiniB " 26o

And II h')f4t ..f Htaruhird »(irt« " 16c

BROWN & CANFIELD, Sprlngfleltl, III.

KOOTEI) CUTTINGS.

Chrysanthemums!

Write for list .iml prices. Prices
to suit the times.

A.Mre,, J. G. BURROW, FIshklll, N. Y.

Always mcntiou the Amkhican J-'lu
HMT when writing to advertisert.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

671

SMI LAX.

CUT SMILAX— Half an acre ready to cut
now. Quality A 1.

EASTER ORDERS BOOKED NOW.
SMILAX PLANTS-Extra strong 1 yr. old,
J2.50 per 100; |20.00 per IOjO.

TRANSPLANTED SEEDLINGS-SiOO per

100; J58.00 per 1000.
SMILAX SEED— A few ounces left; crop
of 1893, at 50c. per ounce.

JOS. E. BONSALL,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.
308 Qarfield Avenue, SAI^EM, OHIO.

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Perioo

Altemantheras, Versicolor. Rosea nana, Aurea

nana. Tricolor and P. Major 5 .50

Coleus of sorts, mixed 50

" best new and old, named l.OU

I<^ich8la8 1 .00

Mexican Primroses, y kinds : l.OU

FIttonia. red veined. $:i 00; sllverveined.... 1.50

Altemantheras, full of cuttings 3.00

Begonias, assorted ; Lantanas. assorted 4.00

Fuchsias, ass't; Heliotrope, ass't $3. 00 and 4 00

Abutllons, assorted 4 00

Echsverla glauca 52.00and 3 00

Extensa globosa, 6 to 12 in. across 25 & 50c. ea.

Achsranthus. assorted 3. 00

Coleus. assorted $2.00 and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4 00

SchlzopetalUB 6.00

Antherlcum picturatum per dozen, 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted, 2^-in. pots 4.00
Sliver-Leaf Geraniums. 3 varieties (no Mme.

Salierol) 4.00

Oxalis, Ortgiesl and BowU 4.00

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS,
Box 99. KANSAS CITY, MO.

Rooted Cuttings.

100 Coleus, lo kinds by mail 60c

Ts Yellow and Versciiaffeitii,

Shelly'

By Express |5.00 per 1000.

With 12 other good kinds 4.00 per 1000.

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and Aurea
Nana, by mail, 50c. per 100.
Sample dozen by mail, 10c.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY, OHIO.

New, Rare and Beautiful Plants.

A large collection of choice Hothouse and Greenhouse
Plants, carefully grown, at low rates.

RARE AND BEArTIFUL EVERGRKENS,
ORXAMENTAL TREES, SHRURS, &c.

ORCHH)S.~A very extensive stock; East Indian.

Northern. Central and South American, etc.
PiEONIES.— A collection of the finest In cultivation.

Hardy Perennials. Phloxes. Japanese Iris, Roses.
Clematis, etc. New and Standard P'rults, etc.

jy Catalogues on application.

JOHN SAUL, Washington, D. C.

We Pay the Express.

100,000 PANSIES,

grown from seed that has no superior, stronn. stocky
plants once ininsplanted.tWc per 100: J4. 50 per 1000.

>lA\IMOTH Vii:KKKNAS-Kooted Cuttings In
all the most brilliant colors. 7«c per 100; J5.50 per 1000.
delivered free at your door.

S. WHITTON & SONS, Wholesale Florists,

9 & J 1 KobertH St., IITICA, N. V.

A fine lot of 2-year old plants: Jackmanni,
Duchess of Edinburg, Henryii, C. Lovelace, Fairy
Queen, Lady Neville, Gem, P. Alexandra and
others, f3.U0 per dozen; 822.00 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS,

from fall, 75 cents per 100; $6.00 per 1000.

F. A. BAXLEK, Bloominston, 111.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

VIGK'S NEW WHITE BRANCHING ASTER

THE FLORISTS' FAVORITE.

Has no superior (often sold bv Florists for
Chrysantli^inums). Easily growo from seed
Anticipates tlie Chrysantlifmum bv several
weeks. Has long htems: flowers pure while.
4 indies or more In diamtter; petals broad,
long, and many of them more or less twisted
and curled. Plant is a strong grower, and
has marked tendency to form numerous
branches.

Packed In plain

small pockets

or envelopes

ready to place

inside

your own seed

bags or In our

regular bags.

For prices write

725

East Avenue,

Koeliester»

N. Y.

NOVELTIES.

Branching Aster (often
sold for Chrysanthe-
mum.)

Hibiscus, Sunset.

Uahlla, Ethel Vlck.

Large Moniing Glories.

Double Anemone.

Charmer Pea.

Maggie Murphy and

other Potatoes.

JAMES VICK'5 SONS

Dan'l B. Long.

Wholesale Florist,
Buffalo, N.T.. Feb. 2, *U.
James Vick's Sons.

'"The flowers of Vlck's New
White Branching Aster re-
ceived from growers last fall
were remarkable In character
and about the best selling
flower we handled during the
year." Dan'l B. Lon'G.

GENEVA. N. v.. Sept 15, \m\.
JAMES VICK'S SONS.

Gentlemen— '1 am very enthusiastic In
favor of Vlck's New White Branching
Aster. It is one of the most valuable
novelties that has been introduced of late
years. When other asters were In their
prime these were just beginning to open
their buds, and now the otders are mostly
faded away the Tail Branching is in full
flower and In all Its glory. Where it has
plenty of room It Is about '^ feet liigli.
well and evenly branched, full of large,
pure white splendid flowers, and an
abundance of buds that insures Its con-
tinued blossoming until cut down by
frost, even if such an even does not take
place tin well Into October. I can not say
too much In Its praise."

Geo. S. Conover.

Salter Bros., Florists.
Rochester, N. Y., Feb. 8, '94.
Messrs. Jas. Vick's Sons.

Dear 8ir8— "We consider Vlck's
Branching Aster the finest White
Aster In existence. The flowers
are equal to Ivory Chrysanthe-
mums, in our estimation It can
not be given too much praise."
Salter Bros.

DON'T MISS THIS CHANCE.

We Must Have Room and the Only Way to Get It Is to

Move Out the Stuff.

BEST VALUE IN PALMS OFFERED ANYWHERE.

LATANIA BORBONICA in 2 3-4 inch pots, showing character leaves, ready to

shift into 4 inch pots, very strong rooted. ;?8.00 per 100. Sample doz.

for gl.25 by express. Packed light.
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4 inch pots with 4 to 6 good leaves, 20 to 24 inches

high, very strong roots. As good as most 6 inch stuff. ^25.00 per 100.

Sample doz. for $3.50 by express.
LATANIA BORBONICA, 5 inch pots, with 5 to 7 good leaves, 24 to 30 inches

high, good as most 7 inch plants. ;$50.00 per 100. Sample doz. for

^6.50 by express.

This Stock is in Extra Good Condition.

Has had no Fertilizers to force growth and is clean. Comes perfect.
SPECIAL PRICES ON 500 OR 1000 LOTS.

B. P. CRITCHELL & CO., ^'^g^.^S.'^^'-

200,000 Fansies.

The .Jennings strain of lurKO flowering and fanoj
pansles may still be liail In any quantity want«a.
Plants are fl'eld grown, and are fine and stocky. Finest
mixed, bv E.tpress, S5.UU per 1000: 6000 JKO.OO; 10.000
KI5.00. Small plants by mall. t»c. per 100.

Seed, pure white, yellow or ml.xed. Jl.OO per trade
pkt. of '.'..500 seeds, the leading strain. The largest
sales. Always satisfactory.

ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

WHOLESALE PANSY GROWEH,
Ixick Bo.t liA. JSOUTHrOKT, COXN.

THE GREAT ANTIPEST.

For particulars, see next week.

R. W. CARMAN, Gen-l Act..

391 Amity Street, FLUBHWO. Qpeeoi Co., N. T.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address g^ORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAQO.
Mention American Florlit

672

The American Florist.

Feb. 22^

Legal Pointers.

Purchasing without any reasonable ex-
pectations of being able to pay. — .■^ con-
tract for the purchase of goods on credit,
made with intent on the part of the pur-
chaser not to pay for them, is fraudulent,
and if the purchaser has no reasonable
expectations of being able to pay it is
equivalent to an intention not to pay.

Orders can not be countermanded after
delivery of goods to carrier. — Orders can
usually be countermanded at any time
prior to their formal acceptance, or, in
other words, so long as they can be by
the other party rejected without creating
any liability. But after orders have once
been 611ed and that which was ordered,
delivered, unconditionally, to a common
carrier, as to a railway companv,for car-
riage to the person or persons giving the
orders, it is not within his or their power
to successfully countermand same by any
notice, no matter when mailed, which
does not reach the seller prior to the de-
livery of the goods to the carrier.

Rights and duties of purchasers finding
goods not as warranted.— There has been
no little controversy in the courts as to
the right of a purchaser to accept goods
and rely upon tbe warranty thereof where
they are found upon arrival at the place
of delivery not to be in good condition.
But the great weight of authority, as
well as reason, is now well settled, says
the United States Circuit Court of Ap-
peals, that in cases of this kind and char-
acter if the goods upon arrival at the
place of delivery are found to be unmer-
chantable in whole or in pait the pur-
chaser has the option either to reject them
or receive them and rely upon the war-
ranty; and, if there has been no waiver of
the right, he may bring an action against
the vendor to recover the damages for a
breach of the warranty, or set up a coun-
terclaim for such damages in an action
brought by the vendor for the purchase
price of the goods.

Read before signing. — It is remarkable
how frefiuently otherwise careful business
men will sign papers handed to them
without first reading same. Stories are
sometimes told of tests being made by
friends and their getting signatures to
checks and other documents which evince*
the greatest negligence. From the rural
districts tnere arises in the courts one
long and continuous protest against pay-
ing obligations unwittingly given to
sharpers. But the law on the subject is
well settled and plain. The Supreme
Court of California says in a recent case
(Smith V. O. & O. Steamship Co.) that
when a person with the capacity of read-
ing and understanding an instrument
signs it he is bound by its contents, and
is estopped from saying that its pro-
visions arc contrary to his intentions or
understanding. Fraud and imposition
may furnish grounds for relief under home
circumstances, but not always, cs(K-cially
where negotiable paper hns been trans-
ferred to innocent holders lur v;iliie.

THE flSSOGIflTION FUORfl.

B08K00P. HOLLAND.

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Tomato Growers have used them with success and
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Cabbage Growers have tried them and duplicated their
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Market Growers of Verbenas, Alyssum, Coleus and
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used them extensively in repeated seasons.

Recommended for light and safe packing of tender and
valuable plants, for the marketing of Ferns, Dutch
Bulbs, Lily of the valley and the like.

Cost about 40 per cent less than earthen pots, and
weight considerably lighter, thus saving in first
cost and freight.

For Price I^ist and furtlier particulars address

AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, Station IS, New York.
K. & J. FARQUHAK, - - - - Boston, Mass.
Who furnish samples, by mall, postpaid, on receipt of
8. 14 ct>. 17 cts. 23 cts. 40 cts. 60 Cts.

For 1 dozen

10 cts.

2M-ln.

2«-tn.

3H-ln.

6-lnch pots.

F. W. BIRD & SONS, Sole Manufacturers, EAST WALPOLE, MASS.

Why Buy from

6AYERSD0RFER?

BECAUSE

He handles goods of only
the best

QUALITY.

When your order is re-
ceived it is filled

PROMPTLY.

You get just what you
order, and at

FAIR PRICES.

If you are not already his
customer

TRY HIM.

If you try him once, you
are sure to

STAY.

His address is

H. BAYERSDOBFER & CO.,

<5<J JV. -it*i St.,

PHILADELPEIA, PA.

tW WIIOI.KSAI.K OM.V.

Supplies of all Kinds,

MflRSGftUETZ & GO..

Piorisis' SypDiies,

23 & 25 N. 4th St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Srad for Cntnlojf»i*^-_^_^^^^^^^

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.

Florists' Supplies,

113 N. Ath street,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

such as lin-
mortelles,
Cape Flowers, paper pressed Hartford and
Maidenhair Ferns, Wheat Sheaves, Flower
Baskets, Pot Holders, Plant Stands, Fern
Dishes, etc., etc.; all quoted in our beauti-
fully and richly illustrated new Trade
List mailed free Also

Metal Designs, ^:^''i,::^:ig^"i-

rich assortment of tastelul designs:
Wreaths, Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc,
in green or white foliage.

nVP!)C I DilVDC (Sago Palm), natural
UJUaO LCaTGO, prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

August R'olker & Sons,

136 & 138

P. 0. Statio

^^V'' New York.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORiSTS.

I^ar^est and Wnest stuck In Iho UnlUstI
StiiU'8. Write for prlccH to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J.

K«Hl SAI.K IIV: -A. Ik'rniMnn, K. K. McAllister
Ueoil .t Kclliir, N. StolR'iiB. Nuw York; W. ('. Kilck
Brooklyn. N. Y.: II. BH.vereilorlVr \ ('..., I'hllii ; .1 .M.
Mc('lliloiii;lrHS<tnH iiriil 11. I. SunikTtinn-li. ('liii'lTiimtl,
O.: .1. M. (iiinniT. ('Icvi.'liinil.(l ; I). 11. l.Diif. Elniriilu, N.
v.; .1. C. VhukIuiti, Chlcaiio: \Vl»ci>ri»lTi KliiwcT Kx-
c-liiinfr. MllwuukCL'; Win. ICIIlmin. SI., l/iuli.; K(l. 8.
Schiiilil. WiinlilTiKliin. I). ('.; <). W. Ci.rrt'v ,V Cn . Nimh-
vlllc. TiTin.; 'J'. W. Woiiil .^ Sunn, Itli-hnuiiiil. Vii.; U.
.1. VifKln. New Orleium. l.a.: <'. A. Kiu-hii. SI. I.iuiIh.

HUNTINGTON SEED GO.
Florists' : Supplies,

66 E. Washington st ,

IIin>IAITAFOI.TS, iin>.

standard Flower Pots. Dried Grasses, Fancy Baskets
Metal Designs. Trade CalnloRUf innilcd (rec.

E.G. HILL & CO..

WI10l6Sal6Fl0rl8lS

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Mcntiun the Ameiicun Florist when
writinjj to adverti'^ers on ih;s page.

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LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Send for Circulars and TegfimonUtls.

Address r*oc:K;iL,AJVi>, o.

^MANZ

&^ COMPANY-

WOOD tN&OAVINO Al HALf-TONE PROCC1J&
ZINC CTCMINCi^Jt ^ SbWAXPBOCtSS
COPPLR ETCHING i^} ELtCTROTVPINO

185 MONRpE 6TRECT
■■•CHIC3VGO ■

which is absolutely perfect for modern
gfreenhouse construction.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES.

Send for EBtlmatea. Satisfaction Guaranteed

REED GLASS CO.,

65 Warren Street, and 46, 48 & 50 College Place,
NKW YORK CITY.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth,

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Seedsman.
OUI«

SASB UFTES Al HEES

will do the work and cost you less thau any other.

Send your name and address and we will

mail you description and price.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.
373 Freeport Street BOSTON, MASS.

GflTflUOGUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Ca.

. . . HARKI.SBUBG, PA.

Dimensiois or tbis Box :

26 iDchea long by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches high.

Two sections.

This vrooden box nicely stained and varnished, 18x30x13,
made in two sections, one for each size letter, given away with iirst order of 5' O letters.

A. Kollfer & Sons, Ne^v Vorlc.

Marscliuetz * Co., 35 N. 4th St., Phila., Pa.

F. K. JIcAUister, 83 Dey St., New York.

A. D. Pt-rry & Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,
New Yorlt.

A. Herrman, 415 E. 34th St., New Y'ork.

Ernst Kaulmann & Co., 113 N. 4th St., PhUa.

H. Bayersdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.

A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.

J. A. Sinamers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for
Canada.

E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, 111.

Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Mason St ,
Milivaukee, Wis,

H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts,, Cin-
cinnati, O.

T. AV. Wood & Sons, 6th and Marshall Sts.,
Kichmnnd, Va.

Jas. Vick's Sons. Rochester, N. Y.

C. A. Kuehn, 1 133 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.

D. K. Lone, UuHklo, New Y'ork.
C. F. Huntinerton & Co., IndiHnapolis, Ind.
Z. Ue ForeKt Ely & Co., 1034 Market St.,

Phlladelpliia, Pa.
Portland Seed Co., 171 3d St., Portland, Ore.
A. Ilernutn, 415 E. 34th St , New York.
Geo. A. Sutlierland,67 Kromfieldst., Boston.
Welch ISros., No. lA Beacon St , Boston.
N. F. McCarliiy & Co., 1 Music Hall Place,

Boston,
all the Wholesalers in Boston.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

Manulactnrt TEE BEST LETTEES IS THE MARKET.

Sizes Mi-'in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
ladener with each letter.

ODR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, Si.OO per 100.

TSt. F. MoCABTHT,

Treas. & Mangr.

Addrett 13 Green St..
Boston, Mass.

Addrett all corretpondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We have a new FASTENER which we consider
a decided snccess. Any customers having old style
Pasteners which they wish to exchange, can do so
without additional cost by writing ns.

These Letters are handled by

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A

new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

BJ. HU»I»A.I«I>, TToiaxxsstO'wn, OJalo.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

• CYPRESS

It

LOUISVILLE, KY

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gutter up.

Correspondence eoliclted. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

TO

TAKE

PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

P

ATENT

0*«««NOLEe & MAOftUUCV,
IVASH1N0TOM, O. O-

E

HOT

AIR

PUMPING

engines:

A Windmill

Is unreliable because it dc*
peuds upon the elemenL*'
for its power ; hyiraulic
rams also depend upon fav-
orableconditioneand waste
as much water as they se-
cure. Steam pumps require
skill and hand pumps de-
mand labor and time. The

DELAMATER-RIDERCR
OE LAHATER-ERICSSOH

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of well. They are
simple, safe and reliable,
require no steam pnd have
no valves. They require
very little heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
fv^r any kind of fuel.
Send/or iUustratedcalalogueto

ruEDEUMrERI nNWO"'KS,

87 South Finh Av.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.50 for it, to

J. HORACE MoFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

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Feb.

22.

Worcester, Mass.

Whether or not Lent will spoil it all is
an open question, but it is pleasing to
chronicle the fact that we have had good
trade during the last three weeks; quan-
tities of first-class stuff and very fair
prices.

Roses are still in short supply on ac-
count of the dark weather, but when old
Sol condescends to show us the light of
his blooming countenance more frequently
we will probably have roses in abundance.

Kn enormous lot of funeral work has
kept everybody busy and helped to dis-
pose of quantities of good flowers that
otherwise would have gone into the rub-
bish heap.

The only social event of any import-
ance happening lately was the Childs-
Moen wedding on February 1. The dec-
orations were very pretty though quite
modest, as they drew on their own con-
servatories for a good deal of their stuff.
The decorations were under the super-
vision of Fred Wesson. Seedling.

Tuscola, III.— The Tuscola Floral Co.
has started in business here with two
greenhouses, each 16^50.

Hartford, Conn.— John M. Harper
has purchased the old stand of Thos.
McRonald. Mr. McRonald has built a
new range of greenhouses on another
street.

Cleveland, 0.— Mr. J. M. Gasser
started recently on a two months trip
through the south and west. He will
visit all the points of interest in the south
and California, returning by way of Salt
Lake and Denver.

Kansas City. Mo.— Mr. Arthur Newell,
of Newell & Kidd, was married January
23. After the wedding Mr. and Mrs.
Newell took a trip down south. The
bride carried a ver3' handsome bouquet
made of lilies of the va'le)' and cattleyas
presented by Mr. Sim'l Murrav, manager
of the Probst Floral Co.

Staodard Flower Pots.

25 PER CENT. OFF for c;isli with order until fur
thrr noticr. A larKf stock on h.in(l of good, strong
potr> PRICE List, lor any number:

■h-lix'li ■•■'>«. Iwrliiii.KiOa ivincli |iot(. pcT linu. f7 r>

I -Imh |»itii. 3 2.'i 4 -Incll IMiU. !i«I

lUlDch iKit". .1 U\ 6 -Inpli \ru\». " 13 8U

Zt«-<nch bom. 4 111 <; Inrli iKilA '.>2 00

3 -Inch Ixtii. .'i U; 7 'Inr li |»itii. .IS 00

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

l.an(e«tlniht'MUU- KOKT KUWARD, N. \.

Auinint Itnlker A S<in». 1*1 k l:)h W. 21th Strovl. Now
Vork <'lly. New Vurk Aifcntii.

Mention AmnrlCAn Klnrliit.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.
Superior Hot Water Boilers

JOHN A. SCOLLAY,

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave., Brooklyn. N.Y.
*« S'lwl for (. (it(iloifii«-

GREEN-HOUSE

HEATING.

MYHKS&CO

l^18«l(>20S.9lh St..
PHIUOELPHIA.

-•ri'l r>irriitjil(»,fuviin<l
unr»> Mat

l.'H K TIIH DOOR BEFORE
Till'. IIOMSK IH STOLKN.
OO IT NOW.
JOHI 0. UUR, l«e'y f. H. A., S((ldl« RIvor, R. J

HAIL

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

y^r-ei.-t& for icitest prloes.-^.-^.-^-^J

t(

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. 715. 7^7 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St.» Jersey City, X. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long: Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. He HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution ol the 6rm of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor. The Syracuse Pottery Co.. which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demauH for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilitie.'i are now prepared to 611 the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceaole flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Sallna Street, SYRACUSE, ti. Y.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottery, new Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
In the market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Manager. EJc»«t ^rooli:iflelCl, Ad^fliai.

D. H. ROBERTS.

IBS and 1B1 S. Fifth Avenue, IVE^'W ^VOKIC,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FO« ROSE HOUSES. CONSERVATORIES. ETC., ETC.

rRENun OLmSS conservatories, rose houses, Etc. Etc.

VAJV1IOWIV15, OKIFM^'EJ^r «B CO.,

Iiiiporli-rii or PLATK nnd WINIXIW (il.ASH. M>iiiiirn<'tiiri<rii of KKNT UI.A.SS
Hiiil I'KK.NCII ItllUKOKS.

131-133-138-137 FRANKLIN STREtT, KiB'W -VORIC.

Ni>t<. Iiii|>irli"l c.lrii,. u IIII4.M III tlin Ival urnill' iif (iri'i'liliolini' bllllillliu

ESTABU5HED

8 6 6.

N.

335 EAST 21

MANUrACTURCD

STEFFENS

' ST. NEW YORK.

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SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and brokfn class to pay for ! If you are

We have got jii'-tthuthlug you need, the NEWEST
and 15KST thing out. "The New Departure' for
about lialf the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansville, Ind.

ESTABLISHES 1854.

Devine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

^ ^ ^ ft ^ ^ i»5

^> 1^ ^ ^ ^ #*i

r>iF-it', W

Capacity from 360 to 10,000 feet of four-inch pipe.
Send for New IvIST.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 189 STATE STREET.
WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

• J. • CHICA.GO.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse i Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

jy Plans and estimates (umiglied on application

Front Tlew of a portion of onr exhibit at the World's Fair.
, . SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. . . .

LORD & BURNHAM CO., Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

^

Hot Water
Heaters and Radiators!

FOR HEATING

Dwellings, Public Buildings, Etc.

BY

HOT WATER CIRCULATION.

Best for Greenhouses.

Our illustrated, book "How best

to Heat our Homes" gives

the reason why. We

send it free.

THE BEST IS CHEAPEST.

GURNEY

Gurney Hot Water Heater Co.

hi: M' "ffhe:
163 Franklin St., Boston, Mass.
ui:a.n<;ii officB:
59 Wubibh A<c., Cbleago, III.

BELLING AGENCIES:

Johnson k Co.. 71 Jobo St.,

3. C. F. Troi'llacl. 246 Arch St.
I'liihiili'll.hia.

DOUBLE CROWN.

Boilers mnde of the best of material, shell, flreboi
sheets and heads of steel, water space all around
(front, sides and back), wnte for information.

FURHAN BOILERS

Economical - Substantial - Safe.

STYLES AND SIZES-BURNS HARD OR SOFT COAL.

Modern Hot-Water Heating

Those r.nilors have a hiph repntation for StTinchnoBa, Dnrability

and Safety, and are GREAT COAL SAVERS. Minimum Friction and

MaiiraumVelocityonly obtained bvVERTICAL WATER CIRCULATION.

-Send for new 150-page book giving fall particulars and a great

deal of valaable information on modern Heating and Ventilation.

b-with plana and tables for correct hot-wau r work. Mailed free.

; Addr-^ HERENDEEN MFG. CO., a6 Vine Street, GENEVA, N. Y,

676

The American Florist.

Feb. 22,

Index to Advertisers.

Ad-. Rates, etc 02

Afmus Ernst tW

BallerFA en

Bassett .It Washburn GiiS
Bayeredorfer 11 4 Co . .672

Ba.T State Udw Co OVS

Berckm.ins PJ 671)

BereerH H A Co (Kl

Bird K W.i£ Son .. ..GTi

Blanc \ 6t5

BonsallJos E 6il

Boston Letter Co . .67<l

Brsckenrldge & Co f)ai

Bnunie LB G(h

Breck Joseph A Sons. .Gt8

BroantA O"

Broirn R S 4 Sons fr,\

Brown 4 CanBeld 6T0

Bunting Samuel J 6ti8

Bums 4 Raynor fi«3

Burpee W Atlee 4 Co.JSy

Burrow JG bTO

Carman R W CTl

Carmody J n 675

Chandlce .^ Macauley.67:i

Chltty li E (K8

Connelly John J 670

Cook \VC4Co. irro

Corbrey 4 McKellar...t>i2
Cottane Gardens The.. aa

Critchell B I' 4 Co 671

Dalliedouze Bros »»

Deamud J B 4 Co..i'6:> 665
De Lamater Iron Wks.i^l
Devlne's Boiler Wks.. .(r,:,

IHllonJL ft"

Domer Fred 4 Son Oil

DreerH A (W

BUlott WH t»3

Ellison Wm llS

Kly Z De Forest 4 Co. .(W
Rssex Heights Floral

Co 6(8

Felhelm Lyman (*3

Felihuusen J K tv:6

Ferk'UMjn \V ui 6t4

tlsher I'eter 4 Co 6iM

Forstermann 1 667

Gibson J r 661

Gonzalez F .V Co 666

OrHUth N S bTU

Gomey Heater Co . . .^Sih

tiall Ass'n 674

Hammond BenJ 673

Bancock .V S^jn 669 67U

Hart James 6IU

Hart 4 Crouse i»75

Hartford 11 K 662

Helte Floral Co 6(2

Herb Peter i»!8

Uerendeea Slfg Co 075

Herr Albert M i»s

HeWBAn4Co 674

Hllllnxer Bros . .674

Hill BG4CO 672

HIppardB 673

Hllchlnini 4 Co 676

Hooker UM Co 674

HoranEOwC ixn

Horan Jas 668

Holaebosch Bros OH

Bunt B H 663

Hunt MA ..665 SOS

Hunter Frank U 663

Hunllngt/jn Seed Co. ..l~2

lennlngB E B 671

Jotjsten (■ 11 661

Kaufmann KmBt4Co.f;72

Kennoly W A (ilift

Kennta*tt Hrr>fl Co »H

Koftti-r .M 4 Sjns &'A

Krriesctiell Bros Co 67.)

Kuehn C A. OB

l..ake Geneva Floral Co'tiO
L« Koche4 8talil 662

Little M B 670

Ixtckland Lumber Co.. .673

Long Danl B 662

Lonsdale Edwin l!0

Lord 4 Bumham Co. . .675
McBrlde Alei.... (T;o

McCarthy N F4 C0....61B

.McFarland J H 6K

McFarland J H Co 673

Manda W A 661

Mann Bros 670

Manz J 4 Co BJS

Marschuetz 4 Co 672

Mathews Wm 6(2i

May John N I'O 669

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co 666

MlUang Bros 61S

..676
.661
.674
.665

. (t&

Monlnger Jno C
Moon Wm H Co..

Myers 4 Co

Nanz 4 xeuner....

NeffLl

Oelschlg AC

Olsen 4 Hughes. .

Ouwerkerk P 672

Parmenter Mfg Co 674

Pennock C J 668

Pennock Sam'I 8 662

IVrklns FN 668

Plerson F R Co 667

Quaker City Mach Co. .676

Randall A L ... 61B

Keed Glass Co 673

Keln berg Bros .... 663 665

Kenard Joseph 66S

Keuters J 670

Roberts .)U 674

RochrsThao 663

Roemer Fred 6ti7

RolkerA4SonB 672

Uussell S J 672

Sander 4 Co 667

Saul John 671

Scollay John A. . 674

Shelmlre WR 608 670

Sheridan W F . .063

Slebreclit4 Wadley 667

Slevers John U 670

Situations, wants 661

Smith Nathan 4 Son. . .670
South Side Floral Co.

Staple Geo W

Steele 4 Baldwin....

Steffens N 674

StemmlerTW Oia

Slreby SO 671

StruckJ N4 Bro 673

Sunderoruch H L (itW

Sunset Seed 4 Plant C061H
Sutherland Geo A .. .6i;2

Swayne Edward 6<i:>

SwayneWm 6011

Syracuse Pottery Co . .674

Tlmm 1 ,v Co 065

Trlcker Wm... ..661

United States Nurss..0i3
Van Home GrlfTen 4

Co 674

Van Velsen P \ Sons.. 661

Vaughan J C 60;

Vlck4 Hill un

VIckrt Suns .lames 671

Walker F .V Co 067

Weatbered's Sons T W .676
WeeberADon 6IU

,.67U
,.661

.wa.

Welch Bros
WestGc'.W
Whllldln Pot Co....
Whlttnn s 4 Sons .
Wlttb-jld (ieo.ge...

Wolf K E

Wood Broil

Woodrun W B

Young ThosJr

..VtSi

. (tt\

.674

ti7l
..(nI

676
,.666

.667

Uo YOU WA.ST a list of the leading cem-
etery 8U[)crintendcnt9? You will find
such a list in our new trade directory and
rclcrcnce book.

c

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P
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CLEAR

S Goodc- nil
S MiiKH .\"ri Col

UTPKESS

SASH

BARS

R JOHN C. MOM.NGER, X

i 297 Hawthorne Ave., S

|_ CHICAUO. ILL. H

Mention American Klurlsl.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

I ISr COK-yOK, ATE U .

HoriiGiiiiyral flrcHitecis and Hoi Water Engineers

SimkI li>r <'al)ilot;it«', riH-loHtiiK 1 criilH In hI)iiii|>h.

r«o. li 1 t Orii^al St., IVISVV ^VOMflC OIT'ST.

THE CHAMPION

fluioiiiaiic Ventilator.

Tho rliunpont, «iuil()iit to oporato, nnd by fnr tho
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No. 300

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CONTENTS.

Cinerarias and calceolarias 677

Roses— rose notes 678

Among Chicago growers .... ... 678

Carnatious— Exhibit at Indianapolis [illus] . . 679
— A nematode disease of the carnation [illus] . 680

— Carnation The Stuart [illus] 681

— Carbolic acid for carnation rust 681

Foreign notes 681

Seasonable hints 682

Carnation Helen Keller [illus] 682

Philadelphia ... 682

Carnation Qncle John [illus] 683

Carnation Goldfinch [illus] 683

Chicago .... .... 684

Boston . 684

New York 684

Washington ... 684

Obituary— John Rose . . 685

View in one of Mr. Dorner's carnation houses

[illus] 68-5

Catalogues received 685

News notes . 685

Our annual spring number 688

The seed trade 690

Montreal 692

St. U>uis 691

Hollyhock diseases ... 694

Toronto 696

St. Paul, Minn 698

Our Carnation Pictures.

The engravings that appear in this
issue are from photographs taken at the
Indianapolis meeting of the American
Carnation Society of vases of flowers
there on exhibition. Below each vase is
a scale by which the size of the flowers
can be readily determined. In photo-
graphing the reduction was made the
same in each case so the comparison be-
tween them as far as size is concerned is
accurate. Strength of stem, etc., is well
shown by the way the flowers stand in
the vase.

The Chester County (Pa.) Carnation
Society will give a carnation show at
Wanamaker's, 13th and Market Sts.,
rhiladelphia, March 8, 9 and 10. Flow-
ers for exhibition should be forwarded,
prepaid, to Wanamaker's, marked "Flow-
ers for carnation show." They will be
staged by the committee.

Cinerarias and Calceolarias.

BY KENNETH FIXLAYSON.

{Extract from a paper read before the Afass.
HorticiiUiiral Society on February 24^

Cinerarias are propagated by seeds and
cuttings, the latter method being seldom
resorted to and only to be recommended
UjX perpetuating extraordinarily good
varieties. It is impossible to grow as
large a plant in the same time from a cut-
tirg as from seed. The best seed ought
to be purchased, for it is as easy to grow
good strains as bad ones. The seed
should be sown for large and early flow-
ering plants in the latter part of May or
early in June in pans or boxes four inches
deep. These must be well drained and
have a thin layer of sphagnum over the
drainage to prevent the soil from enter-
ing it. The main aim in regard to the
soil at this stage is lightness and poros
ity; therefore leaf mould and clean, sharp
sand should be used in equal parts, with
an additional fraction of fibrous loam.
The pans or boxes should be filled within
about an inch of the top and then made
smooth and level. Sow the seeds evenly
all over the surface; cover them lightly a
little more than their own depth, press
gently with a smooth board; then water
with a fine spray-rose and put a pane of
glass over the top of the pan to check
evaporation. Consign the pans now to
a frame to prevent draughts; the seeds
will soon germinate, therefore be watch-
ful and as soon as they make their ap-
pearance well over the soil remove the
glass from the pans in order that they
may not become lanky. If the frames are
some distance from the glass the pans
may be taken out and put on a shelf near
the light, but not where the sun will
strike them, for this would be instant de-
struction at this stage of their growth.
The frames in which the plants are to lc
grown during the summer should have a
northern exposure — that is, the higher
side should face south and the lower side
north. If there is a high board fence or
wall as an additional shade, so that the
sun could not shine on them at any time,
this would be an ideal position not only
for cinerarias, but for many other plants.
When this cannot be found the glass
must be painted with a thincoat of white
lead mixed with turpentine or kerosene.
Lath shades should also be made of the
same width as the sashes, the framework
one inch square with diagonal braces, and
the laths one inch wide, half an inch thick
and the same distance apart. The seed-
lings being in boxes underneath this care-
fully prepared canopy they will make
rapid growth and in a short time can be
transferred from boxes to three inch pots,
returning them to the frames thereafter
and plunging them in coal ashes or any
other loose material up to the rims of the
pots, coal ashes being preferable on ac-
count of its porosity and the barrier it
offers to earth worms. The soil at this

potting may have a further addition of
loam and a corresponding decrease of
sand, with a small quantity of well de-
cayed cow manure added.

All that is necessary now for a while is
shading, watering and syringing over-
head at least once a day on hot, bright
days — preferably in the evening when the
sun has passed entirely over them — this
furnishing the necessary moisture in the
bed and keeping down thrips and red
spider. Greenfly must also be looked
after with the utmost vigilance. The best
way to combat it, while the plants are
growing in frames, is to chop tobacco
stems and strew them over the surface of
the beds to a considerable thickness, re-
newing them at intervals. This is the
only time that cinerarias can be consid-
ered difficult to grow, for in spite of all
care some of then are likely to vanish.
The hot and dry atmosphere from the
latter part of June to the middle of Aug-
ust is a severe trial to any rapid growing
plant. After the middle of August it is
comparatively easy for the cultivator,
and instead of being at his wits' end to
keep them living and healthy, his trouble
will be to keep them provided with pot
room, for, like many other rapidly grow-
ing plants, they should not become pot
bound until they are in the pots in which
they are to flower. For commercial pur-
poses eight and nine-inch pots may be
used, the latter being sufficient for very
large plants.

Returning to the plants in the three-
inch pots, all that are strong and healthy
and have filled their pots with roots may
be transferred to pots two sizes larger at
each successive potting. This is for nov-
ices; but the professional may use one
size larger, that is, from a three to a six-
inch size, and from a six to a nine-inch,
but much tact and knowledge are required
in watering plants after such ample
shifts. This extreme latitude in potting
cannot be extended to any but rapidly
growing plants. At this stage the soil
plays the most important part. The
ctief component of soil for all plants with
few exceptions should be decomposed sods
from a grass pasture that has not been
tilled for a considerable time. The best
sods are those found in hollows in such
pastures. The sods should be cut of the
usual thickness for sodding and piled up
with a layer of cow manure free from lit-
ter between every three layers of sods. If
they can be left for a twelvemonth in this
pile before using they will become mellow
and better, and the fertilizing agents in
the manure will be more thoroughly in-
corporated. The compost should be
chopped with a pickaxe or spade before
using, the fineness of the chopping de-
pending on the nature of the plants to be
potted, but it should never be too finely
chopped or screened. Leaf moulds and
fine clean sand in quantity according to
the nature of the plants may be added at

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this time, mixing thoroughly and if possi-
ble leaving the compost for a month be-
fore using. The soil will then go through
a process of fermentation which will
sweeten it. For the final potting of cin-
erarias a six-inch potful of pulverized
sheep manure, a ten-inch potful of leaf
mould and two ordinary shovelfuls of
sharp sand may be added to the sods and
cow manure.

In October the plants, being in the flow-
ering pots, the pots should not be plunged
more than one-third their depth in the
plunging material. The nights increas-
ing in length and the sun being less
strong, evaporation is less rapid, and
everything that tends to excess of moist-
ure will make them spindly. Considera-
ble of the morning and afternoon sun
should be admitted to build up a stocky
and sturdyconstitution. The best strains
are naturally stocky and will as a rule
form pretty shapely plants without much
training on the part of the cultivator,
but some of them will be disposed to
throw their leading flower head to a con-
siderable height above the foliage, im-
pairing the beauty of the plant. This
must be corrected as soon as it is noticed
by nipping out the central flower spike,
so that the lateral spikes may assumethe
command, as they will almost invariably
do, rising to a uniform height above the
foliage and forming a close, dense head.
The plants ought to be taken into the
greenhouse any time in November tor
early flowering, which will commence in
January, or earlier if desired. The proper
night temperature in winter is from 40°
to 45°, on bright, sunny days 55° to 60°,
with abundance of air when the weather
permits. With this treatment they will
be so tree from insects that there will sel-
dom be occasion to fumigate more than
once during the winter.

Cinerarias are gross feeders and will
take an abundance of food after the pots
are well filled with roots. Once or twice
a week will not be too often to give it,
provided it is not too strong and the
weather is bright. A heaping tablcspoon-
fnl of guano and the same quantity of
soot in six gallons of water may be used;
the soot intensifies the color. Liquid cow
manure is very good as a stimulant and
can be used freely. Standen's fertilizer is
excellent, but as it is not easily dissolved
in water it is licitcr to spread it over the
■urtacc of the earth in the pots, where it
will dissolve gradually. A teaspoonful
is sufficient at one time for a ten or
twelve-inch pot; it is Ijetter to repeat
ofttncr than to give too large a dose at
once.

The culture of the calceolaria is similar
to that of the cineraria in almost every
particular. The former, however, is not
generally sown until about the first of
August; the iiccils tKJng much smaller, re-
quire m'^re attention in their early stages
to insure success. Bcingeven more impa-
tient of high temperature than the ciner-
orin.they re(|uirc thecoolcst and shndicRt
position to germinate freely. They are
also more sensitive to bright xunlight,
and must therefore be well shadnl in
sunny wrnthcr. They must always be
kept ildse to the glass, whether in frames
or greenhouwn, to eneourngc a sturdy
and strxky growth. The green aphis is
piirtinilnrly partial to thin plant; it will
nttnik the under sides of the leaves and
increase in great numlicrs l>cf<ire its pres-
ence is otherwise discovered, therefore the
under sides of the leaves must Ik- exam-
ined frequently. Strewing tolinrco stems
in quantities round the pot is the licst
way of warding off this enemy. The
plants require an abundance of wntcr

when well grown, but as little moisture
as possible should be tolerated on the
benches when they are in full flower,
otherwise the flowers will get spotted
very quickly. Shading when in flower is
verv necessary, the beauty of the flowers
being preserved thereby to double the
time it would otherwise last.

.\s the days are now increasing in
length they will give us also more sun-
light, this means that more air and water
can be given to plants in active growth,
and where the soil is well filled with act-
ive roots and the plants show signs of
needing more food some stimulant can
now be applied, either as mulching or in
the shape of liquid manure. If decided to
apply as a mulching a thin coat of pure
ground bone spread very evenly over the
surface at the rateof twenty-five to thirty
pounds to a house one hundred feet long
by twenty feet wide, covering this witn
about half an inch of fine, well decom-
posed manure will be found of great serv-
ice to increase thes'zeand general qualitj-
of the flowers. As a general thing this
will be found a much more satisfactory
way of applying stimulant than in the
form of liquid manure for the reason that
every time the plants are watered a lim-
ited amount of this material will be car-
ried down to the roots, which in turn they
can more readily assimilate than if ap
plied in larger quantities atany one time.
It also acts very beneficially by gradually
inducing new roots to form near the
surface, which in time will take entire
possession cf tliis mulching, and where it
dees so the re>ult is certain to bi- a. great
increase in healthy vigorous shoots and
size of flowers, and where reasonable care
is taken in watering the best ri.sulis arc
usually obtained from this method. On
the other hand, where the stimulant isap-
plied in the form o'' liquid manure it very
frequently happens that the plants get
more than they can utilize, or, to be more
explicit, over-watered. This means stag-
nation, which in turn causes a suildcn
check to the active growth; this must be
guarded against at .-ill times i( the best
results nKr to be obtained. To many of
your readers this will undoubtedly appear
unnecessary, as it has been so often re-
peated in these columns, but the same
doctrine has been preached for genera-
tions to followers f)f horticulture, yet I
fear many are still unbelieving even after
they get Into the "slough ol despond,"
hence it may still be well to rcrniml •lum
not to get clee(iir into the mire. .Some
may say — "Why keep linrpingoii a worn-
out Htrinj.-," Ikc.uisi- tliev li.ive never had
nnv difliculty in this line, so niiicli theliet-
ter for them, but many ol their brother
florists miiy have been less fortunate.
I'robiibly tlie nature of their soil has very
much to do with this. It is a well known
fact that some noils cm be given twice or
three limes an much wiiterasotiiers with-
out iiijurv, in fnji, f|iiite advantageously;
but. let there same growtrn get hold of a
close, retentive soil and the result will be
very different. Any plant that from the

nature of the soil can be watered very
freely every day will invariably do much
better than one that can only be watered
at distant intervals, and to those having
the latter the above is very much more
applicable.

Where hybrids are forced and are now
showing buds the size and color can be
considerably improved by fairly liberal
treatment from now until the blooms be-
gin to open. To get really fine flowers
of these they should get all the air possi-
ble during the day, when the weather will
permit it, and the temperature never be
allowed to exceed 50° at night. Where
grown in pots or boxes to succeed other
crops, such as chrysanthemums, etc., and
where only a limited amount of flowers
are required at one time this can very
readily be managed by taking the desired
number in at intervals of say ten or
twelve days apart, this will keep up a
fairly steady supply. For the verv earli-
est Mrs. John Laing, Magna Charta,
Anna de Diesbach, and General Jacquemi-
not are still the best; for the next Ulrich
Brunner can safely be added, and for later
crops Madame Gabriel Luizet, Baroness
Rothschild, Merveille de Lyon, Mabel
Morrison and some few others can be
added. From now on most of these va-
rieties will take from eleven to twelve
weeks to get them in full bloom from the
time they are placed in heat. When once
they have started to grow never allow
them to sufiier from a check either from
want of water or from sudden falling in
the temperature. To get really fine flow-
ers the plants must be well grown during
the summer, carefully rested in the fall
and protected in a cool house or similar
structure as soon as bad weather sets in
early in the season. The method for
above treatment has been given several
times in these columns.

Plants that have been forced early, it
placed in a cool house as soon as through
flowering, will with very littlecare bloom
very finely if planted in the open ground
a-^ soon as all danger from frost is past.
To many a florist doing a local trade
thisc plants come in very useful for this
purpose, and if the shoits which do not
happen to bloom are made into cuttings,
rooted, potted up nnd grown on liberally
all summer they will make fine plants to
bloom next winter, so thai the stick can
be continually renewed, and the plants
sold or otherwise as desired after bloom-
ing.

Where the young stock of Teas for next
season's supply has not been already pro-
vided for lose no time in getting the cut-
tings into the propagating house, choos-
ing good, clean, healthy wood f<jr this
])urpose and do not keep the temiierature
■of the cutting bed too high, or weak
growth will be the result.

John N. May.

Among Chicago Growers.

HASTHR I'OT PLANTS, ROSES, lU'I.nS AND
OUNHKAL STOCK.
Anvlindy interested in growing toscs in
pots will find many tliitijisot inti 'est, and
be able to gather much v.iUiable in'orma-
tioii by p.iyinga visit til thecstablisliinent
of our vetcriin grower Mr. August Dress-
ell. We mention roses in particular for
the reason that Mr. Dressell for upwards
of twenty years has made this his spc-
eiiilty, though large (juantitics of other
pot stuff as well as cul flowers are frown
lure. Mr. Dressell his the reptit.ition of
priidueing pot roses second to none. This
ye.'ir, as usu.il, the stock is very line and a
much larger (|uantily is grown than ever
bifore. We find half a dozen Houbcb de-

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PARTIAL VIEW OF MR. DORNERS DISPLAY AT THE INDIANAPOLIS MEETING OF THE AMERICAN

CARNATION SOCIETY LAST WEEK.

voted to growing; these roses. A large
part of them are intended for Easter, the
balance for spring trade. The first lot
consists of hybrids and Jacques. These
are showing bud and are expected to be
in full bloom at Easter. The selection of
varieties is made with a view that incase
all the plants can not be disposed of in
pots the flowers can be sold when cut.
The list is made up of such varieties as:
Mme. Eugene Verdier, Paul Neyron, Mme.
Gabriel Luizet, Baroness Rothschild, Mer-
veille dc Lyon, Marquise de Castellane,
Mrs. John Laing, Ulrich Brunner, John
Hopper, Gloire de Margottin and Anna
de Diesbach.

In addition to the above there is also a
batch of fine-looking La France finely
budded. These plants had been flowering
freely last summer and fall while growing
planted out in benches, but finding that
the outlook for a good wintercut wasnot
very promising the plants were lifted and
potted up.

American Beauty is treated in the same
way. This rose flourished exceedingly
well in the fall, producing a good cut of
blooms, but later in the season did poorly,
so bench after bench was lifted, the plants
were cut back, potted up and after re-
mainirg in a cold house a few weeks,
started up again, and we now find them
in vaiious stages of growth, which will
make them fine salable pot plants.

Fo"- general spring trade, in addition to
such varieties as above quoted, we see
such other sorts as Clothilde Soupert,
Hermosa, Mme. Plantier and a few
mosses.

• Most of the stock is imported every
year from Europe. Last year's importa-
tion included a lot of Pedes and La France
which are intended only for propagation.
Mr. D. thinks it a good plan to infuse new
blood into his stock occasionally.

There are two large houses, or rather,
sheds, which are built on purpose for stor-
ing this stock. Here the roses are care-
fully heeled in when received in the fall.
These houses are piped sufficiently to keep
out severe frost if necessary. It is here the
roses are also kept after being potted un-
til such a time as they may be wanted.

when they are removed in such batches as
may be required into other houses. As
none of this stock is intended for earlier
than Easter, none is forced in a high tem-
perature, thus all make fine hardy plants.

Next to roses Mr. Dressell is also quite
heavily into azaleas. There are two houses
of these. Very few are desired for early
flowering. The majority are intended for
Easter and as this holiday comes very
early this year, there will be little diffi-
culty in keeping them back. When asked
what varieties were in his opinion the
best, Mr. D. replied with a broad smile:
"Well, on the whole I would rather not
answer yourquestion. Yousee if I should
give you a list of what I might consider
desirable sorts, and also point out others
of less merit, or even worthless kinds,
you might wonder how I, who ought to
know just a little about azaleas, having
imported and grown them for tnore than
twenty years, should be such ii blankety
blank fool as to grow a number of such
varieties, as are least desirable. Well, the
fact of the matt»r is that it matters but
little what sorts you may order. Those
fellows on the other side of the salt pond
will send you just such kinds as may hap-
pen to be plentiful with them. If you
should remonstrate with them, they will
tell you with that suave and gentlemanly
manner peculiarly their own, 'Why, my
dear sir, we are substituting sorts that
are far more valuable than the ones you
ordered. These sorts are quite the rage
here in Europe, you can't afford to be be-
hind the times. It is not your money we
are after but we are looking after your
own interests. If your people don't ap-
preciate a good thing when they see it,
you must educate them up to it.' Oh a
fine lot of missionaries they are but I am
such an old heathen that I have not been
converted yet to their way of thinking.
I think," adds Mr. D. with a merry twin-
kle in his eye, "I shall teach my dog a new
trick. I bet he'll know the meaning of
'Azalea' next summer."

There are several houses of callas and
Harrisii in pots, also for Easter trade, be-
sides large batches of Spiraa Japonica
and Dcutzla gracilis.

Staphylea colchica is a new thing with
us. We have never seen it forced here be-
fore. There is but one plant of it in bloom
but it is a beautiful thing. This shrub in
habit resembles the lilac and can be forced
just as easily. The flower trusses also
resemble lilac somewhat but the flor-
ets are larger, white with light yellow
throat. We counted a dozen sprays
on the plant, the size of lilacs we gener-
ally import. This ought to find a good
market, but can not be sold cheap, as the
plant is quite expensive.

A range of houses is also devoted to cut
flowers. Prominent among these are
several which are devoted to Jacques and
hybrids. None are in bloom yet but all
are doing well. One house of Jacques in
particular caught our attention. The
stock is grown in solid beds. The canes,
sharply tied down to the ground, broke
so evenly that not a vacant spot the size
of a dollar can be found on the bed, and
every lead is set with bud. The growth
too is so remarkably even that appar-
ently there is not an inch difference in
length. "I had quite an experience with
this house," remarks Mr. Dressell, "you
see I have tried in various years to bring
in a lot of Jacques for Christmas but
never succeeded. I had about given up
trying, still as this house ripened up early
last fall, and the canes were exceptionally
strong, I was tempted to try it again.
Well, it didn't take me very long to find
out that failure was inevitable. The
plants broke unevenly, the growth was
weak, so I concluded to call a halt. I grad-
ually withdrew the heat and let the house
freeze up again. Quite a risky experiment,
you will say. Perhaps. But there you
have the result.

In teas there is a good house of Mete-
ors. This rose has always been grown
successfully here. The house is not kept
as warm as most growers would advo-
cate; 65° is the mean temperature. Mr.
D. thinks that syringing with hot water
is very bencfici il to this variety. The
water used is almost scalding hot but the
plants certainly thrive under this treat-
ment."

Mr. S. Pearce owns and operates thg

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r. 1

old original establishment of ^^^. Dressell
on Clvbourn Ave. The place has been a
landmark to old florists for many years,
but little remains to remind us ol olden
times. The place has gradually been re-
built in a modern way and the old brick
flue has given way to the steam and hot
water boiler.

Here too we find a good stock of pot
roses for Easter and springtrade. Also a
large and very fine lot of azaleas. Part of
this stock is farther advanced and quite a
number of plants are finely in bloom. No
large plants are imported since there is lit-
tle or no demand for large specimens.
"Plants that retail for from $2 to $3 each
are the best sizes to grow," remarks Mr.
Pearce. "I have tried more expensive
ones but found no sale for them."

A fine lot of Harrisii in 5-inch pots will
make ideal plants for the Easter trade.
The plants are grown stocky, of just the
right height, and well furnished with fol-
iage from the pot up.

We note also a fine batch of Dutch hya-
cinths with strong blooms.

Mr. Jurgens is one of the boys who
wishes he hadn'c. But since heis long on
bulbs he tries to make the best of it.
Bulbous stuff has been Mr. Jurgens' spe-
cialty for a number of years. He was the
first in our city who grew lily of the valley
in summer from cold storage pips. Last
year he lost a good many thousand pips
through carelessness of warehouse men,
so this year Mr. J. has built himself an ice
vault and will care for hi« stock himself.
A batch of valley now in bloom is very
fine. Tulips on the other hand are rather
disappointing. His stock forces badly
this year. The bulbs, though of extra
large size, come very uneven and show
many weak and crippled flowers. Yellow
Prince is the best and we note some very
fine blooms. Tournesols are just coming
in now but are not at their best yet.
Some of the later showy varieties are now
brought in for forcing, and we expect to
see some fine tulips shortly.

Geo. KIchm is keeping the boys guess-
ing again this winter. How does he do
it? is the conundrum propounded. Well
we roust confess that we don't know, but
there is not the least doubt that George
does. At any rate he gets there. We re-
fer to his La Ktine tulips, or Queen Victo-
ria as some call it. It takes an expert to
tell though whether it be La Keine orsome
other pink sort. It is of course no trick
at all to produce this variety at this time
of year at least, with more or less of a
pink tinge, but in his flowers it is not a
qaestioD of a mere shade of pink, it is so
pronounced, so deep and rich, difl'uscd all
over the flowers, as to render it a quite
distinct pink variety. And it is not alone
the color, but the flriwcrs are fully one-
third larger than those from the same
■tfK'k as (trown elitcwhirc. And then the
■ha|icofthc bloom even is changed, the
flowers Ijcing considrrable longer and
more pfiintcd at top. Thcreisnoqucslion
of its firing the true La Kcinc. We posi-
tively know the stock to lie imported
from II well known European house that
is sending the same kind of bulbs all over
this country and yet »<i far as we know
none of them have ever lieen grown iis
these are. I'lint Krnnicott advances an
ideo, which might be looked into by some
of the interested brethren, lie reasons
thus. Vou know that (".eorge nirikes sev-
eral hogthearls of wine every year. Now
jrou know that if you moisten your sys-
tem rejientedly with grn|ic juice you will
produce a fine color in your face. Why
shouldn't it do the same to n tulip? II.

A Nematode Disease of the Carnation.

BY PROF. WM. TRELEASE.

[Rf ad he/ore the American Carnation Society at
Indianapolis^ heb, 2r, iii94.'\

It seems as though in proportion to the
importance attached to a cultivated
plant the number and variety of its
diseases increase. The excellent papers
by Professor Atkinson* and Professor
Halstedt on the diseasesof the carnation,
read before the American Carnation Soci
ety, show that they are more numerous

ing the appearance of the affected plants
and the galls on their roots.

It is stated that the disease manifests
itself by a browning and shriveling of the
tissues, usually of one side of the plant,
progressing from below upward, and re-
sulting in the destruction of the plant.
So far as can be seen there is no local
cause for this effect. At the base of such
plants, however, in Mr. Fehr's experience,
small irregular galls, varying from the
thickness of the smaller roots up to an
eighth or three-sixteenths of an inch in
diameter, are always to be found on the
roots, usually on thin roots or those of
medium thickness. In the specimens sent
for examination these galls present the
appearance of the healthy root so far as
color and surface are concerned. They
are of a yellowish white color, but they
are easily recognizable, even when very

A NEMATODE DISEASE OP THE CARNATION IHETERODERA RADIOICOLA I.

than most persons would have supposed,
and yet it is probable that these papers
arc far from exhausting the subject. At
the January meeting of the St. Louis Flo-
rists' Club, in the course of a discussion
on the carnation and the difficulties of
growing it Mr. A. (i. Eehr of Belleville,
III., stated that the dying on one side of
the plant which he and other members of
the club hati (fiuiul frtcjuenl and destruct-
ive about St. Louis was accciinpanicd, go
far as his observation wcnt.liv the occur-
rence of galls on the roots. This w;is so
suggestive of the work of the root nema-
tode us to pronifit a reijueHt for speci-
mens, that the subject might be given
examination, and I have to thank Mr.
I'chr for some excellent specimens show-

•rrtiitr*!. with fiiinirroiift llliipttrntlr,iiil, in the
Amiuuon I'mikist, I'cli. in, IKW, piiKCT 720-72H.
with f-trntii III \>ni^r HI,'i,

trrliilf<t, with ilhiMlrittioiiH, In tlir Ami'.kican
I'l/iuiHT for Pell. 28, IHlia, paKCH 7SI-7!)4.

small, from the abrupt swelling wliicli
they represent in the root. As they be-
come older they arc quite irregular and
covered with little nodules. Even the
smaller ones are likely to present a cer-
tain irregularity of surface, with indica-
tion ot tlie early formation of such nrd-
ules. On ?ome of the older galls these
nodules are found lo be replaced by cavi-
ties surrounded by a thin, ragged margin
and a few other." are of -in or.angc color,
different lioiii lli.it of the rest of the root,
and eviikiilly m.-ir^iiied by a thin mem-
brane derived from the root.

One ol these nodules, picked out from a
young gall by the aid of a needle which is
worked in behind it .iiul pljiced in a <lro|i
of water under the miciosropc, is seen to
have a peciilinr white color, much clearer
than that of the root. In the older galls,
where the nodules have not been dc
Btroyed, when they arc removed in the

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same way, they present very much the
same appearance, except that their color
is an orange yellow and they are gener-
ally quite opaque. These nodules repre-
sent the females of the root nematode
(Heterodera radicicola), which is the cause
of the gall formation ontheroots. Within
these females, which occur at all depths
in the root, from the center to the surface,
from which they may even partly pro-
trude, are to be found eggs measuring
about .04 mm. by .110 mm. in all stages
of segmentation up to the formation of
the larval worm, which lies coiled within
the egg membrane and other larvae which
have already hatched and lie free within
the mother. The characteristic feature
of this worm is to be found in the curious
metamorphosis of the old female into a
quiescent, cyst-like body and her slight
resemblance to the male, which after a
short time resumes its original activity
and then more nearly agrees with the
larva and with other nematodes. Mi-
grating from the old cysts from which
they have escaped, the young make their
way into other roots or other parts of
the same root, attacking the young and
tender portions, where they give rise to
galls similar to those in which they were
themselves born.

So far as I know this Heterodera was
first noted as occurring in North America
by the writer, in the Cou?ii>y Gentlemait
for 1885, when it was reported as caus-
ing galls on the roots of the clematis.
It has long been known in Europe, how-
ever, and in South America, and is the
cause of serious diseases in a considera-
ble number of cultivated plants, among
others the coffee. A closely related, if
separable, species is also destructive to
the sugar beet in Europe. Within the last
few years the root nematode has been

made the subject of several important
studies in this country, notably a practi-
cal, but somewhat erroneous article, em-
bodying the results of field work rather
than critical laboratory work, by Neal*,
and a very careful paper by Professor
Atkinsont, giving a thorough account of
the structure and transformations of the
creature, and embodying a partial bibli-
ography of the subject and including a
list of thirty-six species of plants on which
the worm is known to live in Alabama.

The gall disease caused by this nema-
tode is one of the most difficult to control.
For open-air cultivation there is hardly
any precaution that will enable one to
escape the disease, but by rotating the
carnation with other plants which are
known not to be infested by the nematode
it is possible after a period of years to
free the soil which has become charged
with them. Until this is done replanting
carnations is likely simply to invite fur-
ther attacks. Keeping down weeds and
worthless plants is also very desirable,
for we have here one of the best illustra-
tions of the indirect harm that weeds
may do by serving as nurses for the para-
sites of important cultivated plants.
Compost is also pointed out by Professor
Atkinson as being a source of danger, if
it contains roots affected by the nema-
tode, but on the authority of Kuhn he
states that this danger may be avoided
by placing unslacked lime in layers with
the refuse of infected plants used in mak-
ing the compost. It might be well to
note here that Mr. Fehr stated duringthe
discussion which prompted this investi-
gation that he first observed the disease

♦Department of Agriculture. Division of Ento-
mology. Bulletin No. 20. Washington. 18811.

tBuUetin No. 9 (Science Contributions, Vol. 1,
No. 1) of the Agricultural Experiment Station at
.Auburn, Alabama, December, 1889.

at his own place in some carnations that
had been rather heavily fertilized with
raw hen manure, which may perhaps
have introduced them, although it is by
no means clear how this could have been.

Within the greenhouse the problem is a
much simpler one, and there seems no rea-
son why this nematode disease should
ever be particularly troublesome there if
care is taken to propagate from sound
stock, since sterilization of the soil by
heat will be quite effective in preventing
their introduction through either earth
or compost. In the American Florist
for September 28, 1893, p. 171, is de-
scribed a sterilizing vat used by Mr. W.
N. Rudd of Mount Greenwood, 111., for
sterilizing all earth used in the extensive
greenhouses under his care, the steriliza-
tion being effected by steam from the
heating boilers carried by a suitable sys-
tem of pipes through the tank in which
the earth is placed, and heated up to the
point of the destruction of all vegetable
and animal life.

The accompanying figures show the
base of a plant with root galls, natural
size, a fragment of root with several
galls, enlarged two diameters, a free nem-
atode, the tail of a second and three eggs,
two of them in process of segmentation „
all enlarged 200 diameters.

On the occasion of the presentation of
the foregoing notes to the Florists' Club
of St. Louis at its February meeting Mr.
F. J. Fillmore placed in my hands speci-
mens from his carnation house, illustrat-
ing the dying back as he has observed it.
These specimens were quite free from
galls, bttt were suflfering from the bac-
teria disease described in the papers
above referred to, from which it may be
inferred that under the head of dying
back the ordinary cultivator may include
at least these two very different diseases.
Mr. Robert F. Tesson tells me that for
the nematode galls of rose roots * freely
watering the plants is helpful.

"Halsted, New Jersey Exper. Sta., report for
1892, p. 381. J ^ H ' y

Carbolic Acid for Carnation Rust.

Among the difierent remedies for carna-
tion rust mentioned in the American
Florist we have not noticed anyone as
using carbolic acid as a preventive. We
have used the acid this winter and have
found it quite as eflective as the copper
solutions, and it is much more quickly
prepared and applied. We use about
three teaspoonfuls to a bucket of water
and apply it with a syringe.

Gallon, O. J. A. Tracht & Son.

Foreign Notes.

A correspondent of the London Garden
recently makes note of carnation Tidal
Wave, which he had received from a friend
in Canada. He particularly commendsit
for its good habit, freedom of bloom, and
well-formed, non-bursting flowers.

A distinct new hybrid cypripedium, re-
cently certificated at Manchester is C.
Fairieano-Lawrenceanum. It is a cross
between the two varieties from which it
derives its compound name. Theshapeis
suggestive of Fairieanum, with a dorsal
sepal like Lawrenceanum; colors purple,
bronze, green and white.

One of the most remarkable orchid hy-
brids ever raised is a cross between Laslia
elegans and Sophronitis grandiflora. The
plant is small, neat in growth, and bear-
mg at the apex of the pseudo-bulb a well-
shaped flower of brilliant carmine-rose
with a slight tintof orange; the lipis deep
crimson with a suffusion of orange in the
throat. The plant has been named
Sophro-Cattleya Veitchii.

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A highly ornamental new mnsa is M.
aurantiaca, distingTiished by its brilliant
orange bracts anr) flowers. It belongs to
the non-edible section, and is closely allied
to M. coccinea. The leaves are bright
green, 2V4 to 3 feet long; spike dense, un-
der one toot long, bracts and calyx bright
yellow. It is a native of Upper Assam,
and has been flowered for the first time in
cultivation at Hanover.

A comparatively new palm, very dis-
tinct and ornamental, is Phopoloblaste
beiandra. When young it is as graceful
and serviceable as Cocos WeddtUiana,
and should be valuable for decorative
purposes.

Seasonable Hints.

The show pelargoniums that you have
been keeping cool and rather dry for the
past two or three months will now begin
to feel the increased rays of the sun, and
show signs of making a more active
growth. Now is the time to shift them
from a 4-inch pot, in which they have
been wintered and be given a 5-or 6 inch,
according to the size of the plant. If any
of them have made a growth sufficient to
give a good strong cutting without rob-
bing the plant too much you can increase
your stock, and the cuttings taken off
will make good plants, either for market
or your own supply of that variety. Re-
member pelargoniums want a good firm
soil. When in their flowering pots they
should at least be given a crock and piece
of green moss, for drainage. They must
at all times be in a house where constant
fumigating is going on, for no plant is a
greater favorite with green fly than these.
Don't throw away your pan or flat of
canna seed because only a few have come
and you think the rest of the seed is use-
less. Pot off' all those a few inches high,
but keep the seed pan warm and moist
and they will continue to come up for
months.

You should endeavor to put in the cut-
ting bed just now as large a batch of
coleaa and achyranthuscuttings as possi-
ble, for from these cuttings you will get
your fine large 4-inch pot plants for vases,
veranda boxes, etc. Much laterthanthis
date will do for the bedding plant size, but
for good big plants it is time to have them
propagated.

We arc having very changeable weather
and no doubt will have, and as the sun
gets more powerful look out for your
panny frames. If frozen tight all right,
but on Mil days when the glass is notcov-
ered with snow and the thermometer
goes above the freezing point, have the
sashes raised a few inches, or they will
get a premature start and suffer from se-
vere freezing, which we are bound yet to
have.

If ony^or too many of your azaleas —
•how that they arc coming into bloom
too early for Raster don't forget that
Azalea indica will stand a very low tem-
perature, that is anything alKivc freezing.
If you have such a place you can retard
tbem several weeks, and not the slightest
barm will l>e done. Oon't trust that you
will get nil ) our lilies in at ICnster with-
out a great amount of maneuvering. They
will not \k all in at the right time, even
under the same conditions, and therefore
continual watching, chnngin)^ round, and
good judgment must IteexerciKd.

A crop of lilly of the valley is very
<Iesiralilc at ICnstcr, and unless you have
n very strong Ixittom heat you have no
time to spare. If your snnd has a tem()er-
nturc of l^t' and the to|) heat fiG to Off
you can allow almost thirty days. If it
shonid be fully developed a few days abend

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CARNATION HELEN KELLER AS SHOWN AT THE INDLANAPOLIS MEETING.

of the date wanted, none the worse, for
it greatly improves when cut and placed
in water in a cool place for a day or two.
I intended a week earlier than this to
give you the dates that my experience
has taught me to bring in the difTerent
varieties of tulips, hyacinths, etc., for
Easter. It is such a movable date that
no definite time will answer for every
year. Eighteen to twenty days is time
enough for such early tulips as Yellow
Prince, La Reine, Vermilion Brilliant,
Kaiserkroon and in fact any of the early
single varieties, and plenty of time for
Narcissus Von Sion and Trumpet Major.
The double forcing tulips Tournesol,
Murillo, Rex Kubrorum,etc., should have
had twenty-eight to thirty days to force
easily, and I trust you have those in be-
fore you read these lines. Dutch hya-
cinths in pots will require no more than
twenty days. Don't give the tulips a
bright house and low temperature or
they won't be in, and when they are in
flower under those conditions it is yet so
early in the season that the stems would
be too short. A night temjKjrnture of
60° and a slight shade is what they
want. Let me remind you that for sev-
eral seasons past tulips have not gone
off at liastcr as they did some years ago.
Many other flowers are preferred nt that
holiday. Therefor don't force too many.
In this latitude after the 2.'ith of March
there will l>e six or seven weeks elapse
l>eforc there is any spring flowers from
outside. Ah the sun gets higher there is
a natural demand for spring flowers, and
they bring Just as good a price as at
Easter.

Don't neglect just now to put in a large
batch of cuttings of the douf)lc sweet
nlyssum. It is one of the few white llow-
enng plants we have for baskets, vases,
etc., and is indispensable. A mild hotbed
is the place to finish thrni off after you
get tlirni into n .'finch pot. There are few
more valuiible plants for vases than the
several varieties of acbyranthus, but

large plants are needed, and as they grow
much slower and more compact than
coleus they should be propagated in
quantity at once.

You may have occasion at this crowded
time to place lilies, azaleas and other
Easter plants on beds of soil; lots of mov-
ing has to be done and all sorts ot places
utilized to get your crops in just right.
You all know the ill effects of standing a
pot (say a 5 or 6-inch) on soil. The
worms in the bed will go for the pot, and
drainage is likely to be destroyed. To
prevent this and do no harm to either
plant or soil cut up some tarred roofing
paper into the desired size. The plant
will lift clean ofT at any time and the
worms will keep a respectful distance.
Wm. Scott.

Philadelphia.

The February meeting of the Pennsyl-
vania Horticultural Society was quite
well attended and every one present
seemed greatly interested in the proceed-
ings. That the hall should be rebuilt on
its present site is now the settled convic-
tion of the workers of the society, and
resolutions offered by Jhos. Cnrtledgc
requesting the trustees to erect the hall
as soon as possible were passed unani-
mously, and a committee of conference
was appointed to wait on them and urge
the importance ol pushing the work
forward as rapidly as possible. In 8i)eak-
ing to the resolutions ^^^. Cartledge said
that he h.-id no doulii that if the matter
was properly placed before the members
of the society, ol which there were now
something near n thousand, consisting
of many of the wealthiest and most
influential |>eople of the city, there would
lie very little dilhiulty in raising the
necessary funds.

Increasing the meinbeiship was sug-
gested as one of the best plans, us it was
thought that out of such a large city as
Philadelphia the membership could be in-
creased many times if the proper effort

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was made, particularly could life members
be obtained and this would help to in-
crease the building fund very materially.
Mr. Battles believed in the membership
plan as a great aid; get new blood into
the society, keep it up to date, make it
progressive, etc., were his ideas and

acting on this line he sent to the secretary's
desk seven applications for membership
which he had secured almost without
effort. Others spoke in a like strain and
Mr. Craig for the trustees thought that
the committee would find them ready and
willing to co-operate with the society and

consider any feasible plan looking to re-
building the hall. It was a question of
funds with them and they had not seen
their way clear to proceed in the matter
as with the $33,000 now on hand, insur-
ance money, it would take about $35,000
to $40,000 additional to erect such a
building as would meet the requirements
of the society and be a source of revenue,
instead of an additional burden. John
Westeott for the Florists' Club said they
would give $1,000 to the building fund.

The schedule for next fall's chrysanthe-
mum show was adopted. Theexhibition
will be held November 6 to 10th and the
only place available being the First Regi-
ment Armory it was decided to secure
this building for the show.

One of the most interesting and instruc-
tive papers the society has ever had pre-
pared was now read by Mr. Joseph Mee-
han, the subject being"Treesforcity use."
It was listened to with great attention
and deservedlyapplauded.

In the discussion which followed
Robt. Craig said that he saw no more
reason why property owners should plant
and care for street trees than they should
lay their own sewers, gas pipe or pave-
ments. They should be controlled alike
by the city. He spoke of the results ac-
complished by the commission which has
charge of the street trees in Washington,
D. C, and suggested that an ordinance
should be prepared and offered to councils
having this object in view, and on his mo-
tion a committee was appointed to draft
an ordinance to be brought before the
city councils looking to the appointment
of a tree commission or other method to
effect the desired end. The committee
consists of Robt. Craig, Thos. Meehan
and Edwin Lo isda!e. Mr. Mv-ehan said
that if the city trees were to be under the
charge of a commission he would perhaps
suggest other varieties than those men-
tioned. In answer to a question as to
why he had not mentioned the elm he said
that it was because they were so liable to
attacks of insects in the built up parts of
the cities; in the suburbs they would do
all right.

The weather for the past few days has
been very cold, the thermometer register-
ing some 25 degrees of frost, the coldest
weather experienced this winter.

Roses, particularly the large teas, are
now very fine. Mermets and Brides are
at their best. Brunners are scarce. Smith
& Whitely have some very fine stock and
Anderson and La Roche & Stahl are send-
ing in a few. G. .Anderson has two large
houses which will be in before long. The
price is no w $5 a doz. Other large roses
are also scarce, thesupply not beingequal
to the demand. Prices are about the
same as last week.

Carnations are beautiful but seem tired
and soon go to sleep. What is the matter
with this flower? It does not keep nearly
as well as before the holidays. Perfectly
fresh flowers, or those guaranteed to be
so, will scarcely last two days; in fact
those not sold the day received are scarcely
salable the next. We see no remedy or
thoughts of one in theaccountof the pro-
ceedings of the society at Indianapolis.
Mr. Cartledge of Pennock Bros, says that
in a box outside their greenhouse on a
roof, carnations put in vases of water will
keep for a week, while portions of the same
stock if placed in the cellar or refrigerator
will go to sleep the second day.

A very exciting game of ten pins was
played at the club alleys last Thursday
evening. There was but a difference of
two pins at theendof the match. Messrs.
Craig, McLean, Brown and Kennedy, all
made over 500 in the three games, G.

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Craig'sscorebeing553. Brown captained
the winning team. K.

Chicago.

Trade this week has been fairly active.
In the retail line business is fully as good
as might be expected in the middle of
Lent. There are no large weddings or
receptions, but the boys are kept busy
with dinners and luncheon decorations,
and transient trade also is picking up a
little. Although business may not be
quite up to former seasons, still there is a
more cheerful view taken by most of the
dealers.

Commission men report an increased
shipping demand. Orders of this kind
were unusually heavy and greatly helped
to clear up the stock.

Roses in most all classes are plentiful
and of improved quality; there is no ap-
parent glut of any one variety. In large
roses there is still a decided shortage;
Beauties are scarce with brisk demand,
verj- few long stemmed flowers are noted.
Good long stemmed stock sells readily at
$3 a dozen, with a few extra choice at $4,
but the great bulk is short stuff selling at
from 50 cents to $1. Hybrids are still
scarce. A few good Brunners are seen in
the market which are mostly shipped in
from outside points. The flowers are not
up to the standard in size but are of good
form and color and with fine long stems.
They bring from $3 to $4 a dozen for the
best. Some Anna de Diesbach are also
noted but onl3' second grade flowers,
which bring $2. Jacques are improving.
Most of the flowers shipped in now are
from plants grown in solid beds and are
much firmer and of better quality than
those noted before. These bring $1.50.
Bridesmaid finds a ready market at $8,
but few flowers are offered as nost of the
growers, who have a stock of this variety
are using all the available wood for cut-
tings. Mermets are coming in very fine
and of uniforml}' good color that is rarely
seen in our market. Brides too are good,
but La France is hardly up to the
standard though here and there a good
lot may be noted; $4 is the ruling price
for good stock. Woottons go at $3 to $4,
and Perles, Gonlicrs and Niphetos at $2
to 33. Meteor is of much better color but
rather small; good stock finds a ready
sale at from $5 to $6.

Carnations arc plenty and of fairly
good quality. Very few of the common
8ort« go over $1. In fancy, Daybreak
sells at $1.50; a few extra good bring $2;
Scott about the same.

Bulb stuff of .ilmost every variety is
Tcrv slow. Daffodils arc a perfect drug
andean hardly Ik- given away. In Dutch
hyacinths only the light lavender shades
arc in fair demand. Valley can be bought
of very good quality at $1.50 to $2
Komans are about the same. Tulips arc
very slow. I'ink grown I-a Kcinc and
Kaiser Kroon are the onl^' two varieties
called for. The former brings $.'» iind the
latter $4. Most of the other Horts go at
$3 and less.

Violets still bold their own although
the stock thot is offered nt present is not
of rcrjr good color. The supply is about
equal to the demand. Ouot.ationon extra
choice (very starce) is $1.50, the bulk of
the strx'k selling at $1 to $1.25.

Ilarrisii arc nrjt quite as plenty and
have moved \\\t a notch. Some extra
gornl l>ring $>' though most of the stork
is disiKjscd of at from .$5 to $0. Cnllas
are plenty and in little or no demand.

There is some very fine mignonette
sent in now, mostly of giant varieties and
Mncbet. Good spikes of these flowers
find a ready sale at $2.S0.

Orchids keep coming in quite freely.
There seems to be no trouble to dispose
of them, except cj-pripediums, these last
are very slow. Cattleyas. mostly of the
Trianas species bring from 40 to 50 cents
each. Some forms of odontoglossum and
dendrobium also sell well.

In greens there is little change. Smilax
is extremely slow at 8 to 10. Asparagus
plumosus is in fair demand. Adiantum
IS in good supply at $1 to $1.25.

H. Schiller has bought out the retail
establishment of T. J. Corbrey at 897 W.
Madison street.

Boston.

A slight drop in the price of roses is the
only noticeable feature of the cut flower
market. Scanty production rather than
large demand is responsible for the fact
that there is as yet no troublesome over-
stock of anythingexcepting perhaps Har-
risii lilies and smilax. A suggestion of
the approach of Easter is seen in the few
candidum lilies beginning to appear, the
bunches of pretty English primroses and
the genistas which decorate the florists'
windows. Otherwise stock is unchanged
in character, and prices hold about the
same as they were before Ash Wednesday
put its damper upon social gayeties.
Violets are being worn more generally.
They seem to be almost exclusivelj' the
favorites for street wear and an enor-
mous quantity of them is disposed of
dailv with gratifj'ing regularity.

On Saturday, Feb. 24, Mr. Kenneth
Finlayson gardener for C. G. Weld, de-
livered an essay on cinerarias and calceo-
larias at Horticultural Hall. The weather
was extremely cold, the worst day of the
season to bring in plants, but Mr. Fin-
layson had a row of bright cinerarias on
the front of the platform with which to
illustrate his remarks, and on the exhibi-
tion tables was a fine collection of den-
drobium blooms, cattleyas, etc., from
George McWilliam and various cut flow-
ers Irom other exhibitors.

Mr. E. S. Converse's estate at Maiden
is well known for its attractive grounds
and fine bedding in the summer. Mr. D.
F. Roy is the gardener. At present he
has a brilliant display of cinerarias of a
very fine strain in one of the housis, and
a quantity of healthy calceolarias give
promise of a good show of these favorite
plants in due time. Palm house, graperies
and peach houses all look well and the
work of preparing for the thousands of
bedding plants required for S[.ring plant-
ing has already begun.

I'eter Fisher & Co.'s new crimson car-
nation Jacqueminot has secured the ap-
j)roval of the buyers here and bids fair to
Wcomc a leading variety in the market.
Mr. I'ishcr reports the advance sale of
rooted cuttings as very large.

.Mr. John K. Fotheringhnin, represent-
ing Lord & Uurnhnni, hns been sojourn-
ing at the Hub for a few days.

New York.

liusiness has l>ecn intermittent during
the past week. Some days fairly good,
others extremely dull. The Arion Hall
and Valentine's Day in the previous week
had used up stock on hand and thin f/icl
together with tlieiontinurd dark weather
prevented any Hrrioiis overstock at the be-
ginning of the week. The funeral of Kep-
pltr, of /'ink. furninhed a large ainoiiiit
of work for some of the retail florists iiiul
called fiira largc<|uantity of white fhiwcrs.
Washington's llirthday was unusiilly dull,
very little s|)ecial demand on account of
the holiday licing apparent.

There arc n great many poorroscscom-

ing to the market. Of American Beauty
this is especially true. The proportion ot
deformed, discolored and short stemmed
buds of this variety is very large and
number one blooms are few and far be-
tween with most of the growers. Ernst
Asmus is sending in some good Brunners
and from Julius Roebrs are coming Brun-
ners, Magnas and Luizets which are as
fine as have ever been seen at this season
of the year. A noticable feature of the
rose trade this year is the decreased de-
mand for, and the very small quantity
grown, of the smaller varieties of tea
roses, such as Bon Silene, Niphetos and
Gontier. This class of buds seems to have
no place in the market to-day.

The carnation growers in this vicinity
seem much pleased at the selection of one
of their number, Mr. Eugene Dailledouze,
as President of the Carnation Society and
there is no doubt that he will have the
pleasure of leading a very large delegation
from this vicinity to the Boston meeting
next year.

August Rolker & Sons have succeeded
to the business of Robert B. Young & Co.
as plant auctioneers at 205 Greenwich
St. Mr. Young has been contemplating
withdrawing from business for sometime
on account of continued ill health.

Mr. Wm. Tricker, the well known
grower of aquatic plants, has removed
from Dongan Hills, New York, to Clifton,
N. J., where he has made an alliance with
Mr. S. C. Nash under the name of Wm.
Tricker & Co. Fine ponds are already
located and they propose erecting several
houses specially adapted to the growing
of aquatics.

The annual spring exhibition of the
United States Nurseries will be held from
Saturday, March 3rd, to Saturday,
March 10th, inclusive. The public are in-
vited and several extra trains will stop at
Short Hills during the progress of the ex-
hibition.

Chatterton Bros., florists, have moved
from their former location at 5th Ave.
and 42nd St., to a largerstore on Colum-
bus Ave. near 74th St.

Mr. E. V. Hallock sailed for Europe
Wednesday, February 21st, on steamer
Majestic.

Washington.
At the last state dinner of the season
given by President and Mrs. Cleveland in
honor of the Judiciary, the decorations
were in scarlet and green. In the state
dining room the table, which was in the
shajjc of a Roman I as heretofore, was
resplendent with scarlet tulips and aspar-
agus. The centerpiece of scarlet tulips
was about three feet in diameter
and one foot high. At either side of
this was placed oblong plats about four
feet long of scarlet tulips on asparagus.
Across either end of the table were ar-
ranged threeround plats two feet through
all of red tulips on a base of asparagus.
Corsage bou(|uets of American Beauties
were provided for e.'ich lady, and a bud
of same was at the place of each gentle-
man. Near the transverse sections of the
table were large cut glass bowls heaped
with Irish strawberries, carrying out the
scarlet effect. The chandeliers were fes-
tooned with smilax and the corners of the
room were filled with p:ilnis and rubber
plants. The maiitelH were banked with
scarlet tulips. In the liiist Room the
ctistonuiry arrangeinentH of ])alni8 and
ilecorative plants were lighted by the In-
Irodiiciion of tiny red, white and blue
electric lights. In the tri|)let east window
the arrangement of plants was sur-
mounted by nn electric star in the national
colors. The two east mantels in the East

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685

Uncle John, wlntr\ The Stuart, ted.

VIEW IN ONE OF MR, F. DORNER'S CARNATION HOUSES, LAFAYETTE. IND.

Room were banked with hyacinths and
Easter lilies with broad curtainsof Aspar-
agus plumosus hanging to the floor, the
two west mantels being banked with
plants. The large space above the en-
trance to the main corridor was filled
with decorative plants, with electric
lights in the Union colors. Reynolds.

JOHN ROSE.

John Rose, the well known florist of
Cincinnati, died Feb. 12, of that dread
disease consumption. For several years
Mr. Rose was foreman for the late F. T.
McFadden, whose greenhouses were wide-
ly known as the finest in the West, con-
taining as they did one of the finest
■collections of orchids in America. Last
spring Mr. Rose leased the establishment
and since then, with the assistai ce of his
foreman, Mr. James Allen, has successfully
conducted it. As a grower Mr. Rose had
DO superiors and few equals. Hi- was the
first to grow the grand C3'clameps that
became celebrated in the trade. He was
successful with every plant placed under
his charge and seemed to be in perfect
touch with all that is best and most
beautiful in nature. He loved his plants
with a mother's love and gave them a
mother's care. At the exhibitions, where
he entered, his name always stood high
among the prize winners.

As a man he was fair and honest in all
his dealings, and never refrained from
■speaking what he thought. He leaves a
wife and three small children to mourn his

John Rose was born in the county of
Nairnshire, in Scotland, May 14, 1866.
He served his time with his father, who
was gardener to Sir George McPherson
Grant, at Ballindallock Castle, Banffshire.
He arrived in Americain 1883 and worked
at several places in Newport, also for Mr.
David Allan for two and a half years at
Mount Auburn, Boston, Mass. He was
in charge of Siebrecht & Wadley'sorchids
for two years, after which became to Cin-
cinnati as foreman for the late F. T. Mc-
Fadden.

Appropriate resolutions were passed at
a special meeting of the Cin. Florists' So-
ciety, and a floral piece was sent to the
funeral. E. G. G.

Catalogues Received.

John G. Gardner, Jobstown, N. J., grape
vines; Geo. A. Weaver, Newport, R. I.,
seeds; L.Templin & Sons, Calla.O., plants
and seeds; C. E. Allen, Brattleboro, Vt.,
seeds; E H. Vick, Rochester, N. Y., seed
potatoes; Griffith, Turner & Co., Balti-
more, Md., seeds; A. N. Kinsman & Co.,
Austin, Minn., seeds and plants; Ellwan-
ger & Barry, R iches'er, N. Y.. nursery
stock and plants; M. B. Faxon, Saugus,
Mass., seeds; A. Blanc & Co., Philadel-
phia, cacti; same, bulbs; W. Atlee Burpee
& Co., Philadelphia, wholesale list seeds;
E m City Nursery Co., New Haven, Conn.,
ornamental nursery stock; W. L. Swan,
Oyster Bay, N. Y., plants and seeds; Har-
rison H Given, Denver, Colo., plants and
seeds; Pitcher & Manda, Short Hills, N.
J., si eds and bulhs; same, plants; C. J.
Spielman & Sons, Sassenheim, Holland,
Dutch bulbs; L. Boehmer & Co., Yoko-

hama, Japan, Japanese bulbs, plants and
seeds; W. Pfitzer, Stuttgart, Germany,
seeds and plants; Rogers Nursery Co.,
Moorestown, N. J., nursery stock; A.J.
Colman & Co., Fly Creek, N. Y., seeds;
Wm. Parry, Parry, N. J., nursery stock;
Irvington Nursery, Irvington, Ind., nurs-
ery stock; Bush & Son & Meissner, Bush-
berg, Mo., grape vines; W. A. Manda,
South Orange, N. J., seeds, plants and
bulbs; F. W. Wrampelmeier, Louisville,
Ky., plants and seeds; Livingston's Seed
Store, Des Moines, la., seeds; Portland
Sc^ed Store, Portland, Oregon, seeds; Har-
kett's Floral Nursery, Dubuque, la.,
plants.

-Duhem & Hoffman

San Francisco.
have dissolved.

Fresno, Cal. — Long Bros. & Co., nur-
serymen, have dissolved.

Omaha, Neb.— Mr. and Mrs. Arnold are
rejoicing over the advent of a daughter.

Paterson, N. J. — Mr. Henry McCrowe
has been appointed superintendent of
Public Parks in this city.

Greensboro, Pa.— Tames H. Huber, of
J. H. Huber & Son, die 3 Feb. 16 of rheu-
matism of the heart, aged 56 years.

Mobile, Ala. — The Mobile Chrvsanthe-
mum Club has been organized with Mrs.
J. W. Black as president, and Miss Mollie
Irwin as secretary.

Nashvtlle, Tenn.— L. C. Lischy, for
many vears a well known florist, died
Feb. 19, aged 81 years. Death was the
result of a paralytic stroke received about
two months ago.

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Ma7'. r.

SITUATIONS, WANTS. FOR SALE.

AdTerUsementfl under this head will be Insened at
the rate of 10 centa a line (seven wordsi each Inser-
tion. Cash most accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

WlTlATION \VANTEI>— In New York or Thlladel-
O phla. Uolland Kurdener. (;<x»d rvft'rences from
Germany. Address B C. care American Florist.

SITrATlOX WANTEI>-The 1Mb of ManU by a
youne nian who Is well experienced In roses, car-
nallona, chr>-8antheniuiuH. Address Ki.okist.

CJire Sohneller, Newtown, L. I.

SITI'ATION WANTKD~Bv Swede, lo work In
KTeeohoufes; i years In tills (_-uuntry: can speak
and write fairly well, tiood references from flrst-class
places In Sweden and this country.

AALE Carlson. MlUbrook. N. Y.

SITUATION WANTED— By a young man as usslst-
O ant on lanre private place: understands »:eiieral
inc<enhi)U8e work, tn^pes. etc Good references; has
been 5 years In last place. Address

h'LOKiST. Box 513, AshevUle. N. C-

OITIATION WANTEI)-By flrst-class tlorlst and
O tiardener slntflc. liurman; ]> years experience In
all branches. Best nf references. Would take fnn
charKe of private "f commercial place.

FUANK (.»TTo. .'^i Uocoln Ave.. Chlcapo.

SITI'ATION WANTED-Coramerclal or private
place. Hotjd references for character and expe-
rience. American, single, a^elil: S Tears' experience.
Object promotion, near Chicago preferred.

Lock Box Hb. Oval City, Stark Co.. Ohio.

SITUATION WANTED- As gardener and tlorlst In
O private place: Scotchman: 'J years' experience: 1
year In this country: steady. 8<^>ber an<> hone.-^t. (iooU
refeneea. Address Wii.i.ia.m RditEitrsox.

care Charles NuUmeter. tT Hughes St.. Cincinnati. O.

SITUATION WANTEI>— By a practical tlorlst and
O growtT of cut di'wers and plants: 12 years' expe-
rience In U. S. and Europe: c»impetent to take full
charge. G»xk1 reference. Nortliem part of Illinois
pfeferred. State wages. Box .^X^. Kreuiont. NeU.

SITI'ATION WANTED-By gardener and tlorlst;
married, (iermao. two children, on private place.
east: !« years' practical experience In greenhouses.
grmperlea. rosea and vegetablea: accustomed lo have
full chance of large places. Beet references. Address
R L. box SHS. New London. Conn.

WANTEI>— A g»K>d rose grower and propagator
with knowledge of mushroom culture, i^uuv
wages. Address Canada, care of Am. Klorlst.

\\'ANTEI»-A single man for palms anil ferns: one
i» that can lje of <xjca«lonal use In retail str>re.
Address 11. K. llAU.n.iA!^ W. .Madison St.. Chicago.

WANTEI>— <;ardener. single, who undersiands rais-
ing Ti-getatiles for market. <;ive references:
atate wages. Mli-s. T. Sceakman. .Mt. Vernon. Ohio.

'ANTEI>-Toknnw of a growing town of C.OUO to
lOjUUU Inhabltantn where there Is no tlorlst.
Jo.-ei-il ViM.T. 347 l-Yemonl Ave.. North.

Mlnnea|Mjlls. .Minn.

\N

W

ANTKI* ^.n-eiihrpu-ne jiJvlnKint: ytiung man with
»» some exp«.Tlen«v and Intelligence. Stale refer-
- nee* and wuuvn with Umrd imt month. Addr»*s«

Ii«.x :ii;. .Mlildletown. N. Y.

W

ANTKO (.ardencr. single, who undemUinds rais-
ing vegt-'tableti and frulu for market, (ilveref
" and stale wageti with boanl. Addretm

I*. O. Box iHr;. Mt I'leasanl, Iowa.

U'A.NTEI> Voiing (»rartlc«l llorUt with II aWcaplUil
wantM to MUrt In )MinlrM>^F> within 'i'. miles of It-.w
t'>n. AddrcM MtiTn with tiili piirtlciitnrM.

'■ K. IMCharlfs St B.mtoti. .Mass.

WA.STKI* A g.-Ml worker and experienced grower
of rtiwrn. carnations. chrysjintliiMiiiirns. and gen-
eral itr^rk of plants tiinM\ SUte wiigi>n Adcln-ns
Ai-riitn I'liAii*. <n>wn IIIII Ct-m . liidlnnaix.ilH. Ind.

F'OU '•AI.K i»u; Kr"<'MChfII hot wali-r holler 4x1,; 4
jfJtr* In urn' A im> ittfiil |fUJ feel 1-Inch pipe.
Am H^»HAi,i o . ,iti| <'otLage (irovu Ave . rhk-ago

L^Ml *'AI.K Four grccnhoiiwit. well stiMked. wllh
L very ralimdle pte«e of gniiin<l. reaMfn for Milling
old aifi.v A'i'irvfm \Vm. ."•I'lttNf.uoitN. lli)liU4|iie. lu.

[JW»K ItKNT At lllvemlde. III. Kn^.rilMMnM.s. Ii->ller. !
X pf(M«: allWi running onler llfnlirhenp (nil or '■
addruM I'r-rrii UrAi>KV. lnii (»gden Ave . rnUiigo.

gmTiNoiia* >

ttnm i ,

nil Two
■ng efttntc
I'tTii Ad-

. Hort»t

M'.rt-t ••-( I

all-'

for -,.. ..,- -..■
mlMi thU rfiMttrf

■T i.iMx .1. ir- .,1 -,,,.,. |t.,ri I
if .1. mrty Ami'flrxn f lorliil

FOR SALE—Four greenhouses, of about 4000 square
ft. of glass, heated by hot water; about 150 sashes,
about lUX' square feet of glass kwse In boxes: 8(10 feet
of -l-lnch pipes, valves, etc. About 2.i.ui'0 tuberose
bulbs (I'earl . The greenhouses are tilled with all
kinds of the best scHInc pt»t plants to bed out In the
spring. Stock In tirst-ciass order. Wlnton iMace Is a
nice suburban resilience of ilnclnnntl The business
is at the Spring Orove Cemeter>'— It's tlie largest and
prettiest In the state. I am at the C. H. vt 1). nnd near
the C W. &. B. R. R. station: also street car accommo-
dation. No other florist around. Owner of place will
give buyer a lease Rent rejisonable. Benson of sell-
ing Is liecause I wish to build upon mv own ground ui
few miles west of herei Buyer can nave possesslc»n
of place at once. Will sell reasonable, for cash. Also
large stock of violets. For piirtlculars address

H. Sciii.ACiiTEU. Wlncton Place. Ohio.

FOR EXCHANGE.

A modem apiirtuient building In llytle l*nrk.
Chicago, i4i buildings detiiched all or imrt. for a
Greenhiiuse plant to oe taken down and shipped or to
run wherever located. If location suits, or fur nursery
stock an equity of fls.oiX'. will assume some or pay
difference in cash.

F. N. PERKINS. Kenton. Ohio.

h*0|i »4Al,K A nral < tnM rrtall numt't huntne*.* m-
t»t TUf.. .1 f. r t? >.-»r- .i(u„i..l i,, tl,.- 1n-»| |,iir|.
'*~ r wUhen

F'OII -AI.". Il«t ,p|.<.rttiriH* Ut iniike riioiM-v ever
..ff. r..l \ fir.- - ■

Catalognes Wanted.

'» l.-i!. I I.I. ..> I l.ll.l* llcill.. Hllil

EMIL LENOON. 147 4lh tl.. Mllaiukn. Wli

Verbena Seed.

Mammoth
Strain.

Saved from tlie largest and best collection <)n the
continent, h'or the last ten lears %ve have shown our
Verben:ts at all the princlpjil e.vhlbltlons here, and
have never failed lo lake tlie first premium. Repre-
sentallves of leading American seed houses who have
seen our st^ed beds of Verbenas in bloom pronounce
them the finest on the continent.

Fresh, ripe, hand-picked seed, per trade pkt. 25ct8.;
Ki oz. 50 els.: J^oz. HUcts.; oz.fl.7o.

GKAINGEK HKOS., Toronto. CHiiada.

A FEW HUNDRED STOCKY

APPLE GERANIUMS

$5 00 PER 100.

Clemftti* Crispii. slrim« routs ?6.U0 per IW).

H. STEIRMETZ. Baleig-h. IT C

ALTERNANTHERA.

strung. rtKittni cuHIukb. propu^juted lat*t full.

1>. MAJOR, best red IHl UU per IIKIO

A. NANA, beat yellow 5.U0 per lUUO

HEITE FLORAL CO . Kansas City. Mo.

PCrnP Kiirest newest, cbenpest ('Hrntittuns. Plco-
OLLUO tees frum lUU best named kinds [illc: 4UU
sorts II ; low sorts t;i. all pot grown. Greatest variety
in Kurone. Be astonished: get list, will pay you. No
8ucb value.

A. BROUNT. Crowboro. Sussex. England.

WPQQCUAQ MAMMOTH, perfectly clean,
VLnOLnHJi strong plants, 82 per lOJ. Trans-
planted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100. Rooted Cuttings,

$(i.00 per lOm All to color. Cash,

W. B. WOOODRUFF. Florist, Westfield. N. J.

EXTRA CHOICE, FLOWE.R SEEDS.

I.lst freo nil iipplloHtloii.

FRED. ROEMER. SEED GROWER,

Ol!Kl>l,IMtUI<«. tJKKMANV.

BEADT FOR BUSINESS

Make known your wants and we
will be pleased to quote prices.
CATALOQUES READY SOON. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.

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Mention American Klorlst.

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WOOD tNOOAVINd /^ MALr-TONt PROCC!»S'

ZINC eTCHlNO^«. Je Ifc WA.X p[ioce&A->

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183 A\oNR,oE 5trei;t-

• ■■ CHICAGO-

GLADIOLUS BULBS

SeedtinE-.s of 1892, from choicest named varieties,
Leraoine's and Gandavensis. 1 to IJ^-inch, war-
ranted to bloom this season, S9.00 per 1000.

Named vars and Seedlings mixed, IJ^ to 2j^-in,
$10.00 per 1000. At least one-third of the above are
whites and light. No cheap Brenchleyensis and
common reds.

WM. FERGUSON, Groveland, Mass.

The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

Address Q_ H. JOOSTEN. Agent,

:i C'ocntlrH slip. NKW VOKK.

FLORAL DESIGNS

TIr- Cut Klowcr Workt-r's l-rit-nd. Fine book
of 1(10 i)aKes, Siiiil 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLAND, Harrlsburg, P«.

v^^V . . .

M /^IVT^^A riorence Vaughan,

^B .^S^^-A^^ .A^ -^- -*. .^ Per 100 825.00,

■ J\.T ^1 ^JK True Little Gem,

^K ■*- .^ -■--<■■ -^ -*- ^ Per lOO 810.OO

h:; Soupert Rose,

Per lUO, Hl'j iQOh. 83 50

NEW YORK:
26 Barcli) Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.

CHICAGO.

.Suiu'rl'lv i"l..rc,i i.iriii' ijowtTiiiK s<'i\\. Hfst varieties in cultivation. Ready
niiw, Finn Hnnllhy Pljints in asMirtim-nt, fi.Sii per ino; $20((i per looo.
Finely Rooted Cuttings, fi.im por m*), fsiwi per kkki II w;inii'd l;itiT will h.iuk
• iidiTS liir lulure shii'iiu'Ml up lo May ! Wc pacl< light and guarantcp satisfaction.

F. WALKER & CO, ^^tomsvTLLT kv.

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NEW PLANTS

OF STERLING MERIT.

ROSE MRS. W. G. WHITNEY.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS:

Yellow Queen, Achilles, Malmalson, May-
flower, Minerva and Titian,

and all other really good things in this line.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, NEW JERSEY.

Mention American Florist.

100,000 Roses Ready Now

All sizes 2. Sand 4 Inch pots, best varieties. Also
all kinds ot Bedding Plants. Palms. &.c. Will be
pleased to receive a List of Your Wants, and
quoie Lowest Figures.

Wholesale Catalogue Mailed to Florists.

We hiive an immense stock in best of condition,
and tiuarantee satisfaction and low prices. Ad-
dress

NANZ & NEUNER,

LOUISVILLE. KY.

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

Bridesmaid.

Young stock, fine and healthy, now
ready, from healthy, cool grown
stock, at $6 per 100; jS50 per 1000.
W. A. KENNEDY, Lake Forest, III.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manettl Stock, offer the Iwst re-
■ults to the florist, blooming freely and Blvlng plenty of
cuttings for propagatlnt! quickly. Fine plants for sale
by the 100 or lOOu, at low rates.
Price Lists to applicants. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN. (Boston). MASS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Brides,

Bridesmaids,
Meteors,
Hostes,
Mermets,

Cusins,
Niphetos,
Perles,
Beauties,
Testouts, La France.

YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice Plants in 2 1=2 in. pots.

^^Address for quotations

■X*. v%r. sa^ESAsnxnjESfiy

Villa l.orraine Roseries, MADISON. N. .1.

VKRV STKONO STUCK, well rooted, and es-
pecially adapted for pots, verj' best varlntles of forclnR
roses, as; Cupt Christy. La l-'rance. Flsber Holmes.
Van Houtte. Marie Baumann. Alfred Colomb. Ulrlch
Brunner His. Grace Darlltip. Glolre de Dijon. Mapna
Charta. Gen. Jacqueminot, Barunne de Kotbsclilld.
Mervellle de Lyon, etc . $40 per lUiiU fur casb. pustpald
Hamburg excl.emballnt;. I. TlftlM & CO ,

li^luislioni, llolstein, Germauy.

• • •

New Catalogue (No. 4)
coutaining over 1,000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use,
such as envelopes, letter
heads, bill-heads, cards,
advers., floral designs, etc.,
at from 30c. and upwards.
Price of Catalogue -5 cts.
(deducted from ^1 order).

A. BLANC,

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

• • •

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
La France, - 3 50
D'ch of Albany, 3 50
Brides, - - 3 50

Per 100.

Mermets, - $3 50
Ferles, - - 3 50
Woottons, - 3 50
Papa Gontiers, 3 50
Meteors, - - 3 50

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated from selected wood.
We raised the above to grow for ourselves, and it will give better satis-
faction than stock which has been raised simply to sell.

CARNATIONS,

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Daybreak per 1000 $15.0O

Tidal Wave " 10 GO

Silver Spray " 10 OO

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Avenue, OHXO.^00.

:M:x:i:»t l30 Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

».

I*x*ioo -tea sixit tlie ti*»x©s-

SFHAGNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
BJ. HCA.ieTF*OI«i:>, 18 Chapman Place, :BOSiTOI«.

FANCY.

the Wholesale Trade

4,000,000 EVERGREEN GUT FERNS

ESPECIALLY FOR FLORIST'S USE.

SI. 25 PER THOUSAND FERNS.

IN LOTS OF 5000 AND'UPWARDS, $1.00 PER 1000. Ferns fnr-
nished the year round. Special attention given to supplying

KXlxisd^le IVI^fitis

Wild Smilax,
Pines and
Palmettos

FOR DECORATIONS

AT LOW FIGURES.

Low freight rates by steamer to New York,
Boston, Philadelphia and Baltimore.

A. C. OELSCHIG.

SAVANNAH, GA.

Galax Leaves.

You cannot afford to be without them if you
sell Cut Flowers and Decorate. Especially for
Christmas. Big money in them. I sold 300.000
in 3 months last winter. $2.09 per 1000 by ex-
press. Sample 100 sent by mail on receipt ol 50c.
LINCOLN I. NEFF, Florist,

4010 ISutler .St., I'lTTSUUKG, PA.

AGENT FOR HARLAN P. KELSEV.

FERRY'S
SEEDS

^Are just what every.
I sower needs. The mer-
Jils or' Ferry's See<I?^ -

Inrm Ibi- loiindatitm up-
on wliuii hits lieen built the
larm'st Mt d liiisiniss in Ibf world.
Ferry's Seed Animal for 1894

coruaiiis the sum and MiKstance of
the laifst furmwiL; knowltdye. Free
for llie askini,'.
D. M. FERRY & CO.,
Detroit, Mich.

PITCHER & MANDA,

The Annual Spring Exhibition will take
place at their Nurseries

MARCH 3rd TO 10th INCLUSIVE.

Express trains from foot of Christopher
or Barclay Streets.

DOUBLE AMERICAN PEARL

. . . TUBEROSES.

Highest quality and lowest prices.

Address PITCHER & MANDA,

UNITED STATES NURSERIES, SHORT HILLS, N. J.

Suiiimer Delivem

(JULY AND AUGUST.)
PAL»1 SKKUS (from Calltomla and
Australia).
TKKK IKRN STEMS.

FKKKSIAS. We wUl have a million of FREESLiS

running from T-lti to il^ of an mch.
CAtiLAS. Dry roota In all sizes.
LIL. LONGIFLORUM.
CALIFORNIA SMjVLL BULBS.
Brodloeas. Caloohortus, Frltlllarlas.

Advance Price Ust ready. Send for It. We want
your orders now. Address

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

BULBS

Send List of What You Need.

WE CAN
SAVE YOU

MONEY.
A. BLANC & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.

668

The American Florist.

Mar. /,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements. lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si-40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

Xo Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent: 13 limes, 10 percent;

26 times. 20 pwr cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertising Department of the American
FLORIST Is for Florlfiia, Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertainlnfi to those lines Oxly. Please to
remember it.

Orders lor less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
insertion in the Issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Our Annual Spring Number.

We shall issue our annual spring num-
ber March 22. In it we shall publish the
first of a series of freelj- illustrated arti-
cles on the arrangement of flowers that
will we believe be of very great interest.
The articles will deal with the subject ex-
haustively and cover everv detail, begin-
ning with the proper care of the flowers
after being cut, then taking up the sub-
ject of stemming, describing and illustrat-
ing each method, treating particularly on
ways of accomplishingresults with speed.
The arrangement of the various simple
designs most generally called for will then
be taken up and then the different meth-
ods of ti eating the same subject will be
freely illustrated by means of photo-
graphs of arrangements put together by
the author specially for the purpose.
With a given number of the same kind of
flowers he will show the various effects
that can be created with the same mate-
rial. These articles will be intensely prac-
tical and will start with very elementary
instructions, in response to numerous re-
quests from our readers for such primary
lessons.

In addition to this feature we will have
our usual display of handsome illustra-
tions of seasonable subjects and the title
page will be a beautiful design by F.
S;huylcr .Matthews.

Our special numbers need no introduc-
tion lo advertisers and we may only add
that there will be no increase in rates for
this special spring number and that copy
for adva. should reach us as early as pos-
sible and before March 17. A copy of this
DumIxT will reacheveryfloristinAmcrica.

We have in hand quite a number of
communications that we have been una-
ble to give space in the last two issues on
account of pressure of other matter.
Nearly all of them will appear next iisuc
or the week after.

When 8K.Niii,s-o US newspapers contain-
inj: items you wish us to note please do
not fail to distinctly mark the item so it
can t<c easily tound, a* we can not spare
the time to bunt through the mass of
paper* sent us for unmarked items.

Do vof WA.ST an niphnljoticnl list of the
chryinnthemums in commcrccin America,
withclnsR and a brief nccuratedcscription
of each one, and synonyms noted? You
will find such a list in our trade direct-
orr and reference Iniok.

Do viji; WA.NT n list of the lending park
•utM-rintendentR of America? You will
find such a list in our trade directory
and reference l«(.jk.

Wr'oKK on the flirectory is lieing pushed
rnpidlv along and we hojK to have books
by March 10.

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.

Wholesale Cut Flowers,

45 LAKE STREET.

Chicago, ///., March ist, iSg4.
To Cut Flower Trade,

Dear Sirs: — Owing to the shortness of stock we have been
compelled to refuse a great many orders from time to time. We
now wish to inform our man}- friends that we are cutting a very
select stock of Roses, such as Brides, Mermets, La France,
Albany, Woottons Mme. Hoste, Perles and Beauties. Remem-
ber that we are Headquarters for American Beauties; growing more than
any other grower in the U. S.

We are now able to supply the above in large quantities,
and would be pleased to receive your orders.
Yours very truly,

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.

! : ! WE OFFER STRONG. HEALTHY PLANTS OF THE ABOVE FROM 2-INCH POTS.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508. 45 Lakc Strcct, CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fiU your orders with First-Class Tlowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HAKUS.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

CUT STRINGS e 7-0 12 febt long, so cts.

lipped in iitrf;*^ or stuall (giiaiititieH to iinv part of tlie country. Orders bv mall, te
li or teiephonf. ^^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SI'CCKSSOK TO

PEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successors lo WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

WHOLESALE.^s-

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
DAN'L B. LONG,

COMMISSION • FLORIST,

495 Washington St., BUFFALO, N. Y.

rOUC;iN<l lll'I.IIH, KI.OKIHTH'HIiri-MKM,
LUNd'H ri.ltKIHTH' I'HOTOCiKAPHH.

I.l.u, TariDi, Ao. un applloslloD.

When you write fo any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

Wholesale
Florists

N. E. CORNER

\^ 13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16lh STREET,

f>Iill<>cIoIi>l>I<«, X'o.

W. ELLISON,

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

/■402 PINE STREET,
M-«t. IwOUiM, JVIO.

(Siirrcniior t<> iCLLLSON « KIIKIIN),

^^=e WHOLESALE »-*:*.

A eomplet* lln* of Wlr« UmtlgnM.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

689

E. H. HUNT,

Whole5?ilbPlorist

79 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS. BUI.BS AND AI.I;

FI.OBISTS' SUFFI^IES.

Western Agent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

FLINT KENNICOTT, FRED. W. H. SUNDMACHER,

President. Sec'y and Treas.

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH Street,
OHIOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLOKISTS' SUTFLIES.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

General Agents for Chicago and the Northwest of
Kelsey's Beautiful New Southern Galax Leaves,
E.OO per 1000: 25 cents per lOU.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiona

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

57 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CH:I0A.G-0.

MONS. Olsen.

Horace R. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 47SH. Consignments Solicited.

JOHN YOUNG,

Wllioie§aie Florist,

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

f^~ Send for quotations ou Choice Stock.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

HORTICULTORAL AUCTIONEERS.

JOSSERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES,
FLORISTS'
VASES.

'^^

500 SMILAX,

at 10 cents per string.
DAVIS BROS., Morrison, lU.

©\VRofc^afe MarfteCii.

Cut Flowers.

NEW York. Feb. 2i;.

Roses, Perle 2.00® 4.00

Mermet, Bride 3.00® (i.OO

CuslD. Wattevllle 3.00® U.OO

Hoste 3.00® U.OO

La France 6.0O®12.0O

Meteor 4.00®10.a0

Bridesmaid 5.00® 8.00

Beauty S.OOS.W.OO

Hybrids 15.00@35.00

Carnations 16® 3.00

Mignonette 2.00® 8.00

Hyacinths. Narcissus l.UO® 3.00

Valley. Tulips 1.00® 3.00

Violets 75® 1.25

HarrlsU 6.00@12.U)

Smllax 10.00® 15.00

Adlantum 1.00® 1.60

Lilacs, per bunch 50®$1.50

Boston. Feb. 26.

Roses. Nlphetoa 3.00

Gontler 4.00

Perle, Sunset 5.00® B.OO

Bride. Mermet 6.0u®Itl.OO

American Beauty 6.00®40.00

Carnations 2.00® 3.00

fancy 3.10® 4.00

Lily of the valley 1.00® 3 00

Roman Hyacinths. Freesla 1.00® 1.60

Trumpet narcissus. Daffodils 2.00® 4.00

Callas. Uarrlsll 6.00®10.00

Mls-Tionette 2.00® 8.00

Violets 66® l.UO

Pansles, Myosotls 1.00

Tulips 2.00® 4.00

Adlantum 1.00

Smllax 12.60

Asparagus 60.00

PHILADELPHIA. Feb. 26.

Roses, Perle, Gontler. Nlphetoa 3.00® 4.00

Cusin, Wattevllle. Hoste 4. 00® 5.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 6.00® 8.00

Kalserln. Bridesmaid. Testout 6.00®1U.OO

Belle. Beauty 25.00®:i5.0U

Lalngs 20.UJ®25.00

Brunner 4O.00@6O 00

JaCQS 12.50

Carnations. H. Keller 6.00

Ophelia. Sweetbrler, Daybreak 3.00® 3 00

Edna CralK 2.00® 3.00

" goodassorted 1 00® 1.60

KOOd perlOOO 7.50®10.00

Valley : B.to® 4.00

Romans. Paper white 2.00® 4.00

DnHodlls 3.00® 5.00

Smllax 12.00® 15.00

Adlantum 1.00® 1.60

Violets 50® I.OO

Mignonette 1.50® 2.00

Asparagus .50.00®75.00

H iirrisll lilies .10.00®12.0O

Callas 6.00® 8.00

Freesla l.UO® 1.50

Tulips 4.00® 5.00

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00@J0.40

CHICAGO, Feb. 27.

Roses. Perle, Nlphetos. Gontler 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La FYance 3.00® 4.00

Wootton. Meteor, Bridesmaid 4.00® 8.00

Beauty 10 O0®35.00

MLxed 3.00

.lacqs 12.50

Hvbrkis 15.00®25.U0

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.50

fancy 2.00

short — .75

Valley, Romans, narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Tulips. Daffodils 3.00® 4.00

Tulips, fancy 6.00

Dutch hyacinths 5.00® 8.00

Violets , 1,110® 1.. 50

Callas. Harrlsll 4.0O® 8.U0

Mignonette 1.5U® 2 50

Smllax 8.00®15.00

Asparagus . .50.00

Orchids 15.00® 50. 00

Cincinnati. Feb. 26.

Roses, Beauty 35.UI®75 0O

Mermet. Bride 5.00® 6 00

Perle 3.00® 4 00

Narcissus Von Slon 4.00

Trumpet Major, Paper white 3.00

Callas, HarrisU 8.0O

Valley 3.00® 4.00

Romans 2 00

Violets, pansles 1 .00

Asparagus 60.00

Smllax 10.00®15.00

Adlantum 1.00

ST. Louis. Feb. 26.

Roses, Perles. Nlphetos, Wootton 3 00® 4.00

" Bride. .Mermet. Bridesmaid. Meteors 6.00® 7.00

Wattevllle. Hoste. CusIn 4.00® 5.00

La France, Albany 4.00(5j 6.0O

Beauty 6 00®40.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 2.00

fancv 1.50® 2.50

short 1.00

Valley 3.00® 4.00

Romans, Narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Tulips 2.011® 3.00

Daffodils 1.00® 5.00

Violets 2.5® 1 00

Harrlsll. Callas 4.00® 3.00

Mignonette 1.60® 2.00

Smllax 15.00

Adlantum 1.25

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTremont St., BOSTON, MASS.

5URNS & RflYNOR,

49 West 28th Street,

NEW YORK,

Wholesale Dealers in
and Shippers of

Choice Flowers

OUR SPECIALTIES:

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.
METEORS.

BRIDESMAIDS.

CUT FLOWERS.

ROSES, standard varieties
and novelties

Carnations, all the new

sorts in finest quality.

VIOLETS, MIGNONETTE AND VALLEY.

FIRST QUALITY STOCK.
WHOLESALE ONLY.

THOS YOUNG, Jr..

20 West 24th ST , NEW YORK

WALTER F. SHERIDAN,

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street MEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list onapplicatioa

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut* Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WHOLESALE FLORIST,

117 W. 30th St., new YORK.

The Oldest Eitablished Commission Houie in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE. CAREFUL PACKINa.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th Street.

NEW YORK CITY.

EgtabllBhed 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST SBTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange, 408 E. 34tli Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street. NEW YORK.

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

Careful V**ipplng: to all parts of the country
i'rice list on application.

690

Thl American Florist.

Mar. I,

^Re geeS UrQcle.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrRPEE, Philadelphia, president; A. L.
Dox. secretary and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane. (wUl probably be beld In Toronto.)

Against the Reduction of Duty.
To the Members of the Senate ami House
of Representalives of the ( niicd States:
Sirs; — We, representative Seed Growers
and Seed Merchants of the United States,
in convention assembled at Philadelphia
this 13i.h day of February, 1894, beg
leave to enter our protest against the re-
duction of the Duty upon Garden Seeds as
destructive to the most advanced branch
of agriculture.

The late United States Census Report
shows that there are in the United States
596 Seed Farms (evidently an incomplete
return), with a total of 169,951 acres,
96,500 acres of which are devoted ex-
clusively to the growing of Vegetableand
Flower Seeds, while quite one million
bushels of selected grains of corn, wheat
and oats for seed are sown on other Farms
not included in this enumeration.

The report shows that of the 596 Seed
Farms 258 are in the North .\tlantic Di-
vision: 157 are in the North Central Di-
vision; 89 are in the South .\tlantic
Division; 57 are in the South Central Di-
vision; 35 are in the Western Division;
total, 596.

The value of the Implements used in the
culture of the Seed Crops of these Farms
is $221,736. The value of the farms,
buildings and implements is stated to be
$18,325,000. The number of Farm Em-
ployes are reported as 13,500 men, 1,540
women, while the number ol horses em-
ployed is 4,419. Quite 90 per cent, of
these farms have cutne intoexistencesince
1860, but the Seed Farmersnowaremuch
depressed by an almost paralyzing com-
petition friim England, France, Germany
and other countries.

It will be unfortunate if any legislation
sboald be enacted which would further
depress this agricultural interest, at once
the most scientific, the most technical, the
most exhaustive of all farm operations.
The Market Gardeners or Truckers of
the United States, men who plant a por-
tion of the seed produced by the American
Seed Ft.rmer8, cultivate 534,000 acres,
producing a value of "Truck" amounting
to $76,500,000. Upwards of 100 million
dollars are invested in Market Gardening
Establishments, while 241.000 hands are
employed, aided by 70,000 horses and
mulrs and 10 milliondollars worth of Im-
plemrntf.

The succrsftful prosecution of Trucking
first of all depends upon the vitality and
purity of the Seed produced by the Seed
Farmer, consequently any reduction of
the American Seed product, un(|UC8tion-
ably pure, and more vitfil than any im-
ported product works a serious injury to
the Market Gardener or Trucker who
has to plant the seed.

In view of the importance of our busi-
ness to ourtelvci and ourcmploycsand to
the 241 ,000 (Mroplc employed upon Truck
I'arms, wc place upun record our protest
against the placing of Garden Seeds ui)on
the F'rec List as provided for under the
Wilson Rill. E»(XTJnlly, as no sectional
interests aic invilvcd and as no (icrsons
arc objecting to the duly upon Seeds,
Congress is not in any way called ufxin to
remove the duty u|Kin Seeds, the present
duty of 20 \XT cent, being simply a reve-
nue duty.

American Scedsof similar kinds to those
■ctlt over from liurofxr are of n better per-

centage of vitality because of being ri-
pened under better climatic conditions,
and because of not having been subjected
to the damp and therefore injurious influ-
ences of an ocean voyage, but once the
European seeds are here they are not sold
asof foreign growth, but the less desirable
articles, grown by far cheaper labor, are
at once priced up just below the price of
American productionsand placed actively
in competition — the result being a break-
ing down of paying prices for American
Seeds and consequently a reduction of
farm wages and farm profit.

Such a condition is most decidedly
marked in the case of Turnip Setds, the
growing of which by Americ ms, once an
interest of large extent, has alm^ist en-
tirely ceased — the foreign article with the
20 per cent, duty and ocean fi eight paid
being landed ordinarily at a price of 8
cents per pound while an American can-
not offer to grow it at less than 12 cents.
And so with seeds of Radish, Spinach,
Cabbage, and many other seeds. The
Wilson Bill now proposes to remove the
20 per cent, duty and make the difference
still more to the disadvantage of the Am-
erican Seed Grower.

Under Free Entry of Garden Seed many
more varieties will cease to be grown and
many Seed Farmers, the most progressive
men in their districts, will be forced to la-
bor in other directions.

While in the ordinary pursuit of agricul-
ture the grower of Hay, will, und-r the
Wilson Bill, have a protection of 33 per
cent, against Canadian Hay; 20 per cent
against Oats, Barley and Rye; 25 percent,
against Potatoes and 50 percent, agiiinst
Rice, the operator in the higher develop-
ment of agriculture— Seed Growing — the
Art of Agriculture — will have no protec-
tion whatever.

Consequently we, for ourselves, as Seed
growers, merchants and business men,
and for our employes, petition that Gar-
den Seeds be retained upon the 20 per
cent, list as atnresent.

C. L. Allen, Floral Park, New York.
Albertus N. Clark, Milford, Conn.
Henry F. Miciiell Philadelphia.
H. G. Faust & Co., Philadelphia.
W. H. Maule, Pniladelphia.

W. Atlee Burpee & Co, Philadelphia.
Weeher & Don. New York City.
J. M. JyUPTON. Mattituck, N. Y.
CoMSTocK, Ferre & Co., Wethersficld,

Conn.
J. BoLC.iANO it Son, Baltimore, Md.
joiiNSON & Stokes, Philadelphia.
William Megoat, Wethersfield, Conn.
Hi;nkv a Dkekr, Philadelphia.

D. Landrktu & Sons, Philadelphia.
Koiiekt BfiST. Jr., Philadelphia.
Johnson, RonuiNS & Co., Wethersfield,

Conn.
'A. Deforest Ely & Co., Philadelphia.

Mr. H. W. Bt'CKBEE is now in Califor-
nia.

The John A. Salzer Seed Co. have in
mind a branch hou^e in Philadelphia or
New York.

Quite a Quantity of the cauliflower
seed shippeu from Denmark has been de-
layed by a steamship accident and likely
to be three weeks late, not a fortunate
thing for dealers in that seed, needed for
early sales.

This SEEMS to be a great year for spe-
cial discounts. One firm offers customers
who send them additional orders. 20%
additional discount on packet seeds above
all catalogue discounts regularly offered.
It reminds us of the old days of the plant
trade in which the extra and special "dis-
counts used to come very near making up
the 100% of the cost price and frequently
if one side of the order sheet contained
paid items, it reqiiirtd the full back page
of the list for a list of theextras; will such
sad history repeat itself in the seed trade?

Please mention the American Et-ORIST
everv time von w^rire to jin advertiser

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

F. O. B. NEW YORK.

We offer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at |9 00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to being unsold.

oWlli rbAoi California grown.

We are headquarters for Crliiornia
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED & PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)

427-9 sansome St.. Sa.n Francisco, Ca.1.
Z. De Forest Ely & Co.

WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN.

Growers ^9 Importers Of Bulbs.

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

1024 Market Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Price llBt« to dealeni on appllciitlon.

Ernst Reimschneider, Altona, Germany,

BERLIN LILY t°h'e VALLEY PIPS

K.xtni h«t''i'<'ti'<l (luiillly- In eiiNCs nl' .ilKMI jilpn.

Now in rUI.I> ST4>ICA<iK W A KKIIOHSK.

AUo for lni|HirUttl<>n im unlurn. S»'.l';i>S, llrlod

l'li)wt?ri*. (JriiHhCH. ftc. mill SprlriK liiilliM.

Siir.E AfiKNTS

C. C. ABEL & CO.. P. 0. Box 920. NEW YORK.

SEED (IHOWERS. ERFURT. (lERMANY,

Flower, Kitchen Garden, Etc. Seeds.

i.ii.i III rill'; VAi,i.i':% iii i.ii><.
Iti-Nl i|iiiillllcN lit Iii» prlri'ii. Oi-diTH proiiiiilly i'K<Tiil<'»i.

MEDAL AWARDED AT WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION

Soil' Aua'iit. for I iilla'il SIiiIi'k mill (iiiiiiilu:

C. II. KICHAKI) & CO., (U Hroatlwav. NEW YORK.

tS^TriuIn Cutiilnviiii for IW4 froc on nppllcatliin.

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mm

WORLDS FAIR. 5nND TOR
LI5T or vyARIE.TIE5

Oui^ Great Specialty- The new

LARGE ELOWERING CANNA5 ARE THE

BEDDING PLANTS Of THE TUTURE.We

HAVE ALL THE BE5T 50RT5 AND NONE

BUT THE BEST ThE PICTURE ^H0W5A

WERY t 5MALL PAR.T Of OUR GREAT

DISPLAY^ OE OVER 4,000 PLANTS AT THE

OUR CATALOGUE GIVING 4 EULL j^

WE^OFEER

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HylS6l)oscli Broitiers,

OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

Per lUO Per 1000

LILIUM SPECIOSUM ALBUM . $ 6.00
ROSEUM . 5.00
RUBRUM . 5.00

SINGLE BEGONIAS, fine bulbs,
new crop, finest strain, in 4 sepa-
rate colors ... 4.00 35.00

CONVALARIA MAJAUS, German
pips. 1.00 8.00

TUBEROSES, Pearl and Tall, Al
(big) bulbs ... .90 7.50

LOW BUDDED ROSES, in sorts,

Dutch Stock 9.00

English Stock 11.00

All other plants or shrubs can be ordered for

March, '94 delivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.
ROOTED CUTTINGS. Perioo

Altemantlieras, Versicolor. Kosea nana, Aurea

nana. Tricolor and P. Major $ ..tO

Coleus of sorts, mixed 50

" best new and old. named 1. 00

Fuchsias 1 .00

Mexican Primroses. H kinds 1.00

Flttonla. red veined. J-^ 00; silver veined 1.50

Altemantheras. full of cuttings 3.00

Begonias, assorted. Lantanas. assorted 4.00

Fuchalns. asB't; Heliotrope, ass't $3. 00 and 4 00

Abutllons. assorted — 4 00

Echsverla Biauca J2.00and 3.00

Extensa Elotwsa, fi to 12 in. across 25 & 50c. ea.

Achyxanthus, assorted 3.00

Coleus. ass* 'rted J2.00 and 3.00

Ul biscus. assort^id 4 (X)

Scbl/.o petal us (i.OO

Antherlcum picturaium per dozen. 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted. 2^-ln. pots 4,00
Silver-Leaf Geraniums, 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4 .00

Oxalis, Ortgiesi and Bowli 4.00

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS.
Box 90. KANSAS CITY, MO.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS.

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CUI^XIVAXJON OF THE ROSE,

And Other Flowering Plants for Cut Flowers, sent to any address

Mpon receipt of $2.00.

M. IS.. HUNT, Xerre Hau><^. Ind.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

100.000 VERBENAS.

Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the largest growers of Verbenas in the country. Our sales reaching last year
315,500. Our plants this year fully eijual. If not surpass, any we have ever grown.

I>rL,I-,OPf, JBloo»x:k(s»lDV>re:« S*^«

SPECIAL OFFER, Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammoths, '.,'>4-inch pots Si. 00 Ki5.00

rooted cutting's, 1.25 10.00

General collection, named, " " 1.00 8.00

2M-lnch pots... a.50 20.00

Send for price list of Carnations, Chrysanthemums

and other florist stocic.

WOOD BROTHERS,

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wnoiesaieFiorisis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Always mention the American Flo
RIST when writing to advertisers.

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PLANTS! BULBS!

Everj*thinR appertalnlnj to tho Farm
and GaTcion of the best and choicest
quaUty. PRICES RIGUT.

Catalogue on application.

WEEBER & DON.

114. Chambers St.. New York City.

200,000 Fansies.

The .lennlnt;9 strain of large flowerlnK and fancy
panslfs may still be had In any quantity wanted.
I'lants are tleld grown, and are fine and stocky. Finest
mixed, hy Express, $5.00 per 1000; 6000 J2U.00; 10,000
KiS.OO. Small plants by mull. t:Cc. per 100.

Seed, pure wlilte. yellow or mixed, $1.00 per trade
pkt. of 2.500 seeds. The leading strain. The largest
sales. Always satisfactory.

ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

WHOLESALE Pansy Gboweb.
Lock Bo.x 361. SOUTHPOKT, CONN.

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Mar. /,

Montreal.

The Montreal Gardeners' and Florists'
Club met and held their first monthly
meeting (since the election of officers) on
February 13. The principal business was
the question of union with the Horticult-
ural Society. The committees of the two
societies had met, and presented a scheme
by which the arrangement could be car-
ried out with honor and satisfaction to
both parties, .\fter a lengthy discussion
the subject was leftover to another meet-
ing, pending the decision of the directors
of the M. H. Society. It was decided to
have a social as soon as possible after
Easter. I. Perrin read an essay upon
"Chrysanthemum culture" which was
well received. Considerable discussion
ensued, many members desiring to shift
all the responsibility for blind wood and
stoppage of growth in mums to the
"bug." Others, however, were more dis-
posed to let the bug off this time, main-
taining that it was owing to our hot dry
summer and dry early fall that so much
failure resulted in this respect. K\\, how-
ever, were agreed that growing under
glass was the only reliable remedy, al-
though good plants and even the best
ever grown in this vicinity were grown
out of doors last year by Mr. T McHugh.

Another instructive and well written
essav upon orchids was read by Mr. I.
HoUiday, one of our orchid specialists.
As the essayist stated, the subject was
too broad a one to be disposed of in one
short hour. He, however, managed to
squeeze into a small amount of paper
and time a great deal of practical inform-
ation. He had especially a good word
for the cool section of odontoglossums,
which are so difficult to handle with much
success in this country, owing to the in-
tense heat of summer and the consequent
impossibility of keeping them cool enough.
Orchids generally, the essayist thought,
would be more largely grown as time
went on. They had to" be known to be
appreciated. Habitant.

Prepare your advs. now for our an-
nual spring number to be issued March
22. It will be a beauty and will go to
every florist in America.

Our trade directory and reference book
for 1894 will be issued next month. Send
your order now for a copy. Price $2.

Please mention the American Florist
evcrv time vou write to an advertiser.

CARNATIONS

MAMMOTH
STRAIN

VERBENAS.

Rooted Cuttings or Plant*.

New French Cannas; Chrys. Geo. S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia TrailinK guccn; and many
other tine Novelties

«rll«. f.ir llhi>triili'il < iiliil.igii...

VICK A HILL.

— ••»»-.-.ROCHE8TEa. N. Y.

I«MITI:|> f I TriNfiM NOW ICI-. AIM.

■ k Til.,. I iitl'i

1«.-

mil

tlif.'aUfiOnrf] kln<

Ki-IIrr, HHrrl-
■ II <l'Or.

Varieties grood. Cuttinjcs good. Lizzie McGowan, Silver Spray, Aurora, Grace Darling, Portia
and J. K. Freeman, at Sl.« per 100; SIC per 1000, Fred Dorner. 82,00 per 100; S12.50 per 1000. Day-
break, at S-' 50 per IOC'; Sa) 00 per 1000. Edua Craig, $3,00 per 100 ; $25.00 per 1000.

Annie Pixley and Helen Keller.

PiXLEY is one of those beautiful light piuks, with
a fair sized flower and good, strong calyx. With
ordinal y culture stems cau be cut twenty inches
long. The flower is a model in form, and the
growth is strong and healthy.

Keller you know all about, they are both sure
to make good paying varieties for cut flowers.
Pixley per 100. $12 00: per 1000. $100 00.
Keller per 100. $12.00: per 1000. $90.00.

Verbena Lancaster Beauty.

Decidedly the prettiest Verbena that grows,
novel as well as beautiful and sells at sight.
Price, per 100. $2.00.

PANSIES.— I can still supply a few of those
seedling plants at »o 00 per 1000, or 75 cts. per 100.
The same good strain I always have.

No list published and teruiH are cash
before hhipping: or C (>. D.

Coleus at S7 per 1000. Alternanthera, transplanted. Red, Yellow, Pink, 81.2.5 per 100 ; rooted cut-
ting. $6 00 per 1000.

L. B. 496.

CARNATIONS

ALBERT M. HERR, LANCASTER, PA.

EVERYBODY

who sees the new ii

and beautiful
Fancy Carnation

HELEN KELLER"

are favorably impressed with it, and generally leave an order.

CERTIFICATE OF MERIT

By American Carnation Society at Indianapolis,
February 20, 1894. . . .

Orders booked now and filled in rotation, commencing March 15, '94. Strong Rooted Cuttings.
$3.00 per Dozen: $12.00 per Hundred: $90.00 per Thousand. 82.00 per hundred additional for

plants from thumb poLs. Ot dei .v may be st-nt either to

EDWIN LONSDALE.

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT. N. J.

The Jacqueminot Carnation . .

IS A PERFECT SUBSTITUTE FOR THE JACQUEMINOT ROSE.

Many buy it in preference because of its lasting qualities, and you can have it in bloom when the
rose is out of season. Send for descriptive circular, enclose 10c. and we will raaU you long stem sample
blooms. The color is a bright crimson (no black in it). If the blooms look dull on arrival, they have
been chilled or frozen. Notify us, we will ship again.

PER DOZEN. $2: PER 100. $10: PER 1000. $80. 250 AT 1000 RATE.

PETER FISHER & CO., ellis, Norfolk oo., mass.
Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings.

ALL THE BEST VARIETIES IN CULTIVATION.
FINE STOCKS OF DAYBREAK, EDNA CRAIG AND CARTLEOGE.

Catalogrues ready Jaiiurtry 1st. MM. 4'orri>Hpondrii(-<> HolU-llcil.

Address H. K. CHITT'V, F»c»t©r»o»-i. IV. J.

Th« Pinm. KENNEIf SQUARE. Chnler Co.. PA.

CARNATIONS^^

Rooted Cuttings Ready Now.

Sllv<'rSnray Win.Scolt ll. I'liTHun
l.l/./lr >|((.o\\ iiii iMiyhrt'iiK l'i>rMii
ItluiM'hi' 1:111111 (Till i; WiiliHMh
4;ol<liii(i]ilr Aniilr Tixhy V. >litiiL:ol(l
.(.J. IliirrlHttii W MlH-rlhil I l.iil Www
T. i'ltrtlfflKc ,Niiiii-y lliiiilts llr. Siimrt
These and otIiiTHUini In nl «..rtttrrj pi-rlliiiind upwiinln^
Varieties of 1894 Ready April 1st.
Thf Stuiirl (hcarU't I waHiiwnrdrd the gold medal
at Indifintipolin. Uncle- John (whitcl received cer-
tificate of merit nl hnmc phitc Helen Keller,
Ooldtinch (yellow) mid \'.. A Wood. ■

^■^ SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST.

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

COLEUS. COLEUS. COLEUS.

And Wf. nn> utvinu tlictn iiwiir, <;ulili<ii lliuliliT. tiolilvii

i^iii't'ti nni) rrtnip'tii Vi'nw'ltiinKltil. lit Mi i*ur KIJU.

(M.h(T viirt.'tlt'm. our iiitlt<ctlun, lltf6por lUJU.

Al.KKA'l I M. hllli-nriil wlillu I .7I> por l(U

1^1 <'IIMA'.. till' li'iKlliiUMiru I. Ill

Ihi' ■iiini'frnmfliili. 116

I'KTI MA- 1.10 '•

IIKI.Iiil lliil-K. < viinotlM 1.00 "

(tAI.VU HI'l.K.MIKNrt I.UI ••

('ajtb mUHt alwn). nn-iiinpiiiK till- nr-li-r

J. E. FELTHOU8EN.
370VanVnnk«n*>a.. SCHENECTADY. N. Y.

CARNATIONS

Rootid Cuttings, Now Ready.

IVr IHI IVr 1000
DAYHRKAK J2 50 820 00

DUTTI:rcUP 400 3500

I'UKITAN 2 00 15 00

SILVER SI'RAY 1 50 10 00

I.IZZIIv McCOWAN 1 60 10 00

r.RACi; WILDER . . 1 50 10 00

I'URTIA I 50 12 00

CiiMh ultli oriliT, lOr. |H*r lOOoxtra
wh.'ii i.rdtTfil h1i1|>|h'iI by iiiiill.

Sciiil for wliolcHule price list of Kooted Cuttlnga
nncl I'linilH.

JAMES HORAN, Fli^rist. Bridgeport, Conn.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

^""^"^ GEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. HalBted St., CHICAGO.

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693

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings of the following varieties

now ready. Entirely free from rust. I

have never had rust on the place.

Per 100

PORTIA . . 81 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 00

PURITAN 1 25

NELLIE LEWIS 1 50

FRED. DORNER 1 50

GRACE WILDER 1 00

AURORA 1 50

100,000 Rooted Cuttings Carnations ready. If
wanted by mail, add 10c. per 100 for postage.

A large stock of strong rooted cuttings ready.
Price 50 cts. per 100; many nice varieties. Golden
Bedder if ordered alone B5 cts. per 100. If Coleus
are wanted by mail, add 10c. per lOO for postage.
50,000 ready.

ALTERNANTHERA Aurea nana, 50 cts. per 100.
P.Major, 50 cts. per 100.

IT. S. GRIFFITH, Independence, Uo.

Independence Ib well located for shipping, being 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

4 NEW GftRNflTlONS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$1D.OO per 100; $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 1898 varieties from HeadQiiarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. 8ct.'tt, (tlie most profit-
able pink carnation grown); Mme. Diaz Albertlnl,
Ellz. Keynoids. Klchmond. and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Major Bonnaffon, the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.

SWEETBRIER

Received 1st Premium for"be8tseedilnK of any color"

at Fhlla., Nov. 7, '93. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought $5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. K.
lYeeman'B, Washington, last winter.

"I like Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwix Lonsdale,
"Sweetbrier ts all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttings. $1C. 00 per 100; f80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February I, 'S14.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS. J3.00 per lOU; S25.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KENNETT SQUARE, PA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
lor price list.
JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

DflYBREflK, NflNGY HftNKS
And GflRTLEDGE.

/vow RBADY.

FINE, CLEAN, HEALTHY STOCK. SPECIAL PRICES

to large buyers of these splendid Carnations.

Address H. E. CHITTY, Paterson, N. J.

50,000 Garnaiions.

ROOTED CUTTINGS READY.
NO "RUST."

SKISrX) I'OK. LIST.

p. O. Box 8a6. KENNETT SQUARE, PA.

Carnalions==Panic Bargains

Per 1000

Lady Emma or Portia % 10.00

White Dove 10 00

Lizzie McGowan 10.00

Schatrer 10.00

Grace Wilder 10.00

Mrs. Robt. Hltt lO.OO

Grace Darling lO.OO

White Wlnss 10.00

Crimson Coronet 10.00

Golden Gate 10.00

American Flag 10.00

Attraction 16.00

J.J.Uarrison 15.00

Aurora 15 00

I^oulse Porseh. . . . 15.00

Nellie Lewis 15.00

Grange Blossom l.S.OU

Tidal" Wave 15.00

PerlCOO

Puritan % 15.00

Pearl 20.00

Edna Craig 20.00

Daybreak 20.00

ThoB. Cartledge 20.00

Mayflower 20.00

Hector 20.00

Amy Phlppa K.OO

Blanche 2.'i.00

Mrs. E. Reynolds 25.00

Richmond 25.00

Wabash , 25.00

Western Pride 25.00

Dr. Smart 25.00

Purdue 25 OO

Florence Van Reyper 25.00

Buttercup 35.00

New Jersey 25.00

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF VERBENAS, $7.00 per 1000.

Strictly Cash with order. Orders filled in rotation.

I ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO., BELLEVILLE, N. J.

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THE YELLOW
CARNATION

BOUTON D'OR,

After growing this variety for the past three winters we are convinced that it
is the best Yellow Carnation ever introduced.

WHAT WE CLAIWI:— That it is decidedly a good, strong grower and free bloomer;
color a beautiful ye low penciled with dark carmine. That it is of the best form and fully
as large as Buttercup. That the caly.x is perfect, the stem long and stiff, and the foliage
possibly better than that of any other carnation.

PRICE, $2 per doz.; $10 per 100: $75 per tOOO. ROOTED CUTTINGS READY MARCH 1, 1894.

Orders filled in strict rotation.
York City.

Come and see it grow and be convinced. Only one hour from New

Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, L. I., N. Y.

NO DISEASE MEANS LARGE GROPS ^ GOOD PRICES

Buyers of rooted cuttings of CARNATIONS
are fast learning the superior merit of tlie stock
grown and sent out by

• • • THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

P. S Send for new 28 page Illustrated Catalogue just out.

AMERICAN

CARNATION

SOCIETY.

Orders solicited for advertising space in the
Report of the Indianapolis meeting.
C. J. PENNOCK, Secretary,

KKNNKTT SOl'.VKE, P.\.

HEADQUARTERS^v

. . FOR . .

Bread and Butter Carnation Cuttings

IN, I

Per ^OO

%i.oo

Per 1000
S9.00

PURITAN.

LIZZIE McGOWAN

PORTIA,

GRACE WILDER .

All Other {^ood Kinds. Write fur I'rlccs

S. J. REUTER. WESTERLY. R. I

CARNATIONS.^*

UOOTEl) CUTTIKG.

DAYBREAK. S2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1,000.

SILVER SPRAY. McGowan.

GARFIELD, $1.50 per 100; $9.00 per 1,000.

TIDAL WAVE, 81.76 per 100; S12.00 per 1,000.

PORTIA, HEdTOR.

LADY EMMA, SI. 25 per 100; $8.00 per 1,000.

LAKE GENEVA FLORAL CO., Lake Geneva, Wis.

Have you seen it?

What!

Nicholson Carnation.

^dlir CARNATIONS s'r

Our stock Includes Uncle .lohn. The Stuart, Wm.

Scott. E. Cmlii. Daybreak. Albertinl, McGowan.

and other crack varieties— the best there Is.
Nice plants, once transphmted from sand, healthy
and vigorous, ready to pot up or plant out. and satis-
faction guaranteed. Orders will t>e tilled In rotation
after April 1. Send for list before you order. Prices
about the same as reliable growers charge for aand .
cuttings.

ALEX. MCBRIDB, ALPLAUS, N, Y.

GflRNflTIONS.

Strong, healthy, well rooted;

cuttings now ready.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood Ave. and 58th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. .

G94

The American Florist.

Mar.

St. Louis.

Trade for the past week has been good,
fine stock of all varieties being scarce,
and commanding good prices. Von Sions
are in rather short supply, and bring 4 to
5 cents; good Romans are also scarce,
some red skin Romans of good quality
are being received and go at sight. Good
roses are parcticularly scarce, callas are
plentiful and bring 4 to 6 cents, there are
enough Harrisiis coming in to supply all
demands and the price is 5 cents.

The Chicago wholesale houses have
flooded the town with special lists quot-
ing assorted roses at $20 per thousand;
several firms are receiving this stock,
which in realitj- is not worth more than
is asked for it.

.\t the reeular meeting of the Bowling
Club Mr. Harry Young raised the lucky
man's score one pin, taking the lead for
the present series with a score of 258.

The friends ol Mr. James Young are
congratulating him upon the addition of
a son to his family. R. F. T.

Hollyhock Diseases.

Ed. Am. Florist: I have read wth in-
terest (in your issue of January 25) the
remarks of your correspondent B.D Hal-
stead on hoUj-hock diseases. I have bten
a grower ol these stately flowers for
many years (before double flowers were
known) and have had to combat with the
various diseases which the whole mallow
familv is subject to. For some years I
have syringed the plants with a weak
solution of Per Mangateof Magnesia and
can now grow clean, healthy stock. Any-
one can try the remedy, as it is neither
much trouble nor expense.

John Clark.

Wemyss Castle Gardens, Fifeshire, Scot-
land.

The use of hardv ferns in floral ar-
rangements and decorations has in-
creased to a remarkable extent of late
years. Mr. L. B. Braguc of Hinsdale.
Mass., was the pioneer in gathering these
for market and we learn that during 1893
he gathered and marketed no less than
6,000,000 ferns. He also handles other
greens and during the last year he mar
keted 13,000 Christmas trees, 25,000
yards of wreathing, 600 barrels of muss
and 10 tons of bouquet green. He now
finds a good demnnrl for baled spruce and
balsam branches for cemetery work, and
carload orders are not infrequent.

Orange Blossoms.

Sprays 6 inches lonx, f 5.00 per 100 by
express. By mail 25 cts. extra.

Palm Leaves, 1250 per 100.

W. D. BALL. Orange Park, Fla.

\j^Tmv%\. utiU Hint stof k In .\iiht1<u. 1I\<t

W« haVD won tho riKiat Kiilmt I'lti/KN wlifft'TtT
■hffwn durlnii Iti*' iMiat u-n yearn fur our iMihllaii.
(jirtfr. ■tf'pnif. <llTlfli-«l. ntO'l-ifniwn rrntiii wirn'«'tljr

QRAINQER BROS., Toronto. Canada.

Wc Pay the Kxprcss.

100.000 PANSIES.

Iir>pwn fr'.rii •^•*''l ili.»t hn* ri'i ■•nn-r'mr atnMitf. nt/Krkf

HAtlMdlM V>.ltUKNA*4 IC^hiUxI f'tilllnifM In
»M thi- m<f«t t/rlllturt ririora. tTir (ftrr .UU, Ki Un»vr lUUJ,
»Ip|l»i*r»^1 TrM- At ymr 'I'^jr

S. WHITTON &. SONS, Wholesale Florists,

Hydrangea Pan icu lata Qrandiflora

THE MOST VALUABLE
OF ALL HARDY
FLOWERING SHRUBS.

Get the Best Plants
At the Lowest Prices.
Get them at headquarters.
Choose from the Largest Stock in America.

One Tear, 12 X 15 inches, fine,

Two Years, ;5x 3'. _: feet, fine

Two Years, extra selected, 3 x 33-« feet, stronigf, .
Three Years, 3 feet, strong, nicely branched, twice

transplanted 6.00 " 50.00 "

Packed in best manner and delivered to Express or Railroad free of charge on receipt of proper remittance.

Address., ji^g Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa.

S3.50perl00:

!S30.0O per 1000

4.00

3.-,. 00

5. DO

45.00

all orders
P. S. — We hivc all the leading and popular shrubs in quantity and assorted sizes ; field grown

will suit you

M willsu

Ask for list.

Prices

Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express..«4.0J per 1000
VERSCHAFFELTll and SHElLY

YELLOW $5.00 per 1000

ALTERNANTHERA p. Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CU'HEA (cigar plant), by maiL..50c per 100
PILEA(irtillerv plant), by mail...50c per lOO
FUCHSIA, mixed tl.OO per 100

C.VSH WITH OKDKK.

S. O. STREBY,

Ijock Hox 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

BEGONIA VERNON.

From 2|^-incli pots, if siiifted will make

good stock to propagate trom.

$3.50 per 100; $30 per lOCO.

GLOTHILDE SOUPERT.

strong, well foliaged plants, begmiiing to

form buds, trom 2J4-inch pots,

$3 50 per 100; $30 per 1000.

JOHN A. DOYLE,

SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.

Mention Anierliyin J-'Inrlwl

THE flSSOGIflTION FLORA.

BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

C'l-KMATIS In w.rt*. ;i yuiim iwr IU(J fi'i («l

KrlK/i;\ .IAIMIS|<;A «.«l

UIKI.VTKA S1>KC;TAIIII.IS 4.UI

Ijllliiiii iiiM.rlununi. I'tponlan KhitdodondrnnB, Aznloiut
II (• ll.i»..«. Ill l«.|il viirlutli'ii. i«T liOr.P («l: AiMil Cnl^
rtiTi' Airri'il ('•iNiiiili. Aiiim AloxlL'tT. A ili< IMcnbiicli.
II IliithfU'hIIM. I'lnhiT llollli|.|i.(i(.|l. .lurk. Ijl Knilu'V.
Mill.-. <;. lM\jA't. .Miiifv I'luiilliT. .MiiKnit <'litirta. I'nul
Norrnn. I*. C. <li! It/iliun. IVtIi. clcn llliiiiilii'ii IMrlch
llruiinLT and uthem. <'iiuilni{iif> on niipllt^titlun.

see CnmlirialKn Av«., .liOKsKV CITV. N. ,1.

MitnLUin Aninrlrjin Klnrliil

GRAPE VINES.

(i'oici:i(.N.)

All Ihn loiifllnv rarlctU'H for rultlvniUtn iinrlur Klnnn.
In rolliiwlnu nt/<*ii: 1 vunr. 2 yi'iim niifl i>ilrii ntnintf.
Alw) ' I' •i-lM'H tiiiil S«'<>liir|ni*ii NpiMiliilly |irt'|iiin>il
for fnrclnu In pxUi iiri<l inlm onlfm lKH>k<Ml fur
niMMTtftllr pri'im t**! fniltlnif nliintnnr \'tnifi. Nii'tnrlni'fi.
VvnrUim. htmwU-r 1«-i Inlf of ''I .Ii-liv<T>

JOHN Q. GARDNER.

RED SPIDER.

I \inrt\ to Ik* nfrnid of Knt sptdrr. !hiI nitt not
fif#w lliivr not iirrn nny in my hnilihiiKH tliin
winl**r, A niirr nntl chriip rcivnly iicnt on

rrrript of *)M. I><il.l.AU

A. a. CAMPBELL, noriil. CochranvHIe, Chetler Co., Pa.

CHOICE VINES,

For Immediate Shipment.

5.000 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHIL 1 year, pot grown,
fine jT.OOperlOO

1,000 AKEBIA QUINATA. (a fine climber, bears a
rich maroon flower) . . . $(> 00 per 100

3,0aO CLEMATIS PANICULATA, (creamy white
fi wers in clusters, very fragrant piofMse
bloomer), 1 year pot grown, fine, $10 per 100

5,000 HONEYSUCKLES, Golden, Hall's Japan axd

Fragrans, strong plants. . . . $(3 00 per 100

2,000 ENGLISH IVY, 1 year, very fine, $.S.OO per 100

THE WM. H. MOON CO.,

IHOBRISVII.LI:, FA.

SPECIAL OFFER FOR 30 DAYS

To Introduce Our Superb I'roKresslve XX
aud XXX Mammoth Verbena Seed.

There'll besome that will span the silver half and
muke pro^resHlve Florists IhukIi. Dnce plant, and
youll 11 cnntomer be. Thiifs what we are alter, don't
you Hi'«'. Kiirne trade packet XX *^0 een h: XXX
;to ri-ntH tnr ;iU days only. (To Hucure these rates,
ini.Mitl.in wpt-clHl offer: use both i^'nulen). In (ilbson's
Hwt'i'l ^'^•l■n(e^l Hybrids you will tlnd all that can bo
desired In the THiiHy H oz.. *l; H nz,. flCO; trans-
nliintcd st'edllnpH 75 per hundred. Our hand
livhrldl/ed Douitle l^etunia weed will jinuluce tho
kinil viiu i^lll want to sell. I'lne tlouhli's and frilled
hlnylcs. :n) stM'ds T.K!. l.(KJ) Hfcdw *! Ji. The double
white snililosa snowball Is ttir ht-sl tiling out for sum-
mer and lall i'Utthii; Vf( 11/ '^'k- . 'i n/,. ■!(!(.;., Vt oz. liOo.
Seeds all by mall po^tiniM iM-si-rlptlve wliolesftle
price-list of Nowlili-s urnl Spi-riiiliieH free to all.

Address, easli « Itli nnlcr cluasc.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, N. J.

Mention American Klorlst.

TRY

DREER'S

GflRDtN SttDS,

Plants. Bulbs & Requisites.

They are the best at the
lowest prices. Trade List 1a-
•-Mrd cjunrtcrly, mailed free
to the trade only.

UKNKY A. DKKKK.
rhllHdelphlM, Fa.

BOOTED CUTTINGS

COOP ONKS.

Vprbxnnn. '.':i varlottcn .... Wc. per 100; |»4.UUpor KKNI

HelIotr<»iM'. 7 varleilen i>er do/. 2t)ctii.

KuehslaM. I'.' varletirs '• 2Uctii.

ClKar I'limt ami i^ipr/ln " 20 ot«.

(iliiiil A IvsHurn and Maruni-rltu DalHV.. . " 20 Ota.
Mani-ltln \'ltic. Mrx. rrtliirnMe A Hnltana " 26 ot«.
IliMl.WhlU'A Itlue Plant iCuphi-n I. lava-) " :«) ot«.
ClirjrtianlhfinumK, 20c. f'olfus. \'lr I'uhIjiki* lo. n dor..
Smidforf-ntnloKUo. I. L PILLSBURY, Macomb. Ml.

Send for Special Trade.

I.iHt of ralntH, Tropical
IMnntN, Mconuniic and I>e-
cornllve I'tants etc. K«lli-
crcd from the fonrcoriKTH
oftbr earth I,arKc illuH-
iratcfl catalof^ur free.

\Vi> want In exchnn((e, ndN-
f'4'llnru'ouft noriN of Utmi'N.
Hnialton4-H Send llhlof what
V'Hi bnvf tn i.ffer Willi prliM'.
REASONER BROS. Oncco. Fla
Mmtlon Amorlcnn Klorl«t.

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The American Florist.

695

CLEMATIS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Per 100 Per 1000

Lilacina, purple $3.50 |3000

Jackmanni, purple 4.00 35.00

Velutina purpurea, purple 3 50 30 oo

Cipsy Queen, blue 3.50 30.00

Viticella venosa, blue 3.50 30 co

Viticella rubra Kermesina, red. 3.50

Lawsoniana, lavender 3 50 30.00

Ramona, lavender 3.50 30.00

Albert Victor, pink 3 50

Henryi, white 3.50 30.00

Miss Bateman, white, fragrant. 3.50 30 00

IVIrs. Howard Wyse, white 3 50 30.C0

IVIrs. Baker, white 3.50 30.00

Duchess of Edinburg,dbl white 4.00

Paniculata, white, small flowers 3.50 30 00

1000 plants, our selection, (15 per cent. Jack-
manni) S25.00.

N, B. — O'ders can not be filled for these cuttings
after March 20th.

W. S. LITTLE & CO.,

Commercial Nurseries. BOCEESTEB, IT. 7.

SMI LAX.

CUT SMILAX— Half an acre ready to cut
now. Quality A 1.

EASTER ORDERS BOOKED NOW.
SMILAX PLANTS -Extra strong 1 yr. old,

S2 50 per lOu; -20 00 per 10 0.
TRANSPLANTED SEEDL1NGS-$1.00 per

lOo; 88 Ou per 1000.
SMILAX SEED— A few ounces left; crop
of 1893, at 50c. per ounce.

JOS. E. BONSALL,

WHOLESALE FLORIST,
308 Garfield Avenue. SAI.EM, OHIO.

Olea Fragrans.

MAGNOLIA FUSCATA, CAPE JASMINE,
CASUARINA, RED CATTLEY GUAVA,
PITTOSPORUM, CAMPHOR TREES, OR-
ANGES and LEMONS, grafted on dwarf
stoclc.

2,000 BIOTA Aurea Nana, our new dwarf
Golden Arbor-vita;, a perfect gem.

4SP*Send for trade list, giving prices for other
desirable florist's stock.

ADDRESS p. J. BERCKMANS,
Fruitland Nurseries, Augusta, Ga.

A fine lot of 2-year old plants: Jackmanni,
Duchess of Edinburg, Henryii, C. Lovelace, Fairy
Queen, Lady Neville, Gem, P. Alexandra and
others, S3.tX) per dozen; $22.00 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS,

from fall, 7.5 cents per 100; $6.00 per 1000.

F. A. BALLER, Bloomlngtoii, lU.

Hard Time Prices.

STOCK PLANTS.

GEO. W. CHILDS, WABAN, MRS. L. C.
MADEIRA, VIVIAND-MOREL, V. H. HAL-
LOCK, JESSICA, J. C. VAUGHAN, AMI
HOSTE, DIANA, at fl.OO per dozen.

Cash with Order.

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO., Springfield, III.

cc

NEW WHITE CHRYSANTHEMUM

MUTUAL FRIEND"

It is sure to be a prize winner and a leading variety for '94.

PIKST FKIZE and CERTIFICATE of MERIT MASS. HORT. SOCIETT, '93.

Orders booked now for March delivery, 50c. each; $4.00 per dozen. At these prices
all should try it. We know it will please. Send for descriptive circular.

MANN BROS.. Randolph, Mass.

New Chrvsanthemum, MRS. J. GEO. ILS,

.A. CA.UIPOXt.rS'X.A.

lESEtXSXjXZVOr.

Flowers sent from San Francisco to the Chicago Show>warded a MEDAL.

A grand white, of remarkable substance, size and depth of flower. See Illustration in American Flo-
rist of November ISth. The very vigorous habit, and our large stock of this novelty, enables
us to assure the trade of good plants, and to guarantee safe arrival. To be sent out the
1st of March, 1894, at the following prices to the trade :

75 cents each; $7.50 per 12 plants; $14 per 25 plants; $25 per 50 plants; $40 per 100.

OKUEKS BOOKED NOW 15Y

JOHN H. SIEVERS, 25PostSt., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

ilqzi sill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

eLx\€L SfG-w Pla.n-ts),

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American Florist.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. DImmock will be pleased to Interview
buvers or reply Ui any communication addressed to
him at 2U6 Greenwich St., New Yoric City.

ORCHIDS SUITABLE^'h^TRAOE

Ttie Leading tcincls for
cut flower purposes.

I. FORSTERMAN,

NEWTOWN. 1. I.. N. Y.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Ghrysanthemums I Carnations.

Write for list and prices,
to suit the times.

Prices

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist vrheti Twrltine to advei^isers.

A FINE STOCK OF

QUEEN

A.r9T>

NIVEUS.

$10.00 PER 100.

J. A. PETERSON,

41 West 4th Street. CINCINNATI, 0.

GHRYSflNTHEMUMS

CARNATIONS.

Send for trade list.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

167 W. Mauinee St.,

ADRIAN, MICH.

STOCK CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

Pres.W.R. Smith, best pink 1S93 each 40c

Nlveus, fine white *' 40c

Golden Wedding, extra yellow " 35c

A. T. Ewlngand Alba Venus " 25c

And a host of standard sorts " 15c

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

ONE HUNDRED AND ONE FINE

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

li'Oi* $3.00.

All fine commercial varieties Includlngoneof the new
early plnis Mrs. K. G. Hill. Other stocb In propor-
tion. Write for what you want.

70th St. & Madisou Ave., CHICAGO.

Please mention the American Florist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII.

LANGAN BROS., 921 Crescent St., ASTORIA, L. I., IN. Y.

GOG

The Americax Florist.

Mar. /.

Toronto.

The Gardeners' a^ d Florists' Associa-
tion held its regular monthly meeting last
■week. The attendance was not so large
as usual probably owing to counter at-
tractions. Some say that Peter Jackson
was I he drawing card but perhaps it
would be better to put it down to Henry
Irving.

There were several interesting matters
brought up which excited livelv discus-
sions amongst which was the offer of the
"Canadian Horticulturist" to allow two
pages as a beginning for floricultural
matter to be supplied by members of the
association. This paper is now published
by the Fruitgrowers' .\ssociation and is
chiefly devoted to the interests of that in-
dustry. The matter was laid over in or-
der to obtain further particulars as to
cost to members, etc.

There was also lots of talk over a letter
from "a Member" who afterwards turned
out to be Mr. Frank Burfitt, asking if
something could not be done to stop the
cutting ol prices and whether a Florists'
section of the.\ssociation would be agree-
able to the membersgenerally. Themeet-
ing seemed to favor the idea of a Florists'
section and the President appointed a
committee (Mr. C. Tidy to be chairman)
to examine into the question and report
at the next meeting. Mvown idea is that
a Cut flower Exchange is the only pana-
cea that can cure the cutting of prices
which it seems to me must of necessity be
regulated by the inexorable laws of sup-
ply and demand. Whether this city is ripe
for such an undertaking and how to start
the ball rolling is for the florists to con-
sider.

In spite of the hard times and its being
Lent the city has been pretty lively this
last week or two. The Governor General,
Patti, Henry Irving, the performance of
the Greek play "Antigone" by the Uni-
versity students, Peter Jackson, etc., have
made the demand for florists' "stufT' a
little greater than usual.

The preliminary chrysanthemum show
prize list for 1894 will probably be pub-
lished shortly without the prizes. The
amount of money available is not sure
yet and it would be a pity to raise the
hopes of intcndingcxhibitorsonly todash
them again. It is thougnt that a consid-
erably larger sum may be obtained for
prizes this year than has been done here-
tofore. Exhibitors want the list out now
in order to know what to grow so some-
thing has to be done to relieve the press-
tire. E.

Ol'r annual spring number, to be issued
March 22, will l>c beautifully illustrated
and will be equal to those of the past.
Advertisers know what this means. No
increase in rates. Send copy for your
adv. early so wc may have time to get it
np in our best style.

AZALEAS FOR EASTER.

WE ha^t: houses ri i.i„ as will \\v. seen is\ the Am>\ e ieeistkation, of

AZALE.VS FOK E.VSTEK FORCING.

The plants are in the best possible condition, finely set with buds, not too far advanced to ship
safely at this time, which will insure a supply for Easter. We can make selections of plants taken from
different temperatures to give a succession of bloom. We offer plants

9 to 10 inches in diameter at $ 4.50 per dozen; $35.00 per 100.
10 to 12 ' " 6.00 " 45.00

12 to 15 • " 9.00 •■ 70.00

18 to 22 " ■' 30.00

Tlie varieties we handle are the best market kinds. The 1*2 to 15 inch size are of exceptional value.
Send for copy of Dreer's Wholesale Price IilBt for 18fl4, mailed free to Florists, Market Gardeners
and Nurserymen who enclose business cards.

HENRY A. DREER, PHILADELPHIA.

Victoria Regia. Egyptian Lotus.
Pond Lilies. Aquatic Novelties.

SEEDS. DORMANT ROOTS AND TUBERS.

If you have not received my Wholesale List, a post
card to that effect will fetch one by next mail.
Address

WNt. THICKER. Clifton, N. J.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations, Chrysanthemums, Coteus,
Verbenas, Etc. now ready.

St'K;k Ih the very bt-wt, uiut prlcett very low. If yrm
want any uHiUn\ ctitltnKK It will pny you tocorrospnrul
with UH. Semi frjr prlc); lint.

EVENDEN BROS., Williamport, Pa.
SPLENDID STOCK IN POTS

A lUTmiiitlMTii imrniivrhliililfM.iinri'ii niiiiti, r»i«rii naiiii.
vi-n-lrolor. n i»L'r lUU. CoIciih. ii-.Hnrie<l. 1-' viirlclleH, tl
IM-r IWI. Heifonlii. nii««»rle<l. W per IWJ. IIellMin»»o. :i
varlellt-'M. fl |M;r lUO. (Jerunlmn. -it \w»i iK-tlclcrw, Fit por
HI), ivy (iiTiinliini. A vftrletleM. Itn-lintlriu ('toy. M iwr
lUU. rrlniiihi.Hi-b Inrli iHitn. tii bliifini i>r titel, It per lUO.
SaIvIh. U-Nt tlwarr re<1. K( |>cr lUU. (iirimllon, nxitiKl
ciitllnufi. 11 iMT l(J<> I'ortln, l.l//lr Mriinwiui. INirltiin,
Kroil. iKimer, (inicf- Wil'lrr. Aiiruni

A. BARBE. Kansas City. Mo.

Our stock is large and handsome, consisting of

70 to 75 varieties, including the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in ;10 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at $6.50 per 1000 by express; in 20
varieties, at 81-00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at ^.00
per 100 by mail.

Golden Verschafteltli and Mrs. I. 0. Halght (yellow),
.^l $H.OO a 1000. «•> will imiudc at least 50 cut-
tinj^'s of the ttno I'inds in every 1000 purchased.

CARNATIONS.

A Inrm- slock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cuttings. 8i'>.00 per 100; 810 00 per 1000.
I'riccs of other kinds on application.
Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in
all cases.

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDALE, FA.

MR. (GONZALEZ IN JAPAN.

Mr. Qonzaiaz ol the flrM ol F. Qonzaiaz & Co., oi San Francisco, for the past two iiiDnlhs has been IraveliiiK and col
ItCtltiK the linest and rarest stock of Japanese Plants, Inilhs, etc., etc., that can be liad In Japan.

He will return with stock on or about February Ibe 27lh, when he will be prepared to supply all ordara. His twenty years
experience in the impurtinK business insures to all that Ins selections are carefully and well m.ide. lie uiulei stands the natural habit and
growth of every plant of note or worth of Japan, as well as the pleasures and whims ol American fanciors.

Tlia fair daallag, the superior stock, the careful attention Kiving to packing and shipmania by Mr. Qonzaloz's lini)
secures for him the enjoyment of a steady and ever IncreasinK trade.

Her-'ins lontemplitmc handlini; A Na. 1 stock will do well to comnuinicate early witn

F. GONZALEZ & CO., Wayne and Crescent Ave., San Francisco, Cal.

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The American Florist.

697

Supplies

of all Kinds, ^"^''^^""

') mortelles,
Cape Flowers, paper pressed Hartford and
Maidenhair Ferns, Wheat Sheaves, Flower
Baskets, Pot Holders, Plant Stands, Fern
Dishes, etc., etc.; all quoted in our beauti-
fully and richly illustrated new Trade
List mailed free. Also

Metal Designs, "^ii^v^j^

rich assortment of tasteiul designs:
Wreaths, Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc.,
in green or white foliage.

nUP9C I D9VDC (Sago Palm), natural
OJUao LCaTCO, prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

August R'olker & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24th St..
P. 0. Station E.

New York.

Medal Awarded

at World's Columbian Exposition to

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,

113 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.

FOR

METALLIC DESIGNS, WHEAT SHEAVES, CEL-
LULOID BASKETS AND POT COVERS,
and all Florists' Supplies,

H. BAYEESDOEFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

0e 9S. -^tln street,

rHTLADELPHIA, FA.

Our new Oataloeue i& now oat, free upon
•ppllcatlon.

When wrltlne mention the Abierican Florist.

MflRSGHUeiZ S 60.,

FlOrlSlS' SUDDli6§,

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Send for r^ataingm^ ^— ^

HUNTINGTON SEED 60.
Florists' : Supplies,

66 E. Washington St.,

Iin>IAITAFOI>IS, IHD.

standard Flower Pots, Dried Grasses, Fancy Baskets
Metal Designs. Trade Catalogue mailed free.

I o

ATENT

OMANOLEB ft MnOAiM.BV<

^Tunmc fniaiM
WASHINQTO^C O. O

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write to an adver-
tiser in these columns.

5

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

Mannfacture THE BEST LETTERS IN TffE MARKET.

sizes l}^-lncb and 2-lncb. ?2.UU per 11)0. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 500 letters we trlve away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut In nest

week's American Florist.

Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

agents: a. Rolker & Sons. New York; Marschuetz
& Co.. 25 N. 4th Street, Philadelphia. Pa.; F. E. Mc-
Allister. 22 Dey St.. N. Y.; Erast Kaufniann & Co.. 113
N. 4th St., Philadelphia. Pa.; H. Bayersdorfer & Co..
Philadelphia, Pa.; A. D. Perry i Co., SH Warren St.,
Syracuse. N. Y.; A. C. Kendal. 115 Ontario St., Cleve-
land, O.; B. H. Hunt. 79 Lake St., Chicat,'©; Wisconsin
Flower Exchange. VAX Mason St.. Mllkwaukee. Wis.;
H. Sunderbruch. 4th and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati, O.;
T. W. Wood ^ Sons, f.th and Marshall Sta. Richmond.
Va. ; Jas. Vlok's Sons, Kochester, N. Y- ; Dan'l B. Long.
Buffalo, N. Y.: C A. Kuehn. St. IjOuIs. Mo.; C. F.
Huntington & Co.. Indianapolis. Ind ; Z. De Forest
Ely & Co., 1024 Market St.. Philadelphia. Pa ; Portland
Seed Co., 171 2nd St.. Portland, Oregon; A. Herrman,
415 E.H4th St.. New York; Geo. A. Sutherland, r.7 Brom-
field St . Boston; Welch Bros.. No. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton; N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music Hall Place. Boston.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for Canada.

W.G.KRICK'S

PATENT

*j riorists' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.

These letters are
made of the best Im-
mortelles, wired on
wood or metal frames
liavlng holes dri Media
them to insert tooth-
picks, by which to
fasten them In the de-
sign. All Infringe-
ments prosecuted.

2-lnch Letters, $3.00

per lUO.

Postage, 16 cts. per 100.

Before purchasing
send for free sample
and catalogue and
compare with any
other letter on the
market.

W, C. KRICK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale by all Florists' Supply Dealers.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest and finest stock In the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL,

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J .

FOK SALE BY:— A. Hermann, y. E. McAllister
Reed & Kellar, N. Steffens. Now York; Vf. C. Krlck
Brooklyn, N. Y.; H. Bayersdorfer & Co.. I'hila.; J. M.
McCullouKh's Sons and H. 1j. Sunderbruch, Cincinnati,
O.; J. M. Gasser, Cleveland, O.; I). B. IjOng, Buffalo, N.
Y.; J. C. Vaughan, Chicago: Wisconsin Flower Ex-
change. Milwaukee; Wm. Ellison. St. Louis; Ed. S.
Schmld. Washington. D. C; G. W. Currey & Co., Nash-
ville, Tenn.; T. W. Wood A Sons, Richmond, Va.; U.
J. Virgin, New Orleans, La.; C. A. Kuehn, St. Louis.

You will benefit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

I

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day vear after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, wltli a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have got just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure' for
about half the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMODy, Evansville, ind.

R. W. CARMAN, Flushing, L. I.

Dear Sir:~?\i3.Si send us by Star Union
Line Freight (Pennsylv,-inia Line), another 5
gallon can ot Little's Antipest. We are not
yet out, nor do we want to get out of it, for
we think it indispensable and have sent you
several customers by recommending it.
Please hurry it through.

Very truly yours,

THE GOOD & REESE CO.

Brooklyn, N. Y., Jan. 15, 1894.
R. W. CARMAN,

Dear Sir: — Please send me 2 gallons of
Little's Antipest. Have used your Antipest
with great results last season. I was troubled
considerably with the large black ants in
Greenwood Cemetery, but by using your
Antipest drove them all off. Have also used
it on all kinds of solt and hard wooded
plants, with the best results. 1 would also
suggest to you to send circulars of your
Antipest to the different bupt. of cemeteries,
also to florists who attend to plots in the
cemeteries, as it will save them trouble and
annoyances fromthe blacka to whodestroy
plants and mounds.

Yours truly, CHAS. KKOMBACH.

theMALTESE cross BRAND

THEVErorBESTor GARDEN & lAWN

;,iPVOur dealer doesTiOt haveiLscTid diTGct to Hiemanufaclurers

35 Warren Street,
NEW YORK.

TteGuttaPerclia&RulilierMa.Co.'

70 Lake Street.
CHICAGO.

Pat. 1882, '85, '86,
'90, '91.

SFRIHQ BTEEL GALVANIZED?

ARMORED

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACID^s
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a hos<
can be applied.
Sizes, ^-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serviceable
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is an infringement on one or more of our

Patents. The rights secured to us render each individual dealeror user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO.*
Sole Ml'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter G-np Armored Hose Patents, 49 Warren Street. New Yn-i/
.T. C. VAVGBA^t As:ent» CHICAGO.

698

The American Florist.

Mar.

I.

St. Paul, Minn.

"Trade is dull" is heard on every hand.
With Lent here and five weeks more till
Easter the outlook is not bright. Still
sales have been fairly good until Lent,
considering the times and we have heard
ot but little stock going to waste.

Roses are still in moderate demand,
white ones especially being quite scarce
some days. Carnations and Romans are
also in demand. \'oD Sions seem a drug
on the market. Violets hold thsir own,
while lily of the vallev sells well, as usual.

Quite a good many Chinese primroses
and cinerarias are in the market, the for-
mer selling p )orly, the latter well. As
one of the growers remarked the other
day, "I never had finer primroses, but I
can't sell them." A few years since they
sold readily at 25centsapiece. Today they
cannot be disposed of at half that price.

Some of the department stores have
been selling hyacinths and primroses at 8
cents per pot, and quite a lew have been
disposed of in this manner. Some Easter
lilies have also been offered at low prices
by the same houses.

One or two of the growers have rushed
• heir Harrisii too rapidly and find them
now too lar advanced to hold for the
Easter buyers. Others are rather back-
ward and will require plenty of night
heat and warm sunshine to bring into
bloom by March 20.

We notice a good many smaller flower-
ing plants being grown for the Easter
trade, cinerarias, hyacinths, genistas,
geraniums, hydrangeas and azaleas; this
latter we consider the ideal plant for Eas-
ter and trust that our growers may im-
port this more largely than ever the com-
ine season.

Mr. A. L. V'aughan of Chicago paid us
a visit a week since. He reports trade as
encouraging and revived the spiritsof the
florists here not a little. Pblix,

Ol'r annnal spring number, beautifully
illustrated and full of valuable matter
that will surely be preserved, will be
issued March 22. .\rrange now for an
adv. in it. .N'n increase in rates.

LOCKLAND ®~

LUMBER
% CO.

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIOUITY.

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

■M-ti.l fiir < Ir. >J| ir. 1.1,. I lr.lli...,i.l.ilri.

Addro* I,OClCJL,A.IVt>, O.

Mantiun Aai«r10ftn Ktorlsi

R0Y4L

M

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

kk

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. 7^7 & 7^9 WhartOD St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Kaudolph Ave. und Union St.. Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Fearsou 8t., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the finu of Sipfle Dopfftl & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor. The Syracuse Pottery Co.. which will be under the mauagenieut of William Dopffel
and Conrad BreiLschwerth. The business will be conducted as heri-tofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enkirged our plant and capacity,
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest

... *nd
irpassed lacilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short" notice. Our lat«it im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most ser\'iceai>Ie flower jjots in the ninrket, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a conluiuance of your patronage iu the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list anrf samples and we know you will give us an order.

403 North Salina Street. SYRACUSE. N. Y.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottery, lu'w Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and iiur new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
In tlie market. Send lor price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

OEORQE MESSINQER, Manager.

li^flMt Broolff l^lcl, Ad^MM.

Standard Flower Pots.

26 HtH CENT OFF l..i tii«li wUli ..i.l.i iititll fiii
llirr iinticr A !arj{'' %((H-k on liiili<lo( K*""li J*lroilg

|IOU.

PRICE LIST, tor any number:

iVIni'li iHili. iiiTlll^l, r

I iK'rliiii.ViUU
•. ■• » -^

■. •• aw
1. •' A ni

1. '. rii

-Inch ixitii,
h -Innli iMiln,
II -Itioh |M»ll«

: llirli I.Ml.

II IU

l;i HI

X'l I II

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

Ijincrat In till' htm.' KOUT KOWAIII*. N. \.

Aiiiii»t ItiilkvrA Honii. i;ii;a I:ihW 2lth mrwt. .Ni'w
Vi.rtt rltr. Niiw Vurh Airnnu.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
idvcrfisers on this page.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from holtfiin of f^iittiT up,

C'orrcHiHXKliMice Hullcltt-d, KHtlinntoM cticorfully

liiriilhhed.

LYIMAN FELHEIiVI, ERIE, PA.

bM boxes, boxes.

Tliri^e-Pleco Wood Miilllni; llox.

Til'- iienlcNt niid Htronjitest box on the market.
8*nd i.sclH in fttnnipH for ftnniple iiei»t Riid price
lUt. I uIno make Cut Flower an<l KxpreNH Iloxefl.

HucceniKirtuHMITII & HMITll,
IfHrillii (Niiinty. KKNTON, OUIU.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

699

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer ot
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circniaxs and Price Iiist.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FLTTSHINO, Queens, Co., N. Y.

THE BEST IS
THE CHEAPEST.

WOTHERSPOON
WATERING POT,

The strongest
and best Florist
Watering Pot made.

Made of best iron and galvanized after being
put together, every part riveted. For sale by
leading seedsmen in the United Stales. Ask for
the Wotherspoon Watering Pol and accept none
that are represented as being jnsl as ^ood. If
yonr seedsman does not keep them write direct
for descriptive circular.

JAMES R. WOTHERSPOON,

2123 South St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomaiiG Veniliaior.

The cheapest, easleet to operate, and by far the
best machine in the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Mluatrated deecrtptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, kIvUik prices, etc
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sifter.

Address. R« A* "WOrrfF',

Box 114. SPRINGFIELD, <>.

Mention American Florist.

YOU CAN

SAVE

MONEY BY

PURCHASING,

AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter.

The best thingof the kind ever inventedfor green-
house use. Send for description and price list.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO..
373 Freeport Street, BOSTON, M.4S.S.

159 & 161 South Fifth Ave., New York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Kose Houses, Conservatories, etc., etc.

J'lT A QO HOCK BOTTOM PRICKS Send fur
VJIjAOio. Eutlmiite. Satisfaction Guaranteed .

-RXIESXS OrXj.A.8EI CO.,

65 Warreu St., and 46, 48 & 50 College Place,

IVe-vir Sork. City.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

VICTORY ! VICTORY ! VICTORY !

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded lor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es.
ti mates.

EJ. HII»r»Aiei>, TTotaxigsto-wia, Olilo.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

Nfliim 6fls Made fiLfiss.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

•\iVr±-t& for latest prloe.s.'^.'^-'^''*-*

FRENCH GLASS conservatories, rose houses, Etc. Etc.

-VAI>fHOI«:PfE;, OBEIITi^BJK

CO.,

Importers of PLATE and WINDOW GLASS. Manufacturers of BENT GLASS
and FRENCH MIKROKS.

131-133-135-137 FRANKLIN STREET.

Note-Imported Glass Is used In the best grade of Greenhouse building

Mention American Florist.

TVB-MV -yOI^IC.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

[13c3

1- L'^'

Boilers made of the best of material, shell, firebox
sheets and heads of steel, water space all arouna
(front, sides and back). Write for Information.

EVANS- IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS. Richmond. Ind,

Mention American FIorlHt,

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,

74 &76 MyrtieAve.. Brooklyn, N.Y.
fttf'Send for Catalogue.

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THK HORSE IS STOLEN.
DO IT NOW.
I JOHN G. ESLER, Secy, F H. A.. Saddle River. N, J.

HAIL

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn, '

House, Garden, Stock _ ,,_

trany other purpose. HMT-AIR

Send for Illustrated Catalogue IIUI Mill

JelauatIr-rider ANB PUMPING

DeLAMATER-ERICSSON ruriiir

PUMPING tNblNt.
ENGINE.

Their operation is bo simple and
safe that a child can run them They
will pump water from shallow «
streanie or any kind of well. They g
can be arranged for any kind of fuel S

Capacity 1.500 to 30.000 gallons «
of watf r a day. according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fiffh Avenue.
NEW YORK. N. Y.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

•CYPRESS-

[ireenboiise Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertisers.

700

The American Florist.

Mar. I.

Index to Advertisers.

AbelCC SCO ISO I

AdT. Rates, etc u^ I

American Boiler Co. ..WO
American Carnation

SodctT iKi

BaU W D an

BallerF A G«

Barbe A (»■

Bajerwlorfer n 4 Co . .«T

Bay SUte Ildw Co ilS

Berckmanfi PJ a5

RemerU H4Co (S;

Blanc A 6S7

BonsallJos E eas

Boston LetterOo . . .RC

Braeue I. B GST

Brount A CS;

Brown R S 4 Sons. . . ISI
Brown 4 Canfleld . ...Aia

Bontlnff $amaelJ tSCi

Bams k Raynor tH"

Burrow JO <S6

Campbell A B 894

Carman K W ®!689

Carmody J n 667

Cbandlee A Macanley.UT

rhltty H E lltKb

CookWCACo iW

Oorbrej* McKellar...i¥S
CottaiK Gardens The. .sa
Dallledooie Bros .... 683

Davia Bros t«9

Deamod J BSCo <9^

De t.amater Iron Wks.iM)

Dillon J L 691

DIngee * ConanI Co... .n>\

riomer f-rcd A Son iHi

ri-'jk'.lolin A iW

Dreer II A IIM n«

SllloU W H c»

BUIaonWm i*8

KIT Z De Forest * Co. .il*
Essex UelKbts KlorsI

Co 808

BTenden Bros €66

Pelhulm Lnnan 6B8

PelthousenJE .092

Kcnni^nn Wra. . . .. «B6

Kerrr I) M A Co 687

rtsher Peter 4 Co eUS

pynvtermann 1 fS6

Gardner Jobn G CM

Gibson JC 681

rjonMilei V k Co 69!

lirelnifcr Bros tS66M

GritHth .S S ..0S8

r;amer llenter Co .700
(;utta PercliaS Rubber

MfxCo lit:

Hall Asan 199

Hancock 4 Son ac

nart James Gl>9

HartSCrouae ISH

Hartford II B OiT

Ilcltf fn.iral Co 696

(lerr Albert M 682

llewa A U4Co ««

UlianserBraa 098

HIU BU4CO 6W

DIppardB on

BlUJhlno 4 Co TTO

Hooker U M Co 6BS

lloran Kdw C I»0

Iloran Jnii (K!

llulwbrifKh Bros Oil

Hunt K H flW

Hunt MA <H;6PI

Hunter Prank IJ (XS

UnoUOKtun Seed Co. . .IDT

Jennlnci K B Oil

Jocsten C II >*e,

Kaufmann Kmiit 4Co.i:C

K.'iir]<-<ly \V A iJ<;

Kennlootl B^jtCo 'X*

Ki».|ilt l>Mar4 Co IW

Krick W C Wi

Krrxiscbell Bros Co. . . .(M<

KnehnC A OW

Lak« UenCTB Floral CoiW

Lanmn Bros C£6

LaKoche A Stahl BS8

Little WSi Co 1S5

Lockland LumberCo.. .eas

bons Danl B IBS

Lonsdale Edwin 692

lord A Bumham Co...nX)
McBrlJe .\le.\. ... IWt

McCarthy N K 4 Co. .. .OS"

McFarland J n 6S6

McFarland J H Co TOO

Manda W A IS6

Mann Bros tiO

Manx J 4 Co iV-*;

Marscbuetx 4 Co i>.'T

May John N IM Gr>

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co 1^1

MIUangBros 6SI

Monlntier Jno C . .TOO

Moon Wm H Co 69)

Nanz 4 Neuner 687

NellLI 687

OelschiK AC 6S7

Olsen 4 Hughes. ...689

Ouwerkerk P (JM

Parmenter Mf g Co esB

PennockCJ ai2 693

PennockSam 1 S 6S8

Perkins FN 686

Peterson J. A 695

PlersonF RCo 691

PlllsburylL 6!«

Quaker City Mach Co. .699

Randall A L 689

Reasoner Bros t94

ReedGliLSsCo 6:i9

Reed 4 Kaller 697

Hclnbcrvr Bros ... (SfT 6S9
Kelmschnelder Ernst.. 61<0

Renard Joseph 69;)

Reuters J 693

Roberts >>U i»9

BoehrsTbeo fiSSi

Boemer Fred iKi;

RolkerA4Sona 097

RussellSJ 697

8ander4Co iiai

Scollaj John A 699

Shelmtre WR 696

Sheridan W K 6S9

Slebrecht 4 Wadley. . . .695

SleverB John U 695

Situations, wants 686

Smith W E 698

Smith Nnthnn 4 Son. . .695
South Side Floral Co.. .695

Spooner Wm H GST

Stelnnietz II 666

StcmmlerTW ISiT

Streby SO 091

Struck J N4 Bro Ii99

Sunderbruch n L 6S8

Sunset Seed 4 Plant CotiiO
Sutherland Geo A ....6(«

Swayne Edward.. 6ijB

SwayneWm law

Syracuse Pottery Co .«*)

Tlmni I 4 Co I»7

Tllcker Wm 696

United States Nurs's. Xg\
Van Home GrtlTen 4

Co liUSI

Vaughan J C <»1

Vlck4 Hill 692

Walker K 4 Co liSl

Waterkury KubberCo iSlT
WeathercdsSonsTW.TUI

Woeber4l)on l!9l

Welch Bros is*'

Whilldin PotCo ..UK
Whitton S A Sons . . 191

WIttbrjId Geu.Ko nJl

Wolf K K IMi

Wood Bnn IXll

WixKlmIT W B IW.

Wutlif rsDoon Jas R. .1X19

Young John 689

Younc ThoB Jr IMi

Let fs book your order now for a copy
of our new trade directory and reference
hofik •.o l>c issued next month. I'ricc $2.

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CUICAUO. ILL. H

GREENHOUSE HEATING ff VENTILATING

Horticultural Architecture and Building.

HITGHINGS & GO.

Establislied 1844.

233 MercerSt., NEW YORK.

FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.

NINETEEN SIZES.

Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.

Rosehonses, Greenhouses, Etc., of
Iron Frame Construction, Erect-
ed complete, or the Structural
Iron Work shipped ready
for erection.

Iron Frame Benches with the "Perfect
Drainage Bench Tile" or Slate Top.

SEND 4 CKNTS I'OSTAGE FOB ILLUSTKATED CATALOGUE

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

^" Flans and estimates furnished on application

Front view of a portion of onr exhibit at the World's Fair.
SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAQE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOQUE. . . .

LORD &. BURNHAM CO., irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

A'

RE YOU interested in the best modern
system of heating your Greenhouse. If so
write to us for Catalogues. V/c make a
specialty of greenhouse heating.

18 TYPES.

174 SIZES.

FOR STEAM AND HOT WATEFf.

ADAPTED TO ALL KINDS OF FUEL.

J^7?ter/con ^oi/er Company

B'^STO* :1NEW YORK: CHICAGO: PORTLAND, ORE.

'"' 'kV,!-' Viol Wi'ilrr"''''' ' 195 Ft. Hill Sqr. 94 Cenlrc SI 84 Lake SI. 127 Sixth SI.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

I ITCOR-POR. A.TE1I3.

HoriiGiiiiiirai flrcliiiecis and Hoi Water Engineers

S4<n(l (or < u(iilt>t;<i<'> •'■i<'I«>hIiik 1 mitH lii Htiiiii|m.

ivo. mi Ofii^oi wt., xvigw -yoKig oiT^y.

GURNEY HJieZSir" ^.fToTrynr''"''

.'-. ii.l r.,rn ...|.i .,r ..ur l....k ■■|f..>% Im-hI

QURNEY HOT-WATER HEATER CO.

163 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON.

tlrftix l< 'ini',' .' \Vnl<n>li AvfiiiK' ( 'hu-nifr,. llllnnli,

H<illlti|I Atfi'lKli'. .Inhlinin A r.,.:i .lolill Ht . No«

York (.Itr. J V, V ITncliHl.zw Arcii HI . I'lilliululplila.

iJone with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . lIAKKIHIIUItU, PA.

RmBrica is "the Prow of ths I/essel; therB may be marB camtnrt Emidships, but wb ars ttiB first to tnucti Unknau/n Seas,

Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MARCH 8, 1894.

No. 301

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published ex^ery Thursday by
THE AMERIGAK FLORIST COMPANY.

Subscription, SI. 00 a year.

To Europe, $2.00.

Address all cominuuications to

AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY,

323 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO.
Eastern Offloe : 67 Brou\tield St., Boston.

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS.

J. T. Anthony, Chicago, president: Kobert Kift,
Philadelphia, vice-president; Wm. J. Stewart, CT
Bromfleld St., Boston. Mass., secretary; M. A. Hunt,
Terre ITaute. Ind., treasurer. Tenth annual meeting
at Atlantic City, N. J., August, 1894.

CONTENTS.

The law of colors in flowers . . . .

Lady Hume Campbell violet

Carnation H. A. Wood [illus]

Chester County Carnation Society
How many flowers from a plant . . . .

Plant notes . -

Dendrob'uras . . .

Growing cucumbers under glass .
CarnPltou Mme. Diaz Albertini [illus] .

New v'ork .....

Sp— 'r.? ^'xhibifion U. S. Nurseries . . .
F'.ati.usn Florists' Bowling Club . . . .
Philadelphia .

701

702

703

.703

.703

704

704

701

, .705

.70.5

, .706

706

, .706

Cai-natiou Wm. Scott [illus] 707

Chicago . . 707

Ottawa, Canada 708

St. I^uis 708

Baltimore . .708

Toronto 710

The seed trade . . 714

Odontoglossum Kraraeri albidura 716

Harrisii lily splitting . 718

Buffalo .... , 720

Boston 722

Malden, Mass —A warrant of insolv-
ency has been issued against the estate of
Benjamin Grey and his business is in the
custody of the sheriff. A meeting of cred-
itors will be held at Cambridge, Inarch 22.

Correction.

In the article on Adiantum Farleyense
on page 659 of our issue for Feb. 22 the
plant illustrated is described as four
"inches" across when it should have read
ioMr feet. The error was such a palpable
one that probably no one was led astray
by it, as the illustration thoroughly re-
pudiated such a libel. A 4-inch plant in a
10 inch pot would be q«ite a humorous
combination.

Cincmnati.

For the last two or three days trade
seems to have dropped out and flowers
of all kinds dropped in. We have never
seen better stock.

R. A. Betz.once a designer at the White
House, late of the Cincinnati Floral Co.,
has opened up a store at 294 Vine street.
Being well acquainted, we trust Bob will
do well, G.

The Law of Color in Flowers.

Why florists are unable to produce blue
dahlias, roses and tulips, or yellow asters
and verbenas is an interesting problem
for consideration. The dearth of liter-
ature and exact data make it an obscure
question for discussion; but a compar-
ative study of plant life and color will
develop many valuable points.

Physicists tell us that light and color
are the result of forces acting directly or
indirectly through median objects. From
this standpoint our problem contains
two constant factors, working in har-
mony; first these curious forces are gener-
ated in the same manner, by the sun and
ignited bodies, second the constant rela-
tionship of conditions in plant life tend
to reflect a definite svstem of colors.

Ciip-rltfllted

To show the relationship of these sys-
tems I have devised the chromatic staff,
based upon spectrum amalysis, separat-
ing the white sunlight into the following
gradation of type colors: red, red-orange,
orange, yellow-orange, yellow, yellow-
green, green, blue-green, blue, blue-violet,
violet and red- violet. Tbeopposite colors,
on account of the curious phenomenon of
producing a white light with the spec-
trum, or a gray when the pigments are
mixed, are known as the comple-
mentary or seventh interval colors.
On this framework the circle W rep-
resents white, B the spectrum colors in
order and C black. Between W and B
there is a gradation of tints, and between
B and C the shades. The term interval,
as used in this paper, refers to the inter-
vening spaces between type colors. For
example, from yellow to yellow-green is
one interval, from green to blue-green is
another. They are numbered according
to their distance from any given color.

Color pigments of plants are found in
two distinct forms. (1) The blue, violet
and a few white pigments are dissolved
in the cell fluids. (2) The yellow, orange
and some red pigments are in granular
masses that are protoplasmic in their
nature.

Prof. C. B. Bessey, in his book on
structural botany, says an alcoholic solu-
tion of chlorophyll or green pigment, can
be separated chemically into two distinct
powders, yellow and blue. In a private
letter he stated that it was the verdict of
modem scientists that these two colors
were alkaline in their nature, and that
the red and violet tints were either acid
or contained acid salts. As a result of
some chemical process the yellow and
blue pigments are separated from the
green chlorophyl and developed singly
within natural orders. These facts, com-
bined with phenomenal relations of color,
have suggested the following law: Oppo-
site chemical and physical conditions tend
to reflect complementary or seventh in-
terval colors. As this is a new thought
we will spend more time in establishing
its truth. The chemical composition of
pigments is unknown, so the exact change
that takes place in color development is
obscure; but one fact is conclusively dem-
onstrated, that thethree elemental colors,
red, yellow and blue, have never appeared
in the same natural order. In a single
order I found it a universal rule that
either the blue or yellow was alone de-
veloped throughonehalf of the chromatic
staff, or the two remained in their purity
without developing into the red. This is
exemplified first in asters and clematis,
where the blue principle is developed
through the red into the complement
orange; second, the chrysanthemums,
roses and tulips are developed from the
yellow through the red into the purple
tints. Third, the iris and pansies retain
the blue and yellow, but have not been
developed into the red.

From these examples it seems to me
that there can be two conclusions reached.
First, the type colors yellow^ or blue can
only be developed into opposite or acid
conditions that would tend to reflect
complementary or seventh interval colors.
Therefore it will be a hopeless task to
work for the third elemental color with-
out destroying the original pigment.
Second, in cases where yellow and blue
are found in the same natural order it
tnay be possible by special cultivation to
obtain the red. I found an approximate
example of this in a pansy that contained
a decided orange-red.

The stamens and pistil contain the
yellow pigments that border into orange,
green or brown. In a few instances a
purple tint is found in the stigma. Seeds,
as a rule, are some shade of brown or
yellow, with an occasional black or
purple.

The same principle is very marked in
the fruits. The unripe grapes vary from
yellow-green to green; in the ripe stage
we have a gradation of gray-violet and
red colors prevailing. In apples the vari-
ation is from green to red passing through
yellow. The ripening of autumn foliage
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of the change from green into yellow
and red.

Development of pigments. Mr. R. L.
Blair suggested that the principles of
mixing pigments might be applied with
advantage in orisinating valuable and
showy flowers. With this thought we
made a comparative study of the crossed
varieties and found thatmuch blundering
work had been done. In many cases
parent plants had been selected whose
colors, arcordine to the universal law of
mixing pigments, would produce clouded
ard ugly results. In natural orders where
the floral colors have been developed from
the yellow into the purple, the yellow
and red varieties may be crossed with
admirable resu'ts; also yellow and orange,
or white with yellow, red, orange or
purple tints. The yellow and purple va-
rieties are liable to combine and give an
uglv brown-pink. The reason for this
difliculty may be the unlike chemical con-
ditions or the neutralizing effect of com-
plementary colors. In orders developed
from the blue type it is best to cross vari-
eties of a pure red and blue. The orange
and blue tend to evil results.

In orders where the blue and yellow are
both found the yellow and purple shades
may be crossed with good results. The
rich brown pansy is an admirable exam-
ple, where the two pigments are mixed in
the same cell. From this standpoint I
would suggest the following law as a
guide: Parent plants should be selected
whose flowers are either elemental colors
or a dark shade and light tint of the
same color.

Prevalency of floral colors: A compar-
ison of the per cents of color found in the
spectrum and the relative number of sim-
ilar colors actually found in nature is
valuable in explaining the difficulty of
establishing the elemental red. yellowand
blue. A writer in the American Fl-^rist
in his dilemma and search lor pure color
says: "Nature abhors the commonplace:
»he despises crude red, yellow and blue."
Nature may abhor these colors, and they
may be crude, hut there are legitimate
and scientific reasons fnrthe limitpd num-
ber of these colors. (1) It is diflficult to
stop the increasing chemical conditions
that would favor a reflection of pure red,
yellow or blue. (2) From a table giving
the per cents of color in the spectrum it
will be found that there are onlv54- parts
of red, .'>4- of vellow and .56 parts of pure
blue in 1,000 parts of white sunlight;
with these two sets of conditions we
could not expect to find numerous exam-
ples in our flowers.

Between the tvpicnl red and vellow
there are .334- parts of orange. This and
the fact that yellow is the most potent
pigment gives n ■ntisl.Tctorv reason for
the large per cent of floral colors found in
this field. Although there i« a small per
cent of pure vellow in the white sunlight
the color is at>undantlv rrpresen I fd in
plants, for two reasons: First, vellow is
the most liiminouK color of the spectrum;
second, the riigment granules seem to lie
less susceptible t'l chrmicnl changes. The
Inst fact was ndmirnblv demonstrated in
the samples of corn taken from the cliff
dweller's ruins an'' exhibited at the recent
World's Fair. They were nlnuist as
bright as sriecimens grown in later year".

In the table we find 4-77 parts of yel-
low-green, green and blue-green, conse-
qnentW we would exiiect to find a corre-
•prtnding niimbrr of examples in nature.
■nd are not disnppointrd. The smnll prr
cent o' tibir friund in the spectrum, and
the markril siiserptilnlily of th fluid pig-
ments to chemical changes, gives us a
sntiifactory reason for the limitcd^num-

berofblue flowers. These pigments are
found in living tissues, but rapidly disap-
pear in the ripening and decaying pro-
cesses. The purple and violet tints are
more abundant, as they are midway in
the stage of chemical development; they
are also fugitive colors.

Richness of color: It is a recognized
law of physics that light passing through
a transparent medium with a reflecting
surface beneath will give off" shaded colors
that are richer. This principle is admir-
ably demonstrated in the physiological
structure of the colored portion of plants.
The leaves and flowers have one or more
layers of transparent epidermal cells
through which the light passes. It is
then subjected to the absorbing and re-
flecting processes of the pigments, and
made still more beautiful and subdued by
the white and gray reflections in the outer
cells. The numerous floral tints arecansed
by an excess of absorption and a feeble
reflection of colors that mingle with the
white light in the epidermal cells.

It is a universally recognized fact in art
that white flowers are a myth. They are
all tints of some color depending upon
the internal structure, and the nature of
the incident light. I might also add that
white, on account of the peculiar require-
ments, should always be regarded as a
relative term, and much more difficult to
establish than the elemental red, yellow
and blue.

Plant markings: In plant markings we
have three classes of variegations: First,
tintsandshadesof the samecolor; second,
colors separated by intermediate inter-
vals; third, colors separated by the com-
plementary or seventh interval. Combi-
nation of tints and shades of the same
color is perhaps the most common class
of variegation and is abundantly repre-
sented in flowers and foliage of familiar
plants. The third, fifth, seventh, ninth
and eleventh intervals are frequently
found in chord relations. The third class
of markings is suggestive of a complete
color composition, as it begins with the
first and ends with the opposite or com-
plement colir. The yellow and purple
markings of pansies, asters and iris are
fine examples.

I have thus indicated a few laws gov-
erning floral colors with the hope that
the spirit of original investigation along
these lines may be spurred on.

Ames, Iowa. Etta M. Budd.

Lady Hume Campbell Violet.

Editor Amkrican Florist: Iscndvou
by to-day's mail sample bunches of Vio-
lets Lady H. Campbell, I)c I'arma and
Neapolitan. In an article on Lady H.
Campbell violet in your issue of Febru-
ary Hth the writer says, that the color of
Lady Campbell and Neapolitan are alike.
As 1 grow the three varieties side by side
anrl under the same conditions, I must say,
that I diffir with him. With me the color
of the Neapolitan is decidedly lighter,
while l)e I'armii is about the same culor
as Campbell, but of slightly diflcrcnt habit
and darker foliage.

The stock of the three varieties are all
imported from a reliable firm in Ivngland,
and the Lady Cnrnpliill, of which I have
stock 'if two different firms, are exactly
alike. The description of L. Campbell in
Knglish cntalr)gucs seems also to diffi r.
S'liiie give it as "Somewhat like I).-
I'lirmn, but a shade dcc|x-r in colc.r,"
while in others it reads: "Similar U> .Ma-
rie Louise, but larger, finer, and flowern
produced more freely." It is possible tli.it
there might be a variation in color of the

flower if grown in different temperature
and soil.

The Lady Campbell has never shown a
spot with me, while all theother varieties,
such as M.Louise, De Parma, Neapolitan,
Duchess of Edinburg, etc.,have been more
or less diseased.

I do not think that I, or any one else,
has ever claimed the color of L. Campbell
to be darker than that of M. Louise.

H. HUEBNER.

Groton, Mass., Feb. 11.

[All the flowers sent were of large size
and good color, but we must confess we
could not see any appreciable difference in
shade between the Lady Campbell and
the Neapolitan. There may be a difference,
but it was certainly very slight in the
flowers when received. Still it may not
be fair to judge by flowers that had been
shipped a thousand miles. But one thing
is certain, Mr. Huebner knows how to
grow violets, let the variety be what it
may. A large bunch of each sort was
sent and every flower was extra good
and the foliage as clean as could be
wished. — Ed.]

With regard to the color of the above
violet, opinions are liable to vary just as
the color varies with different growers.
Last week I visited Mr. Huebner, and
with him the color of hisflowers is almost
as dark as that of the Marie Louise, in-
deed it would be hard to tell the differ-
ence, and many of the ffowers could not
be covered by a silver dollar, the petals
projected all round. These flowers are
bringing better prices than any other that
are sold in Boston. With many of us
however it is not so much a question of
color as the fact of being sure of having
violets. This was my case and this alone
prompted me to speak of the violetayear
ago. I have no personal interest what-
ever in the plant, but simply wish to help
others as I have been helped.

In your last issue T. D. Hatfield raises
the question of the validity of the variety
as sent out by Mr. Huebner, quoting his
own as authentic. I hnve grown the lat-
ter as sent me by himself, and there cer-
tainly is a difference. His variety failed
altogether with me, and was discarded
long ago in favor of the variety of Lady
Hume Campbell as received from thelarg-
est specialist and grower of violets in
England by Mr. Huebner. Mr. Hatfield
further tells us that the Campbell resem-
bles the Neapolitan. It seems strange
that this is necessary when it is so well
known that the Campbell is a sport from
the Neapolitan and has often been de-
scribed as such. The color is exactly in-
termediate between M. Louise and Nea-
politan normally, though darker when
well done, and as pale as the Neapolitan
when notat its best, as late in the season.

With regard to the violet disease, also
the carnation rust, it has been said before
that the Bordeaux mixture will check the
disease if used very early, and this I have
found to be so, but as a cure it is of no
value especially if the plants be badly af-
fected. E. O. Or put.

So. Lancaster, Mass., Feb. 10.

1 la vinggi vcn this violet a thorough trial
the (last season I wish to add my testi-
mony to its many valuable (|ualitie8, for
I believe it is one of the most valued ac-
ijuisitions of recent years.

Realizing the fact that many have not
been successful with the older sorts of
bite, it is gratifying to know we havcone
that seems to possess all the desirable
(|utilities looked for in this flower and one
that shows auch vigorous health. For

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size of flowers and profusion of bloom it
is unequalled, its perfume is grand, while
for length of stems and color it is equally
good. No violet in the past has afforded
us such satisfactory results and our visit-
ors have spoken in the highest terms of
them.

The disseminator of this variety has
proved himself a public benefactor.

E. W. Breed.

Clinton, Mass., Feb. 13.

There have appeared in your paper sev-
eral communications in reference to the
above named violet, and I am satisfied it
has not had fair treatment to this time.

I began to grow Marie Louise about
fifteen years ago, have seen the Neapoli-
tan grown in many places, and have
grown Lady Campbell for the first time
the present season, therefore I am able to
judge of their comparative merits. I
should however say that the Campbell
has not had so favorable conditions as
the Marie Louise when grown by me, as
I had not intended to get the stock until
late in the season and did not have a suit-
able house for them.

The commercial florist does not care
about the "deflexity of the leaf foot
stalks," or if "the tips of the leaves will
turn towards the ground," but, will it
sell? does it pay? is it a success?

From the trial of this violet, I consider
it a grand variety and wherever I have
seen it, and with me it is perfectly healthy,
very free of bloom, large full double
flower, extremely fragrant and as dark
colored as any Marie Louise I ever grew.
My experience has led me to believe, that
no flower grown by me is so influenced in
color, by soil and treatment, as the violet.

For commercial florists it is a decided
success: I cannot say for private places
as I do not have such an establishment,
yet I have seen the Lady Campbell grow-
ing at several private places in such fine

condition and yielding magnificent bloom
that I think the most severe critic would
be compelled to acknowledge its excel-
lence.

There is no question butthatMr. Hueb-
ner has true stock.

R. T. Lombard.

Wavland, Mass., Feby. 13, 1894.

Chester County Carnation Society.

The March meeting was held at the
society's rooms at Kennett Square, Pa.,
on Saturday, 3d inst., with an unusually
large attendance, particularly of the lady
members and wives of members. For the
committee on mid-winter exhibition, Mr.
Styer reported all arrangeraentscomplete
for the show to be held at Wanamaker's,
13th and Market streets, Philadelphia,
March 9 and 10, all flowers to arrive on
afternoon of 8th and be staged that even-
ing.

Mr. Cartledge, of Pennock Bros., will
have charge of the staging and decora-
tion, which will be a guarantee of its suc-
cess. The value of continuing the exhibi-
tion for a third day was discussed with
the general opinion that if done a renewal
of the flowers would be advisable and the
growers were instructed to make ship-
ments Wednesday and Friday, the show
to be on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Several letters were read fi-om growers
at a distance promising to send flowers
for the exhibition. Jos. Phillips urged the
importance of making a personal matter
of the success of the show and felt that
each person should do all he could
towards that enrl. Exhibition cards will
be provided on wh cti will be placed the
names of variety and grower.

C. J. Pennock and Scc'y Shelmire made
reports on the Indianapolis meeting of
the American Carnation Society, the
former reporting an exceedingly interest-
ing and instructive visit to Mr. Dorner's
establishment at La Fayette. Secretary

Shelmire reported the gold medal having
been bestowed upon"TheStuart, "grown
by Mr. Dorner. The committee on medal
were instructed to have the medal prop-
erly engraved and forwarded.

The display of flowers was fine, notably
a vase of seedlings from R. Witterstaetter,
Cincinnati, O., and P. Fisher & Co., Ellis,
Mass. The former included a large and
handsome one of Buttercup type and two
in the way of Daybreak, also a good
scarlet. Fisher & Co. showed Jacquemi-
not in excellent shape. Others were shown
by Messrs. Walton, Larkin, Marshall,
Moore, Love, Shelmire and Swayne. Mr,
Balderston showed some fine Jack roses
and gave some interesting details of his
method of culture. A seedling bloom was
shown that had been kept over from the
February meeting four weeks ago and
was still looking well although scaicely
salable. It had been kept in the dark
with several cuttings of the tip of stem.

E. Swayne in a humorous speech re-
ferred to t he prophecy of Secretary Shel-
mire after the banquet at Indianapolis
and displayed a grotesque dummy carna-
tion which was christened "Shelmire's
Dream," or "Great Caesar's Ghost."

President Ladley asked for information
about treatment of tomatoes as a second
crop to prevent mildew. C.J. Pennock
referred to the annual report of Delaware
State Experimental Station which con-
tains hints on tomato growing.

C. J. Pennock spoke of the circular sent
out by the Philadelphia Florists' Club
soliciting contributions for the entertain-
ment of the S. A. F. and asked for hberal
responses from the members.

Miss Baker made a plea for a flower
exchange. C. J,

How Many Flowers From a Plant.

Ed. Am. Florist: How many blooms
per plant per month can La France, Mer-
mets. Brides, Perles, etc., be made to pro-
duce under ordinary circumstances?

Also how many blooms per month
should each carnation plant produce un-
der average culture? Subscriber.

The produce of rose plants is rather a
conundrum, as, under certain conditions,
some varieties will produce mucb better
one season than they will another. A
fair approximate estimate of the propor-
tion ot such varieties as La France, Mer-
met. Bride and Bridesmaid, may be taken
at four to five buds per month the season
round for each plant. For such varieties
as Bon Silene, Cusin, Perle, Hoste and
some of the other very free blooming va-
rieties a fair approximate estimate would
be six to seven and eight flowers per
month. This is of course when the plants
are in good, healthy, thrifty condition,
bearing buds all the time. Possibly this
will look a very small estimate to a good
many, but I think if they figure it down
one year with another and take an aver-
age from two to six years they will find
it a fair estimate.

With reference to the number of carna-
tions toaplant.that will vary immensely.
Take such varieties as Lizzie McGowan
irom which you will get from seven to ten
per month all through the season, while
from some others if you get one-half that
number, or even one-third of that per
month from each plant you may calculate
that you are getting a fair proportion of
flowers. Then, again, many of the car
nations do not bloom in theearly months;
tor the first two or three months of the
season they scarcely produce anything,
notwithstanding they will produce im-
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say January or February, still the loss of
count in the early months will very mate-
rially reduce their average proportion per
month per season for space occupied in
the house. John N. May.

Plant Notes.
It is doubtless true that the enlarge-
ment of a local trade in plants greatly de-
pends on the man who is conducting it,
and while experiments are sometimes
costly yet it will not do to avoid them al-
together, and in the line of experiment
some of the following plants may prove
useful.

Neriums: Some of the improved varie-
ties of these plants are greatly superior
to the old fashioned oleanders with which
we are all familiar, but in order to bring
these before the public in such a way as to
attract attention, a few plants should be
grown on into nice sized flowering speci-
mens, and at the same time working up a
stock of young stuff, so that when the
large specimens are exhibited the dealer is
prepared to furnish young plants to sup-
ply the demand that is likely to arise.

These plants are among the easiest to
cultivate, for they may be grown in a
frame during the summer, and in quite
a cool house in the winter, while propa-
gation is also readily accomplished by
means of cuttings, the latter rooting
quickly in sand with moderate bottom
heat, or the cuttings may be placed in
water in a warm house, the latter being
a very old method for oleander cuttings
and quite a successful one.

The varieties are now quite numerous
to choose from, for some ot the European
growers have given much attention to the
neriums within the past fifteen or twenty
years, but in these experimental opera-
tions it is not well to overdo the matter,
and three or lour good varieties are quite
enough to handle.

Among these should be the double white,
N. alba plena, this being one of the best;
Rose Double, a large flowered variety of a
clear deep pink color; Splendens, a bright
red double flowered variety; and N. Ma-
donna grandiflora, the latter being a tree
flowering sort with very large semi-dou-
ble flowers.

Hydrangeas: A few of the various
forms of H. hortcnsis, in addition to H.
Otaksa and H. Thos. Hogg have proved
quite salable in some localities, and arc no
more trouble to grow than the ordinary
varieties so largely used for Easter deco-
rations. Of tbcBc H. cocrulescens is quite
striking, the flower heads Ijeing very large
and ol a very bright blue; and H. stellata
fimbriate is another pretty form, having
white flowers in moderate sized heads, the
individual flowers being prettily fringed
around the cdgca.

The oak-leaved hydrangea is also a nice
variety with white flowers, and the rcd-
branchcd variety is another that is quite
attractive.

There is also some demand forthe varie-
gated form of II. hortcnsis an a foliage
plant, and it is a really handsome variety
when in good condition.

The varieties here noted however,
should not l>c recommended for perma-
nent planting outdoors north of the lati-
tude of Washington, U. C, for they are
not reliably hardy, il. paniculata grandi-
flora being nlK)ut the only thoioughly
bardy hydrangea for northern thrubbcr-
ic*.

Some of the ornamental fruited Sola-
num*, for instance, S. cajMiicastrum and
S. ovigcrum miike good market plants,
from the fact that they arc rarnd growing,
and easy to manage and arc quite
tatiafactory as house plants. These

solanums are easily procured from
either seeds or cuttings and only require
a moderate temperature and plenty of
nourishment in order to make a good
showing.

Nertera depressa: This pretty little sub-
ject has I think been noted before in the
Florist, but well deserves another refer-
ence. It makes such a charming little
cushion of foliage, and when nicely grown
is abundantly studded over with bright
red berries, the berries nestling down
among the foliage in such a way that its
common name of "Bead plant" seems to
be a very appropriate one. Division is
the best method to increase this plant,
and it may be well grown in a housesuit-
able for geraniums, providing the nertera
is given a little protection from the full
sunlight. It is also well to take the pre-
caution of not watering this plant over-
head during dull weather, as it is some-
times given to damping off under such
conditions. \V. H. Taplin.

Dendrobium Euosmum, and its Varieties,
Roseum and Leucopterum.

We have here three hybrids, all raised
from Dendrobium endocbaris fertilized
with the pollen of Dendrobium nobile; all
have a charm to which no description
could dojustice. Theirexquisitefragrance,
which is not equalled by any other den-
drobe, brought forth the remark re-
cently from an amateur orchid enthusiast
when visiting here — "There is something
about the fragrance of this orchid which
appeals to mj- feelings as no other flower
does," — and the extreme pleasure with
which he seemed to extract its odor time
and again spoke more eloquently than
words; it is indeed a bouquet of odors.

These hybrids were raised by Mr. Seden
and flowered in 1885. The seed parent D.
endocharis being a chaste hybrid of deli-
cious violet fragrance, the result of a
cross between D. Japonicum and D.
aureum, therefore euosmum combines all
the good qualities of three species. The
flowers are not so large as Dendrobium
nobile, as the plant is not of such robust
habit, but the flowers are more numerous
and closer set on the pseudobulb; the type
euosmum has sepals and petals white
tipped with pale rosy purple as is also the
lip, the disc Ijeing maroon purple shaded
white. The variety roseum is toned all
over with rosy purple, which is much
deeper at the apex. But of euosmum
leucopterum too much cannot be written.
The exquisitely formed sepals, petals and
lip are snow white, the only coloring be-
ing the disc of lip, which is a pale Indian
purple. It will be a pleasure when this
particular variety gets sufficiently numer-
ous to be within the reach of all orchid
growers. It is of comparatively easy cul-
ture, the same treatment in every way as
accorded to D. nobile being sufficient,
only it will require a little extra care in
the ripening period.

Dendrobium splendidissimum grandiflo-
rum: This hybrirl is supposed to be the
samccrossas Dendrobium Ainsworthi and
Lccchianum, but it is much superior in all
its parts; in fact so far as I have seen it I
consider it the noblest of the Aurea-Nobilc
crosses. Tiie flowers are nearly four
inches across, the whole bloom sufruscd
with rosy mauve, the disc spreading over
three purls of the lipsof the richest Indian
purple and bordered by a pale yellow
zone. It re(|uire« the same general treat-
ment as nobile, but care should be taken
that the phintH are not subjected to ex-
tremes in ri|K-ning thegrowth, iK-ing care-
ful not to allow them to In-come too dry
I and shrivel. W. KoiiiNSON.

Among Chicago Growers.

GROWING CUCUMBERS UNDER GLASS.

George Miller's four houses of cucum-
bers are well worth a trip to Hinsdale to
see. Such luxuriant growth in the cucum-
ber vine we never saw before. Any num-
ber of leaves may be noted that measure
12 inches and over in diameter. The va-
riety grown is Rollison's Telegraph.

The first house was planted with plants
from 2-inch pots between Dec. 5 to 10.
This house is in full bearing at the present
writing, March 1. The first fruit was
picked and marketed Feby. 16th and aver-
ages 16 inches in length, with some 18
inches and over, though larger fruit was
grown a little later in the season last year
which measured 21 to 22 inches. This
variety is an enormous bearer. We counted
in several places 15 cucumbers to the
square toot. Of course the house will not
average the same right through.

The last house was planted a month
later, Jany. 11th. This shows fruit from
6 to 12 inches long and promises even
better results than the first. This last
house is 20 ft. wide and is planted with 4
rows, single vines 2 feet apart in the row.
The other three are 11 or 12-foot houses
with a walk in the center and bench on
cither side. One row about a foot inside
of the wall of the house on each bench is
planted in these. The vines are trained
on v?ires stretched under the roof about 6
inches away from the glass. One imag-
ines he is stepping into an arbor when en-
tering any one of the houses, but lookout
and don't knock your head against an
enormous cucumber. They hang down
from the roof in all stages of growth, and
remind you of a regiment ot policemen's
clubs. But don't be afraid of them, they
are mighty good eating as we can testify.
Now let us ask George a few questions.
We should like to know how he grows his
"pets" as he calls them.

"As regards soil" answers Mr. Millerin
response to our query, "I take one-half of
a good clay loam such as you may find
on my place and oue-half cow manure.
With this compost I fill my beds, drawing
up the soil into slightly raised hills two
ttet apart, into which 1 plant the vines.
1 sow my seed in small pots and from
these shift onto the benches as soon as
the plants are strong enough. 1 allow
but one plant to the hill and let the vine
attain a length of 18 or 20 inches, when
I begin to pinch them back. The pinching
of the vines will have to be attended to
constantly. If not you will have plenty
of vine, but little IVuit. One great advant-
age in growing this variety is that it sets
the fruit without being fertilized, but no
seeds are produced witliout resorting to
fertilization, which renders the fruit all
the more desirable for the table. The cu-
cumber vine is easily scorched by the hot
rays of the sun, and shading has to be ap-
plied ns early as February. You will not-
ice in one ot the houses that some of the
leaves look burnt; that is the ctfeet of the
sun belbre the house was shaded. The
shading shotilil be very ligl't though; 1
use lead and linseed oil, which answers
my purpose very well.

"Temperoture? Well if you can main-
tain your heat ns nearly at 70° ns possi-
ble you will hit it about right; at any rate
the house should never go below 05°.

"Do 1 feed? Certainly. You might
suppose that a compost of Va manure
would be rich enough to grow them in,
but I liiul that the vines can take a good
deal iiiore. I use licjuid ferlilizcrin various
forms at least twice u week. The result
speaks for itself."

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New York.

Balmy spring weather has come but it
has not brought much comfort to the
wholesalers and their intimate friends,
the growers. The demand has been very
light and prices have gone down until
now there is actually no price that is sta-
ble on anything in the flower line. While
a customer may have to pay six or eight
cents a piece for roses in dozen lots, when
it comes to hundreds one-half of this rate
will be gladly accepted and when thous-
ands are handled fifteen dollars per thous-
and is considered a lucky find.

There is much complaint among the
wholesalers regarding the difficulty in
making collections. Not all the retailers
are slow but those that are slow are very
slow and in some cases large amounts are
outstanding with nothing tangible in
sight on which to base any hopes for fu-
ture settlement. The method of these par-
ties is to get credit as long as possible at
one establishment and when finally press-
ed for settlement to show virtuous indig-
nation and haughtily transfer their valu-
able trade to some other concern where
they manage to go through the same per-
formance again, and so they keep it up
until they have gone through the entire
list of wholesalers, with varying success,
and when they come to the end there is
scarce a wholesale dealer who could not
join fervently in the darkey's chorus "Oh,
it's hard, it's hard! W'tn you don't get
you' money w'en it's due." The only ef-
fective preventive of this sort of work
would be a combination for mutual pro-
tection on the part of the wholesalers, but
these gentlemen have not yet reached that
advanced stage of mutual confidence and
harmony and they will probably continue
for some time yet as in the past to furnish
the working capital for many a soap-bub-
ble enterprize.

Mme. Caroline Testoutasseen at Thos.
Young's now is entitled to stand in the

first rank as a spring rose. Kaiserin Au-
gusta Victoria is also beginning to recover
from its midwinter inactivity and some
good blooms are coming in. Most of the
dealers are receiving Jacqueminots in
moderate quantities but there is no spe-
cial demand for them and they go at small
figures. Their greatest eifect is seen in the
market tor Meteors, which have been
given the cold shoulder since the Jacqs
appeared and have to take their chances
now with the "common stuff."

It is said that there is a new crop of
fools every year. No doubt the "Bermuda
Easter Lily" chaps are counting upon the
truth of this proverb, for they are in the
market with their circulars and prospect-
uses in greater numbers than ever. It
will be surprising if they will ever realize
the cost of the postage stamps. There is
but little interest manifested yet by the
trade in the cut lily supply for Easter,
plants in pots only being considered of
sufficient importance to be looked up in
advance. From all indications the plant
trade will in a greater degree than ever
monopolize the larger part of the Easter
demand. Julius Roehrs will be in with a
large stock of plants. The houses which
last fall were a mass of chrysanthemums
are now filled with handsome azaleas,
rhododendrons, lilies, genistas, hydran-
geas, lilacs and metrosideros which are
just bursting into bloom. Mr. Roehrs
does not confine himself to established
favorites but is constantly testing things
which are out of the usual order. Tree
peonies, Cytisus Andreanum, Staphylea
colchica, and several species of prunuses
are among the uncommon things to be
seen there this year.

Mr. Roehrs is oneof thefew large grow-
ers who continues to force hybrids. Mag-
na Charta, Luizet, Brunner and Roths-
child are the varieties grown. Magna
Charta is the favorite up to March, after
which time it is not considered worth
growing. The Luizets are a splendid suc-

cess this season. They average five flow-
ers to a plant and finer blooms have never
been offered in this city. Brunner, Mr.
Roehrs asserts, does not pay to force, no
matter how fine the blooms may be, as it
cannot be counted upon to throw more
than one first-class flower to the plant.
The large palm houses are made to do
double duty, cattleyas being thickly hung
from the roofs overhead. There has been
an enormous crop of cattleyas there this
season and there are plenty to cut yet.
An electric road is being constructed con-
necting Rutherford with Hoboken and
will run directly past Mr. Roehrs' place.
It will be in operation the coming spring.
A small and very select party paid a
visit to Bay Side recently on invitation of
Mr. John H. Taylor. After lunch they
were escorted through Mr. Taylor's ex-
tensive establishment arguing as they
went along many an old disputed point,
said points being in each case left where
they were before, i. e. unsettled. Mr.
Ernst A?mus was heard to remark that
"it seems to me the more we learn in rose
growing the less we know," a sentiment
which no one presumed to contradict. To
the eel worm question Mr. Taylor gave a
new interest by saying, "I don't believe
the eel worm is ever in the soil, I believe
the man makes it." A house of Hostes.
which had been carried over a second year
was criticised as being an unprofitable in-
vestment, and the superiority of young
plants was strongly supported, but a set-
back was received whenMr. Taylorcalled
attention to a fine house of Brides which
he said were four years old, to which Mr.
Nash sagely responded "Well, that has a
tendency to upset the theorv." The
Bridesmaids in the new houses built by
Mr. Taylor last season are in splendid
condition.

A call was made at the Cottage Garden
greenhouses and the much-talked-of-short-
span-to-the south houses and their con-
tents examined with interest. Mr. Ward
was not at home unfortunately, so the
visitors had to pilot themselves. Car-
nations Wm. Scott and Storm King
were in finest health and vigor, the
only fault seen in the latter being
the distance between the blooms. As
to the blooms themselves there can be
but one verdict, they are superb. Michi-
gan also came in for much admiration.
Mme. Diaz Albertini while most vigorous
and strong growing and bearing an
enormous flower shows one great fault.
The petals bleach out badly and their pe-
culiar twisting gives the flower an ap-
pearance of age even when perfectly fresh,
Mr. Ward's soil is quite light and sandy.
Mr. C. H. Allen was also visited and
was found as always, genial and interest-
ing. He has a fine lot of lilies for Easter
but carnations are his main crop. A house
of McGowans here may with safety be
pronounced equal to anything of its kind
in this vicinity. Wm. Scott is also up to
its reputation. Edna Craig is badly dis-
eased. Richmond throws a majority of
defective blooms and will be discarded.

At Fred Storm's the main crop is Amer-
ican Flag and Portia. In reply to a ques-
tion Mr. Storm said that Flag brings a
small price in the market but it bears well
and on this account pays. Here Edna
Craig was found to be diseased while Wm.
Scott in the same bed with it was per-
fectly clean. Thos. Cartledgealsoshowed
up well. New Jersey was badly bursted'
and pronounced a failure as seen here.
Mr. Storm has one new house with the
short span to the south. He remarked
that he was well satisfied with it and
when building again would build all his
houses this way, with a three foot space

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and concrete gutters between, to which
Mr. Alex Bams responded with a grunt
which "spoke volumes."

Chris. Butler's two rose houses at Bay
Side are in grand shape. Mermets and
Brides are the main crop and the back
benches are devoted to Perles of which
Mr. Butler says he hascut 15,000 the past
season. If Chris, has Mermets, Brides
and Perles as good when those houses are
old as he has them this year he will come
pretty near to beating the record.

The officers of the Xew York Florist
Club held a meeting on March 2 and ar-
ranged for a number of very important
matters to be brought up at the Club
meeting on Monday, March 12. It is of
vital moment that every member who can
be present should come to the meeting.
President O'Mara has made the following
appointments for 1894: Executive com-
mittee, Messrs. C. H. Allen, Rudolph As-
mus, A. L. Don, O. C. Wells and D. H.
Roberts; exhibition committee, I. Forster-
mann, H. W. Wippermann, F. Dressel, E.
Asmns (Short Hills), and E. Koffman;
essay and publication committee, Sim'l
Hensbaw, G. W. Hillman and C. H. Joos-
ten.

A. Herrman has leased the entire floor
next above that occupied by the Cut
Flower Market on East 34th street for a
manufactory of metal designs and other
florists' supplies. He has put in a set of
dies and other machinery for the manu-
facture of metal foliage and the only ma-
terial imported is the porcelain flowers,
which come from France. The price on
these goods has been greatly reduced and
very pretty wreaths are now sold as low
as $1 each and less. Those costing from
40 cents to $1 are in the largest demand.
Mr. Geo. Paulson of West Hoboken
died at his home suddenly on the morning
of February 25th. Mr. Paulson hascon-
dacted the greenhouses on the Weaver-
town Road since his father's death about
three years ago. He was 39 years of age
and leaves a wife and child. A number of
florists attended the funeral on Tuesday,
Feby. 27th.

On Tuesday afternoon, March 6th, Mr.
Samuel Henshaw read a paper before the
Farmer's Club at the rooms of the Amer-
ican Institute. His subject was "How to
beautify our home grounds."

It is reported that "George the Greek"
a prominent member of the street trade
fraternity has leased a store on Broad-
way under the Coleman House.

Julius Roehrs is building a bowling al-
ley which when completed he intends to
dedicate in the most approved fashion.

(i. Herrmann has issued a very tasty
seed catalogue, printed in German
throughout, for the benefit of his German
trade.

James Purdy has made improvements
on his wholesale store in 43d street,
among which is a big sign which can be
■ccn a block away.

The greenhouses Ijclonging to Charles
Krombach in Brooklyn were badly in-
jured by fire and a fine Easter stock of
plants entirely destroyed early on the
morning of February 25th. SupiKjsrd to
be incendiary.

Fire broke out early on the morning of
February 24th in one of the larj^c grccn-
hoosr* of Wm. Boll at Jamaica, L. I.
Ix>sa on house and stock about $1,000.

Spring Exhibition of the United Sutes
Nurseries.
The annual spring exhibition at Short
Hills has come to be looked forward to
with much interest by all those who arc
tt) fortunate as to be able to attend. This
year's show opened on Saturday, March

3d. The great central palm house with
its forests of tropical plants and rows of
stately tree ferns is made doubly beauti-
ful by two banks of blooming orchids
which extend the entire length on both
sides, the whole orchid exhibition having
been brought from the upper range of
houses and concentrated here. There are
cattleyas and cypripediumsby thousands
and in wonderful variety. Odontoglos-
sums are shown in abundance also, many
fine forms of O. crispum collected by Mr.
Lager being in bloom now for the first
time. On the big trunks of the tree ferns
Odontoglossums Rossii in large quantity
appears perfectly at home, and from the
rafters are suspended dendrobiums,
nepenthes, etc.

The various houses devoted to cycads,
araucarias, ferns, dracaenas, etc. are all
well worthy of a visit, and many new
and interesting species are shown. The
seedling cannas, genistas, azaleas and
other seasonable blooming plants make
a brilliant show and crowds of visitors
are expected all through the week.

Flatbush Florists' Bowling Club.

The annual supper of this popular
organization was held at Bantel's Hotel
on the evening of March 1. There were
present besides the resident members of
the club Messrs. Alex Burns, John Ray-
nor, E. C. Horan, P. O'Mara, Julius and
Theodore Roehrs, J. M. Keller, I. Foster-
man, the American Florist and the
J-lorisls' Exchange. The early part of
the evening was spent in the bowling
alley where almost everyone present took
a turn at trying to hit the center pin.
Small scores were the rule, however,
although John Raynor came with an ex-
tra supply of muscle and a determina-
tion to smash the pins into kindling
wood and others were inspired by the
promise of a prize for the highest score,
said prize proving eventually to be a pair
of overshoes which Julius Roehrs had for-
gotten to take home with him on a pre-
vious occasion. But fun was in the air,
everybody came for a good time and they
got it.

On entering the supper room it was
found to be beautifully decorated with
laurel festoons and plants and on the
table baskets of flowers. The plant
decoration was the contribution of Chas.
Zcller & Sons and was a most tasty
arrangement of palms, lilies, cinerarias,
azaleas and vincas. The baskets on the
table came from Messrs. Dailledouze
Bros., J. Austin Shaw and J. V. Phillips.
Mr. Charles Zeller, the president of the
club, j)rc8ided. In welcoming the guests
he spoke eloquently of the early days of
Flatbush floriculture and of the peculiarly
happy fraternal and social relations
which had been fostered by the pioneers
in the trade here and had been maintained
and developed all through the thirty
years that have passed since, lie advised
the young florists of Flatbush to adopt
as their policy that of their predecessors
and to sec to it that harmony, compan-
ionship and fraternal feeling should
always prevail to the exclusion of jeal-
ousy and selfishness. Theold gentleman's
enthusiastic remarks were uproariously
applauded and it was evident that the
Flatbush boys are very fond of their
president, as they ought to Ik-.

Everybody present was called up for «
song, n speech or a recitation, but the
spccchrs were short and indeed il would
have taken a man with a great nerve to
have attempted a formal siK-ech in such a
jolly company. There were (luitc a number
of profcMcdIy very modest men present but

no excuses were accepted and all had to
respond with a word at least. The most
noticeable fact was the absolute freedom
from any allusion to business or trade
matters of any nature, an example which
might well be followed all over the
country on such occasions, but which un-
fortunately is not in all cases.

A feature of the evening was the ap-
pearance of a magician, a Turk, who
proved to be remarkably skillful in his
peculiar line and created no end of fiin by
his manipulations of money, rings, hand-
kerchiefs and mice, Mr. H. Kretschmar
being enlisted as an assistant in the pro-
nunciation of the various jaw-breaking
phrases necessary to the success of the
tricks. J. Austin Shaw read a poetical
efi'usion prepared specially for the occa-
sion, every verse containing some side-
splitting local hit, and the very difficult
feat of making rhymes for the names of
all the members being successfully accom-
plished.

The illness of Mr. P. B. Meissner was
alluded to and his health was pro-
posed and drank standing. After the
first restraint had begun to wear oflF, Mr.
Forsterman discovered a piano in the
corner of the room. That settled matters.
Until far past the midnight hour chorus
followed chorus and dealers in throat
lozenges in that vicinity should have
reaped a rich harvest on the following
day.

Philadelphia.

Something in the nature of a sensation
has been sprung upon the town in the
statement that the large retail dry goods
establishment of John Wanamaker is
about to open a cut flower department.
The air has been full of rumors for the
past few days such as: "They would
buy flowers in large quantities, get them
cheap and sell without profit, and use
the department simply as an advertise-
ment"; "they were to sell loose flowers
only, nothing made up"; "they were go-
ing to do a general florists' business, so-
licit trade, work cheap and smash things
generally"; "they were going largely into
plants and would play hob with the Eas-
ter trade," etc., etc. The statement has
often been made that such a department
was to be opened at this place and quite
a number of florists and others have
made overtures to the firm to rent space
or sell and give a commission, but never
with any success. Now, however, it is
to be taken in band by the firm and man-
aged by Mr. Weber, the head of the mil-
linery dejiartmenl. The flower stand or
counter will be placed in the arcade or
main entrance from Chestnut street,
through which passes about 10,000 peo-
ple an hour during the busy part of the
day; 1,600 dozen artificial roses of one
kind were sold there in a very short time
by displaying them on tables, and the
manager thinks a like success will attend
his eflorts in the cut flower line. A Phila.
florist is to be in charge. Who is he?
The dci)artment will only open for the
lireseiil on Saturdays, when, if it proves
successful, a full line of flowers each day
and a general cut flower business will
follow.

The effect this competition will have in
the trade is discussed freely. Some see
nothing to be alarmed about, others
think it means a revolution of the busi-
ness, as if it is succcsslul other large com-
binalion stores will be compelled to open
similar departments, and the retailer will
then be pushed to the w.-ill, as they can
undersell him and make a profit on prices
that it would lie impossildc for him to
meet. Others think that the trade will

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CARNATION WILLIAM SCOTT AS SHOWN AT THE INDLANAPOLIS MEETING.

be mostly in loose flowers that can be
had in quantity and sold cheap, and that
this will have no more effect than the
street fakirs of the present day. The
manager says he has received numerous
letters from growers and wholesale men
who desire to supply flowers and plants.
He says they do not intend to handle
plants, as they are so easily damaged and
difficult to deliver.

~ The carnation show of the Chester
County Carnation Society is to be held at
Wanamaker's in one of their special exhi-
bition rooms in the third story of the
building, so that these flowers will be
quite high for a day or two at least.

Business for the past few days has been
fair. The week opened with almost a
blizzard and closed on Saturday with a
lovely, balmy spring day, which brought
the people out in droves and kept the
boys hustling all day long. It was the
busiest day of the Lenten season.

Flowers are plentiful, with a tendency
to lower prices, although all good stock
seems to go readily at the top flgures; $6
to $8 is the ruling price for all the large
teas, while the smaller stock moves lively
at $3 to $4; Brunners are now to be had
in quantity and the quality is Al; Ander-
son has two large houses and could
almost supply the market himself for the
next month, while Smith & Whitely, La
Roche & Stahl, Burton, Heacock and oth-
ers have now or will soon be cutting this
rose; $5 per dozen is the price for good
stock; how long it will stand when all
hands begin their bombarding is a ques-
tion. Burton has a few Baroness and is
also cutting some of the finest Mermets
ever seen in this market. Romans are
very plentiful at from 1 to 2, valley 2 to
3, daffys 3 to 4. Carnations are plenty
and sell from 75 cents to $1.50 for the
best ordinary and 2 to 4 for the fancies.

The fakirs are generally accused of get-
ting their stock at rock bottom figures,
their stand being the last station next
the dump, but even this record has been
broken, as last Friday some of the frater-
nity tapped "Sam" Pennock's large ice-
box in the middle of the night and made
off with a lot of Beauties, valley and

other stock. They found the street door
no obstacle and when inside there being
nobody on guard except the carnations
they had an easy time of it, as these wor-
thies were all fast asleep. Sammy thinks
he has his eye on the culprits.

Easter stock promises to be very fine.
It would seem as if there will be plenty of
lilies and of excellent quality. Messrs.
Harris, Craig, Becker, Anderson, Griffin
Bros. and Ball all have finestock; some of
it has never been done better. Hydrangeas,
too, seem as if they would be very fine.
Harris, Anderson, Becker and Griffin
Bros, have fine stocks of this plant.
There will also be a great many azaleas.
Harris has the genista market to himself
and grows this plant in "all sizes to per-
fection. All the growers seem to be satis-
fied with the outlook and say they have
booked orders as freely as in other sea-
sons and at about the old prices, except
for lilies, for which no one is asking more
than ten, or at the most 12 cents per
flower, and no charge for the plant. With
everything else propitious it is to be
hoped that "Old Prob" will do his best
and help make Easter of 1894 a record
breaker. K.

Chicago.

Continued warm weather and bright
sunny days have greatly added to the
abundance of stock. With the advent of
fine weather the fakir too, is opening up
in full blown glory. Every available street
corner in the downtown district is
adorned by him. The Greek from the
standpoint of the legitimate dealer is re-
garded as a great nuisance, but to the
grower and commissiorwman he is not an
unmixed evil. A great deal of second
class stock undoubtedly finds an outlet
through his agency.

Stock of all kinds is very plenty. Beau-
ties to be sure are getting shorter and
shorter, but as hybrids are coming in
more freely we do not feel the want of
them so much as formerly. In hybrids
Brunner takes the lead; some very fine
blooms are noted on the Exchange; they
bring all the way from $2 to $4 per doz.

Stielow is cutting some fair Diesbach
and Laings, but the foliage is badly shriv-
eled. "Carboline" is undoubtedly a good
wood preserver but as regards flowers
unless you wish to preserve them in a
dried state, one has to be careful. Mr.
Stielow painted the inside of one of his
hybrid houses with this material just be-
fore starting the plants. The fumes ruined
the foliage entirely although the flowers
were not as much injured as at first
feared. So if you follow Mr. S's advice,
when you use carboline let it dry in
thoroughly before putting the plants in
the house.

Of the smaller varieties of roses the sup-
ply is slightly in excess of demand. As
yet no great glut is apparent but it the
weather should continue fine prices will
probably take a further drop. Nominally
such varieties as Mermets, Brides, La
France and Albany are held at $4, and
Perles, Gontiers and Niphetos at $3, but a
great amount is disposed of for much less.
Good Meteors rule firm at $4 to $6 ac-
cording to quality.

Carnations are plenty, and of fair qual-
ity. Good long stemmed stock is offered at
$1, and fancy at $1.50 to $2. At Corbrey &
McKellar's we note some extra fine Tidal
Wave. These flowers have been disbudded,
cut with stems 12 inches and over in
length, and sell readily at $2. Does it
pay to disbud Pis therefore a question that
carnation growers should study.

Violets have taken a decided tumble.
For the first time this season the supply
is some days in excess of demand. A few
good lots still bring $1, but the bulk goes
at 50 cents to 75 cents. The bulk of the
stock is of rather inferior quality, but J.
Meyer and C. Northrup are still picking
some very fine blooms. A few bunches
of the Lady Campbell variety were seen
on the market. As regards color we
could not detect the slightest difference
between it and the old Neapolitan. Mr.
Tonner, who grows this variety in a small
way, reports that the plants showed little
or no bloom through fall and winter, but
bloomed freely towards spring. Mr. T.
also thinks that this variety is not sub-
ject to disease in the same degree as Marie
Louise. He experimented and tried to in-
fect the plants by dropping some diseased
leaves from the latter sort among the
plants, but no sign of a spot on any leaf
has appeared vet.

Little change is noted in bulbous stock.
Tulips are of better quality. Kaiser
Kroon, Cottage Maid, Crown d'or and
Tournesol are fine, but find a slow sale;
$3 to $4 are the top figures. Valley, hya-
cinths and daffs are quoted the same as
last week. Harrisii has slowed down
again and sells at 4 to 6.

Much speculation is indulged already as
regards Easter stuff, but as the matter is
generally very capricious at this season
of the year, it is rather difficult to figure
out the result. If the weather between
now and Easter should beat all favorable
the cut of lilies will be large, and all other
kinds of flowers promise to be plentiful.

Corbrey & McKellar will leave the Ex-
change shortly and remove to their new
quarters on the second floor of No. 66
Wabash Ave. The increasing business of
this firm made this move necessary. Mr.
Corbrey, the senior partner of the firm,
having severed his connection with the
retail and greenhouse business, will de-
vote his whole time and energy to the
commission trade.

Mr. George Piepgrass, for many years
connected with M. Olsen, now Olsen &
Hughes, will open up a commission busi-
ness on the second floor of the same build-

708

The American Florist.

Mar. S,

ing, Xo. 66 Wabash. George has a large
acquaintance and is a general favorite
with the retail boys, and will undoubtedly
make a go of it.

Mr. ^Ym. Hamilton, of Allegheny City,
Pa., spent a few daysinthecity last week.

O.J.Friedman opened up his branch
store at 105 State street last Monday,
with a fine stock of flowers.

Ottawa, Canada.

It has been generally admittei by peo-
ple who know that there are i lore gar-
deners and florists, horticultui Ists and
arboriculturists to the square r ile in Ot-
tawa, and within the radius ■ if an ex-
tended vicinity of Canada's capital city
than anywhere else on top of :his mun-
dane sphere of ours. To begin t 'ith.as an
instance, there is the vast Go\ "rnmental
Experimental farm of nearly 1 000 acres,
where soils, seeds, manures, propagators,
results and productions, as will as prof-
its, are calculated to a verita ble science,
of everything that is worthy of the name
of flower, fruit, vegetable, griiin or tree.
These are all open to public inspection the
year round, and the system isdoinga vast
amount of good.

Ottawa is purely a society city during
winter, and more especially while the
House of Commons is in session. Then
there is a great demand for flowers and
decorative table plants — flowering and
foliage, vases, baskets and bouquets.
The order of the day among the festivities
incident to the opening of parliament are
Vice Regal receptions in the senate cham-
ber, and at Government House, by Lord
Aberdeen and his estimable lady; at-
homes, balls, private fashion abk recep-
tions in emulation of vice royalty, private
parties, weddings and a hoit of other
things of the kind. These functions and
ceremonies always make a drain upon the
supply of flowers in the city ;ind as a re-
sult outside aid has to be called in, prin-
cipally from Chicago and New York, for
the more expensive cut blooms.

This year parliament oi)ens on March
15th by Lord and Lady Aberdeen in per-
son, and as both arc passionately fond of
flowers, and as it is unusual for parlia-
ment to be opened in person of the lady
of the Governor-General as well as by His
Lordship, a great floral display has been
ordered. Here Chicago again comes in.
Her ladyship's dress is bein^ made in
Paris. The train will f>e 20 yards long
oornc by a score of gilt edge pages. The
loor of the chamber will 'oc stiewed with
t totics and her Ladyship h is ordered
fi jm Chicago an almost unii nited quan-
tity of orchids, and as ondo/itoglossoms
and cyprijKdiums are her favorites, these
arc likely to Ix: scarce in the so-called
Windy City for some months to come.
8be is a dcci) admirer of orchids like her
Qoccn and Joe Chamljcrlnin, M. I'.

Tnc range of houses at Government
House arc a source of pleasure to the vice
regal household and visitors, but iheyare
much too limited, are not supplied ns one
would cx[x:ct and arc said to l>e ill-hcntcd.
They are under the manogcmcnt of the
popular Mr. James Sorley, cx-prcsidcnt of
the ('.ardcners' and I'lorists' association
of <^Htuwa, and it may rest assured what
is undone i* through no fault <>l Mr. Sor-
ley. He is a fine fellow, getting up in
Tears, but an ardent floriculturist. What
DC docs not know is not worth learning
around here, and when Kidcau Hall knows
bim no mrjrc it will l>c hard to fill his
place.

Tbc House of Commons nurseries and
greenhouses, also the bedding plant de-
partment, are under the care of Mr. Na-

thaniel Robertson, and it may go without
saying are in careful hands. He is strong
in decorative plants; has a fine show of
heaths, azaleas, palms, ferns, dractenas,
crotons, etc. .\fier the session is over he
will likely be in the market to buy.

The principal retail florists are Ex- Aid.
Scrim, who has a fine flower store on
Sparks street; and Harry Parks, secretary
of the G. and F. club also on Sparks street.
Scrim has a magnificent range of extens-
ive houses on Bank street whilst Parks
has his houses in the suburb of New Ed-
inburgh. Both are excellent fellows and
doing splendid business summer and win-
ter. They are both looking after con-
signments of seeds just now.

There is a great demand for the auric-
ula in Ottawa district just now. Un-
doubtedly for bedding purposes the cli-
mate may be slightly against its success,
but apparently our amateur and profes-
sional growers are not in love with the
experiment either under glass or other-
wise. The same may be said of pansies
of which there is not one single correct
specimen.

The Ottawa J^ree Press of Friday says
there is likely to be trouble among the
horticulturists of the city over the ap-
pointment of one or twogentlemen tothe
directorate of the Central Canada Fair
Association, the annual meeting of which
was held this week. While the meeting
was in progress the chairman warmly
congratulated the Gardeners' and Flor-
ists' club for the great sympathy ai d in-
terest they had shown in the success of
the annual Fair and thanked them for the
valuable assistance they had rendered in
decorating the horticultural and floral
department of the Fair each year. Then
the election of the officers and directors
took place and one prominent florist of
the city declared afterwards that it was
all hole and corner work and that the
club or a large percentage of it would
withdraw future support.

Mr. James Walkins will read another
essay on Cacti before the Gardeners'
and Florists' association at the next meet-
ing. This will be the fourth paper pre-
vious to pamnhlet form. Mr.

St. Louis.

The weather for the past week has been
exceptionally warm for this season of the
year and has had the effect of opening the
stands in Union Market devoted to the
sale of blooming plants. Its cfTcet on the
shipping trade in plants has not as yet
been noticed; the shipping so far this sea-
son has been a long way Ixrhind that of
last year, the principal cause assigned
being the cold weather which prevailed
until recently and which was felt more or
less severely all through the south and
west tributary to St. Louis. Sliould the
warm spell continue it will effectually
stop the shipping of cut flowers, as it will
l>e impossible to have them .'irrive in good
condition. The market trade docs not
oiK-n as well as could lie wished; only
anout half as much stock can be disposed
of ns was sold during the corresponding
time last year. Cut flower trade still
continues fair, there being several alTaira
during the weelt that pretty well eleane<l
stock up. Culhis and lliirriHii are, how-
ever, at present a drug and hard to dis-
p«»se of.

I'lorists ore all looking forward to Eas-
ter and are out after stock for that occa-
sion. Violets arc in dcmniid, but no
grower likes to accept definite orders for
that time, for if the present weather con-
tinues much longer the spring cro|) will
lie over in short order.

The coma ittee appointed by the Flo-
rists' Club to examine into and report
upon the advisability of continuing the
chrysanthemum show held a meeting
during the week. After viewing the mat-
ter from various points it was decided to
advise the continuing of the show, pro-
vided certain arrangements could be had
from the Exposition Association which
would give the club a greater share in the
receipts, and this arrangement will be
made one can state almost positively.
All interested in growing plants can now^
buckle down to work, as it was also the
unanimous opinion that the prizes will be
increased to such an extent as to be
worth working for.

The last meeting of the Bowling Club
wound up the third series of twelve
games that have been played during the
winter and was one of the best attended
and most enjoyable of all. Mr. Harry
Young managed to retain his lead as
lucky man with 258 pins to his credit,
although at one time the excitement ran
high when Mr. C. A. Kuehn promised to
lead this record by one pin. Mr. Jules
Benecke takes the medal for averages,
having an average of 189% for twelve
games.

Stacius Kehrman, Sr., assignee for the
EUeard Floral Co., has issued checks to
parties whose claims have been allowed
against the firm; the settlement is on the
basis of 23%.

The Rissin Floral Co. had quite a scare
lately owing to a fire occurring in the
premises above their store; there was
very little damage done, however, it being
principally by water. R. F. T.

Baltimore.

The club had a great meeting Monday
night. There has been a committee ap-
pointed for the purpose of providing a
little music or oratory to enliven the
meetings occasionally, and they secured
Mr. Chas. Feast for this time. He gave
a very enjoyable little program of piano
music, beautifully rendered, which won
the hearty applause of all. After the
instrumental there was a call for vocal
music and two members of thecommittee
started out to escort the bashful and
retiring members who were supposed to
have the gift of song to the piano. Hav-
ing exhausted arguments and persuasion
on one of our heavy weights, they, after
a struggle, lifted him bodily from the
floor and conveyed him across the hall.
All in vain. "You may lead a horse to
water, but you can't make him drink."
The next attempt, upon a lighter man,
resulted more satisfactorily as regards
singing, though at as great a cost of mus-
cular exertion. Then the ice was broken,
and Herman ("Frenchy") sungthe "Mar-
seillaise." 11 an tske folio wed witli"\Vnclit
am Rhine; and as a grand liiuile all joined
in "Auld Lang Sync"and "Sweet Hoinc."
The work of the entertainment commit-
tee was voted a great success.

As the next meeting will be election
night, steps were taken to make the at-
tendant jianquet a success, appointing
committees ol invitation, etc. The b.in-
rjiiet will be held in the building where
the club meets, ami a full atteiidiince of
this club is looked for, the committee in
charge having been at gieat pains to
insure a "least of reason and a flow of
soul," as well as the grosser digertibles
usually provided.

Trade is not such a howling success aa
it might lie at this season, but there is
some coiiHolation in thinking it might be
worse, and almost every other trade is at
as low an ebb.

j8g4.

The Ameriqan Florist.

T09

Violets are beginning to be somewhat
of a glut, wholesalers seeking buyers at
thirty cents and at least one retailer sell-
ing to all comers at fifty cents per hun-
dred. Callasare very plentiful at seventy-
'five cents per dozen. Good roses hold
their own as yet, but a little more fine
■weather will bring them down too.

Mr. Jno. Wiedey is not so seriously ill as
^^as first supposed.!!

Mr. Rob't J. Halliday is at Ocean City.

Mack.

New Orleans.— The New Orleans Hor-
ticultural Society will give its seventh an-
nual exhibition March 29 to April 1 at
Washington Artillery Hall. Copies of the
premium list may be had on application
to the secretary, Mr. Paul Abele,Dufossat
and Dryades Sts.

SITUATIONS, WANTS. FOR SALE.

AdvertlBementa under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of 10 cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
■admitted under this bead.

SITUATION WANTED— As all round florist; grow-
ing roses, camallons, general stock, ferns, palms,
■etc.; IK years' experience. R S, care Am. Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-Commercla! or private
place. Good references for character and expe-
rience. American, single, age 31: 8 years* experience.
■Object promotion, near Chicago preferred.

Lock Box 215. Oval City, Stark Co.. Ohio.

SITUATION WANTED— By gardener and florist;
middle aged, married, one child, as foreman on
private or commercial place: life experience In cut
flowers and general stock raising. References. Ad-
dress Box 27."), Hlnsdate. 111.

SITUATION WANTED— By a practical florist and
grower of cut flowers and plants; 12 years' expe-
rience in U. S. and Europe: competent to take full
■charge. Good reference. Nortliern part of llilnois
preferred. State wages. Box 20:i. Fremont. Neb.

SITUATION WANTED— By gardener and florist:
married, no family; English; 17 years experience;
well up in growing roses, carnations, violets, chrys-
anthemums, and general stock ot plants. Private or
commercial; age ^. Good references. Address

J D. 847 West Main St.. Waterbury. Conn.

SITUATION WANTED-By a married man. age 82.
one cliild. In a private or commercial place: 20
years experience as propagator and grower of palms,
ferns and general flonst stock; or would take charge of
genileman's estate. Southern States preferred. Please
state wages. G. Stanley, Windser. Alachua Co., Fla.

WANTED— No. 1 man to grow cut flowers, roses,
carnations. Address J.

care J. C. Vaughan. Chicago.

WANTED— A good rose grower and propagator
with knowledge of mushroom culture. State
wages. Address Canada, care of Am. Florist.

WANTED— A single man for palms and ferns; one
that can be of occasional use In retail store.
Address H. F. Halle, 548 W. Madison St.. Chicago.

WANTED— Greenhouse assistant; young m:in with
some experience and InteillgcniL'. state refer-
■ences and wages with lK)ard per month. AdilresH

Box 358. MUldletuwii. N. V.

WANTED— Young man wlio has had at Iea8t2 vears
experience at greenhouse work. Reference re-
■qulred from last place employed. Address

Station L, Tacony, Phlla.. Pa.

WANTED— Foreman for commercial place; must
be a practical florist, with years of experience
as grower In general Address

lUA G. Marvin. Wllkes-Barre. Pa.

WANTED— A man who Is a good rose grower, for a
commercial place— married man preferred. Send
<opy of reference from last place. Address

P. Connelly, P. O. Box 2;». Madison, N. J.

X\7ANTED - Gardener experienced in growing roses.
»T carnations, and general slock of plants. Two
houses. MviHt be good worker, and sober. Good ref-
erences required. State wages. Address

Box 112-1. Rockland. Maine.

WANTED— A flrst-class working foreman to take
charge of 2U.0UU feet of glass, and grow roses,
■carnations and general stock. Applicants please for-
ward references, and state wages expected.

W. L. MoKUis, Des Moines, Iowa.

WANTED— A PARTNER— To join me growing and
Melllng native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign eUMloiiiers.
Trade already well estabilnlu'd and gnuvlng. A Clirls-
tlnn and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compt^
tent for the buBlness, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a flrst-class open-
ing for the right man.

Wii.FitEi> A. BUOTHERTON, Rochestcr, Mich.

TO LEASE— Hot-house In Brooklyn, l.i minutes from
New York City ferries. 2U.x-2iiu feet. Good light
and beat. Ample grounds. Address

B T F. 31b West 23rd St., New York.

FOR SALE— One Kroeschell hot water boiler 4x12; 4
years In use. Also about 4000 feet 4-lnch pipe.
ART Floral Co.. 3911 Cottage Grove Ave.. Chicago.

FOR SALE— Four greenhouses, well stocked, with
very valuable piece of ground, reason for selling
old age. Address Wm. Springborn. Dubuque, la.

FOR SALE— Seed business; one of the flnest loca-
tions In large city. Stock light. A dead bargain
to cash buver. Address

B, care American Florist. Chicago.

FOR SAI-.E— The flne greenhouse property on Doan
St., GlenviUe. Ohio; 4 miles froiu the center of
the city of Cleveland. O. A great haru'aln to quick
buyer. Davih Minusux.

87 Public Square, Cleveland. O.

FOR SALE— Best apportunlty to make money ever
offered. A flrst-class florist establishment, and
the only one In one of the best college cities, with
overft.oUO wealthy people. Splendid cut flower trade
all the year. Everything new, with blgstockof plants
for spring sale. Write for particulars at once. Don't
miss this chance. G J, care American Florist.

FOR SALE— Four greenhouses, of about 4000 square
ft. of glass, heated by hot water; about 150 sashes,
about 1000 square feet of glass loose In boxes: 800 feet
of 4-Inch pipes, valves, etc. About 25.U00 tuberose
bulbs (Pearl . The greenhouses are filled with all
kinds of the best selling pot plants to bed out in the
spring. Stock In flrst-class order. Winton Place Is a
nice suburban residence of Cincinnati. The business
Is at the Spring Grove Cemetery— It's the largest and
prettiest in the state. I am at the C- H. & D. and near
the C. W. & B. R. R. station: also street car accommo-
dation. No other florist around. Owner of place will
give buyer a lease. Rent reasonable. Reason of sell-
ing Is because 1 wish to build upon my own ground la
fewmlles west of here). Buyer can have possession
of place at once. Will sell reasonable, for cash. Also
large stock of violets. For particulars address

H. Schlachtek. Wincton Place, Ohio.

FOR EXCHANGE.

A modem apartment building in Hyde Park.
Chicago. (4) buildings detached all or part, for a
Greenhouse plant to be taken down and shipped or to
run wherever located. If location suits, or for nursery
stock an equity of JIS.OOU, will assume some or pay
difference In cash.

F. N. PERKINS, Kenton. Ohio.

FOR SALE.

Conservatory 20x30 exhibited by us at the
World's Fair.

JOHN O. MONINGER,

297 Hawthorne Ave., CHICAGO.

SEND

ADVS.

NOW

FOR

OUR

SPECIAL

SPRING

NUMBER

TO BE

ISSUED

MARCH 22.

10.000 ROSES.

PERLES, BRIDES AND MERMETS,

strong, healthy plants from 2-inch pots,
Sa.OO per 100.

H. E. WILSON, Florist,

88 East Main St., ROCHESTER. N. Y.

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TUBEROSES. . .

DOUBLE EXCELSIOR PEARL.

Selected large bulbs. 4 to 6 inches in circumference-

IN ANY QUANTITY.

Orders booked now for present (weather permit-
ting) or future delivery.

Per 1000 $8.: in 5,000 lots, $7.50 per 1000;
in 10,000 lots, $7. per 1000.

PITCHER & MANDA,

United States Nurseries,

. . . SHORT HILLS, N. J.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

TLQ^E BILL NURSERIES,

NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.

Palms,
^ORCHIDS,
Roses,

a^nd Pfe-w F»larxts.

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American Florist,

ORCHIDS SUITABLE ^^E TRADE

The Leadiog kinds for
cut flower purposes.

I. FORSTERMAN,

NEWTOWN, l. I.. N. Y.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the WoHd.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to Interview
buvers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 205 Greenwich St., New York City.

to color.

VERBENAS-MAMMOTH,

Very clean and strong, look like seedlings,
bright colors, transplanted cuttings $1.00
per 100; strong rooted cuttings $6,00 per
1000; ready any time. All come again
that have bought once. Cash or C. CD.
W. B. WOODRUFF. Florist. Westtield, N. J.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

710

The American Florist.

Mar. 8.

Toronto.

An improvement in the plant trade is
reported this week which I suppose may
be accounted for by the mild weather and
thoughts of approaching spring. The
Street peddlers are able to get out again
too with their patent pocket, portable,
two-wheel hothouse, and the unwary
housekeeper appeared to be catching on
to their "all a growin' and a blowin' "
wares to a considerable extent.

Wit h reference to keeping cut carnations,
discussed at Indianapolis, I may mention
that at our last chrysanthemum show we
found that they and in fact all the cut
flowers kept very much better than in
former years by moistening the floor now
and then and by heating the hall only to
the lowest possible degree compatible
with comfort. Most of the carnations
were as good on the fourth day of the
show as on the first.

J. H. Duniop is still a firm believer in the
short-slope-to-the-south system. The
roses in his three houses built last year in
that style certainly look wonderfully well
and thrifty and have a big crop coming
on now, but as a casual observer I cannot
say that I could actuallj' see much if any
difference between them and those in the
old stjle houses. But Mr. D. says the
quality of the blooms is better and that
the plants are more prolific.

Staphylea colchica is beginning to be
talked about I see. It is a very pretty
thing, fine for forcing. I saw it at Tran-
son's nurseries, Orleans, France, 16 years
ago, where they were thenpropagatingit
very largely. E.

NEW PLANTS

OF STERLING MERIT.

ROSE MRS. W. C. WHITNEY.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS:

Yellow Queen, Achilles, Malmaison, May-
flower, Minerva and Titian,

and all other really good things in this line.

JOHN N MAY,

SUMMIT, NTiW JERSEY.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Brides, Cusins,

Bridesmaids, Niphetos,

Meteors, Perles,

Hostes, Beauties,

Mermets, Testouls, La France.

ty*Ac]<1niui for quotiitlonii
villa l.ornilnr KomtIik, M \i>Is(in. n. .1.

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M. A. HUNT, Terre Haul!. Ind.

Send

Advcrliscments .NOW

FOR OUR •

SPECIAL SPRING NUMBER,

TO BE ISSUED MARCH 22.
American Florist Co.

YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice Plants in 2 1=2 in. pots.

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
La France, - 3 50
D'ch of Albany, 3 50
Brides, - - 3 50

Per 100.

Mermets, - $3 50
Perles, - - 3 50
Woottons, - 3 50
Papa Gontiers, 3 50
Meteors, - - 3 50

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated from selected wood.
We raised the above to grow for ourselves, and it will give better satis-
faction than stock which has been raised simply to sell.

CARNATIONS,

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Daybreak per 1000 $15.00

Tidal Wave •• 10.00

Silver Spray •< 10.00

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Avenue, OmO.A.OO.
HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS.

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CUI^XIVAXJON OF THE ROSE,

And Other Flowering Plants for Cut Flowers, sent to anj' address

Mpon receipt of $2.00. IVI. a. hunt, Xerre Hau><;. Ind.

AJ[tji«»t I30 Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

h;.

SPHAGNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
EJ. MA.K'X^F'Ol-ei), 18 Chapman Place, :B0ST0I»I.

200,000 ROSES 200,000

Hybrid Perpetuals, Hybrid
Teas, Teas, Polyanthas,
Climbers, and all grades
at Lowest Prices. . . .

SKNU FOR i;\T\l.Or.VV. ANI) I'KICKS.

CUT SMILAX FOR EASTER.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

100,000 Roses Ready Now

All Hl/f!t 'J. .'iuml I Iticli (MitM. buNl viirU-tluH. Almi
nllkltxlnor IIimIiIIiiu I'hirilH. I'liliiirt. \i:. Will hv
ph'iiiti'd to riM-oIvfii I.|h( of Voiir WttnlH.iind
'jii'Uc l.itwi'Ht KI|;iiri'H.

Wholesale Catalogue Mailed to Florists.

Wr liiivr iiri IriiiiH'iino Htock In iM'nt of (Vinilltloii.
iukI uiiuninttH) fnitlnritullun iinil low prlcen. Ad-
'Iri'im

NANZ & NEUNER,

LOUISVILLE. KY.

•<'0»-t.t,-irBc* Hc:>aiiti tm
VKICV srituMi STUCK, wi-II rii..l.^l. iinil !•»-
|H-rlntlv n<lnf>t4><I for i«.Ui. vi-ry Iwnt vfirli'llfNof forclnu
row-pi. IK ( iiiii Clirlmv. I.n Kmni'i'. FIkIiit lliilitji'n.
VfiM lliHilli'. Miirli' Itnuiiiunn AKri'il ('iilumh. rirli'h
J'-nniri.t inn i;rji<'« liiirllnu. (ili.lri' cli' lilli.ii. Mnuriit
' ''■" " '•"■n .InctiiiiMiihiiil. llnroiiiK' (If ICotliiM'hlM.
M. n. 111.- Ill) \,yim. cU' . IIU iHT IIMI f..r null. iMintiiiilil
IIiiii.MjiKi'X'l I'MiliiiMnu I. TIMM A' CO ,
Klmwliurii, lliilNt«'lii, (MTiiiiiiiy.

T"^ GREAT ANTIPEST.

l-or purl IriilurM, nv^ti im-iI M<-<>k.

R. W. CARMAN, Genl Aqt.,

tn AniilT niriMii. 1- l.l.MIIINd. (Ji'oaai Co., H. Y.

Wild Smilax,
Pines and
Palmettos

FOR DECORATIONS

AT LOW FKUIItKS.

Low freight rates by steamer to New York,
Boston, Philadelphia and Baltimore.

A. C. OELSCHIG,

SAVANNAH, OA.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

711

dNAS

W0RLD5FAIR. 5eND FOR -. OUR CATALOGUE GIV/lNOf FULL
LIST or UARILTIES ^^||^WEf Of fLR

Ouii Great Specialty- The new

LAfeGE f LOWERING CAN N AS ARL THE:
BEDDING PLANT5 OF THE TUTURf .We
HAVE ALL THE BE5T 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BEST ThE PICTURE 5H0W5A
ViERY > SMALL PART Of OUR GREAT
display!^ OE OVER 4,000 PLANT5 AT THE

MR. GONZALEZ IN JAPAN.

Mr. Gonzalez of the firm of F. Gonzalez & Co., of San Francisco, for the past two months has been traveling and col-
lecting the finest and rarest stock of Japanese Plants, bulbs, etc., etc., that can be had in Japan.

He will return with stock on or about February tbe 27lh, when he wili be prepared to supply all orders. His twenty years
experience in the importing business insures to all that his selections are carefully and well made. He understands the natural habit and
growth of every plant of note or worth of Japan, as well as the pleasures and whims of American fanciers.

The fair dealing, the superior stock, the careful attention giving to packing and shipments by Mr. Gonzalez's firm
secures for him the enjoyment of a steady and ever increasing trade.

Persons contemplating handling A No. 1 stock will do well to communicate early witn

F. GONZALEZ & CO., Wayne and Crescent Ave., San Francisco, Cal.

COLEUS. COLEUS. COLEUS.

And we iire plvlnir them iiwiiv. (liflilenBedcler. Golden

Queen and (^rirason VerscliafTeltll. at $11 per lUOU.

other varieties, our selection, at $5 per IIKXI.

AC. ER ATl'M. hluc and white $ .75 per lUO

FUCHSIAS, the leading sorts I.IXJ

The same from Hats i.25 "

PETUNIAS 1.50

nELlOTHlU'E. 4 varieties 1.00

SALVIA Sl'LENIIBNS l.UO

Cash must always accompany the order.

J. E. FELTHOUSEN,

370 Van Vranken Ave.. SCHENECTADY. N. Y

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Maramotlin, l"4-!ncli pots Si. DO 325.00

routed cuttings. 1.25 10.00

General collection, named. '" ■■ 1.00 8.00

2H-lnchpot8... 'l.m 20.00

Send for price list of Carnations, ChryBanthemumB

and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

4,000,000 EVERGREEN GUT FERNS

ESPECIALLY FOR FLORIST'S USE.

$1.25 PER THOUSAND FERNS.

IN LOTS OF 5000 AND'UPWARDS, $1.00 PER 1000. Ferns fnr-
nished the year round. Special attention given to supplying

the Wholesale Trade. I^. :]B. :^I«A.GrUB, Hlr^sdale. IVI^SS.

100.000 VERBENAS. ™^rc^t^JA™^"^

Fine pot plants. $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We lire the largest grrowers of Verl>ena8 in tlie country. Our sates reselling: last year
315,500. Our plants tills year fully equal, if not surpass, any we iiave ever grrown.

J. 1^, lilll^llyOPf, :Bloon«.st»t;*re:» I^et.

CCCnC Harest newest, cheapest Cnmatlons. Pico-
OLLUO tees from 10(1 best n.imed kinds 50c: 400
sorts Jl: 1000 sorts $;i. all pot Krown. Greatest variety
in Europe. Be astonished: get list, will pay you. No
such value.

A. BROUNT, Crowboro, Sussex, England.

EXTRA GHOIGE. FLOWER SEEDS.

List free on application.

FRED. ROEMER, SEED GROWER,

yUEULISBUKG, GKKMANY.

712

The American Florist.

Mar. 8,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Sl.40; Column, $14.00.

Cash with Order.

Xo Special Position Gaaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

36 times. 2o per cent; 53 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

Tbe AdvertlslDE Department of the American
FLORIST 19 for Florists, Seedsmen, and dealers in
■wares pertalnlnK to those lines ONLY. Please to
remember It.

Orders lor less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion In the Issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

W. K. — The orchid flower you send is a
phajus of the grandifolius type.

Prepare your advs. now for our an-
nual spring number to be issued March
22. It will be a beauty and will go to
every florist in America.

All About Sweet Peas, written by
Rev. W. T. Hutcdins and published by W.
Atlee Burpee & Co., has been revised and
enlarged this year. The cultural matter
is of much value, and this little book will
be found of interest to all growers of this
popular flower.

The Society of Indiana Florists has
issued an advance premium list for its
eighth annual chrysanthemum show, to
be held at Indianapolis November 6 to
10. Copies of the list may be had on ap-
plication to Wm. G. Berterman, Sec'y, 37
Mass. avenue, Indianapolis, Ind.

The Idlewild Greenhouse Co., Ashevillc,
N. C, send us a fine bunch of the double
white violet. The blooms were of large
size and perfect in form. They were as
good specimens as we have seen. But we
confess we are not partial to white vio-
lets. A violet that is not blue has lost one
of its principal charms for us.

The Beautifi'l Flower Garden, by
Mr. F. Schuyler Mathews, is one of the
most recent horticultural books published
by W. Atlee Burpee & Co. Mr. Mathews
is well known to readers of the Florist
by occasional articles on color harmony
and taste in decoration. In the little voi-
time now under notice he discusses color
effects in the garden, and also has some-
thing to say about garden outline, the
■wbole being embellished by numerous il-
lustrations. Cultural directions arc added
by Mr. A. H. Fcwkcs, making the book a
handy volume ft>r garden amateurs.

When se.sdlno us newspapers contain-
ing items you wish ub to note please do
not fail to diHtinctly mark the item so it
can be easily found, as we can not spare
the time to hunt through, the mass of
pafKTS sent UB for unm.'irked ilcms.

W. ELLISON.

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

tA02 PINE STREET,
— — *f*»t. I^OUlM, JMTo.

(Stirrr.nor to KI.LISON * Kl Kll.>'>,

^:*« WHOLESALE H-*^::*:-

Mt:. l^ovalM, A<fo.

A eomplata Una of WIr* Dtialctu.

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.,

Telephone Main 223. (Cut Flower Exchange.) CHIO-A-GcO^

Wholesale Cut Flowers.

We have superior facilities for furnishing fresh cut stock,
this as all florists know, is of the utmost importance.

Our Roses are unsurpassed, and our prices as low as good
stock can be sold. We endeavor at all times to please our cus-
tomers, and any orders placed in our care will have prompt and
careful attention.

OUR MAIN SPECIALTY IS

American Beauties, of which we have the finest

stock in the market.

NOTICE TO GUT FLOWER BUYERS.

Our aim is to till our orders complete at all times, particularly when stock
is scarce rather than when there is a glut, as anyone can till orders when stock
is plentiful Favor us with your trade and we will hustle at all times to fill
your orders complete, and with the very best stock the market affords. We
always give our buyers the benefit of the market when glutted, in making low-
est possible prices, and nothing but selected stock.

All orders by Telegraph. Telephone or Mail given prompt attention,
properly filled, and shipped on time.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Phone 4508.

-iS X^c&ke St., OHIOiVOO.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KAWUS.

CUT STRINGS s to 12 feet long. 50 cts.

Shipped in larjje or Hiiiall quantities to any part of tli« country. Orders by luali, tele-
erraph or telephont*.

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SIT<;CKSSC>IC TO

PEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

^sWHOLESALE.^=-
67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New EnqKind AqenI lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

495 Washington St . BUFFALO. N. Y.

"-'lirriMSt. <Mtl>KI(H (AUKIIII.H Al IKNJlKh Hi,

OTIIKIC Hl'i:<i Xl.TIKS:

l-lorlMln* HiipplU'H, Wlr*^ I>cHlKnii, ItulhM,
I.oiiK'n KlorlNtN rii4it(i(C''apliHini't<)iiru«' tt'l.i

Cntai'-i/iji-H. l.lHtii. 'I i-rniM. t-t< , on ii|>|>ll<:jillori.

WELCH BROS..
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NoirTrcmont 81., BOSTON, MASS.

Wholesale.

FlorlstvS

^

N. E. CORNER

\^\*^ 13th & Chestnut St8.

PHILADELPHIA.

Montlun Amorlcnn Kln^l^«l.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16lh STREET,

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets.

Muriltr)n Aniorlcnn KlorlHt.

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The American Florist.

713

E. H. HUNT,

WH0LE5?1LBPL0RI5T

79 Lako Streei. CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND AI.I.

FIiOBISTS' SUFFLIES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

FLINT KENNICOTT, FRED. W. H. SUNDMACHER,

President. Sec'y and Treas.

KenniGOtt Bros. Co.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLOKISTS' SUPPLIES.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

General Agents for Chicago and the Northwest of
Kelsey's Beautiful New Southern Galax Leaves,
f2.0O per 1000; 25 cents per 100.

A. L. RANDALL,

WHoiesaiB Florist,

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

EEINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

S; WABASH AVENUE.

Telephone 4937. OEXIO.A.G-O.

MONS. OLSEN.

HORACE R. H0GHES.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 47SJJ. Consignments Solicited.

JOHN YOUNG,

wilioi6§ai6 Florist.,

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

\P^ Send for quotations on Clioice Stork.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICULTURAL AUCTIONEERS.

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS'
VASES.

Let us book your order now for a copy
of our new trade directory and reference
book to be issued ibis tnonth. Price $2.

©yv'RoPeAafe MarftetA.

Cut Flowers.

NEW YORK. Mar. 6.

Roses, Perle. Cusln. Wattevllle 2 .000 4.0O

Meteor. Mermet, Bride 3.00® 6.00

La France, Bridesmaid 3.00® B.OO

■• Beauty..... 6.00®60.00

•• Hybrids 10.00®35.00

•• Jacq 3.00O10.00

Carnations ..'liSAm

Mignonette '■^fi'S. "IS

Violets *'@ .'"*

Hyacinths'.' Valley JiSf llil

DalTodlls.Tulips 2.00® 3.0O

Harrlsll 3.0O@ b 00

SmiSx ..'.'. 6.00OI2.00

Adlantum ^-^^

Lilacs, per bunch 50@S1.00

BOSTON, Mar. 0.

Roses, Nlphetos S.JJJ

•■ Gontler = ™,^ J'ffi

" Perle, Sunset ^SSf'.^SS

" Bride.Mermet S'ffif ;?J!

American Beauty S-SS®*,™,

Carnations 2.00® o.OO

fancy 3.0O® 4.00

Lily of the valley. .;■•-.■ ViS^ ? SS

Roman Hyacinths. Freesla JSs9 iSi

Trumpet narcissus. DaftodllB ^.00® 4.00

(■alias. Harrlsll SS^'§-ffi

2.00® 8.00
65® 1.00
1.00
2.00® 4.00
1.00
12.60
60.00

Mignonette

Violets

Pansles, Myosotls.

Tulips

Adlantum

Smilax

Asparagus

PHILADELPHIA. Mar. 6.

Roses, Perle, Gontler. Nlphetos. . 2.00® 3.00

" Cusln. Wattevllle, Hoste 3.00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. La France B.OO® b. 00

•• Kalserln, Bridesmaid. Testout ,';-ffi®J*

•• Belle. Beauty i^S^m

" Lalnes 2n.00@26.00

•■ Bmnner.. 30.00®40 00

Jacqs 1".°0

Carnations. H. Keller .......... •,• ., m^ J-XX

Ophelia. Sweetbrler, Daybreak 3.00® 3,00

Edna Craig 'f SSt ?-ffi

goodassorted 1 K,,VSS

good per luOO ?,??,^'^m

Yalley 2 CO® 3.00

Romans,' Pa'per'whlte ^K I.IS

Daffodils ,iK,l'?i

Smilax 'JS^'?-",?

Adlantum LW® ■?»

Violets 60® 1.00

M r'nonette'' 1.50®2.00

AsMiraEus m.vmib.W

fiTrrwi iiiiek'...''.......:::;:;. ^I'Smlw

t^^a::::::::::....:::::.:::::.^.:.v::::v.-::. i.w@ i.m

Tulips ®40'()0

orehX'.;"::;.::::.;:::::::"::v::""':::::w.i»®4o:4o

CHICAGO. Mar. 7.

Roses. Perle, Nlphetos. Gontler 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France... f ,?^ ,*-,'S

Wootton, Meteor, Bridesmaid A'il^Ji'^,

Beauty 10 00@3.5.00

Mixed
" Jacqs.

3.00

Hvb?id8;::::;;;:::'::":""";.v:::"i6.oo@35:oo

Carnations, long ,'tS§i!!l

fancy 1. 60® 2.00

Valley, Romans, narcissus '^•JJJS ?SI!i

Tulips, Daffodils fW® 4,00

Dutch hyacinths 5.00® 8 00

Violets .^U@1,00

Callas, Harrlsll f ?!i?' Sffi

Mignonette r'Si? ?«,

Bmllax ^•''''®i,-ffi

Asparagus ,c m/aS^ m

Orchids 15.00@o0.00

Cincinnati. Mar. 3.

Roses, Beauty '? K'MS

Mermet. Bride **® '' ffi

Testout «.0«

Perle 3.00® 4 (10

Carnations, .■.".'.'.'.■.'.'.''.'.■,"." 1.00® 3.00

Tulips S.00®4.<)

NarclBSua o luva v' Ii

DallodilB 2.00® .f. 00

Valley J™

Romans f "^

Violets 75® l.OO

Callas, Harrlsll „.„ , ^

I'ansles '^® l."0

imilai .......... 10.00®15,0(l

Adlantum ■ 00

ST. Loms. Mar. 3.

Roses, Perles, Nlphetos, Wootton 3 00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. Bridesmaia, Meteors 4.00® (i.OO

Wattevllle. Hoste. Cusln 3.00® 6,00

La France, Albany 3.00® 4,00

Beauty 5 00®36.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 2.00

fancy 1.50® 2.60

fancy.

short

Valley

Romans, Narcissus. .

Tulips

Daffodils.,

l.UO

3 00® 4,(0

, 2.110® 3.00

2.IH® 3.00

. 1,110® 4.00

Violets...'.'....'.'. 26® 1,60

Harrlsll. Callas 3.1HI® 8.00

Mignonette 1.60® 2.00

Smilax 16.00

Adlantum 1.26

Galax leaves 2.00

Buffalo. Mar. 3.

Roses, Beauties lOOHai.s.OO

Mermet. Bride, Bridesmaid .i.OO® 7.00

Meteor .>..i'0<.olO,00

Gontler. Perle. Nlphetos, Hoste 4 .00® O.OO

Cusln. Wattevllle 6.0O

Carnations, long 1.60® 2.00

Daybreak @ 2.00

" short .T5

Valley 3.0O® 4 00

Violets 1.00® 1.2S

Mignonette l.OO

Pansles l.OO

BURNS & RftYNOR,

49 West 28th Street,

NEW YORK,

Wholesale Dealers in
and SMppers of

Choice Flowers

OUR SPECIALTIES:

AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
METEORS.

BRIDESMAIDS.

CUT FLOWERS.

ROSES, standard varieties

and novelties.
Carnations, all the new

sorts in finest quality.

VIOLETS, MIGNONETTE AND VALLEY.

rlKST QUALITY STOCK.
WHOLESALE ONLY.

THOS YOUNG. Jr..

20 WEST 24th ST . NEW YORK.

WALTER F. StiERIDflN,

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

CuT± Flowers,

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WHOLESALE FLORIST,

117 W- 30th ST., NEW YORK.

(he Oldeit Ettablished Commission House in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE CAREFUL PACKING.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th Street.

NEW YORK: CITY.

EetabUehed 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST 2BTH STREET.

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange. 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. lioran,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESfiLE FLORIST.

Careful "'-Ipplne to aU parts of the coantry
iTice list on application.

714

The American Florist.

Mar. 8,

^fie gceS ifrac|e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrRPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Don. secretajT and treasurer. 114 Cnambera street.
New York. Next annua] meeting second Tuesday In
June, at Toronto. Ont.

Philadelphia Notes.

To The .\.merican Florist: — The en-
closed ad. is good enough to insert in
year comic column. The single seed for
a dollar and the whole cargo will espe-
cially iinpress those who are in the trade
in a small way:

f\ GREAT SE.ib SflGRIFIGE.

A 910,iiU0 I.08S turned to Vour <iain.

pHOICEST FLOWER SEEDS come from France
^ and Germany; some rare varieties often
bringing a dittar for a single seed. A large im-

rorting bouse had an immense shipment of the
nest grown seeds ever brought to America, and
in unloading at the pier an awful accident oc-
curred Now, as each kind must be put up in
small, separate papers, this would have been a
complete loss, but, hearing ol it, and knowing its
value, we bought the ichole cargo of exquisite fiow-
ering seeds, getting in the whole assortment some
of the highest cost kinds ever grown. We have
thoroughly mixed them, all kinds, and put them
up in elegant packets, containing over 200 varie-
ties, to give away as premiums to . All

you have to do is to sow them in a box. a'-d when
they get large enough t'> transplant you can set
them out, and have a most elegant flower garden.
Special, f/az-ing /ound a fox o/h^tcsl-Craze-
in-Chrysanthemum seed in the lot alt safe, we are
going to enclose one tackage of this popular seed
also.

OUR OFFER is this- To everyone sending us

12 cents for a three months* subscription to

me will send perfectly free postpaid these packeU of
seeds and our elegant book or manual, as a guide
to the culture of all flowers and plants Its many
pares are loaded drain with practical hints and
helps to everyboay, on all sorts of plant life, and de-
scribes how to arrange fancy window and garden
decoration. We give all of these free if only i2cents
IS sent to pay postage and expenses. 6 subscriptions
andClots for 6o cents. Address,

, SeedDept., , Maine.

You kindly ask me for some seed notes,
but I regret to say that it is difficult to
obtain anything authentic from that
source. Up to date the reports are as
follows, which is I think a very accurate
statement:

For many seedsmen the month of Janu-
ary was the best for >ears. In some in-
stances the amount of trade was 25% in
excess of any previous year. During Feb-
ruary, however, trade fell off so rapidly
that now, March 1, most of the seed
bouses are way behind, notwithstanding
the fiict th;it one firm especially has done
$10,00fJ to $1.5,000 more advertising
than usual. The fnlling riff has occurred
principally in plants and also in flower
seeds. Prom the great number of in-
qtjirics. however, it is hofxrd that business
will improve early in March and in April.
So far the plantsmcn have sufTcred terri-
bly. It is reported that one of the prom-
inent firmi. if not the most prominent
one, is not clumg one-third the businers
expected, notwithatanding nn enormous
outlay in cntnlogues and advertising.
Those who have done the least advertis-
ing arc coming out t)cst, ns big ndvs. in
$3 and $■!• (>er line p.-i|)crs arc not pulling
at all. It has always secmrd to the
writer that the seedsmen were dividing a
large share of their profits nmong the
high priced magnKincs. To anyone who
takes the trouble tri compute the cost of
advs. in s»)nir nf thrw it seems impossible
that the amounts R|>rnt in a HJngle issiie
bv some seedsmen will ever come back to
them. One shrewd seedsman stated the
other day that a $000 adv. returned him
just $200, and he is a good .-idvrrtiser
too. I think that some folks will come
to the conclusion that full page ndvs. do
not pay. Alter rcfxrated conversations

with several prominent men in the trade
we have found that the hoii:icultural
magazines pay them best. This is notice-
ably the case with small dealers.

A. Blanc.

Mr. J. A. Fraser, formerly with Currie
Bros., Milwaukee, Wis., is now traveling
for H. G. Faust & Co., Phila., Pa.

Ijr IS BELIEVED that more than fifty
tons of sweet peas, covering over five
hundred acres of ground, will be produced
in California this season.

The Western Seed & Irrigation Co., at
Waterloo, Neb., are out with a seed grow-
ing circular to the wholesale trade. F.
W. Barteldes is president and treasurer,
Frank T. Emerson, secretary and general
manager.

March 22 we shall issue our annual
special spring number. No increase in
adv. rates. Send copy early for your
spring announcement.

Suiiinier Deliveru

(JULY AND AUGUST.)

PALM SEEDS (from California and

Australia).
TREE FERN STEMS.

FREKSIAS. We will have a million of FilEESIAS
rixnnlnR from 7-1(3 to ^i of nn Inch.

CALLAS. Dry roots In all sizes.
LIL. LONGIFLORUM.
CALIFORNIA SMALL BULHS.

Brodlasas. Calochortus, FrltlllarlaB.

Advance Price List ready. Send for It. We want
your orders now. Address

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

GEO. W. WEST,

GROWER AND EXPORTER OF

BERMUDA BULBS,

Lllium Harrlsii. Lilium Longiflorum,

Freesia Refr. Alba, Calla Lily,
Amaryllis Johnsonii, French Cannas, vj;"!;.
Amaryllis Regina, White Rom. Hyacinths
CTCAS FAI.M I.EAV£S
A Specialty.
SHELLY BAY, - - BERMUDA.

Z. De Forest Ely & Co.

WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN,

Growers ^^« Importers of Bulbs.

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

1024 Market SIreel, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

I*rl<-i> IlKtM tn (IfiihTN rin ii|i|>IU-fitlon.

TRv DKHER'S

GflRDtN SE.E.DS,

Planti. Bulbs & Requliitei.

Th*-y rue Ihc bett ftl the
lowt^tt pricRi. Trade List 1ft-
hiird (|ntiitrrly, tnuilcd free
tt) the trmic only.

IIKNKV A. nitKKR.
l'hllHilf<l|ililH. Ph.

I

PLANTS! BULBS!!

K^.r\rlilnr api.. rt Jilnlm r-, t|,.- Fnrm
ftitd iiUTi\vt\ <.r 11..- Ih I uh'l rhulLibl.

(iiiutii/. Pit HF.s uh;iit.

Ca(nl>>t;ii«> <Hi niipllrfillon.

WEEBER &. DON.

114 CM«Mntn<» St.. Niw York City. I

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

F. O. B. NEW YORK.

We offer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at $9.00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to being unsold.

oWcbl rbAo, California grown.

We are headquarters for Cslifornia
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED & PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)
427-9 Sansome St., Sa,n FroLUCiSCO, CSil.

HuiseDoscn Brothers,

OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

Per lUO Per 1000

LILIUM SPECIOSUM ALBUM . . 8 6 00
ROSEUM . 5.00
RUBRUM . 5.00

SINGLE BEGONIAS, fine buUis,
new crop, finest strain, in 4 sepa-
rate colors ... 4.00 35.00

CONVALARIA MAJALIS, German
pips. 1.00 8.00

TUBEROSES, Pearl and Tall. Al
(big) bulbs ... .90 7.60

LOW BUDDED ROSES, in sorts,

Dutch Stock 9.00

English Stock 1100

All other plants or shrubs can be ordered for

March, '94 delivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN &, SONS,

Houtvaart-Overveen near Haarlem. Holland.
Growers of Hvacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. Catalogue free on application.
Special prices given for large quantities.

GLADIOLUS BULBS

StcdliiiKS of iSilli, from choicest iiaiued varieties,
Lcnioiiic's and (laiulavensis. 1 to l>^-inch, war-
rantfil to bloom this season, $9. 00 per 1000.

Nnmed vars and SeedliiiRS mixed. lV2to2j4-iu,
810.00 per 1000. At least one-third of theabove are
whites and light. No cheap Brenchleyensis and
cuninion reds.

WM. FERGUSON, Groveland, Mass.
.^f^!^^^.^ • • •

New CatnloRiic (No. -1)
ctmtniiiiiij.: over 1.000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist'suse,
.T^^BT^^W sneh a.H envelopes, letter
■-' ^K»-i^^ heads, bill -heads, cards,
advers.. floral desi(rnft. etc.,
^^^ at from itOc. and upwards.

^ry J^^^S Price of Catalogue '2/i cl8.

%fgU^^ (d<'<lnctr<l from «l order).

A. BLANC,

ffU Engraver for Florists,

'*^^jM W PHILADELPHIA. PA.

• • •

BULBS ,#^^>.

Sc'ncI Li»l nl What Ynu Niii'd.

WE CAN
SAVE YOU ^ ^^

MONEY.
A. BLANC & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

715

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings of the following varieties

now ready. Entirely free from rust. I

have never had rust on the place.

Per 100

PORTIA SI 00

LIZZIE MCGOWAN 1 00

PURITAN 1 25

NELLIE LEWIS 1 50

FRED. DORNER 1 50

GRACE WILDER 1 00

AURORA . 1 50

100,000 Rooted Cuttings Carnations ready. If
wanted by mail, add 10c. per 100 for postage.

A large stock of strong rooted cuttings ready.
Price 50 cts. per 100; many nice varieties. Golden
Bedder if ordered alone 65 cts. per 100. If Coleus
are wanted by mail, add 10c. per 100 for postage.
50,000 ready.

ALTERNANTHERA Aurea nana, 50 cts. per 100.
P. Major, 50 cts. per 100.

IT. S. GKIFFITH, Independence, Mo.

Independence Is well located for shipping, being 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

New, Rare and Beautiful Plants.

A large collection of choice Hothouse and Greenhouse
Plants, carefully grown, at low rates.

RARE AND BEAUTIFUL EVERGREENS,
ORNAMENTAL. TREES, SHRUBS, &c.

ORCHIDS.— A very extensive stock: East Indian,

Northern. Central and South American, etc.
P.<EONIES.— A collection of the finest In cultivation.

Hardy Perennials, Phloxes. Japanese Iris, Roses.
Clematis, etc. New and Standard Fruits, etc.

|J^~Catalogues on application.

JOHN SAUL, Washington, D. C.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address (jEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

200,000 Fausies.

The Jennings strain of large flowering and fancy
Dansles may still be had in any quantity wanted.
J'lants are field grown, and are fine and stocky. Finest
mixed, by Exprees, J.=).UO per KWU; TjUDU $20.0U; lO.QUO
Ji}5 00. Small plants by mall. (loc. per 100.

Seed, pure white, yellow or mixed, $1.00 per trade
pkt. of 2.500 seeds. The leading strain. The largest
sales. Always satlsfactorj'-

ADDRESS

E. B. JENNINGS,

Wholesale Paxsy Grower,

Lock Box 254.

SOUTHPORT. CONN.

Fancy Caladiums cheap.

Bulbs f (in 2!.^lnch pots, for m.illlnE. M OO per 100;

Sio.OO per 1000. The same named, fS.OO per 100;

W2 60 per 1(100.
Cape Jessamine, from 4-inch pots. nice. .?lt,00 per 100.
Large Phrynlums. very cheap il, S. 10 Inches.
Cyperus. from \-\n. pots, i;c Curcullgo, 4-ln. pots. 10c.
Antherliiim vlttiitum var. 4-lnch pots, 8c.
Vlnea var. Ji-o-ljich pots. ¥2.0U per lUO.

Also lull- .s.|)iji\si> power steam boiler, nearly new,
very cliuap. Same Is well Itept. Address

F, J. ULBRICHT, lloris'. P. O. box(jr>5, Anniston. Ala.

HERRMANN'S SEED STOKE \

413 Kiist .'S4th Street. ,

Near Long Island Ferry, NKW YORK. <

Tlie UrsI for Cut Flowers.
PIISK WHITE PER OZ. $1.50.

puiCK LIST ki;ki: on Ari'i.irATKix.

RED SPIDER.

I used to be afraid of Red Spider, but am not

now. Have not seen any iu my buildings this

winter. A sure and cheap remedy sent on

receipt of One Dollar.

A. B. CAMPBELL, norist. Cochranville. Chester Co., Pa.

Il* THIS iMeoKT ieA.Pf k: !

NEW WHITE CHRYSANTHEMUM

"MUTUAL FRIEND"

It is sure to be a prize winner and a leading variety for '94.
FIRST PRIZE and CERTIFICATE of MERIT MASS. HORT. SOCIETY, '93.

Orders booked now for March delivery, 50c. eacli; $4.00 per dozen. At these prices
all should try it. We know it will please. Send for descriptive circular.

MANN BROS., Randolph. Mass.

New Ghrvsanthemum, MRS. J. GEO. ILS,

Flowers sent from San Francisco to the Chicago Show awarded a MEDAL.

A grand white, of remarkable substance, size and depth of flower. See Illustration in American Flo-
rist of November 16th. The very vigorous habit, and our large stock of this novelty, enables
us to assure the trade of good plants, and to guarantee safe arrival. To be sent out the
1st of March, 1891, at the following prices to the trade :

75 cents each; $7.50 per 12 plants; $14 per 25 plants; $25 per 50 plants; $40 per 100.

OKDEKS BOOKED NOW HY

JOHN H. SIEVERS, 25 Post St., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Per too Per 1000
$1.00 $9.00

CARNATIONS. PerlOOPenOOO
Rooted Cuttings, standard vars. . . $1.00 89.00
Newer kinds and novelties 83.00 to $12.00

CHRYSANTHS.

standard varieties 81.00

Newer kinds and novelties, $2.00 to $5.00
AGERATUM and ALTERNANTHERA. . .60c. $4.00

COLEUS and VERBENAS 75c. $6.00

For other stock see list.

JOHN J. CONNELLY,

BRYN MAWR. PA.

CARNATIONS.^^

ROOTED CUTTING.

DAYBREAK, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1,000.

SILVER SPRAY. McGowan.

GARFIELD. $150 per 100; $9.00 per 1,000.

TIDAL WAVE. 81. 7o per 100; 812.00 per 1,000.

PORTIA, HE^,TOR.

LADY EMMA, 81.25 per 100; 88.00 per 1,000.

LAKE GENEVA FLORAL CO., Lake Geneva, Wis.

HEADQUARTERS^V

. . FOR . .

Bread and Butter Carnation Cuttings

PURITAN. ~

LIZZIE McGOWAN.
PORTIA,
GRACE WILDER.

All other Good Kinds. Write for Prices.

S. J. REUTER, WESTERLY, R. I.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Glirysantliemums !

Write for list and prices. Prices
to suit the times.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishklll, N. Y.

READY FOR BUSINESS

Make knomi your wants and we
will he pleased to quote prices.

CATALOGUES NOW READY. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE, N, J.

SPLENDID STOCK IN POTS

AlterDanthera paronychioldes. aurea nana, roseanana.
versicolor. $2 per luu. Coleus, assorted. 12 varieties. ¥2
per lUt). Be^'onlu. assdrted. $4 per lUO. Hellutrope. S
varieties, yj per InO. (;er:inlum. 20 bct>t bedders, f3 per
UXJ- Ivv Geranium. 4 varieties. Including Crozy. 54 per
100. rrlmula. s!^-lncli pots. In bloom or bud, ?7 per lUO.
Salvia, best dwarf red. Si per lUU. Carnation, rooted
cuttlnjis. Jl per UiO— l*nrila, Lizzie McGowau. Puritan,
Fred, Domer, Grace Wilder, Aurora.

A. BARBE, Kansas City, Mo.

A FINE STOCK OF

QUEEN

NIVEUS.

$10.00 PER 100.

J. A. PETERSON,

41 West 4th Street, CINCINNATI, 0.

GHRYSftNTHEMUMS

CARNATIONS.

Send for trade list.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

167 W. Jlaumee St., ADKIAN, MICH.

ONE HUNDRED AND ONE FINE

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

F'OI* ^s.oo.

All fine commercial varieties Including one of the new
early pink Mra. K. G. Hill. Other stock In propor-
tion. Write for what you want.
■W. C3. CSOOIt cfc CO.,
70tli St. & Maaisoii Ave., CHICAGO.

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

SPKCI.VrTIKS: Includlne The Oueen. Nlveus.
Mrs. F. L. Ames. Golden Wedding. Judge Holtt, and
Good Gracious. Twelve plants for $1 ,UU.

NUVEI-TIKS; Including The World, White
Eagle. Monarch of Ostrich Plumes. Silver Waves,
and I'ascha. Fourteen plants for Jl CO.

iJKNKKAl, LlJsT: Including many new varie-
ties. Sl.tteen plants for Jl.lKI.

Now ready fur delivery. Send for catalogue.

M. B. LITTLE, GLENS FALLS, N. Y.

Hard Time Prices.

STOCK PLANTS.

GEO. W. CHILDS, WABAN, MRS. L. C.
MADEIRA, VIVIAND-MOREL, V. H, HAL-
LOCK, JESSICA, J. C. VAUGHAN, AMI
HOSTE, DIANA, at f 1.00 per dozen.

Casli with Order.

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO., Springfield, III.

Mention the American Fiorist when
writing to adverti<;ers on this page.

716

The American Florist.

Mar. 8.

Odontoglossum Krameri Albidum.

A very charming form of Odontoglos-
sum Krameri, with pure white sepals and
petals, having the base of the labellumof
a bright yellow, and the blade of the lip
of a delicate pink, is now in flower with
Walter Cobb, Esq., Dulcote, Tunbridge
Wells; its beautiful flowers last a long
time. But few plants of this white form
are known. There is one in the Tring
Park collection and Sir Trevor Lawrence
has another and that probably enumer-
ates the number in cultivation. " Viator"
in Gardeners' Chronicle.

[Odontoglossum Krameri alba is
known in this country and is to be found
in certain of our large collections. It is
white with yellow crest but the pink lip
above mentioned is absent. After all, the
white form is hardly equal to the type in
beauty, and compared with Alexandra
and Pescatorei, Krameri, Oerstedii and
the like must take a back seat. But Kra-
meri and its varieties are liable to be al-
ways scarce owing to the great difficulty
in handling them.]

Our annual spring number, to be issued
March 22. will be beautifully illustrated
and will be equal to those of the past.
Advertisers know what this means. No
increase in rates. Send copy for your
adv. early so we may have time to get it
up in our best style.

Our stock is large and handsome, consisting ot

70 to 75 varieties, including the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection ». at S/1.50 per 1000 by express; in 20
varieties, at 81.00 per 100 by mail.

MEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at 82.00
per 100 by mail.

Golden Verschafleltii and Mrs. L D. Haight (yellow),
at 88.00 a 1000. «-> zvilt incluiU at least 50 cut-
tings of the nrsu kinds in every 1000 purchased.

CARIVATIONS.

A Urge Blrxk of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cutlingi, >.'>.00 per 100; $10 00 per 1000.

Prices of other kindn on application.
5cnd for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in

all

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDALE, FA.

The Best Carnation in the Market.

THE MLfllDE KRE8KEN

•Tvr .
MIR

A

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S'

i to t«< till- iinrtiliHt rtirnntloM

. ■ -' ■ , .■■■.^t-r. fri-*! from niRt.ln'i ft. hluh,
• •• ' , -1 . 1 ^t nfifl thf* flnwcr ('if 11 rHfniltUll)
(ilr<li '-ftUiT) nviTiitflntt tliri*c' ItH-tiiw nnd nvur.

VKKV KIIKK III.OUMKK. In tkiUWUun U*
f-r.f^u th. |t)-«i Wi-filllnic Crl/.m nl <'lnrinrmtl.
'I'l'l .Mbm . nri'l .Mllwjiii-
.i|H>tU. Iti'l . It hnn n*-
• tipi- AniiTlmri KlorlnlJi
. r--*I vruu' of jitnk* Hi

of M-rU At ToronUi

to ■iii.iiilt till- ftillowlnu

Kootftl f'lltllnica. wrilrii

1"" *> 1 . i»rr Am»; ^HO |>rr IIIOO.

tiiiHint All orient A'Mrca* nil rnni-

PETEH HERB. Mt. Hnafthy. HamilionLo . 0

AMERICAN

CARNATION

SOCIETY,

Orders solicited (or adverllsinK space in the
Report of the Indianapolis meetinx.
C. J. PENNOCK, Secretary.

M.SM.IT HIJI AKK, I'A.

.Jrda Ki'U/im is /fU liicia/ivt./'mianlei/'/ii'nJ^ i/yria6[itia^£e'.

trr-

aJ- 91

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f/e£t^.

^ -^69$ic &>/a i>3'?/z^/'nf-

-'A/'i sj^ ?7/rr/^ l^ei^iAii/'S^ fi^rs^^n. ^^a^S:

Carnations==Panic Bargains

Per KKX)

I Jidy Emma or Portia * lU.llO

White Dove 10 OU

I.lMle McGowan 10.00

ScluiUcr lOUU

Cnicf Wilder 10.00

,Mr». Kobt. IJltt 10.00

c;riii-.' Diirllne 10.00

Wlilt.' Wlrius 10. C«

CiiiiiMtn Coronet 10. OO

(.ol.lun Gate 10.00

A rican KlaK 10.00

Atlnictton 15.00

.1. .1. Ihirrlson 15.110

Aurnrii 15 00

I/ol|l^.u Porech 15.(X1

.Ncl He Ix)wl8 15.00

oransu lllossom 1.^.00

Tidal Wave 15.00

Per lUOO

Puritan t 15.00

Pearl 20 (Ri

Edna Craig 20.00

Daybreak 20 00

Th09. Cartledge 20.00

Mayflower : 20 00

lluftor 20. OU

Amy I'hlpps 26.00

Bhmclie 2.'..II0

Mrs. B. Keynolds 'iS.OO

Richmond.

Wabaah

Western t*rlde

Dr. Smart

Purdue.....

Florence Van Reyper. .
Buttercup..

25.00
25.00
25.00
25 00
25 00
25 OO
;t5.00

New Jersey 25.00

ROOTED CUTTINQS OF VERBENAS, $7.00 per 1000.

Strictly Cash with order. Orders tilled in rotation.

H ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO.

BELLEVILLE, N. J.

ttX^XXXXXXXZXXX-*

The Jacqueminot Carnation . .

IS A PERFECT SUBSTITUTE FOR THE JACQUEMINOT ROSE.

Many buy it in preference because of its lasting qualities, and you can have it in bloom when the

rose is out of season. Send for descriptive circular, enclose 10c. and wc will mail you long stem sample

blooms. The color Ls a bright crimson (no black in it). If the blooms look dull on arrival, they have

been cliillcd or frozen. Notify us. wc will ship again.

PER DOZEN, $2; PER 100. $10; PER 1000, $80. 250 AT 1000 RATE.

PETER FISHER & CO.. ELLIS. NORFOLK CO.. MASS.

Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS, Rooted Cuttings.

ALL THE BEST VARIETIES IN CULTIVATION.
FINE STOCKS OF DAYBREAK, EDNA CRAIG AND CARTLEDQE.

C'iltlil»iCU<'K rclKly .liiliiiitry l»l, 'III. < orioHpi.nili'iKC Hi>llrll4Ml.

Address II. 15. OIIITT'V'* I*#iter«on, PI- J.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immadiala Dallvary.

I^rtcc Ktock <in hiiiiil. Iter liutii runt or other dU-
ealic. tmtlNfdCtioii lenaranieed. Bcud
tor price lint.
lOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chi^itsr Co., PA.

Always mention the American Ro-
rist when writing to advertisers.

, GflRNfiTIONS.

Strong, healthy, well rooted
cuttings now ready.
SAMUEL J

Elmwood A«K. and DRIh St.

BUNTING.

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

717

CARNATIONS^

Rooted Cuttings Ready Now.

Silver Spray Win. Scott

" ) McC

__ „ E. Fierson

^Lizzie McGowan Daybreak Portia

Blanclie Edna Craig "VVabasli

Golden Gate Annie FLvley F. Manffold

J. J. Harrison 31 Albertinl 'J i<ial AVave
T. Cartledgre Nancy Hauler Dr. Smart

These and other standard sorts $12 per 1000 and upwards
Varieties of 1894 Ready April 1st.
The Stuart (scarlet) was awarded the gold medal
at Indianapolis. Uncle John (white) received cer-
tificate of merit at same place. Helen Keller,
Goldfinch (yellow) and E. A. Wood.

SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST,

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

4 NEW GftRNflTlOIHS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per 100: $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 189S varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. Scott, (the most profitr
able jplnk carnation grown); Mme. Diaz Albertinl,
Eliz. Reynolds, Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Major Bonnaffon. the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.

SWEETBRIER

Received Ist Premium for '■best seedling of any color"

at Phila., Nov. 7, '9;i. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought S5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. K.
iYeeman'B. Washington, iaet winter.

'*! like its color better tlian Davbreak."

EuwiN Lonsdale.
"Sweetbrler is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.

Rooted cuttings. $10.00 per 100; JaO.OO per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1, '94.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS. KJ.OO per 100: f25.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KENNETT SQUARE, PA.

MONEY=GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Craig;
Albertini
Daybreak
Cart ledge
McGowan
Portia

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First=
Class in every way.

Note, before you order elsewhere, that
we offer the above and twenty other good
varieties of Curnatlon.s. well estiibilshed
in soil, ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery In April— at the price of cutr
tings from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

ALEX. McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS, N.

Mention American Florist.

50,000 Carnations.

BOOTED CUTTINGS READY.
NO "RUST."

SEJITID B'OE, LIST. . .

p. O. Box 3^6. KENNKTT .SQUARE, TA,

?50,000

Rooted Cuttings Carnations,

of standard tested sorts. All healthy.
Send list of your wants.

Address BENJ. CONNELL,

Carnation Grower, WEST (iKOVE, PA.

AlBO a nice lot of small Ampelopsls Veltchll for potr
ting up, at jaO.ftD per lOIU.

Varieties good. Cuttings good. Lizzie McGowan, Silver Spray, Aurora, Grace Darling. Portia
and J. R. Freeman, at SI. 2.5 per 100; $10 per 1000. Fred Dorner, 82.00 per 100 : $12.50 per ICOO Dav-
break, at $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Edna Craig, $3.00 per 100 ; $25.00 per 1000 '

Annie Pixley and Helen KeHer.

PrsLEY is one of those beautiful light pinks, vrith
a fair sized flower and good, strong calyx. With
ordinaiy culture stems can be cut twenty inches
long. The flower is a model in form, and the
growth is strong and healthy.

Keller you know all about, they are both sure
to make good paying varieties for cut flowers.
Pixley per 100. $12.00; per 1000. $100.00.
Keller per 100, $12.00; per 1000. $90.00.

Verbena Lancaster Beauty.

Decidedly the prettiest Verbena that grows,
novel as well as beautiful and sells at sight.
Price, per 100, $2.00.

PANSIES.— lean still supply a few of those
seedling plants at $5.00 per 1000, or 75 cts. per 100,
The same good strain I always have.

No list published and terms are cash
before shipping; or C. <>. I).

Coleus at $7 per 1000. Altemanthera, transplanted, Red, Yellow, Pink, $1.25 per 100 ■ rooted cut-
ting, $6 00 per 1000.

L. B. 496.

ALBERT M. HERR, LANCASTER, PA.

"HELEN KELLER

Is the Finest Variegated Carnation
now on the Market."
So declared THE JUDGES at the meeting and exhibition ot the

AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY AT INDIANAPOLIS, FEB. 20, 1894.
And so say all who have seen it Growing and Blooming.

The delicate tracing of scarlet on its pure white petals renders it very showy; yet does not '
mar its effectiveness when used on all joyous occasions.

A CERTIFICATE OF MERIT was awarded by the A. C. S. at IndianapoUs, and
A CERTIFICATE OF MERIT was awarded at Washington, D. C. last November.

It is a free and continuous bloomer; in addition to the large size of the flower and its per-
fect form. Price for Strong Well Rooted Cuttings. $3.00 per Dozen; $12.00 per 100; 250 for $25.00;
$90.00 per 1000. 600 at 1,000 rate. Orders may be sent either to

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

JOHN

N. MAY,

SUMMIT, N.

THE YELLOW
CARNATION

BOUTON D'OR.

After growing this variety for the past three winters we are convinced that it
is the best Yellow Carnation ever introduced.

WHAT WE CLAIM: — That it is decidedly a good, strong grower and free bloomer;
color a beautiful yeilow penciled with dark carmine. That it is of the best form and fully'
as large as Buttercup. That the ealy.x is perfect, the stem long and stiff, and the foliage
possibly better than that of any other carnation.

PRICE, $2 per doz.; $10 per 100; $75 per 1000. ROOTED CUTTINGS READY MARCH 1, 1894.

Orders filled in strict rotation. Come and see it grow and be convinced. Only one hour from New
York City.

Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, L. I., N. Y.

Mentton American Florist.

NO DISEASE MEANS LARGE CROPS ^ GOOD PRICES:

Buyers of rooted cuttings of CARNATIONS

are fast learning the superior merit of the stock
grown and sent out by

• • • THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

P. S. — Send for new 28 page llluslrated Catalogue just out.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings, Now Readjr.

DAYBREAK . .

Per IIM Per 1000
82 50 $20 00

BUTTERCUP . . .

4 00 3500

PURITAN . .

2 00 15 00

SILVER SPRAY

1 50 10 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN. .

1 50 10 00

GRACE WILDER .

1 50 10 00

PORTIA

1 50 12 00

Cash with order,
when ordered

10c. per 100 extra
shipped by mail.

Send for wholesale price list of Rooted Cuttings
and Plants.

JAMES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

Mention American Florist.

CARNATIONS

KOOTED CUTTINGS NOAV READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna CralK. Daybreak. Thos. cartledce.
Buttercup, Mc(iowun. and many of iheBtandardklnaa.'
Orders tilled for the New varieties.

Stuart, I'uole -luliii, Helen Keller, Siveet-
brier, Aiiiiie Pixley, Btiuton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co.. PA.

DflyBREflK. NflNGY ttflNKS..
And Gfli^TLEDGE.

NOW READY.

FINE. CLEAN. HEALTHY STOCK. SPECIAL PRICES,

to large buyers of these splendid Carnations.

Address H. E. QHITTY, Paterson, N. J.

718

The American Florist.

Mar. 8,

Hamsii Lily Splitting.

Ed. Am. Florist: What is the reason
that some of my Harrisii lilies split? I
have a verj- fine looking lot of plants but
now they are beginning to bloom a good
many of the buds are comingcrippled and
split when opening. They are in 5 inch
pots. The bulbs were 7 to 9 inch and ap-
parently in good condition when potted.
Has greenfly anything to do with the
trouble? ' Beginner.

The splitting of lilies is not influenced
by whether the bulbs are good or bad. If
the bulbs were inferior they would show
it in the growth. Splitting is occasioned
by injury from greenfly when the buds are
small, and the injury is usually done he-
lore the buds show above the foliage. At
that time the buds are very succulent and
soft and punctures made by green fly pre-
vent proper development of the flower
and cause it to open unequally which oc-
casions the splitting. The flowers of
plants kept perfectly free from green fly
never split, and thev never split from any
other cause. No crop is so easily injured,
at least none shows the damage so much,
as Easter lilies when allowed to become
infested with greenfly, and they should be
looked after very carefully all during
growth on this account.

F. R. PlERSON.

CLEMATIS.

ROOTED GUTTINQS.

I'pr lOOPerlOOO

Lilacina. rurple $3.50 |JO.oo

Jackmanni, purple 4.00 35.00

Velutina purpurea, purple 3 50 30.00

Cipsy Queen, blue 3.50 30.00

Viticella venosa, blue 3.50 30.00

Viticella rubra Kermesina, red. 3.50

Lawsoniana, lavender 3.50 30.00

Ramona. lavender 3.50 30.00

Albert Victor, pink 3.50

Henryi. V. hite 3.50 30.00

Miss Bateman, white, fragrant. 3.50 30.00

Mrs. Howard Wyse, white 3.50 30.00

Mrs. Baker, a lute 3.50 30.00

Duchess of Edinburg, dbl. white 4.00

Panlculata, white, small flowers 3.50 30.00

1000 Rooted Cuttings, our selection, (15 per cent.
Jackmanni) t25.00.

A', ff. — Oiders can not be filled for these cuttings
aftfr March 30th .

W. S. LITTLE &. CO..

Commercial Nurtenei. ROCHESTER, H. T.

Mcnllori AmcncAii [■ l-irl^l

o iv ji^ Ai A.a:^is.

A fine lot of ^ycar oM platiLn: Jackmanni,
Duchow of Kdinburi^, Hcnryii. C, Lovelace, Hairy
(^e«l. I.a'ly Nrvilie. t'.ein. I'. Alexandra and
others, » IJO [>er doicii ; %U {*) j.er IKI

SHILAX SEEDLINQS,

fnm tall, 76 cmu per 100; fl CO per 1000.

F. A. IIAI.I.KIC, llloomlnirton. III.

BY THE THOUSAND.

Arancaria ExcelMa and Olauca, Aapl*
dlstra. FalmR. PhomiluniN. Bay Tr«6S
crown* and pyramldii of all sixes.

VtuWtiu fr«w for rriuti with or'lirr

The Nurseries. JULES DE COCK,

\.V.\\V.\\V.\\.i», riciir4*li<*nt. IU:i.(*fl >l,

Ol'tl-.lt*. A" N|'KilAI.Tir.»«
(floitnla, lliilli MffcofilitM. cilrit tttrli-llm.

We Pay the Express.

100.000 PANSIES.

grown fr'»m ••■<-) 1 1. . • n- ri' . miiMri'ir mtrunu. nUtckf
ptmniMUfirf irni •■ i<4<r I'U H .'^M^t HJUf.

MAM.MUIH \ I I I.I ^ \>^ In nil tho ni'*«il Ifrll
lluit rv.l'.ra Tif , . i-^T IW/l, 'U'llTiTn"! frOB

ftt 7'ftir 'A'fiT

S. WHITTON L SONS, Wholenale Florists,

O A I I HoLorU HI., I.TI<;A, .\. V.

TREES

FRUtT AND
ORNAMENTAL

Larg:e General Stock of the Best. Surplus in

Peach, Plum, Pear ''0^;"' Cherry, Etc.

EXCEEDINGLY HANDSOME LOT OF

Carolina, Lombardy and Golden Poplars,

Balm of Gilead, Imperial Gut Leaved Alder, Etc.

LARGEST ACREAGE OF SHRUBBERY IN THE
WEST. VINES, ROSES, PLANTS.

40th Year. 1,000 Acres.

The STORRS & HARRISON GO.

28 Greenhouses.

Lake
) Co.

t^^m

iVl^'U^iV Florence Vaughan,

-*- ;^.-^^^-A-^^.*. .^ pgr 100 $25.00.

7KT.T.J\^ True Little Gem,

-*- ;*--■-<-■-<-*- -^ Per 100 $10.00.

LOTHirvr>E Soupert Rose,

-■-<^— ^ -■- -■--■--■--"-^-■— ^-■— < PerlOO.aii Inch. 83.50.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE '"^^ITi^rG'o."

500,000 ASPARAGUS ROOTS.

Conover's Colossal, One and Two Years Old.

The roots are very fine and in perfect condition.

Very low rates will be quoted on large lots.

/. 7; LOJirrr co., uttic suvcr, n. j.

SMI LAX.

CUT SMILAX-II.1II an .icre ready to cut
now. (,)Liality A 1.

EASTER ORDERS BOOKED NOW.
SMILAX PLANTS-Extra strong 1 yr. old,
?2.50 per KiO; fao.OO per 1000.

TRANSPLANTED SEEDLINGS— $100 per

\i)h\ >.S (to per 10(K).

SMILAX SEED— A few ounces left; crop
of 1893, at 50c. per ounce.

JOS. E. BONSALL.

WHOLESALE FLORIST,
30B Oarflold Avonuo, SALEM, OHIO.

Advertisements Now

FOR OUR

SiJCGial &i)rlii{j Number,

TO BE ISSUED MARCH 22.

American Florist Co.

Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 i^inds by express, .$4 .00 per 1000
VERSCIIAFriiLTII and SHELLY

YELLOW j!5.00per 1000

ALTEKNANTHERA F.Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per tOO

CUHIIEA (ci^ar plant), by iiKiil...50c per 100
PILEA (artillery plant), by mail. ..50c per 100

FUCHSIA, mixed Jl.OO per 100

<'.\SII WITH ()ki>i:k.

S. O. STREBY,

I li 11. .\ 77,

UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

Mc.iilluM AllMTIciill I'lnrlnt

ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations. Chrysanthemums. Colcus,
VcrbcnaSt Etc. now ready.

Hti«>k In the vi-ry Im'mI. iitiil nrlci'N vory liiw. If ytm
wittil nny ruiilo<l (HiUIiivn It will piiy yuu louorroHpiinil
wltli im. H(>n<l for prlri? ]IhI.

EVENDEN BROS., Williamport, Pa.

You will luMK'fit llie American Flo-
rist by mentioning it every time you
write an advertiser in thusji columns.

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The American Florist.

719

Carnations.

Select and Purchase Now

Some of the few really good things that are
introduced for the first time this month.

THE STUART,
HELEN KELLER,
BOUTON D'OR,
UNCLE JOHN,

100 of these for $10. Lowest price by the 1000.

Oh, Yes ! You should have Chrysanthemum
Mrs. E. G. Hill, E. Dailledouze and Challenge;
the three greatest acquisitions of recent years.

MRS. E. G. HILL S25.00 per 100

DAILLEDOUZE AND

CHALLENGE SJO.OO per 100

We will send 12 Novelties, the cream, in Chrys-
anthemums— one of each —
MRS. ILS, MAJOR BONNAFFON, M. LOUISE, PITCHER
& MANOA. LAREDO, MUTUAL FRIEND. ACHILLES.
INTER OCEAN. BEAU IDEAL. DAILLEDOUZE, CHAL-
LENGE and MRS. HILL. The very pick of the vari-
ous sets. Price for 12, S6.00.

Our WINNING 48 at Chicago, one of each, all
named, for J6.00.

12 of the finest Single, Double and Bniant GERA-
NIUM NOVELTIES of the year, from the best grow-
ers in France, Gennany, England and the United
States, for $3.00,

50 Plants finest GERANIUMS introduced in 1893,
for S4.00- You ought to have these to keep up
with the times-

9 CANNAS, from Crozy and other French raisers,
the cream of the year's introductions, one of each
for $6.00.

Florence Vaughan, strong, from pots, S25 per 100.

Pandanus Veitchii, 6-inch, fine, 812 per dozen.

FIcus elastica. I t^. high. Belgian var. ^.1 per doz.

A magnificent collection of Double Petunias, at
$4 00 per 100— figured in the Florist last year.

Grand Variegated Abutilon, Souv. de Bonne, S4.00
per dozen.

Send for our Wliolesale List.

E. G. HILL & CO.

~^::=^ Richmond, Indiana.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, perioo

AItemanthera8, Versicolor. Rosea nana, Aurea

nana. Tricolor and P. Major % .50

Coleus of sorts, mixed 50

" best new and old. named 1.00

Fuchsias 1.00

Mexican Primroses. 3 kinds 1.00

Altemantheras, full of cuttings 3.00

Begonias, assorted . Lantanas. assorted 4.00

Fuchsias, assl; Heliotrope, ass't $:^. 00 and 4.00

Abutilons, assorted 4.00

EchBverla glauca $2.00and 3.00

Extensa globosa. tJ to 12 In. across 25 & 5Uc. ea.

Ach/ranthus, assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted. $2. 00 and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

" Schlzopetalus 6.00

Antherlcum plcturatum per dozen, 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted. 1%-\ti. pots 4.00
Sliver-Leaf Geraniums. 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalls. OrtgiesI and Bowll 4.00

Dabllas. named, our selection 5. On

AZALEAS FOR EASTER.

French Cannas, named, our selection, dry roots.. o.Oji

French Cannaa, imnamed 3. On

potted lO.OJj

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS.
Box 99. KAN.SAS CITT, MO.

The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

Address Q. H. JOOSTEN, Agent.
3 Coenties Slip, NEW YORK.

Mention American Florist.

GRAPE VINES.

(FOREIGN.)

All the leading varieties for cultivation under glass.
In following sizes: 1 year. 2 years, and extra strong.
Also Feaciies and Nectarines specially prepared
for forcing in pots and tubs. Orders booked for
specially prepared fruiting plants of Vines. Nectarines,
Peaches. Strawberlea, Fall of 'i*4 delivery.

JOHN G. GARDNER,

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

WE HAVE HOUSES FtFtL, AS WILL BE SEEN BY THE ABOVE ILLUSTRATION, OF
AZALEAS FOR EASTER FORCING.

The plants are in the best possible condition, finely set with buds, not too far advanced to ship
safely at this time, which will insure a supply for Easter. We can make selections of plants taken from
different temperatures to give a succession of bloom. We offer plants

9 to 10 inches in diameter at $ 4.50 per dozen; $35.00 per 100.
10 to 12 " " 6.00 '■ 45.00

12 to 15 " " 900 " 70.00

18 to 22 " •' 30.00 " , ,

The varieties we handle are the best market kinds. The 12 to 15 inch size are of exceptional value.
Send for copy of Dreer's Wholesale Price List for 1894, mailed free to Florists, Market Gardeners
and Nurserymen who enclose business cards.

HENRY A. DREER. PHILADELPHIA.

Mention American Florist.

Your Easter Trade

will be conducted more smootlily, and run more profit-
ably if aided by the use of a set of

LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS. . .

It's not too late to get a set, as orders of any extent are
filled most promptly ^^^^^

PRICED CATALOGUE ON APPLICATION TO

DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, Buffalo, N. Y.

Mention American Plortsl.

500,000 Strawberry Plants.

OF 20 GOOD VARIETIES.

No. 1 plants very low. 5.000 CONCORD, 2 years, at
SIO.OO per 1000. ,'i,(JUO No. 2 DODBJjE PEARL TUBE-
ROSE, good flowering bulbs, at $3.00 per 1000; 2,000 for
*6.00. With or without sets. Send for price list to

CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.

PANSY PLANTS.

Once transplanted.

Finest mixed

Snow Oueun,

Pure \ellow

GoUlou Gum....

From seeds of best strainB.

Per 100 Per 1000
$ .m Jo.UO

m 5.00

GO 6.00

60 5.00

Lord Beaconflcld, Emperor William and otbera.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

Fine, Large, Healthy, Rooted ROSE Cuttings

Brides, Mermets, Qontlers per 100, fl . 10

Perle, La t'rance " 1.00

CARNATIONS-Sllver Spray, McGowan, Wilder,
Portia, Am. Flag, Lamljom. a .10 per 100.
Free by mall. Casli with order.

J. J. L,AMP£RT, Xenia, Ohio.

Victoria Regia. Egyptian Lotus.
Pond Lilies. Aquatic Novelties.

SEEDS. DORMANT ROOTS AND TUBERS.

If you have not received my Wholesale List, a post
card to that eflfect will fetch one by next mail.
Address

WM. TRICKER, Clifton, N. J.

DO

'you ICPJOW

THAT YOU CAN GET

20 CANE STAKES FOR I CENT

A foot in length by simply using a sharp saw on
a bundle of our best.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO..

304 W. Madison St., B^VI-TIMORE, MD.

A FEW HUNDRED STOCKY

APPLE GERANIUMS

$5.00 PER 100.

Clematis Crispa, strong roots »5.00 per 100.

H. STEIHUETZ, Baleifh, S. C.

'20

The American Florist.

Mar. S.

Buffalo.

The past week has been bright spring
weather here, warm sunny days and mild
nights. When the thermometer stands
at 62° in the shade on the 4-th of March
it is liable to opset your calculations for
Easter crops.

There has been a great abundance of
flowers for the past week or two and on
Saturday some ruinouscuts in prices were
made. Carnations, violets and daflfodils
suffered most. When daffodils and carna-
tions are retailed for twenty-five cents
per dozen, the grower, whoever he is, is
not going to make money enough to take
him to Atlantic City this summer.

Business has been fairly good the past
week, plants selling well. I neverremem-
ber so many good houses of violets in
this locality as can be found this year.

The club held its monthly meeting last
Tuesday, when nomination of officers
were in order. They will be an entirely
new set and may thej' put new li'^e into
the old organization is the prayer of all
ot us.

Buflalo florists were glad to be repre-
sented at Indianapolis, even if it viasonfy
by Mr. Long. He gave us a good talk
on it. It must have been immensely en-
ioyable besides instructive.

We have among us the well known
"Jim the penman" with his handsome
and affable assistant Capt. Foy. They
are victimizing a large number of our
citizens, but the victims are all getting
good value for their money. W. S.

OcR annual spring number, beautifully
illustrated and full of valuable matter
that will surelv be preserved, will be
issued March 22. Arrange now for an
adv. in it. No increase in rates.

Fenster Pappe, ;;r,ure

ew German sub-
te for (jlsiss on
frames. For detail see our Catalogues.
We furnish original Rolls of about 110
yards for $9.00 net cash. Trial Rolls,
enough to cover four sashes for $1.00
cash: these latter will travel by express
for little oust, wt-iKhln^ below 10 lbs.

PyPaC I 09UDC (Sago Palm), natural
UjUao LCaiCO) prepareil, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c.. -tSc. 50c., GOc. and 75c. each.

Metal Designs, :ty 1ect^^on"Tn

rich assortment of tasteful designs:
Wreaths, Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc.,
in i;reen or white foliage.

Supplies of all Kinds, z'uuTs.

Cape Flowers, Wheat Sheaves, Flower Bas-
kets, Pot Holders, Plant Stands, Fern
Dishes, etc.. ric; all qu<jied in our beauti-
fully and richly Illustrated new Trade
List mailed free. Address

August R'olker & Sons,

136 « 138 W 24lh St.,
P. 0. Station E.

New York.

THt flS^SOGIflTION FUORfl.

BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

I'l.KM.V I r> :< -.-'• .i.-nr. p<T 11/) fi'. HI

?IMK/K.\ .l.%r<i>l(:A .... 4 11)

>IKI.VTItA Hl-K« TAHII.IH «.U)

I.Ill'im iixn^'<*'ini l'w«.f,1(i« llh','1»»<1nn*lr»Fn)». Annlniu
M I- •• - . ■ -...,,-. ...,,,.,.,,. ..,,.i('.r-

I; -iirj™.

M . P-nul

^•)^■r.. I- < '!'■ l'.',l,Bh. !■' I,'- ■■ - I'.ni,. ii..« llrloli

NEPONSET * FLOWER * POTS

of Waterproof Paper, lig'ht, durable, nnbreakable and cheap.

Tomato Growers have used them with success and
proved their appreciation by repeated orders.

Cabbage Growers have tried them and duplicated their
orders.

Market Growers of Verbenas, Alyssum, Coleus and
other plants, which do not shun moisture, have
used them extensively in repeated seasons.

Recommended for light and safe packing of tender and
valuable plants, for the marketing of Ferns, Dutch
Bulbs, Lily of the valley and the like.

Cost about 40 per cent less than earthen pots, and
weight considerably lighter, thus saving in first
cost and freight.

For Price List and further particulars address

AUGUST KOLKEK & SONS, Station E, New York.
K. & J. FARQUHAR, - - - - Boston, Mass.
Who furntsb samples, by mall, postpaid, on receipt of
10 cts. II ots. 14 cts. 17 cts. 22 cts. 40 cts. 60 cts.

For 1 dozen

2M-ln.

2H-ln.

3H-ln.

t^-lDcb pots.

F. W. BIRD & SONS, Sole Manufacluiers, EAST WALPOLE, MASS.

H. BAYERSDORFER &CO.

OI^FKI« Fi*OP« «SF»I«II«G TJ«A.r>B>

Metal Designs, New forms and Novelties.

Wheat Sheaves, Extra heavy, finest quality.

Cape Flowers, New Importation, large stock.

Immortelles, Artificial Flowers, Palm Leaves, Doves, all Easter Supplies.

SEND FOR CATALOGUE.

WHOLESALE ONLY.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,

NEW YORK,

A. HERRMANN,

AXnnufao'txx.x-ez' ^f

METAL DESIGNS, WREATHS and STANDARD FORMS IN GREAT VARIETY.

WHKAT SHKAVKS, CATK FLOWKKS and ,VI,L FI.OHISTS* Slipri>li:S lit low prlc6H.

Descriptive CntaloKHP roiuly srinn. Semi your ncMrews iinii It will lie forwiinli'd soon iis ready.

306 CnmbrlflK* Av«i., JKltHV.\ CITV. .N. .1.

WHITE DOVES

FOR rLORtSTS.

Lantest and tlncHt stock In t)io Utiltod
StJiteB. Write" fur prIeeH to

S. J. RUSSELL.

860 Montgomery St., Jersey City. N. i.

FOi: SAI.K ItV: ,\. Ikrmarin, K. K. .McAIII»l<T
Itwd .V Kt'llur. N. .SlvnunB. New V(irk; W. C. Krlck
llruciklyn. .N V.; II. Hiiycrsdorfer i Cd.. rlilla.; .1. .M.
.Mc<:ull<)UKli«,SonH and H. I.. Hunderhnich. Cincinnati,
(>.; .1. .M. UnHner. Cleveland, (>.; I>. H. I»liK, BulTalu, N.
\.; .1. C Vuntfliati, (Uilcat^o: Wisconsin Kluwcr Kjc-
chaniiu. Milwaukee: Win. KIIIwhi. Ht. l/>uls; ICd. H.
Holiinid. WnshlMKliin. II. ('.:ll. W. Chrrey ,V <k>., Naall-
vllle. 'lenn.; 'I' W. W(K)d ,\ Suns. KlcliniiiMd. Va.; V.
.1. VIrtfIn, New orleaiiH. I.u.; ('. A. Kuehn, SI. Ijuiils; .N.
K. .\li-( iirlhy. MoKlori. .VinnM.

MflRSGHUETZ & GO..

Florists' SUDDII6S.

23 & 26 H. 4lh St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Brnd for rntnio^pif ^^^^

.Vitnlirm AmvT\r.nn (-'Iiirlnt

ERNST KAUFMANN & GO.

Florists' Supplies,

113 N. ATH STREET,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

THE BEST IS.
THE CHEAPEST.

WOTHERSPOON
WATERING POT.

The strongest
and best Florist
Watering Pot made.

Made of bcHt iron ntul Kilvani/.cd nfler being

fmt toKfliicr, every part riveted. Tor aale by
ending necd«iiicii in tlie United States. Ask for
the Wotherniwon WaterinR I'ot and accept none
that are rcprcHcnted aw heinj^ jnftt as ^uod. If
your sewlmnan does not keep thciu write direct
for descriptive circular.

JAMES R. WOTHERSPOON,

2123 South St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

HUNTINGTON SEED GO.
Florists' : Supplies,

66 E. Washington St .

iirDiAHAFOi.iB, lira.

standard Flower Poll, Dried Gratiei, Fancy BatkeU
Metal Deaigni. Trade CataloKue mailed Tree.

x8g4-

The American Florist.

721

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Send for Circulars and TestimonUils.
Address •LiOGlSi'LiAJUTi , O.

183 /AONROE Street-

•■■CHICAGO- • •

which l8 absolutely perfect for modern
^eenhouse construction.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES.

Send for EBtlmates. Satisfaction Guaranteed

REED GLASS CO.,

65 Warren Street, and 46, 48 & 50 College Place,
NEW YORK CITY.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Seadsman.
OU^

SASH UMR Al HINGES

will do the work and cost you less than any other.
Send your name and address and we will
, mail you description and price.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.
244 Freeport Street BOSTON, MASS.

GftTflbOGUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horacs McFarland Co.

. , . HAKKISBCRG, PA.

Dimensions oimisBoi:

26 Inches long by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches high.

Two sections.

This wooden box nicely stained and varnished, 18x30x12,
made in two sections, one for each size letter, given away with first order of 500 letters.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.

MamlactUtB THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

Sizes 1J^-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
fastener with each letter.

ODR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $4.00 per 100.

N. P. McCarthy, I Addre.. 13 Gretn St..
Treas. & Mangr. | Boston, Mass.

Addre» all correipondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We have a new FA8TENBB which we consider
a decided success. Any customers having old style
fasteners which they wish to exchange, can do so
without additional cost by writing us.

These Letters are handled by

A. Rolker & Sons, New York.
Marschuetz & Co., 35 N. 4th St., PhUa., Pa.
F. E. McAllister, 22 Dey St., New York.
A. 1>. Ftrry & Co., 33 AVarren St., Syracuse,

New York.
A. Herrman. 415 E. 34tli St., New York.
Ernst Kaulmanu & Co., 1 13 N. 4th St., Fhila.
H. Baycrsdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland. O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Out., Agent for

Canada.
E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Clllcago, 111.
Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Mason St ,

JMilwaukee. AVis.

H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cm-

cinnati, O. ,. „

T. W. Wood & Sons. 6th and Marshall Sts.,

Richmond, Va.
Jas. Vick's Sons, IJocliester, N. Y.
C. A. Kuehn, 1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
1). B. Long, Hullalo, New York.
C. F. Huntington & Co , Indixnapolis, Ind.
Z. De Fore«t Ely & Co., 1034 Market St.,

Philadelphia, Pa. „ , , „

Portland Seed Co., 171 2d St., Portland, Ore.
A. Herman, 415 E. 34tli St., New York.
Geo A. Sutherland, 67 I'.romfield St., Boston.
Welcli Bros., No. lA Beacon St., Boston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music HaU Place,

Boston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

VICTORY ! VICTORY ! VICTORY !

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded tor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

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Send lor Catalogue and Es-
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Manufacfurers of

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722

The American Florist.

Mar. 8.

Boston-
There is no very heavy overstock of
flowers in this market yet, and although
the demand is very light, yet everything
is fairly well cleaned up every day. The
weather is getting so that the street lakir
can expose flowers in the open air, and he
is both numerous and industrious. He
does his share towards keeping the stock
well used up, and the growers would miss
him sadly it he should go. The retailers,
however, are not inclined favorably
towards him, and the old fight to have
him removed from this vicinity is show-
ing signsof beingrenewed with fresh zeal.
There is a good supply of tulips, daffo-
dils and other bulbous stock in pots, and
palms, besides quantities of fine azaleas
in bloom now in the market. The plant
trade, however, is not as brisk as it
should be. The supply trade has fallen
off considerably during the past two
months and isfarbehind that of last year.
Some of the florists report frankly r.n
unsatisfactory season. Others with as
much apparent sincerity claim to have
done as well as in the past. Perhaps
both are true, the difierence resulting from
local causes. There is no uncertain or
varying testimony from the growers
though, for it would be useless for them
to claim that results during the past sea-
son have been equal to former seasons.
Those who grow bulbous stock have suf-
fered the most, for it has in many cases
brought barely the original cost of the
bulbs. There is a very general complaint
regarding collections, which are unusu-
ally slow. A good season after Easter is
hoped for, as such has been the rule in the
past when this festival came early.

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Announcement to Florists.

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Standard Flower pots

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PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

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BROTHER

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tllatlDK sash one at a time and propping tbem up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown oJT
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ESTABLISHED 1854.

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• • • CHICAGO

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The Americax Florist.

Mar. <?,

Index to Advertisers.

Adv. Rates, etc 712

American Boiler Co...7?4
Amencan C&matlon

Society 716

Bailer f" A 718

Barbe A 715

Bayersdorf er H 4 Co . .720

Bay SWte Ildw Co 711

Berber n HA Co 714

Bird FWiSon 720

BlacS Charles 719

Blanc A 714

Bonsall Jos E 718

Boston Letter Co .r.M

Brackenrid^e 4 Co Tilt

Brairae LB 711

Brecb Joseph i Pons. -Tin

Brount A nil

Brown K S 4 Son... Tl'.'

Brown 4 Canfleld Tl'J

BnntlnK Samuel J 7U;

Boms 4 Raynor Tlij

Burrow JG Tib

Campbell A B T15

Carman RW 710

Carmody J D 723

Chandlee 4 MacauleT.721

Chltty H E C17T17

Council Beo] 717

Connelly John J 715

CookWCACo 715

Corbrey A McKullar...712
Cottape Garden- The. .717

DalUedouze Br..s 717

Deamnd J B .V l".> 712

DeCock .rules 718

De Lamater lixjn Wks.721
Devlne's Boiler Wks.. .r3

milonJL 711

Domer YnA 4 Son 717

DreerU A 7U 719

Elliott wn 712

Ellison Wm.... .712

Ely Z Ue Korest 4 Co. .714
Eaaei Heights Floral

Co 716

Brendeo Bros 718

Pelhelm Lyman 721

Felthouscn J E 711

FcrifUson \Vm 714

Fisher l"eter4Co 716

Forstermann 1 709

Gardner John G 719

Gonzalez K A Co 711

GrilBth .N S 715

Gumer Ueater Co ...72»
Gutta Percha 4 Rubber

MfKCo 723

QallAssn 722

Qammond BenJ 721

Hancock 4 Son 717

Han James 713

Hait4Crouse 723

Hartford HE 710

Herb Peter 710

Uerendccn MfxCo 721

Herr Albert M 717

Herrmann A 730

HemuanDH Seed Store715

Hews A 114 00 722

Ulianner Broa 722

mil EOACo 719

Hlppard K 721

Ullchlnini 4 Co 724

Hooker 11 M 00 722

Horan EdwC 713

Uoran Jas til7

Uolaeboach Bnw 714

lIuntEH 713

liuntMA 710

Hunter Frank IJ 713

Iluntlniiujn Seed Co... 720

JenolngsE B Tl.S

Jooaten C H TI9

Kaofmann Ernst 4 CoTJO

Sennlcott Brr>«(>> Ti:i

Kroe«hell Bros Co ...72.)

KoehnCA 712

lAke Geneva Floral CoTli
Lampert J J 719

La Roche 4 Stahl n2

Little M B 715

Little WS A Co 718

Lockland Lumber Co.. .721

lionsr Danl B 712 719

Lonsdale Edwin 717

Lord A Bumham Co... 724

Lovetl J TCo 718

McBrlde Alei... TIT

McCarthy .N FACO....T13

Mcn.'n.ild Br.is 722

McFarland J 11 721

McFarland J U Co ...721

Manda W A TI5

Mann Bros 715

Manz J 4Co 721

Marschueti 4 Co 720

May John X 710 717

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co .. .709

MlUanKBros 713

Monlnirer Jno C T09 721

Myer94 Co 721

Nanz .V; Neuner 710

Natlunal Plant Co TIU

OelschlE A C Til)

Olsen A Uuphes. .. TI3

Onwerkerk P TSJ

Parmenter Mf(j Co . ..Tii

PennockCJ 710 TIT

PennockSamlS 712

Perkins FN 7l/.>

Peterson J. \ 715

Plerson F BCo Til

Quaker City Mach Co. .724

KandallAL 713

Reed Glass Co 721

RelnberKBros 713 710

Renard Joseph T hi

Reuters J Tlo

Roberts i)H 722

RoehrsTheo 713

Roemer Fred Til

Rolker A 4 Sons T20

RussellSJ 720

SaDder4Co 709

Saul John 715

Scollay John A 72;

Shelralre W R 71U

Sheridan W F 713

Slebrecht A Wadley. ... 709

Slevers John 11 715

Situations, wants 709

Smith Nathan 4 Son... Tlo
South Side Floral Co.. .T15

StetfensN 722

StelnmetzH T19

StemmlerTW 710

Storrs 4 Harrison Co. .

710 718

StrebySO 718

Struck J N A Bro 721

Baderbruch H L 712

Sunwl Seed A P1antCo7l4

Sutherland Geo A 712

Swayne Edward 717

SwayneWra 7i7

Syracuse Pottery Co... 722

TImm 14 Co 710

Tricker Wm 719

Ulbrlcht FJ 71.')

United States Nur»8..7U9
Van Home GrIOen 4

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Van Velsen P 4 Sons. .714

VauKhan J C 718

Westbered's Sons T W . 724

Weeber4Don 714

Welch Bros 713

WcstGeoW 714

Whilldin PotCo ..722

Whltton S 4 Sons ... 718

Wilson H K 709

Wlttbold Geo.fte 7I.'>

Wolf BE 72:1

Wixjd Bros 711

Woodrutl W B 709

WothemiKjon Jati R. . .720

Vounu .lohn 713

Yuunii Tbua Jr 713

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MARCH 15, 1894.

No. 302

f iHlii ^ISSlllii!@MI 1F(L@@I!@7

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published every Thursday by

The Amerioah florist Company.

Subscription, SI.OO a year.

To Europe, S2.00.

Address all communications to
AMERIOAN FLORIST COMPANY,

338 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO.
Eastern Office : 67 Bromfleld St., Boston.

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS.

J. T. ANTHOi-ry, Chicago, prcBldent; Robert Kift,
Philadelphia, vice-president; Wm. J. Stewart, OT
Bromfleld St., Boston. Mass., secretary; M. A. Hunt,
Terra Haute, Ind., treasurer. Tenth annual meeting
at Atlantic City, N. J., August, 1894.

CONTENTS.

Orchids — Progress in orchid culture 72.5

Carnation Daybreak (illus.) ... . 727

Roses— Roses for cut bloom in winter 727

— Most profitable varieties for forcing , . 727

Carnations— Notes 728

— Sleepy carnations . . ... ... 728

—Keeping qualities of carnations 728

New york ... .... .728

Carnation Mrs. Eliz. Reynolds (illus) . . . 721)

Philadelphia . . 729

Boston 730

Chicago .... .... .... 731

Buffalo . . 731

Baltimore. .732

Catalogues received 734

Foreign notes 734

The seed trade ... 738

St. Paul, Minn 738

St. Louis .... . . 740

Toronto 742

Piping for hot water . 744

Piping for steam 749

In THE DEATH of Mr. R.J. Halliday, of
Baltimore, the trade loses another of
those leaders who were such a tower of
strength in days gone by. We owe him
much for his constant eflfort in combat-
ting the tendency to laxity in nomencla-
ture, and the present S. A. F. committee
on nomenclature was really the outcome
of his early efforts to get the society to
take a forcible stand in the matter. He
was a member of the society of American
Florists from its inception and always
took an earnest interest in its work and
welfare. A good and true man has gone
to his reward.

When sending us newspapers contain-
ing items you wish us to note please do
not fail to distinctly mark the item so it
can be easily found, as we can not spare
the time to hunt through the mass of
papers sent us for unmarked items.

Do -vou WANT an alphabetical list of the
chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class and a brief accurate description
of each one, and synonyms noted? You
will find such a list in our trade direct-
ory and reference book.

Next week comes our spring number.

Progress in Orchid Culture.

\^Pai}er read bejore the Garderiers^ and Florists^
Clitb oj Boston by IVm. Robinson, gardener to Mrs.
F. L. Ames, North Easton, Mass\

Probably in no department of horticult-
ure has such progress been made as in the
culture of orchids. Twenty years ago
these plants were cultivated only by the
few, and their culture was so obscure
that many valuable plants were lost
through ignorance of xhe proper condi-
tions indispensable to their culture, also
through the absence of proper informa-
tion from collectors as to the conditions
and surroundings of these plants in their
native habitats. Plants at that period
were collected at all seasons. They did
not regard whether the plant was dor-
raand or in active growth. Their end
and aim was to send home as many
plants and in as small a compass as pos-
sible. Foliage and growth were thus
sacrificed to space, and the stately Iselias
and cattleyas and other evergreen orchids
would be sent home mutilated, and would
often arrive exhausted and half dead,
thus placiner the gardeners and growers
of that period at a disadvantage.

Everything is now changed. The ad-
vances made, not alone in the collecting
and shipment of these plants and in the
discovery of additional species and vari-
eties, but also in the quan+ity and qual-
ity of the same is something mar^^f'' ""s.
Old species which were supposeo io.jl u^,
cultivation have been re-introduced and
the collecting of plants has been done
with more care and intelligence. Plants
now are collected after their growth is
completed and matured, and they are
now sent home invariably almost intact,
with foliage nearly as perfect as when
growing in their native element, thus re-
taining all their fresh vigor and present-
ing the appearance of established plants,
some flowering almost immediately after
their arrival.

Cattleya Trianas was introduced in
European gardens in 1860. It was only
represented by a few plants, and not
until ten or twelve years ago did they
become known to the many, when fresh
importations were sent to Europe by tens
of thousands of plants, thus placing them
within the reach in good condition of
everyone who had a greenhouse. Many
fine forms have appeared from time to
time recently, including the saintly white
form, C. Trianae alba, the beautiful
feather petalled Backhouseana and the
immense Leeana, which is the largest
form yet seen and commanded at auction

sale about five hundred dollars per
growth. I might mention the Dodsoni,
which realized over one thousand dollars,
and the fine formed Osmani, both of
which are still rare, and many other
forms, including Reine des Beiges, San-
derte and Amesiana, the latter a deep col-
ored form named two years ago in honor
of the late Mr, Ames.

Cattleya Mendelli is another orchid
which was introduced to cultivation and
was represented by one plant in 1870,
but has these past few years been im-
ported in large quantities. This brilliant
cattleya resembles Trianae and comes into
flower immediately after that variety in
the months of April, May and June, com-
prising many beautiful varieties, of which
the white C. Mendelli Blunti is the most
rare, and C. Mendelli Backhouseana is
the richest colored form I have yet seen.
This cattleya is of easy culture and yields
to the same treatment as C. Trianas, and
can be confidently recommended to the
consideration of florists. The great mis-
take many florists make is in going to
auction sales and buying the refuse of
many markets because they can be pro-
cured cheap.

Cattleya Warscewiczi is another cat-
tleya which was only represented by one
plant twenty years ago, but has since
been introduced in such large quantities
as to place it within the reach of all lov-
ers of orchids. Out of all the immense
importations which have appeared this
seems to be the least variable of the labi-
ata section, differing so slightly. Mr.
Robinson here gave a list and interesting
description of the more distinct forms of
this species and then spoke of Cattleya
Gaskelliana, which he said was introduced
in 1883 and now is known in several very
valuable forms, such as alba,Dellense and
virginalis. Cattleya Bowringeana, he
said, is another which has been received
within the past eight years, and flowers
during the months of October, November
and December, throwing up large spikes
of Skinnerii colored flowers, carrying from
twelve to twenty-four flowers to a spike,
lasting long in perfection. It is of easy
culture and a grand acquisition as an
ornamental plant and for florists' use.

The re-introduction of old C. labiata
vera after more than half a century and
when the locality where it was originally
found was supposed to have been obliter-
ated by volcanic disturbances, was an
event of great importance to orchid lovers,
as it placed within the reach of all this truly
grand old species. Four years ago it was
valued at three hundred dollars per lead,
and today it can be purchased for as
many cents. Mr. Linden introduced it as
a new species under the name of War-
ocqueana, but the enthusiastic Sander
had his collectors in the field, and it re-
mained for him to announce to the orchid
world that he had secured importations
of the old original labiata. Everyone be-

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in^ anxious to procure it, it has been se-
cured thr'^uffh many sources anHnow can
be had for about one dollar. Many fine
forms of this wonderful cattleya have ap-
peared, including the white, which of
course will remain expensive. It has
proven of easv culture, and flowering in
the months of October, November and
December, makes it valuable and appeals
to the florist.

Percivalliana is another recent intro-
duction, distinct as well as beautiful, and
in a horticultural sense a valuable addi-
tion, flowering in midwinter and almost
simultaneous with the early Trianass. It
is variable in color, some forms being
paler than others, while some are distin-
guished by a greater area of rich tawny
yellow in the labellum.

Several other fine cattleyas have been
introduced these past few years, which at
present remain orarce. such as the beautiful
white form R'x. the superb natural
hybrid Hardvara nrd the equally bril-
liant Massiam. These are natural hv-
brids between C.Dowiana and C.Warsce-
wirzi, and are among the richest colored
forms.

The old Cattleya Mossije has been re-
introduced in quantity and is represented
by manv fine colored types, but the
whites are the most beautiful and have
been more especially cultivated these oast
few vears. including Mossiae alha, Rein-
eckiana, Amoldiana and Wagneri, the
latter snow white with lemon throat, the
others white sepals and petals with deli-
cately pencilled lips.

But with the hybrid forms which have
been raised within the past twenty years
the greatest success has been achieved.
These have a special interest for the hort-
icnlturisto of the present day on account
of the diflBculties hitherto experienced in
raising them and which have now in a
great measure been overcome, and the
length of time which elapses before a seed-
ling attains the flowering staee. Previ-
ous to 1872 Laelia exoniensis, Cattleya
Dominiana and Cattleva Brabantije
were the onlv hybrid cattlevas and la;lins
raised. Cattleva Fauita flowered in '72
and was Mr. Seden's first hvbrid, which
was subsequentlv followed by crispa and
delicata, since which time many remark-
able forms have appeared in quick suc-
cession, including many bigeneric forms
which twcntv vears ago would not be
dreamt of. Lselia caloglossa took nine-
teen years to arrive at the flowering
Btaire: now six and seven years is about
the limit.

After enumerating and describing a
number of the most notable cattleya hy-
brids, Mr. Robinson then proceeded as
follows: Lfclias are another penus of
stately growth and in close aflRnitv to
cattleva. Indeed the difference is princi-
pally botanical. This penus embraces
many fine formf. hut from a florist's
standp<^>int the Mexican species are the
most useful. Twenty years ago a plant
was sent to Rnrope. It flowered and
was a white form of telia which was
nam<"d Oawsoni and not one has been
sent hf'me sinre, and nil plants of Dnw-
snni in cultivation are descended from
this one plnnt. Bu» n few years at'o in
an importation toKtirope many valuable
forms appeared, irclu'ling Amesinna.
rosy sepals and jx-tnls and splnshed lip of
darkest maroon, and Schr'ider;c, with
deeper sepals and petals. Mr. R'>binson
here mentioned a numl)erof themost not-
able of the finest recently introduced
forms, inc'udintr the vnri'>ns VK-nutiful
white varieties, and said that, whereas
ten venrs aeo we could not jiroducc ten
v/''ite flower* of ancc[i«, aa many aa ten

times that number are today produced
on a single plant. These plants, he con-
tinued, are of easy culture in cool green-
house well exposed to the light, with
plenty of water during the growing sea-
son.

Dendrobiums are a genus which have
increased in large proportions, not alone
in the species, which are manifold, but in
the quantity and quality of artificial hy-
brids which have been produced. D.
Dominianum was the first artificial hy-
brid raised, and has been followed in
rapid succession by dozens of beautiful
forms and which are easily cultivated.
The species which has made greatest
strides during the past ten years is nobile,
the forms appearing being legion, but the
old nobile nobilius "true" stands today
unequalled. The re-introduced beautiful
species Dendrobium Phalsenopsis after
many years and when only a few plants
were known fills a great space in the
orchid world, flowering in November and
December, when dendrobe flowers are the
most scarce, and also in the spring.
They will grow well, but must have
plenty of light and heat, and the flower
spikes will be produced in abundance
from the summit of the bulbs, the spikes
consisting of twenty or more large flow-
ers of various colors charming in effect
when used cut separately or mixed with
other orchids.

Odontoglossums crispum, Pescatorei,
etc., were barely known in 1870 and
today they are grown by the hundred
thousand. Such strides has the culture
of this genus made that where one p'ant
was grown less than twenty years ago
now whole houses are devoted to these,
the most chaste and beautiful of the
orchidaceous family, embracing, as it
does, so many lovely and graceful forms.
These have proven of such easy culture
that I hope the day is not far distant
when no gentleman who has a green-
house will be without his collection of
odontoglossums and masdevallias.

The masdevallias are a class which ap-
peal more to the gardener than to the
florist, but no collection of orchids should
be without them. Grown under the same
conditions as applied to odontoglossums
they thrive well and have increased
largely during the past few years.
Twenty years ago I knew of about half a
dozen species worth growing. Mrs.
Ames' collection today comprises more
than one hundred varieties exclusive of
our own houses. A north house with a
temperature of 5.5° by day, falling in se-
vere weather to 45°, suits them exactly.
Keep them well to the light with plenty
of moisture, atmospheric as well aa at
the roots.

And Miltonias, the genua which now
embraces the types originally known as
Odotoglossum vexillarium and Roezlii.
How well I remember in the spring of
1872 when I was with that indefatigable
grower, John Seden, then as now in
Messrs. Veitch's, when Chesterton
f)rought one case of vexillariums, out of
which about seventy-two plants were
saved. That was the Fcnsation of the
time, the famed scarlet odontoglot.
VVallis and RoezI had failed in previous
attempts to deliver this plant alive, and
these therefore were the first to survive
the journey from their niitiye habitat.
Where and how to grow them was the
question. They were tried ciiutiously in
several positions and wiilclud carefully
through that summer with molturly
care, and by Fefjruary of 1873 the first
Miltonia vcxillnria flowered in eiiltiya-
tion and was sold for one hundred dol-
lars, since which time, owing to collect-

ors exercising more care, importations
have occurred without much difficulty
and the culture of these plants has in-
creased rapidly. The flowering season
now extends from February to August
and nnmerous fine varieties are con-
stantly appearing. But the marvel of
the past three years is the hybrid Mil-
tonia Bleui splendens.the result of a cross
between M. vexillaria and M. Roezlii. It
was raised by M. Bleui in Paris and
Veitch, London, in 1889 90. The flowers
are about four inches across vertically,
lip about three inches across, the sepals
and petals white, suffused rosy purple,
the lip white with fan- tailed red and
brown blotch in front of disc, which is
yellow with deeper lines on crest. This
plant flowers in April and lasts over one
month in perfection.

Calanthes are another genus which has
responded to intellieent cultivators very
rapidly since the time Mr. Dominy pro-
duced that beautiful hybrid, C. Veitchii,
which was the result of fertilizing C. ves-
tita with Limatodes rosea, and which at
that period was hailed as the coming dec-
orative orchid. Since that time, however,
many new and valuable species have been
imported; these in turn have been sub-
mitted to the hybridist's art and the
result is marvellous for calanthes. Great
activity has of late been displayed in the
raising of these hybrid calanthes, and suc-
cess has been achieved in the production
of the darkest and richest forms not even
dreamt of ten vears ago, and the good
work is still going on.

Coeloeynes, though not yielding to the
hybridist's skill as yet, have made won-
derful advances. They will grow like
weeds and will flower equally free. They
are easily increased and will respond gen
erously to proper treatment. To those
who have not tried them in baskets or
pans suspended near the glass I would
recommend thatthey try it. Such plants
when in flower amply repay anj' trouble
and can be used as decorative plants
either on stands or suspended from brack-
ets. Maxima and Leonoreana are desir-
able kinds, as also the pure white form
hololeuca, which is of exceeding easy cult-
ure. From twelve bulbs received seven
years ago we have one plant today four
feet in diameter and two more which are
nearly two feet across. It is a variety 1
can thoroughly recommend, it being ab-
solutely white and a charming mass
when in flower.

No genus has attracted the attention of
people so much as cypripcdiums. Large
quantities of these plants have from time
to time been imported, including among
the most notable the stately Rothschild-
iana, the distinct and highly colored
Chamberlaini, the spotted bcllatulum,
the Shuttleworthi, which eclipses the
Spice'i-inum and others equally beauti-
ful. When I was with Mr. Seden in 1872
there were three hybrid cypripediums and
one selenipedium which had flowered up
to that time, since which time so many
people have become interested in them
that new seedlings are appearing so rap-
idly that it is now impossible to keep a
record. The most unique and valuable
species to-day are without doubt Stonei
platyt.-enum and Fnireanum and the
most valuable varieties are C. Lawreiice-
anum Ilyeanum and C. insi^iie Sandera?,
the golden form of insigne and to nie the
most charming of them all. It would be
imposMiblc to enumerate all the beautiful
hybrids which have been produced, but I
must not omit the grand hybrid Mor-
gnn;c, which approaches nearest to the
rare and unique platyt.-enum and stands
I to-day number one. liveryone should

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grow cypripediums. There is no time
from January 1 to December 31 when
you are without flowers and when cut
they will last a long time in good condi-
tion.

There are still many more examples
which could be cited to prove the progress
made in the development of orchids, in
oncidiums, phalaenopsis, phajus, cymbid-
iums, etc. But for the present enough
has been shown to demonstrate that
there is an increasing demand, also to
prove that the people are becoming more
and more interested and also more enthu-
siastic in their desire for instruction and
to become more conversant with the
many marvels which from time to time
are developed.

\0lf^ Roses for Cut Bloom
^' Winter.

Ed. Am. Florist: Will you favor one
of your European subscribers with infor-
mation on the following points regarding
the forcing of roses for cut bloom in win-
ter:

1. What is themaximumdistancefrom
the glass at which roses may be success-
fully forced in winter — locality well open?

2. What distance apart should tea
roses be planted apart on the benches.

3. Which are the best red tea or hy-

brid-tea roses for forcing, combining vigor,
good color, erect stems, freedom of bloom
and continued bearing?

4. How does the planting out in beds
answer as compared with benches?

Belgium. H.

[Mr. John N, May has kindly prepared
the following answers. — Ed.]

1. This will have to be regulated ac-
cording to the variety grown; for very
tall growing varieties such as Mermet,
Bride, Bridesmaid and others of that class
an average distance of from four to five
feet from the glass, but for dwarfer grow-
ing varieties such as Niphetos and others
of that class they are better if placed say
two, or two and a half feet from the
glass. The great thing to consider is to
place them so that they get full exposure
to all the sunlight possible.

2. The best distance we have found in
our long experience in this is about an
average of tilteen inches each way for
nearly all the varieties that are forced for
market in this country. Some of course
can plant them a little closer where the
plants do not grow so stiong.

3. The variety that in this country to-
day takes first rankinthis way is Meteor.
This is almost identical in color with Jac-
queminot, it requires, though a ratber
higher temperature than the ordinary tea
roses. The next in point of merit, and in
fact in many respects the superior of the
above, is Souvenir de Wooiton. This has
all the qualities that the other possesses
and combines with them a nice fragrance
and is certainly a freer bloomer, though
not quite so deep in color.

4. For the winter months we cannot
procure so many buds on a given space of
beds as from the benches, however aftera

long and careful trial of both t.yo,.eujs wc
have come to the conclusion tbat it does
not pay to have permanent benches at
the price at which roses are sold in this
country today, though for spring and
summer use the beds are certainly prefer-
able to the benches. Tnere is one system
bv which this can be obviated or rather
overcome to a certain extent, viz: to
build up walls on the sides sufficiently
high to bring the plants within the re-
quired distance of the glass, a wall of con-
crete, plank or brick, nlang in the same
with very large stones at the bottom,
gradually reducing until they come with-
in five or six inches of the top, over this
place crocking or anything you like to
keep the soil Irom workingdown in under
the stones, and on this place the soil and
plant the roses. If provision is made in
constructing tne side walls to carry air
chambers tnrough it it is also advisable,
as it admits of more air at the base, there-
by helping to dry up any surplus of
moisture that might be carried down the
strata of stones, and at the same time
helps to conduct a little warmth to the
roots. This, as your correspondent will
see, is a modification of the ordinary
planted out beds, and plants properly
treated under such conditions will last tor
several years and if carelully handled will
produce large and abundant cropof flow-
ers. John N. May.

Which Are the Most Profitable Varieties
of Roses For Winter Forcing.

BY JOHN BURTON.

\A paper prepared and read before ike Philadel-
phia florists' Llub at its J-ebntary jiieeting ^

I shall no doubt fail to answer this to
the satisfaction of you all, for I suppose
you expect me to name varieties, and this
I cannot do, as in my experience no one
kind has been continuously more profita-
ble than some others. If it is intended
that the answer ot this be asked as a
guide for future planting, I would unhesi-
tatingly say, the most profitable roses
are those you can grow best, of course
confining the varieties to those known to
be salable.

One great mistake growers make, is to
think that because Iheirneighboris grow-
ing some rose well and prooably making
something out of it, they must go into it
as the only means of making money. It
is well enough to try other varieties but
if after a reasonable test they do not suc-
ceed, drop them at once. In the present
state of the Philadelphia market there is
plenty of opportunity tor a man to grow
specialties, or a few varieties in quantity,
and this I believe to be the best plan,
where the market is large enough to use
big lots of one kind. Waere a man has a
special trade that requires him to fur-
nish a great number ot sorts it will some-
times pay him to grow kinds that hecan-
not handle so well and profitably as
others. He may be located in a small
town where it is necessary to have several
kinds in stock; he may have a store and
use all his own flowers there; or he may
sell his entire product to one retail florist,
who wishes him to supply a large variety.
But when near a large town or market
let him select the few varieties he can
grow best and I believe he will secure the
most profit in this way.

I personally know of several places
where one variety has been grown better
than others tor several years and yet they
have not confined themselves to these
kinds but have attempted to try others
because some one near was growing them
well and presum^ibly with a profit. In
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grown for three years in a small house,
there being something about the soil or
treatment, perhaps both, that it seemed
to like, this being by far the best paying
house on the place each year, the proprie-
tor wishing during the flowering season
that his whole place was in this rose.
But why was it not all in this kind? Be-
cause he had been told that some one was
getting fifty cents for Beauties, while he
was only getting ten for La France, or he
had visited some place where an extra
good house of Brides and Mermets was
just in crop with apparently more profit
in sight than his La France house would
bring him. Seeing these results he comes
home determined to try his hand again
with these varieties, hoping next year to
get the big crop of Br-.des and Mermets
and the high price for American Beauties.
I do not say that Brides and Mermets
could not be grown on this place, but 1
do say that with the same soil and treat-
ment they have not done as well or been
as profitable as La France, although there
had been more money spent and more
care taken to made them a success.

I do not for a moment advocate depend-
ing only on one variety and not trying
new or old sorts that have not yet been
tested on the place, but I do contend that
in a majority of cases the rose that does
the best with the grower will be the best
for him to grow. If it were possible to sec
into the future and tell which would be
the fashionable rose, which the favorite
color, or if some particular variety would
be scarce and in great demand, it would
be easier to tell the sorts to plant for
profit, but as this information can only
be guessed at I would say do not be
gui Jed too much by what you Ihink will
be fashionable or scarce.

Referring to the original question I will
attempt to show how impossible it is to
answer it directly by mentioning some of
the large growers for the New York mar-
ket. It has been reported, with what
truth I do not know, but still I think it
▼ery probable, that Mr. John Taylor's
most profitable roses for several seasons
were Watteville and Cusin; Messrs. Pier-
son were most successful with Meteor,
and with Mr. Nash American Beauty was
most profitable. Here we have four differ-
ent kinds all going to the same market
yet each showing most profit lor different
establishments.

Not being able to give a decisive answer
to the question selected by you for dis-
cussion I have taken the liberty of giving
a little advice for which I trust you will
pardon me.

Carnation Notes,

We arc now comine into those bright
•pring days when all the ventilation is
needed that it is possible to give the
bouses. If your house* arc not arranged
to ventilate nt the top and the bottom or
sidcii it will pay you well to lake cHit every
alternate glaiis nt or near to the bott<ini
and arrange it so that they can iKquickly
removed and put back. There is nothing
will help keep your carnations in n
healthy, vigorous and blooming condi-
tion at thin season of the year so much
as plenty of good fresh air, and when we
get those mild spring-like days it is t>cst

applied at both the top and the bottom
so as to produce a good free circulation.
Don't be alarmed if there is a breeze blow-
ing over the plants providing that breeze
is moderately warm. An old work on the
growth and habits of plants that is filled
with good practical points says the me-
chanical action of a light breeze is benefi-
cial to plant growth and suggests that in
lieu of getting this in the greenhouse syr-
inging be adopted.

Care must be taken at this season with
the watering; plants will need consider-
able more water than during the winter
months; at the same time care should be
used that the soil is not over-wet on very
bright sunny days or you will have a rank
soft growth that will give you awfully
weak stemmed flowers.

Syringing should be done early in the
morning so that when the sun gets well
up on the houses it will have something
else to evaporate without calling on the
plants to supply the necessarv humidity
to the air. I do not think it advisable to
syringe twice a day unless you find indi-
cations of red spider. If you do it is best
to do it about noon when the sun is the
hottest and the spiders are most active; a
real good syringing then will destroy
more than either the early syringing or a
later one. If you do not have the spider
and find that the air in your houses is
getting too hot in spite of your good ven-
tilation, apply water to the paths and
sides of the houses in preference to using
it over the plants. These remarks are as
applicable to the young stock as to the
old blooming plants.

It is not unusual to find a superabund-
ance of side buds forming at this season
and if you wish to be on top of the pile
when your flowers are marketed it will
pay you well to pull them off. A three-
dollar-a-week boy can do this as well as
a more experienced hand can and besides
he will come in handy for many odds and
ends about the place and relieve yourreg-
ular hands over the busy spring rush.

Do you know that if you are propagat-
ing from plants that are grown for bloom
the very best cuttings you can have arc
those taken about this time when the
wood has been well hardened up by
plenty of sunshine; that is, providing you
have had suflicient ventilation on the
houses to keep them in good shape.

Albert M. Hukk.

Carnation Notes.

In the American Florist of Feb. 8,
page 600, Mr. Albert M.Herr,in his notes
on seedling carnations, says that inexpcr-
imenting on this line it will be well to rec-
ognize the fact that self-fecundation isab-
liurrcnt to nature, and that much better
seed can be produced and the seed produce
better plants if they are artificially lerlil
izcd. Now is this a fact? \Vc have rea-
sons to doubt it liec.'uisc we have ample
evidence that self-lccundation is not ab-
horrent in nature, (or so much of oursecd
is produced by self-lertiliz.-ition that na-
ture answers this (jucHtion. If we only
look carefully into the different speciis of
plants that are self-fertilizing, we wilhiiul
they abound on every hand.

Take the I>cguminos;u family, it is self-
fcrtilizing, and it has existed lor thous-
ands of years, and not (kgenirated, for
(lid not lisau sell his birthright for a mess
of pottage ol lentils and is not the lentil
as good to-day as it was then. It is a
sell-fertilizing plant. The ])ulse family are
all Bell-fertilizers, and emhroccs some of
the most twnutiful trees, shrubs and
lilants. The cereals arc nearly all close
Icrtilizers.

Examine a canna closely and you will
find the foliage is all over the stigma be-
fore the flower has a chance to be crossed.
I saw a bed of Mme. Crozy cannas from
seed last year equal to the named parent,
showing it would take very little care to
introduce a race of cannas that would
come true from seed, and it is doubtful if
a lot of Mme. Crozy cannas of that sort
is n. 't now on the market.

It is crossing that gives diversity and
uncertainty to our seedling. We are con-
tinually confounding plant life operations
with those ot animal life; really they bear
little relation to each other. If we look
carefully into nature, we will find cross-
tcrtilization the exception and not the
rule, and no abhorrence or degeneration
is apparent. I might go on and name
many soecies of plants that do not cross,
nor really have they any opportunity to
cross.

If Caesar carnation was grown in a cli-
mate like California where it could stand
the winter, grown apart from other sorts
of carnations, by careful selection of the
best no doubt a race of carnations could
be produced that would come true from
seed.

Selection is of greater importance than
hybridizing or crossing. Hybridizing spe-
cies produces new combinations. Then the
work of selection and improving begins.
Having an ideal in your mind then select
to bring the flowersup toyour ideal. The
work is slow but sure. A. Gilchrist.

Sleepy dinations.

I experimented with two houses of car-
nations this winter. Noticing that most
ot the growers advocate a night temper-
ature of 55° to 60° I grew one house at
that temperature, and one at 45° to 50°.
I also used liquid cowmauureoncea week
in the warmer house. Thecarnationscut
from the warmest house were the finest
carnations I ever grew, averaging about
2% inches, many measured SVa inches, but
as the Philadelphian says, they were
sleepy and one day in a house tempera-
ture of 75° to 80° was all they would
stand and complaints were universal,
while the flowers from the cool house,
though not quite so large, would last in
the same house three to four days.

The ([uestion that arises is can we force
carnations or had we better grow them
cool and have a lasting flower.

Glens Falls, N. Y. A.J. B.

Keeping (^^.a.itiej ui Carnations.

Referring to the keeping qualities of
carnations Mr. Dorner said in conversa-
tion with the writer at Indianapolis that
he found the flowers that kept tlie best al-
ter being cut were those of varieties that
produced but little ])()llcn or in which
there was sonic delect ol the reproductive
organs that prevcntid self-fertilization.
As soon as fertilization takes place the
flower begins to go to sleep and to make
flowers last well this must be prevented
or delayed.

New York.

A very pleasant feature nt the March
meeting of the l-'lorists' Club was the in-
Ht.illation of I'residcnt O'Mara and Vice-
I'resident Asmus.both of these gentlemen
having been prevented by sickness from
attendance nt the previous meetings of
the year. The retiring president, Mr.
Manda, in introducing his successor,
thanked the menibersand especially those
who had served on committees for their
support through the jiast year and was

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glad to state that the organization was
strong financially and numerically nearly
double what it was one year ago, pre-
dicting that the coming year would be
the most prosperous in their history. In
responding Mr. O'Mara promised to do
all in his power forthe club's welfare, sac-
rificing his private interests where neces-
sary for the good of the organization and
hoping for the same hearty support that
had been accorded his predecessors. The
other officers-elect followed with similar
sentiments.

The committee on the legality and ad-
visability of taking stock in or endorsing
the scheme of a proposed palm garden
made an adverse report, which was ac-
cepted. The question of a club headquar-
ters, which had been assigned to this
meeting, was alter discussion referred to
the executive committee. The committee
entrusted with the settlement of the
spring show question reported unfavora-
bly and their report was adopted. The
matter of a fall show was discussed and
finally left to the next meeting for deci-
sion. The inadequacy of the greenhouse
buildings in connection with the public
parks was also brought up and New
York's inferiority to other cities in this
respect commented upon with the result
that a committee of ten gentlemen was
appointed to agitate the matter and con-
fer with the park commissioners.

The introduction ot the subject of duties
on various imported plants and roots as
contemplated in the Wilson bill started
quite a flow of oratory, but the advocates
for protection on these goods soon dem-
onstrated that they were in a great ma-
jority, and those favoring the other view
obligingly abandoned the set-to, and so
the duty may go on without molestation
as far as the New York florists are con-
cerned. A proposition from the Farmers'
Club looking to co-operation between
that body and the Florists' Club in giving
exhibitions and public lectures in a man-
ner similar to that pursued by the Massa-
chusetts Horticultural Society was re-

ferred to the executive committee. Four
new members were admitted.

Among the new and interesting palms
shown for the first time at the spring ex-
hibition of the United States Nurseries
were Pritchardia Thurstonii and Cham-
iedorea Pringlei. Phytelephas macro-
carpa, the Ivory Palm of South America,
which is not yet in the trade here, is be-
lieved to have a bright future as a com-
mercial decorative plant. It is a very
rapid grower, specimens less than two
years old being already three to four feet
high and the foliage is exceedingly grace-
ful. Cocos Botyracea is another valuable
introduction from South America. In its
small state it is similar to Phoenix reclin-
ata. Another palm not yet in commerce,
but which promises to be a useful plant
for florists' use is Sabal glauca. There is
a fine young stock of this coming on.
Among Mr. Lager's South American col-
lections are a philodendron with large fo-
liage and yellowish variegation, and a
very showy tillandsia with richly colored
inflorescence and very dark blue flower.
Also several new ferns, among which are
two adiantums, one a free grower resem-
bling scutum, the other an odd looking
glaucus foliaged sort. Some seed of
Pteris tremula andSmithiana sowed here
recently seem to have got mixed, the re-
sult being a form intermediate between
these two, having the dark stems of
Smithiana, but not so stunted in habit
nor so deeplv crested as that variety.

Cut flower trade continues dull and the
remarkable warm summery weather pre-
vailing has brought in large quantities of
flowers which have been disposed of nec-
essarily in large lots at very low prices.

It will be perhaps cheering news for the
growers and others that ten Dutchmeu
landed from steamer Spaardam and are
now loose, starting the bulb season in
America. These gentlemen should have
due encouragement, not forgetting that
there are more of them to follow, so that
they may when they return home take
with them hearts full of love for our beau-

tiful country and its enterprising florists.

Have you noticed that in the Senate
finance bill they propose placing a duty
on orchids, lily of the valley, azaleas,
palms and decorative plants, etc.?

J. G. Hallock, for many years confi-
dential clerk for Theo. Pabst & Co., at
26 Barclay street, has been arrested,
charged with misappropriating the sum
of $65,839 of the firm's money and
thereby causing its recent assignment.

Philadelphia.

The February meeting of the Florists'
Club was well attended and the proceed-
ings were of much interest to those pres-
ent. Two new members were elected, and
reports of committees showed that the
work in connection with the next conven-
tion was progressing favorably. Mr.
Burton's paper on "The most profitable
roses for winter forcing," was the feature
of the evening and caused considerable
discussion. [It appears elsewhere in this-
issue. — Ed.] In the discussion that fol-
lowed W. Smith said "Mr. Burton is
right, grow what pays the best and does
the best for you." Mr. Heacock said,
"Mr. Burtonhasput it in a nutshell." On
being asked a question about Meteor Mr..
Burton said it was as profitable as other
tea roses and while it did not open very
well in dark weather in midwinter it was-
no worse in this respect than most roses;
it wanted more heat than most varieties.
Mr. Becker said that he felt he was a
small turnip in the patch, but he had been
acting on Mr. Burton's advice and had
been doing best by sticking to those va-
rieties that he seemed to be most success-
ful with.

Some discussion as to the eflFect of the
new move of John Wanamaker in open-
ing a cut flower department was indulged
in and expressions both of approval and
otherwise were called forth, it seeming to
be the general impression, that it would
work no injury to the growers and little
if any to the dealers.

President Lonsdale gave a short ac-
count of his trip west and spoke in glow-
ing terms of the show and the work of
the convention. He had paid a visit to
Mr. Dorner's carnationary and said that
he was without doubt the foremost car-
nation grower in this country. He par-
ticularly mentioned the Stuart as Mr.
Dorner had it and thought it a very
fine variety. Goldfinch had a very
stout stem but the flowers were rather
undersized and there was not enough
life in the color; it seemed very pro-
lific. Mr. Dorner used a great deal of
manure in his soil, about half which
would be ruinous with us here, but
the western soil seemed much lighter and
could stand this enriching. Mr. Walter
Coles' place was also visited and Kaiser-
ins were seen which were a revelation to
the visitor. They were growing in beds
in the ground with pipes through the soil
to give a slight bottom heat; the flowers
were borne on very long stems and were
larger than any Beauties he had ever seen;
they were the perfection of form and truly
magnificent in every respect. Mr. E. G.
Hill's place was inspected but not much
in flower was seen as his establishment
was a plant and not a flower factory.
Mr. Hill is agreat manufacturer of plants,
but can also set his machinery to turn
out some winners in the cut flower line,
as is evidenced by the trophies he has on
exhibition.

The carnation show of the Chester
County Carnation society was opened in
the third story of Wanamaker's Grand
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were about ten thousand flowers ar-
ranged in vases with from one dozen to a
hundred blooms in a vase. The most nu-
merous variety was Portia, of these there
were quite a few vases of really fine
blooms. Ocher standard sorts were L.
McGowan, Hinze's White, Wilder, Anna
Webb, Buttercup and Tidal Wave, which
latter looked as good as any. There was
also a lot of seedlings, pinks of promise
some of them, and others anything but
promising. Many of them looked as if a
little Chester county air was needed to
move their drooping spirits. Messrs. C.
H. .\llen and Dailledouze Bros, of New
York, brought over and staged some
flowers. Bouton d'Or by Dailledouze was
very fine. Wm. Scott, Mme.Albertiniand
Daybreak from Mr. Allen were also excel-
lent flowers. Fine vases of Helen Keller
and Grace Battles, exhibited by Edwin
Lonsdale, also added beauty to theshow.
Nathan Smith & Son of Adrian, Mich.,
sent a few Mapledales, a sort of Daybreak
pink, and H. E. Chitty exhibited Spartan
and several others.

The flowers were arranged on stage ta-
bles with three steps, such as are used to
show off bric-a-brac, and the effect was
good. The flowers were for the most
part arranged the night before and many
of them presented the proverbial sleep v
appearance by the noon hour. If some of
the professors with the long prefixes and
affixes would analyze this tired feeling
which seems hereditary to so many car-
nations and let up on the bugs and other
bugbears for a time, something might be
done. What value is a carnation that
goes to sleep within twenty four hours
after it is cut? Such a flower is a source
of annoyance to every one who handles
it, the grower, the dealer and the most
important of all, the consumer, are alike
disappointed and in most cases their ex-
pressions are anything but divine. We
■will guarantee that the entire expenses of
a meeting of the Carnation Society that
will give us a remedy for this defect, no
matter where it is found, will be gladly
borne by the florists of thiscity. All other
questions are as nothing compared to
this, for if the people lose confidence in the
carnation, the society will soon pass out
of existence.

The exhibits were renewed on Saturday
and the show as a whole was a very cred-
itable one. Mr. Dorner sent a vase of the
new variety The Stuart, which arrived in
fairly good' condition. Bouton d'Or was
the only kind that lived throughout the
show; it presented quite a fresh appear-
ance on Saturday afternoon. Eureka, a
new bright pink exhibited by Thompson
BroB. of Kcnnctt Square looked well, as
did vases of Sweet Brier and Ophelia.
The Chester County society deserves a
great deal of credit for this show which
cost them considerable and for which they
received nothing directly in return, if we
may except the pleasure it gave the visit-
ors. Even the press let them severely
alone, asthcre was not alinein any of the
papcra except the iniid advertisement in
Wanamaker'a regular columns.

Bufinesa has been very quiet the past
week and prices have taken a tumble, in
feet they have gone all to pieces. It was
reported to >>c hard to get even the fakirs
to take stock at almost nothing, koscs,
such as good Brides and Mcrmets, going
for less than one drillnr u hundred, is
enough to make the average grower sick.
The Uikirs said they couldn't give them
away.

The regular quoted prices arc.Mermcts,
Brides, La I'r.-ince anfl Meteors, $4. to $0;
Wattcvillcs, Cuslns, I'crlcs, fVonticrs, Ni-
pbetos, $3 to $4; Beauties and Belles, $10

to $20; Laings, $25; Brunners, $30 to
$40. All these prices become very pliable
on the slightest inclination of the buyer
to invest in any quantity. Carnations
sell at from $1 to $1.50 and $2 for the
fancies. Valley is $2 to $3, daffys $3 to
$4; tulips while not at all plentiful seem
very hard to sell at from $3 to $5; sweet
peas are in and sell for $2 per hundred.

There promises to be an immense stock
of Easter plants, and while most florists
are not praying for tine weather now as
in most cases the stock is too far ad-
vanced, they are all hoping that old Prob.
will do something grand the week follow-
ing.

A visit to the growers finds many places
with the sheds full of lilies, azaleas, and
other stock being kept back as much as
possible, while the houses are covered
with mats or slats or a thick cover of
white wash and the air all on. The ex-
ceptionally warm weather has upset cal-
culations and makes it especially hard
for the grower of Easter plants. Robert
Craig, who has five thousand plants of
lilies in good shape, says he will not grow
so many again. The price has got so low
that it does not pay for the trouble they
take to get them all in on time. They
have to be sorted so often and moved
from one house to another, some to be
kept cool and others hot, perhaps to the
detriment of other stock, that at the
present price they do not pay, and this
seems to be the experience of all the large
growers.

Easter stock is situated about as fol-
lows: Mr. Harris has a good lot of lilies,
hydrangeas, spireeas, hyacinths, pot lilacs,
and is especially strong on genista; his
stock of this last is particularly fine in
all sizes, and a fine lot of valley in pots.
Mr. Craig has the largest stock of lilies
and they are fine. He is easily first in
quantity of azaleas (about 5,000 plants)
and his Astilbecompacta is excellent, best
we have seen. Daffs in pots and tulips in
pans, as well as hyacinths, he has in im-
mense quantities. Jacob Becker has fine
hydrangeas, lilies, azaleas, and his roses
in pots, such as PlanLier, Magna and
Brunner are extra fine. He has the rose
market almost to himself. G. Anderson
has a big lot of hydrangeas, for which he
is famous, and a lot of lilies. Griffin Bros,
of Frankford,have fine lilies, hydrangeas,
hyacinths and some pot roses. Chas.
Evans has a big lot of lilies, hydrangeas
and spiraea. J. W. Colflcshhascarnations
in pots, azaleas, lilies and daffis. H. A.
Dreer has a great many azaleas, mostly
in small sizes.

It is estimated that there will be about
60,000 plants of longiflorumand Ilarrisii
ready for Easter. Lilies arc now oflering
at from K to lOcenls per flower, noctiarge
for plant; 10 is the price held by most
growers for good stock. SpirtXa $25 to
$;M- per hundred, 6 to 8-incli pots; hy-
drangeas 50 cents to $1.50, in G to H and
0-inch pots; azaleas40 cents to $1 and $2
for the most pojjular sizes in 5 to H-inch
pots; genistas 50 cents to $2.50 for the
popular sizes, 6-inch bringing 75 cents to
$1, extra large $3 to $5; hv.ninlhs $s to
$10 in 4-inch pots; tulips 50 cents for
pots of 12; valley 50 cents for pots con-
taining about 26 pips. K.

Boston.

The monthly meeting of the Gardeners'
and I-lorists' Club on the evening of
March 6 was unusually well iittended,
the great attraction licing the announce-
ment that Mr.Wm.Kohinson would rend
H paper on Progress in orchid culture.
Mr. Robinson's uajK-r is presented on an-

other page in this issue. After he had fin-
ished reading he said that he noticed sev-
eral orchid fanciers present and that if
they had any questions thej* would like
to ask he was ready to be tackled.

In reply to an inquiry by Wm. Martin
regarding the length of life of a cattleya
under cultivation he answered "from time
until eternity."

Mr. Wm. Ingraham, representing Hugh
Low & Sons of England being present
was called upon, but responded with con-
siderable reluctance, he being a very mod-
est man. He said he would like to see the
orchid question taken up more generally
by florists than it is.

Jackson Dawson claimed to know noth-
ing about orchid cultivation. He had,
he said, a few hanging on the wall at the
end of his greenhouse and his experience
was that he could knock more fun out of
a dozen orchids than out of any other
class of plants that could be mentioned.
His method of cultivation was very sim-
ple— when he passed with the hose if the
plants looked dry he gave them a slap
with it, if not he let them alone; there
was no time of the year but what he had
a couple of plants in bloom. He had once
tried to kill a Dendrobium nobile by dip-
ping it in a manure barrel every other
day, but he did not succeed, and it is a
big fellow now.

In reply to a question as to the advisa-
bility of leaving the tissue on the pseudo-
bulbs of cattleyas or pulling them off to
prevent scale harboring underneath it,
Mr. Robinson said that the tissue is a
protection to the tender bulbs and was
intended to stay there until the bulbs
were thoroughly ripe, but as of two evils
it is always best to select the lesser, he
would advise the removal of the tissue if
scale should appear, as the scale is the
greater evil.

The discussion was participated in by
David Allan, M. H. Norton, James
Wheeler and others, the general sentiment
seeming to be favorable to a more exten-
sive cultivation of orchids for commercial
purposes.

Saturday evening, March 10, was a
gala occasion for abouttwenty-fiveof the
boys, who by a preconcerted arrange-
ment gathered in the banquet hall of the
Thorndyke Hotel. As all such reunions
have a special end in view, so in this case
the object sought was to make formal
recognition of many past favors received
and to pay present respects to their
friend, that prince of jolly good fellows,
Mr. Edward Hatch of plant auction fame.
The important duty of capturing this
gentleman and enticing him to the feast
was entrus*^ecd to Mr. M. H. Norton, a
gentleman well qualified to act in this
capacity. So whin at the appointed
hour the guest of tlicevcning was ushered
in and beheld the gatlicringof old friends,
the tables laden with llowers and other
evidences of coming liil.-irity it was with
genuine surprise depicted on his counte-
n.-ince, and it was not until he had been
been placed in the seat of honor find his
eve rested on the spccini decorations of
the hill of fare placed before his admiring
eyes tli.it he began to t.ike in the situa-
tion and remarked "AI-! 1 begin to see."
All the boys were there. President
Welch of the'G. & 1'. Club presided and
.'it his left sat the indispensable tonstmas-
ter in the person of Hon. C. W. Iloitt,
who came armed with apt quotations
from fiimoua authors both ancient and
modern wherewith to introduce the vari-
ous spenkers and at the same time call
attention to their individual characteris-
tics. So from the introductory, "I'm
from New Hampshire, gentlemen," but

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"What are these,
So withered and so wild in their attire;
That look not like the inhabitants o'

earth,
And yet are on't?"
to the closing "Our revelsnow are ended"
there was a continuous intellectual as
■well as material feast.

After the coffee had been served Mr.
Welch arose, tapped upon his plate with
a knife, buttoned up his coat and having
struck a proper attitude started the cere-
monies by introducing the toastmaster,
who as soon as he had got his hands in
his pockets and began to talk, was inter-
rupted by Mr. Norton, who, turning to
Mr. Hatch and addressing him in a few
congratulatory words, presented him, on
behalf of his gardener and flr>rist friends,
with a beautiful diamond ring. The
recipient was caught for ouce where
words were hard to find, a rare occur-
rence in an auctioneer's life, but he man-
aged to express briefly and feelingly his
deep appreciation of the occasion, where-
upon he was pronounced in vociferous
chorus to be "all right."

Judge Hoitt followed with a poem of
much merit as a literary production,
aside from the aptness of its references to
the virtues and the failings of the individ-
uals present, the central idea being
"Then here's to Hatch, our genial guest!

Drink quick, for no one knows

When the auctioneer'! replace the guest,

And then the whole lot goes."

Interspersed between the speeches the
proceedings were enlivened by Warren
Ewell's harmonica solos, W. J. Haynes'
piano selections, Elijah Wood's songs
and last, but not least, Mr. Ireland's deli-
cious punch, generously contributed by
that gentleman. Like all good sensible
Boston gatherinj s the party broke up in
time for the eleven p. m. trains.

The lecture at Horticultural Hall on
March 10 was by Mr. Sylvester Baxter,
ex-secretary of the Metropolitan Park
commission, who gave an interesting ac-
count of the work of that commission
and a description of the grand additions
recently made to Boston's great public
pleasure grounds in the form of over seven
thousand acres ot forest reservations, in-
cluding the Middlesex Fells to the north
of thecity and thcBlue Hills to the south-
waid, also the plans for further acquisi-
tions to the park system in the immedi-
ate future. On theexhibition tables were
a collection of unusually fine hybrid roses
from James Comley, Cherokee roses, Cyp-
ripedium parviflorum, etc., from C. J.
Dawson of the Bussey Institution, and a
plant of Dendrobium nobile nobilius from
C. F. Lunt. A. H. Fewkes also showed
a vase of Antirrhinum majus which ex-
ceeded in beauty any outdoor grown
specimen, and called attention to the mer-
its of this flower as a forcing variety.

George Wilson'sgreenhouses at Maiden
are worthy of a visit just now, as there
are 50,000 or more Ulrich Brunners in
splendid condition and various stages of
forwardness, the prospects for a big Eas-
ter cut of this favorite variety being ex-
cellent.

Miss Flora Welldon, daughter of N. S.
Wax, the florist, who has just returned
from Europe, has given her Boston friends
an opportunity to hear her sing. She has
a superb voice, highly cultivated, and is
assured of a brilliant future. Mr. Wax
may be pardoned for feeling very proud.

Strangers in town: August Rolker,
New York; Wm. Swan, Charlestown, N.
H.; Wm. Ingraham, London; and H. J.
Goermans, Hillegom, Holland.

Chicago.

The market last week was quite active.
Although no great scarcity of any one ar-
ticle can be reported yet almost every-
thing in salable condition is cleaned out
by night The demand for good stock in
roses is particularly brisk, and carnations
also are in good demand. Violets sell
well, and are disposed of in large quanti-
ties but often at very low figures. Bulb-
ous stock remains inactive, but shows
some sign of improvement. Valley is in
fair demand and some extra good stock
sent in by Mr. Jurgens is noted. Tulips
are very slow, but daflfs are in better de-
mand. Dutch hyacinths also are more
freely called for. Of these we find some
very fine stock at present. Smilaxis look-
ing up. The season for spring openings
of our leading mercantile establishments
is at hand, and smilax, which has been
relegated to obscurity for months past,
will form an important part of decora-
tions for such purposes. There is also an
improved demand for galax leaves, but
these latter are getting scarce and are of
very poor quality, as the season for them
is over.

Prices are nearly the same as reported
last week. Beauties, long stemmed, in
very limited quantity, $3 per doz. for the
best, $2 for seconds, short from 50 cents
to $1. Hybrids are in fair supply and
good demand. Brunners and Laings $3
to 4, second quality $2. Jacques come in
quite freely, the best bringing $2, seconds
$1 to $1.50. La France, Mermets and
Brides, $3 to $4-. Pedes, Gontiers and
Woottons, $2 to $3. Since Jacques have
become more plentiful Meteor is in less de-
mand and has dropped to $4. Some mag-
nificent Gontiers are sent in by Geo.
Klehm. These find a ready sale at $4.

Carnations, stock average quality, com-
mon sorts $1, fancy $1.50 to $2. Violets,
the best quality sells at $1 per 100, but
large quantities go at $3 to $5 perl, 000.
Harrisii $4 to $6, valley $2 to $4, tulips
$3 to $4, Dutch hyacinths $4, Romans $2
to $3. Mignonette is offered freely and
meets with good demand. At Kennicott
Bros, we noted some extra fine Machet.

A very active shipping trade is reported.
Apparently the volume of trade in this di-
rection is Quite as large as last season,
and would seem to warrant the assump-
tion that the country trade is in a more
active state, than is the case in our larger
cities. Whether this theory be right or
not, we are unable to say, but we are in-
clined to the belief that the fact of the
great advantages of this city as a distrib-
uting center, is appreciated to a larger
extent by both the retailer and grower.
It is not an uncommon thing for a com-
mission man to receive a shipment of
stock from a grower in a country town,
and on the same day ship it back again to
a dealer in the very same locality.

The following personal letter was prob-
ably not intended for publication but is
too good to be wasted. And publicity
may help persuade Mr. Chad wick to take
out his papers too! "When in Washing-
ton recently I concluded to run down to
Mt. Vernon, and recharge my system with
a double dose of patriotism. Of course I
imagined that the current of the said pa-
triotism was as strong in the gardens
that George planted, as in the rooms
where Martha sewed on his buttons, so I
spent most of my time there. Mr. Frank-
lin A.Whelan, the gentleman in charge of
the gardens noticed my interest in its
contents, and from my strong personal
resemblance to Brother Craig, he mistook
me for a florist, and ventured to ask me
ifl was such. Standing over the buried

hatchet I could not prevaricate and
blushingly answered no, but remarked
that I have known one florist in Chicago
for several years. This opened up his
heart and subsequent developments in-
formed him that I jvas the humble secre-
tary of the Hort. Soc. of Chicago. Then
the place was hardly large enough to
hold me, and his courtesies culminated
with his presenting to the Hort. Soc. of
Chicago a gavel made of locust wood
grown on the place. Now if we can get
Pres, Chadwick to take out his naturali-
zation papers, and swing this gavel at
our meetings, good luck will follow us."
At a special meeting of the Horticult-
ural Society of Chicago, held Tuesday,
the 13th inst., the following self-explana-
tory resolutions were adopted:

Whereas, The Horticultural Society of Chi-
cago taking a deep interest in the welfare of the
Parks of our City, and believing that the excellent
results attained in them in the past are due to the
fact that political considerations have been ex-
cluded from their management, and that the pres-
ent standard and iurther progress can be main-
tained only by the continuance of such policy,
learns with dismay that one of the most thor-
oughly competent superintendents of one of our
principal parks, viz., Mr. J. A. Pettigrew, super-
intendent of Lincoln Park, is about to be removed
for political reasons; therefore be it

Resolved, That this Society express emphatic
disapproval of such displacement for such rea-
sons, believing that a most serious danger men-
aces our parks in the establishment of such a pre-
cedent, which will open the way to the removal of
the present experienced and competent emploj'es
of the parks that their places may be filled by
political incompetents, which cannot fail to result
in an immediate lowering of the standard hereto-
fore maintained.

Resolved. That the members of this Society
have noted with pleasure the good work done by
Superintendent Pettigrew in Lincoln Park — work
that has shown broad knowledge of ornamental
horticulture and rare administrative ability, and
that the removal of such a man would prove a
most serious loss to our parks, in anv event.

Resolved, That the members of this Society, re-
gardless of individual political afi&liations, ear-
nestly protest against such removal, and against
the establishment of political qualifications as nec-
essary to the holding of positions in the service of
our parks.

The Florist Club at its last meeting
also adopted resolutions as follows:

^j Whereas, It has come to the knowledge of
the Chicago Florist Club that an attempt is being
made to secure the removal of Mr. J. A. Pettigrew
as Superintendent of Lincoln Park for political
reasons, and

Where.as, This Club, composed of members
of all shades of political faith, and including every
important florist in Cook County, views with
alarm any action that will tend to establish any
other qualifications than ability and fitness for the
place as essential to the tenure of such positions
as that held by Mr. Pettigrew, and

Whereas, This Club, composed of profes-
sional horticulturists, and feeling itself competent
to judge of such matters, is convinced that Mr.
Pettigrew is the ablest superintendent Lincoln
Park has ever had and that it is extremely doubt-
ful whether another man of equal ability could be
found to take his place, and surely none possess-
ing both the ability and the broad experience as
to the peculiar needs of Lincoln Park, which can
only come by years of conscientious study of exist-
ing conditions under which results must be ob-
tained, which experience has made possible the
splendid progress toward making Lincoln Park
what it ought to be during the last few years of
Mr. Pettigrew's superintendency; therefore be it

Resolved, That this Club place itself on record
as most vigorously opposed to the removal of Mr.
Pettigrew from the position he has filled with so
much credit to the profession, and that a copy of
these resolutions be forwarded to the Hon. Board
of Commissioners of Lincoln Park.

Buffalo.

Beautiful, bright balmy days abide with
us, which is very conducive to getting a
large lot of flowering plants in fine shape
for Easter. Although I hear of several
lots of lilies and azaleas that are a little
too previous there promises to be a fine
show here of all Easter stufi". Mr. Milley
has a fine lot of lilies just about right.
Mr. Sebastian Pickleman has a great
crop of bulbous stuff, which looks to be
the right age. Mr. Belsey has a fine lot of

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lilies and azaleas which will hit the mark
as near as possible. A very noticeable
feature of Mr. B's establishment is a
house of Mermets and Brides with a few
Woottons, although in a house which is
by no means the ideal rose house. The
plants are and have been all winter look-
ing remarkably fine for the space occupied.
An immense crop has been taken from this
house.

Mr. James Buxton of Niagara street
was next visited; his specialty is violets,
pot carnations and young palms. Mr.
B. says his violets have scarcely yielded
the crop of a year ago. His pot carna-
tions are fine and are bound to sell well
at any date. His favorite varieties for
pots are old Garfield, Puritan and Grace
Wilder.

A look in at the houses of Mrs. D. New-
lands near Forest Lawn showed us a fine
lot of lilies, azaleas, spiraeas, elc. in good
order for the coming holiday. As Mrs. N.
does a very large cemetery trade in the
spring a large proportion of her three
houses is occupied with plants for that
purpose.

Mr. Joseph H. Rebstock's fine houses
are wellfilled with Easter stuff, noticeably
azaleas and lilac: the latter have been
most successfully forced the whole winter,
Mr. Bishop, Mr. Rebstock's manager,
tells me it is no trick at all. They are im-
ported pot grown plants and force with
ease.

On my way home I called in on the
genial Christenson. His place is very gay
with flowering stuff, a grand lot of cinera-
rias in most excellent shape. Lilies with
15 to 16 buds and flowers a few days
eariier than is desirable. A mighty fine
lot ol azaleas but rather too early. How-
ever I am sure the veteran will manage to
bring them before the public on Easter
Eve in good order as he usually does.
His violets are in fine shape and has
helped pay for many little necessities —
some call them luxuries— this winter. I
was sorry to find Mr. Christenson suffer-
.ig from a sore throat; he treated it as a
tn''e and said it was caused by his holler-
ing to his Bermudas to stop growing
higher.

I finished up the afternoon at the Cold
Springs bouses of Wm. Scott. He has a
very large lot of most all kind of Easter
stock and seems to have hit the date
about right. I noticed afinelotof Dendro-
binm nooile well flowered for Easter and
which be feels sure will sell .is plants. He
isrows a thousand or twooi Lilium longi-
florum, three bulbs in a pot, which he
•ays are fine for cutting. Mr. S. says
cytisus is selling this year better than
ever, although he thinks it anything but
a good house plant. Several hands were
busy getting in flats of tulips, etc. to
come in after Easter; Mr. S. anticipates a
brisk and paying dc-mand for this sort of
stuff a little later on. He too I was sorry
to find in trouble with a much inflamed
left eye. I think it was the right that
was left all sound. lie assured me no one
<ir anything hnd struck it, not even ji
man, but he had strained it looking for
spikes of cuchnris flowers among the
beautiful foliage — spikes that never came.
Business at the stores is bound to feel
the Ijcnefit of this grand weather, and bo
they have; flowers and plants ha vemoved
off nicely at fair prices. Violets are plenti-
ful and s*} arc cnrnntions, but there won't
be many spoiled between now and Easter.
I intend to take n trip among the store
men this week, and shall next week tell
you all nlKiut their B|icci(iities.

Mr. I), n. Long is off again on another
trip to secure some wonders for the great
event. W. 8.

Baltimore.

At the club meeting little was thought
or talked of save the death of Mr. Robt.
J. Halliday, who was always au enthusi-
astic member, and for the first three
years of its existence was its president.
Resolutions were ordered, and the ban-
quet was indefinitely postponed.

As the annual election had to be held in
compliance with the constitution the
following officers were elected: President,
F. G. Burger, 1120 Greenmount avenue;
Vice-President, Wm. McRoberts, Jr.. 304
Aladison street.; Secretary, Wm. Feast,
22S N. Charles street; Financial Secre-
tary, Wm. Ekas, Carroll P. 0., Md;
Treasurer, Wm. Sands, corner North and
Baltimore street; Librarian, Chas. M.
Wagner, Woodberry, Baltimore county,
Md. Mack.

Holland, Mich. — Charles S. Dutton
has added a new house 20x80.

Bethel, Conn. — George E. Beard has
started a new florist business in this
town.

Highlands, N. Y. — The business hereto-
fore conducted by Mr. Adolph Folger will
be run hereafter by Mr.James P.Hayden.

Osage, Iowa. — A very interesting and
instructive paper on house plants and gar-
dening was read at the Farmers' Insti-
tute by Mr. Walter S. Hall, the florist.

Fall River, Mass. — Fire in one of the
greenhouses of Andrew M. Lee did $600
worth of damage to stock and about
$100 damage to building on February 9.
The building was covered by insurance,
but there was no insurance on stock.
The fire is thought to have been incen-
diary.

KaNSAS City, Mo. — W. J. Barnes, at
38th and Euclid avenue, has just finished
two new houses, one 12x50 and one
20x60, made necessary by his bid for
planting and decorating Troost Park be-
ing accepted. Mr. Barnes' houses are all
heated by steam and piped throughout
for water, which is obtained from a well
and cisterns.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

AdvertlBemenui under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of 10 cent* a line (seven worde) each inaer-
tlon. Caah must accfjrapany order. I'lant adve. not
admitted under this head.

UlTUATKi.N \VANTK1>-A« all runnil llorlHt; (rrow-
O InK rn»e». i-arniilloiiM, Ki'ncr:il »U>vX. frriiH. pulmw,
etx;. ; Its yenr»" i'.\p<TleM(;i'. K S. cart- Am. KlorlHt.

SlTl'ATION WANTF';!) lly a JounK sInKle (iennan.
Kyeani' expiTlL'iic; I'llhcr In cut lloworB or caUi-
lotfue tmde. (luml irlcrt-nreM on hand. Addri-HS

II H. ciin- .\iiicrlciui KlffrlMt, ChlcaK".

VITIATION WA.NTKIl A« xunli'ner and llnrlnt In
r> private plMcc: Fn-iir-h; S ycur« In this Lounlry,
nlLMUly. Bcilicr and liurieKt. ciood rurerfnceii.

Kl.i.lll!<r. I«>x 7.tl. Hay Midi'. I.. I.. N. V.

SITKATIOiN WANTKl) liy a conipi'tcnt tliirlnt and
veiii'tahle Knrdurier. thorouiilily i|ualllk'd tu Uiko
ohurueof Inntllullon or private pliicu, marrlvd; refcr-
enccft irood. II V\\ cnn- Ariirrli-an f lorl«t,

SITIATION WANTKl) lly luiiir, I., wurk In iin'i-ii.
houneii llcBl refiTiMi.c'n Iimiii iH'Miiiiirk and lliln
WMlnlry. .New York or Ni'w .ltT»iy prolcrred. Ad-
drcim NIKSK.S. im lilvlKlon M . .Ni'w VorkClly.

SITUATIO.N WANTKl)- i;ardeii(>r. nlhiili' man hav
Inn III yearn' exiM.*rlciice. well pouted in yrowliiK
ort'lilda. fornii. palmn. etc. ITlvale or commcriiliil.
Addreiui A I). I'lMin Kt . Knuikfonl. I'hlludrlphla.

SITIATHiN WA.VTKI" C.rinmer.lal i.r private
plare l»y yoiMiy !lorl«l; '.• yi-arn' i-xpt-rh.-tn'c. hpritkN
i;nmian and Kniilliili; have workeil :i ycar« In como-
lery i/rci-nhouwli, Kood referenreii Htule watfen.
Hi ijl II KKllT.ili; llciMjrvoIr Ave . .Mllwaukui'. Wll.

SITrATID.S WANTKIl Tlionmuli, practical llnrlnt.
licrmaii. married, one child ; llnil-clnim <rut llower
urowi-r. ronfn. cnninllofiM. chrynanlhcniuiiiM. etc.. and

Kcneral dt/M-k . clmrycof private pluci- hi catiti'rn hljit4'ii
,y April l.'.lh or .M.i) Int K Vi curi' Am, KP.rlnt.

SITI'ATHl.N WA.NTKI) An mannvi'r. foreman, or
hcailiiarilciiur In commi'rilal or private place:
(jertnan; thontHKhlr trxperlenccd In llorlal and honl-
culturo; Inmcal, nobor anil Kiaxt worker. <;oihI ri'Jor-

s

CJITCATION WANTED— By youns man as asslst-
O ant on large private place. Understands general
greenhouse work, grapes, etc.; has been 5 years In
present place and wishes a change. Good references.
Address Florist. Box 51o. Ashevllle. N. C.

ITUATION WANTED-By an euerKetlc. first class
single man, ns fi)reman; thurouuh experience In
all branches. Specialist lu rose and cut flower grow-
ing. Best references. Ready for engagement at any
time desired till July 1st. Please address

AM. Beai'TV. care American Florist.

CIlTt'ATION WANTKI>-By gardener and florist;
io married, no fanuly: Kngl'lsh; IT years experience;
well up in growing mscs, carnations, violets, chrys-
anthemums, and general stock ot plants. Private or
commercial: age:il. (itiod references. Address

J D, 1>1T West Main St.. Waterbury, Conn.

AJ^TEO— A good rose grower and propagator
with knowledge of mushroom culture. State
Canada, care of Am. Florist.

W

wages. Address

"\\^ ANTED — An experienced rose, carnation anti
W violet grower. Come well recommended. Only
first-class man need apply.

WiETOR Bros.. Highrldge. 111.

~\A^ANTED— Foreman for commerciai place; must
Vf be a practical florist, with years of experience
as growerin general Address

IHA G. Mahvix. Wllkes-Barre, Pa.

"ll^'ANTED— To buy or lease. A young, practical
>> fiorist. with Jl.aiO capital, would like to start in
business within '25 miles of Boston. Address will*
particulars. C K. \\\\ Charles St., Boston. Mass.

TT7ANTKD— A first-class working foreman to take
VV cliarge of 2U,0uU feet of glass, and grow roses,
carnations and general stock. Applicants please for-
ward references, and state wages expected.

\V. L. MuuKis, l)es Moines. Iowa.

"W^ANTED— A young man. German preferred, who
VV understands general greenhouse wt.)rk. Steady
employment. St^ite wages wanted including board
and lodging. Address .John B. Goetz,

Si) S. Waslilngton Ave., Saginaw, E. S., Mich.

"\\7 ANTED— An orchid, palm, fern and stove plant
VV grower; one who Is sober, well up In the busi-
ness, and will attend to Ills own department, and not
in any way interfere with men In utlier departments.
1 want a reliable man— none other need apply.

K. J. MENHEXHALL. Minneapolis. Minn.

WANTED— A PARTNER- To join nie growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of Anierlcun and foreign customers.
Trade already well estnblished and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohit.itii'nlwt preterred. Must be compe-
tent for the Itiislness. and free from bad iiablts.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a Hrst-ciasa open-
ing for the rlu'lit man.

Wii-ruEi) A. IJuoTHERTON, Rochester, Mich.

"cnru Aitieiicnn FlorlNt,

T' .

and heat. Ample grounds. Address

E T F. Sltl West -ilird St.. New Yc

10 IjEASE— Uot-liouse In Brooklyn. !;'> minutes from
New York City ferries. 20x2110 feet. Good light

F'

OR SAIJ5 OR TO LET— A vaiualde florist busi-
ness. For particulars address

jACon Mendel. Ixjck Box .VJ, Nyack, N. Y.

FOR SALE— One Kroescheil iuH water boiler -4x1'.'; 4
years In use. Also almut 4tiUU feet 4-inch pipe,
AitT Floral Co..;iitll Cottage Grove Ave., Clilcago.

Ipoil Sy\.I>lC - I'\iur greenhouses, well utocked. with
' verv valuable piece of ground, reason for selling
old age.' Address W.M. Si'K(N«BOUX, l)utm<iue. la.

T7<'R SALE— Seed business; one of the tlnest loca-
r tlons in large city. Stock light. A dead bargain
to caHli buyer. Address

B. euro American Florist, Cldcago.

II^OR SALE— The fine greenliouse property on Doan
' St., Glenviile. Ohio; 4 miles from the center of
the city of Cleveland. O. A great liargain to quick
buyer. IVw m Morison.

S7 I'ulille Square, rieveliind. O.

F^Ht HIONT Nine iirres In town of seventeen tliou-
siitid. Iioiine. barn, pabture. small fruit, etc.; cun-
veiilent to nice irack. stock yards, market and Helioois.
(i'lod lor Mt«ick iiifin or market giirdener.

(.1. care Anierleiin Klorlnt. ChleaKO.

1 /OR SAM-; A llrHt-clnHs retail flower store, eatnb-
' llslied lor I'J vears; sltviutcd in (be beMi bUHlnCNH
locality of llienorlli side. Chicago. ( iwiier wishes to
retire on aceoiitit cd' 111 health, and can prove llie es-
tabllslirnent a good paying one. AddrcHH

V \\ , eare American l''lorist. Chii

hlcagn

FOR EXCHANGE.

A nirtdern apartment building In Hyde Park.
Chicago, ih biilldlntfN detache<l all i)r part, for n
GreenliuiiMi' plant to (le laken down and shipped or In
run wherever loraleil. If locution muIIm. or for nurseiy
slock iin e<|iiltv or »ls(Hlb, will aHHUine Home or pli y
difference In nihh

F. N. PERKINS. Kenton. Ohio.

Water Hyacinlhs.

FONTEDERIA CBASSIPES.

Free by iiuil, JJ.oo antl JS ou per lOO.
CANNA ILAfXIDA ».i.00 per 100.

A.. H. OWA.IVB:,

Mention Amerloan Florlil.

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Siebrecht&Wadley,

rozi eill nurseries,
New Roghelle, N, Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

ekXi.€L Pf^e-w F»la.nt®,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &. Rare Foliage &, Flowering Plants.

A gr<ind selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to Interview
buvers or reply to any communication addreesed to
him at 205 Greenwich St.. New York City.

ORCHIDS SUITABLE ^^E TRADE

The Leading tcincis for
cut flower purposes.

1. FORSTERMAN,

NEWTOWN. J.. I.. N. Y.

LITTLE'lpPEST.

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BT THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1830.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer of
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price £lst.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,

291 AMITY STREET,
rmSHIKQ. Qneens, Co., IT. T.

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wiioi6sai6Fiorisi§

RICHMOND, INDIANA.
The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

Address Q. H. JOOSTE N, Agent,

3 Coeuties slip, NEW YORK.

Mention American Florist.

PRIMROSE SEED

For early sowing, and extra large plants;
eight standard sorts.

. . . PRIME SEED . . .

Mixed specially for florists. Packets containing 400
BeedsJl-UO; (1 pkts. containing 400 seeds. $5. OU.
This adv. Koutl for two months.

HENRY S. RUPP & SONS. Shjremanstown. Pa.

YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice Plants in 2 1=2 in. pots.

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
Testout, - 6 00
La France, - 3 50
D'ch of Albany, 3 50
Brides, - - 3 50

Per 100.

nUermets, - $3 50
Ferles, - - 3 50
Woottons, - 3 50
Papa Gontiers, 3 50
Meteors, - - 3 50

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated from selected wood.

We raised the above to grow for ourselves, and it will give better satis.

faction than stock which has been raised simply to sell.

Daybreak per 1000 $15.00

Tidal Wave " 10.00

Silver Spray " 10.00

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Avenue, OHlO^^VOrO.

CARNATIONS,

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Exhausted.

All future orders for

MRS. W. C. WHITNEY

can only be booked to fill from
May 1st and onward, as the de-
mand has exceeded my expecta-
tions. All other stock can be
filled at once.

JOHII ». WAY, Summit, W. J.

100,000 Roses Ready Now

All sizes 2. 3 and 4 Inch pots, best varieties. Also
all kinds of Bedding Plants. Palms. J;c. Will be
pleased to receive a List of Your AVants, and
quote Lowest Figures.

Wholesale Catalogue Mailed to Florists.

We have an immense stock In best of condition,
and guarantee satisfaction and low prices. Ad-
dress

NANZ & NEUNER,

LOUISVILLE. KY.

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M. A, HUHT. Terre Haute, Ind,

5,000 Jack Rose Plants,

ON THEIR OV7N BOOTS.

Well branched, 2J^ to 3 feet high, $10 per
100. Sample of 8 for $1.00.

JORDAN FLORAL CO.

706 Olive Street, ST. LOIUS, MO.

LAST CALL

Por Advs. for our

Special Sorina Numtier

... TO BE ISSUED • • •

-^----NEXT WEEK

Mail at once or j'ou will be
TOO LATE.

AMBRICAIS FLORIST CO.

200,000 ROSES 200,000

Hybrid Perpetuals, Hybrid
Teas, Teas, Polyanthas,
Climbers, and all grades
at Lowest Prices. . . .

SEND FOR CATALOGUE AND PRICES.

CUT SMILAX FOR EASTER.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

ROSES and BULBS.

Hybrid Perpetual, large stock,

leading sorts, $8.1)0 per lUO.
lWo9«, in 10 best varieties, J3 per 100.
Cllmbine, Pr.nlrie Queen, Rait.

Belle and Oem ol" Prairies,

$i;.(IO per \m.

KOSBS all strong flem grown.

Calndlnm Esculentiim, 5 to 6 In.

in circumference. Si.SO per 100; H to
•■,'i in .$5.00 per 100; "Jij to 10 in.,
$7roo per lUO.
Tuberoses, tall double and Pearl,
4 in and up in oircuniterence, $1.00
per luO; $8.00 per ItlOO.

STORRS & HARRISON CO.,
Painesvllle, Ohio.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manettl Stock, ofler the best n-
9ult« to the florist, blooming freely and giving plenty ol
cuttings for propagating quickly. Fine plants for sale
by the 100 or 1000. at low rates.
Price Lists to applicants. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston), MASS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Brides, Cusins,

Bridesmaids, Niphetos,

Meteors, Perles,

Hostes, Beauties,

Mermets, Testouts, La France.

ty~Address for quotations
Villa Lorraine Roaerles. M.AIJISON. N. J.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper ^'lease say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

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Catalogues Received.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., seeds and
plants; John R. & A. Murdoch, Pitts-
burg, Pa., seeds, plants and nurserj-
stock; J. Palmer Gordon, Ashland, Va.,
plants; James Waters, Watsonville, Cal.,
berry plants; B. F. Smith, Lawrence,
Kans., small fruits; P. J. Berckmans,
Augusta, Ga., nurserv stock; same,
plants; Hoopes Bros. & Thomas, West
Chester, Pa., nursery stock; Wood Bros.,
Fishkill, N. Y., plants and tooted cut-
tings; C. L. Brnnson & Co., Paducah,
Ky., plants and cut flowers; Frank Ban-
ning, Kinsman, O., plants and seeds; H.
Cannell & Sons, Swanley, Eng., plants;
Shady Hill Nurseries, Cambridge, Mass ,
nurserv stock; J. J. Bell, Flowers, N. Y.,
seeds. J. T. Lovett Co., Little Silver, N. J.,
nursery stock; E. H. Krelage & Son,
Haarlem, Holland, bulbs; Chas. Black,
Hightstown, N. J., small fruits; Wood
Bros., Fishkill, X. Y., plants and rooted
cuttings; Byron H. Ives. Albuquerque, N.
M., plants and seeds; C Petrick, Ghent,
Belgium, plants; E. Y. Teas. Irvington,
Ind., nursery stock; F. W. Kelsey, New
York, trees and plants; Johnson & Stokes,
Philadel,ihia, seeds; Fred. P. Burr & Co.,
Middletown, Conn., seeds; Wm.H.Moon
Co., Morrisville, Pa., nursery stock;
Van Zanten Bros., Hillegom, Holland,
bulbs; G. C. Watson, Philadelphia, spe-
cialties in bulbs and grass seeds; D. Hill,
Dundee, III., nursery stock; G. Herrmann,
4-13 Ost 34-th Strasse, New York, Haupt-
Verzeichniss von samen u. Blumenzwie-
beln.

Foreign Notes.

The number of visitors at Kew Gardens
in 1893 was 1,733,386, an increase of
379.229 over the number recorded for
1892. The highest week day attendance
was on May 22nd, when the number was
100,737. On June 18th was the highest
Sunday record, 29,891.

The bulletin of the Royal Horticultural
Society of Tuscany for January, 1894-,
contains a colored illustration of a new
hybrid canna which, if the picture truly
represents it, is likely to thro wall the now
popular varieties into the background.
This novelty is named Italia. Thcblooms
arc represented as full eight inches across,
color brilliant yellow, the petals broadly
splashed with scarlet.

A writer in the Journal of Iforticullure,
who claims to have fully tested the varie-
ties in question, ventures theopinion that
Sweet Pea Emily Henderson "is nothing
more nor less than a carefully selected
stock of Queen of England."

Fausies, 50,000.

The Jcnr>1nir»> ftrnln r.f tnrurr MowitIdk nnd fnnov
pftDnles now ruu'Jr Hnu InrKc riloMiiilnif plniitn. ull
oolon. 12. UO Mr luU: fi;*.U(J mt HJUI MtMllurn nlzo
plmaU. for Mat t>)of>nilni{. K.UU i^t IUUU hjr Kxprcrui;
liOc. per lUU \l^ mall.

I'Knar Hc«<l. pura while II per pkl. of 'iMi nocda.

lAnce yellow, dark ere. 11

Hnowflake I>kI«Icii, tine planU. fZ per 100.

■jrtrm flno fitraln of ftermiin I>aUI(»i. Isrvo and
doabl'}. wtilU;. [link nnd uh\. mixed or MjpArute, lU.IJI)
per KJU. f uih with onler

AiiDftEAK E. B. JENNINQS,

Wiiolbmam: I'an-v (Wiowi-.u,
lyjckBoxZM. H<M'TIII'OKT. C«»NN.

Menthm American KtorlNl.

o r^ i^ ivx >vr I s .

12 Choice leading kindt. Lirge nowering.

Two yrnm ITi per i\ut , fJ'^.fiOpcr 100

Thrrr y-«r« %^ HO.W)

DAISIES. - Snowdnkr dikI Hnowcrm. cllnlliid
kintlil, In'liAprtiiuiMc fomprlnfc niilrM, $2 per KJfJ.

SMILAX SEEDLINQS.

from fall, 71 o-nt. (,.-r im. |/1 ori prr irni

V. A. IIAI.I.KK, lll»»iiilnicl»ii, III.

iV^^TT^iV Florence Vaughau,

-*- ;*--*_ ^►^ -A- ^r-*- -^ Per 100 $25.00,

True Little Gem,

Per 100 $10.00.

Soupert Rose,

Per 100, Z'A inch, $4 OO.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE '";i'H;cAG'o."'

HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS.

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CUI^XIVAXION OF THE ROSE,

And Other Flowering Plants for Cut Flowers, sent to any address
upon receipt of $2.00. NI. S. HUNT. Terre Haute, Ind.

100,000 VERBENAS.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.

Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the largest growers of Verbenas lu the country. Our sales reacliiug last year
315,500. Our plants this year fully equal. If not surpass, any we have ever grown.

J, r^. JDIUvIwOPf, :Bloorxist»»arg:, F»^.

Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express. .$4.00 perlOOO
VERSCHAFFELTll and SHELLY

YELLOW $5.00 per 1000

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CUHHEA (cigar plant), by mail. ..50c per 100
PILEA (artillery plant), by mail...50c per 100
FUCHSIA, mixed fl.OO per 100

CASH WITH ORDKK.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Hox 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

COLEUS. COLEUS. COLEUS.

And we arc clvlnu them nwuv. (Joltien Bedder. OoUlen

yueen anrt CrlniKon VerHChtifTeltll. lit f(» per H)UU.

Other vnrletluM. our tielectlon, at 16 per KXX).

AfJKKATI'M. Ijiuo anrt white t .".'i |)t'r IIX)

Ki:CHSlAS. theleartlnKBOrW IIW

The Hunir fnjm Mati* l.--'"

I'HTI'NIAS l.M

IIKMiiTKol'K. 4 varieties I.UO

HAI.VlA Hl'I^K.NDKN.I l.WI

Cash mUBt atwayn accompany the (inltT.

d. E. FELTHOUSEN.

370 Van Vrank.>n Ave.. SCHENECTADY. N. Y

PANSY PLANTS.

Onrc IninhiihiliU'rt. Knnn ftccrtw of rw-fit MtralnH.

I'cr HIU I'cr lUlU

KIni'Bt niliod •.mi f.'i III

Hnow oiioen IKI i'» (W

l-uni Vullow tiU f..l«

(jolrton (jrnn tiU 6,l«)

I>(jr(t ItiMiC(in(1(drl, Kmperor Wltllnm and otliora.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

We Pay the Express.

100.000 PANSIES.

urown rroiii wort that lian no niip<-rtiir. nlnnitf. itlitrky
iiJanUi uni'o irnn.pJanU.'rt.l'^i piT II. I: II .-,(1 pi>r II. U.

.MAMMKIII VKHIIKN,\H In all Ihi' m.mt lirll
llnnt rolom. Tik; |ic'r lUU; M Ul pit UMI, ilfllrcnxl fruc

at your <IiH»r,

S. WHITTON & SONS, Wliolcsalc Florlstg,

II & II KolK'i l> SI., I IK A, N. 1 .

Mention the American Hlori.st when
writing to advertiv:rs on lh:s page.

Palm Seeds.

LATANIA BORBONICA, thorny and thorn-
less, both kinds at 55c. per lb.; |35.0O per
100 lbs. Guaranteed of the new crop.

ALSO MANY OTHER KINDS. Special price
list on application to

MR. ANDRE L. CAUSSE,

19 Park Place, NEW YORK,
Agent to LETELLIER & FILS, Caen, France.

The only house In Europe for largest collection of

Palm Seed.

Also Afllatlc, African and other tlower bulbs. Ask

for special ofTers.

Mention American Klorlnt.

THE flS&OGIflTION FL,ORfl.

BOSKOOP. HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

CI.KMATIS In »orw. :i years per lOU Bii.OO

.sfik.i:a .lAi'OMcA •■ 4.00

■>IKI.VTi{A SI'KCTAIill.lS " 4.00

Llllum specloHiim. I'fconlas Kliododendrons. Azaleas
II. I'. HowB. In iM'st TiirlctlCH. per IKlRl K): Abel Cap-
rliTc. .Mlr.'cl Ciilciinl}. Ainm Ali'vlrll. A. dc Dlcnliaoh,
II. Kothmiillil. MmIkt I IoIiii.'h. I omi .link. I,M I'Yanco,
Mniiv 1; l.ul/i't. Mmmv I'lMiitliT, .MiiKiiu Chiirlii, Paul
Noyron. I'. ('. de Kohan. I'erlc dcs llhinches. Ulrlch
Brunner and others. CaUiliiKUc on application.

3F». oxj"w«jaE*.»v»jn.a«.,

aOO CiimlirlilKX .Vv IKK.SKY t:lTV. N. J.

Mention American Klorint

GRAPE VINES.

(VUUKHiS.)

All tlu< luiiillntr viirlrtU'H for miltlvatlon timlor »{1rm,
In riillttwiiiu hI/.i'h: 1 vriir. 'i ycitnt. iiikI cxtrri HlrunK>
Aliw) I'oK'lirH iiiitl NrctiirlncN pi|K>c'lrilly pri<|»ire(l
for fon'liiif lit poiN iitid tul)N (>nli<ni tKMikfd for
niici^liilly |tri>|iii <>(l fniltinu nliiiitnol' VIiich. Ni<otnrlnuii,
l'mioh«H. HtrnwI.iT lr» Kulf uf IM ili-Uvt-ry.

JOHN a. GARDNER,

ROOTED CUTTINGS

(iOOI> ONKS.

VortRtiinn. Zl viirUalo« .... Wk). por 10(1: tH.m pt»r 1(0)

llullotropu. 7 viirlniU'B pur do/,. 'JDotii.

Kiiclinlnn, I- viirlt'tli'fi " 2UoU.

riunr I'htnl niirl l.<>pirr.ln " 2UoUi.

litiinl Aiyimiini anil MiiriOHtiito imlny.. . " 20oUi.
Miinctllri Vliii^ MoJt I'rlmnmr \ Hultunn " 2.'tctfl.
IU«1. WhIU' \ ItliMt I'lnnt 'CiiplM'H IJavir) " ;iO cUt.
('lirynatiMii'iiiiimN, '3M\ CoN-um, VU'.. I'ohIjiko Ir, n dox.
H«nd rurruuiluuuu. I. L PILLSBURY. Macomb. Ml

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W0RLD5FAIR, 3eND TOR. r^ OUR CATALOGUE GIVING ffULL ^^
LISTOr WAR1LTIE5 fciSlikWEf Of EE^ i / /

Ov;r Great Specialty- The new

large elowering canna5 ar£ the

BEDDING PLANTS OF THE EUTURC-WE
HAVE ALL THE BE5T 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BEST ThE PICTURE 5H0W5A
V/ERY . SMALL PART QE OUR GREAT
DISPLAY?^ OE OVER 4,000 PLANT5 AT THE

Wild Smilax,
Pines and
Palmettos

FOR DECORATIONS

AT LOW FIGUKES.

Low freight rates by steamer to New York,
Boston, Philadelphia and Baltimore.

A. C. OELSCHIG.

SAVANNAH, GA.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address Q^ORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammoths, '-'U-'nch pots. . . .Ki.OO 825.00

rooted cuttings. 1.26 10.00

General collection, named. " " 1.00 8.00

'2H-lnchpot8... 2.50 20.00

Send for price list of Carnations. Chrysanthemums

and other fiorlst stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

\ Hydrangea PaniculataGrandiflora \

\ UTmostvIuable sJv. Q^t the Best Plants <

\ OF ALL HARDY -^^p- At thc Lowcst Priccs. k

f FLOWERINQ SHRUBS. -^I'^ >- > . i . . j j. \

^ Get them at headquarters, i

f Choose from the Largest Stock in America. f

? One Tear, 13 X 15 inches, fine, S3.50 per 100: S30.00 per 1000 i

# Two Tears, 3 xSJ^^ feet, fine, 4.00 " 3.5.00 " f

\ Two Tears, extra selected, 3 x 3)4 feet, strona;, . . 5.00 " 45.00 " \

m Three Tears, .3 feet, strong, nicely branched, twice ^

\ transplanted, 6.00 " 50.00 " \

' Packedin best manner and delivered to Express or Railroad free of charge on receipt of proper remittance, \

{ ^f ord=;; The Dingee &. Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. J

T P. S.— We have all the leading and popular shrubs in quantity and assorted sizes ; field grown. Prices T
A will suit you. Ask for list. m

:\Lxx^t Ibe Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

f*rioe to axi-it tlie tlxkies.

SPHAGNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
M. BJ. n:A.I«'rF*0:Rr>, 18 chapman Place, :BOSTOI*r.

4,000,000 EVERGREEN GUT FERNS

ESPECIALLY FOR FLORIST'S USE.

$1.25 PER THOUSAND FERNS.

IN LOTS OF 5000 AND'UPWARDS, $1.00 PER 1000. Ferns fnr-
FA.vcY. DAGGER. nished the year round. Special attention given to supplying

he Wholesale Trade. I^. '^. '^TtA.GiTJB, Mlrasd^le, nila.as.

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Mar. /5,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

AdvertlsemenU, lo Cents a Line. Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column. S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gnaranteed.

Discounts. 6 times. 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

Tbe Advertlslne Department of the American
Flobist 19 for Florlsw. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Only. Please to
remember it.

Orders lor less than one-hail inch space not accepted.

Advertisements most reach ns by Monday to secure
Insertion In the issue for tbe following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

We have received from Mr.W.Wincott,
Babylon, L. I., some of the largest vio-
lets we have ever seen. All were over an
inch across and several exceeded l',4
inches. Mr. W. writes that he has picked
an occasional flower that measured l?i
inches.

The North .\merica.\ Species of Gay-
ophytum and Boisduvalia is the title of a
pamphlet by Prof. Wm. Trelease, re-
printed in advance from the fifth annual
report of the Missouri Botanical Garden.
It contains 16 pages of reading matter,
and 10 full page plates.

Wholesale
Florists

N.E. CORNER

rv*' 13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16lh STREET,

JF>IilIacIeIr>Iiia> Z>a.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

;402 PINE STREET.

(Siirrfii».ir tfi \.l.l.\^nS Si KIKIIN),

4|h:*« WHOLESALE »^H(f

Mi, l^ouilM, Ado.

A ooinpI«t« Una of WIr* tiitltoM.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STRCmT,
NemrTrtmotn w.. BOSTON, MASS.

Easter Orders Booked now. . .

We will liave ctoice Roses, all varieties, Carnations, Val-
ley, Romans, Violets. Daffodils, Tulips, Callas, Harrisii,
Mignonette, Dutch Hyacinths, Smilax, Adiantum, Far-
leyense, Asparagus, Orchids, Hybrids, and everything in
Flowers now in season, at lowest market prices.

PACKED WITH GREATEST OF CARE, AND SHIPPED ON TIME

Orders by Telegraph, Mail or Telephone given prompt
attention. Give us your orders.

YOURS XRILJLY,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

^s i_.a.pce:

In Cut Flower Exchang'e

TELEPHONr 4508.

CHIO^^OO,

GUT FLOWtRS FOR EflSTER.

Send us your list of wants and we will quote prices We
have made arrangements for an extra supply of Roses, Lilies,
Harrisii, Valley, Roman Hyacinths, Tulips, Van Sion Narcissus, Smilax,
Asparagus, Adiantum, and other stock.

OUR MAIN SPECIALTY IS

American Beauties, of which wc have the finest

stock in the market.

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.,

Wholesale Cut Flowers.

Telephone Main 223. ( Cut Flower Exchange. ) OHIO-A-GrO,

FOR EASTER DECORATING.

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS RTANUS.

CUT STRINGS a to ,2 feet long, so cts.

SlilpiM'il ill liiTK*' or Hiii^ill i|ii)iii(llifH ti> liny |>urt oT tlu* roiiiitry. Orderd by lunll, tele-
fi^Tiipli or l<'U-|t!i«ni«'. __^ ^^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
Cliiolimfttl, O.

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

49B Wathlngton SI.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

^■ltll•l•l^'. OuitKpm r.Mil.i'i'l |.^ Aim »:MiK.I> in
OTIIIJl S|'i;riAI.TIi:s:

I lorlnU' Sii|i|ill<-N, Wlro I>i>Nlffnii, llnlliH,
I.«iiik'h PIfirlnlii rii<*tnicrnpli«'M<(> larffu n<l.)

('Atjil'ii[U)-«. LUU. Ti-rnm, ctr . nn iipitllcatluri.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

.sr<<i:ss<)n TO

PEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successor! lo WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^^
67 Bromfield St., BOSTON. MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

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E. H. HUNT,

WholeshlePlorist

79 Lake Streef, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS. BUI.BS AND AI^I,

FI.OBISTS' SUFFI^IES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

FLINT KENNICOTT, FRED. W. H. SUNDMACHER,

President. Sec'y and Treas.

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 &, 36 RANDOLPH STREET,

C«IOA.GO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

General Agents for Chlcaeo and the Northwest of
Kelsey'8 Beautiful New Southern Galax Leaves,
tJ.OO per lUOO; 25 cents per lUO.

A. L. RANDALL,

wtioi6sai6 Fiona

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades VVa-ied and Tissue Papers.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses. Carnations and Violets Specialties.

5/ WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. 0«IOA.G^O.

MONS. Olsen.

HORACE R. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4THH. Consignments Solicited.

JOHN YOUNG,

wiioi6§ai6 Fiona

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

t^ Send for quotations on Choice Stock.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. IMASS.

HORTICULTDRAL ADCTIONEERS,

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES,

FLORISTS'
VASES.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARUND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

Cut Flowers.

NEW YORK. Mar. 12.

Roses. Perle. Cusln.Wattevllle 2.00® 4.00

Meteor, Mermet. Bride 3.U0@ 5.00

La France, Bridesmaid 3.00® (J. 00

Beauty 5.00®«.00

Hybrids ..; 5.00®'25.00

■■ Jacq 3.00@10.00

Carnations T5® 2.00

Mignonette 2.00® 8.00

Violets 3.')® .75

Hyacinths. Valley 1.00® 2.00

Dallodlls.Tullps 2.00® 3.00

Harrlsll 3.00® (i 00

Smilax ti.00®13,00

Adlantum 100

LUaCB, per bunch 60®$1.00

BOSTON. Mar. 12.

Roses, Nlphetos 3 00

Gonller „ 400

Perle, Sunset 5.00® fi.OO

" Bride. Mermet 6-0ii®lt;.0U

American Beauty 6.0O@4O.00

Carnations 2.00® 3.00

fancy 3.(iO@ 4.00

Lily of the valley. . 1.00® 3 00

Roman Hyacinths. Freesta... 1.00@ 1.50

Trumpet narcissus, DaflodllB 2.00® 4.00

Callas, Harrlsll t;.00@10.00

Mignonette 2.00® 8.(10

Violets l*® J-ffi

Pansles, Myosotls , nn,-, Iffi

Tulips 2.00® 4.00

Adlantum l-OO

Smilax 12-60

Asparagus ou.iw

Erica, per bunch.. 50c

Primroses, per bunch 15c

PHILADELPHIA. Mar. 12.
Roses, Perle, Gontier. Nlphetos. . . . 2.00® 3.00

Cusln.Wattevllle. Hoste 3.00@ 4.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 4.00® f>. 00

Kalserln. Bridesmaid. Testout 6.00® 8.00

" Belle. Beauty 10.00®20.UO

•• Lalngs 2O.0O®25.0O

Brunner 26.00®35.ljO

•• Jacqs 13.60

Carnations. H. Keller o.OO

Ophelia. Sweetbrler, Daybreak 2.UU

Edna Craig 2.00® 3.00

*' goodassorted 1 OU® 1.50

goodperluOO 7.60®10.00

Valley • 2. to® 3.00

Romans. Paper white 2.00® 3.00

Daffodils 3.00® 4.00

Smilax 12.00®I5.00

Adlantum 1-00® 1.60

Violets 50® 1.00

Mignonette =,V,^if7?m

Asparagus .50.UO@7.'j.OO

H.-irrlsll lilies 8.00®10.00

Callas 6.00® 8.00

Jleesla 1-00® 1.60

Tulips 4.00® 5.00

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00@40.40

CHICAGO, Mar. 13.

Roses. Perle. Nlphetos. Gontier 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 3.00® 4.0U

Wootton, Meteor, Bridesmaid 3.00® 4.00

Beauty 5 00@2i.0O

Mixed 3.00

.lacqs 8.00®la.00

•• Hybrids 16.00836. 00

Carnations, lung 76® 1.00

fancy 1.50® 2.00

Valley. Romans, narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Tulips, DiiltodllB 3.00® I.IKI

Dutch hyacinths 1 00

Violets 60® 1 liu

Callas, Harrlsll 4.00® r,.0U

Mignonette 1-60® 2 60

Smilax S.OO®I6.00

Asparagus . .SO. 00

Orchids 16.00@50.00

CINCIXNATL Mar. 10.

Roses. Beauty 10 C0®3,') 00

Mermet. Bride 4.00® n 00

Testiiut ■'< 1)0

Perle 3.00® 4 00

Carnations 1.00® 3.0O

Tulips 3.0U® 4.li0

Narcissus — „ 3-00

Daffodils 2.00® 3.00

Valley 3 00

Romans 2 00

Violets 76@1.00

Callas, Harrlsll 8.00

Pansles J6® 1.00

Smilax 10.00@I5.00

Adlantum 1.00

St. Lonis, Mar. 10.

Roses, Perles, Nlphetos, Wootton 3.0O® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. Bridesmaid, Meteors 4.00® B.OO

Wattevllle. Hoste. Cusin 3.00@ 6.0O

La France, Albany 3.00® 4. OO

■• Beauty 6 00@36.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 2.00

fancy 1.50® 2.50

short 1.00

Valley 3 00® 4 (10

Uitniaiis, Narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Tulips 2.00® 3.00

IJallodlls 1.00® 4.00

Violets 26® ISO

Harrlsll. Callas 3.00® 8.00

Mignonette 1.60® 2.00

Smilax 16.00

Adlantum 1.26

Galax leaves 2.00

BCFFALO. Mar. 0.

Roses. Beauties lO.OOCoIs.OO

.Mermet. Bride, . 6.00® 7.00

Meteor li.0O(.»IO.OO

Gontier. Perle. Nlphetos, Hoste 4.00(316.00

Cusln, Wattevllle 4.00® 11.00

Carnations, long 1.00@ 1.50

short .75

TuHps. Daffodils 3.00® 4.00

Hyacinths. Narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Valley 3.00@ 4.00

Vloleta 7.^® l.Wl

Pansles. Forget-me-not l.OO

BURNS & RflYNOR,

49 West 28th Street,

NEW YORK,

'Wliolesale Dealers in
and Shippers of

Choice Flowers

OUR SPECIALTIES:

AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
METEORS.

BRIDESMAIDS.

CUT FLOWERS.

BiOSES, standard varieties

and novelties
Carnations, all the new

sorts in finest quality.

VIOLETS, MIGNONETTE AND VALLEY.

FIRST QUALITY STOCK.
WHOLESALE ONLY.

THOS. YOUKG, Jr..

20 WEST 24th ST , NEW YORK

WALTER F. SttERlDflN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut* Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YQRK.

JAMES HAHT,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

117 W. 30th ST.. NEW YORK.

Che Oldest Established Commission House in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE. CAREFUL PACKINO.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 WEST 30th STREET,

NEW YORK CITY.

Establlghed 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST 2BTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange. 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street. NEW YORK.

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

Careful .«Hlpplng: to all parts of the country
Price list on application.

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The American Florist.

Mar. 15,

^Re ^eeil Uracje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. Atlee BrRPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Don, secretary and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane, at Toronto. Ont.

The very mild and spring-like weather
of the past ten days has changed the
situation materially in the mail trade
and most houses are now doing well,
with business nearly up to last year;
though all feel doubtful if the losses made
in February will ever be made up.

St. Paul, Minn.

Trade is slowly improving and we trust
will continue to. St. Paul florists have
had a verj* dull winter indeed, and unless
trade picks up from now on and the Eas-
ter sales arc good, many of them vsill bal-
ance their books at the end of the season
with a heavy loss account.

The bright spring like weather of the
past two weeks has brought everything
forward in good shape. Lilies that were
wav behind hare caught up with the pro-
cession, so to speak, and will be in full
bloom for Easter. Others that were
quite forward are already falling to
pieces and will not last long. On the
whole, however, there is an abundance of
flowering stock for the Easter trade, and
with only fair prices florists ought to
reap a rich harvest. T^. L. May & Co.
have an extra nice lot of lilies as well as a
general line of plants and a good supply
of cut flowers. Aug. Swanson has a fine
lot of hybrid roses which will be in all
their glory soon. E. F. Lemke has some
nice azaleas and lilies and will have a fine
lot of teas, which are just now coming
into crop. Chris Hansen and Alderman
Warren have a general line of desirables,
while the others have a fair stock of
plants and roses.

We presume that St. Paul will have the
finest Easter floral displays it has ever
seen. We understand that two of the
leading florists are to combine their
stocks for the occasion and display them
in a large store centrally located. The
location of the store is not known to the
writer, and perhaps the whole thing is
surmise.

The State Association met in this city
on Thursday evening, the 8th. Sec'y
Swanson opened the meeting and Prcs.
Malmquist of Minneapolis presided. This
was the first meeting that has been held
in two years and was well attended and
much keen discussion indulged in, we
trust to the ttcnctit of all.

A. S Swanson read a very able paper
on the advantages of a florists' society,
full of pertinent suggestions and empha-
sizing the time honored theory that "in
unity there is strength." This paper
brought out quite a discussion, indulged
in by Messrs. Wcssling, Nugel and Hnrt-
mnn of .Minneapolis and Messrs. Ifansen,
Muv and Currir of St. Paul.

The qurs'ion box brought forth the
fact that Dn> break. Silver Spray, Portia
and Garfield were the mo«t profitable car-
nations for our florists. E.Nagel thought
Grace Wilder a l>ettcrone than Dnyl)rc(ik;
at Irnst that hnd been his cx[Krience.
Dajbrrnk and Silver Spray were, how-
ever, considered the favorites by the ma-
jority of those present.

Mcrmct. Uridc and Pcrics were consid-
ered the best three roses grown Ijv our
flori»t«, that is, the most profitable for
St. Paul and Minncn(K)lis trade. I,. I,.
May eulogized the merits of the Itridcs-

maid, claiming it to be the best pink rose
grown today.

The best cure or preventive for fungus
on the cutting bench is lime and hot
water applied to the benches before put-
ting in the sand.

Another question — Is the Testout as
profitable as La France? The opinion of
those present was divided, some claiming
that the La Prance produced more
blooms, the others saying that the Tes-
tout more than offset this by the quality,
all flowers being perfect.

The next question provoked no little
discussion, viz.. What can be done to stop
department stores from selling plants and
flowers? This is the old battle ground
which has been thoroughly discussed be-
fore in these columns. As a remedy a flo-
rists' exchange was proposed, but the
question of expenses incurred in estab-
lishing and maintaining such an estab-
lishment had evidently not been consid-
ered by the proposers, and the drawbacks
and fallacies of such an undertaking were
ably set forth by L. L. May.

After adjournment the club retired to
the other room, where refreshments were
served and a merry time in general par-
ticipated in. A general good feeling
seemed to pervade the minds of all, and
we sincerely hope that the St. Paul Flo-
rists^ Club may be a thing of the near fut-
ure. As intimated in Mr. Swanson's pa-
per, such an organization could only be
beneficial and would tend to bring all flo-
rists here together in harmonious action.
We hope to see such a society established
at once and steps taken immediately for
holding a "mum" show the coming fall.
Until such an organization is effected the
Twin Cities will be regarded as merely a
way station in the florist business.

Fells.

Hiawatha, Kans.— The florist business
conducted under the firm name of Mar-
grave & Ward and later changed to S. G.
B. Ward, will hereafter be conducted by
J. W. Margrave & Co.

Grand Rapids, Mich. — Mr. J. W. Raw-
linson has surrendered his contract for
the Henry Smith greenhouses, and Mrs.
Sarah Smith has taken possession and
will continue the business at 130 Monroe
St.

Milwaukee, Wis. — After March 1 the
store business of C. B. Whitnall & Co.
will be incorporated as the Whitnall
Floral Co. The greenhouses on Hum-
boldt Ave. will be conducted by C. B.
Whitnall alone and a specialty will be fol-
iage for florists' use.

If you have not already done so send
your adv. by first mail for our special
spring number to be issued next week.

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

p. O. B. NEW YORK.

We offer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at |9.00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to being unsold.

oWllI ibAO) California grown.

We are headquarters for CJ.lifornia
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED & PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)

427-9 sansome St.. ^a.n Fnncisco, Cal.

TUBEROSES. . .

DOUBLE EXCELSIOR PEARL.

Selected large bulbs, 4 to 6 inches in circumference.

IN ANY QUANTITY.

Orders booked now for present (weather permit-
ting) or future delivery.

Per 1000 $8.; In 5,000 lots, $7.50 per 1000;
in 10,000 lots, $7. per 1000.

PITCHER & MANDA,

United States Nurseries,

. . . SHORT HILLS, N. J.

Ar.WAVH mciitir)!! the Amkhican I'lo-
HIHT when writinj.; to uclvcrtiHcrs.

Nrw Catalogue (No. 4)

ciHitaiiiiiiK over 1.000

ORNAMENTAL CUTS

for I'lorists' use, such

as envelopes, letter heads, bill-

tieads, cards, ad vers., floral

desi^tts. etc , at from .SOc. aud

upwards I'riee of Catalojftie

•2-)C. (deducted from $1 order).

Ai uLANUf lor FLORISTS.

Philadelphia, Pa.

HiilseDoscH BroiDers,

OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

I'lT 11.1 I'urlOOO
I.II.IUM Sl'KCIUSUM AI.IIUM . . 8 11 OOi

KosHiiM . ft.oo; „

" •■ RUHKtIM . 6.00;

8INGI.K BKOONIAS, fine ImiIIis,

new crop, fincHt Ktrain, in 4 Hcpn-

riitc colorn. . ... 4.00 85.00

CONVAI.AKIA MAJAI.IS, Gcrmnli

pip« i.no K.OO

TUIll'.ROSI'.S, rcnrl and Tnll. Al

(IiIk) I»iIIih. ... . .UO 7.60

I.OW lil'DDKD ROSBS, In aorta,

Dulcli Stock 9.00

HiikI1"Ii Stock. 11.00

All otiirr i>latilii or aliruba can be ordered for
Murcli. Mil cfcllvcry.

HULSEBOSdl BROS.,

68 Went Stroot, NEW TOSK CITY.

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You buy your Bulbs from

SEGERS BROTHERS?

Yes! Isn't that right?

Why certainly it is! You will always get the
CHEAPEST and the BEST, and that is what you want

HOLLAND

FORGING^BULBS

Our Specialties for this
Season will be

UYAPINTUQ All Leading
nlAUIIlinOf Varieties.

Small, pure white Hyacinths, to suc-
ceed the Romans.

Scarlet van Thol Tulips, La Reine,
Chrysolora and other market vars.

Double Van Sion Daffodils in any
quantity.

Narcissus Bicolor Horsfieldii, Sir Wat-
kin, Poeticus ornatus, Albus plenus
odoratus.

Spirsa compacta multiflora and Spirsa
astilboides, two new sorts now much
in demand in Europe.

Lilies and other bulbs and bulbous
roots for forcing, etc.

Send list of what you need to

SEGERS & CO.

BULB GKOWERS,

LISSE, near Haarlem, Holland, Europe.

Registered cable address SEGERSCO, Lisse, Holland.

ESTABLISHED 1874.

One customer writes: '"The bulbs received of you
last fall were very satisfactory. " And another wrote
last October: "The bulbs you forwarded us have
opened up very satisfactory Indeed, being fine, large
bulbs, and In good condition."

i HERRMANN S SEED STORE "

I 413 East 34th Street,

\ Near Long Island Ferry, NEW YORK.

T

i

aXIGrPffOIV .A.S'X'ESfl..

The ISest for Cut Flowers.
PINK WHITE. PER OZ. $1.50.

PRICE LIST FREE ON APPLICATION.

Headquarters for Callas and Freesias

50,000 CALLAS. 500,000 FREESIAS.

Best stock. Lowest prices.

Orders solicited for earliest delivery. Write now

for prices and let us book your orders.

CALIFORNIA SEED, BULB & PLANT CO.

346 S. Broadway. LOS ANGELES. CAL.

EXTRA CHOICE, FLOWER SEEDS.

List free on application.
FRED. ROEMER, SEED GROWER,
CD QUEDLINBUKG, GERMANY.

WHOLESALE IMPORTERS O! DUTCH BULBS

Send your lists for Special Low Prices to

VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS, Hillegom, Holland.

Our Tulips, Hyacinths, Narcissus, Etc., are the Best and Cheapest.

Mr. Van Zanten will come personally to make a trip through the U. S.to contract with
buyers. He will offer a large stock of finest quality goods.

WE ARE HEADQUARTERS OF CHEAP BULBS.

Mention American Florist.

Suiimier DGlivery

(JULY AND AUGUST.)
PALM SEEDS ifrom California and
Australia).
TREE FERN STEMS.
FREESIAS. We will have a million of Freesias

running from 7-lti to % of an Inch.
CALLAS. Dry roots In all sizes.
LIL. LONGIFLORUM.
CALIFORNIA SMALL BULBS.
Brodlaeas. Calochortus. FrltUlarlas.

Advance Price List ready. Send for It. We want
your orders now. Address

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

BULBS

Send List of What You Need.

WE CAN
SAVE YOU

MONEY.
A. BLANC & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.

Mention American Florist.

Z. De Forest Ely & Co.

WHOLESALE SEEDSMEN,

Growers # Importers Of Bulbs.

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

1024 Market Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Price lists to dealers on application.

Ernst Reimschnelder, Altona, Germany,

BERLIN LILY t"h'e VALLEY PIPS

Extra selected quality, in cases of 3U00 pips.
Now in COLD STORAGE WAREHOUSE.

Also for Importation on orders. SI.:EDS, Dried

Flowers. Grasses, etc.. and Spring Bulbs.

SOLE AGENTS

C. C. ABEL & CO., P. 0. Box 920. NEW YORK.
EXTRA STRONG, WELL ROOTED

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS,

Now Ready. S5.00 per 1000; 90c. per 100.

MISS V. A. BAKER, Media, Ohio.

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Mention American Florist.

!

jPLANTS! BULBS!

' Everything appertaining to tho Farm
y and Garden of the best and choicest
quaUty. PRICES RIGHT.

Catalogue on application.

WEEBER & DON.

' 114 Chambers St.. New York City.

TRv DREER'S
Garden Seeds,

Plants. Bulbs & Requisites.

They are the best at the
lowest prices. Trade List is-
sued quarterly, mailed free
to the trade only.

HENRY A. DREEB,
Fhlladelpliia, Fa.

LAST CALL

FOR ADVS. FOR OIR

SPEGIflL SPRING NUMBER

TO BE ISSUED NEXT WEEK.

Mail at once oryou will be too late.

AMEBICAN FLORIST CO.

740

The American Florist.

Mar. 75,

St. Louis.

At the last regular meeting of the Flor-
ists' Club the committee appointed to ex-
amine into and report upon the advisabil-
ity of holding a show made their report,
and advised the giving of the show, pro-
vided suitable terms could be secured from
the managers of the hall. They also rec-
ommended that a committee of five
members be elected by the club to take
charge of all preliminary and final ar-
rangements of the show, and to have full
power to act. That a guarantee fund of
$600 or more be raised from the mem-
bers of the club, towards meeting any
deficiencies that may arise in the show
funds. Also that music be provided for
the evenings at an expenditure of about
5250, and that the price of admis-
sion remain the same as last year,
that is, 50 cents in the evening and
25 cents during the day. Thereport was
received and adopted, and a committee,
consisting of Messrs. Michel, Tesson,
Waldbart, Fillmore and Schray, were
elected to assume the responsibilities of
the show, and are now actively at work
getting matters in shape so as to be able
to rush things.

A communication from Messrs. F. Dor-
ner & Son was read, acknowledging the
receipt of the Shaw medal. A letter was
also read from the parties having in
charge the awarding of medals at the
World's Fair, requesting the engraving
wanted on the medal won by Missouri's
plants. After some discussion the words
"To the Florists of St. Louis," were de-
cided upon. In all probability the medal
will be turned over to the Missouri Bo-
tanical Gardens for preservation and ex-
hibition, as soon as received by the Club.

At the last business meeting of the
Bowling Club, it was decided to provide
some lunch and refreshnrentsat the bowl-
ing meetings and the members were as-
sessed to pay lor same. The teams for
the coming scries remain the same as for
the last one. The elegant leather medal
provided bj' the club lor the lowest aver-
age was awarded to John Kunz, who is
forced to wear it at all bowling meetings
under penalty of a fine ot 25 cents. A
prize was also oflVred by the manager of
the alleys, consisting of a "pitcher and
goblet" to be competed for by the club
members under the following conditions:
The two highest men in each team after
the scries is over to roll five games; the
three highest of these six to roll five more
games and the winner takes the trophy.

The first part of the week was cold and
wi. dy, and was hard on market plants;
the last two days were fincand evened up
matters somewhat. The market is no
better than last week, good trade how-
ever in cxf)cctcd during liastt r week, after
which, owing to its coming bo early a
dull B|xrll in expected until regular plant-
ing commences. Cut flowers arc more
plentiful and promise to be so through
Easter. R. F. T.

Amatki K I'kiit Okowi.nc is the title of
a volume recently sent out by Simuel B.
Green, j<rofc»»or of horticulture in the
l.'nivcr»ity of Minnesota. It is written
with RfjccinI reference to the climate of
the northwestern stntes, and is freely il-
lu«t rated. (I'drm, Stock and Home Pub-
lishing Co., Minneapolis).

MAkVVii.i.i;, Mo.— M. V.. Mergcn has
purchiiscd scvernl lotii in thebumncsspnrt
of the city, paying $15,000 for snnic,
upon which he Intends to build three
grecnhouRcn of the latest style of con-
struction, to lie heated by a llitchings
hot water boiler.

The Jacqueminot Carnation . .

IS A PERFECT SUBSTITUTE FOR THE JACQUEMINOT ROSE.

Manj' buy it in preference because of its lasting qualities, and 3'ou can have it in bloom when the
rose is out of season. Send for descriptive circular, enclose 10c. and we will maU you long stem sample
blooms. The color is a bright crimson (no black in it). If the blooms look dull on arrival, they have
been chilled or frozen. Notify us, we will ship again.

PER DOZEN. $2: PER 100. $10; PER 1000. $80. 250 AT 1000 RATE.

PETER FISHER & CO. 3 ellis, Norfolk go,, mass.

Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings.

AI.I. THE BEST VARIETIES IN CULTIVATIOIT.

FINE STOCKS OF DAYBREAK, EDNA CRAIG AND CARTLEOGE.

rro x>xse:.a.s£3 i pro fi.xjs'X' t

Catalogrues ready January l8t, *9-l. Correspondence solicited.

Address M. BJ. CMITT"^, F»ater«OML, 3V. J.

The best Yellow CARNATION. Ready April i5tli.
Price, $2.00 per dozen; $10.00 per hundred.

Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, !■. I., N. Y.

OOXvE^XJS.

Our stock is large and handsome, consisting of

70 to 75 varieties, including the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at 86.50 per 1000 by express; in ^
varieties, at $1.00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at 8^.00
per 100 by mail.

Golden Verschafieltii and Mrs. I. D. Haight (yellow),
at S-SIK) a 1000. We 7i'ill include at least 50 cut-
tings of the tit-.v kitidi in '_very 1000 purchased.

CARNATIONS.

A large stock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cuttings. 8-''j.00 per 100; 810 00 per 1000.

Prices of other kinds on application.
Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in

all cases.

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDALE, FA.

50,000 Carnations.

ROOTED CUTTINGS READY.
NO "BUST."

SElSrX) B'OR. LIST. . . .

V. «>. Ui>« -Zitt.

ki:nm;tt soi'akk, i-a.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immsdiato Delivery.

Large fttock on linnd; free from niHt or other din-
eniHr. SnliHfriction Kiiiiriiiitecfl. Send
lot pric- li'»t,
JOS. RENAKD, UNIONVtLLE. Chuiter Co., PA.

BY THE THOUSAND.

Araiicnrl:i Exoelna and Oilmen.. «Hpi-
dimra. Pnlmn, Fhormluma. Buy Traea
--orownM und pyramldii of all mzoa.

I'iKkliiu (r..i. f.,r nuili with ..r.l.r

The Nurseries, JULES DE COCK.

I.KI>KIIK.I«i, iii'iii t.liriit, lll'.l.t.ll .M,
4>loilllllfc. Ilillh lli'irdiiliin, i.xtrll %'iirll*t If'H.

I'icnsc mrntioii the Aukkican I'i.iikist
every time voii write to an (idverliHcr.

4 NEW GftRIHftTIONS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow ed^red pink,

$10.00 per ICO: $75.C0 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 1.S9.H varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra Hne stock of \Vm. Scott. (Oie raosi profit-
able pink curnatlon fjrown): Mine. Dhiz Albertlnl,
KHz. Keynulds, Ulchuioiul. and all thoothursof ourset.

Do not forpet to order some Major Bonnallon. the
most perfect Yellow Chrysiiiitheiuuiu ever Introduced
for Bhow as well as market purposes.
Send fur price ll«l.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.

MONEY-GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

I ROAl 50IL.

Free from Disease and First-
Class In every way.

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Fdna Cruifi^
Albertini
l>u>'break
Cartledtfc
McGowun
Portia

Note, befiire you order elsewhere, tliat
we oiTiT ilif iihuvc and Iwi'iuy other noud
varli-ilcH ol Ciirtuilliiiih, wi'il I'stahllshi'd
In null, ri'jniy Inr plunlltn: iiut or pt)ttlnK
up ilcUviry In ,\prll alllio price of cut-
tluifs troiii sand, and K^xtranlcu HaMsfac-
tlon. Send for list. . , . . .

ALEX. McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS. N. Y.

Mcnllun Amorlcnn KUtrlHt.

SWEETBRIER

Kocelved Int I'n'UilUTn fur "beHt sfi'dlliii; uf any color"

at riilln.. Nov. 7, ■*.«, Color betweon

Daybreak and Wlhler.

Klowent brouKht ff».UU ner I(«l whotoitalo, at J. U.

KriHMnaii'ti, \VaNnlnKt<in, last winter.

"I like It* color better Ihan Davhreak."

Kl)^'!.^ LONHDALK,
"Mweetbrlur Ih all that can bo desired."

W. A. Manda.
Uniitedcuttlnyfi. rii; (X) ner KM); INU.UU per )UU(). Do-
llvery tu hrylii ri'tinmrv 1, ''.'I.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

lUXTTKI) UlINNKllH. R(.(IU per lUI; r^>.UU per lOUO.
Hend for price list.

iti;NM;iT syi'AitK. PA.

Carnation Cuttings.

I'rce from runt and dbicafw. Send for

price lint

.1. T. I>i> WITT, ItrlHtfil. I'H.

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CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings of the following varieties

now ready. Entirely free from rust. 1

have never had rust on the place.

Per 100

PORl-IA . . SI 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 00

PURITAN 1 25

NELLIE LEWIS 1 50

FRED. DORNER 1 50

AURORA 1 50

100,000 Rooted Cuttings Carnations ready. If
wanted by mail, add 10c. per 100 for postage.

A large stock of strong rooted cuttings ready.
Price 50 cts. per lOO; many nice varieties. If Coleus
are wanted by mail, add lOc. per 100 for postage.
50,000 ready.

ALTERNANTHERA Aurea nana, 50 cts. per 100.
P.Major, 50 cts. per 100.

TSt. S. GBIFFITH, Independence, Mo.

Independence Is well located for shipping, being 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

CARNATIONS^^

Rooted Cutting-s Ready Now.

SilTer Spray AVni. Scott K. Fierson

Lizzie McGowan Haybreak Portia

Blanche Edna Craigr AVabash

Golden Gate Annie Fixley F. Mangold

J.J.Harrison 31 Albertini 'Ji«.al AVave
T. Cartledge >ancy Hanks Dr. Smart

These and other standard sorts %Yl per 1000 and upwards
Varieties of 1894 Ready April 1st.
The Stuart (scarlet) was awarded the gold medal
at Indianapoiis. Uncle John (white) received cer-
tificate of merit at same place. Helen Keller.
Goldfinch (yellow) and E. A. Wood.

SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST.

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

CARNATIONS

l^lir VERBENAS,

Rooted Cuttings or Plants.

New French Carinas; Chrys. Geo. S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia Trailing Queen; and many
other fine Novelties
Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

VICK & HILL,

-»»..»..ROCHESTEK„ N. T.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOAV READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna CralK. Haybreiik. Thos. cartledge,
Buttercup, McGowan. and many of ihe standard kinds.
Orders filled for the New varieties,

Stuart, ln<'le .lohn, Helen Keller» Sw^eet-
brier, Annie I'ixley, Itouton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co., PA.

"NEW BEAUTIES"
Ada Byron
L^No Nicholson.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced.
Largest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO.,
BELLEVILLK, N. J.

Varieties good. Cuttings good. Lizzie McGowan, Silver Spray, Aurora, Grace Darling, Portia
and J. R. Freeman, at $1.2.5 per 100 ; SIO per 1000. Fred Dorner, $2.00 per 100 ; 812.50 per 1000. Day-
break, at $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Edna Craig, $3.00 per 100 ; $25.00 per 1000.

Annie Pixley and Helen Keller.

PrxLEY is one of those beautiful light pinks, with
a fair sized flower and good, strong calyx. With
ordinaiy culture stems can be cut twenty inches
long. The flower is a model in form, and the
growth is strong and healthy.

Keller you know all about, they are both sure
to make good paying varieties for cut flowers.
Pixley per 100, $12.00; per 1000, $100.00.
Keller per 100, $12.00: per 1000, $90.00.

Verbena Lancaster Beauty,

Decidedly the prettiest Verbena that grows^
novel as well as beautiful and sells at sight.
Price, per 100, $2.00.

PANSIES.— I can still supply a few of thos^
seedling plants at S5.00 per 1000, or 75 cts. per 100._
The same good strain I always have.

No list published and terms are cash
before Hhippiugr or C. O. D.

Coleus at %1 per 1000.
ting, S6 GO per 1000.

L. B. 496.

Alternanthera, transplanted. Red, Yellow, Pink, Sl-2-5 per 100 ; rooted cutv

ALBERT Wl. HERR, LANCASTER, PA.

"HELEN KELLER

Is the Finest Variegated Carnation
now on the Market."
So declared THE JUDGES at the meeting and exhibition of the

AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY AT INDIANAPOLIS, FEB. 20, 1894.
And so say all who have seen it Growing and Blooming.

The delicate tracing of scarlet on its pure white petals renders it very showy; yet does not
mar its effectiveness when used on all joyous occasions.

A CERTIFICATE OF MERIT was awarded by the A. C. S. at Indianapolis, and
A CERTIFICATE OF MERIT was awarded at Washington, D. C. last November.

It is a free and continuous bloomer; in addition to the large size of the flower and its per-
fect form. Price for Strong Well Rooted Cuttings. $3. 00 per Dozen; $12.00 per 100; 250 for $25.00;
$90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1,000 rate. Ordets mav be sent either to

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, N.

NO DISEASE MEANS LARGE CROPS ^ GOOD PRICES.

Buyers of rooted cuttings of CARNATIONS
are fast learning the superior merit of the stock
grown and sent out by

• • • THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

p. S. — Send for new 28 page Illustrated Catalogue just out.

Carnation Gultings

NOW READY.

Daybreak and Puritan, $2 per 100; S1.5 per 1000.
Lizeie McGowan, J. J. Harrison. Nellie Lewis.

Grace Wilder, American Flag, Golden Gate.

$1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000.
Mrs. Fisher, Hinze's White, Portia. Hector, Tidal

Wave, $1.25 per 100; 810.00 per 1000.
Also Rooted Cuttings of MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

86.00 per 1000. A fine lot of Violet clumps full

of cuttings, at $5.00 per 100. Ready to deliver

April 1st and after.

ALL FIKST-CI.A.S.S STOCK.

C. B. HUMPHBEY.

607 Chatham St., ROMB, N. Y.

HE&DQUARTERS^^v

. . FOR . .

Bread and Butter Carnation Cuttings

PURITAN.

LIZZIE McGOWAN, [perIOO PerIOOO
PORTIA. f SI.OO S9.00

GRACE WILDER. )

All other Good Kinds. Write for Prices.

S. J. REUTER, WESTERLY. R. I.

"GflRMTiONT

Strong, healthy, well rooted

cuttings now ready.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood Ave. and 58th St.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings, Now Ready.

Per 100 Per 1000 .
DAYBREAK .82 50 $20 CO

BUTTERCUP 400 3500

PURITAN 2 00 15 00

SILVER SPRAY .... 1 50 10 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 50 10 00

GRACE WILDER 1 50 10 00

PORTIA 1 50 12 00

Ca8h with order. 10c. per 100 extra
when ordered sliipped by luail.

Send for wholesale price list of Rooted Cuttings
and Plants.

JAMES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

Mention American Florist

DflYBREflK, NflNGY MNKS
And GflRTLEDGE.

NOW READY.

FINE. CLEAN. HEALTHY STOCK. SPECIAL PRICES

to large buyers of these splendid Carnations.

Address H. E. CHITTY, Paterson, N. J.

• ■ • FOR ADVS. FOR OUR

SPECIAL

SPRING NUMBER,
To be issued NEXT WEEK

Mail at once or you will be too Late.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.

*

742

The a mer ican Florist.

Mar. /J,

Toronto.

The weather this last week has been
simply beautiful but strange to say trade
has been a little duller than usual. There
is oositively no accounting for the vagar-
ies of trade these times; when one does not
expect anything it improves and when
one expects it to improve there is nothing
doing.

A few Easter lilies are beginning to
show in the stores alreadj-. There is
likely to be a big stock of them in during
the week before Easter though; nearly all
the growers seem to have got them "on
time" this year. "Daffs." are plentiful
and the price way down. Roses are get-
ting more plentiful but prices will prob-
ably stiffen until after Easter.

The advance list for the chrysanthe-
mum show has been published and sent
out. A post card addressed to A. H. Ew-
ing, Normal School Gardens, Toronto,
Ont., from any one wishing for a copy
will be attended to at once.

.\nguste Urbach, late foreman to Mr.
C. Frost, is now doing business on his
own account in Jas. Kennedy's old stand,
217 Brunswick Ave.

Frank Burfitt is working up a nice lit-
tle business at the place on Wellesley St.,
lately occupied by Messrs. Plumb & Son.
The business had been let down consider-
ably, but as the store is situated in a good
part of the city a good smart man should
be able to work it up again. Frank is a
hustler and is thoroughly conversant with
all branches of the business. The right
man is in the right place.

The chameleon craze has just struck
Toronto. It is thefinest of "ads." forthe
florist who has the vermin in his window
on YoDge St. E.

Helena, Mont. — Times have been dull
here for the last six months but the banks
are now open again and the outlook is
brighter. Both cut flowers and plants
are going at low prices. Carnations are
selling for 35 cents a dozen and roses for
$1.50 to $2.00 a dozen. Our Christmas
trade was good, three large funeralshelp-
ing to use up the chrysanthemums. There
were more calls lor cut flowers but indi-
vidual orders were smaller than last year.
Everything was sold. But at present the
supply is greater than demand.

Our great special spring number will be
issQcd next week. Send adv. at once if
you have not already doneso.

IpomcBa Faudurata.

(HARDY DAY-BLOOMIMG MOON FLOWER;
Northcni (frown rtxjtn, al tl.'i) per 100; SIH per 1000

ACHILLEA THE PEARL, rield-Krown, (1.00 per 100;
}<).0(l per IWJIJ.

HARDY PHLOX. «l 00 per 100.

JAMES FROST, Greenville, Ohio.

PELARGONIUM "THE BRIDE."

For tM«ut]r. profutloii of \iVm\u, ami (Iwnrf, nlmiH;ty
hsMt "f iCTowtti. Itii* tiCfit I'vltirKonluni In <*xliitunc(v
f'llor, ijpixT (>eliiln ijlnk. Iowlt whlU). I'lic^!. [iliinUi
In but] or \i\if%mim. If' Ui per lUU; by mail p<.»Hlpal(l. '.Vc.

KAKKr<*irM <iltANl>K. Hnc plnntn. T.fJO per
lOU; hr niAll p<MtpBl<], II Kj [Mrrufoifn.

Nn. 'll'l <irov« .Htr««-t. Al KOICA, I M,.

Mention Amerlean MorlRt

5000 Violet plants In exchapKc lor

Adianlum Capllliu-Vcneri«, V-inch, ffi 00 per lOii
Kephrolrpl* I'.mIIiU, S-lnch, 7.00 i>er 100

4-Inch. lOOOper 100
ftUte vnrletlp*. In what condition, etc.

JOHN IRVINE GREENHOUSE CO.,

BAY CITY. MIOH.

DON'T MISS THIS CHANGE.

We must have Room, and the only way to get it is
to Move Out the Stuff.

BEST VALUE IN PALMS OFFERED ANYWHERE.

LATANIA BORBONICA in 2 3-4 inch pots, showing character leaves, ready to

shift into 4 inch pots, very strong rooted. ^8.00 per 100. Sample

dozen for $1.25 by express. Packed light.
LATANIA BORBONICA, 4 inch pots with 4 to 6 good leaves, 20 to 24 inches

high, very strong roots. As good as most 6 inch stufT. ^25.00 per 100.

Sample dozen for g3.5o by express.
LATANIA BORBONICA, 5 inch pots, with 5 to 7 good leaves, 24 to 30 inches

high, good as most 7 inch plants. $50.00 per 100. Sample dozen

for $6.50 by express.

This Stock is in Extra Good Condition.

Has had no Fertilizers to force growth, and is clean. Comes perfect.
SPECIAL PRICES ON 500 OR 1000 LOTS.

B. P. Critchell & Co., "«5SMP

Mention American Florist.

500,000 ASPARAGUS ROOTS.

Conovor's Colossal, One and Two Years Old.

The roots are very fine and in perfect condition.

Very low rates will be quoted on large lots.

/. T. LOVETT CO., Little Silver, N. J.

Hydrangeas for Easter.

NICE SIZED PLANTS; WELL COLORED; PRICE LOW.
COME AND SEE THEM.

HESSION, Clarkson St., Flatbush, L. I.

Easter Lilies.

BY THE THOUSAND.

Also a large stock of all other bulb flowers

for the Easter trade can be secured at

the Scottwood Greenhouse.

Onlort* will rf'c-olve prciiupt hikI rwrcfiil ilt-
tentlon.

KAArt^s SCOTTWOOD GREENHOUSE.

D.wiM & M.\<ii;i;, iTcjp.i,
Scottwood Ave. & Bancroft SI.. TOLEDO, O.

Victoria Regia. Egyptian Lotus.
Pond Lilies. Aquatic Novelties.

SEEDS. DORMANT RODTS AND TUBERS.

If you have not received my Wholesale l.ist, ii i>oflt
card to thut cfTcct will fetch one by next mail.
Addreiw

WM. TRICKER, Clifton, N. J.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnation)!, Chrysanthemums, Colcus,
Verbenas, Etc. now ready.

Ht"cl( l. the vi<ry (m-hI. nnil iirlet-ii vui-y l<tw. If jtdu
w.nl nnr r<M>UMl riittlnKK It will pny you tooorroMponil
Willi IL. HviKl f'lr iirti'i' lint.

EVENDEN BROS., Williamport, Pa.

READY FOR BUSINESS

Make known your wants and we
will be pleased to quote prices.

CATAL.OOUES NOW READY. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

.Muntlun Amorlciiii KlorlHt.

500,000 Strawberry Plants.

Of .M) <l(l()l> VAICIKTIIOS.

Nil. 1 plnnlH viTj l.)\v, .'..(lUl r(i.N('<iul). 2 yearB, at
fld.UO imr UOO. .'i.UCiO No. 'J IiDlJHI.K I'lOAUL TUllK-
ItOSK. Koixl llciwcrliiK bullw. al Kl.UO per IWIO; 3,0(10 for
fi.WI. With or ivUliout oeln. Scrul fur prlcu list to

GHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.
For advs. for our

SPECIAL • SPRING • NUMBER,

I'o UK issi Ki)

NEXT WEEK.

MAIL AT ONCE OR YOU WILL BE TOO LATE.

American Florist Co.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

743

CLEMATIS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Per 100 Per 1000

Lilacina, purple $3.50 |30.00

Jackmanni, purple 4.00

Velutina purpurea, purple 3 50

Cipsy Queen, blue 3.50

Viticella venosa, blue 3.50

Viticella rubra Kermesina, red. 3.50

Lawsoniana, lavender 3.50

Raitiona, lavender 3.50

Albert Victor, pink 3. 50

Henryi, white 3.50

Miss Bateman, white, fragrant. 3.50

Mrs. Howard Wyse, white 3.50

Mrs. Baker, white 3.50

Duchess of Edinburg, abl. white 4.00
Paniculata, white, small flowers 3.50

35.00
30.00
30.00
30.00

30.00
30.00

30.00
30.00
30.00
30.00

30.00

1000 Rooted Cuttings, our selection, (15 per cent.
Jackmanni) $25.00.

N. B.—0'ders can not be filled for these cuttings
after March 20th.

W. S. LITTLE & CO.,

Commercial Nurseries. BO CHESTER, N. Y.

SMI LAX.

CUT SMILAX— Half an acre ready to cut
now. Quality A 1.

EASTER ORDERS BOOKED NOW.
SMILAX PLANTS-Extra strong 1 yr. old,

$2.50 per 100; 120.00 per 1000.
TRANSPLANTED SEEDLINGS-»1.00 per

100; »8 00 per 1000.
SMILAX SEED— A few ounces left; crop

of 1893, at 50c. per ounce.

JOS. E. BONSALL,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.
308 Qarfleld Avenne, SAIiEIS, OHIO.

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Perioo

Altemantheraa, Versicolor. Rosea nana, Aurea

nana. Tricolor and P. Major % .50

Coleua of BortB. mixed 50

" best new and old, named 1.00

Fuchsias 1.00

Mexican Primroses. 3 kinds 1.00

Altemantheras. full of cuttings 3.00

BefiTOnlaB, assorted : Lantanas. assorted 4. 00

Fuchsias, asa't; Heliotrope, ass't $3. 00 and 4.00

AbutUona, assorted...., 4.00

Echeverla Klauca $2.00and 3.00

Extensa Rlohosa, 6 to 12 In. across 25 & 50c. ea.

Achyranthus. aaaorted 3.00

Coleua. assorted $2.00 and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

" Schlzopetalus 6.00

Antherlcum plcturatum per dozen, 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted, 2J.^-ln. pots 4.00
Sliver-Leaf Geraniums. 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalls. Ortglesl and Bowll 4.00

Dahlias, named, our selection 5.00

French Cannas, named, our selection, dry roots.. 5.00

French Cannas. unnamed 3.00

potted 10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladlum, fine mixed ti.OO

named 8.00

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS,
Box 99. KANSAS CITY, MO.

SAYONARA.

EARLY, NEW,

LIGHT YELLOW CHRYSANTHEMUM.

Received First-Class Certificate of Merit
from Mass. Hort. Society, in Oct., '93.

Petals long, tubular and twisted, making a very
graceful flower. Plants ready now at 60c. each;
two for $1.00. Cash with order.

SOUTH LANCASTER, MASS.

MAY

GLADIOLUS.

Just the thing for Florists.

white, lightly touched with pink; large spike and
flowers; multiplies rapidly. i'2o.OO per lOOO.

CUSHIWANS STRAIN OF SEEDLINGS, 810.00 per
1000; mixed, $5.00 and $10.00 per 1000.

CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO., Euclid, 0.

AZALEAS FOR EASTER,

WE HAVE HOUSES FULL, AS WILL HE SEEN HV THE ABOVE ILLUSTK.\TION, OF
AZALEAS FOR EASTER FORCING.

The plants are in the best possible condition, finely set with buds, not too far advanced to ship
safely at this time, which will insure a supply for Easter. We can make selections of plants taken from
different temperatures to give a succession of bloom. We offer plants

9 to 10 inches in diameter at $ 4.50 per dozen; $35.00 per 100.
10 to 12 " " 6.00 " 45.00

12 to 15 " " 9.00 " 70.00

18 to 22 " ■' 30.00 "

The varieties we handle are the best market kinds. The 12 to 15 inch size are of exceptional value.
Send for copy of Dreer's Wholesale Price List for 1894, mailed free to Florists, Market Gardeners
and Nurserymen who enclose business cards.

HENRY A. DREER3 PHILADELPHIA.

New Ghrvsanthemum, MRS. J. GEO. ILS,

Flowers sent from San Francisco to the Chicago Show awarded a MEDAI,.

A erand white of remarkable substance, size and depth of flower. See niustration in American Flo-

RIST of November 16th. The very vigorous habit, and our large stock of this novelty, enables

us to assure the trade of good plants, and to guarantee safe arrival. To be sent out the

1st of March, 1894, at the following prices to the trade :

75 cents each; $7.50 per 12 plants; $14 per 25 plants; $25 per 50 plants; $40 per 100.

ORDERS BOOKED NOW HY

SIEVERS, 25 Post St., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

JOHN H.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Ghrysanthemums I Carnations.

Write for list and prices,
to suit the times.

Prices

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

ONE HUNDRED AND ONE FINE

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

FOie S3.00.

All fine commercial varieties Including one of the new

early pink Mrs. K. G. Hill, other stock In propoi^

tlon. Write for what you wart.

"W. C!. C!OOIt €«5 C30.,

70tU St. & Madison Ave., CHICAGO.

Last Call

FOR ADVS.

DTOS. OXTH

I

TO BE ISSUED J^EXT WEEK.
^3*lflail at once or you will be too late.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.

A FINi: STOCK OF

QUEEN

NIVEUS.

$10.00 PER 100.

J. A. PETERSON,

41 West 4th Street, CINCINNATI, 0.

ghrysIthemUms

CARNATIONS.

Send for trade list.

NATHAN SMITH & SON.

167 W. Maumee St., ADRIAN, MICH.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writinK to advertisera.

(44

The American Florist.

Mar. 15^

Piping for Hot Water.

Ed. Am. Florist: Will you kindly in-
form me how many runs of 4-inch pipe
are necessary to heat a three-quarter
span rose house 18x112 feet to 60° at
night by hot water on the "uphill" sys-
tem. I now have three runs under south
bench, three under north bench, one under
south center and one under north center
bench, but one of our local hardware
merchants insists that the house is not
properly piped. A. M.

Conn.

In answer would say that eight lines of
■t-inch external diameter pipe should be
sufficient to maintain 55° to 60° temper-
ature in zero weather in an eighteen foot
wide three-qua.-ter span house, providing
the boiler is able to easily operate the
amount of pipe in the house. The ar-
rangement of the pipes asyouhave placed
them is correct. Not knowing theamount
of surface in your house we cannot an-
swer your question positively. If you will
measure the number of square feet ex-
posed glass surlace in the roof, sides, and
gables and add one-tenth of the number
of square feet of wallsurface.if otherthan
glass, and divide this amount by three it
will give ^ou the number of feet of pipe
the house should contain. To find out the
number of rows of pipe divide this amount
by the length of the house in feet.

Llscoln Pierson.

Of Lord & Burnham Co.

JARDINIERES. ALL SIZES.

J.M.YOUNG&CO.,"Vew"y"Jrk>."'
WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Laniciit ond Uncut stock In Iho United
StAt«a. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jer»ey City, N. J.

\ I.K ItV: A llimmnn. K. K. McAllister
■ ■ .' S ^u-nuns. .New Vork; W. C. Krtck
II. llnyenulorfcr ACo.. I'lill*.: .J. M.
'IN nntl If- U Kunderlirucli. fMnclnniitl.
I l.'Toliind. O ; I). B l/inu. llulTnlo, N.
,n. Chloatfo: Wisconsin Klowfr Kx-
.,..<■. Wm Kllls'in. Ht l/»iil»; Kd. H.
.trjn. I> *'■: *t W fi<rri;y A *'» . Niisli-
. W Wo«j*l .^ S^His. Itlclinionrt. Vii. ; U.
J. VIrvIn .Sirw inlvmnn. iM-; f. A. Kuuhn, St. I»uls: N.
K. >!<-< nrtliy .t 1 ••.. llosUiti. .Muss

£r COMPANY-

iiftb It:..

H. BAYERSDORFER &CO.

Metal Designs, New forms and Novelties.

Wheat Sheaves, Extra heavy, finest quality.

Cape Flowers, New Importation, large stock.

Immortelles, Artificial Flowers, Palm Leaves, Doves, all Easter Supplies.

SBND FOB CATALOGUE.

WHOLESALE ONLY.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,

S6 IV. Fi'oixrtlx St.,

I»mivA.r>I5LF»Ml,v, I»A.

A. HERRMANN,

-£1S E^asl: 3^tlx St.

NEW YORK,

SAc&xi.XB.fca.o'tiJi.xTez- of

METAL DESIGNS, WREATHS and STANDARD FORMS IN GREAT VARIETY.

WHEAT SHEAVKS, CAPE FLOWERS and ALL FLORISTS' SUPPLIES at low prices.

I^escrlptlve Catalogue ready soon. Send your address and It will be forwarded soon as ready.

Fenster Pappe,

Metal

111 ^it^ii <->i wiiiiv. ii^iia^i..

Supplies of all Kinds,

the new German sub-
') stitute for glass on
frames. For detail see our Catalogues.
We furnish original Rolls of about 110
yards for $9.00 net cash. Trial Rolls,
enough to cover four sashes for $1.00
cash: these latter will travel by express
for little cost, weighing below lb lbs.

PVP9C I D9VDC (Sago Palm), natural
Ujuao LCaiCO, prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 4nc., 45c.. 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

npc jgne the best winter cem-
UCOIgllO, etery decoration, in
rich assortment of tasteiul designs:
Wreaths, Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc.,
in green or white foliage.

such as Im-
') inortelles,
Cape Flowers, Wheat Sheaves. Flower Bas-
kets, Pot Holders, Plant Stands, Fern
Dishes, etc., etc.; all quoted in our beauti-
fully and richly illustrated new Trade
List mailed free. Address

August Riilker & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24lh St., Ilnui Ynrl^
P.O. Station E. llCn lUIKi

Medal Awarded

at Wiirld's CoUniibiaii txposition to

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,

H3 N. 4th St., Philadelphia, Pa.

METALLIC DESIGNS, WHEAT SHEAVES, CEL-
LULOID BASKETS AND POT COVERS,
and all Florists' Supplies

MflRSGHUETZ & GO..

Florists' SoDDiies,

23 & 25 N. 4th St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Hrtifl for Cntiiloffur. —

YOU CAN

^v!?»!!^

' C«1.CAOO'

-IKi-CT-

SAVE MONEY BY

PUHCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING
Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter

Thr I -'"■I Ihllltr of Ihr klll'l rvrr invriitril ioTlfrrrn-
hou'*'- li-v^ S^nd for (Irncilpti'in iiiid ],llir Hut.

BAY 8TATE HARDWARE CO..
•«'« Frvvport HtrMt, IIUMTUN, MAH8.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.
Address all correspondence to 1 Music Halt Place.

Manufacture THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

sizes IHi-lnch and 2-lucli. Ji.OO per 100. Patent

fastener with eacli letter.

With orders for ftOO letters we give away a nicely

stained and varnlslied box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.

Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

AGENTS: A. Kulber ^^ Sons. New York; Marschuetz
& Co.. 25 N. -Ith Street. Phlladotphln. t'a.; F. E. Mc-
Allister. 22 I)ey St,. N. Y.; Ernst Kaufiuann & Co., 113
N. 4th St.. Philadelphia. Fu.: H. Baveradorfer & Co.,
Philadelphia. Pa.; A. 1). Perry & Co., .« Warren St.,
Syracuse. N. Y.; A. C. Kendal. Ud Ontario St.. Cleve-
land. O.; E. II. Hunt, T'.t I.ako St., Chlcutio: Wisconsin
Flower Exchange. i:^I Mason St.. Mllkwnukee. VVla.;
H. Sunderbrueh. -Ith and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati, O.;
T. W. Wood & Sons. t;ih and Marshall Sts, Richmond.
Va. ; Jas. Vlck's Sons, Uochester. N. Y. : Dan'l B. Lone.
Buffalo, N. v.; C. A. Kuehn. St. Ixiuls. Mo.; C. F.
HuntlnKt<)n A Co.. Indianapolis. Ind ; /. I>e Forest
Ely & Co.. 1024 Market St.. I'hlladelphla. Pa : Portland
Seed Co.. 171 2nd St.. Porihuid. Ort-u'on; A. Herrman,
41.') E.:t4th St.. New York; (ieu. A. Svitherland.d" Brora-
fleld St . Bo.sti.n: Welch Bros.. No. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton; N. F. McCarthy \ Co.. 1 Music Hall Place. Boston.

J. A. SlmiiKTw. 'I'uroiito. Ont., Agent for Canada.

W.C.KRICK'S

I'.VTKNT

Florists' Letters, Ftc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.

'Hh'j^..' U-tttTs are

tiijMli' "{ thf brst Im-
ILH.I ll.'^^■^, W ]r«'(l on

wkHul ur iiH'lal irauies
liitvlnKtH>les(lrlllo<lln
thtin to InstTt tooth-
plckw. by which to
fasten them In the de-
t*\iz". All in frlnge-
iiieiit* proi-ecuted.

2-lncliI.ottur8.$;i.U0

per IliO.

I'ostJige. 15 cts. per lUO.

Berv>ro purcliasInK
feir.l fur free sample
II nd I'll ta log ue unil
rmiipare w 1th n n y
ntliiT letter on the

W, C. KRICK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale hy all Floriils' Supply Dealers.

HUNTINGTON SEED GO.
Florists' : Supplies,

66 E. Washington St ,

INDIANAPOLIS, IND.

Slandard Flower Pots, Dried Grasses, Fancy Baskets
Mi'lal Designs. Trntlc CnlnloKur ninilrd free.

T8g4-

The American Florist.

745

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST I

Aren't you tired going through your housea two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping tbem up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have got just the thing you need, the NETTEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure' for
about half the cost of the old style. '3end for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

LAST
CALL
FOR

ADVS.

IN

OUR
SPECIAL
SPRING
NUMBER

TO BE

ISSUED

NEXT

WEEK.

MAIL

AT ONCE
OR YOU
WILL BE
TOO LATE.

TDCCq FRUIT AND
JJlEEzORNAMENTAL

Large General Stock of the Best. Surplus in

Peach, Plum, Pear "or,;"' Cherry, Etc.

EXCEEDINGLY HANDSOME LOT OF

Carolina, Lombardy and Golden Poplars,

Balm of Gilead, Imperial Gut Leaved Alder, Etc.

LARGEST ACREAGE OF SHRUBBERY IN THE
WEST. VINES, ROSES, PLANTS.

40th Year. 1,000 Acres. 28 Greenhouses.

The STORRS & HARRISON CO. Painesville.'btOhio.

WORLD'S FAIR TALK

may seem a bit out of time, but the
'publisher of

LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS . .

takes pleasure in repeating to readers of the Florist
the fact that L. F. P. was awarded a "WoM' s Fair Medal
and Diploma in the Horticultural Department.

Sezid fox? C7atal<3S-u.e to

DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, Buffalo, N. Y.

YICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at tlie St. Louis
Conventionwas to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send lor Catalogue and Es-
timates.

BJ. HlI»I»Aiei>, 'VotiJa.erekto-wia., Oliio.

fTNEMALTESE CROSS BRAND ^^.

THEVERYBKTor GARDEN &1AWN MIM

M ms Sl ^ Hi

IFvour dealer doesTiot haveilsend direct to IheTTiaiiufacti/rers

35 Warren Street,
NEW YORK.

TlieGiittaPerclia&RiitilerMa.Co.'

70 Lake Street,
CHICAGO.

88, 'go, '91

GEBmS STEEL GALUU*IZ££

PatM882,'85,'86, FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDto,

OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a hose
can be applied.
Sizes, ^-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serviceable
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is an infringement on one or more of our

Patents. The rights secured to us render each individual dealer or user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO,
Sole Mt'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Grip Armored Hose Patents, 49 Warren Street, New Y"'"-
.T. C. VAUGhAn. Agent, CHICAGO.

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746

The American Florist.

Mar. /J,

Piping for Steam.

Ed. Am. Florist: I would like +o in-
quire through your columns the proper
way ot piping a bouse 20x150 for steam
with 1-inch pipe, so as to have an even
temperature throughout the house and
not to have the ends warmer.

John R. Van Bochove.

Kalamazoo, Mich.

The amount of pipe required willdepend
upon the amount of glass exposure and
other exposed surfaces in the house. To
find the amount of pipe needed take the
square feet of glass surface in the roof,
sides, and gables and add to this one-
tf-nth of the nnmberof square feet of other
exposed surfaces, if of wood, stone or
bri:k. Allow one foot of 1-inch pipe to
each 2V4 ft. of such surface. After finding
the number of feet of pipe, divide by the
length of the house to find the number of
rows of pipe needed. To insure the gable
end being warmed uniformly wi^h the
other parts of the house carry the pipes
across the gable end or to the doorwaj-.
The best way to place the pipe would be
to raise from the main supply, dropping
from this point all the way to the return,
placing valves upon both flow and re-
turns at this end, also an air cock upon
the lowest part of the return pipe. This
will allow any two lines of pipe to be
operated independent of any others, while
the regulation of same is from one end of
the house, thus saving a good many steps
in the course of a season and allowing
close regulation of the heat. The pipes
may all be placed under the staging, or
part of them carried overhead, as desired.
They should be distributed evenly
throughout the house.

Lincoln Pieeson.

Of Lord & Burnham Co.

The Toronto Gardeners' and Florists'
association has issued a preliminary list
of premiums for its fifth annual chrysan-
themum show to be held next November.
Copies may be had on application to the
secretary, Mr. A. H. Ewing, Normal
School Gardens, Toronto, Ont.

LOCKLAND ®

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Clear

MATERIAL FOR

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SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

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HEATERS

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for a

GREENHOUSE.

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««

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried oflf highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES; 713. 715. 7^7 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St.t Jersey City, N. J.
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STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution ol the finuofSipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Courad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growinc demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
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you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
DcHef that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
st and samples and we know you will give us an order.

Send for price list i

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE. N. Y

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottery, new Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the bast Standard Pot
In tho market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

8E0RGE MESSINGER, Manager. lS,txmt. :Brooli:*le.lcl, 'SO.Ck.mm*

Standard Flower Pots.

2G PER CENT. OFF lur c.isli with onltr until fur
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ZU'lncih iMila, " 8 10 6 -Inoh ]Mjt«. " l;i HI
2Vi-lnnli iKila, " 4 «) II -Inch |m>Ii<. " 71 UU

■Inch iM.Ui. •■ r. («) 7 -Inch ikiIh. ■• Si (JO

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

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Made of best iron and g"alvauized after being
put together, every part riveted. For sale by
leading seedsmen in the United States. Ask for
the Wotherspoon Watering Pol and accept none
that are represented as being just as good. If
your seedsman does not keep them write direct
for descriptive circular.

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2123 South St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
EVANS' IMPROVED

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748

The American Florist.

Mfir. 75,

Index to Advertisers.

AOelCC 4Co 739

AdT. Katee. etc 73ij

American Boiler C0...T4S

Baker I'hebe A nsi

BallerF A ~M

Bayersdorfer H 4 Co . .744

BajStaUHdw Co 744

BenrerHH&Co 739

Black Charles "42

Blanc A 738 739

BonsaU Jos E T43

Boston Letter Co .744

BrsKoeLB 735

Brown R S & Sons 74:<
Brown & Caneeld . ...734

Bnntlnff Samael J 741

Bomajt Rafnor TSi

Rurmw.IG 748

Cal Seed Bulb.t Plant

Co 739

Carman B W 733

rarmod; J l> 745

Caasse Andre L 734

Cbandlee \ Macauley.743

Chandler K 1 747

CblUy UK 740 741

Cook\VC*Co. .74:1

Oorbrev* .McKellar...73)i
Cottage Gardens The .741

Crane AH 732

Crltchell B I' 4 Co... 742
Cnshman Gladiolus Co743

Dallledouze Bros .'40

DaTlsAMagee 742

Deamud.l B 4 Co 730

DeCock Jules.... 740
De Lamater Iron Wks.747

DeWItt JT 740

DIUonJL 734

DIngee 4 Conard Co... .73b

Domer Fred 4 Son 740

DreerH A 739 743

SlUott WH 736

EUlaonWm.... ..73G

Elf Z De Koreat 4 Co. .739
Essex BelKhts Floral

Co 741

ETenden Bros 742

Felhelm Lrnian 746

Felthouaen .1 E 7»«

Ferry I) M .t Co 738

Fisher Peter 4 Co 740

Ponrtennann 1 733

Frost James 742

Gardner John G nt

OillBthNS 741

Onmej_Hent<T Co .748
Gutia Perchn 4 Rubber

Mfk-ro 745

Haii Assn 716

Uancock48on 741

Ran James 7:i7

HartACniuse 746

llanfurd II K 735

"errAlbertM 741

Herrmann A 744

Herrmanns Seed Store 730

Besslon Henry 742

HewsAU4Co 746

Bllflniter Bros 746

mUBG4Co 733

HIppard E 745

Hltchlnics 4 Co 748

Hooker II M Co 747

Horan Kdw C 737

Boran Jns m\

Malsebowh Bros . ..7»<

Hiunpbrvy C B 741

Uant B U 737

BnntM A 733 734

FlDnter l-'rank D 737

Hnntlninon Hoed Co. . .744

IrrlneJohnCo 742

Jennlnjts B B 734

Jooalen C U 73;)

Jordan Floral Co 733

Kaurmann Kmsl ACo 744

Kennloritt Brt« Co 737

Krlok WC 744

Kraesebell Bros Co. ...747
KaduCA. 736

.737

.74S

La Roche 4 St&bl 7S«;

T.etelller \ Son zu

UttleWS.t Co T4:i

lAiOkland Lumber Co.. 74»;

Lonjrr>anI B. TS; 745

Lonsdale Edwin 741

' Lord 4 Bumham Co. ..748
Uivett J T Co 742

I McBrlde Ale.x.... 740

I McCarthy N F4C0....7S7

I McDonald Bros...

I McFarland J H.
McFarlnnd J U Co
Manda W A 742

I Mam J 4 Co 744

I Marscbuetz 4 Co 744

May John N 7Xt 741

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co 7:«

MlUanuBros 737

Monlntier Jno C 748

Nan2 .V Neuoer. 733

Nntloniil Plant Co 733

Oelschig AC "ii

Olsen 4 Hughes. . 737

Onwerkerk P 734

Parmenler Mfg Co 74r;

Pennock C J 741

Pennock Sam'l P. . ..To*;

Perkins FN "£

PetersLin J. A 7*s

Plereon F R Co "35

Plllsbury I L 734

Quaker City Mach Co. .747

Randall A L TS!

Keed Glass Co 747

Reed 4 Kaller 744

Rclnberi: Bros . 733 Ti:
Relrnscbnelder Ernst.. r3it

Kenard .luseph 740

Reuters J 741

Roberts OH 747

RoebrsThao 737

Roetner l-'red 73lt

Rolker A A Sons 744

Rupi)llS\ Sons TSi

Russell S J.. 744

Sander 4 Co 73:1

BcollaTJohnA 747

Segers Bros 739

Segers 4 Co 739

Shelmlre W R 740

SherldanWF 737

Slebrecht 4 Wadley ...Tii
Slevers John H. . .la

Sllustluns. want* 732

Smith Nathan 4 Son.. .74;i

Spooner \Vm H TSi

SlemmlerTW 733

Storrs 4 Harrison Co. .

TSi 745

StrebT 8 0 731

Struck J N 4 Bro 747

Suuderbruch H I. — THi
Sunset Seed 4 Plant Co7 in
Sutherland Geo A
Swayne Edward.. .

Swayne Wm

Syracuse Pottery Co

Tlituii Bros

Tricker Wm .
United States Nurs s
Van Hume Grlffen 4

Co 747

Van Zunten Bros ... 7.S9

Vaugban J C 734

Vick .v lllll 741

Wiiterbury Rubber Co 74.'t
Weathorcds SonsT W . 7ts

Weeber4Uon TS'

Welch Bros 7J«

Whilldin PotCo ..741;

Whitton S 4 Sons .. 7:41

Wlttlxild Goo.ge 735

Wolf K K 747

WollI I. .MfgCo 747

Wc)..d Bros 735

WothersiH^jn Jos R.. .74?

Young John 737

Young ThfJsJr 737

YoungJ .M 4C0 744

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■princ numfKT to be issued next week.

JOHN C. MOMNGER, X

297 Hawthorn* Art., S

CUICAUO, ILL. H

GREENHOUSE HEATING r| VENTILATING

Horticultural Architecture and Building.

HITGHINGS & GO.

Established 1844.

233 Mercer St., NEW YORK.

FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.

NINETEEN SIZES.

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Rosehonses, Greenhouses, Etc., of
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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MARCH 22, 1894.

No. 303

ifL^iE ttkmMm^^m fmum'^

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published every Thursday by

The American florist Company.

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To Europe, $2.00.

Address all communications to

AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY.

333 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO.
Eastern Office : 67 Bromfield St., Kogton.

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS.

J. T. ANTHONY. Chicago, president; Robert Kift,
Philadelphia, vice-president: Wm. J. Stewart, 67
Bromileld St., Boston, Mass., secretary; M. A. Hunt,
Terre Haute, Ind., treasurer. Tenth annual meeting
at Atlantic City, N. J., August, 1894.

CONTENTS.

The arrangement of flowers 761

— Proper care of stock 751

— Mossing designs and baskets 752

— Stemming and wiring flowers (iUus) . . 753

— Simple funeral designs (4 illus) 754

Flowers and their colors 7.56

Chicago notes 757

I,ily of the valley (illus) 758

Roses — What can be done with Gontier (illus) . 760

— How many men to employ 760

— Climbing Niphetos rose (illus) 762

Seasonable hints . 762

Carnations— Notes 764

—Snails among carnations . 761

Orchids— Cyp. Leeanum giganteum (illus) . . . 764
— Cypripedium X Gravesse, N. Hyb. (illus) . . . 764

Hardy rhododendrons 765

The uew mushroom 765

Blight of ornamental ferns (illus) 766

A sobralia leaf blight (illus) 766

John A. Pettigrew (portrait) 767

New York 767

Chicago 768

Obituary— R. J. Halliday (portraiti 76S

Bufialo 769

St. I.ouis 769

Correction 769

Decision about duty on plants 774

The seed trade— Notes 776

—Recent import decisions 776

Montreal 782. 784

Philadelphia [ 786

Boston 788

Baltimore . 790

Toronto 792

Ottawa, Canada 794

Express rates 796

Nashville, Tenn.— G. W. Currey & Co.
have added a large chrysanthemum house
to their already large plant and from the
looks of the young stock are preparing to
take first money at the next chrysanthe-
mum show. Mr. Currey is cutting some
very fine roses; among others the Brides-
maid and Kaiserin were conspicuous,
Mr. C. says Kaiserin is not as good a
keeper with him as the Bride but there is
a style about it he says, that can't be
beaten. Joy & Son have just added two
more fine houses to their range. The
small one, 25x70, is for carnations, the
other, 30x100, is for roses in solid beds.
Mr. Joy is preparing to grow more car-
nations in future; says thev have done
much better this year than usual.

The Arrangement of Flowers.

Following we present the first of a
series of comprehensive articles on the
arrangement of flowers written under our
general instructions by Mr, F. F. Ben-
they. We have purposely treated at con-
siderable length upon the elementarj'
details, in re.sponse to numerous requests
from subscribers for such instmiction. The
experis, to whom these articles will be
simply a description of their own methods
and experience will therefore pass them
by, but to a large number of our readers
we know they will be very acceptable.
We have endeavored to "begin at the be-
ginning," covering the simplest details
fully and plainly and to treat the subject
from a thoroughly practical standpoint
throughout. And while the articles here
presented will propabh- be of interest
mainly to those of limited experience,
later on we shall touch upon matters in
which all may find something of value.

PROPER CARE OF STOCK.

Taking good care of our stock is one of
the most important matters to consider
if we engage in the cutflower business. It
is the foundation of success. Without in-
telligent care we will surely find it a los-
ing venture. The extremely perishable
nature of our stock is such that it re-
quires constant attention. No rush of
business should everallowusto lose sight
of this fact.

Let us suppose we are located in a small
city, but our trade is large enough to war-
rant us in keeping up a supply of cut
flowers. Part of our supply we grow
ourselves. Let us say we have a set of
five houses of average size, one house in
roses of different sorts, one of carnations
in variety and one of miscellaneous stuff
of such kinds as our trade demands; the
other two will probably be in pot plants,
which latter don't concern us just now.

Roses should receive our attention first,
and it is of the utmost importance to cut
the flowers at the proper time. We find it
therefore necessary to go through our
house several times a day. It requires
some experience and good judgment to
cut roses at the proper time. No rule can
be laid down which would apply to all
varieties.

The tea varieties, such as Bon Silene,
Safrano and Gontier must be closely
watched and cut just before the flower
petals begin to loosen. Be careful not to
cut too soon; although this variety will
open when placed in water if cut in quite
hard bud, the flowers will not develop
into as large blooms, and generally will
fade more or less. If the buds on the
other hand are allowed to remain on the
plants too long they will be worthless.
When cut properly these buds may be
kept for a week or more if the weather be
cool.

The larger varieties, such as Mermets

and Brides, should never be cut when in
the bud state, but should remain on the
plants until the petals begin to unfold. La
France and Meteor are best cut when
about half open. ""^

Of course judgment must be exercised as
to the season and also whether the flow-
ers are intended for shipping or home con-
sumption must be considered, but as we
are not in the growing of flowers for the
market, we will only consider the ques-
tion from the standpoint of a dealer who
caters to his own retail trade. However
as such we must take into account the
season of year, for in warm weather the
flowers will open much quicker and better
and the buds should therefore be cut a lit-
tle sooner than in cold weather.

American Beauty and all of the hybrids
should never be cut when in tight bud. In
dark and cloudy weather the flowers may
remain in bud foranumberof days,butas
soon as the sun strikes them will burst
open very quickIy,so we must watch them
closely.

As soon as your stock is cut place in cold
water. Never allow your flowers to get
wilted after cutting. Wet the foliage be-
fore putting them away; it does not hurt
the flowers if you should wet them also,
but never sprinkle the flowers afterwards
if you intend to keep them any length of
time, as the water is apt to spot them.

Carnations will keep in good condition
on the plants for some time, and need not
be picked Lvery day in order to keep them.
But some of the colored sorts, particu-
larly most of the pink varieties, are apt
to fade if allowed to remain on the plants
too long and it is best to gather them and
keep set in water in a cool place.

Allow your carnation flowers to fully
open on the plants before you cut them.
Unlike the rose a carnation will not de-
velop when picked unmatured; on the
contrary it will shrivel and fade very soon,
it will close again at night, will not keep
as well.

If tulips and the rest of the varieties
irentioned are grown in flats, thesemight
be placed in a cool and dark place when
in bloom, and cut when desired. The flow-
ers will keep in this way for weeks.

Violets should never be picked until an
hour or two before they are wanted. Put
them in water before sendingthem out, as
the flowers will last longer and give bet-
ter satisfaction when received. The violet
will lose its fragrance very soon after it
is picked unless it be kept in a warm at-
mosphere and there it will soon wilt, so
it is better to let your flowers fade on the
plants if the demand should be below your
supply, rather than to try to save them
by keeping them in cold storage.

Lilies: Such varieties as Harrisii and
candid um should be moved into a cool
place as soon as the first flowers are open,
jf we can utilize short stemmed flowers in

r design work it will be better to allow
the buds to open on the plants; if not,

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the first flowers will be gone before the
last bud developes. If we desire to keep
the flowers for some time it is best to cut
the stock as soon as the first two flowers
are open; the buds will readily open when
placed in water, although the top buds on
strong plants of say from 7 to 12 blooms
to the plant, will seldom develop into sal-
able blooms when thus cut. Lilies can be
kept in salable condition without much
trouble for two weeks or more. Callas
also will keep much longer when cut be-
fore fully expanded, than when left on the
plants.

Most people are laboring under the
mistaken idea that cut flowers will last
much longer when fresh cut and placed in
a room. That such is not the case is a
lact well known to theexperienced florist.
If flowers are gathered early in the morn-
ing or on a cool and cloudy day, and im-
mediately carried home and placed in
water and set in a cool room they will
keep well enough, but when picked in the
middle of the day and carried around for
an hour or two, and then put in a warm
room, it will be found that flowers picked
the day before will last twice as long. Al-
ways pick your flowers early in the morn-
ing if possible, you will find they will keep
better than those gathered at midday.
Roses, as before mentioned, will have to
be cut at differenttimes.butavoid cutting
when the sun is hot.

So far we have referred to flowers
grown on the place, but ifwe wish to carry
on our business successfully we will be
obliged to buy more or less of oursupply;
these we draw probably from the nearest
market. If carefully packed the flowers
thus received, if the distance be not too
great, and the stock is fresh when sent,
will arrive in good condition, but it should
receive your immediate attention; unpack
the box at once, remove all bad and crushed
petals when you take the flowers out, cut
a little ofl' the stems, if roses wet the foli-
age but not the flowers, place them in
cold w?.ter and put them away in a cool
dark place. If vou wish to use the flow-
ers at once of course you will have to take
them in the shape they arrive, but if thus
treated and only left for an hour or two
before sent out, the stems will fill with
water and stiffen the flowers and foliage
and thus add materially to the keeping
qualities of the flowers.

With carnations we must Ije careful not
to wet the flowers, as these will shrivel
up if put away in that shape, but cut the
stems. The same will hold good with all
bulbous stock. Keep stems in water but
the tops dry. Chrysanthemums, when re-
ceived in wilted condition, might be
dipped, flowers and all, in water, butcare
should be taken to shake out the water
from the blooms before they are set
away.

Violets, if shipped from a distance of
say fJOO miles or more, will generally
arrive though in sound condition yet
without their fragrance. These flowers
will often regain their sweet odor by put-
ting the stems in warm water and keep-
ing them in a warm room; to guard
against wilting wrap the flowers in tissue
paper.

If flowers arc received in a frozen con-
dition, dip in cold water and put them
nway at once in a cool plricc;avoid hand-
ling them ns much n» possible until the
frost has Ijcen drawn out. A good deal of
the stock can \k saved even if frozen (|ui'c
solid. When received in such a state bet-
ter not unpack them but spray with cold
water, cover with wet paper and keep
thtm cool.

Flowers that have been frozen will not
keep and must l>c worked up at once.

Such varieties as roses, carnations, tulips
aud lilits will stand some frost without
much apparent injury, while camellias,
heliotrope and others will turn black al-
most immediately. Hyacinths, narcissus
and valley will show a watery appear-
ance in the flowers afterthe frost isdrawn
out. All such stock is only fit to work
up in designs which are not required to
keep above a few hours, such as funeral
work. If no orders are at hand to work
the stuff off at once better throw it away,
as it is sure to work injury to your trade
if sold for fresh cut <i»wers.

Now let us consider the best place to
keep flowers. There is no question in our
mind that a dark cool cellar is far pre-
ferable to an ice box. If your salesroom
is connected with your greenhouses your
first care should be to provide such a
place for keeping your stock. Have it
roomy enough for your needs and be sure
to provide proper means for ventilation.
Have the floor cemented and always keep
it sweet and clean. Such a cellar will cost
but little and will soon pay for itself. In
the first place you will save the cost of ice
the greater part of the season; besides
flowers kept in such a place will keep in
good condition better and last longer
when taken out than those preserved in
an ordinary ice box.

Ifwe do our business in a store we are
often obliged to resort to the refrigerator
but if we do let us be careful to select one
best suited ior our purposes. There is a
vast difference in the keeping qualities of
refrigerators as regards flowers. The
great majority of these boxes are totally
unfit for our purpose. An ordinary re-
frigerator is built with the purpose in
view of keeping the air as dry as possible.
This is the box that is required for keep-
ing meats, butter and eggs, but is not the
kind we want. We need one that retains
a certain amount of moisture. We can
test such a box by placing a number of
jars in it filled with water, which should
evaporate the required moisture, then wet
a piece of tissue paper and put in the box
in the evening. If you find your paper
dry in the morning your box is too dry
for your purpose. Besides we must pay
attention to temperature. We do not
want it too cold, from 35° to 4-0° is bet-
ter than 33° to 35°. If we select our re-
frigerator on those points we are pretty
sure to get what we need. If you wish to
give some attention to appearance have
it as handsome a piece of furniture as you
wish, but fight shy of a glass front. Your
stock needs to be kept dark as well as
cool.

Vases or jars for keeping flowersshould
be selected of such kinds and shapes best
suited for our purpose. "Anything that
holds water" doesn't answer. Let us
consider this subject from the point of
utility, that is shape, size and depth. So
long as the inside is glazed it matters lit-
tle if the material lie the coninioncstclay.
When we speak of shape we only lay
stress upon the point that the vase should
be somewhat flaring ;it the top. I-'lo^ers
placed in such a vase will not crush to-
gether as in one straight up and down.
The size will readily be determined by
your re(iuiremintB, but jiropcr depth
should never Ik; overlooked. Such flow-
ers ns llarrisiis, callus, chrysanllKiiiiimH
and long stemmed Beauties and hybrids
should never Ik; olaccd in shallow vases.
The three varieties first mentioned par-
ticularly will absorb a great amount of
water in '2\ hours. The vase or jar to
hold these should be from 12 to IH inches
deep, according to length of stem; and be
careful not to crowd too many flowers in
one vase, for even if your vase be of proper

depth yon will often find that every drop
of water has been obsorbed in less time
than you would think possible, and the
stems will stand dry.

Now that we have put away our stock
in proper shape don't for a minute sup-
pose that it won't require further atten-
tion until sold. Establish a rule, and
never deviate from it, to carefully look
over your stock every morning, pick oflF
all the bad petals from the flowers, snip
off a little off the stems, empty and refill
your vases with fresh water, and put them
away again.

Mignonette and asters for instance can
be kept a long time, but these flowers ren-
der the water offensive in a very short
time. The vases these flowers are kept in
also get slimy very quickly, so take good
care and clean them thoroughly at least
twice a week.

MOSSING DESIGNS AND BASKETS.

The "mossing up" is the first step in
making up a design, and it is not such an
unimportant matter as the new beginner
is often led to believe. It is in fact of so
very great importance that to have it
done right a good "maker up" will often
moss his own design if it be of a particu-
lar nature, rather than to trust it in the
hands of a boy who is generally trained
in to do this kind of work in large estab-
lishments. The sphagnum moss generally
used for this work comes in bales or
crates and is usually received in a dry
state and is unfit for use in this condition.
Open the bale, shake up the moss thor-
oughly, as you will find it lumpy, but
don't break it up too fine. Pick out all the
coarse roots you often find in it, and then
wet it sufficiently to have it moist, but be
careful not to pour too much water on it.
It is worse to have your moss too wet
than too dry. If too wet the sphagnum
will pack too solid, and besidesit addsan
undue weight to your design. Always
keep a supply of your moss properly pre-
pared on hand ready for use; you will
find it a great saving of valuable time
when you are in a hurry.

Flat wire designs, such as crosses,
wreaths, etc., will have to be "tin foiled"
before the moss is put in. Get a grade
commonly called "florists' foil" which is
of the right weight. Cut the foil in pieces
of proper length to fold around the frame,
allowing about V4 of an inch to fold
over the edges. Then put in your sphag-
num and press in firmly, but not too
hard; if the moss is rammed in too tight
you will find it difficult to insert your
picks. Above all lay in your moss evenly;
an inexperienced hand will generally get
it high in one place and low in another,
some spots so loose that a pick will not
hold, and another place as hard as a
brick; bear in mind that it is difficult to
turn out a first-class piece of work with a
poorly mossed frame. The moss should
be slightly raised above the edge of your
frame; you can turn out a better looking
piece than when mossed flat, but don't go
to the other extreme nn<l moss too high.
I'or tying designs of this class we prefer
white spool cotton, say No. 10; this
should be passed around your design suf-
ficiently to keep the moss iniilace.

For upright wire designs it is best to
line your |)iece inside with green sheet
moss instead of tin foil. A well finished
piece of work of this kind, although the
l)ack is not designed to be viewed, should
be backed up witli green, and if green
moss be used in place of foil the appear-
ance will be much better. This sheet moss
should be procured in the fall, vhen a
stock may be laid in to last for the win-

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ter. If kept dry in a cold cellar or stor-
age room it keeps green a long time.
Spread out in quantity to your need from
time to time and wet thoroughly and you
will find it as fresh and green as when
first gathered.

Baskets of open wicker work and like
nature will also have to be lined inside
with foil, but for large flats, pillows, and
designs of that nature, we may use some
grade of heavy paper. This answers the
purpose of keeping the moss from sifting
through equally as well as foil and is
much cheaper. If paper be used for a pil-
low you will find it necessary to use foil
in the corners of your designs, since it is
difficult and takes too much time to make
your paper fit into them.

It is difficult to state how high your
baskets should be mossed. It depends on
the shape and on the effect we desire to
produce, but in every case the moss should
be raised above the rim of the basket, if
the effect is to be showymossyour design
high. Baskets of irregular shape will of-
ten have to be mossed to follow the lines,
in order to give the desired effect.

For tying in moss in baskets we prefer
to use wire, No. 26 or 28 will answer the
purpose very well; draw the wire through
the rim of the basket, not around it. If
string be used something heavier than
spool cotton is required; a light grade of
cotton twine such as is used generally for
tying up small packages will do. Draw
your twine through the rim of your bas-
ket or design;this is easily and quickly done
by using a packing needle. You should
always avoid passing the twine around
the outside of your basket as this will give
a slovenly appearance.

For designs of a special character no
rule can be laid down; the nature of your
design may be such that one part may be
mossed high and another part quite low;
you must be guided in such a case by
keeping in mind the efiect you wish to
produce.

There are very few men who moss ex-
actly alike, but on all essential points
most will agree. We cannot expect that
a new beginner, even if he follow the hints
above given to the letter, will be able to
"moss up" a piece correctly thefirst time;
the main point is to start in the right di-
rection and a little practice will do the
rest.

STEMMING AND WIRING FLOWERS.

The stemming and wiring of flowers is,
next to "making up, "themost important
matter in design work. It is essential
that a new beginner should start in the
right direction, from the first time he
takes hold of wire and pick. If you start
in wrong you will find it a difficult matter
to break yourself of an acquired habit
though experience may prove it to be a
bad one. Many old-timers will recollect
the age of broomstraw and spool cotton.
Cut flowers in those days were mostly cut
without stems and for bouquets. The
flowers were tied onto the broom straw,
cut in proper length, by means of cotton
thread. For design work also broom
straw was used to a large extent; tooth-
picks at 35 cents a box, obtained at the
corner drugstore were considered too ex-
pensive a luxury. Even with those prim-
itive means a good stemmer would be-
come quite expert, and we can well recol-
lect when wire came in general use how
awkward we found it to handle the new
material, and for quite a time we clung to
the old style from sheer habit.

Let us first take up the stemming of
carnations on picks. The picks used should
be of good quality, as a poor article is a

nuisance to handle. Use only hardwood
picks as all other grades are liable to
break and you will have to do the work
over again. For wire use No. 36. Cut it
in five equal lengths to the coil for general
use. For first practice you may probably
find it better to have your wire a trifle
longer, as you are apt to pass it around
the pick and flowers oftener in order to
fasten securely, than is really necessary.
In that case cut the wire in four lengths
to the coil.

Now take up a bunch of wire and hold
in your right hand between your third
and little fingers, and hold the pick in
your left, in the position shown in our il-
lustration Fig. 8. Fasten a piece of wire

Fig. H.

to the top of the pick by giving a twist
overhand, draw the wire outof the bunch
by a motion of the right hand, at the
same time pick up the flower with your
right and place it against the pick and
give another overhand wrap around
flower and pick, Fig. 9. Be careful you

place the flower in such position that the
first two turns of the wire will pass
around the calyx of the flowers, draw the
wire around firmly but not too tight, as
the wire will otherwise cut through the
calyx; now give a rapid twirl to the pick
between your thumb and index finger.
Fig. 10, until the end of the wire passes

Fig. 10,

around the pick when it leaves the hand
as shown in Fig. 11.

An experienced stemmer may safely
omit the first movement, that of fasten-
ing the wire to the pick first, but if the
novice should do so he will find his flow-
ers slip off the pick nine times out of ten.
On the whole we think it the best plan
anyway as it will give the best satisfac-
tion and the first is as quickly done as the
other.

In a general way carnations are stem-

med on whole picks, and if to be used for
srnall flat design, the pick is shortened
with a sharp knife to the desired length,
although some florists prefer to cut their
picks to the desired length before stem-
ming. Care should be taken to wrap all
the wire around the stem and not leave

Fig. II.

an inch or so sticking out, as this inter-
feres with your work. And don't run it
too far down to the point if you have to
shorten your pick by cutting.

There are other modes of stemmingcar-
nations which are often practiced when in
a great rush, and by some habitually.

The first, as shown in Fig. 5, is done by
using wire of say No. 24. The wire, cut
in proper lengths, is simply run through
the calyx of the flower and bent down; it
is done more rapidly than wiring the
flower to the pick and on this point has
its advantages, but is not as satisfactory
on the whole. The same might be said of
the practice of simply sticking the pick
into the lower part of thecalyx by break-
ing the flowers off short, as shown in Fig.
7. Only flowers with perfect calyces can
be stemmed this way; if thecalyx be split,
as we too often find it, it can't be done
satisfactorily, besides the flower will eas-
ily slip off the pick if shoved closely into
the moss, as it should be. Fig. 6 shows
a flower stemmed in the way recom-
mended.

Although we advocate the use of as lit-
tle wire as possible for the artificial sup-
port of flowers we find nevertheless that
we cannot altogether do without it. But
if we have to resort to its use let us do it
neatly and make it as little noticeable as
possible. The lines showing the wire in
our illustrations are heavier than the re-
lation to the size of stem would warrant.
This was done in order to show up the
process plainly.

We should never use a supporting wire
to a rose if the stem is strong enough to
support the flower in an upright position,
but if weak we must resort to the use of
wire. Use a No. 26 or No. 24 wire, cut in
any length desired, insert one end of the
wire into the calyx of the flower and then
twist around the stem as shown in Fig. 1
and Fig. 3. As we wish to preserve the
natural appearance of the flower, care
should be taken to pass the wire between
the foliage on the stems and not twist it
out of shape. Avoid the practice, often
noticed, of stripping off every leaf from
the stem and then wiring them in a bunch
close up to the flower.

Fig. 3 shows a half long rose stemmed
for a bouquet with the supporting wire.
If such a flower is wanted for a large bou-
quet you may have to run a double wire
somewhat lower than shown, and at the
lower part of the stem you may also wire
in any loose leaves you have on hand.

Fig. 2 shows a rose strong enough in
stem, but too short for the purpose
intended, and the wire, which should be
No. 24, serves the purpose of lengthening
the stem .

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Fig. 1 shows a halt" long rose wired for
a basket. For this kind of work we pre-
ler the matchstick to the ordinary pick,
in fact in large pieces where long stem-
med flowers are used it is indispensable as
the pick is neither strong enough nor long
enough to support the flower. These
matcbsticks come generally in lengths of
two feet, and can be cut in any length de-
sired. Get your stock from some respons-
ible dealer iu supplies, as there is any
quantity of poor and brittle stufi'in the
market that is worse than useless. There
is nothing so trying to one's patience, not
to mention loss of time when you are in a
hurry, as to find that every other flower
you pick up is stemmed on a brittle stick
that will snap in two when you try to in-
sert it into the moss.

In Fig. 4 will be seen a weak stemmed
rose wired for what is generally termed
festooning, that is the flower to be raised
more or less above the level of the body of
your design. The wiring of roses through
the flower is not practiced as much now
as formerly; the flower-buying public
strongly objects to it and with very good
reason. We do not hesitate to condemn
this practice as a fraud if the flowers be
sold loose and as fresh stock, but for some
purposes it is allowable and has even its
good points. For instance let us suppose
you have a lot of gentlemen's bouton-
nieres to make and at the same time have
on hand a supply of Bons or Gontiers,
which threaten to open shortly and prob-
ably go to waste. These roses, neatly
wired, will answer your purpose very
well, and furthermore the wire will keep
your rose in the bud shape and besides it
will not break off and be lost to the
wearer, as is often the case when the bud
is not wired. Use a No. 36 wire for this
purpose. Close the fingers of your left
hand around the top of the bud to keep
the petals in position and run two wires
through the flower from two sides, as
shown in Fig. 12, bend the four ends of
the wire down and twist around the
stem; see Fig. 13.

Pig. 11. Ftf. ij.

WIRIMO ROOM.

Rom* thnt nrr wired in thiiwny should
not Ik kept lon^. When wet the wire will
soon rust nncj dincolor the flower. Some-
times copper wire is uiioil, which doesn't
rust, but this wire is so soft nn<l pliable,
that n much heavier wire will have to tie
used and is therefore very objectionable.

Camellias nre not used very much now-
a-days, and those we get now arc often

VARIOUS MODES OF STEMMING ROSES AND CARNATIONS.

cut with stems and therefore don'trequire
wiring. For the wiring of shortstemmcd
flowers use No. 26 wire. Handle the
same as roses and twist the four ends of
the wire together closely. When used in
a flat funeral design as most of these flow-
ers arc, insert the wires right into the
moss, or else tie to a pick first.

Pansies when worked into a design will
not always hold up their heads, in a de
sirable way, and we find it necessary to
often wire a few flowers. Take a No. 36
wire and insert one end into the calyx
and twist around the stem, then tie three
or four flowers withaleaf or small branch
to a pick, or if wanted for a bouquet to n
No. 26 or No. 24- wire.

Uesides the above mentioned there nre
many other varieties that require the use
of wire, pnrtirulnrly when the stem is
short and the flower is wanted for u
bunch or design thnt requires additional
length, but in all such cases we trust that
the hints given above will be suflicient.

ABBANORMBNT OP HIMrLI! AMI I.SKXI'RN-
fllVI! I'l'NRKAI. IIK8IGNS.

Foliage and greens in their various
forms are indis|K-nsable in design work.
So great indccil is their importance thnt
we should give this Hubjccl a most careful
study. It is not our intention at present
to enlarge upon this matter further than
is necessary to illuHtratr the subject mat-
ter in band but us wc progress with the

forms of arrangements we shall enter
more fully into this subject as it may sug-
gest itself in connection with the individ-
ual characteristics of either flower or
design.

Our present aim is to describe and illus-
trate designs in their simplest forms suit-
able for funeral purposes. Let us start
with a cross. Having followed our in-
struction and mossed the frame in proper
shape we shall proceed to "make it up."
The first step will be to arrange the green
to form the background. This back
ground, aside from adding to the elTect of
oirr design, also servos largely to enable
us to economize in the use of flowers.
Smilax and hardy ferns are the cheapest
and best material lor our purpose. Select
a string of smilax, not too heavy if your
piece be small, and fasten it around the
edges of the cross by means of a No. 24
or 26 wire cut in suitable length and bent
to form a staple. A supply of thcseshould
be ready at hand (or instant use. Having
nrrangcd the smilax nroiiiul the edge
cover the sphagnum with hardy ferns as
shown in illustration No. 1. If callas be
used in the piece you will find it best to
imbed the stem in the moss as the flowers
will flag very (piickly otherwise. In this
CISC the cnlla had belter be placed before
the fern leaves arc put on, as otherwise
you arc apt to disarrange them.

Our first illustration shows an IH-inch
cross with calln placed in proper position
and covered with green, which completes
the design in its first stage.

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ARRANGEMENT OF CROSS. ILLUSTRATION No. 1.

If a number of designs are to be make
up, we will find it to our advantage to
pass them all through the first stage be-
fore we advance to the next step. Let us
constantly bear in mind that the saving
in time, if only a few minutes, is often of
the very greatest importance, especially
in work of this kind when the order is
of necessity given on short notice, and
every minute counts.

We will now advance to the second
stage, the base work, or what is gener-
ally termed the "blocking ofT' of a piece.
For work of this kind we may use short
stemmed carnations, short stemmed or
broken off roses, in fact all sorts of odds
and ends in white flowers that may be at
hand. Generally carnations form the
bulk of the material for this purpose,
though white roses, such as Brides that
have opened a little too far to be salable
as cut flowers can also be used to advan-
tage.

In illustration No. 2 we show the cross
"blocked" and ready for the third and
last stage, that of finishing, or "festoon-
ing" as we generally term it. As will be
seen in No. 2 the flowers in base work
are set in loosely and quite a distance
apart. Our object should be not alone to
turn out a tasteful piece of work, but to
accomplish it by the use ot the least pos-
sible amount of material. Few designs
such as crosses, wreaths, etc., are blocked
oft" now-a-days as was the practice in

former years, by making up the base
work of solid carnations without a bit of
green and then festooning over this in the
usual manner. Such groundwork, aside
from the useless waste of material, is ob-
jectionable also from the artistic stand-
point, as such a piece will always look
stiff and clumsy. Still we sometimes find
a customer who will insist on such an
arrangement as he imagines it looks
richer. In such a case we had better
humor our patron, but be sure to figure in
your price the additional amount of
stock to be used.

Now for the finishing of our design.
From the first stepof tinfoilingand moss-
up to and including the base work re-
quires no great skill and is purely mechan-
ical work in its nature. A little practice will
soon enable us to accomplish it in a satis-
factory manner but when it comes to
finishing or, as we call it, festooning, we
are called upon to use a little taste. Not
every florist is a born artist, but if he
possesses a love for flowers and a liking
for the business, no matter how little
natural taste he may have he will with
time and practice prove himself a pretty
fair hand in this line of business.

In illustration No. 3 we show the cross
in a finished condition. Our object was
to have this design made up in such a
way as to show even.' flower to the best
advantage and to use no more material
than is absolutely necessary for efi'ect.

Illustrations of flowers, particularly
those of designs, obtained by the photo-
graphic process, are not always what we
could wish them to be. The adiantum
used in the design shown throws a
shadow over the flowers placed behind it
and therefore hides some of them from
view.

The material used in this cross is all
second grade stock and selected purposely
of such kinds as are most commonly used
for such work at this time of year, such
as cull roses, Romans, valley, freesia and
alyssum, with a finish of adiantum.

We have already treated the subject of
stemming in a general way but will find
it necessary to refer to it again from time
to time as the various kinds of material
used for different purposes are passed in
review. It is difficult to state just how
long to leave the stems of the flowers to
use as festooning in small flat designs
such as we have under consideration.
Judgment will have to be used to some
extent, as the nature of the material will
have to be taken into account. Valley
and Roman hyacinths wilt quickly and
we should be careful to run the stems by
means of the pick, into the moss, or at
least bring the stem closely up to it. This
should in fact apply to all other flowers,
as well. In stemming lily of the valley
always wire in a leaf with the flower, but
don't place the leaf too high; the flower
should show well above it. As regards
foliage for finish, adiantums in various
forms are undoubtedly the best for our
purpose. A. cuneatum being the most
common in our market is at the same
time one of the very best, a variety useful
in many other arrangements as well, and
should always form part of your regular
stock.

Our fourth illustration shows a wreath
of crescent shape made with the same class
of stock with the addition of a few Har-
risii lilies and a bunch of marguerites.
The process of putting up such a design is
nearly the same as that of the cross with
the exception that no carnations or other
flowers are used as a base, but all the
flowers stemmed long and arranged
loosely.

As the season varies so also will we find
different varieties of flowers as we pass
from winter into summer. Almost every-
thing in the shape of white, cream or del-
icate pink will come in handy. In winter
in addition to the varieties mentioned in
connection with our illustration the ca-
mellia is largely used with very good ef-
fect, as IS also Encharis amazonica. In
summer we can make good use of the
hollyhock, gardenia, aster, tuberose, and
if hard up for material may press the
balsam into service. Roses and carna-
tions we have with us always. Of the
former Niphetos is the best variety for
this class of work, particularly in the
summer season, but we need not confine
ourselves to white alone. There is no ob-
jection to the use of delicate cream or pink
in funeral work, and although we may
find sometimes that objections are raised
against anything but pure white, still the
majority of flower buyers prefer an ar-
rangement with a shading of color, to-
that of dead white alone.

Ants.

Will some member of the craft kindly-
give information as to the best way to^
get rid of ants, both out and indoors,
and oblige A Constant Reader.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

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Flowers and Their Colors.

There are certain facts about colors in i
relation to flowers which it seems essen-
tial for florists and horticulturists to
know. Sometimes it happens that some-
one who is directly interested in science
(particularly in reference to its dealings
with color) scoffs at the idea that an art-
ist must by force of his natural gift pos-
sess any scientific knowledge of color.
Science we know means in a couple of
words, truth attained by a methodical
course of study. The artist is the man
above all others whose work is character-
ized by method. In the course of his work
be must uy necessity become acquainted
with innumerable facts connected directly
with the nature and operative influences
of color. As a matter of fact all we know
about color has been taught us by the
scientist and artist. Still there is more to
learn in the very simplest directions; yet
we hear less about the simplicities of col-
ors nowadays from artists and scientists,
than we hear about the complications
which naturally arise from its infinityl

We want to know first, what red is; we
are not so particularly interested about
queer things connected with it. We want
to be sure what is really a simply red
flower; we do not care particularly about
the color pigment contained in its struc-
ture! In fact the visible conditions of
color are what we want to know about,
first and last.

We will admit at the start that there
are four simple colors, — yellow, red, blue,
and green. Before we go any further we
must find out what is exactly red, or yel-
low, or blue, or green. Here comes difli-
culty immediately, because there is no
standard to which people universally re-
fer. But after a careful and scientific ex-
amination into the matter there is no
doubt but what thefourcolorsmentioned
may be found pure and simple enough in
the following four tangible objects, viz:
A lump of yellow sulphur, or a lemon yel-
low African marigold; aniline pigment
-called rose cathame (when in dry lumps),
or a Portia carnation; the zenith blue of
the sky on a clear day, or the pigment
called cobalt blue (also in dry state); and
the pigment used by artists known as
emerald green, or the bit of bright color
at the top of the stem of a calla. These
objects are so close to the truth so far as
simple color is concerned, that it would be
next to impossible to procure any substi-
tutes which would improve on them. I
do not say that the above objects are per-
fect representations of the four colors, but
1 do say that they will serve the purpose. '

It will be noticed that I do not name a
blue flower; there is no representatively
blue flower. Perhaps the forget-me-not
is the nearest approach to one, but its
color is weak and not (juite right in qual-
ity.

Now, having settled upon something
definite as regards simple colors, we may
prrKecd with the examination of other
colors less simple yet quite common. The
familiar names — crimson, magenta, sol-
fcrino, scarlet, pink, maroon, purple, vio-
let, lake, carmine, and ultramurinc, nil
serm to have no dcfinitelimitations in the
minds of fjcoplc who have constant re-
course to the use of such terms in trying
to explain the color of n given object.
Thus, in n hall dozen floral catalogues Ix--
forc me, I find the term scarlet used im-
pro(>erly; it comes hit or miss in all six
caaes; in fact I can take it for granted
that what Is called scarlet usually means
a bright red without much regard for its
actual qaalityl The Madame Crozy
canna is a pure scarlet flower, its quality
of color, in a word is scarlet, and I may

ARRANGEMENT OF CROSS. ILLUSTRATION No. 2 [SEE PAGE 754.]

aay the same thing of the King of Tom
Thumbs nasturtium, although its force of
color is different. However, both of these
flowers are in color characteristically
scarlet. It is a fact that there is no scar-
let present in cither balsams or phloxes!
These two families (so far as practical
cultural results are concerned with them
to-day,) are incapable of producing scar-
let flowers. Yet I find in all six cata-
logues a "scarlet phlox."

Now, I will admit that I am aiming for
uncompromising accuracy, and that so
far as this is concerned, there is nothing
absolutely necessary about it, so the
flower seeds sell and those who buy them
know pretty well what they are getting.
But at the same time a little more knowl-
edge of color would greatly help both the
selling and purchasing parties; and it
must be admitted that absolute unanimity
of opinion in regard to scarlet would boa
great advantage. When, for instance,
one buys a packet of seed latx^lcd Yellow
I'hiox Druiiimondil, and the ullimatiiin
shows a deep cream-yellow flower, one
exiKTienccs surprise; it follows then, that
Win mivnc yellow meant little or nothing.
So-colled scarlet balsam may also lead one
to l»elievc that the next Mower named
scarlet by thccataloguecompilcr willbear
the same hue; but agoin there is surprise
in store for the purchaser, anri the latest
scarlet flower proves itself a clear cherry,
or pure red one!

To settle definitely on the true hues of

these common but not simple colors, I
must describe them scientifically. A little
light of this kind will certainly enable us
to put our finger on true hues withoutthe
slightest danger of error.

Scarlet: Scarlet is a red with a pro-
portional amount of yellow in its compo-
sition. The color of red iodide of mercury
is a typical example of it. Ked iodide of
mercury is called pure scarlet. A color
which is more orange than red lead and
less orange than Chinese Ycrmilion is uot
callet scarlet.

Magenta: This is acolorof high lumin-
osity, lying in the spectrum bet ween crim-
son ;ind jiurple, and is strong in quality.
The color (an aniline oracid one) was dis-
covered in the year 1859 and named for
Magenta, Italy. Thiscolor is common in
petunias.

Solferino: This is a color less strong
than magenta but of the same (|uality
a.»- the latter; it was discovered in 1859
and was named for Solferino, Italy. It is
sonKtimes called rosaniline, and is a lum-
inous, rose-purple color.

I'ink: This is ii color which when pure
is a dilution of pure red of low chroma
but high luminosity.

(".reen: This color isimproperly consid-
ered as a mixture of blue and yellow. It
is a simple color of the solar siR-ctrum ly-
ing Ix-tween wave lengths 0.5'l-3 and
0.51 1 . limerald green pigment is its best
representative, the spectrum of which
shows n wove length 0.524-. A mixture

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of blue and yellow only partially and
inadequately represents pure green.

Crimson is a bluish red nearer pure red
than magenta.

Maroon is a dark red; that is it has
black in its composition.

Purple lies between magenta and violet.

Violet lies between purple and ultramar-
ine.

Ultramarine is an intense blue with vio-
let in its composition.

Lake is a crimson red, and carmine is
like it except that most of the blue tinct-
ure has been separated from it.

All these colors are more or less pure in
flowers. Pure red is more or less mistaken
for scarlet, but it resembles far more
closely what is generally called cherry red.
Certain flower families distinguish them-
selves in presenting one or more strong
hues, and absolutely refusing to show
some one other hue! as is instanced by the
fact that there is no blue chrysanthemum
and no yellow aster.

In a later issue I will have something
more to say about certain colors which
certain flowers are partial to. If we
would be sure about correct names for
colors in the compilation of catalogues it
would be best to point out the pure color
tones which particular flower families re-
fuse to recognize.

F. Schuyler Mathews.

Chicago Notes.

J. C. Vaughan's establishment at West-
ern Springs is always an interesting place
to visit, particularly at this season of the
year when the houses are filled with thou-
sands of young plants grown for the
shipping trade. Under the able manage-
ment of Mr. Wilson, who has entire
charge of the place, the whole stock looks
exceptionally fine this year.

One of the first things that caught our
attention was the admirable arrangement
of the stock house. This house is about
12 feet wide with a three-foot walk down
the center. On one of the benches, ar-
ranged in alphabetical order, will be found
every variety of plant ready lor shipment.
A space that holds from 50 to 100 2-inch
pots is assigned to each variety. The di-
vision lines are marked by means of a lath
nailed across the bench. On the opposite
bench, arranged in like manner, are the
difi"erent sets of collections such as are of-
fered in catalogues. Over each section
and in plain view is placed a sign with
the name of the variety; besides everyone
of the plants is labeled ready for ship-
ment with the printed water proof paper
label generally used by those in the ship-
ping trade. This labeling, by the way, is
done by a force of young ladies. The em-
ployment of female labor in greenhouses

is quite an innovation, and the boys had
better look out for their laurels; if the fair
sex once enters a field there is no telling
where they may stop.

The advantages of having a full list of
your shipping stock all together in a sys-
tematic order is self apparent. A great
saving of time will be efiected infilling or-
ders. No matter how well posted your
men may be in reference to the location of
stock, if the same be scattered through a
dozen or more houses the time consumed
to collect an order will be a great deal
more than would be the case by having it
in compact form. During the shipping
season one man is in charge whose duty
it is to keep every space filled.

We noted a fine stock of young plants
of the new rose Senator McNaughton. To
judge from the stock plants grown in an-
other house, planted on benches, the rose
is of good habit and apparently a free
bloomer; in fact there seems to be no dif-
ference between this and its parent, the
Perle, except the color, which is certainly
not white but a light yellow; the blooms
as seen here are just the shade of Mme.
Hoste, a color, to judge from a dealer's
standpoint, that hasn't got character
enough to make it a good market sort.

Another novelty in roses of recent in-
troduction from England is a new
climber. Crimson Rambler. The plants
are very thrifty and show a vigorous
habit. The blooms are dark crimson,
rather small but very double, and pro-
duced in large clusters.

Little Gem callas are grown in large
quantities to meet an increasing demand.
The flowers of this little calla are very
useful in arrangements of cutflowers, and
can be used where the flowers of the larger
forms would be out of place. This variety
is a very free bloomer and as the plants
take up but little room it seems that it
might be grown with profit for the cut-
flower trade. There is also a form of the
yellow calla; this however is of no merit
as a cutflower.

In rannas we find every sort of estab-
lished reputation, as well as the latest
novelties. Some 20 new French sorts, ex-
hibited at the Fair last summer under
number, are grown here. Of the five va-
rieties that were honored with a medal
three are seen in bloom, but as most of us
probably saw the plants bloom last sum-
mer we will omit a description here. But
as awards were made to these varieties
under number it may be of interest to give
the names bestowed upon them; No. 103
has been named M. Mesnier; 104, Mid-
way; 107, Chicago; 114, Octave Mira-
beau; No. 124 is not named yet.

In the palm houses we find a fine young
stock of latanias, kentias, arecas, cocos,
etc., in flourishing condition. Here we
also note some half dozen of fine Drac£ena
Massangeana 6 feet high and with good
healthy foliage from top to bottom. Also
a superb lot of Araucaria excelsa imported
last fall.

In the stove section our attention is at
once caught by the beautiful Strobilanthes
Dyerianus, a novelty from England which
was awarded a medal at the Fair. The
dark green glossy foliage of the plant
marked with purplish blue shading to sil-
very white is very striking. Mr. Wilson
informs us that this plant is easily culti-
vated and is readily propagated from
cuttings.

On the other hand Cineraria m. aurea,
also a late introduction from England, is
not as easily grown, at least Mr. W. finds
it rather difficult to manage. It roots
slowly from cutting and seems to make
but little headway in growth. This plant,
by the way, looks like a variegated form

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ofCentanrea maritima and we mistook
it for such, when first seer.

Gynnraanrantiaca, although not a new
thing, is not as well known as it should
be, while a fine greenhouse plant it is alsn
a good bedder. The velvety purplish hue
of the leaves is very striking. The flowt r
is a bright yellow.

O. P. Bassett's place at Hinsdale is
noted for two things in particular; Fine
roses and early Harrisiis. For a num-
ber of years good Harrisiis were cutcom-
mencing Nov. 1 and sometimes a week
earlier. Mr. Andrew Benson, the genial
foreman, don't claim any special merit in
producing them thus early. In bis opii -
ion the following points are to be consid-
ered in producing good early blooms: In
the first place in selecting his bulbs he pre-
fers a sound medium bulb, one that will
produce from 2 to 3 flowers. These are
planted in rather small pots, but as soon
as rooted and started to grow, the plants
are pushed by heavy feeding. The water,
both for syringing and as applied to the
roots, is never used cold but of quite a
high temperature.

Outside of Harrisiis and other bulbous
stock nothing but roses are grown here.
American Beauties are Mr. Bassett's spe-
cialty, and these are usually finely grown
and produced in large quantities. At this
time of year of course Beautiesdon't look
at their best, but we still note some very
good blooms ou long stems.

"I make it a point," remarks Mr. Ben-
son, "to plant Beauties early, the last
house not later than May. In this way I
get good strong plants by early fall. I
prefer to grow them on benches as I do all
other roses, planting young stock every
year. Last spring we were rather short
on young stock though, and we replanted
one of the houses with old stock, and I
must admit that this house did fully as
well as the rest. The last bouse was
planted the latter part of May with stock
right out of the cutting bench, and out of
this bouse, by the way, were cut our pre-
mium flowers exhibited at last fall's
show."

Five houses 170x20, and four 162x20
are devoted to Beauties. The balance ol
the extensive ranges is taken up by the
smaller varieties.

Mcrmets and Brides are looking fine. A
bouse of the lorracr v.iriety is particularly
good, but the Mcrmct will have to give
way to the Bridesmaid. Of this latter
variety we find some ten to twelve thous-
and fine young plants. This sort will be
grown extensively next year. Testout
looks well but has produced few flowers
daring the winter months. A more ex-
tended trial will be given next year. Kai-
*«rrin is also grf)wn in a small way. Mr.
Benson don't seem to think very highly of
this variety as a market sort. Ileargues
that the blooms which show at their l)est
when partly or even fully open, will \x
taken by the buyer forold stock that will
not keep. We think however that he is
mistaken, and judging from the few good
flowers wc have seen we predict a future
for this new rose. In habit and constitu-
tion V>ut little fault cm Ik: founil.

We nls<i note some very good Woolton^.
The best flowers are produced from 2ycnr
old stock. Mr. B's cifxricncchns proved
that with him iJyenrold pinntii replanted
give the liest result, both as regard r|unn-
tity and quality.

Mr. Bassett's new houses built Inst sum-
mer have the short iipan to the south. So
far as can ^)C Judged by this season's ex-
perience this plan is very satisfactory.
One objectionable feature isthat wh'-ntall

ARRANGEMENT OF SIMPLE WREATH. I SEE PAGE 755 :

growing varieties, such as Beauties, aie
grown, the bench on the north side of the
house will be somewhat shaded, but if the
arrangement of the benches is such as to
bring a walk inside of the north wall this
objection will in a great measure be over-
come. In all other resiiects this style of
building is considered a success. B.

Lily of the Valley.

The accompanying engraving is from a
photograph of a superb bunch of lily of
the valley recently sent to us by Mr. Aug.
Jurgens, who is acknowledged to be the
most successful grower of valley for the
Chicago market. The picture shows the
bunch a little less than half life size, the
longest spray in the bunch measuring 15
inches in length.

As all cut flower growers know, forcing
lily of the valley is one of the most
"onaartin" ventures in the business with
the mnjorlty. One may meet with splen-
did success one year or sever.-il, and just
as he is prepared to consider himstlf in-
fallible an overwhelming and expensive
failure knocks the conceit out of him.
While probably no rulrs can be laid down
that will in«ure success there are many
little wrinklcH that have been employed
by succetsful growers that are good to
know.

In answer to questions Mr. Jurgens
said:

"In the first place we nuist start in
with firstcluitH plump and sound pips. If
the stock has in any way Buffered the
most ex|Krienced grower will be unable
to produce a good flower. I think it
therefore of the very greatest importance
to select A No. 1 pips and have them in
perfect condition. There is o considerable

difltrencc in the class of roots we import.
Tie superior qualiry is not always
determined by the size but very often the
greatest diffcrtnce is found in the soil
where the plants have been grown. For
myself, I prefer w hat is called the 'Berlin
pip?,' which m<ans a root that has betn
grown in sandy sci'. The term 'Berlin
pip" is applied not alone to the valley
grown on the sandy plain in and around
the city of Berlin, but also to all stock
grown in similar soil, as for instance at
several points around Hamburg. In my
opinion these pips are superior, especially
for early forcing, to those grown on
heavier soil.

"Having ordered my stock from a re-
sponsible grower, I insist upon having it
well packed in damp moss. We often
find, unless special instructions are given ,
that tl-e roots are packedintoboxcs with-
out niiv packing material whatever. The
consequence is that the roots around the
sides of the boxes dry out and arrive in a
wilted condition. Of course vou can
swell them out again by fonking with
water but the vitality of the pip is greatly
impaired. There are other dangers en-
countered on a voyage across the ocean
that we arc powerless to guard against.
One is the danger of the stock getting
heated in the closeatmospliere in the hold
of the vessel, but on this we must take
our chances.

"As soon as the stock arrives it is at
once taken out and heeled in in some con-
venient place where we can get at thtm
at any time during the winter as the pips
may be wanted. I dig a trench, say four
feet wide .'ind about one foot deej); 1 then
place the bundles of roots in rows closely
together and cover with six inchesof soil.
In this shape they arc left until cold

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A FINE BUNCH OF LILY OF THE VALLEY. ONE-HALF LIFE SIZE.

weather sets in. I allow the frost to pene-
trate down to the pips be'^ore covering.
Unless you get the soil frozen before
covering you will find that the pips start
to grow before you are ready to use them.
The covering best suited for the purpose
is either hay or straw, or very coarse
strawy manure. Don't put on any
manures that will heat, as this will draw
the frost out of the ground and start
your roots to growing. Sometimes we
get a heavy snow fall early in the season,
which if left over the beds will prevent the
ground from freezing, and in such a case it
should be removed.

"Since cold storage of pips has been
adopted, we do not attempt to force from

the new crop un*:il say January 1. It is
difficult to force valley earlier, and grow
it with sufficient foliage, but if we start
in with January no great difficulty will be
encountered.

"There are different methods of hand-
ling pips, and each may have its advocates.
S:)me prefer to plant them in flats in soil,
and others use sphagnum for the purpose.
For myself, I take the roots out of the
ground in such quantities as may be
desired and plant directly onto the bench
in rather fine sand, in rows three inches
apart. The roots are then watered thor-
oughly and covered with sphagnum, sash
are placed over them, which is shaded
with canvas.

"I grow mv valley in a temperature of
from 80° to 90°. Although good flowers
may be produced by running up to 100°,
it is best not to force them too hard if
you wish to produce stock that will give
satisfaction in the market. Flowers
grown in a moderate heat will last longer
and furthermore the flowers will be more
perfect, as the lower bells on the flower
spikes are apt to shrivel if grown in ex-
treme heat.

"After the pips have started to grow
the moss is removed and as soon as the
lower flower bells begin to turn white the
sash are taken off' in order to give more
air and harden the blooms, but careful
attention must be given to shading, and

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right here let me state that this is the
most critical period, as this is the time
■when the finish must be given to the
flower and foliage whichmakesitmarket-
able. If shaded too closely the stalks will
draw up and the foliage remain a sickly
yellow. For shading canvas tacked to a
wooden frame will answer very well buc
should be placed over the beds in such a
manner as to allow a free circulation of
air. .\s soon as the sun is going down,
towards evening, the shade is taken ofl
and put on again in the morning, or left
off altogether in dark and cloudy weather.
"The existing conditions in the market
yon cater to will determine largely how
to finish your flowers. For myself I pre-
fer to grow the flower not too long,
rather aiming at a perfect bloom and
strong, dark foliage. But I find that as
a rule the stock drawn up taller meets
with the best demand although the addi-
tional length is olten obtained at the ex-
pense of the flower.

"k great deal in valley growing depends
on proper watering. Having watered the
roots thoroughly when planted, don't
water oftener than is needed to keep the
sand or moss from drying out, and stop
watering altogether as soon as the flow-
ers turn white.

"Growing valley in summer from pips
kept in cold storage is not a difiicult mat-
ter provided you Veep your pips in proper
shape. I grow them in a natural way
planted in soil on benches. The soil should
be very firmlj' packed around the roots.
The house to grow it in should be as cool
as is possible to have it, but it must be
airy and well ventilated.

"But the storing of the pips to keep
them in absolutely dormant condition is
the main thing. By trusting them to the
care of the cold storage warehouse we
often run great risks which may result,
as was the case with me last summer, in
the loss of a large amount of stock. If
the machinery in such an establishment
should get out of order, or some other
accident should happen, and in conse-
quence the temperature rise to 32° or 35°
that would mean ruination to the stock
as the pips would start to grow at once.
To avoid such risk I built an ice vault for
storing my own stock. The roots are
packed in boxes of convenient size to
handle and left out of doors until frozen
through. These arc then taken into the
cold storage, which is kept at a tempera-
ture of 20° or less; never allow it to rise
to 30° to 32°; although 32° is considered
the freezing point nevertheless the tem-
perature at such a degree will gradually
draw out the frost, so let us rcmemher
that in order to insure success the roots
must be kept frozen stiff."

For keeping his vnllej- bloomsnfier they
arc cut Mr. Jurgcns has an arrangement
at once simple and cflicicnt. It consists of
a zinc lined wriodcn box 2x3 feet and 4
inches deep. Ovtr the top is tucked wire
netting with meshes about 3 inches in
diameter. Hnch one of these meshes will
bold a bunch of 2ri sprays. The mnin
point of advantage of this arrangement
oTcr that of the [>f)t generally used for
holding the flowers, is that each bunch will
fit up straight and don't crowd together
and as the pan is but I- inches deep the
flowers will not sink down into the water
as is often the case, and thereby become
water soaked. Ky keeping the pan filled
within nn inch of the top the stems will
always reach the water.

Do YOD WANT a liat ol the leading cem-
etery sui)crinlcndcnt«? You will find
stich a list in our new trade directory and
reference lx>ok.

\A/hat Can be Done With
Gontier.

The vase of Papa Gontier roses shown
in our illustration contains the most
remarkable specimens of this rose that
have ever come to our notice. The flow-
ers as shown are reduced to one-fourth of
their natural size. For length of stem,
clean and healthy foliage, as well as size,
substance and color of blooms nothing
better could be desired. The stems indeed
might put those of American Beauty to
shame. The shoot just showing bud, as
seen at the base of our vase, was cut from
a cane just four feet from the ground.

The blooms we illustrate were cut the
day previous to their being photographed
and have not been ''swelled" by keeping
in a cool cellar for a week or so. The
Gontier above all other roses, as we all
know, may be greatly developed in size
by keeping in a dark and cool place after
cutting, and if handled properly and not
kept too long will last fully as well as
when fresh cut.

These flowers were grown at the Klehm
Nurseries at Arlington Heights, 111., and
are produced from plants three years old,
planted in solid beds. We find two houses,
each 20x100, which at the time of writ-
ing, March 15, are just coming into full
crop and are literally one mass of buds.
The wonderlul vigor and enormous
growth must be seen to be fully appre-
ciated. But let Mr. George Klehm tell us
how he does it.

"The site," says George, "where these
houses are built was originally a vine-
yard. Tons of grapes have been grown
in the very same soil where you now see
these roses. The soil is a stiff and rather
heavy clay, remarkable in its retentive
quality as regards moisture, well drained
of course. There was no special prepara-
tion of the beds further than to dig holes
eight inches in diameter which were filled
with a somewhat lighter soil made by
adding partly decayed sods, tjut no
manure, and into this the roses were
planted. No mulching or top dressing
was eirer applied but the plants arc freely
fed with liquid manure.

"During summer the piantsare allowed
to rest. From July 1 to October 1, not a
drop of water is applied. Nevertheless
the growth is never entirely checked. The
ground will bake as hard as a brick and
ojK-n tisHures large enough to put your
liuiid in but yet the buhliis will grow and
fl )wcr right through the hot dog days.
As the moisture in the soil falls lowerand
lower as the Hcason advances, the roots
will IoIIdw ill Hearch of it to nn almost
incredible deplli, hut no ulteniion what-
ever IS paid to them until about October
1, when the plants are taken in hand, the
surplus woiiil cut out and the remaiiiiiig
canes tied iluwii, alur wliicli the lieils ate
thoroughir soaked with water, which
will !k- sufficient lor the winter with the
addition of course <il what water is neces-
sary to dilute the li(|uid manure.

"The houses are kept at a night tem-
perature of .00°, witli the exception of
|icrhaps nt Christinas time, when the
houses may be run from fi to 10° higher
in case the crop should be a little later
than desired.

"Growing Gontiers in solid beds you
cannot avoid getting them in crops, but
as the first of these heavy crops, if you
manage right, will be in at Christmas,
you will be able to take advantage of the
high prices prevailing at that season of
the year; the second crop which is now
on generally finds us in the middle of the
Lenten season, which of course is not the
very best time of the year to dispose of
them, still if the stock is fine they will net
about as much as most of the larger teas,
and never go begging on the market.
Doubtless more blooms can be produced
when grown on the benches, but when it
comes to size and quality I prefer solid
beds.

"We have grown fairly good Gontiers
for a number of years, but nothing quite as
good as this year. I think that the use of
rain water has a good deal to do with it.
Until last summer, when our system for
storing rain water was completed , we were
dependent on well water alone, but now
we use only the former, as we have an
almost unlimited supply."

This system of storing and distributing
rain water is quite interesting. The main
cistern is located under the floor of a large
storage house adjoining the greenhouses.
This is a structure 110x26 feet, built of
stone and brick and the cistern covers the
entire floor area and is GVo feet deep.
Connected with this main reservoir are
three distributing cisterns,two for the use
of water and one for diluted manure
water. The latter again is connected
with a fourth one containing liquid
manure which draws its supply from a
fifth one located in the barnyard. The
whole system is operated by a steam
i force pump. The distributing as well as
the main reservoir are directly connected
with the gutters that carry oft" the rain
water from the roofs of the houses. When
full the smaller cisterns, through an over-
flow pipe, discharge the water into the
main reservoir, when empty the needed
supply is again drawn back into them by
means of the pump. A steam pipe is run
through the distributing cisterns, which
heats the water to a desired degree.

The manure cistern, as stated above, is
located in the barnyard about 100 feet
distant from the houses. This is 12 feet
in diameter and 12 feet deep, vaulted
over, with an iron grating. On this is
placed first brush and then some coarse
straw onto which the manure is piled. If
j the rain fall is not sufficient water is
pumped onto the pile to furnish the
desired amount of liquid. This liquid
manure, after passing through a strainer,
is led by means o( a sewer pipe to the
receiving cistern, located in a convenient
place under the houses. From this it may
bejiumped into one of the three smaller
cisterns, where it is diluted to the proper
strength, and through a hose applied to
the beds.

The advantages of rain water over
hard water drawn from a well is great,
and can't be denied. Thecost of building
such an arrangement as wc have at-
tempted to dcK ribe is not a small item,
vet if put down in a first-class inaiiner
will lust a life time, and doubtless will
prove a paying investment in the end.

How Many Men to Employ.

With reference to the inipiiry from your
correspondent "Koscgrower" as to the
number of men it should take to run
9,000 feet of glass, would say that it
somewhat depends upon the material
grown, which your corresp indent does
not slate; however, taking it for granted

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PAPA GONTIER ROSES. ONE-FOURTH LIFE SIZE.

that it is a general florist place, growing
roses, carnations, etc., would say that
three good, active men, paid a fair wage,
ought to be able to run it unless intricate
plants, such as palms, etc., are grown.
These require considerable more labor
than such things as cut flowers, roses,
carnations, etc.

Your correspondent's question opens
to me a subject upon which many grow-
ers in the country have spoken to me, and
I am afraid that a great many of our
florists do not appreciate the fact that a
man earning, say $1.50 per day, if he
can produce for his labor, say $2 a day,

for his employer he is earning a good per-
centage on his wages. To run a place
with insufficient help means a loss both
ways; it means a loss in the amount of
material that the greenhouse can be made
to produce, and a loss in the quality of
the same. The florist business, like all
others, must be run to the very best point
possible to get the best returns for the
same. Take for illustration, second qual-
ity roses to-day in all the leading markets
of the country I believe are selling for
about one quarter of the amount received
for Al quality, and where a place is run
with insufficient help the second quality

will be the predominant product. Even
supposing that the plants get a reason-
able amount of attention and are grow-
ing well and producing large flowers,
unless the stems are straight and strong,
the bud standing straight on the stem,
they are ranked as second-class flowers.
To avoid this it is necessary to have the
buds tied up nicely so that in their devel-
opment they produce straight stems with
good, cleanfoliage and a good, fine flower
on the end of it. This will mean that the
flower when put in the market will bring
anywhere from 25 to 75 per cent more
than if sent in to the market with a

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crooked stem. All this means additional
work and oftentimes in addition to the
three men quoted above for running the
9,000 feet of glass a nice, clean, indus-
trious bov could be employed to good
advantage, whose light nimble fingers
■would be of great assistance in keeping
all the buds tied up as they are produced
so as to make them grow with good
stems as above described.

can put into it, and the old axiom is just
as applicable to-day for us as for any
business in the country— "What is worth
doing at all is worth doing well."

^ John N. May.

Then, again, there is another point
which verv manv growers overlook, and
that is cleanliness. They may suppose
that because the plants are growing well
and are looking thrifty there is no neces-
sity for cleaning up rubbish which might
happen to fall under the benches or other-
wise collect there, leaving decaying mat-
ter to breed fungus, harbor wood lice and
thousands of other pests which afflict the
florists. If this rubbish is all cleaned
away regularlv, the houses kept clean
and neat, it wil'l not only be a great im-
provement as to the produce of the place
but will add immensely to the pleasure
of the proprietor.

A short time since I was visiting two
places in one day. In one place you could
not find a dead leaf or a weed in all the
establishment either on roses grown there
or any other plant on the place except a
few decaying leaves at the base of the
carnations, which it was impossible to
get off without destroying his crop; here
everything was a pleasure to look at,
everything was .■Vl in quality and the
returns, notwithstanding theduU season,
were as good as could possibly be gotten
from any set of greenhouses. Further-
more, the man contemplates adding an-
other house to his little range this year,
possibly two, with the results of his sav-
ings from his year's work.

Within a short distance of this man I
called upon another; but, woe betide me!
I should have gone there first. Look
where you would you could sec rubbish
of all sorts anddesciiptions; broken pots, |
old tics, dead leaves and every other con-
ceivable kind of rubbish that could be
collected in a greenhouse was scattered
all through the place, covering almost
the entire surface under the benches.
The walks were muddy and, to say the
least, one had to wade through many of [
them with rubber boots on to insure gtt- :
ting through without getting the feet
soaked. In this place it was nothing but
grumble by the proprietor from the time
1 entered until I left about the results and
the returns his greenhouses were produc-
ing. I ventured to suggest to him that a
little more labor put into it would help
to increase the returns of his plant, but a
shrug W.1B all I got and "I can not afford
that; I am going to let one of the men I
have go within a few days."

The chances of making greenhouses
profitable in t>oth cases, in my estinia-
tion, were about equal. One was doing
it with good management, help enough
to keep everything in good shniK. The
other was trying to run it without suffi-
cient help, with the result as given nlMivc,
and I fear there arc very many who have
the same opinion as numl)cr two de-
scribed afxjve.

I am fully nwarc that in manycnscs the
present season it has liecn n very hard
thing for very many of us to make both
ends meet, or in other words grl sufficient
returns out of the produce of the green-
houses to pay our way clearly, hut when
it comes to reducing help and think you
are going to gain anythmg by it I do not
think any greater mistake con be com-
mitted, if our business is worth any-
thing at all it is certainly worth all we

Climbing Niphetos Rose.

The accompanying engraving is from a
photograph of a plant of the Climbing
Niphetos rose sent us by Mr. F. W. Plum-
met, Kewanee, 111. Mr. Plummer writes
as follows: .

"It is not quite two years old and is
planted at one end of a 70-foot house in a
solid bed. The plant is over fifty feet long
and was full of bud and bloom when pho-
tographed (Feb. 4). There hasn't been a
day during the last fifteen months that 1
could not cut flowers from it. It is a very
free bloomer with me and the flowers are
very large and last well without cut-
ting."

Seasonable Hints.

Before the first of April you should en-
deavor to put in your main crop of cut-
tings of a good many useful plants that
figure largely in your spring sales, and for
which there is plenty of time left to grow
them on into the right useful size for
whatever purpose they are needed. Agera-
tum put in now will be just right to have
in 3-inch pots by bedding out time, with
us the last week of May or first of June.
Heliotrope should go in at once and all
vou want of it. The latter you often see
stunted. It should never be allowed to
get pot-bound, but should be kept grow-
ing continuously from the time it is
rooted. If allowed to remain long for
want of pot room it is subject to a rust
very similar to the verbena rust. Lemon
verbena, of which you never have enough
should be propagated now, and this is as
late as the cuttings will make plants
large enough for spring sales. I have
heard a great many florists say they
found this a diflicult plant to make root.
1 have found it as easy to root as the
1 common verbena providing the cuttings
1 were young and brittle and they be kept
1 continually wet in the sand, and never
allowed to wilt from cither the bed being
too dry or the bright rays of the sun; and
' that rule applies to most all soft-wooded
I cuttings.

The common little sweet alyssum (only
the double) should be propagated largely
if you have much veranda box or vase
business, for it is one of the few white
flowering plants we have for the purpose,
and perhaps you will have noticed there
is a sad lack of white in all such work.
After they are rooted and remain a few
weeks in a li-inch pot they should get a
pinch and a shift into a .'Jinch and !«.• put
Into a mild hotbed where they will make
fine plants for the above jiurpose. Don't
forget German ivy, so-called. Common
as it is, it is one of the most useful droop-
crs we have for boxes, etc.

Anthemis coronaria sells well when in
bloom but is not a very satisfactory
plant. It should never be used in vases or
baskets and only where it has unlimited
root room. It roots most freely and
quickly, m;ikc8 a bushy little plant
covered with its bright yellow fliwers.
The common white feverfew and Silvia
■plendens arc two other plants that can
\k rooted now and for which there is al-
ways a good demand for mixed borders,
etc. I am putting in a large lot of chrys-
anthemums just now. Vou can't wail
any longer, f'lr the old slock pl.ints de-
mand it. Chrysanthemums are propa-
gated all the time from lanuary until

August. Those propagated about end of
April are the most useful size for planting
on the benches to produce two or three
good flowers each or for planting on a
bench with the intention of being lifted in
September for moderate sized pot plants.
Those struck now, if kept growing and
not allowed to get hard wooded before
going on the bench in Ma> or June, will
produce the finest flowers. Mind, I am
not pretending to write for those who
grow exhibition plants. They have been
taken care of long ago. Remember the
valuable point that Mr. Wood gave us
last summer, and that is that chrysanthe-
mum cuttings in the summer, or when
there is little heat in the sand and the
weather is warm, should be kept satur-
ated; twice a day on bright days is not
too often to give the bed a good soaking.
If your propagating house is exposed to
the sun there are different ways of shad-
ing it. One way is to give the glass a
coat of lime or naptha and lead. The
trouble with that method is it is there
when you want it and it is there when
you don't want it. Many cover the cut-
tings with papers. That I believe is very
objectionable, as it does not allow a free
circulation of air around the cuttings, and
would be j ust the right conditions to pro-
duce anthracnose, which carries ofi' so
many thousands of cuttings every year.
I use for shading the cutting bed a cover-
ing of cheese cloth. It is ju^t the thing;it
gives subdued light without heavy shade.
Nail a strip of wood to the posts of the
greenhouse 9 or 10 inches above the cut-
tings and projecting to the front of the
bed; on these tack a strip of wood run-
ning lengthwise of the house, to which
fasten the cloth; on the front the cloth is
fastened to another strip of wood— if
round so much the better; this is to roll
up the cloth when you don't need it and
keep the same in place when you do. By
this means you can shade during those
hours and days when shading is neces-
sary and not otherwise.

About the 20th of this month is a good
time to sow the most importantannuals,
asters, phlox, balsams, ten-week stock,
etc. Unless you raise any of these in very
large quantities a convenient sized flat is
the best for the seed, in two inches of soil.
It is very advisable to well soak the seed
boxes or pots, or rathcrthe earthinthem,
before sowing the seed. Then when the
seed is sown and a slight covering of soil y
put on a very slight sprinkling suffices,
and there is no danger of getting a large
proportion of the seed washed into the
southwest corner orany other depression.
Hon't sow Cob;ca scandens until the first
of April or they get too long and trouble-
some.

The 2-inch pots of money vine and gle-
choma that have been wintering in a cold
frame should now be brought into the
houses. After a lew week's growth put
them into a .'( inch. They are almost
weeds but they come in very useful for the
purpose for which they are adapted.

As soon as jou can handle the little
plants of petunia from the seed b ixesthcy
should be carefully put into 2' ■.. or .'t-inch
polH. 7 or H plants in each. If alio wed to
Slav long in the seed pans they are very
lialilc to damp ofi' or draw up weak.

Don't forget to watch your Japtm lilies
thiit have been uiidera cool bench for two
or three months. They won't all start at
the same time, As soon as any ol them
have made a growth of a tew inches they
must be given the light in a cool house.

Cannas of all kinds should be started
by this time. Culadium csculentum there
is no hurry about. The first week of Apri

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CLIMBING NIPHETOS ROSE.

is time enough for the latter. You will
save valuable bench room for several
weeks by putting both of these in flats of
sand and place the flats on the pipes.
The caladiums especially will start in one-
third the time they would if put into 5 or
6- inch pots in soil.

The extraordinary fine and mild weather
■we have had the past three weeks has up-
set the Easter crop calculations of more
than one old head who professes to know
all about it, and with a good many the
question will be how to keep them in
good and saleableshapeforanotherweek.
Tulips are greatly benefited by being un-
der a cool bench for a few days after
about fully grown. They wilt less when
cut and much increase in size and quality.
After being fully developed you can keep
them a good week this way. The same
can be said of narcissus and hyacinths. A
good heavy shade and the ventilators up
both day and night will help much to re-
tard or keep, if well in flower, such plants
as lilies, azaleas, lilac, cytisus.deutzia and
others. It is a little early yet to put on a
permanent shade, and perhaps the crops
coming after these will want all the sun-
shine we will get for a month or two. A
very cheap but effectual shading can be
put on by getting a little pure clay and
with water enrugh to make a wash thin
enough to pass through a syringe you can
shade a house dense enough for the pur-
pose in a few minutes. A heavy rain will
wash it clean ofi" and if the rain don't
come soon enough to suit you one appli-
cation of the hose will answer the same

purpose. Under these conditions I have
been holding a thousand Bermuda lily
plants almost in a state of "arrested de-
velopment" for the past 10 days ready to
open at my command.

[The above notes were intended for last
week's issue but owing to mechanical dif-
ficulties, we were unable to get them into
that issue. The following are written for
this week. — Ed.]

For a few days after Easter the green-
house will have a ver^- dilapidated ap-
pearance. If all your Easter crop could
be clean sold out and carted away it
would be a blessing, but it can't be so, and
there will be always more or less plants
left over or hacked about. It is most for-
tunate always when Easter comes early
for you have the more time to get your
spring stock in shape. If j'ou have plenty
of outside space on your place there are
several plants that can be used to advant-
age. Spirrea Japonica if planted out in
the ground is as hardy as a pie plant and
will yield a crop of flowers every June
which coxne useful; but if you don't have
that chance to use them don't attempt to
keep them over to force again; they areso
cheap it would never paj'. Harrisii and
longifloruni lilies if treated decently, that
is kept natural and with a moderate
amount of light, ^vill well repay to plant
out in May or end of April. In July and
August the majority of them will send up
a spike of flowers. I never could see anv
profit in saving the old bulbs for forcing
purposes.

If 30U have any cytisus unused and

past their prime, cut them, or rather trim
them, back to compact heads, and keep
growing.

Don't forget to pinch off the old seed
pods of azaleas as the petals drop off. If
you don't do this it retards the young
growth which furnishes the flower for an-
other season. After a few weeks the aza-
leas that are carried over should have a
much wanner temperature than you have
been keeping them in and receive daily
syringing and encouraged to grow. And
don't be afraid to pinch off any shoots
that are making an extra stronggrowth.
The object is to keep tlifin compact and
they will stand a lot of pinching.

Ifj'ou have the use of an ice house it
will be found a ver3' profitable piece of
work to put awaj- a lot of your flats of
Von Sion and such tulips as La Candeur,
Tournesol, etc., in a temperature of 35°
to 40°. The^- will come in most valuable
at Decoration day. But do it at once as
this wonderfully early season will soon
have them in bloom if out of doors. Last
year I put away several thousand Von
Sion in this way and brought them out
10 days before I wanted them in flower,
and extremely useful thev were.

WiLLi.\M Scott.

Do VOD WANT a list of the leading park
suoerintendents of America? You will
find such a list in our trade directory
and reference book.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write to an adver-
tiser in these columns.

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Carnations.

We are now getting into planting-out
time, and it is well to have everything in
readiness, so that when a favorable op-
portunity comes we can take advantage
of it.

The first thing is if you have plenty of
land from which to select your plot.
.\bout the best plot you can select is a
good piece of sod, the older the better,
with one exception, and that is if you are
bothered much with cut worms. In this
latter case it is better to take a plot that
has been bare the whole winter.

The next thing is to see that it is ma-
nared properly, and right here is where a
great many differ. I prefer to use good
stable manure that has been heaped the
summer before and turned once or twice.
This should be used in accordance with
the requirements of the soil; if rich a very
light coat and if poor a good heavy one
will be required. This manure question
is really of great importance, and it is
beat to err on the poor side, as you can
help yourself out then, butif you get too
much on and a very wet season turns in,
your plants will get so big and soft that
it will be almost impossible to handle
them in the fall.

In some soils or some sections of the
country phosphates are used with good
success, but I would advise all who do not
positively know that they are good for
their soil to go very slow and make an
experiment on a small scale one season
before using them to any great extent.
More than one grower has learned to his
sorrow that phosphates and his soil did
not agree, or that he did not thoroughly
understand the use of them in connection
with carnations.

After distributing the manure plow it
under and harrow your patch well.
When you are ready to plant take a
shovel plow and throw up rows about
two feet apart. If prop<'rly done they will
be about six inches above the level; tl-en
let a man go along with a rake and rake
out all the clods and level them off. This
■■quickly done and will give you a nice
even surface to plant on, about two
inches above the level. With this kind of
a row you can laugh at 8|x-lls of wet
weather that prove so injurious some-
times in the early part of the season. On
these rows the plants are put from six to
ten inches or a fool apart according to
their growth, the object iK-ing to give
them plenty of air on every side, and so
they can Ix: nicely worked and kept clean.

In regard to the time of planting you
will have to t)c governed by the hnrdinesft
of your plant*; if they have Ik-ch well
hardened off a light frost is no injury, in
fact it is n Ixrnefit. If they have Ix-cn
grown rather worm it ii Ijcst to wait un-
til all danger of frost is over.

A. M. Hi'.HM.

Snails Among Carnations.

Replying to the intjuiry about snails
there is only one practical woy to get rid
of these pests, and that is to catch them
and kill them. This can be done by going
over the houses alter night and gather-
ing them in by hand or placing lettuce

CYPRIPEDIUM X GRAVES.S;

leaves on the beds or benches and in the
morning you will find them congregated
under them and they can then be gathered
up and destroyed. Sliced apples can also
be used for this purpose, and salt if used
on the beds sparingly so as not to injure
the plants will kill them. Houses infested
with snails should be thoroughly cleaned
up during the summer season so that
they do not lodge under boards, etc., and
breed. A good fumigating with sulphur
and giving all the benches and boards a
coat of whitewash is a benefit in every
way and will help keep them out.

A. M. Herr.

Cypripedium Leeanum Giganteum.

The cypti(K'diuni honored with the
name of Ixeiinum was received with
much plensurc ;iTid Hnr|)rise wlnii exhib-
ited before the koyal 1 lortiiiiltural Soci-
ety of Ivngl'iml larly in 1KS4-, and with-
out the sli('hte»l hesitation it was unani-
mously awarded a tirst-ilass certificate, a
merit which it justly deserved. Two
years elii pied and another iiniirovement
np|)eored, viz., C. Leeanum superbum,
much larger and more vividly marked
than its congener; this also was in due
course jjlaccd before the Sficietv for their
consideration, coming Irom the Dell col-
lection near Windsor, Ivngland, and
owned by Karon Schrrxler, and also se-
cured a firslclnss certificntc.

Since that time several very distinct
forms showing more or less variation
have flowered, but the variety here fig-
ured exceeds them all and posscses a title

which it worthily bears, viz., C. Leeanum
giganteum. In size it far exceeds any
variety yet flowered; its dorsal sepal
measures 2% inches across and is almost
round, the predominating white being
purer than in any other form and the
dense purple spotting confined to the me-
dian line, which at once distinguishes it
from C. L. superbum. It was obtained
from the reverse cross of the latter, C.
Spicerianum being the seed parent, the
pollen coming from a fine form of C.
insigne punctatum violaceum. It was
recently seen in flower at Orange, New
Jersey, in the collection of Henry Graves,
Es(|., and was much admired. Its free
habit, extraordinary size and appearing
during the winter season, have made it a
great favorite. It requires the same cult-
ure as is given to the ordinary form, viz.,
iimplc water during the summer months,
gr.i(lii;illy reducing the supply as winter
approaches. A. Dimmock.

Cypripedium XGravesiE, N. Hyb.
{C. Argus X C. Niveum )
The foliage is beautifully tessellated
with deep green on a white ground, 4i/a
inches long by 1'l' broad; flower scape a
fool high, lieariiiL; two flowers each 4',^
inches across; the concaved dorsal sepal
is white, veined with pale green and
tinged with vinous ])urple; jjctals 1 inch
broad, rich vinous purple shading to
white near base, where it is veined with
pale green, the whole dotted with violet
purple; pouch contracted at aperture and
somewhat inflated below it; the front
portion is vinous purple, the b:ilancc
white with f.iitit green iicur.ition, the in-
folded lobes anil interior dotted with ])ur-
ple; staminode piiikidh white with green
reticulation. The name is complimentary
to Mrs. n. (Iraves, Orange, N. J. The
flower is one of the most beautiful of the
concolor section to which it bilongs.

Koiiiurr M. Gkhv.

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CYPRIPEDIUM LEEANUM GIGANTEUM.

Hardy Rhododendrons.

The rhododendron is one of the most
beautiful of all our hardy shrubs, and
should be planted more extensively than
it is, but the trouble has been that plant-
ers have purchased imported stock, which
have infused in their veins too much of R.
ponticum blood, which is not, and never
will be hardy in the northern states.
After two or three trials growers give
them up in disgust. Now to get a per-
fectly hardy rhododendron we must have
a greater preponderence of R. Catawbi-
ense and R. maximum blood, and to this
end some of our most successful rhodo-
dendron growers have labored for years,
trying to get a perfectly hardy rhododen-
dron, one that can be depended on in our
northern winters, and now you can get
plants that are hardy as an oak. An-
other point, if generally known, would
save planters much expense, and make
as fine an effect, when planting large
masses of these plantson banksorravlnes
is to use R. Catawbiense seedlings for the
bulk of the masses, and a sprinkling of
the named sorts for the highest colors.

In planting rhododendrons it is best
where practicable to take a position
sheltered from the heavy winds, also
bear in mind that they like a little shade,

for in their native habitat they are al-
ways shaded by trees or rocks. While
they will do in dry places they like a
moist situation, and grow much freer in it.
By moist I do not mean where the water
stands on the ground, but on the edges
of ponds and streams. One word of ad-
vice: don't buy of importers, buy of some
good northern firm who make a specialty
of these plants. While they like peat or
mould they do equally well in any good
loamy soil, and the first season should be
mulched with any convenientmaterial ex-
cept manure to keep the roots moist and
cool; after that they can take care of
themselves.

For the edging or bordering of clumps
or masses of the strong growing species
the little Alpine rose, Rhododendron
ferrugineum is most useful, but have
been but little used on account of their
scarcit}' and the high prices that have
heretofore been charged for them. The
Alpine rhododendrons only grow about
two to three feet high, and have small
hairy leaves of dark green or bronzy green
color, the leaves about the size of those
of the box plant, and form dense round
bushes, which are a mass of blooms in
their season.

R. ferrugineum, Alpine rose, flowers in

umbels; in color scarlet marked with yel-
low dots, corolla funnel shaped. Blooms
from May to July. R. ferrugineum albi-
florum, the white flowering form, is very
handsome; one of the rarer ones. R. fer-
rugineum arbutifolium is a variety with
pink blossoms and small glossy foliage.
R. ferrugineum hirsutum is a very dwarf
species, never exceeding two feet in heighr,
very dense habit and free flowering. The
flowers are pale red or scarlet produced
in umbellate corymbs. A very good spe-
cies for decoration of rock work.

The following are the best of the hardy
varieties; all of them have been thor-
oughly tested in New England for a num-
ber of years: Speciosum, light pink;
roseum superbum, late, rose; roseum
pictum, rose yellow eye; roseum elegans,
fine rose.

Purpureum crispum, purple, crimped;
purpureum elegans, fine purple; pur-
pureum grandiflorum, large showy pur-
ple; Perspicum, clear white, good; Min
nie, white, yellow eye, very fine; macran-
thum, large rose; Lilacina, lilac blush,
good; Lee's Dark Purple, very dark pur-
ple; Grandiflorum, rosy crimson, ext'a
fine; Album, good, white; Album Elegans,
very large white; Album Grandiflorum,
white and blush, Chas, Bayley, cherry red
very good habit; Giganteum, very large
rosv crimson; Delicatissimum, white and
blush; Blandyanum, bright cherry; Can-
didissimum, fine pure white; Amaranti-
nora, light rose, extra good; blandum,
white and yellow; Rverestianum, rosy
lilac, crimped very fine.

In conclusion would sav do not try, if
you live in a latitude north of Washing-
ton, to grow the very fine English hybrids
of the Ponticum type, or you are bound
to be disappointed, for they have so much
Nepaul blood in them that they will suc-
cumb to the winter; if they don't go the
first they will grow gradually weaker
unlil they die altogether, but get the hy-
brids of R. maximum and R. Catawbiense
and you will succeed in growing this, the
most beautiful of all our hardy flowering
plants. Jas. S. Tapun.

Hackensack, N.J.

The New Mushroom.

Mr. Chas. Hum of Scarsdale, N. Y.,
writes us that he feels morally certain
that the new mushroom described by Mr.
Wm. Falconer in his essay before the
Mass. Hort. Society, from which we
printed extracts in our issue of February
22, is the same as one he grew some six
years ago and which heobtained through
English brick spawn. He was very much
afraid of the stranger, though he found
by experiment that the mushrooms were
not poisonous. It was a very rank
grower, and while the variety was not
poisonous, he didn't take to it, and most
decidedly prefers the old canipestris. He
saw some of the new mushrooms at the
New York Florist Club's exhibition last
November, and in them leels sure he
recognized his old acquaintance, and ques-
tions the statement that it is a new
species.

In view of the fact that the whole mat-
ter has been thoroughly investigated by
Prof Chas. H. Peck, our leading scientific
authority on fungi, who upon careful
scientificcomparison pronounced it a new
species and named it, we feel certain that
our correspondent has been misled by a
superficial resemblance. Our scientists in
literature and herbarium specimens have
as ready access to the fungi of England
as the botanists in that country have,
and as Professor Peck has found this
mushroom to be a newly discovered spe-

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cies in this country, we may rest assured
it has not yet been discovered in Europe,
where edible fungi are more generally
sought after than here, so the presump-
tion is that it is strictly an American
species.

Tip Blight of Ornamental Ferns.
It is no new thing for those who grow
ferns under glass, and this includes all
who have one or morein the baj- window,
to complain that their pets become brown
at the tips and thereby lose much of their
green freshness, or fresh greenness. There
may be many causes forthis unsightly ap-
pearance.

In the first place let it be understood
that the tips of plants are the most ten-
der portions. It is there that new growth
takes place, and on that account the cell
walls are thin and easily influenced by
ontoward circumstances. These unfavor-
able surroundings may be an insufficient
water supply at the roots, when the tips
of the fern plant will wilt, and il the neg-
lect is prolonged the young part dries out
and dies. It may be that some poisonous
gas finds its way intotheair surrounding
the room and thereby the plant is injured.
Extremes of heat and cold in like manner
may be the means of checking the vital
action at the most susceptible point, and
as a result the tips of the delicate fern be-
come brown, curl up, or even fall away.
There is still another reason for this in-
jury so often met with, and because none
of the above deleteriousconditions obtain
it is all the more mysterious and difficult
to remed}'. The germs of low forms ol
life are probably present in the atmos-
phere at all times. Being microscopic they
pass unheeded, and only their effects are
noticed. The various forms of contagious
diseases of man as the cholera, yellow
fever, consumption and along list of mal-
adies of domestic animals are due to these
germs, which multiplying with great ra-
pidity in the victim cause death. Plants
are not exemp: from these or similar
germs, and show their suscejjtlbility in
the various forms of rots, blights, etc.,
that are constantly met with. Our orna-
mental ferns do not escape, and the dying
of the tips is frequently a case of destruc-
tion due to the growth, in the fern frond,
of an organism that. acting as a parasite,
feeds upon the vital fluids at the centers
of life and cause the tips to turn brown
and die.

The accompanying engraving is made
from a sun print of a portion of a plant of
one of the most ornamental of our ferns,
namely I'teris cretica var. maenifica.
This particular spray was chosen for the
picture because it illustrated the dead
patches as often being below the tip. As
a rule the blight is confined more closely
to the tips than in this specimen, and
•erres a double purpose, namely to show
the injured extremities, and how the same
fungtis may makcitNattackclscwIiereand
produce the same results in the older and
stronger tissues of the fern frond.

We arc now ready to glance at the na-
ture of this microscopic destroyer. It
■tarts from n minute body, the spore,
which coming from some blighted spot
Itcginsto grow by sending a slender thread
into the fern. This spore may \k carried
by the wind, or (icrhaps more Irc<jucnt1v
by the water that flows from a diseased
place to a healthy one in the process of
watering. .No change is seen in the fern
for n few days after germination, but all
this time the fine threads from the spore
have been growing in the substance of
the frond. The first thing to \yc observed
in the history of a blight like thin one is a
loM of the green color in the frond, soon

BLIGHT OF ORNAMENTAL FERNS.

followed by the appearance of the ashy
gray spot surrounded by a border that is
neither gray nor green, purple or brown.
So soon as the light disfiguring spot ap-
pears, minute pimples form in the blighted
area, and these bear the spores similar to

80BRALIA LBAF BLIGHT

the one with which we started in i.uroiit-
liiie of the development of the fungus.
Ttirsc spores are produced bv the million
in tlie»<- spores-cavities, and when ma-
tured lire ready to lie borne to new
healthy pi ices on the same orn neighbor-
ing plant bv the currents of airor moving
water.
Ix't it lie thoroughly understood that

the spots upon the fern, at least like those
shown in the engraving, result from the
presence and growth of a minute plant.
Let it be also remembered that it pro-
duces what answers to seeds, that these
are microscopic and exceedingly numer-
ous, and are disseminated by means of air
and water. It follows therefore from this
ihat a sick plant is a source of infection
to its neighbors, and should be either re-
moved or have its blighted portions de-
stroyed.

These spore-like seeds can be killed by
contact with certain chemicals known as
fungicides. Therefore it is possible to
check the spread of the blight fungus by
placing a chemical upon the surface of the
plant. This can be best done by spraying
with some compound of copper, as the
Bordeaux mixture, or some other of the
standard fungicide solutions. The spray-
ing of healthy plants may prevent the
spores already upon the surface from
germinating, and a like treatment of
spotted plants may kill the spores as they
are forming.

It is seen that while the fungous ene-
mies are the most obscure they admit of
beini^ known when studied with the com-
pound microscope, and successfully treated
to prevent them if the spraying is done
thoroughly and promptly whcnthe plants
show signs of spotting. There are fungous
diseases that when far enough along to
show their presence are too far advanced
lor the application of remedy, the whole
plant being sick to the heart. But the
blight (I'hyllosticta)of thefcrn is not one

(.(those. BVKON 1). IlALSTliD.

Rutgers College, March 5, '94.

A Sobralia Leaf Blight.

There are several fungous enemies that
prey upon the orchids. Sometimes the
pseudo bulbs arc attiickedaiid (|uite large
pits are produced in them. Again the
foliage sulTers greatly as in the bletias
Mild Ml ill more gciunil and damaging is n
apoitiiig ol the hlosaoms.

The particular trouble to be mentioned
here — .ind one needs to single out some
special case when a funi;ous disease is to
he treated, is the one of the sobralia. Not
long ago during a run through a com-
mercial greenhouse a numlKT of plants
of Sobralia macrantlm were found the
foliage of which was practically ruined.
S|H-cimenM when afterw;ird subjected to
microscopic examination showed a clear
case of the destruction by a fungus.

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JOHN A PETriGREW.

The blight is due to the inroads made
upon the leaf by an anthracnose of the
genus Gloeosporium (G. Cinctum, B &
C.) This is another case of the fungus
most frequently flourishing at or near the
free end of the leaf and spreading from
them toward the base. The accompany-
ing engraving shows a badly diseased
leaf in itsmiddle portion, the upper half or
more being ruined by the fungus and the
lower portion comparatively healthy
while the line of advance of the disease is
well defined.

When a sobralia plant bears leaves like
the one shown it is evident that no
amount of spraying will eflfect a cure.
The spores are being produced in great
numbers and carried off with every drop
of water that drips from the foliage after
watering. In other words such leaves are
propagating the disease in a wholesale
manner and there are various ways for
the germs to find lodgement upon neigh-
boring healthy plants.

Spraying with Bordeaux mixture or
other fungicides will assist in preventing
the spores from germinating upon healthy
plants, but in addition to the spravine;
the source of infection should be removed.
When a plant is badly affected with an an-
thracnose the fungus is usually spread all
through it and not simply in the leaves,
and there are many chances against ever
saving the plant even by severe pruning.
In many cases it would be folly to at-
tempt to propat^ate from such plants with
the hope of getting healthy plants.

Byron D, Halsted.

Amsterdam, N. Y.— J. C. Hatcher has
opened a verv handsome store at 33 Mar-
ket St.

John A. Pettigrew.

We present herewith a portrait of Mr.
John A. Pettigrew, under whose superin-
tendency Lincoln Park, Chicago, has ac-
quired a national reputation as an ideal
city park.

Mr. Pettigrew was born in England
about 50 3'ears ago. He is the son of a
gardener and began his own experience in
gardening when 10 years of age. At the
age of 22 he came to Chicago and for 13
years following he was engaged in the
various branches of horticulture, mainh'
floriculture and landscape work. He
then entered the stone business, and con-
tracting, which he followed for a number
of j'cars, but returned to his first love
again and was soon after appointed
superintendent of Lincoln Park, in which
position he has made a most enviable
record.

His varied experience in all the various
branches of horticulture, coupled with a
sincere affection for every tree and plant
in his charge, his splendid administrative
aoility, together with his knowledge of
landscape architecture as well as garden-
ing, made a rare combination and ena-
bled him to meet with brilliant success
every one of the problems that continu-
ally present themselves in such a garden
as Lincoln Park. Withal he is a gentle-
man with all that the name implies, a
botanist of ability and a close student of
all that affects the profession he loves.

Many of those who have visited Lin-
coln Park will probabh' be surprised to
learn that nearly all its beauties of vege-
tation are growing in a thin veneer of
made soil laid over a waste of sand. Mr.
Pettigrew's first work on taking charge
of the park was to deepen and strengthen

this soil and to his continued efforts irr
this direction may be attributed the sal-
vation of the park. He it was who added
to the park those prime attractions the
beautiful ponds of aquatics and the gar-
den of hardy perennials.

His latest work of special note is the
treatment of the artificial beach carried
out into Lake Michigan along the shore
of the park. Along the drive, on the side
toward the canal formed between the old
shore and the new beach he has filled in
with soil in which extensive plantings
have been made, withphenominal success
considering the artificial conditions that
had to be overcome. Thistriumph of the
gardener's art over apparently insur-
mountable adverse conditions, if properly
followed up in the future, will prove a
lasting monument to his genius.

But now this man, whose great ability
has given him almost a world wide repu-
tation, must leave his work unfinished
at the behest of a gangof poHtical heelers
who have managed to obtain a strange
influence over the governor of Illinois,
and despite the vigorous protests of
every reputable citizen of Chicago, and
the entire daily press of the city regard-
less of political bias.

It is a sad reflection upon our institu-
tions that the most despicable elements
of society can so work upon the ambition
of political aspirants as to make them
utterly regardle.'^s of public opinion a^ d
the public weal. From the present state
of the public mind there can be no doubt
that the governor's act will be most vigor-
ously resented at the next election but in
the mean time the harm has been done,
an unusually able man has been sacri-
ficed, and some "political engineer," to
quote one of the dailies, will have had
two years in which to ruin the park.

There is still some slight hope that the
storm of indignation from the organs of
his own party may make the governor
pause but he has now gone so far that
there is but little to base hope upon.

New York.

The all-absorbing topic for the present
is Easter. Growers, wholesalers, retail-
ers, fakirs, all have their interest and
their hopes centered in the coming festival
and predictions are as numerous and con-
flicting as are those preceding election
day. One thing all are soHcitous about,
that is the weather. March came in like
a lamb and has behaved in an exceed-
ingly lamb-like manner up to date, and
great is the fear that the proverbial lion
may assert himself just at the time when
he will be least welcome.

From appearances there will be an
abundance of stock appropriate for
Easter, both plants and cut flowers in
quantity enough to supply the demand
no matter how heavy. The warm sunny
weather has hastened the plants along
and those who feared that thev might
get left on account of the earliness of the
date are now assured of having a full sup-
ply ready. Ten dollars per hundred on
plant or cut is the average price asked in
advance by the lily growers.

\iolets continue very plenty. There are
many more than the market under ordi-
nary conditions can consume. One can-
not avoid wondering why some growers
persist in growing the white violets for
themaiket. They are and always have
been dead stock, lacking entirely the pop-
ularity which the purple violet possesses
and being salable only on rare special oc-
casions. Like the orange flower they are
useful for the local florist to grow in
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Mar. 22,

on band when occasion requires, but as a
crop for the wholesale market nothing
could be much more unsatisfactory- than
the white violet.

Late cypripediums, that is those held
on the plants until the present time, also
give unpalatable results. They are soft
and do not last any time after being
brought in. It would havebeen betterto
have sold them two months ago even at
the lowest figure, for nobody wants them
in their present condition. Tulips of the
light pink shades both double and single
sell fairly well, but these are the only desira-
bl colors and the prices prevailing do not
furnish much profit when the first cost of
the bulbs and the expenses and loss of
forcing are counted.

Persistent efforts to drive the Greeks off
the street are still being indulged in by
some of the retail florists. Naturally the
wholesale dealers do not sympathize with
the movement, for were it not for the
Greeks it is difficult to imagine what would
become of the surplus stock of flowers, in
spring time especially. It is doubtful
however whether in case these people
were removed from the streets the result
would benefit the retail florists any as
the offensive element would soon find
stores and so become more formidable as
competitors than they can ever become in
the street.

Ernst .\smus made a speech at the
Florists' Club meeting which is worthy
of record. On being installed as vice-
president he responded to repeated calls
as follows: "Gentlemen, I think it some-
thing unusual to ask a vice-president for
a speech. I haven't prepared any, so you
won't get any. That's all there is
about it."

It is surprising to note how generally
th'- rose growers and carnation growers,
especially the latter, are using Mr. Joos-
ten's Fostite for the prevention of
insect and fungus jjests. A batch of
rooted cuttings, nowadays, without a
thick sprinkling of this useful powder is a
rarity.

Thos. L. Kusscll, the well-known "Peri-
patetic" of the Horisls' Exchange died
suddenly on Broadway on the afternoon
of March 15. He has been a familiar
participant in the Florist Club meetings
and other gatherings of the craft in and
about New York for the past three years
and made many friends. His funeral took
place at Brooklyn on Sunday, 18lh inst.

The plant auction business was opened
in liue form for the spring season liy
August Kolkcr at his (jreenwich street
store. The stock consisted of hardy roses,
az.nlcas, and other dormant stuff from
Hulscbosch Bros, and others and went
for fair prices.

Charlie Schnell, who has been in the
employ of Burns & Kaynor ever since
they began business, has started on his
own hook in the retail business at 014-
Columbus avenue.

The young men in the store of Thos.
Young, Jr. are very enthusiastic over a
ba.Mrball club which they have organizeil
and propose to give an opportunity to
those who wish to cross bats with them
at Atlantic City next August.

Kobt. B. Young is again fjuitc sick at
his home in Brooklyn.

Chicago.

It has l)ccn an <i|K:n secret for sometime
that the ('»ovcrnor of Illinois had, at the
rcf)uest of n disreputalilcgnng of [Kilitical
heelers in this tity, l»ccn bringin/j strong
pressure to l»car ujwjn the Commissioners
of Lincoln Park to force them to displace
Superintendent Petligrew and appoint in

his stead a politician who would make a
political machine of the force of men em-
ployed at the park. It so happened that
the Commissioners were men of honor
and high standing in thecommunit}' who
would not accede to such a disgraceful
demand. Thej- knew Mr. Pettigrew's
ability, and they honored him for emplo3'-
ing men on their merits and not on the
recommendation of pot house politicians.
But the governor, who seems of late to
have been bereft of reason as well as com-
mon f ense, has now called for the resigna-
tions of three of the commissioners who
have resisted his demands, two of whom
were his own appointees and belonged to
his own political party. He will of course
appoint in their places men who will act
as puppets in his hands and as soon as
the new board is organized the best super-
intendent Lincoln Park has ever had, and
one of the ablest men in such work in this
countrj', will be ousted from a position
he has filled with the greatest credit. But
the governor's act brought out such a
storm of criticism that even he maj- pause
in dismay-. It is to the credit of the daily
press of this cit3' thatevery paper, regard-
less of political bias, poured broadside af-
ter broadside of bitter criticism at the
governor and the miserable gang back of
him. And papers of his own political
faith were the most severe in their denun-
ciations. The question is really not po-
litical but the issue has been drawn be-
tween the reputable and disreputable ele-
ments in each of the political parties.
The governor cannot be reached as his
term runs two years longer, but the man
who has been at the bottom of the mat-
ter, one H. C. Bartling, has managed to
secure the nomination of assessor for
North Chicago, from one of the great po-
litical parties. He is a dangerous man
who will apparently stop at no means to
acconqilish his purposes. lie should be
snovi'ed under so deep at the coming elec-
tion that even he will understand that his
methods are repudiated by all decent peo-
ple.

The market last week was. unusually
active. The weather has been as bright
and warm as is rarely seen in March, and
certainly must have aided largely in the
production of flowers. But nevertlieless
stock in somclineswasexcccdiiigly scarce,
particularly towards the lastof the week,
a stale of aflairs certainly gratifying and
considering the lact that we arc still in
Lent it seems all the more remarkable.

There are probably two causes to which
may l>c atlribiiteil the scarcity of roses.
Oneis the fact that theplantsin a numlier
of the leading cstablishnicntsare offciop;
another is the increased demand on ac-
count of the (Jjiera which opened the sea-
son last week. So far as is apparent now
there will be a rather light cut of roses for
Faster lor the same reason. Hut appear-
ances are often deceptive and tlie ship-
ments frrim outside points may upset all
calculations.

Although no advance in prices for the
past week can be noted yet stock ruled
firm in most classes at regular (|uotation
figures, anil few job lots, unless decidedly
"off," could Ik- bought at bargain conn
tcrs.

liasler prices will take elTcct March 21.
(Juiitations marie by the wholesale men
seeni le.'isoii.-ible and as a whole lower
than in former seasons. Beaulies.-ind Hy-
brids are cjiioted at 20 to '2'i, Jaccpies IH
to UO, .Meteors H to 1(», Merniets, Brides
and La I'rancc 6 to 7, Niplietos and (ion-
tiers J- to T), I'crles 5 to 0, carnations
long 1 ,'A) lo 2, fancy 2. SO to 3, violets 7r>
to 1.00, Harrisii H to 10, eollas C, to H,
Romans and narcissus 2 to .'1, valley ami

tulips 3 to 4, daffs 3, Dutch hyacinths 4
to 6.

As will be seen by the above quotations
Harrisii and callas are listed at much
lower figures than were ever before made
at Easter. It is apparent that commis-
sion men still have a lively recollection of
the last Easter season when the mistake
was made of demanding such high figures
that most dealers held off in placing or-
ders ahead. In consequence, as we all
recollect, the market went all to smash
on Easter Eve, and lilies sold for next to
nothing.

ROBERT J. HALLIDAY.

Mr. Robt. J. Halliday, the well known
fljrist of Baltimore, Md., died at 8:55 p.
m. Sunday, Mar. 11, of catairh of the
stomach, at his home on the Liberty road
near the city. His family, with the ex-
ception of his son William, who was at-
tending college, were at his bedside, with
his life-long friend, Mr. Wm. Fraser.

Mr. Halliday was born in Baltimore on
March 4, 1840. His father, Robert Hal-
liday, was a native of Dumfries, Scotland,
and came to this country in 1837. Mr.
Halliday received a good grammar school
education, and at the age of fourteen he
started to learn the business under his
lather, who took him into partnership
upon attaining his majority, and he took
cuarge of the large greenhouses then
standing at the corner of Pennsylvania
avenue and Dolphin street. Under his
efficient management the business soon
became the largest south of Philadelphia
and plants and seeds were shipped all
o\er the country.

His first store was at No. IV2 N. Charles
street, which he took in 1870, from which
he moved into the corner store in a few
years, then into the large building at 10
W. Baltimore street in 1883. After his
two eldest sons, Robert and John D.,
started in the cut flower business for
themselves, he moved to 8 S. Charles, and
finally in 1892 to the store now occupied,
No. Ill N. Charles street.

He was an enthusiast on camellia cult-
ure and in 1880 wrote a most valuable
Compendium of his experience in propa-
gating and cultivating the plant, which
was followed in 1882 by an equally thor-
ough and interesting work on the azalea.
Personal friends of Mr. Halliday can ob-
tain these works gratis as souvenirs by
applying to Messrs. Halliday Bros., 11
E. Baltimore street.

The business at 111 N. Charles will be
carried on by his heirs until April 10 next
in order to straighten out all matters
connected with it.

Mr. Halliday was married three times,
first to Miss Christine Dick of Philadel-
phia in 18G3, then to Miss Ivmma Stew-
art of the same city in 1875, and last to
Miss Mary Stewart, sister of his second
wife. He leaves three sons, Robert, aged
2i), and John Dick, aged 26, children of
Ins first wile, and William, aged 17, child
of his second wife.

Mr. Il.-illiday was a man whom to
know intimately was to like. I lis unfail-
ing kindliness and generosity were the
secret of iiis attractiveness, ;ind his host
of friends can testily to the disinterested
w.'iy in which he ever i)laced himself at
the disposal of anyone seeking his advice
or .'issistnnce. A true, generous, kindly,
whole-hearted Christian gentleman, be
lent a dignity and grace to his business,
He raised it to a position of importance
which it had never Ix-fore attained here,
and in his intercourse with visiting flo-

i8g4.

The American Florist.

769

THE LATE ROBERT J. HALLIDAY

rists from other cities he showed them
the hospitality of our southern life with
a geniality and heartiness unrivalled.

Mr. Halliday was a prominent member
of the Westminster Presbyterian Church.
He was the president of the Gardeners'
Club for the first three years of its exist-
ence, and but for his courage, patience
and generosity it may be doubted whether
we would to-day have a horticultural or-
ganization of any kind. All who knew
him were attached to him, and all will
miss him and his influence.

Buffalo.

A view of the stores on the Monday
preceding Easter gives one but a poor
idea of the gorgeous display that is
promised for the end of the week. In ad-
dition to the regular stores on Main
street there will be a few others doing
business for one week's standing. J. Staf-
flinger has secured the use of a vacant
store on Main near Swan street. Mr.
Christenson has rented a window of one
of our most popular grocers and will
doubtless make a big display, as he has
the stuff to do it with.

Mr. y.H.Rebstock is rushing the work on
his new store and says he will be in there
bj' Thursday. Joseph hasjust returned
from New York where he went to visit
some of the big growers and pick up
novelties. I covild not hear that he saw
any novelties and found prices for good
plants away up in G. He speaks of the
cytisus and azaleas at James Dean's as
the finest he ever saw. Mr. Anderson is

off for New York and W. J. Palmer, Jr.
leaves to-night for the same point, both
no doubt to gather in some fine things
for Easter. Mr. Anderson says he is going
to make aspecialtyof hybrids and violets.

Palmer's is looking very gay with an
enormous quantit\' of daffs of the finest
qualitj-. They are making preparations
for a big plant trade. Their large store
affords a good opportunity for this line of
business. Mr. Stewart will have a large
lot of Canadian roses to offer. He is for-
tunate to have them for they sell on sight.
Adams & Xolan are preparing for a big
trade. They say carnations will be their
specialt}'. A look in at Scott's store —
where old man Mepsted presides — showed
us a fine lot of plants of almost all the
popular kinds; particularly were his
azaleas fine. Mr. M. expressed it as his
opinion that stock of all kinds would be
none too plentiful and every thing would
be bought up close. Mr. Constantine, of
Niagara street, is laying in alargesupplj'
of plants and thinks nothing will be in
too great an abundance except perhaps
callas, of which he as well as others in this
locality have had great quantities this
season. Mr. George Hale under the
Genesee Hotel has a very attractive win-
dow; healways carries afinelineof carna-
tions. Buttercup being the leading card.
He anticipates a good demand both in
plants and flowers.

The question being put to each florist,
"What are you making a specialty of?"
The answer was in nearl3- even' case,
"Carnations if lean get enough." This
shows how popular we all find this beau-

tiful and inexpensive flower The millions
will ask for carnations while the few ask
for roses.

The weather is the all important ques-
tion. If fine and not windy what a bless-
ing, but if next Saturday assumes a typi-
cal March style, cold and breezy, oh mvl
it will add many grej' hairs to some of us
who are already bald and white.

Last Tuesday our club elected its new
officers and they are as follows: Presi-
dent, W. A. Adams; vice-president, J. W.
Constantine; recording secretary, Wm.
Scott; financial secretary, Henry Millatt;
treasurer, Edward I. Mepsted. " .\fter the
election we had— well you could not call
it a banquet but it was better than that
—a most pleasant time. Ever\-body was
called on for a speech and in every case
acquitted themselves finely. Of a higher
order than is usual on such occasions
were the remarks of Wm. McMillan, J.
W. Constantine and Prof. Cowell, but
they were all good and those who were
foolish enough to stop at home or seek
more frivolous amusementsmissed agreat
treat. W. S.

St. Louis.

The trade for the past week remained
fair. The weather continues warm and
springlike, and as a result the plant ship-
ping trade has commenced to boom, all
hands being required to keep ahead of the
orders. Judging from the way it has
opened, the prospects may be said to be
brighter for a good shipping season than
at any time this year.

Easter stock is in good shape, there be-
ing plenty of it on hand at all the grow-
ers; if anything it is a trifle early, owing
to the unprecedently favorable weather,
and the prospects are that the demand
for it will be fully up to expectations. But
flowers are also in good supply, and can
undoubtedly be had in sufficient quanti-
ties to satisfy buj'ers. The fact that there
will be an increasing demand is proven by
several heavy orders that have been
placed .

The Jordan Floral Co. have commenced
cutting from one of their Jack houses, and
during the week haveshownsomeelegant
flowers; they will keep it up through Eas-
ter time, and on into the spring.

The refreshments provided by the Bowl-
ing Club for the working members at the
last two meetings have proved such a
good thing that the members are more
than ever satisfied with the Club.

R. F. T.

Correction.

In Mr. Robinson's essay on progress in
orchid culture in our last issue a typo-
graph cal error in the third paragraph,
second column on page 726 made him
say "Mrs. Ames' collection (of masdeval-
lias) to-day comprises more than one
hundred varieties exclusive of our own
houses," when it should have read "ex-
clusive of our own hybrids."

Some Daybreak Carnations recently
sent by Mrs. J. D.Knox, Butte, Montana,
arrived in excellent condition, and were
of good quality. Evidently Montana in-
tends to keep up with the floral proces-
sion.

The Universal Exposition of Lyons,
France, calls attention, by a notice re-
cently received, to the competition in the
horticultural section, which will extend
through the entireseason, beginning May
1. Intending exhibitors are requested to
address Exposition Universelle, Lyons,
France.

770

The American Florist.

Mar. 22^

The Penna. Horticultural Society
has issued the premium list for their chrys-
antbemum show, which opens Nov. 6
next, continuing four days. Among the
plant prizes is $100 for collection of 10
plants, 10 varieties, $25 for collection of
new varieties, not disseminated prior to
1S94, and $10 for best specimen plant,
new variety. There are seven special
prizes of $25 each, two of $50, and two
silver cups, in addition to the usual list
for roses, carnations, plants, designs and
decorations.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

AdverUsemenu under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of 10 cents a line (seven worts) each Inser-
tion Cash most accompany orter. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

C11TCAT10N WANTED— As all round florist; grow-
O IDK roses, camallons, general stock, ferns, palms,
etc; IS years' exp<>rlence. R ». care Am. Horlst.

4^iITlATlOS W.\NTED-By flrst-class rose grower.
!> Pacific coast preferred: references; also from
present employer. Box IJo. care American Horlst.

SITUATliiS WANTED-By a young man a;, as
greenhouse assistant. 4 years experlen«!; good
references as to character and reliability. Address

reicicu*.*^ EK-VEST. IX>Ul9Vllle, Kv.

S^

SITUATION WANTED-By a young woman in flo-
rists estaWbhment. has some e.xi*rlenci.- In mak-
liig up and arranging Mowers, -^ddress !■ i."K-\l..
luK up ^ ^^^ ^ J Lynch, Poughkeepsle. N. \ .

ctlTUATlON WANTED-By a young single German,
b » years eiperlence: either In cut flowers or cata-
loime trade. Good references on hand. Address
lopie imue u ^ ^^ American Florist. Chicago.

SITUATKIN WANTED— As ganlener and florist In
private place; l-'rench; 8 years In this country.
8teadT.»..ber and honest. Good relerences.

KLoUlsT. box 1*1. Bay f-lde, L. I. N. ^ .

OITUATKiN \VANTEI>-By a good all round florist
O aa assistant or foreman, successful grower of
Diants and cut flowers: good ri'coinmendatlon. Ad-
2[i^ga Rose, care American Horlst.

CiITL'ATION WANTED-By good grower of roses.
O carnations, violets, etc.. as working foreman; 14
veani expirlence. age :0, married: best of references.
Address KG. care American Horist.

SITUATION WANTED-By Dane, to work In green-
houses Best references from Denmark and this
oounlrr. New Vork or New .lersey preferred. Ad-
Srwi NIssE.v. 2)UI)lvlslonSt.. New Vork City.

C1ITUATION WANTEI>—<iardener, single man hav-
O ing l:i years' exrierience. well posted In growing
orchids, ferns, palms, etc. Private ..r commercial.
Address A D. Penn St , KrankfortI, I'lilladelphia,

t.'ITl 4TIC1N WA.NTKD-Hy flrst-class gardener, to
O take charge of private place In or near Chicago:
will be open for engagement by Aiiril 1st. Best refcr-
1 from present employer furnished. Aildress

C w. care American V lorlst.

SITUATION WANTED Hy iiracilcal grower of
n.se». CJimatlon^ and general sl.iek. life eliwri-
ence In all branehes. single, age ."7, sol*r and steady;
good recommendations; state wages. Address
•^^ Al.ln. care American Horlst.

SITUATIO.N WANTED As manager, foreman, or
ht-ii'lgardener In oomn»er<.-lBl or private place:
German; tlionjughlr exji-rienctnl In florist and hortl-
CQlture; bonenl, solKT and good worker GchiiI refer-
ence nil, i-an- Aniiricuri Horist

SITUATION WANTED lly a p.iicct-ssful grower of
cut flowem and niaiils. 16 years practical e«|>erl-
cnoe In all branclic*. fiilelllgenl. Iiouesl. strictly s<j|jcr,
tlnglf age '-'^, sw'-^le: go'^'l n-«''»mmenila!btn; slate
wajfcs. Addn-as Kl.oltlsT. IVn ».'>:, Bulavln. 111.

flml class

rienc« In

wer gojw-

lu-ady for engagement at any

.1 I'leaJM' addntui

lli.-M M. care American Klorist.

SITI ATloN W.<NTED Hy an energelli
■tosle ' ' -cnian; th'*rough exis?

--'-^^-' ■ 'n rf»s4. unil cut tloi

lag. Baal
llBWdflrir'

,MI.

SITUA'riov WANTED I'.T April. In g'KKl private
• tent Gennati gar-
(](., . I undersliindH all

111,, work. Including

pr<'pn«>.> "•' • ■- ■ "- -- '

li. -< llAltt. •^' ( irl«<jurn Avenue. Chicago. III.

Sun .\ I 1"'' ''\ \NII I' 111 ;• <.<r[iinn . ■,rii|M-Urnt
tan

rii- ■»'')

pl„ . . iil-.

Addn-M
G. A I 1 AliK. "tnll'in .\l .N' E , W««blngt/in. D C

ANTED A No 1 nmjgrT.wer. write sutlngterms
with rrfermir«.a,

J. care .1. C Vatigbnn. Clilrago

^^

w

A.NTKIf (*fir>l<-'i«T. «lrit(l4* *>h'i uri'liTolaiKtu rnl»
Iriif Ti'»|i'l«M«-« f"r tii«rlifi t/irt- ri-Fi'n'fu'^ii. nUitc
wfttfr^ M If T *4i-i: tiiH A s Mt ViTtinn. O

ll'A.NTKK A •lfnfl«*<.<Tni»ri Hunltni-r for v<t(*'tft>>l<'
W And Oywt'f lurOfTi work, ii«»f»*l w»if« »n<1 Umr<\.
AddrMi ti'i'KHl'E:»i.'«(ir«.A BHr.wi\«. Or

.Man4U(rtt«. Mich.

TTl'ANTEI)— An nsslstant well up In (greenhouse
»T work: some experience In beddlnp out: etate
wages expected with tward.

John Reck. Bridgeport. Conn.

WANTED T(> UENT-A place, from S.OOU to lO.UUO
yy teet of triass, wlili or without stock, liot water
heating preferred. Address C W.

care (ireenhouses. 4th Ave. and I7th St..
Minneapolis. Minn.

AX'^AN'TED— A tirst-cla&s working foreman to take
\ \ charge of "JU-OKO feet » >f glass, and grow roses,
carnations and gener:il stock. Applicants please foi^
ward references. ani1 state wages expected.

W. L. Mouuis. Des Moines. Iowa.

"IT^ANTED— An orchid, palm, fern and stove plant
\y grower; une who Is sober, well up In the busi-
ness, and will attend to his own department, and not
In any way interfere with men In other departments.
1 want a reliable man— none other need apply.

R. J. Mendenhall. Minneapolis. Minn.

\VANTED— A partner-To join me growing and
\y selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and gri.iwlng. A Chris-
tian Hnd a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a drst-chiss open-
ing for the rltrlit man.

WiLFUEi> A. BuoTHERTON. Rochester, Mich.

'W'ANTED— Before June Ist. thoroughly competent
I ? man, as foreman in a large establishment: must
thorouglily understand the growing for cut liuwers of
roses, carnations and chrysanthemums, also lieddlng
plants and ordinary nursery stork To the right man
a good position at good wages Is fifTercd with the
chance of Iiiture advancement. None but tirst-class
men need apply. Correspondence solicited. Address
RosK GKuWEK, cnre Box 47. Ml. Vernon. N. Y.

F

OR SALE OR TO LET- \ valuable florist busi-
ness. For particulars address

,jAt'OB Mexdel. Ixjck Box 5!i. Nyack. N. Y.

FOR SALE— One Kroescbell hot water holler 4x12: 4
vears in use. Also about 4U0U feet -l-lnch pipe.
Art Floral Co.. auil Cottage Grove Ave.. Chicago

FOR SALE OR RENT— Greenhouse located at end
of the Chicago Lake Sliore Electric R. R.. Evans-
ton, 111. Address W. J. Downes. Evanstnn. 111.

FOR SALE— Four greenhouses, welt stocked, with
very valuable piece of ground, reason for selling
old age. Address W.m. Springborn. l>ubviqiie. la.

FOR SALE— A well established seed and hardware
business near Chicago, doing a giirdener's iind
local trade of about K.'U.OWt per year Ciiusc 111 health.
Adfiresa M. llERMES. Havelock. III.

FOR SALE— Itesirlng to move at once on account of
HI health ot wife will sell at u sMi-rltlce an estal.>-
llshment and pajlng Horlst business well worth W.OOO.
Address CENTitAL, care American Florist.

f^OR SALE— Three greenhouses, wUh stock, etc..
heated hy steam, situated In a growing town In
Central olilo. with population of IH.UIXI: tiuslnessestjib-
llshed in 1st?.*: no other florist In town Price low to
quick buyer. Address P .1. care AuuTlcan Klorlst.

Uniontmwn, I'a.. .March I'.t. ls;ii.
Notice is hereby given tliiil the partnership lately
subsisting between Henry Hughes and Charles E.
St«nHon, of I'nlontown. Pa., under the firm name of
Hughes t.V Stenson. Florlsti*. ^as dissolved on the l.'tth
day of March, 1h*m. by mutual consent, All debts
owing to tin* said partnership ure In be recelvctl hv
the salr] Henrv Hughes, nnd all dcrnitmlH <iii the r^iild
pannershlp are m be settled iiml i.iild \^^ him. 'rh.-
said buHlnesswIll U- conthnied at the same places as
heretofore by said Hughes. IIknuv lUtiiiEs.

('MAUI.KS K. STK.VSON.

A lew [ilaiit" of Wiiler ^nowlliike. Address with
price, VAllGHANS SKKl) STintK,

ll<> and \\> W. WHHhtngton ^t.. (hlciigo.

The greenlionne property l[i Weftwooil, nearCIncln-
nnti, now oeeiiplt-d and running very miceewsfully by
.1. Petemon, eonhlHlIng of greenhfjUHes rJUxllli feet, a
T-r<M»ni dwelling, and Ihri'e <ir more acres of land: will
be for letine on .lune If>t. INIM. Favorable arniiigi'-
iiient can Im- inu'le with prenent occupant for part of
the it'^ck ir <leMlrer|. AddrcHn. with ndcrencu.

.MHIN M. MII.I.KK. U4*Nt\\(MMl, O.

READY FOR BUSINESS

Hake known your wants and wo
will be pleased to quote pricoB.
OirXLOQUCS /vow READY . . .

W. A. MANDA.

The Universal Horticultur,-il Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

Menllon American KlorUt.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Ghrysantiiemums I Carnations.

Write (or li.st and prices. Prices
to suit the times.

Addrc*. J. G. BURROW, Fishklll, N. Y.

Glirysantiieiiium^.

^\ All the Prize...
Mj Winning, New and
^^ Old Varieties.

SEND FOR PRICE LIST.

Swainsona.

'^■■C

A FEW EXTRA STRONG

^ BLOOMING PLANTS IN 6-INCH
POTS, 3 TO 4 FT. HIGH.

$1.50 each: $12 per doz.
4-Inch Pot Plants, $3.00 per doz.
2-inch " $1.00 per doz.: $6.00

per 100.

PALMS.

All the popular sorts. A few
very fine plants of

rnoenlx Ryplcoia

Suitable for center of large vases,
$4.00 each $40.00 per doz.

EDWIN LONSDALE,

Chestnut Hill, PHILADELPHIA.

Money Order Office. Station H. Phila.

CANNft MME. CROZY. st.irtiil plants, ?1 per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, $2.50

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, fioni

'2-iiich pots. Splendid list oi varieties, my selec-
tion, S'-'..'ill per RX).
GERANIUMS, large assortment, my selection,

g.:.00 per UK).
CARNA'IION , entirely free from tlisease. One

Inindrcil in ns.soiteacolors, mysclection for82.o0.
PANSIES, from finest seed to be linil, 82.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment, '2-inch, my selection,

S:i.00 ],ir 10(1.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM, |2,0O per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS lCcnta\irca Gymiiocarpa), J2.00

per 11)0 for strong 2-incli.
ENGLISH IVY. 2 inch, f:i (K) per IIKI.

Any o( the above plants 'i'i at the 101) rate.

H. 8. QRIFFITH, Independence, Mo
ItHlcitondcncc Is well located for HlilppliiK. lujlnu H
nilli'H KaHl 4»f KaiiHart City, Mo.

.Mi'lillnli AliiiTlcilll ricrlKl.

New, Rare and Beautiful Plants.

A liiriXr (-iilh-ctloti of rlinlir Unt h.niHr iitiil ( i n>tMili(>il(iO
riiinU, curcfully Kruwii, nt low nilcH.

icAUi-: AM> iir:AirTiFiii. i<:vku<}|<kkn.s»

OICNAAIKNTAL TKKKS. HIIKIHIS, &v,

OIU'IIIDH- A vyry o.\t«'nMvo ntock; Knul Itidliin,

Northern. (k>ritrHi ntul Koiith AiiiiTlciin.oto.
I*,1':(»NIKS.' A collection of tin- (Incut In culllvrttlori.

IliirOv l*i*ronnlnlp4, I'hloxcn. .Iii|ifiii«m> ItIh. Uohuh.
Ch'tiiiitlH. (•tc. New iinil WUirnIiinl l''riiltM. etc.

JF~riitnl"ifiirH on tii'pltciitlori.

JOHN SAUL, Washington, D. C.

Ai.WAVS mention the Amkhican Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

iS94' The American Florist. 771

KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY.

INCORPORATED 1893. CAPITAL STOCK $10,000.

FLINT KENNICOTT, President. FRED. W. H. SUNDMACHER. Sec'y and Treas.

-^WHOLESALER-
CUT FIvOWKI^^,

34 & 36 Randolph St., CHICAGO.

LARGEST WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER ESTABLISHMENT IN THE WEST. THE VERY BEST FACILITIES FOR
HANDLING CUT FLOWERS SO AS TO REACH CUSTOMERS IN PERFECT CONDITION.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

FLORISTS VISITING CHICAGO iSLrSSf i1S?f.*S."^* "" "'*'""'°"* """-

Headquarters while in this city.

REINBERG BROS.

Wholesale Florists and Growers,

PHONE MAIN, 4937, 51 Wabasii AvenuB, CHICAGO.

Our Great Specialty:

j^ AMERICAN BEAUTY.

We had to refuse hundreds of orders this season for American Beauties; this has encouraged us to such an
extent that we have arranged to grow more than double the amount next season. We invite all customers who want
Beauties next season to remember that we have them.

Don't forget that we have a large supply of fine Roses and Carnations. We shall grow in addition to our large
assortment of Roses, Bridesmaid, Testout, Kaiserin and Meteor. We are prepared to fill your orders with first-class
Flowers of all the leading varieties of Roses, Carnations, Violets and miscellaneous Flowers. Give us a trial order.

WE ARE NOW OFFERING ROOTED CUTTINGS OF ROSES AND CARNATIONS. SEE AD. ELSEWHERE FOR PRICES.

772

The American Florist.

Mar. 22

FLOWER SEEDS.

We have a complete stock of fresh and 'reliable
Flower Seeds on hand, of a quality that cannot
be excelled, and at prices that willcompare favor-
ably with those of other reliable houses.

We will allow a special discount of 10 per
cent on all Flower Seed orders, mailed to us
before April 1st, if you mention naving seen our
ad. in the spring issue of the American Florist.

Sweet Peas. lb. M lb. 07..

Alba Maiinifica, J1.25 35c 15c

Boieatton, 85 25c 10c

Captain of the Blues, 1..50 40c 15c

Duchess of Edinburgh, .75 25c 10c

Emilv Henderson (sealed packets), SOc

Isa fekford. .85 25c 10c

Miss Blanche Ferrv. .65 20c 10c

Mrs. Gladstone, ' 1.50 40c I5c

Miss Hunt. 1.50 40c 15c
Mrs. Sankev.

Nellie Javnes, .85 'S*-. lOi-

Queen of Eusland, 1.25 a5o I5c

Scarlet Invincible, 1.00 SOc 10c

Large Flowerina Mi.^ed. .75 20c 10c
Aster Improved Victoria. White, Rose, Light

Blue. Dark Blue, Carmine. Per

Per Trd.

oz. Pkt.

Rose, dark crimson, $3.50 25c

Finest Mixed. 3.00 23c
Truffaut's Paeony Perfection Aster. Pure
White, Rose. Gravelotte.Light Blue.

Dark Blue. Dark Crimson.LaSuperbe, 2.1)0 25c

Mixed Colors, 2.00 20c
Balsam. Improved Double Camellia-
Flowered.

Pure White. 1.00 20c

Separate Colors. .60 10c

Carnation. Margaret, .60 5c

Margaret White, .75 25c

Celosia, President Thiers, 25c

Cobea. Scandens. .60 15c

Convolvulus, Major. .10 .5c

Cosmos, .\llcolors mixed, .60 10c

Foreet-Me-Not. Dissitillora. 2.tc

Victoria, 25t'.

Gypsophila. Paniculata, .20 5c

Humulus, Japanicus, .35 10c
Ice Plant. Mesembryanthcmum Crys-

stallinum. .25 5c

Maurandta. Mixed, 1.50 20c
Poppy. Papaver.

Cardinal Poppy, SSc

Tulip I'oppv, 2.^

Shirley Pop'py, ..50 10c

Pyrethrum. .\u'r«*um, .60 10c

Petunia.

Sgl. Grandillorii Fimbriala, .50 10c
l>bl. Harnarrl's Florists' Mixture of

Double .Sorl.i, .50c
Phlox.

I' hlox Drummondi Grandilloni, .75 10c
Orandiflora Conn>acta Nana.
Cu.Hptdata (New Star Phloxe.**),
Scabioaa. Candidi.fsinia, .20 5c
Zinnia. Large llowering dwarf vari-
eties. 1.00 2.5c

SPRING BULBS AND ROOTS.

V."e invite special attention to our lar^e stock o
Spring Bulbs. If large quantities are wanted
please write for special prices and samples.
Tuberoses.

F.xtra fine, well-cured Ilvilbs. 1" r Per

100. !,>O0

Dwarf Double Pearl. True stock. $1.15 $8.ftU

Double Tall Italian. True stock, 1.15 8.50

Caladium Esculentum. Per Per

doz. 100

First size, ly, to 214 in. in diameter, $0.50 $ 3.50

Second size. 2% to 3 in. " " 1.00 7,00

Third size, 3 to 4 inches " ■■ 150 10.00

Monster size, 4 to 6 in. " " 2.50 18.00

Gladioli. Per Per

100 1.000

Light and white. For llorists. $2.75 $25.00

Light colors. No scarlet or solid dark

colors, 2.00 17.50

Pink. Good shades. 1.75 15.00

.Striped and variegated. 2.50 22. .50

Yellow. Verv best shades. 3.50 30.00

Red and scarlet, 1.15 9.00
Superfine mixed. .\ splendid mixture

for bedding, 1.25 12.00

Good mixed, 1.00 9.00
Begonias. Tuberous Rooted.

Per Per

doz. 100

.Single. CV>li.r> si-|>Mrate. $0.85 $ 6.50

Fini->l mixture. .a5 6.00

Double, t'hoii-i- en],, rs, mixed, 2.00 12,00

Write for contract prices on stock for Fall

delivery.

Lilies. Per Per

doz. 100.
Auratum. (Gold-banded Lily of Japan.)

7 to 9 inches, $1.00 $6,50

9 to II inches, 1.25 8.50

Rubrum. Rose, spotted with crimson, 1.15 H.50

.\lbum. Pure white; fragrant, 1.25 9.00

.\Ihurn Pra^cox. White, slightlv rose

tinted; perfectlv hardy. " 3.00 20.00

Hyacinthus Candicans, .35 2.75

Madeira Vine, .25 2.00
Milla Biflora. Waxv-white, star shaped

flowers. ' .60 3.50

SEASONABLE SUNDRIES.

Sphagnum Moss. $1.25 per bale; 5 Imles for $6.00 .
Labels. 4 inches. Painted. 10,000, $6.00; per

1,000, 70i'.
Labels, 6 inches. Painted. $1.20 per 1,000,
Tree Labels, 3'i inches. Notched, brass wired,

75c |)er 1,000.
Rubber Hose. Our own braiul manufactured pur-

poselv for llorist trade. I'l'r 50 fi.et. $6.50.
Whale Oil!^oap. 2 lbs.. 2.5c.; 5 II). box. .50-.
Tobacco Soap. 1 lb.. 40c.
Tobacco Steins. Per barrel, $1.00; per ball- of

about 100 lbs. ,.$2.00.
Paris Green. In liquid form. I II). cans. 2,5c,
Fir Tree Oil, Pint. 60.-.; .luart. $1.00; gallon. $3 25.
CopiKTdini'. 1 gallon jug. $I.,50.

Lawn Grass Seed.
Barnard's "Perpelual (ireen." '..-lb. boxes $9.00
l)er 100; 1-lb, boxi'S $18.00 per HKI; i>er bushel
of 14 lbs. $2.00.

fBone Meal. Warranted pure. Per bag of 200

lbs. $4.00.
Horn Shavings. Fine grade $3.50 per 100 lbs.

Coarse grade $3.00 per 100 lbs.
Lawn Fertilizer. $3.00 per 100.
Bowker's Plant Food. Small packages $1.15 per

dozen. Large packages $2.15 per dozen.

ROSES, CLIMBERS, ETC.

Clematis.

Extra strong and healthy phints.

I*er Per
doz. 100.
Jnckmani. 3-vear-old plants; verv

fine, " ' ^.75 $37.50

Standishi. Light mauve purple, early
llowering variety; 3 years old,
Flamula. White; fragrant,
Ilenryi. Large, finely formed, white

"tlowers; extra strong.
Lawsoniana. Rosy purple; 3yrs. old,
Mrs. llateman. Pale lavender; fine, 4.50
Sieboldi. Lavender color; extra

strong, 4.50

Lanuginosa Candida. Tinted gray-
ish white: fine; 3 years old," 6.00
Ampelopsis Veitchi.
First Size. 2 year old plants. I, .SO 10.00

Extra strong, 4 yoarold. 3 50

Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora.

24 to 30 inches. 1 ,50 12.00

Hollyhocks, ("'nlors separate; extra
ni<"C and strong roots, raised
froni ChattTs superl) strain. 1.25 9.00
Dielytra Spectabilis. (Bleeding
Heart.) Strong roots, in prime
condition, .75 f .00

Pcconies. Assorted. Equal quanti-
ties of each color. 2.0C '..' OC
Hybrid Perpetual Roses.
\\'e import this slock in immense quantities from
Euro|>e, and our goods have always given the very
best of satisfaction.

2-year-old budded, fine dormant stock. Ready
.Vpr'il 1st. Assorted, $1.75 per dozen; $10.50 per 100.
Mme. Plantier. Extra strong, 2-year-
old, own roots, ' $i),00
Climbing Roses. Assorted varieties.
lEaltiiU'ire IJelle.Gem of the Prairie,
giH-rn of th«' Prairie, $2.00 11.00
Moss Roses. Assorted. 2.00 11.00
Tree Roses. 5 feet, clean stems, strong,

healthy plants. 65c each, C.OO 45.00

ADVANCE CONTRACTS FOR BULBS.

Romans, Harrisii, Freesia, Van Sion,
Dutch Hyacinths, Tulips, Valleys,

Azalea Indica.
We art' reacjy now to make lowest prices
on contracts for l''all liiilhs fnr forring.
PU'ase get nur llgurt's ln'fnrc \c)vi placi' > our
ordi-r clst'wheic. Tin' <iuality of our stock
is l<)|) notcli. and prices will be found ex-
dingly favorable this season.

W, W

SUCCESSORS TO
HIRAM SIBLEY i CO.

6 AND 8 NORTH CLARK ST.

BARNARD d CO,

GROWERS. DEALERS AND IMPORTERS,

Chicago.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

ilqzi hill nurseries,
^.^ New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,
;^^'ORCHIDS,

Roses,

unci JVo-w I*l<iiit«,

FREIH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS suitable^t";^trade

The l.-.i'iiiin Ulridti for
cut fl<i.\i-i iMirpf>t*«».

I. FORSTERMAN.

■ EWTOWH, I.. I.. ■. T.

W(

IW Cataiociif (No. 4), containini;

ovtT 1,000 Ornamental Cuts fur

Florist's use, siiL'h .is envelope',

letter heads, bill heads, cards, advertisements, lloral designs,

etc., at from MK. and upward.^ Piice of Catalogue 25 cts.

(i'educted from f 1 order).

A. BLANC, Engraver for Florists. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Br'st and Larocit Stock in the World.
New &. Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

\ vriind M.li.i.-tl<tii ti)T HloTv, Urcvnliutmo and Cuii-

A lit

MTTAt^irr

SANDER, St. Albans. England.

Our .Mr A IHiiiiikkIi will >»' iili'inu'l I'l liiK'rrloir
bu^im (if raplx u> tkiij ouniinutjlrjilliiii iMldruaMxl to
him It Ml lirvgnwlrh St., Now Yurk CII7.

A FEW ORCHIDS ?

Tln'V liri' \'rry <'Im>iiu. 'I'Ih^V itrii I'jihHv
<Jro»'n. I'liry S<>ll \Vi>ll.

Tlit'V nlwri

iltllnict ntlenlliiii In nliire

nr KreetihouHU.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO.,

304 W. .MnilUuii St., ItALTIMUUK, AID.

i894' The American F lorist. 7T3

PROMPT ATTENTION m.

Given to all orders large and small.
Florists' Supplies furnished on short notice.

My aim is to give complete satisfaction, both in quality of stock and prompt-
ness in filling orders. Long distance shipments made with absolute safety.

126 DEARBORN STREET.

TELEPHONE, 1496.

CHICAGO, ILL,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

WHOLESALE GOMMISSION FLORISTS

ALL TELEGRAPH, MAIL AND TELEPHONE ORDERS
GIVEN PROMPT ATTENTION.

Telephone, Main 4508. 45 Lake Street,

SPECIAL FOR EASTER:

Fine Harrisii Lilies, carefully packed, - per lOO $ 8.00

500, $30.00; 1000, $50.00.

WE CAN SUPPLY THESE ON SHORT NOTICE.

774

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Mar. 22

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch, $1.40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 percent;

j6 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertising Department of the American
Florist Is for Florists. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Osly. Please to
remember it.

Orders for less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements m ust reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion In the Issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago.

Decision About Duty on Plants.

ROSE PLANTS, GLADIOLI, AND PINKS.

Before the U. S. General Appraisers at

New York, January 23,1894.

In the matter of the protest 21S74 b-2.

of J. M. Bonnott, against the decision of

the collector of customs at Norfoll--, Va.,

as to the rate and amount of duties

chargeable on certain gladioli and pinks,

imported per Moravia, January 15, 1894.

Opinion by LtJNT. C«Birro/ Appraiser.

We find—

(1) That Mr. J. M. Bonnott imported
into the port of Norfolk, January 15,
1894, certain merchandise which was as-
sessed for duty as nursery stock at 20 per
cent ad valorem under paragraph 282,
N. T.. and which is claimed to be free un-
der paragraph 666.

(21 That the merchandise consists of
rose plants or bushes, gladioli, and pinks.

(3) That the rosesandpinksarechiefly
used in the United Stales for forcing un-
der glass for cut flowers, and the gladioli
are not, but are bulbous roots not edible.

Inasmuch as the importer has not
claimed the gladioli to be tree under the
paragraph applicable thereto, his claim
as to the same is overruled, but we hold
the roses and pinks to be entitled to free
entry under the paragraph specified, and
sustain the protest as to these items.

Asparagus Plumosus Turning Yellow.

I would like to inquire the cause and
remedy of the turning yellow of foliage of
Asparagufc plumosus. A. R. Smith.

Littleton, N. H.

We referred your inquiry to Mr. W. H.
Elliott of Brighton, Mass., who answers:
"It probably turns yellow from the soil
being too heavy and wet. The remedy
would be to give it a light soil and less
water."

Always mention the American Ro-
rist when writing to advertisers.

CYGLAMEM.

GIGANTEUM.

WHITE GLADIOLI.

.Sl'FKUB XX MIXTl'KK

MUSHROOMS.

Most delicious of all esculents.

PERUVIAN GUANO.

Genuine "Lobos" from So. America.

Now Is the right time to sow CYCLAMEN SEEDS to have them flower
next winter. 1 have a choice strain Imported from a celebrated Fngllsh
specialist. All colors mixed, large and very rich.

»9.0(» per l.<tOO Seeds, n r* AA/" A TOi^WT lOSS.VrcliSt.
1.00 per 100 Seeds. IjT. \J» W Al k>Ui\, PhUa.. Pa.

Also Begonias, Lilies. Gloxinias, Irises, Cannas. and many
other rare and beautiful summer-flowering Bulbs. Start them
now Price List free. Prices right,
for Florists (containing 10 per cent of the new Snow White),
Ki.50 per lOU.
•'The Why. When. Where and How of Mushroom Culture."
24 pp., 10c. -W. P." Brand MUSHROOM SPAWN. Always re-
liable Fresh and Well-Spawned. Send for price list.

Indispensable to Gardeners who desire the highest perfec-
tion in bloom. Direct Importation from So. America now
to hand. Note the price, only Jif.25 per 100 ft (bags average
2'^:n. each). No less than 1 bag sold. 10 per cent off
In 5-bag lots.

G. C- WATSON, 1025 ARCH ST., PHILA., PA.

Samuel S. Pennock,

® WHOl,ESf\LE ®

FLORIST,

Rear 42 South I6tli Street,
PttlLflDE,LPfilfl, Pfl.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

PE6K & SUTHERLAND.

Successors lo WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

■^sWHOLESALE.^^

Wholesale
Florists

13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

67 Bromfield St, BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor Ihe GREAT ANTIPEST.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
Near Trctnont St., BOSTON. MASS.

H. L. SUNDERBRUCH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut streets,
DAN'L B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

495 Washington SI . BUFFALO, N. Y.
siiiri'iNo oiiDEius Cakkkui.i.y Attended to.
OTIIKK SI'KCIAI.TIKS:

Florists' Supplies, Wire Designs, liulbg,
LoiiK's Florists I'hotograplis (see large ad.
Catiilotnies, lilsta. Terms, etc.. on nptillcatton.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

1^02 PINE STREET,
(Successor to KLLISON St KlIKHN),

^fr^ WHOLESALE B^H^

1122 fiitb: ste.e:b]T,

IS1:. l^Otals, Ado.
A oomplete line of Wire Deilpu-

Asparagus
Plumosus
Nanus. . . .

Indispensable for fine decorative work.

Kirst-class work can only be done with first-class

material.
I can furnish it in large or .small quantities.

Cut Strings 8 to 12 feet long 50 cents.
Can be shipped to any part of the country in perfect

condition.
Order by Mail, Telegraph or Telephone _^^^A

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

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775

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

79 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AKD AI^I^

FI.OBISTS' SUPFI.IES.

Western Aeent for the GKEAT ANTIPEST.

FLINT KENNICOTT. FRED. W. H. SUNDMACHER.

President. Sec'y and Treas.

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 &, 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
OHIOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

General Agents for Chicago and the Northwest of
Kelsey's Beautiful New Southern Galax Leaves,
e.OU per 1000; 26 cents per 100.

A. L. RANDALL,

Wlioi6sai6 Florisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

45 LAKE STREET.

PHONE MAIN 22.S. CHICAGO.

Special attention given to shipping orders.

MONS. OLSEN.

Horace R. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4T.S(;. Consignments Solicited.

JOHN YOUNG,

wtioiesaie Fiorisi

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

tg^ Send for quotations on Choice Stock.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICnLTORAL ADCTIONIEKS,

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES.

FLORISTS'
VASES.

Let us book your order now for a copy
of our new trade directory and reference
book to be issued this month. Price $2.

©VVRofeAaPe MarfteU.

Cut Flowers

NEW York. Mar. 19.

Roses. Perle. Cusln.Wattevllle 2.00® 4.00

Meteor. Mermet, Bride 3.U0@ 5.00

" La France, Bridesmaid 3.00® B. 00

Beauty 5.00®40.00

•■ Hybrids 5.00®25.00

Jacq 3.00@10.00

Carnations 75@ 2.00

Mignonette.. 2.00® 8.00

Violets 36® .75

Hyacinths. Valley 1.00® 2.00

DalTodils.TuIlps 2.00® 3.00

Harrisil 3.00® i;,0O

Smilax 8.00@12.00

Adiantum i.oo

Lilacs, per buncb 50®Sil.OO

Boston. Mar. 19.

Roses, Niphetos , 3,00

Gontier 4.00

Perle.Sunset 6.00® ti. 00

Bride, Mermet 6.00®13.00

American Beauty 6.00(940.00

Carnations 2.00® 3.00

fancy 3.00® 4.00

Lily of the valley 1.00® 3 00

Roman Hyacinths. Freesia 1.00® 1.50

Trumpet narcissus. Daflodlls 2.00® 3. OO

Callas, Harrtsll B.OO® S.OO

Mignonette 2.0O® 4,00

Violets 50® .7.1

Pansles, Myosotls 1.00

Tulips 2.00® 6.00

Adiantum 1.00

Smilax 12.60

Asparagus 50.00

Erica, per bunch 50c

Primroses, per bunch 15c

PHILADELPHLl. Mar. W.

Eloses. Perle. Gontier. Niphetos 2.00® 3.00

Cusin, Wattevilie. Hoste 3.0O® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 4.00® 6.00

Kulserln. Bridesmaid, Testout 6.0O® 8.00

Belle. Beauty 10.00®20.00

Laings 20.00®25.00

Brunner 26.0O@35 00

Jacqs 12.50

Carnations. H. Keller .. 6.00

Ophelia. Sweetbrler, Daybreals 3.0O

Edna Craig 2.00® 3.00

" good assorted 1 00® 1.50

good per lUOO 7.50@10.U0

Valley 2 CO® 3.00

Romans, Paper white 2.00® 3,00

ilaffodlls 3.00® 4.0(1

Smilax 12.00®15.00

Adiantum 1.00® 1.60

Violets 60® 1.00

Mignonette 1.50® 2. (JO

Asparagus B0.00@75.00

Ihirrlsll lilies 8,00®10.00

Callas 6.00® 8.00

Kret-sla 1.00® 1.50

Tulips 4.00® 5.00

Cattieyas 40 00

Orchids llj.OO@40.40

Chicago. Mar. 21.

ADV.\XCE EASTER QUOTATIONS.

Roses. Beauty. Hybrids 20.00®25 00

■lacqa 18 00®20.00

Meteor 8.00@I0.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 6.00® 7.00

Niplietos. Gontier 4.00® 5,00

Perie 5.U0® 6,00

Carnations, long 1.50® 2.00

fancy 2.50® 3.00

Violets 76® 1.00

HurrlBil 8.00@10.CO

('alias e.OOa 8.00

K.mians. narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Valley. Tulips 3.00® 4 00

Dutch hyacinths 4.00® 6 00

Smilax ... 10.00®15 UO

Asparagus . 50.00

CINCINNATI. Mar. 17.

Roses, Beauty 10.(X)®3500

Mermet, Bride 4.00® 6 00

Testout 8.00

Perle ... 3.00® 4 00

Carnations 1.00® 3.00

Tulips 3.00®4.('0

Narcissus 3.00

DatTodlis 2.00® 3 00

Valley 3 00

R(nnan8 2 00

Violfts 75® 1.00

(.'aliuB, Harrisil 8.00

I'ansles 76® 1.00

Smilax 10.00@15.00

Adiantum 1.00

ST. Louis, Mar. 17.

Roses, Pcrles, Niphetos. Wootton 3,00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet, Bridesmaid. Meteors 4,00® 6,00

Wutteville, Hoste. Cusin 3.00® 5,00

La France, Albany 3.00® 4.00

Beauty 5.00®35.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 2.00

fancy 1.60® 2.60

short 1.00

Valley 3.00® 4 lU

Romans, Narcissus 2.00® 3,00

Tulips 2.00® 3,00

DatTodlis 1.00® 4,(10

Violets 25® 1.60

Harrisil. Callas 3.00® 8.00

Mignonette 1,50® 2,00

Smilax 16.00

Adiantum 1.25

(Jalax leaves 2.00

Buffalo, Mar. 10.

EASTEB PRICKS.

Roses, Beauties 20.00@40,00

•lai'is 16,00@20.00

linuiiiers 12 60@2fl,00

.Meiiuet. Bride S.00®12.00

Meteor 10,00®'20.00

" Gontier. Perle, Cusin, Hoste 7,00@IO.OO

Carnations, long 2.00® 3.00

Daybreak and Wm. Scott 3.00®4.00

Tulips. Daflodlls 3.00® 4.00

Romans, Narcissus 2.60® 3,0(1

Valley 3.00® 6,00

Violets i.m@ i.:ai

Pansles. Forget-me-not 1.00® 1.60

Callas I2.00®15 00

Harrisil. I^nKtaonim 12.00®18.00

BURNS & RflYNOR,

49 West 28th Street,

NEW YORK,

'Wliolesale Dealers in
and Shippers of

Choice Flowers

OUR SPECIALTIES:

AMERICAN BEAUTIES,

METEORS.
BRIDESMAIDS,

CUT FLOWERS.

ROSES, standard varieties

and novelties.
Carnations, all the new

sorts in finest quality.

VIOLETS, MIGNONETTE AND VALLEY.

FIKST QUALITY STOCK.
■WBOLESAXE ONL,Y.

THOS. YOUHG, Jr..

20 WEST 24th St. new YORK

WALTER F. SHERIDAN,

• WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IH

Cut » Flowers.

SI W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WH0LE8ILE FLORIST

117 W- 30th ST., NEW YORK.

The Oldeit Eitablished Commission Houie in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE CAREFUL PACKING.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 WdST 30th Street,

NEW YORK CITY.

Established 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

77 WEST 2BTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower l^xchange, 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W 29th Street. MEW YORK.

WHOLESfiLE FLORIST,

Careful .^Hipping- to all parts of the coantry
Price list on application.

776

The American Florist

Mar. 22.

^fte geeil ^racje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrKPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Doy. secretary and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New Tort. Ne.xl annaal meeting second Tuesday In
Jane, at Toronto. Out.

Notes.

At Detroit the seed trade complain of
poor business duringthelastof February,
but state that the first third of March
more than makes up the difference. The
local trade are indulging in some compe-
tition for the market garden business.

.\t Indianapolis the dealers are rushed.
They claim trade more than double last
year up to date and appearances bear out
their claim.

.\t Cincinnati trade was fully up to last
year in the retail business and consider-
ably ahead in bulk department. Plenty
of onion sets in the hands of farmers, but
dealers short and buying only when
needed.

.\t Rochester the trade was never so
good before. Stock is becoming rapidly
depleted and anxiety expressed as to
where they can be renewed. Commission
concerns are closing their northern ship-
ments and working into the night to do
it. Last season's commission sales were
the best ever known. Briggs Bros. & Co.
have opened a fine retail store next to
Crosman Bros, on Clinton St., mak-
ing quite a seed center there, as Vick's
retail s'ore is around the corner on Main
St. Mr. Chas. Crosman's family are leav-
ing for Aiken, N. C, for a two months
stay atthenote<l sanitarium there.

F. T. E.

Rochester, N. Y., March 14.

Recent Import Decisions.

GRASS SEED — CLOVER.

B?fore the U. S. General Appraisers at
New York, January 29, 1894.

In the matter of the protest, 53977 a-
11569. of Henry Nuneesser, against the
decision of the collector of customs at
New York as to the rate and amount of
'*uiie8 chargeable on certain seeds, im-
ported per Berlin, June 6, 1893.

OpioioD by SoHBKVlLLK, Gfmrat Appraisfr.

The goods are invoiced and entered as
100 bags of clover seed, and were assessed
for duty at 20 per cent ad valorem under
paragraph 286 of the new tariff act of
1890, as "agricultural seeds" not spe-
cially provided for in said act. They are
claimed to Ix: free of duty aB"£raB8 seeds"
under paragraph 699 of said act, which
exempts from duty a large variety of
seed, including "all flower and grass
seeds," not specially provided for in said
t.T riff act.

We have held in a recent decision (In re
Henderson & Co., protest 56550 a, not
yet pnblithed) that "grass seeds" are a
specie* of the more generic descriptive
term "agricultural seeds," and for that
reason a grass seed, although sown in
fields, as distinguished from use for rirnn-
mentni purposes in lawns or otherwise, in
subject to classification under p;ir;igr;i|>li
2H0.nnd not under paragraph C99,unleHH
more specifically provided elsewhere in the
tariff act.

Clover is n S|>ecies of grnss, and is so
considcre<l commercially as well n* in
common parlance. It is defined by Wor-
cester to be "n valuable kind of grass of
several varieties." It is so characterized
in McCuIlough's Ilictionnry ol Commerce
(p. 302, Ivd. 1H82»: "A very imfjortant
sfiecies of grass."

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WE SELL SEEDS

Specially Selected for Florists.

S 75 per pound J
I oo
I oo

50 per ounce J

11

Sweet Pea Blanche Ferry,

" Pure White,

" In Colors,
Mignonette Machet,
Balsam, White Perfection, - - i oo

And other Flower and Vegetable Seeds, in bulk or package.

H^C.VT.VLOCil'E ON .\ri>LIC.\TION.

SEED MERCHANTS AND GROWERS,
114 Chambers Street. JVB"W '^^'OieiS.

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ni nVlUIAC Beautiful Erect Flowers. Fine Fresh Bulbs, $1.00 to
ULUAiniAo |6.00perlOO.

TIIDrDnilcl BEST ENGLISH VARIETIES. Blooming size Bulbs,
lUtitnUUo I $3.00 per 100. Larger Bulbs, $4.00 to $6.00 per 100, in
Drpnilllo ( colors named, White, Pink, Red and Yellow, $4.00
btbUNIAO J to $6.00 per 100.

SPOTTED CALLAS Fine Bulbs, $4.00 to $6.00 per 100.

LITTLE GEMS ah sizes, $6.00 to $15.00 per 100.
GLADIOLUS BRENCHLEYENSIS $5.ooperioo.

FRENCH CANNA Madame de hors, $1.00 per 100.

Write to ug for any Bull>B wanted. WE CAN S.\VE YOU MONEY.

A. Blanc & Co.

314-316 N. Nth Street, - - - PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Notice.

Our brother Hermann Rolker retires ftom the finn of August Rolker & Son ^
this day, which will be continued by the undersigned as heretofore, at 136

and 138 West 34th Street.

(August Rolker,
New York. March 15, 1894.-^ Wlnfried Rolker, >
(Joseph E. Rolker. J

) Composing the firm of

August Rolker & Sons.

We succeed to the dissolved firm of Robsrt B. Yonng' ft Co., auctioneers of Plants and Bulbs, and
shall conduct this as a separate branch of our business at the old stand 205 Greenwich Street, where
please address all auction matter. Sales twice a week, Tuesdays and Fridays, at 10 a. m. sharp; first
sale March l(Jth. August Rolker, auctioneer for

August Rolker & Sons, New York.

#i^

KANCV.

DAOdKK.

EVERGREEN

CUT FERNS

ESPECIALLY FOR FLORISTS' USE

$1.25 per Thousand Ferns.

IN LOTS OK n.OOO ANIMri>\VAItl>S, WI.OO I'KIt lOOO. J< trtiH ruriilslK-d the
your round. SiMH-Inl utUMitlon kIvoh lo HUpplyhiKtho WhoU-Hiik'Trmiu. Write for prlct-f*.
llOryrKT <;KI-;I';N For llollilny Traclo. H; (JO prr (mm-l (thirty poiifHlB); or H;.(«l

pi>r hiiiiilr<><l iMtundn, SptHjIul rtMluetlon In uxpn-nH riitcH.
MI'll A*iN r M >IOSS II N[>e4;tiilt}'. i/iiiK. <;l<*uii Ht>r<', dry or Kfti'ii, II per liiirrel, or hIx

hliln. for f>'i. \Vrlt<i for U^riiiN qn liirKi' loltt. 'reriim riiHli.nr K<iudM wtit tie rttMil ('.(>. l>.
<:IIKIHTMAS TICKKS. Amojiciin Wliltt- Hprucf. inueh Imtt4'r nlmpe and color timii

iliu lllue HpnifM.'. nliwj Hntnuni Kir from ;t t^) .u) fi'et \\\\l\\. Spe<:lHl atu<nllun to KUp-

ptylnif Mirlond lotn. \Vrlt45 for prlc«* IIhI nnd tertiiH.

L. B. BR AGUE, Hinsdale, Mass.

Cily Stand During the Holidays: 47th St and Lctinglon Ane . NEW tOHK.

^Mvi:»t 1:k^ ^olcl. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

X*.-I<.>a« C€> ■■alt tl.o cl.akeM.

BFHAONUM MOSS in quantity, 50 conta per bbl.
II. m. II.<VH'ri<''4>IVI>, 8 Chapman Place, ISOfi'X'OIV.

When writing; to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

Always mention the Amercan FlO-
<IST when writing to advertisers.

i8gs.

The American Florist.

777

HOLLAND

FORGING^BULBS

Our Specialties for this
Season will be

HYACINTHS, *" VlS.s.

Small, pure white Hyacinths, to suc-
ceed the Romans.

Scarlet van Thol Tulips, La Reine,
Chrysolora and other market vars.

Double Van Sion Daffodils in any
quantity.

Narcissus Bicolor Horsfieldii, Sir Wat-
kin, Poeticus ornatus, Albus plenus
odoratus.

Spir^a compacta multiflora and Spiraea
astilboides, two new sorts now much
in demand in Europe.

Lilies and other bulbs and bulbous
roots for forcing, etc.

Send li8t of what you need to

SEGERS & CO.

BULB GROWERS,

LISSE, near Haarlem, Holland, Europe.

Registered cable address SEGERSCO, LIsse. Holland.

ESTABLISHED 1874.

One customer wrlteH: ''The bulbs received of you
last fall were very satisfactory." And another wrote
last October: "The bulbs you forwarded us have
opened up very satisfactory indeed, being fine, large
bulbs, and in good condition."

HuiseDosGH Droihers,

OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

Per lUO Per 1000

WlrlUM SPECIOSUM ALBUM S 6.00
ROSEUM . 5.00
RUBRUM . 5.00

SINGLE BEGONIAS, fine bulbs,
new crop, finest strain, in 4 sepa-
rate colors. ... ... 4.00 35.00

CONVALARIA MAJALIS, German
pips. 1.00 8.00

TUBEROSES, Pearl and Tall. Al
(big) bulbs. ... . .90 7.50

LOW BUDDED ROSES, in sorts,

Dutch Stock 9.00

English Stock. . . 11.00

All other plants or shrubs can be ordered for

March, '94 delivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORE CITY.

GEO. W. WEST,

GROWER AND EXPORTER OF

BERMUDA BULBS,

Lilium Harrisii,

Lilium Longiflorutn,

Freesia Refr. Alba, Calla Lily,

Amaryllis Johnsonii, French Cannas, (,*"'

Amaryllis Regina, White Rom. Hyacinths

CYCAS FAI.M LEAVES

A Specialty.

SHELLY BAY, - - BERMUDA.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN S, SONS,

Houtvaart-Overveen near Haarlem. Holland.
Growers of Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. Catalogue free on application.
Special prices given for large quantities.
B(st;a.l3llslr&e<ai 1S84.

BULBS AND TUBERS.

Per doz.
.20
1.00
1.00

Apios Tuberosa

Amaryllis, Formisissima ....

'* Belladonna . .

Begonias, Tuberous Rooted, Single,

in five colors ... .85

Begonias, Tuberous Rooted, Double,

in five colors 2.00

Caladium Esculentum, medium size . . .70
** '* second size . 1,00

*' " large size . . 1.40

" " extra large . . 2.50

Gloxinia, finest mixed 1.00

Crinum Kirki 3.00

Canna, Madame Crozy ... 1.25

Madeira Vine .30

Tigridia, Conchiflora 40

" Grandiflora . . .40

*' Grandifiora alba . . .40

White Spider Lily . . .50

Ipomcea Pandurata ... .50
Richardia Alba Maculata 75

Per 100
$1.50
7.00
8.00

6.00

15.00
5.00
7.50

10.00

8.00

10.00
2.00
2.75
2.75
2.75
4.00
4.00
6.00

Per doz. Per 100

Lilium Auratum. 7 to 9 inches $.75 5.00

9 to 11 inches 1.00 7.00

" Speciosum Rubrum, 7 to9inches 1.00 7.00

9 to 11 in. . 1.15 8.50

Album, 7 to 9 inches.. 1.20 9.00

" 9 to 11 inches 1.45 11,00

Gladiolus,

mi-sed .

Gladiolus,

mixed .
Gladiolus,

shades
Gladiolus,

Tuberoses,
Hyacinths,

20 00
16.00

10.00

Per 100 Per 1000

White and Light shades

$2.25

Pink Shades mixed . 1.75

Red and Scarlet shades

1.25

Striped and Variegated

mixed 1.75 16.50

Yellow shades mixed 2.25 20.00

Superfine mixed 1.60 12.50

Fine mixed 1 25 10.00

, Excelsior Pearl .... l.OO 8.00

Candicans , 1..50 1^.50

Our Price List of choice Florists' Flower Seeds and Vegetable Seeds free on application.

John Gardiiver & Co.

21 NORTH 13th STREET,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

$2

NEW CROP ONION SEED

OO PER POUND-

■J>^_>^ Either RED WETHERSFIELD or

JED WETHERSFIELD
- YELLOW DANVERS.

.25 PER POUND for

American Grown Prizetaker,

In lots of FIVE POUNDS of one kind or assorted

as desired. With every J=.oo order goes Frhb a

copy of Greiner's Newest and Best Book

"ONIONS FOR PROFIT," telling all the Se

rets of Success in Old and Kew Onion CuLTtJHt

If You Garden for Profit

you can save money and should buy at Wholesale
Prices, as quoted in BURPEE'S BLUE LIST
,, r 1894. It is mailed Free to Market Gardeners every-
where who, while entitled to tAr lowest prices fossiHe'
shou d -Tlv'-iys be sure to get Only the Best Seeds That
Grow! BURPEE'S SEEDS ARE WARRANTED -
/ra. f4^«a/, «<,«<• &-«,-r— and are annually sold direct to many mife
-■> planters than are the seeds of any other growers

W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Seed Growers, Philadelphia, Pa.

V.^^J.^rV'T^ ""' '^^"^^y '"" BURPEE-S FARM ANNUAL for 1894, write for it TO-DAY A
handsome book of 172 pages, it is pronounced by paper* everywhere Tl,, Z..,,,//-? j.., . ; c j^., "
1. tells all about the Choicest Vegetables and a/osI Lautiful'Flowers for 1 "i Kmb bTnlTEN '^''""'"^'-

^«v DREER'S
Garden Seeds,

Plants, Bulbs & Requisites.

They are the best at the
lowest prices. Trade List is-
sued quarterly, mailed free
to the trade only.

HENRY A. DREEB,
Fhlladelplila, Pa.

BULBS

Send Listol What You Need.

WE CAN
SAVE YOU

MONEY.
A. BLANC & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.

MAGNOLIA GRAiVDIFLOKAr

I'er 100

5 to flinches IiiKh at $ 6 UO

8 to UHnohet) hiph at goo

15 to 18 ■• " 18 00

20 to 24 " ■■ 22 00

3 to 4 feet, Btronp and well branched, f I each.

All these sizes are now In crocks except those last
mentioned. Cash with order.

JOE BROWNE. Box 74.

The Lischy Greenhouses, NASHVILLE. TENN.

CLARK BROTHERS,

Manufacturers and [^Inters of

PAPER SEED BAGS

of every description, except Lithographic Bags.

61 ANN STBEET, NEW YOBK.

778

The American Florist,

Mar. 22,

[seed trade. — CONTINUED.]

The word grass, it is true, formerly
meant any green herbaceous plant of
small size; but in modem and especially
botanical nomenclature the term is more
narrowly confined to plants belonging to
the order of Graminets (or Graminacece).

The testimony in this case shows that
clover seeds are known commercially as
grass seed, and are dealt with in trade
nnder this designation. The same fact
has been made to appear by satisfactory
evidence in other cases before this board
where similar questions were under inves-
tigation.

We find as facts from the evidence —

(1) That the article covered by the
protest is the seed of the crimson clover,
known as scarlet clover (botanical name,
1 ri/oliutn incamaliim), which belongs
to the red clover family.

(2) It is commercially known as a
grass seed, and sown chiefly, if not alone,
for the forage of hay crop produced
from it.

The protest claiming the article to be
free of duty as a grass seed under para-
graph 699 is sustained, and the collector's
decision is reversed, with instructions to
reliquidate the entry accordingly.

GRASS SEED — ITALIAN AND ENGLISH RYE
GRASS.

Before the U. S. General Appraisers at New
York. January 29,1894.

In the matter of the protests. 56550 a-
13633 and 56999 a-14998, of Peter Hen-
derson & Co.. against the decision of the
collector of customs at New York as to
the rate and amount of duties chargeable
on certain seeds, imported per Bourgogne,
July 31, 1893. Circassia, August 9, 1893,
and Champagne, August 9, 1893.

opinion by Somerville, General Appraiser.

The board, having taken at the hearing
of these protests the testimony of many
dealers in seeds of all kind, make the fol-
lowing findings of fact, based on the rec-
ord and other evidence:

(1) The merchandise covered by the
first-named protest (No. 56550 a) is in-
voiced as "10 bales of grass seed," and
was returned by the local appraiser as
"grass seed or agricultural seed."

(2) It is in fact Italian rye-grass seed,
and is so known in trade, the botanical
name being Lolium Italicttm.

(3) The use of this species of grass is
for hay and pasture only.

(4) The merchandise covered by the
second protest (No. 56999 a) is invoiced
as •■30balrBextra Ayrcshirc perennial rye
grasi," and was returned by the localap-
praiscr as "erass s«ed for aKricultural
purpobcs." This article is commonly and
commercially known as English ryegrass
■erd (botanical name, /-o/tutn prmiiie).

(5) The rye grass raised from the seed
is used chiefly for hay and pasturage, but,
being jjcrennial, also to a limited extent
for lawns and meadows, l)cing mixed for
this purpose with other lawn grasses.

(G) Moth of the foregoing articles arc
agricultural seeds, licing commonly used
in fields and on farms for the uses above
stated.

(7) Bach of them is known as graH
seed, both in common parlance and
among importers and tjthcr dealers in the
seed trade.

The collector assessed both the Knglish
rye griiHs and the Italian rye-grass seed
under iKiraKrnph 2K6 of the new tariff
act, which reads as follows:

Garden seeds, agricultural scrd», and
other seeds not specially provided for in
this act. twenty i>er cent ad valorem.

[COKTI.SI'ED ON P*r,E 78''.]

YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice Plants in 2 1=2 in. pots.

Per 100. Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00 Mermets, - $3 50

Testout, - 6 00 Perles, - - 3 50

La France, - 3 50 Woottons, - 3 50

D'ch of Albany, 3 50 Papa Gontiers, 3 50

Brides, - - 3 50 Meteors, - - 3 50

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated from selected wood.
We raised the above to grow for ourselves, and it will give better satis-
faction than stock which has been raised simply to sell.

CARNATIONS, I ^S^^^^^::::::::::::::::::::'^

ROOTED CUTTINGS. { Silver Spray " 10.00

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Avenue, OHlOA^GrO.

BRIDESMAID and VICTORIA

Will be ready early in April. Also a full line of
all the best forcing roses.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS and CARNATIONS.

»<I. A.. HUJXT, Terre Haute>, Ind.

GERANIUMS.

Our unrivaled collection, in finest stock
for shifting into i'/i or 4-inch pots.

NAMED, - - $25. OO per 1000.

UNNAMED, - - 20.00

Fuchsias, Carnations, Colcus,
Chrysanthemums,

In linest collection, same price as above.

GLADIOLI. . .

Li»;lit ciiUired llurlsts' nii,\ture, $15.00
per 1000.

CANNAS. . .

Pine lartre powering Sorts, ;it $5.00
per 100.
The best time to Order is NOW.

W. p. SIMMONS & GO..

. . GENEVA. OHIO.

READ THIS.

FKI.TIIOI HKN, III!' <'<>l.l':rs NI'KCIAI.IST,

IlllM til lf,»Ht

lUliKJ I'ANHIKH. In ihi' x'lKl |h.<i. nt KID |>ur lUUl.

iio>l nt»ill M.au lriinii|>lnMU«l In llllU. nt tl IXI |>i'r IIUI.
lliHiTKIi CI fl'INOS iif rol.KI'S. ycmr lu-lci'tlun,

tr. II) [NT lUli (Mir iii>li'4;tlon. r'l.UU |ht IUUI
Kri'llMAH. h-n.lliiv wirtii. nxiusl I'lltUnK. •IK' |Hir 100.
IIKI.IHTICill'K. < vnni'lli-n. II IXI |M)r an.
MAI.VIAM.irHWKKT HAliK. II III i.fr lOII.

(.'«*li niUNt In iillciii.CN iifHv.nipany tliconUir.

d. E. FELTHOU8EN.

370 V«n Vrinken A.o.. SCHENECTAOr. N. Y

When writiiii; to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

CARNATIONS.

STH<1N<; I'OT l'l,.\NT.>i. rirllll

HoDll. Ili'Vlicildp.. Ulrhlnunil. I'tv Ki.WI

DiirniT. Whlli' Wlnun. Mm. Ilitt 3,U0

I'orllii, llnrlli'lil, Wfiitu Ilnvi'. Lnmborn. Illnieii.

r.' .•■II PIT lOU; »'.1I,II0 pcT IUUI.

All'iiriv.lji I' iiiiiri.. \\ hlu- [ill Krancc, .Mrtcnr,

I'.tIk iitiil Mplii'lim. :i-Im(;Ii fi 00

Atiii-rlriiti lU-iinty. '2H|-lricti A-OO

ri:l,Alt(i«>MrM IYwI. Dunior. VlcUir 1100

vkkiii;na^. m runiii. to .■ciii.i-. f.ii PIT iiiKi. ■: :t\

JOSEPH HEINL. Jacksonville. III.
ROOTED CUTTINGS AND PLANTS.

My Miill I'l
oil, ^trs Pislicr, Lizzie

r 10!

CARNATIONS. Iroiii

McOi.w.in iiipl l-'uil. Cri-i«litc>li . . SI fiO

VERBENAS. MiiiiKil kiiKlH. ciitliiiKH 100

DOUBLE PETUNIAS, wliitc nn<l vnrirKotcd . . 1 00

MANETTIA BIOOLOR, Mcxiciin I'riinrosc. I IK)
IMPAIIENS SULTANI and BEGONIA VERNON,

■Z inch pel'. . . 1 IK)

BEGONIA REX, .i>.H<>rlcil . . . II 0(1

GERANIUMS, '■tuiirlanl kiiidH, nsmiited. ;i OU
<;. N. II.VTTIN, Houtli €li»rleHtuwn, O.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

779

The Attention of Florists

^'

i! AND OTHERS IS INVITED TO

■^ OUR IMMENSE STOCK OF

Field Grown HyDrid PerDeioai Roses.

The list embraces the fo'lowing standard varieties:

Alfred Colomb. Earl of DufTerin. Gloire de Margottin.

Anne de Diesbach. Francois Levet. Jean Liabaud.

Baron de Bonstetten. Gen. Jacqueminot. John Hopper.

Also the following climbing Roses:

Baltimore Belle. Queen of Prairies.

And the new Hybrid Rugosa Rose

rv^A.rDJ=Lis^E: <se:cz5F=?<^e:^ i3FRT_ri=LrNj-r.

The plants are one year old budded low on the Manetti and two years on own roots, all of our own growing (which are
superior to the imported), and embrace the best kinds.

Our supply of general nursery stock is also very large and complete. Particular attention is directed to the following:

Lady Helen Stewart.
Magna Charta.
Marshall P. Wilder.

Mrs. Hovey.

Paul Neyron.

Prince Camille.
Etc. etc.

Triumphant.

Baldwin Apples.

Bdrtlett Pears, standard.

Angouleme Pears, dwarf.
Windsor Cherry.

Golden Queen Raspberry.
Gregg Raspberry.

Lombard Plum.
Cuthbert Raspberry.

GRAPE VINES, CHOICE PLANTS.
Concord. Lady. Moore's Diamond. Niagara.

Hartford. Lindley. Moore's Early. Salem.

WHITE GRAPE CURRANTS.
Ornamental Trees and Shrubs both, deciduous and Evergreen. The largest collections in America. Newest
varieties. Finest stock. Prices remarkably low. Correspondence solicited. Order early. Catalogue free.

ELLWANGER & BARRY, Mt, Uope Nurseries, ROCHESTER, NEW YORK,

ROSES.

200,000-2 1-2 inch pots.
50,000-3 1-2 and 4 1-2 inch pots.

In 1 50 leading varieties.

SEND FOR CATALOGUE AND PRICES.

Gut Smilax for Easter. . . .

TEE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

5,000 Jack Rose Plants,

ON THEIR OWN ROOTS.

Well branched, 2% to 3 feet high, JSIO per
100. Sample of 8 for |1.00.

JORDAN FLORAL CO.

706 Olive Street, ST. LOltl*, MO.

ROSE PLANTS.

FROM COLD FRAME.

STARTED INTO NICE GROWTB.

Perles, 3-inch . . . $6.00 per 100; 25^-inch, $1.00.
Meteor, 2%-\ncil .... |4.00 per 100.

Mermets, 3-inch ... $.5.00 per 100.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

Strong plants. In liVa-lnch puts,

BRIDESMAID ..5 cts.

LA KUANCK 3>i cts.

DUCHESS OP ALBANY. 3^ cts.
PERLK DES JARDINS 3!4 cts.

MBllMKTS 3Kct8.

BRIDE 3^ct8.

METEOR SHctB.

Will exohantfe Bridesmaids for Beauties.

JOY Si SON, NashvUle, Tenii

Remember we can

ship to near-by

southern points by

freight.

BRIDESMAID ROSES.

Tlie best pink, that always sell on their own merits.

COLOR PERFECT.
AS FREE

KEEPING QUALITY UNEXCELLED.
BLOOMER AS THE OLD MERMET.

We oft'er of our clean and tiealthy stock in 2 1-2 inch pots, the hundred
for ^6.00; the thousand for $5 5.00. Larger quantities propagated to order at
special rates.

Theo. Eckardt & Co.,

^ RIDER, BALTO. CO, MD.

IMPORTED ROSES. BEST OUALITY. LOWEST PRICES.

special prices quoted to buyers of original cases of Roses. Rhododendron?, Azaleas, Clematis,
etc.. grown by the Boskoop Holland Nursery Association. "Prize-winners at World's Fair."
Fresh importations received now by every steamer. Address

O. H. JOOS^EMV, Agent,

3 COENTIES SLIP, NEW YORK.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Brides,
Bridesmaids,
Meteors,
Hostes,
Mermets,

Cusins,
Niphetos,
Perles,
Beauties,
Testouts, La France.

t^-AddreB9 for quotations

•X*. 'W. S'X'ESI^I^Il.ESXI.,

Villa Lorraine BoserieB, MADISON, N. J.

500,000 Strawberry Plants.

OF 20 GOOD VARIETIES.

No. 1 plants very low. .5.000 CONCORD. 2 years, at
Slll.llO per 1000. 5,000 No. 2 DOUBLtB PBABI> TUBE-
HOSE. Kood flowering bulbs, at Sf.OO per 1000: 2.000 for
J.S.UO. Wltb or wltbout sets. Send for price list to

CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.

ANY FLORIST OR DEALER

In \'e«:«'tal>le Seeds. Flower Seeds and

ISulbfl. who has nnt received a copy of our Spe-
cial Ci'T TuADE List can obtain 010 on :ippll-
catlon. Crops of luniiy of tlie It-adln^ Flower iind
Vegetable Sccfle. :ire very short this year, uwlni; to
wlilch prices have muterlaily advanced, while
ours will be found quoted as reasonably as In plen-
tiful seasons.

PITCHER & MANDA,
United States Nurseries. SHORT HILLS. N. J.

to color.

VERBENAS-MAMMOTH,

Very clean and strong, loolc like seedlings,
bright colors, transplanted cuttings Sl.OO
per 100; strong rooted cuttings $6.00 per
1000; ready any time. All come again
that have bought once. Cash or C. CD.
W. B. WOODRUFF. Florist. Westfie J.

780

The American Florist.

Mar.

22.

[seed trade.— contenued.]

The importers claim that they should
each be exempt from duty under para-
graph 699, which places on the free list a
great variety of seeds, including "all
flower and grass seeds" not specially pro-
vided for in said tarifi"act.

The question raised by the protests is,
which is the more specific and minute de-
scriptive term, agricultural seed or grass
seed.

The history of legislation on this general
subject and the rulings of the Treasury
Department under laws prior to the pres-
ent tarifiFact (1890) are reviewed by Jus-
tice BHtchford in Ferry v. Livingston,
(115 U. S , 115 ) That decision seems to
recognize the principle that the phrases
"garden seeds" and "a^cultural seeds"
are descriptive merely, indicating rather
the uses made of such seeds than the com-
mercial designation of the articles, and
the view is expressed by the court that
the general and not the exceptional use
mast determine the classification. This
view was followed in Clay v. Magone.
(40 Fed. Rep., 230.)

The evidence in this case fully sustains
the fact that the words "agricultural
seeds" in the trade are understood gener-
ally to mean such seeds as are sown in
fields, as distinguished from those sown
in gardens and used for ornamental pur-
poses in lawns.

The evidence further shows that those
grass seeds which arechiefly used forsow-
ing or are grown in fields are generally
regarded by the trade as a species or sub-
division of the more generic term "agri-
cultural seeds." The commercial seed cat-
alogues introduced in evidence on the
hearing corroborate the same fact.

Both varieties are catalogued underthe
head of "grasses," which are distinguished
from "farm seeds" usually sown in fields,
such as turnips, corn, buckwheat, oats;
rye. wheat, barley, and the like.

We extract the following definitions
from the testimony of Mr. Burnet Lan-
dreth of the firm of D. Landreth &
Sons, said to he the largest seed
producers in the United States, which was
given at a hearing before the Committee
of Ways and Means (Fiftv-first Congress,
Janunry, 1889, p. 876, Revision of the
Tariff"):

Garden seeds arc seeds of plants produc-
ing edible tissue without process of ma-
chine manufacture.

Agricultural seeds are seeds of plants
cither not edible, as grass seeds, or such
as require manufacture, as wheat.

This latter definition supports the tes-
timony of the witneoBcs given before this
board in the present hearing, that "grass
•eeds" arc rrgaidedas a species of the
genus "agricultur.'il seeds."

Wc hold, accordingly, that the phrase
"all • • • i^rnsB seeds" in said para-
graph 699 of the free list, is more specific
than the words "agricultural seeds" in
paragraph 2H6, and that the formi-r
phrase includes Italian rye grass and
English rye grass of the varieties above
dc»cril)cd.

The contrary view announced In re
Central Vermont K. K. Co. (O. A. 2161 )
is modified accordingly.

The iirolciitsnrebiit hsuntdincd (the one
in 56999 a In-ing confined t') the nrticlcof
rye grass per steamer Circnssin). The
collector's decision is reversed as to the
above articles, and nflfirmed as to nil oth-
ers on the invoices, if any, covered by said
protest.

New GUmsanineiiiuiiis lor 1894.

SIXTEEN OF THE VERY BEST OF THE YEAR.

A. H. Fewkes, Achilles, Challenge, Eugene Dailledouze, Minerva. Yellow Queen, lora,
Laredo, Lady Playfair, Maj. Bonnaffon, Marie Louise, Mutual Friend, Mrs. J. Geo. lis,
Mrs. E. G. Hill, Prairie Rose and Pitcher & Manda. One plant each |7 00.

GOLDEN HAIR. — The most remarkable of all the Ostrich Plume section, color
yellow shaded amber, petals broad and of great substance. %\ 25 each; JSIOOO per doz.

We have a large stock of healthy, well established plants of those varieties most
suitable for Florists' use, such as:

WHITE.

Ivory.

Mile. Therese Rey.

Mrs. Robt. Craig.

Miss Jerome Jones.

Niveus.

The Queen.

YELLOW.

W. H. Lincoln.
Emma Hitzeroth.
H. Cannell.
Golden Wedding.
Harry E. Widener.
Col. W. B. Smith.

riNK.

Eda Prass.
Ermenilda.
Viviand Morel.
Harry Balsley.
John H. Taylor.
Pres. W. R. Smith.

The foregoing and fifty other choice varieties at reasonable prices.

Nathan Smith & Son,

167 West Maumee Street,

♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦

I ^^ CHRYSANTHEMUMS -=mi \

T Ifvoii have not sufficient experience in selecting varieties, and even if you T

4 have. 7 A-Hoivji'oii are at all times "Wide Awake" for A GB INO BA.RGAIN. ^

♦ Therefore, allow me to choose for YOU at $4.00 cash with order, 100 Chrvsnn- ♦
T thetnums ( true to name), to include 40 Novelties 0/ last season, and at least X
^ 10 of this Tears Even if your collection he large and complete, I guarantee $

♦ there will he in the above sufficient to reimburse you two or three times their
J cost, leaving besides a line collection. Write for prices on anything you want
X in quantitv and save monev.
4 ' T. H. SPAULDING. Orange. N J

THESE GRAND NOVELTIES.

Beau Idunl,

DON'T PASS

Eugone DuUlcdouzt:. Clialltniro
«rew. ilattle Biilley Orlunti. IriKOiiuir. i'tOc. ertch.

ugoi
. fla
i.f l-i

\arirllfH. *n.()0.

nterOceiin. WanU'Sw. Hie. enrii. lorn. J. A. Pettl-
llrs, K. (i. lUII iuhI l,iirc<lii, 3(>r. cacll. or th<>

♦

►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦

body is bcliind-hand in the rush. The
stock of several poi)ular varieties of flower
seeds is already exh.nustcd. Messrs. li B.
and A. N. Clark of Milford, Conn , and J.
Green of Waterloo, Nebraska, have been
visiting Kcw York the past week.

Nkw York :— Spring ordcm arc piling
up in a monlgralifying manner and cvcry-

A FINE STOCK OF

QUEEN

A.IWI3

NIVEUS,

$10.00 PER 100.

J. A. PETERSON,

41 West 4th Street,

CINCINNATI, 0.

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

■KCIAI.TIKS: Ini'liKllnv 'I'lin (.liii«>ii. Mv
Wi"lcllriK.
iiliiMlK for (I KJ

'lin OlIIMtll
. .IiiiIku 11

>ltl. lllKl

.Mm K 1. Anii-n. iloliliMi Wi"lcllriK.
(tiNHl <;rncloiiii. Twi^lvi' iiliiiitN fur I

.N'lVI'.l.TIKs . liii'liMlliiK Till' World. Wlillo
KnKlt*. Mnnnrrti of Ontrlcli I'liitiii-M. Hllv4ir Wdtuk.
kiMl rnMclia. KoiirUM'n iilnnUi for ft 111.

liKNKHAI. l.lN'l'; Irifhiillnu iiinnr nuw rnrliv
tl«« HIiUKTi iilnnUi forll lo

Now riyi'ljr for flillvcry, f^i-tid Tor cnliilouiin

M. B. LITTLE. QLENS FALLS, N. Y.

When writinK to any of the advertisers
on this page please menllon the AMf.KiCAr«
Florist.

MISS KATE BROWN "Gets there"

Ahead of all others. The best early
white "mum," Rooted cuttings by
the hundred <;2.00; tiiousand |l7.00
ROSLYN, (prize at World's Fair show),

$2 00 per 100.
Double Alyssum, 60 cts. per 100.

Ulher standard Chrysanthemums at reg-
ular rates.

(ASH wmi OKDKK. Spwiul ICvpress mtos.
JOHN CURWEN. Jr., Fuorist,

\ I 1.1 A \()V.\, D.'l. Co., I'A.

SAYONARA.

EARLY. NEW,

LIGHT YELLOW CHRYSANTHEMUM.

Iti'i'<'lv<'<l IMrHl-Clarts )'<-rl lllciiti' iil Mi'iU
froill MilHH. Mori. Soili'ty, In Oct., 'IKI.

Petals long, tubulnr niul twi.stcd. nmkitiif a very
Krnccfnl flower, riaiits ready now at (iOc. each;
two for $1.00. Cash with order.

SOUTH LANCASTER, MASS.

mmmmm.

aOOD PI.ANTS, EACH 10c.

II. Ilcauty, I,. 1*1 icr, Thislk-, Kiulo. I'm itaii,
Mrn. I. I). Sailor, Cniifichl, Mcnnaui. Jessicn,
r.oo<l Grnciotm Mr«. K. Thomt>Hoii. I,. Bird, Mda
PranH, Cold. W. W. CoIch, Diana, I.oiiiH lioL-liiiicr.
Ivory. V. H, Ilallock, CIorioHutn, Jolin Pirtli, Jean
Ihmiplirfv. Mrn. Wlicclcr, J L Childn, Snm
Sloan. l{(\. AniliKuipr, CiillitiKfordH, Mrs. Ilum-
phiry. Mrn. O. Kuhhc], I* CaniiiiiK

Same vnriptirn iititmnird each (1 criits

AddreH- LOWVILLE GREENHOUSE,

l,()\V\ ii.i.i;, N. Y.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

781

WE REPEAT

THAT THE NEW FANCY

CARNATION

"HELEN KELLER"

Is the most beautiful in form and prolific in bloom of any carnation that has been brought to our notice up to the present time.

We will read to you a letter under date March 10. It is from the well known W. Raymond, Esq., proprietor of the
Raymond riower and Seed Store, Boston, Mass., and also of the Raymond Xnrseries, Pasadena, California.

"The bo.x of Carnation blooms that you sent to me at Cambridge (Mass), were duly received, and I find them so satis-
factory, that I send herewith a check for {78.00, which with the |12 00 sent >ou recently will make $90 00, and youc^n change
my recent order making it 1000 instead of 100. I thought that our carnations in California were as large as could be trown,
but your 'HELEN KELLER ' beats them all." All ot which is is endorsed by those who have seen it Growing and Blooming.

Price for well rooted cuttings. $3.00 per doz. : $12.00 per 100; $25.00 for 250: $90.00 per 1G00. 500 at 1000 rate.

J. N. MAY, SUMMIT, N. d. OR EDWIN LONSDALE, chestnut hill, PHILA

CARNATIONS^*-

Rooted Cuttings Ready Now.

Silver Spray Wm. Scott E. Piersou

Lizzie McGowau Daybreak Portia

Blanche Edna Craig AVabHsU

Golden Gate Annie FLvley F. Mangold

.1. J. Harrison M Aibertini 1 i<ial Wave
T. Cartledge Kancy Hanks Or. Smart

These and cither standard sorts S^12 per 1000 and upwards
Varieties of 1894 Ready April 1st.
The Stuart (scarlet) was awarded the gold medal

at Indianapolis. Uncle John (white) received cer-

ti6cate of merit at same place. Helen Keller.

Goldfinch (yellow) and E- A. Wood.

SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST.

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

4 NEW GflRNftTIONS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per 100: $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 1S93 varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. Scott, (tne most profit-
able pink carnation grown); Mme. Diaz Aibertini.
Eiiz. Reynolds. Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Miijor BonnafTon, the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, UFayetie, Ind.

™= JACQUEIVIINOT

l8 endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
iVIO KK ."^AM f LKS— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular, i'er dozen, $2.00: per 100, »1U.OO; per 1000.
«80.(10. 260 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

KLI.IS, Norfolk Co., MASS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
lor price list.

JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

CARNATIONS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

For Immediate delivery: L. McGOWAN,
PORTIA, PURITAN, and WM. SCOTT.

]SrO ItTJST.
Address E. P. MARSHALL,

LONDON GUt)VK, PA.

A few thousand currant bushes, two year
old Cherries and Fay's Prolific. Give us
cash prices, j j, felthOUSEN,

370 Van Vranken Ave., Schenectady, N. Y.

Varieties good. Cuttings good. Lizzie McGowan, Silver Spray, Aurora, Grace Darling. Portia
and Fred Dorner, at 8L25 per 100 SIO per 1000. Daybreak, at $2.50 per 100; 8*20.00 per 1000. Edna
Craig, $3.00 per 100.

Annie Pixley and Helen Keller.

Pixley is a model pink; Keller is a model fancy.
Both are money in your pocket varieties for cut
flowers. Price $12 per 100; $90 per 1000.

Verbena Lancaster Beauty.

Decidedly the prettiest Verbena that grows.novel
as well as beautiful and sells at sight. Price $2
per 100. Seedlings from the best mamnioth strain
SOc. per 100; $7.50 per 1000.

Coleus, choice sorts at $7 per 1000, q"antity unlimited.

Alterna^thera, Red. Yellow and Pink, transplanted plants at 88 and $10 per 1000.

Scabiosa, Snow Crest the finest white in the world. 9Uc. per 100; $7.50 per 1000.

Pansies, Seedling plants at $5 per 1000; Blooming plants $12 to $15 per 1000. The same good
strain I always have.

Geraniums. A choice assortment (very choice), with labels at $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1000; without
labels $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1000. (Rooted Cuttiags.)

No list published and terms are cash with the order or C. O. D.

LB. 496. ALBERT M. HERR, LANCASTER, PA.

SWEETBRIER

Received Ist Premium for "best seedllog of any color"

at Phlla., Nov. 7, '93. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought 36.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. R.

t'reeman'a, Washington, last winter.

"1 like Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale,
"Sweetbrler Is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttings. JIC.OO per 100; $80.00 per lOUO. De-
livery to begin February 1, '94.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED KCNNERS, $3.00 per 100; S25.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KKNNETT SQUARE, PA.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna Craig, Daybreak, Thos. cartledge,
Buttercup, McGowan, and many of the standard kinds.
Oraera filled fi:)rihe New varieties,

Stuart, I'lide .lolin, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, .Viinie I'ixley, Buuton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co., PA.

DflVBREflK, NflNGY ttflNKS
And GflRTLEDGE.

/vow READY.

FINE, CLEAN, HEALTHY SIOCK. SPECIAL PRICES
to large buyers of tliese splendid Carnations.

Address H. E. CHITTY, Paterson, N. J.
HEADQUARTERS^V

. . FOR . .

Bread and Butter Carnation Cuttings

•■}

PER 100

S1.00

Per lOOO
S9.00

PURITAN,
LIZZIE McGOWAN
P08TIA,
GRACE WILDER

All other Good Kinds. Write for Prices.

d. REUTER, WESTERLY, R.

M0NEY=GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First=
Class in every way.

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Craig
Aibertini
Daybreak
Cartledge
McGowan
Portia

Note, before you order elsewhere, that
we offer the above and twenty other eood
varieties of Carnations, well established
In soil, ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery In April— at the price of cut-
llnps from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

ALEX.

McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

50,000 Garnaiions.

ROOTED CUTTINGS READY.
NO "RUST."

SEHIJ I'OH/ LIST.

p. O. Box 2a6. KENNETT >QUAKE, PA.

so,ooo

Rooted Cuttings Carnations,

of standard tested sorts. All healthy.
Send list of your wants.

Address BENJ. CONNELL.

Carnation Grower, WEST (iROVE, VA.

Also a nice iot of smiili Ampeiopsls Veiichil for pot-
tlDK up. at i'X.itl per iOUO.

Mention Amencan Florist.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced,
Largest Stock in the United states.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
MEI.LEVILI.K, N. .J.

Carnation Cuttings.

Free from rust and disease. Send for

price list

782

The American Florist.

Mar. 22.

Montreal.

At the last meeting of the G. and F.
Club, which was well attended, it was
decided to hold another chrjsanthemum
exhibition this coming fall, and the execu-
tive were instructed to get out an ad-
vance sheet at once. The annual social
will take place on Thursday after Easter,
anrt the usual drive will be dispensed
with. The matter of affiliation with the
Montreal Horticultural Society does not
make much headway, and the idea seems
distasteful to several members of the
club. At the next meeting the advisabil-
ity of applying to the legislature for a
charter of incorporation will be consid-
ered. This subject has been mentioned
before but no action was taken by the
club. Several new members were nomi-
nated.

An able and exhaustive essay upon
lilies, was read bv Mr. Jules Betrix. The
essavist took great trouble to procure all
the information available concerning this
class of plants, but he more especially
pleaded the cause of L. auratum. In dis-
cussion the question of the cause of Har-
risii splitting was asked, and the prevail-
ing opinion was that it was owing to
some check or injury received by the bulb
early in the season. In regard to dwari-
ness of the plant Mr. McKenna had a
plant which carried several flowers and
was only 10 inches in height, while Mr.
Bray by some good management had
them only eight inches in height, which is
certainly dwarf enough at any rate. Mr.
McKenna also read an exhaustive paper
upon carpet bedding plants, their propa-
gation and culture. The president ex-
hibited in 3-inch standard pots three
cinerarias, which for uniformity of size,
color and quality and quantity of bloom,
were the admiration of all whosawthem.

The weather, which has been mild and
bright, has again changed and dull da\s
succeeding, cut flowers for Easter trade
will bcnone too plentiful; at any rate ap-
pearances point that way; crops of roses
and carnations will hardly be in on time.
Bulbous stock will be plentiful, also
spiraeas. Lilies arc likely to be in rather
short supply. Azaleasandrhododcndrons
will help to make a good showing.

Shamrocks were out in plenty for St.
Patrick's day. Everybody grows them
now a days up in this part of the world
although by report some cannot realize
much profit on them.

Bedding stuff is being more largely
grown than Ix-fore, although we some-
times hear that it scarcely pays for the
trouble except in certain loculitiis.

A recent visit to P. McKenna & Son
showed as fine a house of carnatir na ae
could \x wished for. They were throw-
ing up immense quantities of flowers, but
would scarcely l>c in for Eastir. .Mr. Mc-
Kenna has a fine pink sport from Prthi-
dcnt Cleveland bouvardin which he is
watching with great care. If he ■occccds
in fixing it we may soon hear more
oIkjuI it.

BuiincRii is generally rciK>rtcd good fur
the Reaifin of the year. One of the largcm
private establishments in the city is to l)c
removcfl a* the land is necdcfl wr build
ing pur|K)MS. The plant has Ixrcn pur
chased by A. Martin wh») will remove it
to his country nurseries at Hroddlandsnt
nn early date, re-erecting in tiuitdlile stylr
for growing floristn' slocU, IIaiiitant.

Please menlion the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

f.^

The best Yellow CARNATION. Ready April i5tli
Price, $2.oo per dozen; $10.00 per hundred.

Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, L. I., N. T.
Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings.

AI.L THE BEST VARIETIES IN CULTIVATION.

FINE STOCKS OF DAYBREAK, EDNA CRAIG AND CARTLEOGE.

prc3 3i>xise:.a.S£: i pro xivs'J? I

Catalogrues ready January Ist, *94. Correflpondence solicited.

Address M. BJ. CHIXTTT, l=»at©r«ion., IV. J.

The Best Carnation in the Market.

THE ADELAIDE KRESKEN

Which wns orlKliiittt'fi In isvi. nnd (lowered In the8nnie
year. l» coricedeil by nil I'l ho the pretth'st ("urnatlon
ever^ruwii- Stnuiij (irower. free fnnii nintjw'i ft. hl^h.
Btlir stem, liood calyx. an<i the tlower (i»l 11 beiiutlftil
n)Hy pink colorj uveruKluK three Inches iinil uver.

A VKKY I<'KI':K HI,(>0>IKI{. In atUIItton tu
rocciverlnj: the ItcHt Se«<lline' I'rizes at Clncinnutl.
().. rHibO'rtlHcMU;at SnrlnntleUl. Mn»M..anfl Mllwini-
kee. Witt.. Hunt Prize-*, IimMiimhiiuIIm. Iml.. It hut* re-
c-i'lv.-(l (^ertlHwitOK <if Mii-lt at tin* AnnTlean KlorlKtw'
S'M-h-tv. St. LouIh. Mm : :il^n th.- b.-f-t vitMc <if iiltikw at
St I.-.iiiM, Mo. an<i fertlllcale of Merit at Tdruiilo.
'I'tn- iiti'hTHlyiii'cl heK» leave tu HUbinll the folluwliii:
e\i.-cf-lliiyl\ I..U (irli-eM fiT Ku<it«*<l <'iitliiiKH. whlcii
will bi- readv .March Int. IKIH: Iff'^.OO per ilo/,.: «II0
per 100; #45 per AOO: l»KO per 1000.

Cafh imi«l ueciiinpftny uH nrdorH. Address all com-
munlcatloDH t'>

PETER HERB, Mt. Healthy. Hamilton Lo.. 0.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings, Now Readv.

I 'IT lim Ivr lUOO
UAYIIKKAK fi M JM 00

BUTTKRCUP I no :(.'> 00

PURITAN a 00 I'l 00

SII.VI'.K Sl'KAV .... I 50 10 00

I.IZZIK Mc<-.OWAN 1 fiO 10 00

r.KACH WII.DKK 1 60 10 00

I'OKTIA I fiO 12 00

ChhIi ultli
when III

iinliir. Kli*. |>«ir lOO i.xtrii
iliTi'il Nlil|ilir'| hy .null

Send for wliolcnale price Hat of Rooted Cuttlnga
mill I'lniitN.

JAMES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

Mfiill'iii Amerlrnn h l-trlm

ROOTED CUTTINGS

CarnationH, ChryHnnthemumH. CoJGUS,
VerbenaM, Etc. now ready.

H|,*?h In Ihi, v(,ry Iwiit. nnil iir1c«Hi Torjr liiw,
iraiit Aiijr fMiU'il rtilltiitfH It will jiny you Utoun
ulth im "iTHl r,,r i.M.i. IIkI

If roil

M|M,l|fl

EVENDEN BROS., Wllllamport, Pa.

Our stock is large and handsome, consisting ot

70 to 75 varieties, including the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, iu 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at $6.50 per 1000 by express; iu 20
varieties, at 81.00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of tlie most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at S2.00
per 100 by mail.

Golden VerschaHeltii and Mrs. I. D. Haight (yellow),
at 8H.00 a 1000. W> jvi// include at least 60 cut-
tings of the tint' kindi in every 1000 purchased.

CARNATIONS.

A large stock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cuttings. ^•''>.nO per 100; 810 00 per 1000.

I'rices of other kinds on application.
Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in

all cases.

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDALE, FA.

Carnation Cuttings

NOW READY.

Ilnytirciik nml I'uriliin, 11^ ptr 100, gl.'i per iOOO.
I.ixzlc Mcf'.ownii. J. J. IlarriMiil, NcIIit- I.cwIh,

<".riice WiMcr, Anu'iiciiii I'tn^. (".oliU-n (Inle,

Jl..'i<l per l(»);|l:!,'i« pir 1000.
MrH, I'ishrr. Hiuzc'h W)iilc. I'orlin. Hector. Tidal

Wnvr. (J 2ri jxr 100; JIO IHI per 1000.
AIno KiK,i(.<l c'nltiiiKH of MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS,

»<1 00 per 10(10. A fine lot of Violet cluiiipH full

of cuttiiui. "t 86 00 per 100. Ready to deliver

April iHt and aflrr.

y\l.l. ril{ST-«l.\SS ST<)<li.

C. B. HUMPHREY.

607 Chatham St., ROME, N. Y.

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783

Healthy Carnation Plants MaKe Money^ot^jhe^rower.

OUR CUSTOMERS ARE ALL COMMENDING
OUR STOCK AND ENDORSING OUR
SYSTEM OF GROWING — .

THIS PHOTOGRAPH WAS TAKEN IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER AND REPRESENTS OUR DAILY SHIPMENTS,

Sdd Wtin+ TtiDif Siif Carnations arc Certain to Pay when you buy your
>JCC TTHdl MHCy Uay. ^^^^^^^^ f,<om THE COTTAGE GAFDE^S.

TESTIMONIALS.

Seawanhaka Greenhouses, W. L. Swan, Proprietor^
Oyster Ray. L. I., January 25, 1S94.
Last fall, to complete my stock for bench planting, I purchased of you a lot
of carnations. It gives me pleasure to assure you that they were entirely satis-
factory, and the des/ carnation plants I tiave ever purchased. It is a great blessing
to Long Island florists to have near-by facilities for purchasing first-class stock,
such as your establishment is affording, and I hope you will be liberally patron-
ized as you so well deserve. Wishing you the fullest measure of prosperity,
1 remain, Respectfully yours, W. L. SWAN.

Wilkesbarre, Pa., January 24, 1894.
The carnations procured from you last fall were the healihie^i and cleanest
stock I ever saw. They have done excellently well. As 1 required these forstock,
health and vigor, of course, was the great desideratum. In these days of rust,
bacteria, and all the ills which affect the carnation, it is a great pleasure to know
where to procure stock free from these diseases. Yours very truly,

GEO. E. FANCOURT, Rose Grower.

Tarrytown-on-Huuson, January 25, 1894.
The carnations obtained from you last spring were obtained for sale and propa-
gation purposes only. The plants were very satisfactory, being strong, healthy,
well rooted cuttings, and we were very much pleased with them,

Very truly yours, F. R. PIERSON CO., Florists.

Buffalo, N. Y., January, 1894.
1 had from you last spring 500 Daybreak and 500 Wm. Scott carnations. I am
glad to be able to say that the plants of both turned out remarkably fine, free from
disease of all kinds. The bed of Wm. Scott has been loaded with buds and flowers
from September 15th, and is finer to-day than ever and a sight that is good to dis-
pel the blues. Respectfully yours, WM. SCOTT, Florist.

1623 Dorchester Avenue,

Dorchester, Mass. January 26, 1894.
The carnations that I bought of you last season were healthy, well rooted,
true to name, and full count. The most satisfactory lot I have ever received from
a commercial house. Wishing you all prosperity at your new place and awaiting
your list of novelties, 1 remain. Yours, etc., J. A. FOSTER, Florist.

Bellmore. L. L, January a6, 1804.
The carnations purchased of you proved to be healthy and vigorous. They
were very satisfactory. Your description of the merits of the new varieties was
not overdrawn, thereby establishing our confidence in your stock for the future.
Yours respectfully, R. P. JEFFREY Hi SON, Nurserymen and Florists.

Ska-Side Greenhouses,
Southampton, N. Y., January 25. 1894.
Please send your price list of rooted cuttings as soon as issued. Those we
received from you last season were first-class in every respect and have done well.
We wish particularly to say a good word for Wm. Scott and Mad. Diaz Albertini.
Both are very fine. Yours truly, HALSEY & EDWARDS.

Send for our Illustrated and Descriptive Catalogue, which gives in full our methods
of growing and tells how wc fight the rust.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS.

QUEENS, N. Y.

784

The American Florist.

Mar. 22,

Montreal.

On the 26th of January, with the ther-
mometer standing at zero, the writer with
a couple of friends, seated behind one of
Montreal's famous roadsters started for
Dorval,thc homeof the"Montreal Forest
and Stream Club," to make alongpromis-
ed call on that prince of chrysanthemum
growers, Mr. Thomas McHugb, the head
gardener of the place. After a drive of
nearly two hours we arrived there. Oh!
what a lovely spot! It is situated on a
little promontory extending out into the
beautiful lake St! Louis and even with the
ground hidden under two feet of snow it
is worth going to see, with its abundance
of specimen spruces, pines, etc., and arbor
vitae hedges. But it was not these we
came to see. We came to see "Genial
Tom" and his pets under glass. We ex-
pected to see something good, but on en-
tering the conservatory we were truly
surprised at the magnificent display of
bloom which burst on our view. We
might have expected it in March but such
a display of bloom in January is seldom
seen anywhere, and every plant a speci-
men. There were cyclamens in 6inch
pans (3 in. deep) with 100 buds and
blooms; begonias 3 feet high with no-
thing but flowers from pot up; azaleas, in
great variety and form perftct; pink ger-
aniums fit for a September exhibition;
Crozy Cannas in August splendoi; a few
cinerarias of immense proportions and
great beauty of bloom; his calceolarias
were not out but were promising to be
grand; he showtd us a variegated leaved
Nicotiana affinis in good bloom. There
were several specimens of cypripedium in
grand bloom, one C. insigne bearing two
flowers on each stem. A pieceol wall was
covered with Manettia bicolor, which
was amass of bloom; aspccimenof Strcp-
tosolen Jamcsnnii 8 f. et high was just
coming into bloom; this was planted in
its position from a thumb pot 8 months
ago; a heliotrope about the same sizewas
planted near it at the same time, also
frt m a thumb pot; a few specimens of
(ienista canariensis were noticed in good
bloom. There are no palms on the place,
but their absence is not noticed, the house
isso well filled with bloom. His display of
foliage plants is confined to some beauti-
ful crotons, draccnriS, Araucaria cxcclsa,
and adiantums. Altogether we come to
the conclusion that Mr. McHugh's knowl-
edge of plant growing is not confined to
growing cup-winning chrysanthemums.
After partaking of Tom's big-hcartcd hos-
pitality we again tucked ourselves under
the buffalo rob s and turned our faces east-
ward and on in\r wav home we called on
Charley Smith, J. P. Dawes' gardener, at
Lachinr. We found his place looking well.
His display of b'o<)m wag really mcritor-
iouH, considering that he is under the dis-
advantage of having poor light, the
buildings t>cing old, but Charley seems to
share the knack of growing cyclamens, as
he has some very fine R|M:cimens. His
Harrisii lilies were also fine. A few very
fine specimens of palms and tree ferns
were noted, iiUo some very good crotons.
Mr. Smith has aliio entered the ranks of
chryfanlhcrnum growers, he tnl-ing his
shiirc ol the prize money last November.
The shades of evening were fast falling
when we again resumed our journey
homcwaril, which we reached about 7
o'clock after n very pleasant ouling.

(tl'.AVI'.K.

You will benefit the American Flo-
rist by mentioning it ;;very time you
write an adveiliser in ih«s« columns

Sunset Seed ei Plant Co.

(Shf.rwood H.m.l Nursery Co.)
No. 4:27-9 Sansome Street

San Francisco, Cal.

Headijuarters for

California
Sweet Peas

And other Flower Seeds

Pacific Coast
Tree Seeds

And Native Bulbs

Japanese
Lily Bulbs

And other Oriental Specialties

Onion Seed,
Peas, Beans, e^^

Write for special contract prices

Saj^o Palms.

A few hundred line plants, 1 to 2

leave>-, 6 to 12 inches lonj;;; jjood

bulbs, $G.(X) per dnzen.

l.ARfiHP PLAN IS, in good condi-
tion, 1, 2, 1, 4 and ^5.00 each.

John G. HcinI,

25 North 8th St., TERRE HAUTE, IND.

.Mi'iitlnri Anx'rlciiri Klorliit

I HAVK A FINl; STOCK Of
fears. Apples. Cherries, Quinces,
Pcadu's, 10,000 Shade Trees Irom
H to IS feet, 1500 Purple Beech,
looo White FriuKe, ^ to 7 feet, to,oon l;ver-
Krcens, all sizes and kinds, lO.ooo Ca ilornia
I'rivet, 2 to 3 feet, iOOO llydrani^eas, 2 to ■(
feet, 5000 Shrubs, choice kinds, 10,000 of
Clematis, VirKinia Creepers, llimeysuckles,
Kliododeiulrons, Azaleas, Asparagus and
Strawberry I'lants, etc; 10,000 Hardy Roses
extra strong.

Stcnmbonts to New York City; two RaitrondH
Hirer I'.zprcM Companlex.

I'rop. of Nnrwlch NurHcrti,'*!.
KNtiibllfilifMl 1K70. NOiCWICII. <:ONN.

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785

NEW ROSE

Mrs. W. 6. Wnilneu.

Cross between American Beauty and
Souvenir d'un Ami, combining all the best
qualities of both parents without their de-
fects.

The demand for this splendid variety
has exceeded my expectations and I can only
accept orders now to be filled from May ist
and onward. 1 have a good lot coming on
for that date and hope to be able to fill all
orders then.

All other stock of Roses in fine plants
ready now.

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM

Yellow Qu66n.

By far the very best early yellow yet
introduced. Flower clear bright yellow
with fine stiff stem and handsome foliage;
in shape very similar to "Minnie Wana-
maker."

Also Achilles, Malmaison, Mayflower,
Minerva and Titian.

Five grand varieties either for exhibition
or cut flowers.

All the leading New Carnations in fine
healthy stock now ready.

For full particulars, prices, etc., see my
price list, mailed free.

JOHN N. MAY, - Summit, New Jersey.

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100

Alteraantheras, Versicolor. Rosea nana, Aurea

nana. Tricolor and P. Major $ .50

Coieus of sortH. ml.Yed 50

" best new and oid, named 1.00

Fuchsias 1.00

Mexican Primroses. 3 iilnds 1.00

Altemantiieras, full of cuttings 3.00

Bejronlas. assorted . Lantnnas. assorted 4.00

Fuclislas. ass t; Heliotrope, ass't tS.OOand 4 00

Abutllous, assorteO 4.00

Echiverla Blauca S2.00aDd3.00

Extensa gioboaa.t; to 12 in. across 25 & 5Uc. ea.

AclijTanthus. assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted ^.00 and 3.0O

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

Scliizopetaius 6.00

Anthericum plcturatum per dozen, 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted. 2J^-in. pots 4.00
SliverLeaf Geraniums. 3 varieties (no alme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalis. Ortglesi and Bowll 4.00

Dahlias, named, our selection 5.00

French Cannas. named, our selection, dry roots.. 5.00

French Cannas. unnamed 3.00

potted 10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladlum. One mixed H.OO

named ... 8.00

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS,
Box Oil. KANSAS CITY, MO.

Paeonies Dbl. Rose, scented JS7.50 per 100.

Gladiolus, Dark mixed 1st size, $8 00; 2d
size, |6.00; 3d size, $4.00 per 1000.

Tuberoses, 1st size, JS.OO; 2d size, $4.00.

Sets, fl.OO per lOOO

Double Dahlias, 6 var , whole roots,
JS 00 per 100.

Cannas, 7 var , $4.00 per 100.

TII.I. THE 10th OF AFBI£

Single Tiger Lilies, $2.00 per 100.

Iris, dwart, large white, and 2 kinds of pur-
ple, 50c per 100.

Viuoa, blue, 50c per 100.

MRS. N. L. CASTLE,

BURLINGTON, KAN.

This will not iippear a^aiii.

THE GREAT

For partlcalars, see next week.

R. W. CARMAN, Gen-l Act.,
m Amity Street, FLUSHUIQ, (jpeeos Co., N. T.

ANTIPEST.

a iv:iv:i>

A.^^TT^iV Florence Vaughan,

-*- -^-*^ ^ '*- ^ -*- -^ Per 100 $25.00.

True Little G-em,

Per lOO $10.00.

Soupert Rose,

Per 100, 2 54 inch, $4 00

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE '"^^Ti^S"."

HARDY ORANGE (Citrus trifoliata).

The coming hedge plant, superior for the purpose to anything else yet offered.

One year, 9 to l5 inch f3.00 per 100; $25 00 per 1,000

Two years, 12 to 24 inch, branched 4.00 per 100; 35.00 per 1,000

F. 0. B. for cash with order.

J. T. LOVETT, Little Silver, N. J.
Fancy Caladiumschelp Fansies, 50,000.

The Jennings strain of large flowering and fancy
pansles now readv KIne large bktumlng plants, all
colors. $2.00 per lUO; %\h.m per 1000. Medium size
plants, for May blooming. Jii.OO per 1000 by Express;
(lOc. per 100 by mall.

Pansy Seed, pure white %\ per pkt. of 2500 seed:s.

Large yellow, dark eye, 51 " ■* "

Snowflake Daisies, fine plants, S2 per 100.

Extra fine strain of German Dalclea. large and
double, white, pink and red, mixed or separate, J2.00
per 100, Cash with order.

ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

Wholesale Paxsy grower.
LockBox2W. SOITHPOKT, CONN.

MeDtlOD American Florist.

Bulbs from -V.-lnch pots, for mailing. W.IXI per lUO:

Si^.lM per lUM). The same named, fs.oo per lUO;

S12.50 per 1000.
Cape .lessamlne. from 4-Inch pots, nice, Jtl.OO per 100.
LarKC I'hrynlumH. very cheap, ti. 8. lU Inches.
Cyperus. from 4-ln. pots. Cic. CurcQll^io. 4-ln. potB, 10c.
Antherleum vlttatum var.. 4-lnch pots, Sc.
VInca var.. '-'^-Inch pots. j-"2.00 per ito.

Alee one s-horse power steam holler, nearly new,
verycheai». Same Is well kept. Address

F. J. ULBRICHT. florist, P. O. box 8.55, Anniston, «la.

EXTRA STRONG, WELL ROOTED

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

Now Ready. 85.00 per 1000; 90c. per 100.

MISS P. A. BAK£R, Media, Fa.

786

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Mar. 22,

Philadelphia.

The cool weather of the early part of
the past week was heartih- welcomed by
most of the growers. In many places the
stock was coming on far too rapidly and
if the warm weather had continued the
results would have been disastrous; as it
is, there will be considerable loss.

Spiraea com pacta seems to be gaining
ground and is likel.v to displace theold
Japonica. Robert Craig had about 500
plants which were sold immediately.
Everj-one that saw it seemed to prefer
this to the old variety. It requires more
time than Japonica but when in full bloom
it is a much more attractive plant.

Business the past week except Saturday
has been extremely dull. There has been
verj- little decorating and all around both
from growers and dealers the report was
"nothin" doing." Of course this had a
demoralizing effect on prices. It isn't the
prices however that were affected so much
as it was the fjuantity, or we should say
the count. Brunners for instance are
quoted at So per doz. by the growers.
"Don't want any at that price," sa\-s the
dealer. "Wait until I show you the dozen
I'll give you" and the grower proceeding
to count out, fina'ly holding up from 20
to 24 fine specimens says, "how's thatfor
a dozen?" and the dealer takes the
chances. In smaller roses 25 of a kind
generally count up to three dozen, etc. It
was reporte.i that one grower with a lot
of boxes after going the rounds of the
stores without success finally set them
down on Chestnut St. and opening up
was soon cleaned out at satisfactory
prices by the jjassers by.

Quoted prices remain about the same as
last week but will stiffen up a little for
Easter except for lilies, which are offered
very low. There promises to be a great
lot of bulbous flowersinat this time, par-
ticularly of tulips, hyacinths and vallcv.
There have ticen very fe.v tulipsabout the
past season and even these were hard to
dispose ol, nobody stems to want them.
It would seem that the numerous Hol-
landers who are moving about with such
activity at the present time will have a
hard job securing orders, in the light of
the grower's cxperienc s of the past few
years.

(jrowers are complaining of the daflo-
dils; formerly they could get two flowers
to a bulb and oftentimes three, but this
year even two is an exception as very few
bulbs produce more than one bloom.

K.

Begonias.

I'CT lUI

.%A 00

. (I («)

. 500

•I W

3 .50

300

Flowering varictic*

■■aul Uruant. 3ia. 8ctii. each; 2)^ Id

prx ill '■ :iricty ....

COLEUB, in vaiicty. per 1000, rnOO

Koon Vln«. (I. Noctiphylon)

COB£A ScaiidctiA

Oeraniams. nnne but the l>e*t varieties, per

I'... %l,if) 3 00

AmpslopsiB Vriichii. IH toSfi-et 4 00

Trt' '*Ior, (itronjc 'J in . . . 3 60

Cbr7S%ntb«niusas IraflitiK varieties, per

I>*inon Varbana. ►Ironu . 3 00

ItaDtana. uw v.-irirtirH 2 m

B>oses.

MarMy LniiifHrr* t^ in .... 3 00

H I' . I« tn. 3 60

M Prnn<"*- Dnrhrn* of Albany, White lA

("■ ;h**I lAi Pmiicr. Hcrtnofw,

yiirrnn Scnrlcl, I'niM (ion-

I .. s-Mtti*^ KnlnfKjw Mc . per

KW, 8- • . . . rUjO

Carnations.

EoMrd Cutiini(«. Ira'linK varicllea. healthy,

per Kftl. ifilflO I 25

HZLlOTHOPE l"f,rMI<-« 2 fiO

THOS. A. MCBETH& CO., Springfield, Ohio.

DREER'S SPRING TRADE OFFER

Of Seasonable Plants and Bulbs.

Bulbs and Tubers.

Do/..

100

Achimenes 6 distinct colors

$4 00

Amaryllis Formoslssltna

4 00

" Johnsoni Ex. fine

$3.50

25.00

Caladiums, Fancy leaved 25

choice varieties

1 50

12,00

Begonia Tuberous Rooted

Our stock ot these is very

fine both in size of bulb

and quality of bloom.

Choice Single Mixed

.60

4.50

" Double "

1.50

12.00

" Singles to color....

.75

5.00

Doz.

Calla Spotted for out door.. $1.00

Lllium Auratum. The finest
bulbs we have handled, 7

to 9 in. diameter 75

11-13 in. diameter 1.25

Lllium Speclosum Album 1 75

Rubrum... 1 25

Tuberoses Excelsior Pearl,
Our stock of these is p r-
ticularlv fine, per 1,000
$7.50...'.

Tuberoses Albino

100

$8.00

5.00

9.00

12 00

8.00

50

1 00
4.00

Dwarf French Cannas.

We enumerate below .1 lew of the most popular varieties, we carry a fme stock of these and other
new and good kinds. All the plants offered are started and most of them established in pots in healthy
growing condition. Thi>. stock must not be compared in quality or price to dormant eyes; a large
proportion of which fail to grow.

,\lphonse Bouvier 1.50 10.00

.\dmiral Gervaise ?.00 15.00

Capt. P. rie Suzzoni 2.50 20.00

Charles Henderson 3 50 25 00

Comte de Choiseul 1.50 10 00

Deuil de St. Grevy 2 00 15.00

Duchess de Montenar.i 1.50 12.00

Explorateur Crampbel 2.00 15.00

Florence Yaughan 3.50

Geoffroy St. Hillaire 1.00 8.00

J. D. Cabos 2.50 20.00

Kaiser Wilhelm ... 1 00 8.00

Madame Crnzv 1.50 10.00

Miss Sarah HI 2.00 15.00

Nardvpere 2 00 15.00

Nelly"Bowden 1.50 12.00

Paul Bruant 3 00 20.00

Paul Marquant 1.50 10.00

Professor Gerard 2 00 15.00

Secretary Stewart 2.00 15.00

Our trade list describes over 75 varieties of these popular plants.

Hardy

Akebia quinata strong 3

in. pots

Akebia quinata strong 4

in. pots

Ampelopsis Veitchii strong

3 in. pots

.\ristolochia Sipho, very

strong

Clematis Paniculata, 2^4

in. pots

Vines and Climbers.

Clematis Paniculata, 3 in.

pots

Clematis — All the leading

hybrid varieties, like

Jackmani, etc 4.00 30.00

Honeysuckles — Halleana,

Evergreen and variegated

Strong 4 in. pots 1.00 8.00

Honeysuckles — Halleana,

Evergreen and variegated
.00 5.00 Strong 6 in. pots 2.00 15 00

1.00 6.00

1.25 10.00

1.25 800

6 00 45.00

.75 6.00

Hardy Herbaceous Plants.

Anthemis Tioctoria GO 4.00

Achillea, The Peari 60 4.00

Arundo Donax 1.50 10.00

Arundo Uonax variegata .. 2.00 15.00
Coreopsis Lanccolata,

strong 1 year clumps 1.00 8.00

Coreopsis Lanccolata, 2Vi

in. pots

Daisy Snow Crest, 2 in. pots

Delphinium formosum .
Gaillardia Grandiflora, 2V4
in. pots

.60
60
.75

4.00

5 00

6 0(1

.(■>() 4 0(1

Gaillardia Grandiflora, 1
year clumps 1.00 8.00

Hollyhocks, 5 distinct col-
ors, 3 in. pots 75 5.00

Iris Kaempferi, 10 finest
vars 1.50 10.00

Iris Gcrinanica, 10 finest
vars 60 4.00

I'latvcodium Mariesii
(New) 1 25 10.00

Tritoma Uvaria Grandifl.
clumps 1.25 10.00

Imported Budded Roses.

Uxtrn line planta, llrouK. ^ yearn old, budded low on Manetti stocks in the following choice
varicllea. The price* are good for all orders received before April I.

Alfred Colomb. Ocn. Jnctjiieminol.

Anna de Diesbaeh. Gloircdc .Mnrgottiii
Daron ile Honstcttin. (ilorv of Mosses.
Hnronr-'sK'ithHcliild. hi I'rance.
Duke of Edinburgh. Mabel Morrison.
Either Holmes.

Merveille de Lyon.

Mons Itonocnne.

Midamo Chis. Wood.

Mr.s I )lin Laing.

Paul Ncyron.
Mme. Gabriel Luizct. PrinceCamillede Rohan. Ulrich Hrunner
Magna Charta. Xavier Olibo.

$2.00 per doz.; $12 00 per 100; $1 10 00 per 1,000.

Province White.
I'rovinre Pink.
(Jueen of (Jueens.
Sweet Urier.
White Uaroness.

Allrcd K. Williams.
Mlnnehc Mrircau.
Koulc dc .Siege.

Capt. Christy.
Countess of Muri-

Earl of Dufferin.
Persian Yellow.
KugosQ.

nnis, (Moss).
DurhrHH of Albany

$2 25 i)cr doz.; $15.00 per 100

Kugosa Albn.
Souvenir d e la
Malmaison.

S<-nd for ouartrrly wiiolemile I,l«l, for Ihc Irndc only, oflcring all the Maaonahic stock of Seeds,
I'lanls and IlultiN, tnniled fir-e.

HENRY A. DREER.

714 Chestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA.

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CROZY

CANNAS.

-*-

*

A2VK AJSJBi

HEflDQUflRTERS

For all the Novelties, and in ad- I'^'l'v^^'^-^^i^^^^'.V ''"^ " " '^^
dition control EXCLUSIVELY Jft '^^ ^^^Mk''^ ^^
several erand varieties whicli we \ 4"^- ■, ' *^*1* p.m,^»

grand
now offer for the fitzt time

We will not be undersold
on any of the list.

Per 100

Canna, Florence Vaughan, $25.00
Calla, Elliott's Little Gem, 10.00
Canna, Alphonse Bouvier, 12.50

Our Spring Book for Florists Mailed Free,

J. G. VflUGHflN,

NewYork: CHICAGO:

26 Barclay Street. 146-148 W. Washington St.

GREENHOUSES: Western Springs. . . .

[jiUGHAN

Tuberous Begonias

are the flowers for table decorations
and designing during the summer and
autumn months.

Every Florist

should devote at least one bouse to
begonias — it pars. Well grown they
are a sight for many months, attract-
ing crowds of visitors, who readily
buy the beautiful pot plants or cut
flowers. They advertise a place more
than anything else, and after a season
ofsensa tion and profit lea ve the house
clear for the legular fall and winter
business. The tubers rest under the
benches and occupy little space.

How To Do It.

Use our seedling- plants, ready in May.
They are entirely beyond the tender
stages of the begonia — strong plants
for three-inch pots.

PRICES: Doubles, S? 00 per hundred; $25.00 per
thousand; go per cent mill be double. Singles,
$2.00 per hundred; SiS. 00 per thousand. These
average 5 in. diameter. Success — To insure
this, wegive best instructions to the inexperi-
enced, free.

M. WINDMILLER & SONS, Begoma specialists.
MANKATO. MINNESOTA.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

TUBEROUS BEGONIAS

Griffin's

Strain.

MEDAL AWARDED AT WORLD'S FAIR.

We are headquarters for the above, the finest strain in the

world. Send for illustrated descriptive catalogue with

copyright engravings. It tells you all about them.

OASIS NURSERY CO.,

THOMAS GRIFFIN, Manager.

Westbury Station, Long Island.

Mention American Florist.

Special Bargains.

I have a surplus of the following Plants, fine
stock, in 2>^-inch pots, that I offer tor half their
value for 30 daj^s; Ferns. Pteris Serrulata Cristata
Nana, Albo Lineata Palmata Longiflorum, Lo-
maria Gibba, Adiantum Cuneatum, $3.00 per 100.

Fuchsias, finest named varieties, single and
double, $2.50 per 100. Ageratum, double W. & B..
$2.00 per 100. Lobelia, $1.50 per 100. Double
White Petunia. $2.50 per lOO. Carnations, leading
varieties, $2.00 and $3.00 per 100. Dracsena indi-
visa, 2 to 2^ feet, fine plants, 35 and 50c each.

Ca0ti with order.

JAIOXIS HOBAN, Florist,

BRIDGEPORT, CONN.

CARNATIONS,

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
HYDRANGEAS,

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

Send for Trade List.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood Ave. and 68th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

When writlnK mention the AiLERic.iN Flokist.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE HeFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

788

The American Florist,

Mar. 22,

Boston.

The indications are that the supply of
good stocky plants of longiflonim lilies
will be none too large for the Easter de-
mand in this city if the weather should
be favorable for the buyers to get out. In
fact all the desirable stock has already
been placed by the growers and at prices
far ahead of those prevailing in New
York or Philadelphia. .\ number of tem-
porary stores have been opened for the
retailing of Easter plants and a very busy
week is in prospect. Some well-informed
do not hesitate to predict one of the best
Easters on record (weather permitting).
There is an abundance of fine azaleas and
unusually well bloomed heath plants be-
sides hydrangeas, genistas and other sea-
sonable stock. On tulips, hyacinths and
other bulbous stock in pots and pans
\Yarren Ewell has the trade practicallv
to himself as he is the only grower mak-
ing a si)ecialty of this class, but he will
probably be able to supply all comers.

Cut flowers are in fair supply only. At
no time has there been any very serious
overstock. During the past week extra
good carnations have sold readily at $2
to $+ per hundred and ffood Da^-breaks
have brought as high as $5. There are a
few candidum lilies being sent in but this
lily onct so desirable for Easter purposes
seems to have completely lost its popu-
larity ever since the prices of Harrisii
dropped so low. Violets are abundant
and cheap, .\stilbe Japonica is in market
in quantity and among the novelties are
English primroses, golden coreopsis, nas-
turtiums, etc.

J. J. H. Gregory of Marblehcad deliv-
ered an interesting lecture on seed grow-
ing before the Massachusetts Horticult-
ural Society on March 17. The usual
attractive exhibition of cut flowers and
plants was made by several exhibitors.

Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Drecr, of Philadel-
phia have been visiting Boston for a few
davs.

CATIIKKINK .MhKMKJ. M .VSET.
BlIlllK. PKKLK DBS .lAIlDINS,

Ml'llETflS. I'AI'A GONTIKK.

BO.S HII.K.SK. S. DIN A.MI.

l>r1oo. '.'!/i-lncli iMU K> PIT III): ti5 pvr lUJU.

S-lncli wlK In May Ri por lUJ; fr.'i iier lOOU.
.METKoK. K per lUU: t.'<5 per lUUU.
Hermosa. Clottilldr Hoiiport.

IMco, :f!4-lDcb pot. atronfc, ready to Blilfl In ;t-lnch pf»tH.

RVUI iivr lOU.

Carnations.

K<iol<.<l < nllliik-K.

Ii RpcrlOO

1 ;in, I'urltan.

« . I'orila.

. 1 ht-r vnrt.tlM rj p.-r lUl; f 15 per IIM).

Verbenas.

SOjOOUnow rt:.i'l}. Mf'ti^ aii'i tirnlthy.
Mamrnrith set ufiiiiJr|i««M.-<|. IUmjU-^I riitllnKn -

ll.-:& ifcr lUU: f 1(J.U0 pfT IWX)

f>«oerml oriilecUon.
(•«n«r«l collection.

4i'\ Vi-\
fUXilVl <-Utt{llt{K

f I iJU IMT lUJ: p\ U) [XT UJUU
KniTM ?' i-lficli \ni\m

f ' :*) iwr UJU; ruAJ por lUW

Coleus.

V<r~ rii>n..|UI. •.■.Irten V.T»<li«ni!ltll. Ciolrlen llivlilvr,
^^^^•^Jr^^^l'l. and 'i.'* oldi.r rarifrtlrii. nxiUKl filltlnKn.

Miscellaneous.

IVr lUU I'ur IWI

L,i>M*

• Jllui. and Mr'hiln 11% IIU Ul

I riielM'ni 2 U) 15 IW

■ I »

I •! w,nm I » low

■ SH 1 » 1000

WOOD BROTHERS.

I'lal • It 11 I, IV. Y. j

Munll'in Amorloaii }r\>tr\m\.

Mention the American Florist when I
writing to advertisers on this page. |

DAN'L B. LONG, publisher of
Long's Florists' Photographs, has just
issued a 12 page circular and priced
list of Designs, Cut Flowers, Decora-
tions, etc., for use of the Retailer. Out-
of-Town Trade details are practically-
treated. Adapted to any retail busi-
ness. Forty accurate half-tone illustra-
tions. Inexpensive. Sample copy on
receipt of 2 ct. stamp, and mentioning
this paper. Address

DAN'L B. LONG,

Double Althaeas or Rose of Sharon.

An immense stock, well branched and stocky. All colors, such as red, rose, white
purple, etc

Per 100 Per 1000

Colors separate, 2 to 3 feet $4 00 $35 00

3 to 4 leet 6 00 50 00

4 to 5 feet S 00 70 00

5 to () feet 10 00 85 00

Mixed colors, (all double), 2 to 3 feet 3 SO 30 00

3 to 4 feet 5 00 40 00

" " " 4 to 5 feet 7 00 60 00

5 to 6 feet 9 00 80 00

F. 0. B. for casli with order.

J. T. LOVETT CO., Little Silver, N. J.

Mention American Florist.

RARE FLORIDA FLOWERS AND FRUITS.

Citrus trifoliate, "The Coming Hedge Plant," Grevillea robusta, Yucca
aloifolia, Hardy Tiiheroiis-rooted Ipomuea, Zamia inlegrifolia, Arundo donax
var., Hardy Spider Lily, Amaryllis and Crinums, Orchids and Air Plants,
Aquatic or Water Plants, l.atanias and Cannas, Tropical and Semi-Tropical
Fruits and Miscellaneous Plants and Bulbs in variety, and at lowest prices.

Contract growing for the Mail Trade a Specialty.
PIKE & ELLSWORTH, Jessamine Fla.

Easter Lilies.

BY THE THOUSAND.

Also a lartje stock of all other Imlh llowers

for the Easter trade can be secured at

the Scottwood Greenhouse.

Ordrrn \tlli r<.cf<lvr> protii|il iiiiil i-iiri-rul i»t-
t€*nlli*n.

Addrr., SCO TTWOOD GREENHOUSE.

li.\ VIS &• M At.l.i:, it..|."
Scottwood Ave. & Bancroft SI . TOLEDO, O.

VIOLETS WITHOUT DISEASE.

.MAKIK I.OI'IHK, l.r K«nrfii» |I .00 Ikt ll«l

llr Mull i>ri'|>i>lil •l.'.iO |HT lUI

S. £■. LUTHER. LAWRENCE. KAN.

Water Hyacinths.

FONTEDERIA CRASSIFES.

Tree by mail, |;3.(I0 and J!5 oo per 100.

CANNA l-LACCIDA $3.00 per 100.

A. H. *DHA.V<i^,

BEGONIA OLBIA.

PerlOO

l''lni< ytiiiiiu iilnntH fnini '.i'lnoti iKJtfl 18 00

]lyilran)(im<itnkMi. SOU

('nllntt. troni ll-lnrh ihum 4 OO

from tniyM 1 IW

W. T. BEtli, Franlclln, Fa.

My Illustrated Catalogue of

STRAWBERRY PLANTS. FREE.

too \iirl<.||«'

)
. .1. Ill I.I,. Ol.v|iliiinl.

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789

• ♦

H. H. BERGER 5t

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL,

ESTABLISHED ISVS.

Wish to inform their Friends and Patrons that their

NEW TRADE PRICE LIST FOR SUMMER DELIVERY, 1894,

IS NOinZ: HeWDV

.SEND FOR IT WITHOUT DELAY.

' This list comprises all Goods which, we can furnish between now and September.

Freesia Bulbs, (We will have One Million from 9-16 to Y^ of an inch), Longiflo-
rums, (Equal and by many considered Superior to Harrisii), Superb Varieties of

Amaryllis, Eucharls Amazonica, 4-7 inches.

CALIFORNIA BULBS. — The charming Brodiaeas, Calochortus, Erythroniums, Fritillarias ,
which are gaining in favor every year.

TREE FERIN STEMS. — Cyatheas, Dicksonias, Alsophilas.

PALM SEEDS from California and Australia. Kentias, Corypha, Arecas, Phoenix,

Seaforthia, Macrozamia.
ORCHIDS from Central America. Cycas Revoluta Stems, Rhapis Palms.

SOMETHING NEW.

Clematis Gen. Grant, or Crimson Jackmanii.

STRICTLY AN AMERICAN SEEDLING, and pos

sessed of qualities not common to foreign grown
sorts, namely extreme woodiness and vigor, flow-
ers in racemes of great size, substance, and depth
of color; color a maroon crimson chan^ng to a
deep purple in the old flowers, and lasting a long
time, in several cases over a week in good condi-
tion after being cut. This variety will be highly
prized when known, on account of its peculiar
lasting qualities, and being so well adapted to our
hot suus and dry atmosphere— practical florists
will understand this.

Price, good plants, $1.00 Each: $9.00 per Dozen.

Very strong plants, home-grown, $1.50 Each;

$15.00 per Dozen.

P. S. — Plants can be had of the undersigned, or of

J. C. Vaughan, Chicago; or Phoenix: Nursery Co.,

Bloomington, 111.

12 Choice leading kinds. Large flowering

Two years . . . . |3 per doz. ; S22,50 per 100
Three years .... $4 " $30.00 "
DAISIES. — Suowflake and Snowcrest, distinct
kinds, indispensable for spring sales, 82 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS,

from fall, 75 cents per 100; $8.00 per 1000.

F. A. 15ALLEK, Kloomingfton, lU.

CALADIUMS.

r We have a nice lot of Caladium esculentum, 6, 8
and 10 inches in circumference, at 82.50, S4.00 and
$0.00 per 100. PEARL TUBEROSES, 1st size 87.00
per 1000; 2nd size $4 per 1000. EULALIA ZEBRINA
and JAPONICA, 81.00 per 100, for strong plants.
AUCUBA JAPONICA, fine plants, 81.50 per dozen.
Bog plants of all kinds at reasonable prices.
JAMES M. LAMB, Sunnvside Floral Nurser>,
Jxjck l!u.\ Wi. l''.\VKTTi:vil,l-:, N. c.

BOOTED CUTTINGS

GOOD ONKS.

Verbenas, 2;i varieties IHto. perlOO; $8.00 per 1000

Ilellotrope. 7 varieties per doz. 20 eta.

Fuchsias, 1'.; varieties " 20cta.

Cigar Plant uiid Lopezla *' 20 cts.

Giant Alyssum and Marpruerlte Daisy.. . " 20 cts.
Manettla Vine. Mex. Primrose & Sultana " 25 cts.
Red. White & Blue Plant (Cuphea Llavae) " 30 cts.
Chrysanthemums. 20c. Coleus. 12c. Postage Ic. a doz.
Send for catalogue. I. L. PILLSBURY, Macomb, III.

THE WATER GARDEN.

Thousands of people are now interested in Aquatics.
As the season advances they are reminded of the
magnificent display as seen last season. You can-
not afTord to let the present season pass unnoticed in
this particular line. All Florists are expected to have
any and everything, and you will want Aquatic
Plants. Write me for list prices, and you will be
able to meet all demands.

*-r.

CAROLINA POPLAR.

The most rapid in growth of any good shade tree and one of the very best for street
and avenue planting where quick results are desired.

Per 100 Per lOOC

6 toS feet, straight and stocky $ 7 00 | 60 00

S to 10 feet, " " 10 00 90 00

10 to 12 feet, " " 12 00 100 00

Car lots at still lowar rates.

J. T. LOVETT CO., Little Silver, N. J.

10,000 GERANIUMS of the standard bedding
sorts, from 3 and 4-inch pots.

10,000 CARNATIONS, from 2^-inch pots.
Also 5,000 Rooted Cuttings ready now,

30,000 ALTEKNANTHERA, ready April 1st,
of all the standard sorts.

700 strings of SMILAX, of which the aver-
age length is 7 feet.

Write for prices, as 1 will sell at a sacrifice to make
room for other stuff.

MRS. GEO. R. FRAVELL, Marion, Ind.

I'UOP. M.\U10X AND M.MT.E HEIGHTS
GHEEXHOUSBS.

PELARGONIUM "THE BRIDE."

For beauty, profusion of bloom, and dwarf, shapely
habit of growth, the best Pelargonium In e.Ylatence.
Color, upper petals pink, lower white. Price, planta
In bud or blossom, Sb.UOperlOO; by mall postpaid, OOo.
per dozen.

FAKFUGIUM GRANDE, fine plants. ST. 00 per
100; by mall postpaid, 11.00 per dozen.

No. S33 Grove Street, AURORA, ILL.

Mention American Florist

"DTTI DC! 3000 Crlnums Id variety; 2U0 Pancratium
X)UUr»0 Carrlbaeum; 200 2 year old roots of Antl-

Kouum Ijeptopus. Also mailing shte. Seedlings of

Yucca Alolfolla.

THE BROOKS SISTERS, Sorrento. Fla.

790

The American Florist.

Mar. 22^

Baltimore.

The demand for flowers seems to increase
in geometrical proportion daily. The
death ot Mr. Robert J. Halliday, causing
the closing of four of our leading florists
stores (his ow-n, Hallidav Bros., Wm. J.
Halliday, and Mrs. M. j. Thomas) for
several days,hadsomeefrect,in producing
for the time l)eing. an apparent though
artificial rush of business in the other
stores, to which the trade of these four
was diverted temporarily. Then the death
of a leading theatre proprietor, Mr. Jno.
T. Ford, caused a demand for a big
lot of roses, lilies, etc,, for though the pa-
pers stated "no flowers," the house was
packed with magnificent pieces. Besides
this spring is coming. Easter drawing
nigh, and, with flowers plentifiil and
cheap, jjeople are beginning to purchase
more and more freely for the thousand
little occasions which in every ones life oc-
cur so frequently,
s. Speaking of the funerals, probably never
^?before in this city was as large a lot of
flowers used at a funeral as at Mr. Halli-
day's, without one slight deviation from
good taste in the entire collection. The
decoration of the casket and the room in
which it rested at the house, was as a
whole beautiful in the extreme. A few
choice plants were arranged back of the
casket, which was covered with a pal! of
violets bordend with valley. The inside,
as far as could be seen, seemed a couch of
pansies upon which rested the dead flor-
ist, and the flowers that were placed
about quite took away the cold, bare and
depressing effect of so many death cham-
bers.

Of the numerous floral tributes sent by
friends, with two exceptions all were
wreaths or simple clusters. The two ex-
ceptions were a standing crown sent l)y
Mr. Wm. Frasermade of La Franccbuds.
with a base of lilies, and a large basket
from the Gardeners' Club filled with the
three favorite flowers of the deceased,
azaleas, camellias, and genista. It would
be hard to choose between theothcrs.but
a wreath of white hyacinths tied with
lavender ribbon and a cluster of lavender
hyacinths was fine, so was a wreath of
violets and orchids, a cluster of roses and
mignonette and a wreath of galax leaves
and valley.

The officers of theclub went to the house
in carriages, most of the members each
wearing a Pcrle bud, met the funeral at
the ccmetcrj- gate and preceded it in pro-
cession to the grave. There Uiey opened
to the right and left and stotxl with un-
covered heads while thccasket and mourn-
ers paHscd through, then following passed
by the o])cn grave, each member dropping
in the bud as he pa.ssed. The grave was
lined with smilax and roses, the pile of
clay at the sitle w.-m hidden beneath a net
of limilax, roses and violets, and if any-
thing could alleviate thegriefof his friends
at their loss, it was the fitting way in
which he whose life was pa.ssed among
flowers was gently laid to rest among
them at the lost. Mack.

Headquarters for Callasand Freesias

50,000 CALLAS. 500,000 FREESIAS.

lienl alack. I/jwMl jiriccn

Ordcn •olidtrd for miUcirt dellrcry. Write now

for jjricwi mK! M im book jrotir onlft".

CALIFORNIA SEED. BULB & PLANT CO.

146 S Ufoadoii. LOS ANKELES. CAL.

ROOTED CUTTINGS AND PLANTS

<ir ll«HM>« itnd ( hryitniit lirniitiiiN.
MAFLBHIU. IWrtir Fahm. KOKOMff, 1NI>.

Tprcq FRUIT AND
JJSEEzORNAMENTAL

Large General Stock of the Best. Surplus in

Peach, Plum, Pear <''D»art"' Cherry, Etc.

EXCEEDINGLY HANDSOME LOT OF

Carolina, Lombardy and Golden Poplars,

Balm of Gilead, Imperial Gut Leaved Alder, Etc.

LARGEST ACREAGE OF SHRUBBERY IN THE
WEST. VINES, ROSES, PLANTS.

40th Year. 1,000 Acres. 28 Greenhouses.

The STQRRS & HARRISON 00. Painesville/crOliio.

500,000 ASPARAGUS ROOTS.

Conover's Colossal, One and Two Years Old.

The roots are very fine and in perfect condition.

Very low rates will be quoted on large lots.

/. T. LOVETT CO., Little Silver, N. J.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

100,000 VERBENAS.

Fine pot plants. $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per tOOO. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We lire the largeflt (jro^vers of Verbenas In the country. Our salea reaching^ last year
215,500. Our i.liiiitH this year fully equal, if not Kurpans, any we have ever (frown.

BIG BARGAINS !

Altemantheras, 100,000 ready, propa-
Ratcd last fall. They are strong and in
jjood shaiK:, far better than little pips
that arc rooted during the winter.

Oeraninms, 6,000 R. C. of the best sorts
named.

Fnchsias, ChrysanthemTuns, $1.25 per
100.

ColenB, best sor^s, $6.00 per 1000.

Seedling Smilaz, extra fine,,'>0c. pcrlOO.
PLANTS FROM 2 1-4 AND 21-2 INCH POTS.

Geraniums, Chrysanthemums,

Fuchsias, Petunias,

Lantanas, Moon Vines,

Silver Spray and I'ortia Carnations,

Verbenas, $2.7.') per 100.

Colcus, Altemantheras, $2.00 per 100

Smilax, 1.75

Souv. dc Wootton Rose, 4.. 00 "
10c. per 100 extra on Rooted Cuttings

by mail.
Price List on application. Satisfaction

guiir.iiitccil.

HEITE FLORAL CO..

|7I2 LINWOOD AVENUE,

KANSAS ciTT, ivnssoTrai.

tXTRfl CHOICE, PLOWtR SEEDS.

3l.lNt fr4'(* onniipiillcHtldn.

fred.:roemer, 8CCD GRowcn.i

UI>KI>I.INItlIK(l, 6KKMANY.

FOR EARLY CASH ORDERS.

rer 100 For 1000

Tliirdv Dny-bloomlnn Mooiiflower 3vJ 00 $

AcliUtea •■Pearl." ruoted, iiiiill 1 00 7 60

('orcnpsiB liiiiceolnta. utrouK rootod pliints.

until 1 25 8 00

Kulitllii Krii.nnnia uooil root* ;i 00

MlhlwiiN Crliiisun Kvi*. bloom tilts HeUHOIl . '1 00

ll.-irMTo<-jii[iH, .loulilc. tniimplnntetl :• 00 1& 00

IrlN KiiMiipferl. chotue mlxt'il, from iinnicU

MortH 4 00

Ti'iif*' .liipiini'Fto Hybrid Ctitiilpa. malllriK. . -' 00

hoiibU'TlKMT Llty. bloornbiK bulbs 2 00

\'iircu Illaiiii-iito-mi, 'i yciirM 4 00

AiiKusilloiiii. ran- and line. do/.. $2.

Ipoinnta patdculata. nb-o iiiattlii)! sl/o 4 00

Irom polH forpluntlnKout !( 00
Oxnlln Deppel nlbu, for Hiiiiiirier bordon*. .. 2 00

rosea. '■ "... 10 00

Rr>'p>>lllu piirpiireu a 00

mlxrd HortB for siniHiior blooming.. I 00

" Kaslaiulra, pnlinaU' k'uvcs, crlniBon

IbiwtTK I 60

Tritotiiu nvarlu 3 00

'I'libtTOhi' Albino, bruiicldiitf, orange tlow'd & 00

varb'Kati'd I(>uv(m1 2 M)

HUiprlbivarb'tfata 4 00

NlKli^bloomliij; ('iTrn» U 00

Cnniian. ml veil, nmiiy MortM, MtroiiK 'J 00

Mvvt'ral ohk-r naiiivd kIndH :t 00

<'urollna I'oplar (uitUiiKH, H Inotius 1 00

Mntii F'HKK. K. Y. TKAS,

Irvlnuf on, near IndtftnripnllH. Ind.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address gfQRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halated St.. CHICAOO.

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791

Jardinieres, Flower
Pots, Lily Bowls,
Flower Holders and

Novelties in Porcelain.

In connection with our
Cactus trade we sell thou-
sands of these flower pots,
manufactured especially for
us in China and Japan.

We can offer them to the trade
at prices defying competi-
tion.

Many designs are made exclu-
sive for us, and can not be
had elsewhere. Our collec-
tion can not be equalled in
the United States.

50 new designs afloat now.
Send for Illustrated Price List.

A. Blanc & Go.

314-316 N. 11th STREET.

PHILADELPHIA.

Catalogue of 1000 Cuts for
florlBta' use In printing stationery.
25 <'«'n 9.

HAVE YOU SEEN IT?

'It is a Wonderful Book." I "It Leaves Nothing to Add."

V. IV. PAYNE, Pari Clinton, O. \ ERNST ASMUS, IK Hohoken, N J.

This is what all say of the new book

HOW TO GROW GUT FLOWERS.

If you have not obtained a copv you cannot invest $2.00 of your Easter earnings to a better

advantage. Address all orders to

IV1. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

5O.000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLDKN CKOWN, the most lianly. strontiesl fn"0W-
liit-'. Iilglii'si colored vellow to date. '^Incli. well
trr.iwn. ^\ ih.t lUU; Jlii per lOUO; 230 at lOUU rates
tlinniu'liniil.

HMUXJ III li (itluT standard leading sorts, plants $1.50;
rooted iU cts. p.T nil.

lO.iiiRj stiuw Ctv.si icilsies. ?3 per lUO; $2.t per lUOO.
;iU.lKHi Mitiii N'tTitfiias. progresBive type, none better.
5.UIHJ nt them Cltmaxers the Peerless crimson bedder.
HJ.UIHI sentiinu's from our XX and X\X progressive

seed will give the mi;ist splendid new kinds, all per-
fectly clenn and healthy, 3-lncii. strong, fine. In bud,

$2.50; tlats $1.50 per 100, seedlings same rate; special

rates per KJOO.
5,0llU Vgt. Vlncas. extra tine, 3-inch $3; flats J1.50;

rooted %\ per 100.
5,000 (ihint Scabiosa Snowball, per lOO $1.50; seed. 25c.

for large trade packet.
lU.OUO Gibson's sweet scented hybrid pansles. flats $1 ;

frame ti per lOU: seed i-is o/ 5!ic . '4 oz. Jl. S. o/,. $l.f.o.
S.OrtJ Gem Feverfew. 5.UU0 Gulden Marguerites. o.UOO

Dwf. Lobelias, 5,000 Gi>Iden Keather arid ('. Gymno-

carpa. the hist two seedlings small pkts. $1 5U, rooted

catlings 75c. per liiij.
Double Petunias, Dreer's new '93 set and the Queen

the best all round double white, rooted, named,

labeled. ?2 per lUU.
Mexican Primrose, three ntivelttes, named, rooted $1

per 100.
30,000 Eulalla Zebrlna and Japonica. potting size $2.50

per lOi).
5,000 Torenia Fournierl. seed pan 50 cts.. from flats

$1 per liiU.

Lots of other good things. Write for what you
want. Premium (itfer forevery $5 order: We will put
In free tl (;i:int N'enina Verbena and I (Jolden Strand
Coleus: dnuhliMl ..n evpry JIO order, and I Diik, Prim-
rose. 1 nkt. Doulile I'etuniii aint I pkt, Scabiosa snow-
ball wlien di'wlreii. Prire list free. Address, cash
with order pleuj^e.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury. N. J.

Mention the American Rorist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

Latania Borbonica,

We are in receipt of a second consignment of fresh seeds of this

useful and popular Palm. This seed being freshly hand picked is sure

1 o germinate, get your supply now! as this is the last lot which we

will have to offer this season. Price: 60 cts. per lb. by mail; 40 cts.

per lb. in lots of 5 lbs. or more by express or freight. On lots of 500

lbs. or over write for special prices.

DHAoiCnA CANES to arrive soon; Brasiliensis, very broad, deep green leaves;

Ferra, the best dark red; Fragrans, the standard sort for decorating. On these we

will be able to quote lowest prices by the 100 or 1000 feet.

DWARF FRENCH CANNAS in good assortment, $3 per 100, $25 per 1000.
Send for our Descriptive Catalogue If In need of budded Orange or Lemon trees. Tropical Fruits, Palms or
Water Plants; make vour wants known and we will give you lowest prices.

THE AMERICAN EXOTIC NURSERIES, R. D. Hoyt. Mgr.. SEVEN OAKS, FLA.

I HERRMANN'S SEED STORE \

! 413 East S-lth Street, I

\ Near Long Island Kerry, NEW YORK. \

Tlie ISest for Tut Flowers.
PINK WHITE. PER OZ. $1.50.

:

PKICE LIST FHKE ON Al'PLlCATION.

5000 Violet plants in exchange for

Adiantum Capillus- Veneris, 3-inch, $5.00 per 100
Nephrolepis Bxaltata, 3-inch, 7.00 per 100

4-inch, 10.00 per 100
State varieties, in what condition, etc.

JOHN IRVINE GREENHOUSE CO.,

BAY CITY. MICH.

BY THE THOUSAND.

Aran carta Ezcelsa and Glauca, Aspi-
distra, Falms. Phormimns. Bay Trees
—crowns and pyramids of all sizes.

Packing free for cash with orJer.

The Nurseries, JULES DE COCK,

LKUKHEKG, neai Ghent, BELGIUM,

OKFEKS AS specialties:

Gloxinia, Bull) Begonias, extra varieties.

We Pay the Express.

100,000 PANSIES,

^rrown from seed that has no superior. slrouK. stocky
plants once transplanted. tXtc per 100; $4.5Uper lOCO.

31AMMOTH VKKKKNAS In all the most bril-
liant colore. 70c per 100; $5.50 per 1000. delivered free

at your door.

S. WHITTON &, SONS, Wholesale Florists,

9 & 11 KobertB St., UTICA, N. Y.

792

The American Florist.

Mur. 22^

Toronto.

The weather being favorable the plant
trade continues to boom in a mild way
and retailers have a more cheerful tale to
tell when one drops in to see them.
Azaleas are now in full blast, but I hear
that one florist has made a cut of from
50 to 75 cents, on $1.25 and $1.50
plants, which was altogether unnecessary
and does nothing but injure the trade
generally. It does not seem likely that
the Easter prices of former years will be
nearly reached, but it is possible that the
volume of trade may be considerably lar-
ger in consequence. I notice a card up at one
store to the effect that Easter orders will
be booked now (15th) at present prices.
•'Things ain't what they use ter was"; it
is a case of "sauve qui pent" and the
devil take the hindermostnow with some
people.

Bermuda lilies are likely to be plentiful
and the price is already cut down to a
low notch. However putting things
altogether there is likely to be a big lot
of "stuff" handled in Toronto this Easter
and good "stuff" too, but it is doubtful if
those handling it will profit as much as
they did in "the good old times" one
reads about. I am not conservative
enough to wish "the good old times"
back again but I think the boys could
make more money than they are doing
if thev would put their heads together.

E.

SMI LAX.

CUT SMILAX— Half an acre ready to cut
now. Quality A 1.

EASTER ORDERS BOOKED NOW.
SMILAX PLANTS-Extra strong l yr. old,

S2.50 per 100; |20.00 per 1000.
TRANSPLANTED SEEDLINGS— $1.00 per

IfXl; fS.OO per 1000.

SMILAX SEED— A few ounces left; crop
of 1893, at 50c. per ounce.

JOS. E. BONSALL.

WHOLESALE FLORIST.
308 Garfield Avenne, SAIiEM. OHIO.

Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail GOc per 100

" I2kindsbyexpress..$4.00per 1000
VERSCHAFFELTll and SHELLY

YELLOW f 5.00 per tOOO

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CUPHEA (ci^ar plant), by mail. ..50c per \{X>
PILEA(artillery plant), by mail...50c per too

FUCHSIA, mixed fl.OO per UX)

(■ x-'ii wmi «>iciii:ic.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock lldi 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY,

Mf<ntl<fn Anitrrlctin Klorlnl-

OHIO.

CARNATIONS. i« i«. i-cr kwo

k'x.tcfl t unilit; .1..

ti>l;.t<l v.it<. tl.OO

I'-iiic^ j.!.i«io|i2,no

SO.Ori

Our New Scarlet Carnation

GENEVA

We will have ready for delivery April 1st.

CHRYSANTHS.

Htiin'Ur'l virirtlra il.no

Newer kiniln nn'l nnvrltlr*. 1200 to 15.00
AOERATUM and ALTERNANTHERA. . . aOc. %\m

COLEUS and VERBENAS 7fic. ItOO

Vttr othrr Rt'ick »*.«■ If (

JOHN J. CONNELLY.

BRYNMAWR. PA.

Ai.WAVH mention the Amkkican Flo- i
RWT when writin.? to advcrti»crt.

This is undoubtedly the finest red yet introduced. In
color it is a bright scarlet, strong grower with good long stems,
does not break in the calyx, is fragrant, blooms from Septem-
ber to May, is not a cropper and blooms fully as freely as
Silver Spray.

We are booking orders now for April ist delivery, at
$12. oo per loo.

We also have all the leading varieties, including Daybreak
at $2.50 per loo, Edna Craig at $5.00 per 100, Wm. Scott at
$5.00 per 100, Uncle John at $10.00 per 100, Silver Spray at
$2.00 per 100, Lizzie McGowan at $2.00 per 100, Garfield at
$1.50 per 100, Tidal Wave at $1.75 per 100, Portia, Hector and
Lady Emma at $1.25 per 100.

Young rose stock ^

Rridesmaid.

Young stock, fine and healthy, from healthy, cool grown
stock, now ready at $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000.

^o"" New Plant Tub.

PRICE LESS THAN HALF OF ANY OTHER
TUB ON THE MARKET

Florists having large plants sliould not be witliout it. ^^

Dealers issuing catalogues cannot afford to be without it. ^^

IT SUPPLIES A LONG FELT WANT FOR SOMETHING

INeat, Durable and Cheap.

It has steel wire hoops (three times as strong as the flat
iron hoop) with welded joints (not riveted as in common ware).
These wire hoops are at intervals indented and pressed into the
wood. These indentations in hoops, besides preventing them
from falling under all circumstances, act also as a spring, ex-
panding or contracting always in accord with the condition ot
the wood in the tub, so that bursting is impossible. Write us
for Prices.

Cut Flowers. Florists' Supplies.

WE MAKE OUR OWN WIRE WORK. GIVE US A TRIAL.

wisGonsiii Flower ExcliaiiQe.

468 Milwaukee Street,

MILWAUKEE, WIS.

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The American Florist.

793

Palms. Latania Borbonica.

The best stock from 5 in. pots in the country, 5 to 7 good leaves, 24 to 28 in. high,
^50 00 per hundred, $6.50 for sample dozen.

L/\T A/MAS. From 2^ in. pots, good stock for growing on, strong rooted and clean,
$8.00 per hundred, $1.25 for sample dozen.

CROTO/\S. From 3 in. pots, 10 sorts, all good colors and varieties. $8.00 per
hundred.

From 4 in. pots, 10 sorts, $15.00 per hundred.

Large plants from 5 and 6 in. pots, $4.00 per dozen.

Are a success as a plant for fine foliage beds, will stand the sun and hold their color
better than anything in the way of Variegated Foliage, fully tested at Chicago, Washington
and Philadelphia parks.

TUBEROSES. Extra double pearl, $12.00 per thousand.

Fine

10.00

" Good blooming bulbs, 7.50

The bulbs are all sound and well cured.

B. P. CRITCHELL & CO.,

Cincinnati, 0.

SHEEP FERTILIZER

Best Fertilizer Known. Pure, Natural.

Rich in all properties; essential to plant
growth; endorsed by all leading
growers in the United States
and Canada. Packed in
100 pound bags.
The concentrated nature of this manure
renders it most easy and econom-
ical of shipment.
Sold by all Seedsmen and by

JOHN J. PETERS, Mfr.,

39 Borden Ave. & Dutch Kills,

. . , LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y.

%

Sure Death

To greenfly, blackfly, mealy bug, red spider, scale, bugs,
ants, etc., when following directions. No disagreeable odor;
harmless to the skin; the best wash for palms, also for
pet dogs and birds; should be in every household.
Every live Seedsman should keep it on sale; every florist
should use it. To be dissolved with from five to twenty
parts of water; full directions with each can. Put up in
10 gallon, 1 gallon and 1 quart tins. Price S3.25 the gallon, |l the quart.
We are the Manufacturers' Sole Agents and General Depot for America.

August Rolker & Sons,

New York, ISe and laS West 24th Street.

Big Crops of Healthy Roses and Carnations

uoimced the "Boss of all Bellows." .. . j jv

Fostite 25 lbs. $2; Bellows, S3.50. Sold by the trade, and by

C. H. JOOSTEN, 3 Coenties Slip, NEW YORK,

Ipomoea Fandurata.

(HARDY DAY-BLOOMING MOON FLOWER)

Northern grown roots, at $2.50 per 100; $18 per 1000
ACHILLEA THE PEARL, field-grown, $1.00 per 100;

$6.00 per 1000.
HARDY PHLOX, $1 00 per 100.

JAMES FROST, Greenville, Ohio.

Special in Geraniums

Fiue plants in 2, 3 and 4-inch pots
by the hundred or thousand. Write
for Prices.

GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, 111.

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wtioi6sai6Fiori§is

RICHMOND, INDIANA.

GflTflLOGUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYFING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horaco McFarland Co.

. . . HARRISBCRG, PA.

794

The American Florist.

Mar. 22,

Ottawa, Canada.

Ed. Am. Florist: In a recentissue you
publish a letter from this city signed "M"
which I must say is the nicest collection
of trash I have read for some time. I feel
hurt that you should be imposed upon.
We have here at the capital a number of
such correspondents and the reports they
send to .\merican papers are often dis-
gusting. I care not what they write about
politics but when they trj' thissame game
among florists I object.

If not taking too much space permit me
to deal with his letterclause by clause, as
they say in the city council. Passing his
remarks about the great number of flor-
ists and other branches of the fraternity
(as if every man who carried a spadewas
a horticulturist ), he say s the Experimental
Farm takes in 1,000 acres. It does not
amount to half that. Then he describes
the vast amount of flowers required by
Lady Aberdeen and society generally and
that Chicago and Xew York have ^o be
drawn upon for the finest blooms. I will
buy him a new hat if he can prove that
one box has been imported from Chicago
this winter or last, and as for New York
I got one box, and I am sure the other
two florists did not get more. There are
no standing orders with the wholesaler.
When we are pinched Dale or Dunlop gen-
erally fills the bill.

Then he goes on to describe the opening
of parliament. A great floral display is
ordered. Here Chicago again comes in.
Her Ladyship's dress is coming from
Paris, with a train 20 yards long, borne
by a score of gilt edge pages. Ctesar's
Ghos'.: Where did he find all that out?
Her Ladyship is a great admirer of orch-
ids, and the Windy City is going to be
drawn on so heavy. The floor of the
chamber is to bestrewn with flowers, etc.,
etc. I happen to be the florist that sup-
plies the flowers for Government House
and so far have been only called upon
three times to decorate for a dinner, and
they were by no means elaborate, and the
steward of the house has got to know
about the cost before we begin. If there
was to be any such extravagance as "M"
describes I think I would know something
about it.

As for the rest of his trash I will dismiss
it by moving him a vote of thanks for his
taflTy. We are all good fellows are we?
Shake? We are certainly proud of our
city as a whole, but don't like to blow
about it. Population fifty thousand and
but a small proportion arc flower buyers,
who generally go to the sea shore for the
hot months, and with the exception of a
few flowers and a funeral piece now and
a^ain, the florists have the rest of their
time to repair and prepare for winter.

C. Scrim.

Please mention the Amekican Flobis'i
evcrv time vou wHte to nn ndvrrtlncr.

CHRISTMAS ROSES.^

{Hfllrhurui ntf;rr.)

FINE STOCK PLANTS,

per irxi, |H oo ^^^a^^

EVELYN ARNOLD.

«.H \M> l: Alius. MICII.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

<'l \IJ ill ., r i|,ll<.i,

■ >.<-i].. ll<;i.,t I. ,;,<■, l'Mrli«l;i, C')lni«, I'diinhi

Mr while nnil vnrlcKnlrd I'.crnnluin .Ml. of

:i.,w Mni^ ^:.lI^roI flnwrriiiK, Cain. Jjlnk.

'Jtl; ifilid, vurirf(atrcl

«n': 'I |,or KJt)

' • <-iit I'lowrrn.

Ai.i.KK,!. F. A. HAEN8ELMAN,

Denver City Hunttiti, Box an. South Denver, Colo.

aMlE>

n^2^:ivii»ioiv

AUTOMATIC • VENTILATOR.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the best machine in the market. No
shafting used in its construction. Don't buy a Ventilator until you have seen my illus-
trated descriptive circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc. Also Champion
Soil Pulverizer and Sifter. Address

r - SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.

ESTABLISHED

18 66.

MANUFACTURED

N. 5TEFFENS

335 EAST 21^^ ST. NEW YORK.

Red Cedar
Posts

in all sizes and lengths, sawed square, for
walls and benches of greenhouses, shipped
ill full car loads or small lots as desired.

Money Wasted

by using cheap posts, for they soon rot out
and then the house must be rebuilt. Square
Ked Cedar Posts cost a little more but they
will last fifty years.

Time Wasted

when you iry to make a straight wall with
round and crooked locust posts, and this
makes them more expensive than red cedar
and at thai, they do not make so neat a job.
All things considered, there is no other post
so good or so cheap as Square Ked Cedar.

Write lor pricei delivered at your etalion.

Lockland l.umber Co.

LOCKLAND, OHIO.

I'LKASK mention the Amuhican iM.omsT
CTcry time you write to un udvcrtiscra.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

•CYPRESS-

dreeQlioiise Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

MuiiMun Auierloan KlorlMt.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

frfiiii Ixittoin of |;iittor up.
CorrcBpondoncoH(jMfltc(i. KHtltiiiitoB choorfully

ninilnhril.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Seedsmen.

Mention American Klorlnt.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

'95

j\lort[((^rr|bridj^e,lMS5-

STflNDflRD FLOWER POTS.

We Have the Largest Plant tor the Manufacture of Flower Pots in the World.

Do not wait two or three weeks in the huay season for the small potteries to fill your orders with half burned pots.

WE CAN SHIP 200,000 POTS DAILYi ^^'^ ^"^ balance of the SEASON.

We guarantee every 1,000 pots to count out ten hundred after tliey are potted and put on the benches. Send for quotations stating sizes
and quantity wanted.

TO
TAKE
PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

HOT

AIR
PUMPING
ENGINES

A Windmill

Is unrpliable bocau'C it rie
peiuls upon tiie elL'iiiuni.-
for i's power; hydnuilic
rams also dept-iid upon fav-
orabIecondition.<:iuil waste
as much water as they se-
cure. Steam pumps require
skill and \va\\\ i-iimpj; de-
mand labor and time. The

DE LflMATER-RlDER OR
DE LflMflTER-ERICSSOH

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are e.'ipeclally designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or anv
kind of well. They are
simple, sale and relinbh',
require no steam aud havt'
no valves. They require
very little heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.
Send for illustratedcataloguc to

TheDEUMATERRONWOAKS,

87 South Finti Av.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

THE flSSOGIflTlON FLORA,

BOSKOOP. HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

CI-EMATIS In sorts, 3 years per lOO S25.00

SPIR,EA JAPONICA " 4.00

DIELYTRA SPECTABItIS " 4.00

Llllum speclosum, Pseonlas Rhododendrons, Azateaa
H. P. Koses. In best varieties, per lUO Ri.UO: Abel Car-
rlere. Alfred Colomb, Anna Alexleff, A. de Dlesbach,
B. Rothschild, tosher Holmes. Gen. Jack. La France,
Mme. G. Lulzet. Mme. Plantler, Magna Charta. Paul
Neyron, P. C. de Rohan. Perle des Blanches. Ulrlch
Brunner and others. Cataloffue on application.

206 Cambridge Ave., JERSEY CITY, N. J.

Mention American Florist

NEPONSET ^ FLOWER * POTS

of Waterproof Paper, light, durable, unbreakable and cheap.

Tomato Growers have used them with success and
proved their appreciation by repeated orders.

Cabbage Growers have tried them and duplicated their
orders.

Market Growers of Verbenas, Alyssum, Coleus and
other plants, which do not shun moisture, have
used them extensively in repeated seasons.

Recommended for light and safe packing of tender and
valuable plants, for the marketing of Ferns, Dutch
Bulbs, Lily of the valley and the hke.

Cost about 40 per cent less than earthen pots, and
weight considerably lighter, thus saving in first
cost and freight.

For Price List and further particulars address

AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, Station E, New York.
K. & J. FARQUHAR, - - - - Boston, Mass.
V?bo furnish samples, by mall, postpaid, on receipt of
10 CtB. 11 cts. 14 ct«. 17 cts. 22 cts. 40 cts. 60 cts.

For 1 dozen

2H-ln. 2H-ln. 3-in. 3>4-in. 4-ln. Wn. 6-Inch pots.

F. W. BIRD & m^, Sole Manufacturers, EAST WALPOLE, MASS.

GRAPE VINES.

(FOREIGN.)

All the leading varieties for cultivation under gloss.
In following sizes: 1 year. 2 s;eara. and extra strong.
Also Pe»tolies and Nertarines specially prepared
for forcing In pots antl tuba Orders booked for
specially prepared fruiting plants of Vines. Nectarines,
Peaches, Strawber les. Fall of ''.U delivery.

JOHN G. GARDNER,

W

They Don't Break. Sold by all Dealers.
B.CLEVES, Pat. AMfr., Bingliamton, N.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

JARDINIERES. ALL SIZES.

J. M. YOUNG & CO.,

37 & 39 Murray St.,
NEW YORK.

796

The American Florist

Mar. 22,

Express Rates.

Below appear extracts of trade interest
from the classification adopted jointly by
the following express companies:
Adams Express Company,
American Express Company,
National Express Company,
Northern Pacific Express Company,
Pacific Express Company,
Southern Express Company,
United States Express Company,
Wells Fargo & Company's Express.

Plants — Completely boxed, and packed
so they may be handltd without extra
care, general special rate. Between points
where no general special is in force, plants
packed as above may be taken at 20%
less than merchandise rate, pound rates;
minimum charge 35 cents, prepaid or
guaranteed.

Shrubs — For setting, when boxed or
baled and strawed, prepaid or guaran-
teed, general special rate. Between points
where no general special is in force, shrubs
may be taken at 20% less than merchan-
dise rate, at pound rates; minimum charge
35 cents. This applies only to points
reached by rail.

Trees — For setting, when boxed or
baled and strawed, prepaid or guaran-
teed, general special rate. Between points
where no general special is in force trees
may be taken at 207c less than merchan-
dise rates, at pound rates: minimum
charge 35 cents. This applies only to
points reached by rail.

[The general special rates are usually
about 20% less than merchandise rate, so
the special reduction is 20% less than
merchandise rate to all points.]

Seeds may be carried between all points
at merchandise rates (pound rates); min-
imum charge, 50 cents, for each company
carrying, unless graduate rate or section
D rates are less. But the above will not
apply to exclusive offices of Wells, Fargo
& Co. west of Ogden and El Paso.

Section D. — Prepaid Rates — Forman-
ufacturerg, publishers and dealers, to rail-
road points only, within the United States
and Canada.

The following articles may be carried at
lo cent i for each IV2 lbs., or less, and for
single packages exceeding IVi lbs., one
cent for each additional two ounces or
fraclion thereof, unless the graduated rate
is leii». If the through rate exceeds $8.50
per 100 lbs., no package weighing over 4
lb«., except single books, will be carried
at these rates.

[\Vc extract from the list the items of
trade interest as below. — Ed.]
Bl'lhr, O.nion Sets, Scions,

Catalogues, Plants, Seeds,
Cutti.vos, Roots, Show Cards.

Note.— I'ackages of bulbs or seeds ex-
ceeding 40 ounces in weight, 4 cents [itr
package less than rate of Vii cent |K'r
ounce, unlrfs regular graduate is less.
When graduated or other rates quotcl in
this card nrc less than these, they should
\k applied. When shipments arc ordered
rctarncd these rates apply.

Rate of PosUkc on Seeds, Plants, Etc.

We give Iwlow nn cxnct copy of I<ulr41
from the Official Postal Ouide for lK;i4.

"By the act opproved July 24, IHHH,
the (lostnge on seeds, cuttings, roots,
scions and plants is at the rate of one
cent for each two ounces or fniction
thereof. Iiried plants, (ruith and rut
flowers arc subject to the rate of one cent
perouncc."

Dmensloiis ol tbis Box :

2b Inches long by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches high.

Two sections.

This ■wooden box iiu-elj- 8tnine<l mul varnished, 18x30x12,
made In two sectiunB, one for each size letter, given away with lirst order of 51)0 letters.

.A.OrEIPS'X'Si
A. Rolker & Sons, New York.
Marsohuet/. * Co.. 35 N. 4th .St., Fhlla., Pa.
F. K. .•McAllister. 33 Uey St., New York.
A. I). I'erry Jt Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,

New York.
A. Herrnian. 415 E. 34th St., New York.
Krnst Kaulmanu Si Co., 113 N. 4th St., Phlla.
H. Haycrsdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for

Canada.
E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, 111.
Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Alason St r

Milwaukee, Wis.
H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cin-
cinnati, <).
T. W. Wood & Sons. 6tli and Itlarshall Sts.,

Kichmnnd, Va.
tias. kick's .Sons, Rochester, N. Y.
C. A. Kuehn, 1133 Pine St., St. Loolg, Mo.
I>. 15. Lone:, ISuflklo, New Y'ork.
C. F. Huntingt4>n & Co., Indlnnapolls* lud.
■L. Ue Forest Ely &, Co., 1034 Market St.,

Philadelphia, Pa.
Portland seed «'o., 171 3d St., Portland, Ore.
.\. Herman, 415 E. 34tli St., New York.
<ieo. .v. Sutlierlanil.*>7 Hroinlield St., Itoston.
Web-li Itros.. No. l.V Iteacon St., Hoston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co.. 1 .Music HaU Place,

ISoston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.

mnlactnre THE BEST LETTERS IN TEE KARKET,

Sizes 1M-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
fastener with each letter.

OUR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $4.00 per 100.

N. F. McCAKTHT,

Treas. & Mangr.

Address 13 Green St..
Boston, Mass.

Address sit correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We have a now FASTENER which we consider
a decided sQCcess. Any cnstomers having old style
fasteners which they wish to eichanKe. can do so
without additional cost by writing us.

These IvCtters are handled by

Fenster Pappe,

the new German sub-
') stitute for glass on
frames. For detail see our Catalogues.
We furnish original Rolls of about 110
yards for $9.00 net cash. Trial Rolls,
enough to cover four sashes for $1.00
cash: these latter will travel by express
for little cost, weighini; below 10 lbs.

PUP9C I 09VDC (Sago Palm), natural
UJbao LCaTCO, prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 4 5c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

DPCiflrnQ "'^ ''^^' winter cem-
UCOIgllOi etery decoration, in
rich assortment of tasteful designs:
Wreaths. Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc.,
in green or white foliage.

Supplies of all Kinds, ;i',:i,'rs,

Cape I lowers, Wlieat Sheaves. Flower Bas-
kets, Pot Holders, Plant Stands, Fern
Dishes, etc., etc.; all tiuoied in our beauti-
fully and richly Illustrated new Trade

List mailetl tree. Address

August Roiker &, Sons,

Metal

136 & 138 W. 24th St.,
P. 0. Station E.

New York.

HUNTINGTON SEED GO.
Florists' : Supplies,

66 E Washington St ,

INDIANAPOI.IS, IITD.

Standard Flower Pali, Dried Graiiot. Fancy Haikels
Metal Detigni. Ttmlr OiIii1"k"'' i""il''l Ircc.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw tiie advertisement in the
American Florist.

Buy your FLORISTS' SUPPLIES of

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.

113 North 4th Street,
^" PHILADELPHIA, PA.

\\ «• .Manur4<-1 lire our own GoocIh
and arc largre Importers*

WE SOLICIT A TRIAL ORDER IN

Wheat Sheaves, Metallic Sesigfiis,
Celluloid and Fancy Baskets, Cycas
Leaves, Cape Flowers, Bonqnet Pa-
pers, Pot Covers, or anything you
may want in that Line.

MEDAL AWARDED at World's Columbian Exposition.
S4'ii<l for CiitaloKtM'.

WHITE DOVES

FOR rLORtSTS.

l.nru*'Ki itixl llnt'Ht ntook tn ttio Ullttod
siiitcH. WrtU- fur prIouH to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St.. Jersey City. N. J.

I MIC SAI.K IIV: A IIiTiimnn. !•'. K. MnAlllntur
ll.'..<l .V Krlhir. N. SU'lIi'iiK. Ni'W V<irk ; W. I'. Krlok
llni.iklyn. ,N. Y,; II. lliijcrKcliirrcT .V Co.. I'lillii,; .1. M.
MerulliMiuli'f* Snim mill II. I.. Hiiriikirtiniiili. Cliiiilnrmtl,
II. : ,1. M. (iiihiii'r. cli'TclMiiil.ii : l>. II. I/ihiu. lliiiTiilu, N.
V.;.l. t\ Viiiitfhdii, ('lilcauii: WIhcoiihIm KIiiwit Kx-

I'hiiMiii!. Mllwiiiikou: Will. Kllln HI l^iiiiln; lOil. B.

Si'liiiilil. WiinliliiKlmi. I). ('.; <l. W. I^iirroy X Co . Noah-
vlUi'. 'Irnn.; 'I' W Wiiml ,V Hmm. Uloliiimiiil. Vii.; U.
.1. Vlmln. Now orloniih, l.ii ; C. A Kilolin. HI. Liiiilii; N.
K. Mel iirlhy .V lii. Ilnhlnn. .Mum..

MflRSGHUETZ & GO..

FlOrlSlS' SUDDli6S,

23 & 2B N. 4lh St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Sriiil for f-'-i^ipi- — -^

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797

THE ONLY POTTERY IN THE UNITED STATES
:iM[al5:in8: a SiDeoialtjr of P^r^OX^V'B^I^ I*Oa:'S.

•«va.i«h;mousb:si

Jackson Avenue and Pierson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, L. I.
Randolph Avenue and Union Street, JERSEY CITY, N. J.

F"- A. OT O le'S' :

713 to 719 Wharton St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

LAWN VASES.

We have a new style of Vases, largest in the
market for the money, holding from three pecks
to over one bushel of soil, ornamented with vine
and leaves, suitable for cemeteries, parks and cot-
tage grounds, which we offer at the following
prices for cash f. o. b.

J7xl8 inches SI. 00 each; extra base 11 inches
high 50 cents each.

a}x22 inches SI. 50 each; extra bpse 13 inches
high 75 cents each.

Parties ordering six or more vases will be
allowed 25 per cent discount. One florist last
spring filled with plants and sold li5 vases.

Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
. . Fort Edward, N. Y.

Autcust Rolker .K; Sons, llifi .t l;« w. 24tli St.. New Vork
City. At;ent8 for New York.

Standard Flower Pois.

25 PER CENT. OFF for cash with order until fur-
ther notice. A large stock on hand of good, strong
pots. PRICE LIST, lor any number:

13i-lnch pots, per IttlU, Ki UO
2 -Inch pots, " 3 25
2U-lnch pots. ■• 3 m
2H-lnch pots, ■• 4 IKl
-Inch puts. •' 5 01)

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

I.argest In the state. FORT EDWARD, N. Y.

AuKUst Rolker & Sons. I:*; & 138 W. 21th Street, New
York City. New York Anents.

Mention American Florist.

:lili-lnch pots, per lUUI, W 25
4 -Inch pots. •• H 00
6 -Inch pots. " 13 8U
i; hich pots. •• 22 00
r -Inch puts, ■■ 35 00

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the firm of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

OFMMCKf
403 North Salina Street. SYRACUSE. N. Y.

Standard Flower Pots

^MDur new Pottery, new Macliinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
in the market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

GEORGE MESSINGER, Manager.

E^^st: :Broote:*ielci,

Mention American Florist.

'SiiS.&.m^t

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write tor Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

798

The American Florist.

Mar. 22,

Nashville, Tenn. — Mr. Joe Browne has
purchased the greenhouse business of the
late L. C. Lischy and will conduct same
under the titIe"The Lischy Greenhouses."
Mr. Brown was general manager for Mr.
Lischy for over twenty years, so there is
practically no changein themanagement.

B.\XGOR, Me. — John Sheehan a well-
known gardener, died on Thursday,
March 8. Messrs. J. G. Dunning, G. G.
Dunning and James .\. Dunning have
formed a copartnership in the seed busi-
ness at Mercantile Square.

You CAN never invest $2 to better ad-
vantage than in a copy of our trade
directorv and reference book.

DoYoulntendto Build

THIS SEASON?

Id these days of Low Prices and Sharp
Competition

ECONOMY is the

FIRST CONSIDERATION.

Poor Quality GLASS is no Economy. We
can give you glass which is Abso-
lutely Perfect for

Modern Greenhouse Construction.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES.

Send for Estimate.

Satisfaction Guaranteed"

REED GLASS CO.,

65 Warren Street, and

46, 48 & 50 College Place,

NEW YORK CITY.

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The Historical Words "YOU GIT! YOU BET!" reversed,

You bet you git the best workmanship, the clearest lumber and the greatest
value for your money when you send us your orders for

CLEAR CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.

We have had eleven years experience in this line. We introduced Cypress for
greenhouse construction. We have made many improvements in the con-
struction of greenhouses. We carry in stock many different desij ns of Rafters
and Sash Bars, and everything else from the bottom of gutters up. Our facil-
ities are large and we are prepared to furnish on short notice material of our
own designs or any special designs you may want, and all of open-air-dried
spot clear Cypress Lumber which we have bought for many years of one party
at $4.00 to $5.00 per 1000 feet above the price of Cypress generally used,
because this particular growth of Cypress is as soft and as tree from warping
as White Pine and has none of the knots, sap and other defects so common to
White Pine. Every foot of our stock is guaranteed Spot Clear. Write for
circulars and estimates. No trouble to furnish plans when necessary.

LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIOUITY.

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

JOHN C. MOMNCJER, X

297 Hawthorne Art., S

CHICAGO. ILL. H

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, GHIGA60.

NQiiMk Gas Mffi fiuflss,

FOR GREENHOUSES.

Miiniion AniitrioKn Klortnt.

FRENCH GLASS conservatories, rose houses, Etc. Etc.
■VAIVIIOWIVIC, OieiFTl^I^r* «e oo.,

Il.l|if>rl«<ri< ill I'LATK i.iKl WINKOW .JI.ASH. Muiliirixaiir.ir* of HKNT HI. ASS
i.imI I'KKNCII MIKKOKH.

131-133-135-137 FRANKLIN 8TBEET. NB-W YO««K.

N<rt« IniiKirUKl (ilsiw I. iimmI In Iho Iwat iirado »r (IroonhuuM) bulldlnu

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NATURAL-GAS-MADE

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OUTSIDE VIEW OF FACTORY.

FOR

Rose Houses, Conservatories,

-JtpTDC^*-

D. H. ROBERTS.

159 to 161 South Fifth Avenue,

1 Ht^

INTERIOR VIEW OF FACTORY,

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DEPOT FOR THE FAMOUS

Chambers & McKee Glass Co.s Glass.

-^^•1^

Mr. W. A. Burnhani of the Lord and Burnham Co. delivered a lecture before the Massachusetts Horticultural
Society on Saturday, Feb. I6th, his subject being "Greenhouse Construction." He spoke highly of American glass, the
manufacture of which has now reached a high state of perfection, the double thick glass averaging nearly ten per cent,
thicker and stronger than the French glass, which in a hail storm may easily mean the difference between a broken
roof or one that stood the storm. The Lord & Burnham Co. buy our Glass.

800

The Americax Florist.

Mar. 22,

Zion Gardens.

"Zion Gardens, Steward ,

Plants, flowers and Salads," is the word-
ing of a sign to be seen in a Canadian
city. On Saturdays the steward hangs
out another sign which reads: "Visitors
welcome every day but the Sabbath,
which is the Lord, thy God'«."

But sad to relate the steward was re-
cently fined for transgressing a municipal
law against working on the Sabbath.
He said that if he was a Jew he had com-
mitted no sin but that if he was not then
he had sinned, .\fter this presentation of
the case the magistrate fined him anyway
to make sure. R.

R. W. CARMAN, Flushing, L. 1.

Dear 5(r.— Please send us by Star Union
Line Freight (Pennsylvania Line), another 5
gallon can of Little's Antipest. We are not
yet out, nor do we want to get out of it,
for we think it indispensable and have sent
you several cusioniers by recommending it.
Please hurry it through.

Very truly yours,

THE' GOOD & REESE CO.

Victory ! Victory ! Victory !

The only Certificate of
Merit awarded for ventila-
ting apparatus at the St.
Louis Convention was to
the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The Ilorist's friend in
working and prices

No.e

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break as is
the result with others.

Opens Sash uniform
on too foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Esti-
mates.

Brooklyn, N. Y., Jan. 15, 1S94.
R. W. CARMAN.

Dear 5jV.— Please send me 2 gallons of
Little's Antipest. Have used your Antipest
with great results last season. 1 was troubled
considerably with the large black ants in
Greenwood Cemetery, but by using your
Antipest drove them all off. Have also used
it on all kinds of soft and hard wooded
plants, with the best results. I would also
suggest to you to send circulars of your
Antipest to the dif erent Supt. of cemeteries,
also to florists who attend to plots in the
cemeteries, as it will save them trouble and
annoyances from the black ants who de-
stroy plants and mounds.

Yours truly, CHAS. KROMBACH.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse i Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

E. HIPPARD, Youngstown, Ohio.

Best for Greenhouses.

Our illustrated book "How best

to Heat our Homes" gives

the reason why. We

seud it free.

Hot Water '^-^ *«^mk^ the best is cheapest.

i l\J \ l-V 1 t.rv GURNEY

Heaters and Radiators) Gyrney Hot Water Healer Co,

FOR HEATING

Dwellings, Public Buildings, Etc.
BY

HOT WATER CIRCULATION.

IIFAO OFKU'R:

163 Franklin St., Boston, Mass.

IIU.VNCH IH-FU'B:
&9 WabANh Are., Chleago, lit.

BKM.INfl AGRNCIES:

Joliuaoii & Co., 71 Jdlin St.,

New Yorlt.
4. C. F. 'I'rnrhHol. L'4ti Arch St,

t'liihi<l<-;|)lnii.

DOUBLE CROWN.

WAWr* mti<\*:'<\ Kit; t-:-t <A niulfHiil. Bholl. flrotxix
hoet« and boO* of stC"). wat«T npiico nil iimund
tw*tr\K. atOt'* nn'l tjiuki. VVrlio fur Infortnatlnn.

IRON

Reservoir Vases

Lawn Settees,|
and Chairs

FURMAN BOILERS

Economical - Substantial - Safe;

56 STYLES ANO SIZES-BURNS HARD OR SOFT COAL.

.Modern Hot-Water Heating

Th.-r r...il.TH h;
unci .stifctv, ami un-

a lilj'li rrpuiatinri fnr ,
GHEAT COAL bAVENb.

>i.-iiitirhn('RH, nnriiltility
.MmiMiiim Krictlon iind

MaximuiiiVi'tocilyonlyohtalnodbvVERTICAL WATER CIRCULATION.

Hrnd for m-w J6<l pii^jo l)(M>k ^,'ivlnj..' full jmrtlciilarM antl u ^n'l'at

(Iciil of vftliinlili" InforrrmMnti on iiUHirrii Ijctitlni,' and Vontltullon,

>*. Willi plaiirA unil tahli'H fur curruct liut-wutt.-r W4)rk. Muilrd free.

a6 Vine Street,

Addr^M HERENDEEN MFQ. CO.,

Menlton American Klorlnt.

GENEVA, N.Y.

Ar« .VfantirMf tiirrd tiy

Mcdonald bros.

COLUMBUS, OHIO.

Ttw l«nr(.-«t rnaniifrw-tiiriTMof \\M-*t*u*>iAn In thoworM.
W« ttauo » lant* 10 [Miito IlluiitniLtMi raUtlrjtfUu, wtilrh
will \m Mnt froQ on applkaitl'jti. M«nlluti Am. Floiiat.

theMALTESE cross BRAND

THEVERYBESTOP GARDEN & LAWN

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TRADEMARK

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TtieGiittaPerclia&Riil)l)erMltCo."°ci';^:r"'

, Wirrnn Slrool
NFW YORK

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801

SPRING POETRY— The Poet was killed.

When Spring, Spring, gentle Spring I Holy smoke, a Florist spoke:
Comes springing in like a smiling lass; Put on the air quick as you can;

Old Sol — the Sun, just for fun. This "New Departure" will stop the torture

Raises ''Sheol" under glass. I And it saves the work of an extra man.

This is the

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New Departure.

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The New Departure on Duty.

It is the CHEAPEST and BEST appliance ever put on the marlcet. Send for a Catalogue and get a new idea
on Greenhouse Construction.

J. D. CARMODY, Evansville, Ind.

TmsjsTHE AMERICAN CHAMPION
WATER HEATER.

FOR GREENHOUSE HEATING BY HOT WATER SYSTEM.

It is made by a Florist especially for Florists' use. It can be enlarged
at any time more heat is needed, and it burns soft coal without clogging.

J. D. CARMODY, evansville, ind,

SEND FOR DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE.

ESTABLISHED 1854.

Devine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

(^ p- « » ^ <» ^
i, '' -4

Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-inch pipe.

Send for New List.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 189 STAT£ STREET.

WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

♦ ■ • OHIOA.OO.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y.
-ft^Send for Catalogue.

Please mention the American Florist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi-
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. GO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

h;<.

c3-MANZ

£^ COMPANY'

WOOD tNCQAVlNO j^ HALF-TONt PROCt*>&-

ZINC cTCHiNOiJc J* ifc WAX PRoctas -

COPPtR ETCMINO iJ ELrCTROTNT'lNC. ■

OUIi

163 A\oNRPL- Street-

■ ■■ CHICAGO- - -

SASH LIFTEE Al MGES

will do the work and cost you less than any other.

Send your name and address and we will

mail you description and price.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.
244 Freeport Street BOSTON. MASS.

PATENTC

I Trade-Marks. Copyrights, Etc. ^^ ■

1 GHflNDLEE & MflCflULEy,vI/

Atlantic Building, WASHINGTON, D C.

802

The American Florist.

Mar. 22,

Index to Advertisers.

Adv. Rates, etc 774

American Boiler Co... 802

Arnold Evelyn 79J

Baker Pbebe A 7s6

Bailer F A "sy

Barnard W W 4 C-D. . . .772

Battin C S 77S

Bayersdorfer H 4 Co . .750

Bay Sute Hdw Co SUI

BeU \V T 7fS

BergerHHiCo 789

Bird FW A Son ..7«)

Black Charles TTy

Blanc A. . . .77? 77C 777 7VI

BonsaUJosE 7.f>

Boston Letter Co . ?.t>

Brackenrldge & Co 772

Bra^rueL B 77t»

Breck Joseph & Sons. .782

Brooks Sisters 7)?4)

Brown R S i Sons. . . . 7S5

Brown 4 Canfleld 7711

Browne Joe »m

Banting Samuel J 7St

Boms 4 Raynor 775

Bnrpee W Atlee 4 Co..r;r

Burrow JG 770

Cal. Seed Balb4 riant

Co r.O

Carman BW 7So SUO

Carmody J D SOl

CosUiMrsN L 785

Chandlec 4 Macauley.SOl

ChanJIerFL 7S0

Chltty HE 781 782

Clark Bros 777

Cleves W B T!6

Coles WW T-.C

Connell Benj . . . 781

Connelly John J T«2

Corbrey * McKellar. .~i
Cottage Gardens The. .783

Crane AH 788

CrltchellBP 4 Co....7;«

Crane Stephen 784

Curwen J<.ihn Jr 780

Dalliedouze Bros rs

Pavts A Magee "^

Deam ud .1 B 4 Co 775

Ue Cock.lules 7.'l

De Laraaler Iron Wk8.?.t5
Denver <"lty Nurseries 7.M
Devlne B Boiler Wks.. .801

DeWItt J T 781

DIllonJL, ?.»)

Domer »Yed 4 Son 781

DreerH A 777 7hk

Eckardt Theo 4 Co....77y

BUlott W U 774

Ellison Wra 774

Ellwiinger \ Barry — 771'
Essex Heights (loral

Co 781

Erenden Bros 7ffi

Felhelm Lyman "VM

Kelthousen J E ....T7» 781

Fisher Peter 4 Co 781

Forstermann 1 772

Fravell MrsiJeoR 7Si)

Frost James 7".B

Gardner John G ?J6

Gardiner Jno 4 Co. 777

Gibson JC 7J1

GrllBthNS TTU

Gnmey Heater Co ...800
Gutla Pcrcha 4 Rubber

MfgCo HOU

Hall Ajs'n HU2

Hammond BenJ ?J1

Hancock 4 Son T81

Han James 775

Hart4Cronse 7V8

Hartford HB TTG

lltlnl JnoO 7*4

Ihlnl Jos 778

Ililu- Floral Co 7W

Ilirrlj I'lUT 782

llirin.lwn MfilCo HOO

Hcrr AlbertM 7B1

I Icmiianim Seed Store ?.tl

Hews A M 4Co 7^6

llllnngur Bros 7.1

Mill K<; ACo ?.ei

HIppard K 8IJU

HIU'lilngsACo MS Mil

Hw.ker II M Co TW

lloranKOwC 776

Horan J«« 7iB IK?

Moyl II I) Tfll

If tiglifm A Stennon 77TI

HuFl K J T*

HulMt^MCh Bprjs 777

Humphrey C B 7IC

Hunt K H 776

llantM A 778 7V1

Hunter Frank D 77&

lluntlngVjn Heed C0...7W

Irvine John C>j 7V1

Jonnlngci K B 7«

J..-«t/-fi ' II TT" TB

Jordan Floral Co 779

Joy4Son 77S

Eanfmann Ernst 4 Co.TW
Kennlcott Bros Co. 771 775

Sroeschell Bros Co SCO

KuehnC A 774

KuhlGeo A 7;«

Lamb James M 7S^

La Boche 4 Stahl 774

Little MB 780

Lockland Lumber Co.. .

7M 7S8

LongDanI B 774 788

Lonsdale Edwin. ...770 781
Lord 4 Bumham Co. . .802
LovettJ TCo. .

786 788 78;) 790

Ixiwville Greenhouses. 780

LutherS E 7S.S

McBelh Thos A & Co. .78(1
McBride Alei.... 781

McCarthy N F4C0....775

McDonald Bros SUO

McFarland J U 787

McFarland J H Co 7SB

MandaW A 770

Mam J 4 Co Slrt

Marscbuetz 4 Co 796

Marshall EP 781

May Johns 781 785

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co 777

Mlllang Bros 775

Miller Jno M 770

Moninger JnoC 71W

Myer84Co 802

National Plant Co TiV

Oasis Nursery Co T87

Olsen & Hughes. ... 775

Ouwerkerk P 795

Parmenter Mfg Co 797

Pennock C J 781

Pennock Sam 1 8 774

Peters John J 793

PetersonJ. A 78U

Hllsbury I L 789

Plerson F R Co 804

Plke4 Ellsworth 788

Pittsburg Clay Mfg Co. 797
Quaker City Mach Co. .802
Randall A L ..773 775

Reed Glass Co 798

Rein berg Bros .... 771 778

Kenard Joseph 781

Reuters J 781

Roberts »)H 799

RoehrslhdO 775

HoemerWed 790

Rolker A 4 Soni.77B 793 796

RussellSJ 796

Sander 4 Co 772

Saul John 770

ScollayJohnA 801

Segers 4 Co 777

Shelmlre WR 782

Sheridan W F 775

8lebrecht4 Wadley..
Slmn-ons \V P 4 Co..

Situations, wants

Smith Nathan 4 Son.
SpauldlngT II..

SteCensN 794

SlemmlerTW 779

Storrs 4 Harrison Co. .

778 790

Streby 80 7.12

Struck J N4Bro 7.M

Sunderbruch H L — 774
Sunset Seed 4 Plant Co784

Sutherland Goo A 774

Swayne Edward 781

BwayneWm 781

Syracuse Pottery Co. . .7.17

Teas E Y 790

Tllton Bros 789

Tricker Wm 7S9

Ulbrtcht FJ 7S5

United States Nuni's. .77J
Van Home GriflTen 4

Co 7J8

Van Velsen P 4 Sons. .777
Vaaghan J C....7IU 786 7W

WataonGC 774

Wcatbered's SonsT W .802

WeeberADoD 77U

Welch Bros 774

WestGeoW 777

WhIIIdIn PotCo ..7.r7

Whitum H 4 Sons .... 791
WIndmlller M 4 SonB..7K7
Wisconsin Flower Bx. .7.r2

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CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MARCH 29, 1894.

No. 304

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Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
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at Atlantic City, N. J., August, 1894.

CONTENTS.

Trees for city use ... ' " 805

Among Chicago growers 806

What IS a fungicide ... 806

Palm Villa, New Orleans (2 illus) 807

Construction of contract for planting. . . . 807

Carnations— exhibiting 808

New York 808

Philadelphia 809

Boston 810

Chicago 810

Worcester, Mass 812

St. Louis ... 812

Liability of express company 812

Washington 814

Catalogues received 816

Otaheite orauges 816

The seed trade 818

Detroit . 818

Baltimore 820

Dropping of rosebuds 822

Toronto 834

Hartford, Conn 826

Patents Recently Granted.

Flower pot, W. L. Vestal, San Bernard-
ino, Cal.; Lawn sprinkler, Samuel H.
Stott, Fullwood, Eng., assignor to Stott
Garden Implement Co., New York; Lawn-
mower, Frank M. Waters, Dayton, 0.;
Seed rack, Alex. Forbes, Jersey City, N. J.,
and Alex G. O'Neil, New York, assignors
to Peter Henderson & Co.; Rotary lawn-
mower, Alex. B. Schermerhorn, Athens,
Pa.; Weed-cutter, R. H. Douglass, Col-
ville, Wash.; Weeding-hoe, Abram Evans,
Corsica, O.; Tree-protector, P. Clines,
Martinsburg, Mo.; Apparatus for apply-
ing insecticides, etc., Gabriel Boas, Bos-
ton, Mass.; Seed-cleaner, Jos. W. Henry,
Westport, Mo.; Buttonhole bouquet
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Lawn-mower, Wm. Bayley, Springfield,
O.; Lawn-sprinkler, Wm. Rundquist, El-
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Trees for City Use.

THE KINDS TO PLANT, AND HOW TO TREAT
THEM.

BY JOSEPH jrEEH.4X.

[Read before the Pennsylva7iia Hoiiicultural So-
ciety at its February meeting.]

The subject of trees for city use is one of
interest to all of us. We know what a
boon shade is to us, how all of us look for
it, and how little of it those of us who
live in the city get. There are, really, no
shade trees in our city worthy of the
name. It cannot be disputed that trees
in a city have a hard time of it. Poor
soil, leaky gas pipes, asphalt and other
tight pavements, operate against them.
On the other hand there are cities in
which trees have been made to flourish,
showing that streets lined with beautiful
trees is not an impossibility. I^ hardly
needs saying that we do not succeed in
our city in having spreading shade trees,
because of a lack of intelligent under-
standing of the requirements of trees. It
will never perhaps, be much better than
it is to-day, it certainly cannot improve
much while every property owner plants
a tree or not in front of his property as it
suits him. And when he has planted it,
he retains full control over it, chops the
limbs off it — pruning it, he calls it — and
otherwise mutilates it as he sees fit. The
city should have control of the streets so
far as the planting and care of trees are
concerned; not till then will there be trees
worthy of the name. I have said it will
never be much better than it is under the
present system because of a lack of knowl-
edge of the requirements of trees. It was
because I hoped to make some useful sug-
gestions that I consented to your Secre-
tary's request to prepare this paper for
you this evening.

In regard to the proper kinds of shade
trees for our city, any one who has seen
those of Washington, knows that, with
good care, almost any tree would answer.
But we must take things as we find them,
and not name kinds for general use avail-
able only in the hands of the skilled. In
streets already planted here and there
with trees, and where someone wishes to
plant a few more, the following list may
be selected from. They are named in the
order I would prefer them for my own
use: Norway maple, sugar maple, silver
maple, linden, plane, catalpa, horse chest-
nut, paper birch andpaulownia. Of these,
the Norwav and the sugar maple and the
plane are the most planted at the present
day. The Norway makes a dense and
spreading growth, the sugar, a more up-
right one, the plane is noted for its pyra-
mid-like outline. The silver maple fellinto
disrepute because that it was so often
seen with mutilated trunks, made so by
those ignorant of how to prune it. It is
a tree of large size in time, so is the lin-
den, the plane and the horse chestnut.
The catalpa I would plant is the Western

one, speciosa, which is much more of a
tree than the spreading one, bignonioides,
which is native to these parts. When
birch trees are mentioned, visions of col-
umnar trees with thin foliagecome before
us, but the paper birch is not such a tree
at all. It has large foliage, and is of a
rather spreading habit, and makes a good
shade. Besides this we get its lovely
white bark. The paulownia is but little
known as a street tree; but it might be
used to good advantage. Its very large
leaves, and its blue, trumpet shaped blos-
soms recommend it. Many of you may
be familiar with the large specimen in In-
dependence Square. I would place the
horse chestnut further up the list were it
not for the leaf blight which sometimes
destroys the foliage in mid-summer. But
let me say heie, that there are now well-
known fungicides with which to preserve
the foliage of our trees, and insecticides
also, to use where needed. Spraying en-
gines to do the spraying can be had, and
fruit growers in all parts of the country
are alive to the fact, and are preserving
their trees and their fruit.

As to spring or fall planting, it makes
no difierence. The trees named do as well at
one time as the other. Unless in localities
where the natural soil exists in its orig-
inal purity it is better to dig out a moder-
ate cart load of soil and fill in with fresh,
good earth. Rank manure should not be
used at all, but that a year or more old,
well decayed, may be mixed with the soil
moderately, but good planters think it
better that it be not in direct contact with
the roots, so unmixed earth is first
thrown in to cover the roots. It is well
known good practice to do some pruning
before planting. Just how much is deter-
mined by examining the roots. All trees
lose more or less roots in digging. If but
few are lost, but little pruning of the top
is called for, if many are, a good deal of
the top must comeaway. Non-attention
to this is the cause of the loss of thous-
ands of trees. Numerous branches make
more mouths than the roots can supply,
and in the struggle, the trees die. Do not
be afraid of a good pruning of the top.
There is another reason for pruning at
planting. The trees may be unshapely,
the branches too low, or the top spind-
ling. Pruning, or cutting away of
branches to remedy these defects, aid the
roots at the same time. This pruning ac-
complished,the tree is ready to be planted.
A good-sized tree needs two men, one to
hold the tree and tramp or pound the
earth in, the other, to throw the earth
into the hole. Let the soil be as fine as
possible, as the finer it is the closer it can
be got into contact with the roots, a
most essential point towards gaining suc-
cess. As each shovelful is thrown in,
tramp it in, and continue to do it until it
is finished. In regard to watering these
trees, it is rarely necessary with decidu-
ous ones. The soil is generally damp

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enon^b. I have, however, found great
benefit from watering them when planted
in a dry time, such as early fall often is.
In such cases proceed with the planting
as recommended, but when about half
the soil has been filled in, pour a bucket-
ful or two of water in, let it thoroughly
soak away, then finish the filling in.

We will now suppose the trees are planted
and are flourishing. The question of prun-
ing then comes in. Taking the Norway and
sugar maples as examples, but very little
pruning will be necessary at any time.
Sometimes a branch or t wo will sho w a d is-
positionto get too much ahead of the rest,
and must be shortened in. Branches may
be too close together, and need cutting
out. The proper time to do this work is
just as soon as the need of it is perceived.
Every summer and every winter look ovei
your trees, and you can do with a small
pocket knife what will suffice to make
beautiful specimens of them and that
which, if not done then, may need saw
and hatchet a few years later. I have
seen lovely large trees that were never
touched with anything larger than a
strong pruning knife. Many of our strag-
gling, uncouth looking street trees, could
have been made bushy, good shaped ones
if a little annual summer pruning had
been given them. Nothing equals summer
pruning to make trees bushy. Take
off the points of the growing shoots
— it can be done with the finger and
thumb very often — and out come the
side shoots, a dozen in the place of
one. Do not forget that where you
cut in winter you get but one or two
shoots in place of one, and those more
rank than the one cut away, while sura
mer pruning gives the dozen of small
twigs that make the trees bushy. It is
the ignorant topping of our street trees
in winter which has made them a dis-
grace to behold. There are hundreds and
hundreds of trees in our city which would
have been far more satisfactory to their
owners today if barbarians had never
been allowed to touch them. The Caro-
lina poplar, a really beautiful and fast
growing tree when young and when sum-
mer pruned, being such a rank grower, is
a favorite with those of the saw and
hatchet, and the mutilated specimens of
this tree do more to disfigure our streets
than those of any other kind.

Among Chicago Growers.

It IB always a pleasure to visit the ad-
mirably conducted establishment of li.
Wicnhocber & Co., at Park Kidpc. As
usual the place this year is looking ex-
ceedingly well.

The range of rose houses, built in the
most modern and approved style, contain
a line of the leading varieties such as
licautici. Bridesmaid, Mermets, Brides,
Cusin, I'crle, Gontier, La France, etc. At
the present writing most of the houses
arc off crop and don't show at their licst.
but the stock is growing vigorously and
promises a heavy cut this spring.

Of Itcnuties wc find two houses which
iliow Home very good bloom and a
splendid new growth breaking from the
roots. .\Ir. Ivnrl, the foreman in charge,
remarks regarding this variety: "With
us the Beauty has always Ixrhaved well
and the cut this year haslKcn n»gf)'>d,as
could reasonably Ik- cxjicctcd. At this
•cnson of the year you will finti more or
less crippled flowers but on the whole we
find little trouble on this score. .Neither
arc wc troublcil much with blind woorl.
These shoots," smilingly remarks Mr.
Karl, noticing probably our rather skep-
tical glance which wasdirccted to n num-

ber of rather lanky individuals several
yards long, "will all set buds. You see
when they run up so high as to threaten
to raise the roof on the house, we bend
them down horizontally for a distance
and then tie the tip up straight again.
This nearly always brings a bloom."

These roses as well as all other varieties
except hybrids are grown on benches, the
center benches with a slope to the south.
The side bench on the south in both these
houses is planted with Mme. Cusin.
Speaking about this rose Mr. Earl re-
marks: "The Cusin with us is one of the
most difficult roses to grow. We have
experimented with it for a number of years,
and though it has certainly not been a
failure, yet we have never been able to do
it real well. It evidently don't relish our
soil, at least this is our opinion, so next
year we propose to give it a trial in a dif-
ferent soil."

Bridesmaid is looking fine. Says Mr.
E: "This rose is bound to become a prime
favorite. As regards growth and habit
it is identical with Mermet and with us
readily yields to the same treatment. It
flowers equally as free, the colorof course
is far superior." The weak point of this
rose complained of by some growers that
the flower stems are not strong enough
to bear up the blooms well, is not seen in
the stock grown here. It compares fav-
orably in every respect with Mermet.

"What do you think of Kaiserin, Mr.
Earl?" we asked. "Well, I like the ap-
pearance of the rose very much, and there
is little doubt that it will prove a good
seller, but the question is will it pay to.
grow it? I see by the eastern market re-
ports that Kaiserin has made her appear-
ance again in the market after a retire-
ment of several months, during which
time little or nothing was seen of her.
Now that doesn't look very encouraging.
A rose that produces little or nothingdur-
ingtwoor three of the best months of the
season hasn't got a first-class certificate. I
should like to know a little more about
this rose before tackling it, and if some of
the brethren who have had some exper-
ience with it this season would enlighten
us on some of these vital points through
the medium of your journal, they would
confer a great favor on many ot us who
are groping in the dark."

Hybrids, as remarked above, are the only
roses grown in solid beds. There is only
one house of them, mostly Anna de Dies-
bach and Brunner, just coming into crop
and looking fine. "But," says Mr. V.., "it
don't pay to grow hybrids in solid beds.
You have to devote the whole house to
producing one crop in spring. Hereafter
we intend to grow them in boxes out-
doors during summer and after the chrys-
anthemums are cut out in the fall use
those houses for flowering them."

The carnation houses arc looking su-
perb at present, being in full crop. Every
variety grown is doing equally well and
what IS more not a trace of rust can be
observed on any of the plants. The finest
house, as far as appearnnce goes at leasl,
is one of I'ortia. This variety shows up
in grand style. The bloomsnre well form-
ed, of good size and brilliant color. The
same might be said ot Tidal Wave, which
is n mass of buds anil flowers. The bench
of Silver Spray is also very fine and shows
very few ra;;ged l.'looms. The flowers arc
large and the plants as seen here show
their old-time vigor. There are after all
few varieties that can l)cat this old fav-
orite, when grown well. Mzzie .McC.owmu
is flowering freely, and on the whole has
proved very satisfactory. The flowers,
ua has l)ccn stated before, were rather un-

symmetrical in form and borne on too
weak stems, but when grown well few
varieties can equal it in a loose arrange-
ment, as it yields more readily to grace-
ful lines, than any other sort.

Grace Wilder is an old favorite here and
has been grown successfully for a number
of j'cars. The blooms as noted here are
of fair quality, but have the same fault,
that of bursting the calyx, and are
streaked and more or less imperfect in
color, as often noted before in different
localities. "As a producer," remarks Mr.
E., "this variety leads any of the others
grown here two to one."

Among other things of note is a very
fine batch of mignonette of the Machet
variety grown in a solid bed. "I preferto
grow this flower in solid borders," says
Mr. E., "the roots like a cool bottom,
and with us, grown in this way, the re-
sult is more satisfactory than when
grown on benches."

Bulbous stock is forced here in large
quantities and of the very best quality.
Many growers have been complaining of
the poor forcing qualities of tulips this
season. The experience here is quite the
reverse. The percentage of loss is re-
ported not to exceed 5%, chargeable di-
rectly to poor quality of bulbs.

This establishment is equipped with the
electric thermometer, a device, the useful-
ness of which is not as generally known
as it should be. To those who are unfa-
miliar with this instrument it may be in-
teresting to know the mission it is called
on to perform. The device consists of a
thermometer connected with an electric
battery which sounds an alarm bell when
the temperature reaches a given pomt.
Let us suppose for instance that you wish
to run your house at a mean night temper-
ature of 70° with an extreme variation of
10°. You will thensetyourinstrument by
means of an indicator in the manner of
an alarm clock at 65° and 75°. If your
fireman is negligent in his duty or goes to
sleep and allows his fires to go down, as
soon as the thermometer touches 65°, the
alarm will sound and in the same manner
when the temperature runs up to 75°.
The alarm bell may be located at any de-
sired point within a reasonable distance
by means of electric wires. At this place
a wire leads to the sleeping room of the
foreman, who will thus be warned at
once if anything goes wrong in the
houses.

What is a Fungicide?

IIV 11. T. CM.l.OWA V.

As far as can be ascertained, the word
"fungicide" originated in this country
less than eight years ago, the first record
of its use being found in a letter from a
correspondent in California to the Section
of Vegetable Pathology in the United
States Department of Agriculture. This
letter, which relates to the use of chloride
of iron as a remedy for downy mildew of
the grape, was published in tin- latter
part of the year IKHO in Bulletin No. 2 of
the Siction of Vegetal)le Pathology. The
word has now come into very general
use, as may be seen from a study of the
foreign and domestic literature of the
past eight years on plant diseases. A
fungicide means a fungus killer, but for
practical purposes this <lefinition is en-
tirely too broad. White arsenic, carbolic
acid, sulphuric acid, and even man, are
strictly speaking fungus killers, but viewed
from the standpoint of the pl;int patholo-
gist they can liarilly be considered prac-
tical fungicides. What, therefore, would
Ik: a definition of a jiractical fungicide?
In other words, if a farmer, fruit grower.

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VIEW IN THE STOVE HOUSE, PALM VILLA, NEW ORLEANS.

or gardener should ask to have the word
in question defined how would it be done?
Of course in answering such a question
many things would have to be considered,
but laying aside all arguments it seems
to me that the following definition cov-
ers the ground: A practical fungicide
must have first of all properties detrimen-
tal or destructive to the growth of fungi;
I'urthermore, it must be cheap, easily pre-
pared and applied, harmless to the most
tender growing parts, have sticking and
wetting power, and finally must be as
free as possible from qualities which
would make or tend to make the parts
treated injurious t'> health when used as
food. The qualifications here mentioned
are for the most part so obvious that
very little further on the subject need be
said. It might be well, however, to point
out the difference between sticking and
wetting power. A liquid may stick or
adhere well to the foliage of a plant and
still not effectively wet the former, that is
it does not thoroughly and evenly cover
the entire surface.

One great objection to many prepara-
tions used as fungicides is that they roll
up in drops as soon as they strike the
leaf, and by drying in this condition leave
a large part of the surface unprotected.
A liquid fungicide that covers the entire
surface is said to have good wetting
power, and if this is combined with ad-
hesiveness it renders the preparation all
the more valuable.

The question may arise as to whether

we have at the present time a fungicide
filling all the requirements mentioned
above. We may say in regard to this
matter that the Bordeaux mixture is
practically the only one that can be men-
tioned. Many others have been tried,
but have been found wanting in one or
more points.

Palm Villa, New Orleans.

We present herewith two views in the
greenhouses at Palm Villa, New Orleans,
the residence of Mrs. T. G. Richardson,
sent us by Mr. Harry Pap worth, the gar-
dener in charge.

In the stove house will be noted some
fine anthuriums, marantas, ananassas,
drac3enas,etc. In this house is a Dracjena
fragrans in a 10-inch pot which is 12 feet
high and with every leaf perfect from the
pot to the tip. In the center ot the pic-
ture are seen fine specimens of Cibotium
regale and Stevensonia grandifolia.

In the orchid house are seen two good
angrascums, A. eburneum and A. sesqui-
pedale, which are in the center of the pic-
ture, and other orchids in variety. The
bench at the right is devoted mainly to
cypripediums.

Construction of a Contract for Planting.

Florists and growers of shrubbery are
peculiarly, in many respects, subject to
the caprice of the elements. An exceptional
and important decision on the effect of

what are termed the acts of God on con-
tracts, is the recent one of the Supreme
Court of California in the case of Remy v.
Olds. Here was a contract by which one
party agreed, during the fall to thor-
oughly plow, level, and put in good con-
dition to irrigate and plant in vines and
trees, certain premises, which were before
the first of April following to be planted
with grape vines. He was prevented by
heavy rains from plowing the land in the
fall, but did it in the following February.
To recover for labor performed, materials
furnished, and money laid out and ex-
pended, hebroughtthisaction. Thecourt,
however, holds, first, that a rain in the
last days of October would not be such
an extraordinary event as would consti-
tute an act of God excusing performance
of contract. It was a seasonable event,
one which was likely to happen, and
which common prudence would have pro-
vided for. Moreover, while the doctrine
that the act of God excuses a failure to
perform a contract, being a good defense
to an action for damages, it cannot be in-
voked to entitle a person to recover when
he has not perlormed his part of the con-
tr^.ct. In other words, even when liabil-
ity for nonperformance would be excused,
an impossibility to perform cannot be
held equivalent to performance so as to
sustain an action to recover damages on
a contract. Another point decided, was
that as the words "grape vine" might
mean either a plant with a trailing or
climbing stem, or a trailing stem in con-

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tra-distinction to the plant, and both are
used in planting vineyards, the party un-
dertaking to plant grape vines could
plant either those having roots or those
known as grape "cuttings." A cutting
would, therefore, seem to be the equiva-
lent of" a vine so far as language goes.
How far this doctrine would be extended
to other kinds of cuttings, it is impossible
to tell, but this decision suggests that it
will always be just as well to carefully
distinguish when cuttings are not wanted .

Exhibiting Carnations.

At our convention in Indianapolis we
had a banquet. At the banquet I was
called upon to respond to the toast:
"How to make Fall Exhibitions success-
ful." Not being an impromptu speaker I
replied very briefly that theonly way was
for us to get down to work individually
and make them successful. This is how-
ever so important a question for carna-
tion growers that 1 want to add a few re-
marks here.

In the first place, by Fall Exhibitions
we all understand the chrysanthemum
shows which come off between Nov. 1st
and 15th. Now in order that the chrys-
anthemum shall not overshadow the car-
nation entirely there must be an abund-
ance of room left for carnation exhibits
and every grower in the vicinity should
take an especial pride in seeing that that
space is filled with good flowers and kept
staged with good ones. To do this they
should be staged between seven A. M.
and the time the doors open to the public,
and they should all be taken out that
night after the doors are closed and either
sent to a hospital or destroyed. This pro-
gramme should be gone through with on
every day the show lasts. There is no-
thing so detrimental to the carnation in
the eyes of the public as leaving flowers
on exhibition alter they begin to deterior-
ate, and they are sure to do this the next
day after they are staged.

Our Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
has made a step toward overcoming this
evil by offering premiums in the same
clasaes on two different days; this will
have the effect of getting at least two
fresh lots in during the show. But this
will not remedy the evil entirely. It re-
mains with the growers whether or not
they have sufficient love for and pride in
their carnations to make the slight sacri-
fice of putting fresh flowers in daily and
keeping the exhibits in rcsjK-ttabIc shape.

As a suggestion, would it not Ix-a good
idea to Judge the carnations the first day
and the last day of the show and rule out
every exhibit which was not renewed
daily? There would of course have to l>e
exception* made to this rule for flowers
from a distance but they should l)cjudgcfl
the first day nnd taken off the lienches
that night.

Another point, while on the flower ex-
hibit; there should Ik not less than 25
blooms to a Jar and they should have
enough carnation foliage with them to
present an artistic bunch nnd not look
like samples from a commission house.
The vases or jars should l>c of vuriouit
sizes to corres|K>nd with the diflcrcnt vu
rieties ns what will hold one sort nicely
will not another, and the flowers should

not be sacrificed to accommodate the
vases. There should also be a number of
very large vases containing 100 or more
blooms each of some of the showy varie-
ties. In arranging the exhibits it should
be done with an eye to the general effect
and everything should be neatly labeled,
with the grower's name attached if you
wish. Everything should be done to en-
courage superiority in the exhibits and the
staging of them. A little extra care and
labor is bread thrown upon the waters
and it will return tenfold at the box office,
the store and the greenhouses.

Next week I want to say a little on the
growing of carnations in pots for exhibi-
tion purposes, a feature that we hope to
see becoming more frequent at every show,
spring and fall. A. M. Herr.

New York.

Easter trade in New York was a sur-
prise. The business done in plants was
undoubtedly the largest on record, and
the cut flower business proved itself to be
in the healthiest condition possible. Just
what struck the cut flower market seems
to be something of a puzzle. Early in the
week wholesale prices stiffened up consid-
erably, carnations especially taking a
surprisingly strong upward turn. To be
consistent with past history this self
assertion on the part of the cut flowers
should have resulted in general ruin on
the last day of the week. Everybody has
become so used to a big surplus of stock
and slaughter of prices on the day imme-
diately preceding the holiday that any
variation from this rule was the last
thing looked for.

What did become of the stock of roses,
carnations, violets and lily of the valley
which came in on Saturday morning is an
unsolved mystery. The retail store peo-
ple were too much engrossed in their
plant trade to give much thought to the
cut flower question until evening, and
there were no special indications of great
activity at the different wholesale estab-
lishments. The Greeks were as numerous
and clamorous as usual, particularly at
the 34th street market, upon which they
descended in the early morning in a horde
that would have made a good detach-
ment for Coxey's famous army.

By noon time it began to be apparent
that those who wanted good roses, car-
nations and other desirable stock would
have to bestir themselves, and when
towards evening the second shipments
commenced to arrive from the growers in
various sections the contents were found
to be totally inadequate to satisfy the
demand. As an indication of the violet
market one shipment of over 4-0, 000,
which came from George Saltford to John
Young may lie noted, and the whole lot
went at once to a single ret.'iiler. Lily of
the valley even, which was almost invar-
iably of inferior quality, seemed to catch
the current nnd it all vanished, much to
the surprise and delight ol those who
held it and expected to find it left on their
hands.

As to roses and carnations all that can
Ik- said is that they went at sight,
although the roses averaged small mid
poor, and first-class blooms were in a
minority. The prices on roses, however,
did not arlvancc much, and no attempt
was made to take an unfair advantage
of the buyers by jumping prices on them
nt the last moment. There was a fair
RU|)ply of hybrids obtain.-ililc, mainly
HaroncsB Kotlischild, IJIriih llrtiiiiier .iiid
I-uizct. American Beauty maile a poor
showing. The great miijority o( blooms
of this variety were exceedingly poor.

Some things there were, however, that
could not be unloaded. One of the worst
of these was mignonette. There is entirely
too much of this flower grown in this vi-
cinity. Smilax,too,wasunsalable. Tulips,
although not seen in large quantities, sold
but poorly, as did also candidum lilies
and callas. Roman hyacinths were also
among the unfortunates. Harrisii lilies
accumulated with some dealers, but a
possible reason for this was the terribly
bruised and battered condition of much
of the stock. There were a few sweet
peas in market, which brought twenty
cents per dozen wholesale.

The plant trade for Easter has assumed
enormous proportions. Nearly every
retailer had an extra store or two for
the occasion and this department occu-
pied their attention almost to the exclu-
sion of anything else. The retailers in
New York are as a rule retailers only and
do not, as is the case to a considerable
degree elsewhere, grow any of their own
stock. They nearly all depend for their
Easter plants on the growers here who
make a specialty of this class of stock,
hence it is that the stock in the various
stores wasof asimilarcharacter through-
out. Azaleas, hydrangeas and lilies pre-
dominated everywhere. There was also
a fair representation of rhododendrons,
genistas, astilbes, lilacs, marguerites,
heaths, Dutch hyacinths and other bulb-
ous stock, with a sprinkling of metro-
sideros, acacia, roses and kalmias.

Azaleas easily led in popularity. The
quantity of these disposed of was unpre-
cedented. All colors seemed to be in de-
mand, medium priced plants from five to
ten dollars having the preference with the
better class of customers. The quality of
the azaleas could not have been better.
Occasionally a few were seen that had
been in bloom too long, but as a rule they
were in splendid shape. Lilies were the
only plants which came any where near
the azaleas in popularity. Low grown
longiflorums were the favorites. Tall
grown Harrisii did not sell nearly as well
as last year. Genistas have lost ground
badly. They serve to make a store front
look brilliant, but as salable stock for
Easter they have had their day. Hy-
drangeas are in the same boat. Just
why it is hard to understand, for they are
good keepers and make a rich show. No
better plants could be imagined than
those offered; they were well bloomed,
stocky and the shades of color varied
from deep pink to soft blue, but very few
wanted them. The same was true of the
little Thomas Hoggs, of which very neat
specimens were offered. Rhododendrons
came next to the azaleas and lilies in pop-
ularity. Dutch hyacinths in pans and
pots of ten or a dozen plants and pretty,
well bloomed violets and ra.'irguerites
also sold well. Lilacs did not sell as well
as they deserved. Metrosidcros, kalmia
and acacia were almost dead stock.

Immense bows and sashes of gay rib-
hoiis inscribed "Easter Greeting" were
seen in prolusion everywhere on plants,
and celluloid pots and baskets were used
as receptacles. Many very pretty com-
binations were made. Brilliant hyacinths
in baskets of white and gohi were tied
with a broad satin ribbon of their own
color; heaths were put in bnsketsof white
and silver, with pale blue sash, and lew
lilies were sent out without a ribbon of
some color lied round the stems. The
surface of the soil in the pots was neatly
covered with moss or selagineila and
everything done to make the plants ap-
propriate for the drawing room.

An innovation was the use of crepe
jiaper about the flower pots. This was

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VIE IN THE ORCHID HOUSE. PALM VILLA, NEW ORLEANS.

used in various shades quaintly gathered
together and held in place by narrow
ribbons. As an inexpensive and pretty
substitute for baskets and fancy pots it is
a success. The only danger is that it is
apt to be overdone, until like the old
fashioned bouquet papers it meets with
disfavor.

The Union Square flower market is in
full bloom every morning now. On the
day before Easter every wagon that could
possibly squeeze in was there, but the
trade was not up to expectations. Bed-
ding stock people are not ready for; and
the chilly wind that blows across the
square in the early dawn of a March
morning is neither conducive to the health
of a lily or azalea, nor comfortable for
plant buyers.

One of the big "bargain" stores in
Brooklyn advertised "Boxes of Horricide
or Bermuda Lilies" for Easter. As the
goods referred to were rotten Bermuda
stock, possibly the astonishing title was
not misapplied.

Another Brooklyn establishment offers
from the stock of a well known nursery
plants at such disproportionate prices as:
"Kentia palms, 19 cents; Sago palms,
65 cents; and Zatania palms (What is
it?) 3.75." Brooklyn needs a fool-killer.

R. K. Young has opened a wholesale
cut flower store at 482 Sixth avenue.

You can't afford to do business with-
out a copy of our trade directory and
reference book.

Philadelphia.

The weather of the past week has been
all that could have been desired save for
the temperature, which until Friday night
was far too warm. Never before were
there so many lilies about, they seemed to
be everywhere, the regular stores were
full, vacant buildings being rented and
palms stored to make room for Easter
stock. Empty stores were rented in many
places and Easter plants sold by outside
parties, while along the streets in the busy
centers of the city small growers, and
large ones too for that matter, as well as
hucksters, were to be seen side by side,
their displays taking up in some cases al-
most the entire block.

Prices went all to smithereens and lilies
could be bought on the street retail in
some cases at the lowest wholesale price.
With few exceptions the stock was not
nearly up to the mark; many, in fact
three-fourths of the plants, were very tall
and the flowers very soft and flabby.
The stores as a rule sold their plants at
25 cents per flower and bud,notcounting
the very small green buds. With some the
price was 20. In one block containing
two regular stores both sold all their
stock, one for 20 and the other for 25. In
addition to the immens. quantity of
homegrown flowers a large consignment
arrived from Berrcuda but these were
very unsatisfactory, being nearly all soft
and worthless. All other stock, with the
exception of hydrangeas, was good. This

plant was poor this season, making a
short stunted growth which made the pot
seem very large.

There were a lot of azaleas which were
good and sold very well as did the genista.
It is a pity that this beautiful flower
closes up so soon; 24 to 36 hours in a city
store or greenhouse puts it to sleep most
effectually. For the Easter trade Mr.
Harris, who supplies the Phila. market
with this plant, sent in a fresh supply
each day and in its perfect state it was
one of the best sellers.

The volume of business was equal to
that of former years although in the early
part of the week it seemed to lag. Friday
and Saturday were good, especially Sat-
urday, which eclipsed anything ever seen
before. People pushed and jostled each-
other like high tide in a chrysanthemum
show and as fast as the busy clerks could
handle the stock it was sent out. All the
stores say they could have sold more if
they could have waited on the people.

Orders for cut flowers were refused
quite early in the day, the small stocks
not being equal to the demand. Roses
were scarce, that is in all except the hybrid
class. The warm weather had brought
them on so, that most of the places
were off crop and there were not near
enough to go round. The larger teas sold
for 6 to 8 and in some cases 10 and 12
were asked; the smaller classes brought 4
to 6. Brunners were 4 to 5 per dozen,
and Laings and Luizets 12 50 to 25. Car-
nations, while fairly plentiful, were in

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great demand and few of them found time
to go to sleep. They range in price from
2 to 3 for good ordinary and 4 to 5 for
extra fancies. Balbousflowers wereplen-
tiful, tulips at 4 being very fine. Other
stock sold at the old prices, valley 3, Ro-
mans 1.50 to 2, daffs 3. K.

The warm weather of the past few
weeks having brought the crops of some
kinds of roses in one week sooner than
the grower had figured on getting them,
so as to try to satisfy the storekeepers by
having a good supply for Easter, many
varieties were somewhat scarce. Not
that it made any ditierence to the grower
as far as dollars and cents are concerned.
The retailer, however, always puts the
prices higher at this season, in fact al-
most as high as he gets at Christmas
time, but if the grower had the audacity
to ask an advance in the wholesale prices
he would be unceremoniously "turned
down" for the balance of the season.

It happened to be the grower's inning
this Easter, especially does this apply to
those growers who make cut flowers
their specialty. Unfortunately they (the
growers) had not the satisfaction of get-
ting better prices, only in noting the
anxiety of the storekeepers in getting suf-
ficient flowers to fill their orders. Am not
positive about this, but I am inclined to
think that the retailer cherishes unkind
feelings against the growers, who have
been faithfully supplying them with what
they needed in flowers the whole season
through, for as we delivered our Beauties,
Brides, etc., on Saturday (day before
Easter Sunday) morning, they appeared
to feel as though we had it in our power
to produce just as many flowers as they
wanted, in one night, and the common
remark was: "Why, you have not left
me more than one third of what I ex-
pected you would leave me."

It was really amusing to set one of our
enthusiastic city florists, who had care-
fully studied the time tables of both the
Phila. and Reading R. K. and those of the
Penna. R. R. (he admitted he had not
slept a wink all night) to find out, when
possible, what time the growers would be
likely to arrive, so as to be there, on their
arrival, and feeling that he was not suffi-
ciently fleet of foot he hired a hansom, se-
lecting one to which was attached a milk-
white steed — Ix-lieving there's luck in
white horees — and the tires of the wheels
— figuratively speaking — were kept red
hot as he frantically travelled from one
depot to the other, about three squares
apart, hoping and praying to catch the
growers before they could go their rounds,
among the otherstorekecfjcrs.

Some of the retailers even went so far
as to express regret that the growers had
not given them due notice that they
would put the wholesale prices up to the
same as those charged at Christmai.
This, they claim, would have helped them
to bill their orders with moreHatisfaction
(but why?), and from a grower's stand-
point I can safely say there never was a
season when the grower needed that help
more than he docs the present one. Only
three or four days ago, when we would
call to leave our dady portion to that
august personage, the dealer, when he
could find no other excuse to turn the or-
der down, would complain about the
rjunlity.

The scarcity of cut flowers this linster
was not due to the Inck of numlicr of
square feet of glass <lcvotcd to their cul-
ture in this locality, but the [xx-uliar and
gloomy winter has wrought ruin to many
arose bud, and the exceptional warmund

unseasonable weather for two or three
weeks past precipitated the crops from
one to two weeks ahead of the calcula-
tions of most of the growers. From the
present outlook if trade is anything like
what it ought, should, could, or might be,
there will be only just about enough flow-
ers to go around nicely, without causing
any great glut of flowers for the balance
of the season.

Oh! what a glorious thing a market
would have been on last Saturday, with
a good sharp auctioneer to have taken
charge of the sales. Methinks the grow-
ers would have been able to pay some of
their accumulated bills, or perchance
lifted some of the mortgages with which
some of the establishments may be en-
cumbered, with the proceeds, for as I un-
derstand a market, everything that is
sold therein, has to be paid for in spot
cash.

The flowers having a briney flavor, so
much commented upon in former years,
were very little in evidence this Easter.

F. Pierce.

Boston.

Widespread satisfaction prevails among
the Boston florists over the record of
Easter trade, and the confident predic-
tions made by some that we should see
the best Easter we ever saw seem to have
been realized, ju^ging from the jubilant
claims one hears. An amusing feature
about the situation, however, is the way
in which each one, while telling of his own
success points out with a chuckle how his
competitors "got stuck" on one thing or
another.

Contrary to general expectations the
supply of lily plants was equal to the de-
mand. The number available was much
larger than good judges had believed pos-
sible. This was no doubt in part owing
to the weather, which has been so warm
and pleasant that many lots which were
supposed to be away behind hand, finally
came in on time. The proportion of
longiflorums to Harrisiis was larger than
usual and the longiflorum seems to have
been much more generally sought after.
Azaleas were superior in quality, and
much larger in quantity than ever before,
and they sold well.

The wholesale florists all took a turn at
the plant trade this year, they having in
each case secured an extra store or two
for that purpose. This action, like that
of Wm. Edgar, one of the laroc growers,
who has taken a store on his own ac-
count each year, was naturally looked
upon with much disfavorby the retailers,
who threaten to get even. But as none
of them have ever supported the local
commission trade consistently nobody
seems to worry much as to the conse-
quenci s and apologies are not likely to Ytc
forthcoming. The large department stores
have all been into the lily business this
year. Profiting by their past experience
they knew better than to be deluded by
the "Bermuda flower" humbugs and
bought their stock from the legitimate
sources.

The number of lily plrints ilisposed of
throuijh these extra channels was enorm-
ous, and thetrn<lecoiild not possibly have
Inren handled by the regular retailers with
their usual resfiurccs. It is doubtless true
that many |)eople bought who woulil not
have patronized the regularflfiristsinany
event. The narrow margin of profit fig-
ured by the "dciiarlinent" [K-ople was a
big inciucement utr small buyers, and the
principal source of trouble to the florists,
l)Ut this was offset in some degree by the
fact that tbeac people in their advertise-

ments stated that they would not under-
take to deliver any plants, and that cus-
tomers must make their own provision
for getting them home. When they come
to figure up their special expenses and
shrinkage on damaged blooms, thev will
perhaps real ze that cut rate methods
should be adopted with caution when
tampering with flowers.

The prices obtained at wholesale by
Boston growers for their lilies were far
ahead of those prevailing in New York or
Philadelphia, probably from 40 to 50 per
cent more. Their great advantage lay in
the prevailing impression that there
would not be plants enough to go round,
and the consequent eagerness of buyers to
secure the desirable stock in advance.
The situation was also taken advantage
of to count sharp on buds and the rule of
counting every bud on a plant at the same
rate as a flower was pretty closely ad-
hered to, although not without much
controversy.

The cut flower trade was all that could
be desired. The weather on the day pre-
ceding Easter was charming and the cus-
tomers were all out in force, the streets
presenting a holiday appearance, which
effect was hei.;htened by the many special
decorations in store windows.' Roses,
carnations and violets were the great fav-
orites although everything seemed to go.
There was practically nothingdone in the
way of made up work by any of the flor-
ists and the "pieces" for church decora-
tion were few and far between. Loose
flowers were the invariable rule.

Wholesale prices held up steady all
through the week. Carnations furnished
the greatest surprise and the stubborn-
ness with which the high prices hung on
was the prevailing topic. Four to five
dollars a hundred was obtained without
difficulty for good stock. Roses of all
kinds sold for outside prices and of certain
favorite varieties there were not enough
to go round.

Among the prettiest novelties brought
in were some pot grown clematises from
Mann Bros, bearing about a dozen flow-
ers each, of which an enormous quantity
could doubtless have been sold if they
could have been obtained.

L. H. Foster made a triumphal tour of
the city one day recently with some
blooms of carnation "Richmond" which
measured SVa inches across the flower
and stood erect on steins 21/2 feet long.
He wants it distinctly understood that
Boston is on deck when carnations are
mentioned.

Messrs. F. R. Pierson and Frank Ham-
ilton of Tarry town. New York, spent one
day in Boston last week.

Chicago,

The Easter trade this year was fully up
to last season notwithstanding the dis-
agreeable weather Saturday and the ex-
treme cold Sunday. It is agreed on all
sides that had the weather Iwen at all
favorable the business would have ex-
ceeded by far that ol any previous Easter.
As it was, trade on the whole was satis-
fuctory. Very little stuff, and that of in-
ferior quality, was left in the hands of
commission men; this too could have
found a ready market had the fakir been
able to operate. It was a cold dav in
more senses than one with the street
merchant. Satu.-duy forenoon the weather
was yet fiiirly pleasant enough to be out
of doors, but .is the wholesale nun in
most cates would pay no attention to
him, he had to wait until the regular
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turn arrived, a strongcold wind began to
blow, raising great clouds of dust, which
made street taking anything but a profit-
able business, and on Sunday, with the
thermometer at 15°, every member of the
fraternity was banished from his accus-
tomed haunts. The down town dealers
were in a large degree the gainers by this
state of aflfairs, but the business neverthe-
less suffered greatly with them also.
Comparatively few people were out on
the streets Sunday morning. The fair sex,
noted in very limited numbers, who
braved the wintry blasts of a northwest
wind were muffled in thick furs instead of
sporting a new spring gown adorned
with a bunch of flowers, as is proper at
Easter. Indeed if this had been Christ-
mas, instead of Easter, the weather
would have been in perfect harmony, as
even a flurry of snow now and then, was
not missing to make it realistic.

The plant trade suffered more in conse-
quence of this state of affairs than did the
cutflower business, but in spite of all ob-
stacles the sales in this line were large.
There is no doubt that the demand for
plants at Easter is constantly increasing.
Owing to the pleasant weather which
prevailed in the early part of the week,
plants began to move early, but a large
quantity of stock was sold for delivery
on Saturday and Sunday, and that is
where the rub came in. No one was look-
ing for such an extreme change and many
an old and experienced campaigner was
caught, and now mourns the loss of a lot
of plants by freezing, owingtoinsufEcient
care in packing. The loss was heaviest
in Harrisii, the high winds prevailing
making it almost impossible to handle
these plants without bruising the flowers
more or less. The demand for these was
heavy and good prices were realized, but
owing to great loss in handling the prof-
its will scale down considerably.

The stock of lilies, as well as most other
lines of Easter pot plants, was much
larger than in any previous year and was
uniformly well grown. Azaleas were ex-
ceptionally good; the stock was the finest
ever seen here at Easter and met with a
brisk demand. Rhododendrons were also
very fine but sold rather slow. Genista
with some dealers moved briskly while
others report a rather slow sale. Dutch
hyacinths were ofiered in enormous quan-
tities, which were pretty well cleaned up.
Deutzias and spiraeas sold well and very
little stock was carried over. Daffs and
tulips on the other hand met with very
little demand.

The demand for decorative plants for
churches was rather light. Blooming
plants, particularly lilies, marguerites and
azaleas, etc., with the addition of cut
flowers formed the main decorative feat-
ures. Very few set pieces were noted.

The supply of cut flowers with the ex-
ception of Harrisii and A 1 roses was am-
ple to meet all demands. But there was
no great glut of any one variety with the
exception of Romans and mignonette and
prices ruled firm throughout.

Harrisii, contrary to all expectations,
were really scarce. As most of the deal-
ers were expecting a heavy supply great
efforts were made by them to induce deal-
ers to place their orders early. A number
of sales were effected early in the week at
figures as low as $50 and $60 per thous-
and, but by Friday morning it was appa-
rent that the supply had been either over-
estimated, or, as was probably the case
to a large extent, a great amount of the
stock was sold by the growers to dealers
in pot plants. At all events the boys
who had taken their chances on low fig-
ures and neglected to put in their orders.

were disappointed. Prices meanwhile
were stiff at $10 for good stock, and on
Sunday morning advanced to $15.

Roses, noticeably in good quality, were
scarce, as had been expected. Although
no great amount of pickling had appar-
ently been indulged in yet there was a
large amount of soft and poor quality
stock, which could only be disposed of
owing to the fact that very little really
good stock could be had. On Saturday
every flower was sold out clean, but of
shipments received Sunday morning, a
few lots remained in the hands of whole-
sale men, as trade was almost dead on
that day.

The supply of Beauties was very limited,
and with the exception of a few small lots
of inferior quality, the best sold at $25.
In hybrids too the supply was short.
Some fine Brunners, Laings and Diesbach
were noted, which sold at 30 to 35 for
first quality, and demand far in excess of
supply. Jacques were fine, but also short
in supply; prices ruled firm at 16 to 18.

La France is greatly improving and
some very fine stock with extra long
stems was noted which sold readily at
10; regular stock of good quality at 6 to
8. Mermets hold up fairly well in color
and quality. Of Brides the supply was
quite large but not nearly equal to de-
mand; from 7 to 8 were the rulmg figures.
Meteor, mostly inferior stock, sold briskly
at 8 to 1(1, Perles 5 to 6, Gontiers (extra
fine) 5 to 6, common grades went at 4.

Carnations were very plentiful and aver-
aged fairly good in quality. In some
lines, more particularly in reds, the sup-
ply was in excess of demand, but prices
kept firm. Common sorts were $2 and
fancy $2.50 to $3. The supply of Portia
was unusually large and of this variety
quite a stock was left unsold.

Violets were very plentiful with rather
light demand. Good fresh stock, that
hadn't lost their fragrance found a good
market at .80 to 1.00 but the large ship-
ments of these flowers received from far
off points proved an almost total loss.
This stuff is generally disposed of by the
fakir, but as these gentry were not in evi-
dence this Easter, the stock had to be
consigned to the barrel.

Bulbous stock wentfairly well, and very
little stock was left unsold. Tulips, par-
ticularly in the light shades, sold well at
4, daffs slow at 3, valley at 3 to 4, Ro-
mans 2 to 3; the latter were very plenty,
and a considerable amount of stock was
carried over. The stock of Dutch hya-
cinths was large and of very fine quality
generally; they sold at 8 to 10.

Mignonette, for the first time this sea-
son, was far in excess of demand; the
stock was very fine but met with rather
slow sale and quite a lot was carried
over.

Retail dealers without exception report
a satislactory trade, and by the way bus-
iness opened on Saturday morning hopes
were entertained of being able without
much effort to beat the record of any for-
mer season, but Sunday put a damper on
any such aspirations. The dealers in the
downtown district were not so much af-
fected as regards Sunday trade. With
them most of the business is transacted
on the day preceding a holiday but with
those located in the residence districts it
is quite the reverse; here the holiday
proper is depended on for a good part of
the business, and if the weather be such
as was experienced last Sunday it makes
a serious difference in the day's business.

Nevertheless the aggregate amount of
business was fully up to last season, and
when we consider that most flowers were
sold at lower prices than ever before it

would warrant the assumption that a
larger amount of stock has been sold than
at any previous Easter.

The demand was mainly for cut flowers,
very few designs for churches or memo-
rial pieces were called for, the same might
be said of baskets, and other Easter de-
signs.

Harrisii took the lead and some diffi-
culty was experienced by some of the
dealers in filling orders with good quality;
$3 a dozen was charged at retail. Amer-
ican Beauties sold at $6 a dozen and hy-
brids at $8, first-class La France $3,
Mermets, Brides and Meteor $2. and
small teas at from $1 to $1.50. Brides
met with large demand and some orders
had to be refused as the supply ran short.

Violets generally sell well at Easter, but
as these flowers are bought largely for
the purpose of wearing to church or on the
street, and this being out of the question
with the thermometer at 15° it followed
that the demand was very light, and a
number of dealers who had laid in a large
stock had more or less stock left on hand.

During Easter week some very fine win-
dow decorations were seen at various re-
tail establishments, notably that of Mr.
Halle on West Madison St., which con-
sisted entirely of blooming plants. A
large pyramid of Harrisii reaching to the
ceihng of the store formed the central fig-
ure, flanked on one side by a group of
superb genistas and on the other side
were arranged azaleas and hvacinths in
harmonious shades, the whole forming a
striking picture which couldn't fail to at-
tract the attention of every passerby. M.
F. Gallagher's window was also very at-
tractive and so was Friedman's on Mich-
igan Ave., but few florists seem to pay
much attention to distinctive Easter dec-
orations. In most windows we note
simply an assortment of commercial
stock arranged with more or less, often
considerably less, taste.

There was joy in the hearts of at least
two of the members of the craft, Messrs.
Wm. Smyth and John Zeck. Both discov-
ered in their nests, not an Easter egg but
something far better. Honors are even;
both are daughters.

Among recent visitors were Mr. H. S.
Van Waveren, representing Segers Bros.,
Lisse, Holland, and Mr. Ingram, repre-
senting Hugh Low & Co., London, Eng.

At a meeting of the stockholders of the
Chicago Cut Flower Exchange held yes-
terday (Wednesday, 28th inst.) a resolu-
tion was presented by the board of direct-
ors providing that in future commission
dealers be excluded and that the exchange
conduct a commission business, in addi-
tion to renting space to growers as be-
fore. There was a lengthy and spirited
debate on the subject. Finally a vote was
taken in which 230 shares were repre-
sented, 209 of which were in favor of the
resolution, but as it required 241 shares
to make a quorum the matter was left
unsettled and the meeting adjourned sub-
ject to the call of the President. This re-
sult was brought about by numerous
share holders refraining from voting
though present.

Henry Mundt is sending in superb car-
nations now; some Daybreak and Tidal
Wave recently noted were of extra size
and quality. They are disbudded; Mr.
Mundt has reason to believe in the effi-
ciency of this practice.

Visited Chicago: Mr. Chas. Dannacher,
Davenport, Iowa; A. W. Bennett, Supt.
Schenley Park, Pittsburg, Pa.; Harry
Buuyard, Short Hills, N.J.; Wm. Ingra-
ham, London, England.

812

The American F lor is

Mar. J (7,

Worcester, Mass.

With the thermometer way up iu the
seventies outdoors and not a cloud in the
sky for the last eight days it has been
very hard to hold anything back for Eas-
ter.

Most of the growers in this vicinity
started forcing bulbous stuff, Harrisii lil-
ies, etc., considerably earlier than usual,
thinking that they would need every bit
of the time to get stuft' in for the 25th ot
March, but this unusual hot wave
knocked out all these plans and brought
most of the stutf in the cold cellars again.
Notwithstanding this, I think the supply
of flowers for Easter, will be adequate,
with the probable exception of roses, un-
less the demand is much larger than
usual.

On March Sth, the opening annual ex-
Sbition of the Horticultural Society, was

Id and eclipsed all previous openings.
. 2 weather being warm and pleasant,
the people turned out in great numbers
and the hall was uncomfortably crowded
during the afternoon.

Perhaps the most popular feature of the
show was the exhibit of Mrs. Josiah La-
sell of Whitinsville, Mass., in charge of
genial Geo. McWilliams, who staged his
displaj- on the center tables with his cus-
tomary good taste and judgment. Large
vases of superb, long-stemmed Brides and
Mermets were placed in the middle of the
tables and around these, nestling in the
delicate foliage of Asparagus plumosus,
was a display of orchids that was never
equalled inthehistory of this society. Mr.
McWilliams showed twenty-seven varie-
ties of the best tj-pes known to us at the
present day and all grown under the best
conditions. His exhibit included Cattle-
yas Wameri, Trianje, chococnsis and Per-
civaliana; Cypripcdiums Lceanum, Box-
alli, Dorainianum and a seedling after the
Lceanum type; Dendrobiums Ainsworthii,
splcndidissimum, nobilc, n. Sanderianum,
n. elcgans and n. .\llanianum, these last
three being among the rarest; a Cymbid-
ium Lowianum, which McWilliams
claims to be verj- best known and for
which he has received many offers from
London.

Next to the orchids, the display of car-
nations in vases was the most ])opular
and was a revelation to those who ad-
mire the"I)ivine flower" H. F. A. Lange
took the lead in this class ana showed fif-
teen of the best varieties. Mr. Langc's
flowers were large and well grown on
lonp stems and showed the good effects
of lil>eral feeding and disbudding. F. A.
Blake of Koehdale was awarded second,
for an es|KciaIIy good stand of first-class
varieties. Among the other exhibitors
were W. \. Wood, C. I). Thayer and \\. B.
Walts. The twenty vases of cut blooms,
always a taking feature, were very fine
and made a lirillinnt show, Lnn(;e first,
F. \. Blake second, C. I). Thayer third.

The call for cyclamens in nots brought
out a large number of exhibitsof superior
merit. C. I». Thayer captured first, with
W. \. Wood a close second, and .\. .\.
Hixon third. The lirillinnt coloring of the
azalea.s hcl[>e(l make the show attractive.
The plants oliown were rather small
though well shajied and flowcreil. W. 1.
Wood and C. I). Thnycr received the firBt
ond M. J". Bricrlv, H. .\. Jones and .\. A.
Itixon, aliio received awards for meritor-
ious exhibitH. II. I-'. A. Lnnge came out a
winner in thcdinplay of hyncinthsiniicits,
which were c»iiecialiy good. Among the
\k%\. varieties nhown were <K-rtrnrlc, Ma-
ria, Kcguliis. LonI .Mncnulny, l.A'oniilaK
and Baroness von Tuyl. A. A. Hixon was
awarded second and C. I). Thaver third.

Cinerarias, primulas and callas were also
exhibited in large variety but were not
especially noteworthy. H F. K. Lange
showed some fine vases of Brides and mig-
nonette and C. D. Thayer had a nice dis-
play of narcissus, spirjea, ericas and lu'a-
cinths.

The next exhibition will be held on April
12 and calls for tulips, hyacinths, narcis-
sus, zonal geraniums and cutflowers.

Seedling.

St. Louis.

The Easter rush is past, and the pre-
vailing feeling is one of contentment at
the amount ot trade done; although com-
plaints are heard from various sources, in
regard to minor points that did not turn
out as expected. The principal kick, if it
may be called such, is at the unseasonable
weather prevailing during the three
weeks preceding Easttr, and the conse-
quent loss of bulbous stock that could
not be held for that occasion. This was
succeeded by a cold wave, which reached
here Saturday morning, accompanied by
a heavy wind: this was death to the mar-
ket trade in plants, which had promised
during the week to be exceptionally good.
Buyers were scarce, and what plants sold
went very low, more it seemed to get rid
of them, than to get their value. Among
the market plants some fine specimens of
azaltas, genistas and lilies were noted.
The cold increased during the day, and
before Easter morning the glass registered
17°, and everything was frozen up solid;
considerable injury is expected to result
to the fruit crops and shrubs, many of
which are in flower and well started into
growth.

The shipping trade still continues to
boom, several firms reporting being ahead
of this time last year. Trade in cut flow-
ers was brisk, stock with the exception of
Harrisiis being scarce, with prices about
as follows: Beauties 50 cents, Brides and
Mermets 8 to 10, Bridesmaids 10 to 12,
Watteville and Cusins 6 to 8, Perles and
Woottons 5 to 6, Harrisiis 7 to 10. Perles
and Woottons were noticeably scarce;
Perles in fact have been so most all win-
ter. The commission men are as a rule
satisfied, although some shippers cut off
their supply owing to the home demand.
Thursday was as busy a day as Sun-
day, the amount of stock called for being
in excess of former years. Prices ruled
lower however, but the change from the
inactivity that has prevailed for some
time back was refreshing to behold.

The meeting of teams 3 and 1 of the
Bowling Club on Wednesday evening was
Blimly attended, owing to the amount of
work on hand, and a meeting of the Exhi-
bition Committee called for Thursday
evening to transact important and neces-
sary business, succeeded in bringing out
♦wo instead of five members. It is unfor-
tunate that members accepting the duties
imposed by being placed on committees,
neglect their pcrl<jrmance without a sec-
ond thought regarding the matter.

Mr. W. ivilison has instituted suit
against the members of the late firm of
llanft & Benton, to secure payment of
accounts incurred by that firm while in
busincas. K. I". T.

Liability of Express Company.

A decision of considerable interest to
florists hns liecn rcndereil by the Court of
Civil Ap|H'/ilH of Texas in the cugc of
WcIIh, I'argo & Co. v. H;iltle. It would
■ecm from the statement of fiiclB in the
ca»e that the party last named delivered
to the Pacific lixprcss Company, at one

point, two bundles of fruit trees, vines,
and flowers, and a packagecontainingan
order book, to be transported and deliv-
ered at a point on the Wells, Fargo &
Company's line, the same being consigned
to himself". The nursery stock was delivj
ered, but the package containing the or-
der book was not delivered, it was al-
leged, within a reasonable time. The
trees and shrubberv were sold (or
the aggregate sum of $526, and the
purchasers thereof had been notified \.<\
call for same on a given day, but becaf^s^
of the nondelivery of the order book, c'e-
liveryofonly a portion could be jnade,
and although the shipperexercised proper
care and diligence to preserve and sell the.
balance of the stock, it perished on his
hands. Wherefore, he brought his action
for damages, and obtained a verdict and'
judgment in the county court for $379.10.

In reference to the measure of damages
the court instructed the jury as follows:
"The jury are charged that in ascertain-
ing the amount of damages sustained by
plaintiffs in this case, if you find from the
evidence that he has sustained any dam-
ages, under the instructions hereinbefore
given, you will consider the aggregate
amount of the orders a.nd contract prices
for the fruit trees, vines, and shrubbery as
shown by the evidence, and find for such
amount of damages, if any, that plaintiff
has sustained by the failure of defendant
to deliver said order book, less such
amount as shown by the evidence plaint-
iff realized froin said fruit trees, vines and
shrubbery, and less such sum as from the
evidence you believe plai,ntiff would have
failed to collect on said orders and con-
tracts if said order book had been deliv-
ered to plaintiff by defendant within a
reasonable time." But this charge, the.
Court of Appeals says, does not correctly
state the law, because, unless the express
company sued had notice, when it received
the package for shipment, that it con-
tained the order book, and that it was
necessary fo^ the shipper to have the book
in order to deliver the trees and shrub-
bery to his customers, it could not have
contemplated that a failure to deliver the
package within a reasonable time would
result in a failure by the shipper to deliver,
any of the shrubbery, and its loss to him.
There was nothing charging, or tending
to show, that the delivering express com-
pany, or its alleged agent, the receiving
company, had notice when the contract
of shipment was made that the shipment
included the order book, or was notified
that the book was in any wise necessary
to the sale, delivery, or any other use o^
the ot|ier freight, 'fherefore, as the delay
in the delivery of the book was only three
or four days, and it was not shown to,
have been injured, the owner was not en-
titled to recovr more than nouiinal dam-
ages. And on these grounds above judg-
ment was reversed.

\Ynnt of notice prior to, or at the time,
the shipment was made, might, however,'
have been remedied, if the company ha4
been notified, at destination, of the facts
necessary to make it liable for damages
in delay of delivery. If notice of the rela-
tion the book bore the otlirr freight and
the necessity lor its prompt delivery was
given at destination .-iiid then the com-
pany negligently laiUil to make such de-
livery it woii'd be liable (or special dam-
ages .'iltlii>ugli it iiiiiy h;ive had no notice
of the importance of the book iind the ne-
cessity for its early deli,very before it
reached its destinaiion.

It may also be noted that the court
holds thfit before the express company to
make delivery could be bound by the
tcfms of the contract of the express com.

iSg4-

fHE American Florist.

813

pany receiving the trees, shrubbery and
book, it would be necessary to prove that
the latter was its agent or partner, and
any circumstance that tended to rebut
such agency or partnership was admissi-
ble in evidence.

La Crosse, Wis.— Easter trade was
never so good before as this year. On
account of very unfavorable weather,
owing to a total absence of sun during
six days preceding Easter, supply was
fair, but not much more than half equal
to demand. Good roses sold for $1.50 a
dozen, that is. Brides, Mermels, Woot-
tons, Hostes and Bridesmaids, while
Perles,Gontiers andNiphet' s were picked
up clean at $1. Carnations brought 50
cents a dozen, with little regard for color,
but good clear pink seems the most tak-
ing color here. Robert Craig and Tidal
Wave appear to be good enough for the
people of the Gateway city. Pot plants
were a decided feature in this year's trade.
Harrisiis, Soupert roses, cytisus, labur-
num and Hydrangea Otaksa sold well. A
handsome batch of lilies were seea from
the Salzer Seed Co.'s greenhouses, brought
in just in time, with an average of ten
flowers and buds; needless to say they
sold on sight at $1.50 each. The roses
and carnations from that establishment
also did credit to all concerned. Keenist
& Son added another carnation house to
their large range and are producing fine
McGowans and Silver Sprays. Oak
Grove Greenhouses also showed splendid
azaleas and other stock.

Do YOU WANT a list of the leading cem-
etery superintendents? You wiU find
such a list in our new trade directory and
reference book.

SITUATIONS, WANTS, FOR SALE.

AdvertlBements under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of lU cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

SITUATION WANTEO-Bya lady with florist; ex-
:0 perlenced book-keeper. Address

Miss D. R. Burt. Irving Park, 111.

ITUATION WANTED-To take charge by a flrst-
class florist, practical In nil branches; age 32.

Box 2(155, B'rtlrmount Station, Phlla., Pa.

,s

SITUATION WANTED-By a German earclener.
Vj age 23. intelligent and reliable. Will commence
anytime. Ciias. JJierking, Lehe. Germany.

QITUATION WANTED-By first-closs rose grower.
O Pacific coast preferred; references: also from
present employer. Box 125, care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-By a young man 2t;, as
trreenhouse assistant, 4 years experience; good
references as to character and reliability. Address
Erxest. Louisville, Ky.

(SITUATION WANTEO-As foreman; 14 years In
n the business. Good cut flower grower. Age 80;
married. Best references. Address

K G, care American Florist, Chicago.

QITUATION WANTED-By a practical tlorist. 18
kj years' experience In growing roses, carnations,
palms and general slock; single. Good references.
Address U G, 501 N. Calhoun St., Baltimore, Md.

SITUATION WANTED-As sexton <ir gardener by a
_ flrsst-class Scotoii gardener; thoroughly un tier-
stands all branches of the gardening trade; highest
references. Gahuknek, box 2;"i4. Westvllle, Conn.

SITUATION WANTED -By young man. eight years-
experience in retail cut flowers and plants, whole-
sale cut flowers, retail catalogue trade: good propa-
gator, Al reference; sober. Industrious, competetit.
Chicago or vicinity preferred. Address

L. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-As foreman or gardener In
n comraen-in! or private place; Scandinavian, mar-
ried. I'.i years' experience; good references. Would
prefer employment with a practtcnl florist in the east
ern states. State wages. Address

John Rosh, box lU, Providence, R. I.

SITUATION WANTED-By an energetic, first class
single man. as foreman; thorough experience In
all branches. Specialist In rose and cut flower grow-
ing. Best references. Ready for engagement at any
time desired till July Ist. Please address

Am. Beauty, care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-By an intelligent, honest
and sober fiorist; successful grower of cut flowers
and plants. 12 years* experience in ail branches, five
years in Sweden. Competent to take full charge;
good recommendation. Address Flohist, care
C. A. I.undstrom. a'JH School St., Lake View. Chicago.

/"ANTED— A No. 1 rose grower; write stating terms
with references.

J, care J. C. Vaughan. Chicago.

TTTANTED -Good grower of roses and chrysanthe-
YV mums: single man of good babita preferred.
Address, with full particulars.

Bo.y5oI>, Cincinnati, Ohio.

W

up in greenhouse
bedding out; state

WANTED-An assistant well
work; some experience in
wages expected with board.

JOHX Reck. Bridgeport. Conn.

WANTED TO RENT-A place, from S.OOu to lO.OOO
feet of glass, with or without stock, hot water
heating preferred. Address C W,

care Greenhouses. 4th Ave. and 17th St.,
Minneapolis, Minn.

WANTED— A PARTNER-Tojolnme growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet tlie wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a tirst-class open-
ing for the right man.

Wilfred a. Brothertox, Rochester. Mich.

FOR SALE OR RENT— Greenhouse; cheap rates,
good business, ill health.

F. Eddy. Coldwater. Michigan.

FOR SALE OR TO LET- \ valuable florist busi-
ness. For particulars address

Jacob Mexdel, Lock Box5fl. Nyack. N. Y.

OR SALE— One Kroeschell hot water boiler. 2 years
In use: a bargain.
Cor. Kobey and Montrose Boul., Ravenswood, III.

F

FOR SALE— One Kroeschell hot water holler 4x12; 4
years in use. Also about 4UU0 feet 4-lnch pipe.
ART Floral Co., ;syil Cottage Grove Ave.. Chicago.

FOR SAIjE— Four greenhouses, well stocked, with
very valuable piece of ground, reason for selling
old age. Address Wm. Sprixgboux. Dubuque, la.

FOR SALE— Desiring to move at once on account of
111 health ot wife will sell at a sacrifice an estab-
lished and paying florist business well worth Sli.OOO.
Address Central, care American Florist.

FOR SALE— Kive greenhouses, containing G.OttO f eet
of glat*s, well stocked; in western Illiaols town of
7,000 inhabitants. WIN sell for half value If taken at
once. Address Florl-^t,

care Tuscola Floral Co., Tuscola, III.

FOR SALE— Three greenhouses, with stock, etc.,
heated by steam, situated in a growing town In
Central Ohio, with population of 18,000; business estab-
lished In 18tl!i; no other florist in town. Price low to
quick buyer. Address PJ. care American Florist.

FOR SALE— A well established florist business; Is
paying t;o per cent profit, above all running ex-
penses on an investment of iK>,0U0. Nice town. 12,000
people, large ouiljing population. Good soil. Have
business on Pacific Coast that calls me away. Small
fli'st payment: all the time you wanton the balance.
Particulars given. Johx a. Balmeu, Vincennes, Ind.

FOR SALE— Best apportunlty to make money ever
ulTered. A ttrst-class florist establishment, and
the only one In one of the best college cities, with
overt;,000 wealthy people. Splendid cut flower trade
all the year. Everything new, with big stock of plants
for spring sale. Write for particulars at once. Don't
miss this chance. G J, care American Fiorist.

5^000 EchevcTias and Sempervivuins.
R. G. BAIT, St. Joseph, Mo ,

Care of Bacon House.

BEST BAKGAIN EVKK OFFERED.

Will rent the only greenhouse In a growing city of
8,000 population, midway tietween Chicago and St.
Louis, with lot 125x150. centrally located, excellent soli
and water, with eoraplele hot water system, for $IUO
per year, or will sell on equally reasonable terms. No
other greenhouse within :)0 miles. Ill health onlv rea-
son for disposal. F'or particulars address

A H, care American Florist.

Asparagus Roots.

Extra flne. 2 and 8 years old.
Barr's .Mamiuoth. Conover's ColoRsal and

I'nlinetto.

THE WM. H. MOON CO., MorrisviUe, Pa.

The large varieties: Numbo, Paragon and Japan.
The best grafted trees, also seedlings. Other nut
trees tn vailetv.

THE WM. H. MOON CO.. MorrisviUe. Pa.

GflTflUOGUE> PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYFING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horaca McFarland Co.

. . . HARKISBURG, FA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100

Altemantheras. Versicolor, Rosea nana, Aurea

nana and P. Major % 50

Coleus of sorts, mixed ,'50

best new and old. named 100

Fuchsias 1,00

Mexican Primroses. 8 kinds .'." l.OO

Altemantheras. P. major, Aurea nana. Tricolor

(Rosea nana). Versicolor .. 2.50

Plumbago, Capensls and Alba 4. 00

" Lady Larpent's 4 GO

Perennial Phlox, flne as-orted J6.00and 4 00

Achillea "The Pearl" 4. 00

Begonias, assorted . Lantanas. assorted 4.00

Fuchsias, ass t; Heliotrope, ass't JS.OOand 4.00

A butilons, assorted 4 00

Echeverla glauca f2.00and 300

E.-densa globosa. 0 to 12 In. across 25 & 5Uc. ea.

Achyranthus. assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted. $2.(X)and 3!oo

Hibiscus, assorted 4. 00

" Schizopetalus 6.00

Antherlcum plcturatum per dozen, 7oc.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted. 2J^-ln. pots 4.00
Silver-Leaf Geraniums, 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalls. Ortglesl 4. 00

Dahlias, named, our selection 5.00

French Cannas, named, our selection, dry roots.. 5.00

French Cannas, unnamed .3 00

potted 10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladium, fine mixed ti.OO

named 8.00

Trade list on application.

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS.
Box W. KANSAS CITY, MO.

LITTLE'S AITIPEST.

A

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THE •

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer ot
the Scale, Wooiy Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water i.i any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price List.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FLUSHIITG, Queens, Co., N. T.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

B.QZE BILL NURSERIES,

NewRochelle, N.Y.

Palms,
ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage &. Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Owv Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to interview
buvers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 2Uij Greenwich St.. New York City.

ORCHIDS SUITABLE^'h^TRAOE

Thie Leading tcincis for
cut flower purposes.

I. FORSTERMAN,

NEWTOWN, t. I.. N. Y.

814

The American Florist.

Mai

-9

V^ashington.'

I think it would be safe to say that the
season is at least three weeks in ndvance.
Among the shrubs and trees in full flower
in the parks and reservations just now
are the following:

Magnolia conspicua or Chinese white
magnolia, one of the most beautiful of
the Chinese varieties, a well known low
tree, flowers pure white, appearing be-
fore the leaves; in the Botanic Garden are
two fine specimens of thismagnolia, each
about 35 feet high, at present a mass of
snow white, lily like flowers and the most
beautiful objects imaginable; this variety
with us is frequently nipped by the frost
before it comes to perfection.

Magnolia Soulangeana, Soulange's hy-
brid Chinese magnolia, a cross between
M. conspicua and M. purpurea, is at its
best just now; this is said to be the largest
of the Chinese varieties; itslow spreading
head covered with white flowers with
light purple at the base of the petals, is an
object worth seeing.

Magnolia Halleana or stellata, a Jap-
anese variety, in every way worthy of a
place in every collection of shrubs; it is
one of the first of the magnolias to come
into flower; its flowers are almost pure
white, about three inches in diameter and
sweet scented; at present these plants in
the Public Park are a perfect mass of
flowers.

Cydonia Japonica, in three varieties,
the red, light and dark pink, add much to
the beauty of our parks. Then there arc
the very showy forsj'thias which are cov-
ered with their bright yellow flowers and
are very attractive;Spir<EaThunbergii and
S. prunifolia fl. pi. with iheirsnowy while
flowers add much to the beauty of the
reservations at this season.

Prunus Pissardii has attracted consid-
erable attention since it came into flower
about a week ago; it is a mass of light
pink flowers; unfortunately it only re-
mains in flower for a short time, but is
shortly followed b\' the foliage which
when first put forth, is of atenderpinkish
purple, changing gradually to a red-pur-
ple and finally to a rich shade of black
purple, which it retains throughout the
season; the hot sun does not affect its
rich colors, but rather seems to add bril-
liancy; it is an excellent lawn plant. Thus
far but few of the shrubs have suffered
during the past winter, and all are show-
ing signs of coming early into flower.

A plant of Draca;na fragrans some 20
feet or more in height, in the large con-
servatory at Botanic Garden, is in full
flower, pcrfumini; the entire house the
past ten davp. Krvnoi.ds

E.G. HILL & CO.,

WtioicsaieFiorisis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.
The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

Addrr«. Q H. JOOSTEN.Ag.nl.

:; « ... I, lit'. •.|i|i. NK« VOKK.

''BRIDESMAIDS."

W|ll>.-i '•••■ Flrl.l.-.riml.l IbiMW

from t«<w)l.-«l ruttlo.a. ;•«•)} J,,f A RllWt. (or tcjuh
<rtlhonlcr< •3.AO |ht IOO.

\r,A'l ilnlmlifi HI., < l>\IN<,TON. KV.

YOUNG ROSE PLANTS

We offer the following very choice Plants in 2 1=2 in. pots.

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
Testout, - 6 00
La France, - 3 50
D'ch of Albany, 3 50
Brides, - - 3 50

Per 100.

Mermets, - $3 50
Perles, - - 3 50
Woottons, - 3 50
Papa Gontiers, 3 50
Meteors, - - 3 50

7 — I 7 —

The above stock is very strong and healthy, and propagated from selected wood.
We raised the above to grow for ourselves, and it will give better satis-
faction than stock which has been raised simply to sell.

CARNATIONS,

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Daybreak per 1000 $15.00

Tidal Wave •' 10 OO

Silver Spray " 1O.00

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Avenue, OH10.A.GrO.

H. P. ROSES, ETC.

II. p. Roses. *-' vear old ibiulded), at JIU.SO per lUU;

1100. WJ per UVX).
Madam (J. Lulzut.JIabel Morrison. Prince Cde Rohan.

I'lricli Bninner, Mrs, John LalnK. Maj^a Cliarta.

Giant des Batallles. Duke of Edinburgh, Gen"!

,lacq ton own roots), 12-18 Inches, fine stock, at JS.UO

per UW.
I'ralrle Queen and Baltimore Belle, at 5^^ 00 per 100.
Tree Roses, fine tons, H. P. sorts, at 35S 00 dozen.
Raspberries— Shaffers Colossal, ut .¥1 '.'5 per hundred.

GrcMtr. at *1.00 per hundred.
Gooseberries— Industry, 2 year old, ut JIO.OO per hun-
dred: 1 vear old, at 55.50.
Clematis— .lackniannl and Type. 3 year old. ^ 80 per

dozen. SiS.UU per hundred; Jackmanul. 2 year old.

I>orniant (pot Kro«D), at Si.TS per dozen. *2T, 00 per

hundred.
Hydrangeas Pnnlculata Grd.. 24-30 Inches, ut K'.OO per

hundred
Ilydrantreas Pantculata Grd„ lS-24 Inches, at $<J.0O per

hundred.
Cycas Ri'voluta stems, from 3 to lUO pounds each, at

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,

New York

26 Barclay St.

CHIOA.OO.

F. O. Box 688.

ROSES and BULBS.

Ilibrld Pcrpetnal, Inruo Block,

li-udltiK sons, J8.UU l.tT KX).
M<»i>. Ill 10 lii'slTurlplics. J8 per 1(10.
(lllmblnB, I'rnlrle Qiif.-n, Bull.

Hrll« and Ocm ol" I'rHlrU-«,

jd.iKi iMT ino.

UOSKS ttll strnnK Held Krnwn.

Culiidtam F«cii1mtiiin, ."t t<» II In.

In i:lri;uciifi'riMiri-. $.1..'<1 |il'r 1110; ll li>
Vi< ln..|.VIlU per IIIU; ?!-» tu lU In.,
J7.00 per luO.
Tub^rottm. tall double nnd I'enrl.

4 ti) iiiid ti[> t I clrctiiiilorencu, (l.UU
PIT nil; ».H.I<lpiT Itnio.

STORRS & HARRISON CO.,
Painesville, Ohio.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worke<l low «)n the Mnnettl Htork. offer tho Iwiit ro-
\M\Vm\*i tliuTlurlnt. bloornhiif f ri*i-ly aiulKlvlnK plenty of
tjiitllriKft for pntpatfuiliiK ipilekly. Kino planUi for salo
I y the lOU'ir lOUO. at low raten.
i'riee UbU t'l apphcnntn, Ad<lre«ii

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN. (Uoslon). MASS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Brides, Cusins,

Bridesmaids, Niphetos,

Meteors, Perles,

Hostes, Beauties,

Mermcis, Testouts, La France.

\9 Aildn'iMi for iiiiiitntlnnii

'Z'. iw. vmii^i^iijiax*.,

Vllln l.orrnliM' ItinK-rlra, MAIIIHON, N. ,1

Exhausted.

.All future orders for

MRS. W. G. WHITNEY

can only be booked to fill from
May 1st and onward, as the de-
mand has exceeded my expecta-
tions. All other stock can be
filled at once.

JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J.

ROSES.

200.000--2 1-2 inch pots.
50,000-3 1-2 and 4 1-2 inch pots.

In 1 50 leading varieties.

SKNI> I'OK C.\TA1.0<;|IK ANI> TKICES.

Gut Smilax for Easter. . . .

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

I>*r»y toi:Ti, 01»lo.

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M. A. HUm, Teiie Haute, lull.

5,000 Jack Rose Plants,

ON THEIR OWN ROOTS.

Well lir:iiK-lu-i.l, 2'., t.i > left IiikIi, 5tO per
too. Sample ol S for f 1.00.

JORDAN FLORAL CO.

7<>(1 UUk. Slri-«-t, NT. I.OI'lN, MO.

ROSE PLANTS.

FKOM Cnl.K I'KAMi:.

ST,\ltli:i» INTO NICK (iltOWTII.

I'crlcn, IMlich . . Jli.OOpcrlOO; 2><iiicli, JIOO.

Mrlior. -i'AUKh >l 00 lur 1(K).

Mcrmclii. *liicli ... $•> 00 per 100.

BROWN &, CANFIELD. Springfield, III,

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815

mm

WORLDS FAIR. Send tor

LIST or vyAR.IE.TIE5

Our Great 5pecialty.- The new

lmrge flowering canna5 are the

BEDDING PLANT5 Of THE EUTURE.We
HAVE ALL THE: BEST 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BE5T ThE 'PICTURE 5H0W5A
WERY . 5MALL PAR.T Of OUR GREAT
DISPLAY^ OEOVLR 4,000 PLANT5 AT THE
OUR CATALOGUE GIVING *' f ULL '^

SOMETHING NEW.

Clematis Gen. Grant, or Crimson Jackmanii.

STRICTLY AN AMERICAN SEEDLING, and pos
sessed of qualities not common to foreigju grown
sorts, namely extreme woodiness and vigf»r. flow-
ers in racemes of gieat size, substance, and depth
of color; Ci -lor a maroon crimson changing to a
deep purple in the old flowers, and lasting a long
time, in several cases over a week in good condi-
tion after being cut. This variety will be highly
orized when known, on account of its peculiar
lasting qualities, and being so well adapted to our
hot suns and dry atmosphere— practical florists
will understand this.

Price, good plants, $1.00 Each: $9.00 per Dozen.
Very strong plants, home-grown, $1.50 Each;
$15.00 per Dozen.

P. S — Plants can be had of the undersigned, or of
J. C. Vanghan. Chicago; or Phcenix Nursery Co.,
Hloomington, III.

O LvE^ ^X A 'TIS .

12 Choice leading kinds. Large flowering

Two years . . $3 per doz.; $32..W per 100
Three years .84 " EW.OO

DAISIES- — Snowflake and Snowcrest. distinct
kinds, indispensable for spring sales, S2 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS.

from fall, 75 cents per 100; Jti.OO per 1000.

F. A. BALLEK, Blooinineton, 111.

Mention American Florist.

PALMS.

Hydrangea Paniculata Q'^^nd'JJ^r^ J

THE MOST VALUABLE
OF ALL HARDY
FLOWERINQ SHRUBS.

Get the Best Plants
At the Lowest Prices.
Get them at headquarters.

Choose from the Largest Stock in America.

One Tear, 12x15 inches, flue, S3..50 per 100:

Two Tears, 3 x 3>^ feet, fine, 4.00 "

Two Tears, extra'selected, 3 x 3^^ feet, strong-, . . 5.00 **
Three Tears, 3 feet, strong, nicely branched, twice

transplanted, 6.00 *'

S.IO.OO per 1000
3.5.00
45.00

Packed in best manner and delivered to Express or Railroad free of charge on receipt of proper remittance.

aTord=;; The Dingee »& Conard Co., West Grove, Pa.

P. S. — We have all ihe leading and popular shrubs in quantity and assorted sizes ; field grown. Prices

will suit you. Ask for list.

]VItJ^:st Ibe^ Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address QfORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

M.

SFHA.GNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
Bi. nrA.I«TF*t>I«lD, 18 Chapman Place, iBOSTOIV^.

F.VNCY.

the Wholesale Trade.

4,000,000 EVERGREEN CUT FERNS

ESPECIALLY FOR FLORIST'S USE.

$1.25 PER THOUSAND FERNS.

IN LOTS OF 5000 AND UPWARDS, $1.00 PER 1000. Ferns fur-
nished the year round. Special attention given to suppljring

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Mar. 2g.^

i^iE /ALMJ5JGi4is IFiy^sssir

Subscription Si. 00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Incb. Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertising Department of the American
F1.0BIST is for Florists, Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines ONLY. Please to
remember it.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
insertion In the issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago.

Catalogues Received.

Meehan's Nurseries, Germantown, Pa.,
nursery stock; C. H. Joosten, New York,
fostite; Boskoop Nursery Ass'n, Boskoop,
Holland, plants and nursery stock; E. H.
Krelage & Son, Haarlem, Holland, bulbs;
P. Lambert, Trier, Germany, roses; C. B.
Whitnall & Co., Milwaukee, Wis., orna-
mental trees, shrubs, etc.; Whitnall Flo-
ral Co., Milwaukee, Wis., seeds and
plants; Yilmorin-.\ndrieux & Co., Paris,
France, tree and shrub seeds; Thos. Im-
merschitt, Aschaffenburg, Bavaria, palm
and conifer seeds; Max Deegen, Kostritz,
Germany, roses; Hart & Crouse, Utica,
N. Y., Royal hot water heaters; Samuel
C. Moon, Morrisville, Pa., trade list nur-
sery stock; The Cottage Gardens, Oueens,
X. Y., carnations; W. & J. Birkenhead,
Sale, England, ferns and selaginellas;
Mrs. Maud M. Briggs, El Paso, Texas,
trees, shrubs and plants; C. Ravier, Mo-
bile, Ala., plants; J. C. Gibson, Wood-
bury, N. J., plants and rooted cuttings;
H. P. Kelsey, Kawana, N. C, nursery
stock; Lord & Burnham Co., Irvington-
on Hudson, N. Y., greenhouse heating
and ventilating apparatus.

Otaheite Oranges.

I notice your correspondent's inquirj',
page 599, about Otaheite oranges. I
have grown them rather extensively for
the last few years, about 40,000 of them
last season, and consider them one of the
most interesting and desirable plants of
the easiest culture for an amateur's col-
lection. In fact they will grow where a
geranium would and require no more
care or attention; if anything, they will
get along with less. I had a photograph
taken last summer of a plant which was
three years old, grown in an ordinary
sitting room, with 25 (air sized oranges
on it. The plant was not over 30 inches
high.

I grow them from cuttings exclusively
and find they grow as easy as a rose, and
with proper care will bloom when 12
months old when not more than 10 or 12
inches high. This you see is much less
trouble than grafting.

I was much interested in a report of a
lady customer from I'jorida about a
•mall plant of O. orange I had sent her
by mail two years previous to her writ-
ing, when she told me in the rich Indian
river bottom soil the plant had grown
•even feet high and that big across, had
a dozen good sized ornngcH the first year,
and at the time of her writing was full of
blossrim*. She said it was anything but
a dw.irf. As a whole I have received
more salisfnclory comments from cus-
tomers about this plant than anything
elae I have sent out. G. I)k<iiii'scii.

Columbus, O.

THE GOOD RESULTS OF YOUR . . . . .

SHOULD PROMPT YOU NOW TO SENDING
FOR THE SET OF

Long's Florist's Photographs

WHICH YOU SO LONG HAVE WANTED
AND FELT THE NEED OF.

Don't put it off longer. You are money out each day that you do with,
out them. Address for Catalogue

DANX B. LONG, TnhVish^T, Buffalo, N. Y,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508. 45 Lakc Strcct, CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders witli First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR EASTER DECORATING.

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KAHUS.

CUT STRINGS a ro rs feet l.ong. so cts.

Shipped iu large or suiall quantities to anj- part of the country. Orders by luall, tele-
erraph or telephone.

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

.SDCCESSOK TO

FE6K & SUTttERLflND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^^-

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
Near Tremont St., BOSTON, MASS.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

46 LAKE STREET.

PHONE Main 22!. CHICAGO.

Special .'ittfiition kivcii tostiijipinfs' nulcrs.

H. L. SUNDERBRUCH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
Cinoii^iirfH« 0«

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

496 Waihington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.
Hiiii'i'iM. omiKH" (■ Aiii:rii.i.^ ArrcMiKl) Tu,
4»TIII-:U Hl'i:< lAl.TIKS:

i-'lorlntn' Mnpplli-M. WIrii Dvnlffim, ItiilhH,
Iconic*!) KlorlnlH rhiito|rrn|ihMlM>ulnn(o n<l.
r'ulnlotfiK^"- I<1"U*. 1'tfrniii. iMo . i>n u(i|illcntlun.

Wholesale
FloristvS

^ N. E. CORNER

iV*' 13th & Chestnut Sts.

PHILADELPHIA.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

t4-02 PINE STREET,
(Sllrn-BKiir ti. KI.MSON * IvIKIIN),

■*^ WHOLESALE »=s^

1122 FUTE sth,b:b:t,

eit. l^o«^le9. Ado.

A oompleto line of Wire Ueslciu.

Cut SmilaX, l5c. pc-rstiinjj.

?<riillnx iiliijilii. I .vr . nlrunu. H.M per lUI: r.'ll pi'i' IIIKI.
Hiiilliix vt-L'il, crop 1)1 \w.<.\. U' 0 piT n/. Spi-cliil iitli>iitlnn
pMinlvrn liy vrlro. .IIINKl'll K. IIONSA I.I.,
\V)i(ili'N(iN> KInrldt. ;awi;AltriKi-n .\VK.. f^Ai.iiM. (>,

When yoii write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw tiie ailvertiseinent in the
American Florist.

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E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

79 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, Biri.BS AND AI,I,

7I.OBISTS' STJFPI.IES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

FLINT KENNICOTT, FRED. W..H. SUNOMACHER,

President. Sec'7 and Treas.

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH Street,
OHIOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

General Agents for Chicago and *.he Northwest of
Kelsey's Beautiful New Southern Galax Licaves,
12.00 per 1000; 25 cents per 100.

A. L. RANDALL,

winoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE.

Telephone 49.'!7 CmC3A.<iO.

MONS. Or.SEN.

Horace R. hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4786. Consignments Solicited.

JOHN YOUNG,

wtioi6sai6 Fiona

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

iW^ Send for quotations on Choice Stock.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,
BRIDES,

GONTIERS,
CARNATIONS
ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICHLTDRAL AUCTIONEERS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES.

FLORISTS'
VASES.

FLORAL DESIGKS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.50 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLANO, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©yfiofe^aPe MarftelU..

Cut Flowers.

NEW York. Mar. 26.

EASTER PRICES.

Roses. Perle. Cusln.Wattevllle 4.00(5> S.OO

.Meteor, Mermet, Bride 5.10(3)0.00

Bridesmaid S.OOeslS.OO

Beauty S.OUOlO.OO

Hybrids 5.0«®4O.OO

Carnations... . 2 00(9 4.00

Harrisll Lilies, Calla ti.UO®lU.0O

Violets.... 75® 1.00

Daflodlis.Tulips 2.00® 3.00

Valley LOU® 2.00

Itciman Hyacinths I.0U@l-60

MlBnonette '.i.UO® 6.00

Smliax 8.U0®12.CD

Adlantum . 1.00

Lilacs, per bunch 50® .'ib

Bu»i'UN, Mar. 2fi.

EASTER PRICES.

1-IIIes. Longltiorums I5.00®18.UO

Harrisll 10.10®15.00

Candldums 6.00® 8.00

Roses, Nlpnetos, Gontler 5.00® 6, UO

Perle, Sunset 6.00® S.OO

Bride. .Mermet S.00(i;»12.00

Jaci|s, Magna Charta. 12.0U£u3j.U0

American Beauty, Brunner 25.UO®50.UO

Callas . 10.UW3il5.00

Uarnallons 3.00® 5.00

Violets. Pansles 75® 1.00

Lily ot the valley 2.U0® 4 UU

Uyuolntlis 2.00® 3.00

Dutfudlis. Tulips a.UO® 4.00

iSpirasa. stock , 2.0U® 3.U0

Mignonette 2.00® 4.U0

Adlantum 1.00

Smllax 12.60

Asparagus 50.00

English Primroses, per bunch 12c

Heath, per bunch .50

Philadelphia. Mar. 26.

E.\STER PRICES.

Roses, Perle, Gontler, Nlpheios. . 3.00® 5.00

CuBln, Wattevllle, Hoste 4.U0® 6.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 6.00® 8.00

Kalserin, Bridesmaid, Testout 10.UO@12.00

Belie. Beauty 10.00®20.UO

Laings 12. 50(1625. 00

Brunner 3U.L0®40 00

" Jacqs 12.50

Carnations. H. Keller 6.00

Ophelia, Sweetbrier, Daybreak 2.00

Kdna Craig 2.00® 3.00

Valley 2 lu® 3.00

Romans, Paper white 1.60® 2.00

Daffodils 3.00® 4.00

Smilax 12.00® 15.00

Adlantum 1.00® 1.50

Violets 5O13I 1.00

Mignonette 1.50® 2.00

Asparagus .5O.U0@75.00

Harritii lilies 8.00®10.00

Callas 6.UU® S.OO

Kroesla 1. 00® 1.50

Tulips 4.0c® 5.00

Cattieyas 40.00

Orchids 1.6.00®40.40

CHICAGO, Mar. 26.

EASTER PRICES.

Roses, Beauty 25.00

Hybrids ....30.00@:i5.0U

Jawis 16 00®18.00

Meteor S.0O®10.0O

Bride. Mermet 7.00® S.OO

NiphetOB. Gontler 4.00® 6.00

Perle 3.00® 6.U0

" La France 6.UU@iO.00

Carnations, long 3,00

fancy 2.5C® 3.00

Violets SO® l.ou

Harrisll 10.UO®J5.UU

Hoinans. narcissus 2.00® 3.00

Valley, Tulips 3.00® 4.00

Dutch hyacinths 8 UO®IU.UO

Smilax lU.0U@i6.00

Asparagus . 50.00

Cincinxati. Mar. 26.

Roses, Beauty 10.U)®35.00

Mermet. Bride 4.00® 6.00

Testout 8.00

Perle 3.00® 4 00

Carnations 1. 00® 3.00

Tulips 3.U0@4.{jO

Narcissus 3.00

Daffodils 2. CO® 3.00

Valley 3.00

Romans 2.00

Violets 75® l.UO

Callas, Harrisll 8.00

Pansles 76® l.UO

Smilax iO.OO£«15.00

Adlantum 1.00

ST. Louis, Mar. 26.

EASTER PRICES.

Roses, Peries, Nlphetos, Wootton 5.00® 7.00

Bride.Mermet. Meteors 8.00S10.00

Wutteyiile. Hoste, Cusln 6.00® S.OO

Bridesmaid 10.UUMi2.00

La P'rance, Albany 6.00(9 s. 00

Beauty. 5.UO®.')0.00

Carnations, long 1.60® 2.00

fancy 2.10® 3.00

short l.UO

Valley 3.00® 5 (10

Romans, Narcissus 3.00® 5.00

Tulips 4.00® 6.00

Datlodils .. 1.00® 5. UO

Violets 26® 1.60

Harrisll, Callas 8.U0®lt.00

Mignonette 2.00® 6.00

Smilax 15.00

Adlantum 1,25

Lilac, per ICO sprays 5 00® 6.00

Buffalo, Mar, 27.

Roses, Beauties . . .16.00@25.00

Jat-qs 12.0C®15.00

Bninners, Hybrids 12 00®15.00

.Mermet, Bride 7.00®1U.00

Meteor S.0t)(yil2.UO

Gontler. Perle Hoste 5.00® 6. OO

Cusln. Wattevllle, Mphetos 6.U0® 6.00

Carnations, long 1.50® 2.00

Daybreak and Wm. Scott 2.0oc<ij2.50

Tulips, Daffodils 3.00® 4.U0

BURNS & RflYNOR,

49 West 28th Street,

NEW YORK,

Wholesale Dealers in
and Shippers of

Choice Flowers

OUR SPECIALTIES:

AMERICAN BEAUTIES,
METEORS.

BRIDESMAIDS.

CUT FLOWERS.

ROSES, standard varieties
and novelties

Carnations, all the new

sorts in finest quality.

VIOLETS, MIGNONETTE AND VALLEY.

FIRST QUALITY STOCK.
WHOLESAXE ONLY.

THOS. YOUKG, Jr..

20 West 24th ST new yor"

WALTER F. SHERIDAN,

. WHOLESALE •
I

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut* Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WH0LE8J1LE FLORIST,

117 W. 30th St.. new YORK.

The Oldeit Eitablished Commission House in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE. CAREFUL PACKING.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th Street,

NEW YORK CITY.

Established 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST 2FITH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Kxchange, 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

Careful .«MppIng: to all parts of the country
i'rice list oil application.

818

The American Florist.

Mar. 2g^

JKe 3^®^ Ura^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrRPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Dos. secretary aod treasurer. 114 Chambere street.
New York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
June, at Toronto. Ont.

Santa Clara onion seed growers re-
port cold rain and poor outlook for
onions planted on the lowest ground.

Injiriovs Insects and the use ot insect-
icides, is one of the many useful little
manuals published by W. .\tlee Burpee.
It contains 185 illustrations of insect
pests, and gives the most approved in-
secticides for each and every one. A very
useful handbook for everyone interested
in farm, garden or greenhouse.

ElKtablisIied 1830.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN.

Detroit.

Robert Watson, for many years fore-
man on Belle Isle Park, has embarked in
business and will make the carnation his
specialty. He has 3,500 feet of glass de-
voted to carnations and one house in
course of construction, 80x18, will be de-
voted to sweet peas.

The central market has been abolished,
compelling many to seek other quarters
to dispose of their plants, etc. Some of
the more enterprising florists have rented
stores on our main thoroughfare. This
move will have a tendency to improve
the plant trade with florists. A great
deal ot second-class stock found an outlet
in our central market.

Andrew Fereuson, wholesale grower,
will erect an office and greenhouse on
Woodward and Willisavenues as soon as
arrangements can be made for next win-
ter's trade.

New Catalogue (No. 4)
containing over 1,000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use,
feuch as en\-eIopcs, letter
heads, bill-heads, cards,
advers., floral desi^s. etc.,
at from :^0c. and upwards.
ITicc of CitaloKue i5 cts.
(deducted fr<jniSl order).

A. BLANC,

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

hPLANTS! BULBS!

M K\-r-. 'Mr,.' ^i I." rt.tijiltK to iJiu Fnrm

M .'ifi'i (itirdcii '•t ih'- \n».i (in«I chulCCBt

H <4.* . . I'K UES KI<;ilT.

H '"■** .1' /ii<; on QiipllffiJ'-n.

M WEEBER & DON. ^

^ 114 CMAKincBi St.. New York Citv. n

T"v i)RHHR'S

OflRDtN SttDS,

Planti, Bulbt & R);quiiitet.
'Ili'-ynr*- thr b«t( nl Ihc

lOMrett pricet. Trade Liit t»-
ii'-'l fiunrttrly. niallcd frc€

\'. thr \r:v\f only.
IIKNKV A. niCKKK,
rhllH<lfl|ilib«. I'M.

Water Hyacinths.

POHTEDEaiA CKASSIPES.

Free by iiuil, JJ 00 anJ |5 'I'J per too.

CANNA FLACCIDA J3.00 per 100.

A.. II. CRAIVEC,

Alwavb mention the Amkiiica.h Plo-
BiST wbeo writinj; to advertiwrni.

HII^r^EJOOlMC,

HOUvOA-lVr*,

Xjnsrgest, ^3kz*o'%^reK*s of

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HfADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE rORCING BULBS.
^iVl:lolesale Iiiaporters should write us for Prices

OUK XKW TKADE LIST NOW KKADY.

HOLLAND

FORGING^BULBS

Our Specialties for this
Season will be

HYACINTHS, *"\'a?^J.,.

Small, pure white Hyacinths, to suc-
ceed the Romans.

Scarlet van Thol Tulips, La Reine,
Chrysolora and other market vars.

Double Van Sion Daffodils in any
quantity.

Narcissus Bicolor Horsfieldii, Sir Wat-
kin, Poeticus ornatus, Albus plenus
odoratus.

Spirjea compacta multiflora and Spirasa
astilboides, two new sorts now much
in demand in Europe.

Lilies and other bulbs and bulbous
roots for forcing, etc.

Send list of what you need to

SEGERS & CO.

BULB GROWERS.

LISSE, near Haarlem, Holland, EliroDe.

Registered cable address SEGER5C0. Lisse. Holland.

KSTABLISIIKD 1874.

One customer writes: "The bulbs received of yuu
Ijiflt full were very satisfactory." And unutlier wrote
tUBt October: "Ttie bulbs you torwurded ub have
opened up very Biitlsfactory Indeed, l>elng line, largo
bulbs, and In K<Jod condition."

SyiniiiGr Delivery

'JULY AND AUGUST.)

•AI.M SKKDS ifriini Cnllfonilil nnd
AuHtrallnl.

TUKi; ii;kn .stk.ms.

I'llKKSIAS. \V« will hiivc n million or KUEEHIAa

ninnlnit rroin 7-1''> Ut ^{ of nn Inch.
C'AI.I.AS. Dry root* In nil k\i.vii.
I. II.. I.ON'filKI.OKIIM.
CALIFOKMA S.tlAM, KIII.IIS.
Ilnxlln!nii. CaluchorlllH. I-'lilllliirlliii.

A<lvurM-e I'rii.'ti l.lHt rcmly. Hcnd for It. Wo wnnt
VMiir opliTH now Addn-ftN

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

SAN FRANCISCO. GAL.

Ernsl Rcimschncitler. Altona. Germany,

BERLIN LILY T°H^E VALLEY PIPS

Kxtrn w'h-^'itj'l f|iiiilltr. In ciiw. of nijdd iilr>«.

.V»w In f'Ol.lt NTOKAdK WAKKIKMIHK.

AlMi for Imi-orliitlon on onliTpi. MKI';i>H. Drloil

Klowon. <iriiMtii. <■!«.. nnd HprliiK IIuIIm.

HMI.K AOFNTH

C. C. ABEL & CO., p. 0. Bo< 920. NEW YORK.
EXTRA STRONG. WELL ROOTED

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

Now Krndy |.'i (» prr 1000; W)c. |irr 100.

MINH r. A. ilAKKK, Mrdlii, i'n.

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

p. O. B. NEW YORK.

We offer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at $9.00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to being unsold.

oWllF ilAoi California grown.

We are headquarters for C?.lifornia
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED &, PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)

427-9 Sansome St., Sa,n FranCiSCO, Ceil.

0

i

M

0

f

Huiseboscli Brotners,

OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

I'or luo I'or lOOO

LILIUM SPKCIOSUM ALBUM . . J 0.00
ROSKUM . 5.00
KUBRUM . 5.00

SINGI.K DKCONIAS, fine Imllis,
new crop, finest strain, in 4 sepa-
rate colors ... 4.00 85.00

CONVAl.ARIA MAJAI.IS, Gerninn
pip». 1.00 8.00

TUIIKROSHS, Pearl nnd Tall. Al
IbiK) bulbs. ... . .00 7.60

I,OW miDDKD ROSBS, in sorts,

Dutcli Stock ... ».00

KnKlisli Sloclc. . . 11.00

All otiicr nlnntft or shmbs can be ordered for

March, '01 (lelivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

68 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

Hi:uu.MAi\\s si:i:i) stowk

4i:i lOiint :<4lli .str<-<-t.
Near Ixinil Inland KlTry. NKW VOICK.

TIm- Iti'Hl lorl'til I'loUfTK. '

PINK WHITE pen OZ $1 60.

I III' I.

,\ ITI.irA riiiN

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The American Florist.

819

tiEALTHY CARNATION PLANTS Make Money for the Grower.

OUR CUSTOMERS ARE ALL COMMENDING
OUR STOCK AND ENDORSING OUR
SYSTEM OF GROWING.

This Pliotograph was taken in the >Ionth of December and Represents our Daily Sliipments.

^PP lAlhPIt ThPII Q;ill • carnations are Certain to PAY wlien you Buy your
QUO Vlliau lllUU Oay. cuttinas trom THE COTTAGE GftRDENS.

'rK<s'ri:iviojviA.i^«s,

Seawanhaka Greenhouses, W. L. Swan, Proprietor,
Oyster Bay, L. I., January 25. 1894.
Last fall, to complete my stock for bench planting, I purchased of you a
lot of carnations. It gives me pleasure to assure you that they were entirely
satisfactory, and the beU carnation plants I have ever purchased. It is a
^eat blessing to Long Island florists to have near-by facilities for purchas-
ing first-class stock such as your establishment is affording, and I hope you
will be liberally patronized as you so well deserve. Wishing you the fullest
measure of prosperity, I remain, Respectfully yours, W. L. SWAN.

Wilkrsbarre, Pa., January 24, 1891.
The carnations procured from you last fall were the healthiest and clean-
est stock I ever saw. They have done excellently well. As I required these
for stock, health and vigor, of course, was the great desideratum. In these
days of rust, bacteria and all the ills which affect the carnation, it is a great
pleasure to know where to procure stock free from these diseases.

Yours very truly. GEO. E. FANCOURT, Rose Grower.

Tarrytown-on-Hudson, January 25. 1894.
The carnations obtained from vou last spring were obtained for sale aod
propagation purposes only. The plants were very satisfactory, betng strong,
healthy, well rooted cuttings, and we were very much pleased wth them.
Very truly yours, F. R. PIERSON CO., Florists.

Buffalo, N. Y., January. 1894.
I had from you last spring 500 Daybreak and 500 Wm. Scott carnations.
I am glad to be able to say that the plants of both turned out remarkably
fine, free from disease of all kinds. The bed ot Wm. Scott has been loaded
with buds and flowers from September 15th, and is finer to-day than ever
and a sight that is good to dispel the blues.

Respectfully yours. WM. SCOTT, Florist,

1623 Dorchester Avenue. Dorchester, Mass., Jan. 26, 1894.
The carnations that I bougnt of you last season were healthy, well
rooted, true to name, and full count. The most satisfactory lot I have ever
received from a commercial house. Wishing you all prosperity at your new
place and awaiting your list of novelties, I remain.

Yours, elc. J. A. FOSTER, Florist.

Bellmore. L. I., January 26, 1891.
The carnations purchased of vou proved to be healthy and vigorous.
They were very satisfactory. Your description of the merits of the new vari
eties was not overdrawn, thereby establishing our confidence in your stock
for the future. Yours respectfully.

R. P. JEFFREY & SON, Nurserymen and Florists.
Se.v-Side Greenhouses. Southampton, N". Y , Jan. 2-5. 1891.
Please send your price list of rooted cuttings as soon as issued. Those
we received from you last season were first-class in every respf-ct and have
done well. We wish particularly to say a good word for Wm. Scott and
Mme. Diaz Alberttni. Both are very fine.

Yours truly. HALSEY & EDWARDS.

Send for our Illustrated and Descriptive Catalogue, which gives in full our methods
of growing and tells how we fight the rust.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

820

The American Florist

Mar. 2g,

Baltimore.

The trade in cut flowers and flowering
plants in this city was without precedent.
Fine weather brought out everything,
and the market men could not complain
of the temperature, for a more perfect day
could not be desired than Saturday in
every respect.

Prices were perhaps a shade below last
year, but the quantity of stuflf disposed of
was simply enormous.

There were many points of interest con-
nected with the decorations and sales,
but a scribe exhausted with loss of rest
and bard work will be excused ior briefly
summarizing them. Messrs. Halliday
Bros, had the besthydraiigeassecn.Saml.
Feast & Sonsled the market with superb
azaleas, Mrs. M.J.Thomas had the usual
superbly arranged show window, Brack-
enridge & Co. had their Easter sale at
110 N'. Charles St., a big store crowded
with bloom. Jas. Pentland, Jno. Cook and
W. J. Halliday made their square a blaze
of floral beauty.

The church decorations were fuUyequal
to any ever seen here.

It is to be hoped that the ice is broken
and hard times have finally disappeared.

Mack.

Correction.

In our last issue there was a typo-
graphical error in the article on the
arrangement of flowers. In the fifth par-
agraph, third column of first page, the
line, "It will close again at night,"
etc., should have appeared in the follow-
ing paragraph, and apply to the tulips
instead of the carnations.

Begonias.

I'erUO

Flowering varieties S3 00

Paul Bruant, Sin. Sets, each; 25^ in 6 00

kt-x, in variety 5 00

COiEoS. in variety, per 1000, S20.00 . . . . 2 .W

Moon Vine. (I. Noctiphyton) 3 SO

COBSA Scandens ... 3 00

Oeranlniua, none but the best varieties, per

1000, $i; 00 ... . 3 00

Ampelopsis Vcilchii. 1!4 to 3 feet 4 00

'■ Tricolor, strong 2 in . .... 3 W)

Chrysanttaemnxns, le.iding varieties, per

^<^» 5JHJ0 2 .W

I^emon V»rbena. strong 3 00

]La&tana, fine varitrties 2 TM)

Roses.

Hardy Climbers, \'^ m 3 00

H. I'.. 1J4 in. 3 50

lA France, Duchess of Albany, White La
Fraiicf. Striped I^ France. Hcrraosa,
Mm, iJCRraw. Queens Scarlet. I'apa Gon-
tier. ClolliiI<!'- S-iiipert. Rainbow, etc., per
1000, li'. I" 3 00

Carnations.

Kooled CultinK". leading varieties, healthy,

per lOfJO. flOOO I a>

HEI.IOTBOFE I vr.ii.t!. . , 2.',"

THOS. A. MCBETH& CO., Springfield,

Mention Arutinciin (•'iitriiit.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

\ I r SI stin K i»K

Rooted Cuttings. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings.

ALL THE BEST VARIETIES IN CULTIVATION.
FINE STOCKS OF DAYBREAK, EDNA CRAIG AND CARTLEDGE.

Catalogues ready January Ist, '94. Correspondenoe solicited.

Address M. BJ. OHITT^V, F»€iter«o«x, BT. J.

The best Yellow CARNATION. Ready April i5tli.
Price, $2.00 per dozen; $10.00 per hundred.

Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, L. I., N. Y.

QUEEN AND I
NIVEUS. t

Two Besi willies,

;-■ : I'XJ for Unf fclrniijf jiIhiiIh

J. A. PETERSON.

41 W<'«1 lib olr'i'l.

< I N< 1 N s \ I r, (>.

WATER LILIES.

-^ SEED, TUBERS AND ROOTS.

Now IS llic lime tu so* seed ol Water
Lilies and Nrlumhiumi, and plant Hardy vari-
etiM. Seed 50c. trade pkt. iJormant tubers
and ^oot^ by mail.

mm. TRICKER, Clifton, N. J.

Mention American Florist

Our stock is large and handsome, consisting ol

70 to 75 varieties, including the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at $6.50 per 1000 by expre-ss; in 20
varieties, at $1.00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at $2.00
per 100 by mail.

Golden Verschafteltii and Mrs. I. D. Haight (yellow),
at $8.00 a 1000. We -will include at least 50 cut-
tings of the new kinds in every 1000 purchased.

coivB>u«s. 4 NEVy GflRNflTIONS

CARNATIONS.

A large stock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cuttings, $5.00 per 100; 8)0 DO per 1000.

Prices of other kinds on application.
Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in

all cases.

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDALE, FA.

50,000 Garnaiions.

ROOTED CUTTINGS READY.
NO "RUST."

SEISrX) FOE/ XjIST.

p. <). Uox 3-46. KKNNKTT SOUAKK, I'A.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

I^arge stock on hand; free from nist or other dls-
cfisc. Satisfaction gnarautccd. Scud
lor price list.
JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

BY THE THOUSAND.

Arancarla Excelsa and Olauca, Aspi-
distra, Falms. Phonuiums. Bay Trees
— crowns and pyramids of all sizes.

I'lickliik' fri'i' f.ir iMiBh wUli ..r.lcr

The Nurseries, JULES DE COCK,

I.KOKIIKKO, iH'ili tilii'lit, KKl.till'M,

tlFFKK.H AM Hr'KCI.M.'lll'.H:
<;li>\lnl>i. Hull! Iti'KiiiiliiH. i'\lni viirlrtl<».

THE flS&OGIflTION FL,ORfl,

BOSKOOP. HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

>jirn

CI.KMATIS In puirtu, :i ).■
Nl-lli.i: A .lAi'oMtrA

per lUU KSt.m
4.U0

IFOH XSS-*.

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variesatecl;

GOLDFINCH, yellow etlgecl pink.

$10.00 per ICO; $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 1S93 varieties Irom Headquarters. We
have extra Are stock of Wm. Scott, (the most profit-
able pink carnation grown): Mine. l>laz Albertlnl.
Ella. Kej-nolds, Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Major BonnatTon, the
most perfect Yellow Clirysanlhenium ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.

MONEY=GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

Uncle John
The Stuart
VVm. Scott
Edna Craig
Albertini
l)a\'break
Cartledge
McGowan
Portia

CARNATIONS

FROAl SOIL.

Free from Disease and First-
Class in every way,

Nntc. licfori- you t.>rdiT ulsi'wlicrc, tlint
wt* (MIiT llii' jitMivt.' iitui twi-nty (ithcr l'oucI
vnrli'lU's nf (.'arnatlt'ns. \\r[\ i-stahllshed
In Sill!, reaiiv t.ir j.luntint: uul ur iH.ltlnj:
up ili'MvLTvhi April— atlhe price ot cut-
tlML's fr.im piind. and Knnnintee Butlstue-
llon. Send for list

ALEX. McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

SWEETBRIER

Kecolveil Int ITL'Tnlum for 'lieBt si'L'dllng of any color"

Kt I'hlla.. Nov. 7, ''.a. Tolor botwoun

Daybreak and Wilder.

Klowors brousilit Si. DO luir IIW wholoiialo, at J. 11.

h'reemanB. WnBhliiglon, last winter.

"1 llko Its color better than Daybreak."

KnwiN LONSDAI-K,
"Swectljrlor Is all that can bo doalred."

W. A. MASDA.

K.ioted cutdngs. »I('..IXI per 100; mO.UU por lOUO. De-
livery to begin February 1. "M.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

KOOTKI) UUNNKUS. Pl-dO pur HW; f-':. UO per 1000.
Send for price IIhI.

KKNNKTT SyiJAKK. PA.

Menllon American KIorlBt.

Lady Hume Campbell.

EVERYBODY WANTS A HEALTHY VIOLET.

This stock has never hecn iliscased. Kcndy for

delivery May 1, at $:i.on per liundrcd;

$2,100 per thousand.

iiii; <>ni(;i>\l. sinCK.

H. HUEBNER, Qrolon, Mass.

IIIKI.Y TKA S|-K<"rAI»II.IH

I.llliiin iiiH><'t(»niini, I'lrnnlnn Ilho«liKtiMidrnnii. Ar.aleaii
II 1' lOiwu. In iH-iil vnrletleii. IMT llOrMI) AlicMiir
rliTC. AKred rvilcriili. Anna AlexleH, A dci DlenlilU'li.
II llolliu'lilld. H«l"r lli/lini».<ieii Inik, l,n ITniiic,
Mine i, l,ul/,el, .Mifte, niiiitlfr, Mngnii Clinrla, I'liiil
.\4<yrnii, r r. lie Itnliiiii. I'erle ile« lllaiM-lien. l.'Irlcli
llrunnernnd i/llii;rii. ("nlnh'gue mfi niiplleallnn

aOO Cliinhrl.lltr Ave.. .IKItSKV t.lTV. N. .1.

Mention American Ktorliit

Farlugium Grande.

line planls. f" TO per hundred; hy mail.

pi)!.|paid, 81.01) ],er dozen. You will make a

niislake if you fail to secure a slock of this,

alwnyH scarce plant, at tlic above low price.

TIl-TOI« X3ROM.,

No. -iTi (irovo Strcol. AlltOllA, II,L.

j8c)^.

The American Florist.

821

CARNATIONS^

Rooted Cutting's Beady Now.

\Vm. Scott

E. Fierson

Silver Spray

Lizzie McGowan l»aybreak I'ortia

Blanche Edna Craig AVabash

Golden Gate Annie I'ixley F. Mangold

J. J. Harrison M Albertini Tioal Wave
T. Cartledge Nancy Hanks Dr. Smart

These aod other standard sorts S^12 per 1000 and upwards
Varieties of 1894 Ready April 1st.
The Stuart (scarlet) was awarded the gold medal
at Indianapolis. Uncle John (white) received cer-
tificate of merit at same place. Helen Keller,
Goldfinch (yellow) and E- A. Wood.

SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST.

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN. MICH.

CARNATIONS

sTaIS" verbenas,

Rooted Cuttings or Plants.

New French Cannas; Chrys. Geo. S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia Trailing Queen; and many
other fine Novelties.

AVrite for Illustrated Catalogue.

VICK & HILL,

— »»»». ROCHESTER, N. T.

CARNATIONS

HoQi^i Cuttings, Now Ready.

Per 100 Per 1000
DAYBREAK 82 60 820 00

BUTTERCUP 400 3500

PURITAN 2 00 15 00

SILVER SPRAY .... 1 60 10 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 60 10 DO

GRACE WILDER 1 50 10 00

PORTIA 1 50 12 00

Cash "With order. 10c. per 100 extra
when ordered shipped by mail.

Send for wholesale price list of Rooted Cuttings
and Plants.

JAMES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

Mention American Florist.

DflYBREflK, NflNGY HANKS
And 6flRTL,EDGE.

NOW READY.

FINE. CLEAN, HEALTHY STOCK. SPECIAL PRICES

to large buyers of these splendid Carnations.

Address H. E. CHITTY, Paterson, N. J.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW READY.

Wm. Scott. EdnaCralK. Daybreak. Thos. Cartledce,
Buttercup, McGowan. and many of the standard kindB.
Orders tilled fur the New varieties.

Stuart, Uncle .loliu, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, Annie Pixley, Bouton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co.. PA.

CARNATIONS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

For Immediate delivery: L. McGOWAN,
PORTIA, PURITAN, and WM. SCOTT.

ISrO SMJST.
Address E. P. MARSHALL,

LONDON GKOVE, PA.

Carnation Cuttings.

Free from rust and disease. Send for
price list

J. T. lae-Wltt, Bristol, r»^.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

Varieties good. Cuttings good. Lizzie McGowaa, Silver Spray, Aurora, Crace barling, Portia
and Fred Dorner, at 81.25 per 100 , SIO per 1000. Daybreak, at $2 50 per 100; 820 00 per 1000. Edna
Craig, 83.00 per 100. i- , y ^

Annie Pixley and Helen Keller.

pixley is a model pink; Keller is a model fancy.
Both are money in your pocket varieties for cut
flowers. Price $12 per 100; 890 per 1000.

Verbena Lancaster Beauty.

Decidedly the prettiest Verbena that grows, novel
as well as beautiful and sells at sight. Price 82
per 100. Seedlings from the best mammoth strain
90c. per 100; 87.50 per 1000.

Coleus, choice sorts at 87 per 1000, q-iantity unlimited.

Alterna'-thera, Red. Yellow and Pmk, transplanted plants at 88 and 810 per 1000.

Scabiosa, Snow Crest the finest white in the world, 9Uc. per 100: 87.50 per 1000.

Pansies, Seedling plants at 85 per 1000; Blooming plants 812 to 815 per 1000. The same good
strain I always have.

Geraniums. A choice assortment (very choice), with labels at $1.50 per 100; 812 per 1000- without
labels 81.25 per 100; 810 per 1000. (Rooted Cuttings.)

No list published and terms are cash with the order or C. O. D.

L. B. 496.

ALBERT WI. HERR, LANCASTER, PA.

WE REPEAT

THAT THE NEW FANCY

CARNATION

"HELEN KELLER"

Is the most beautiful in form and prolific in bloom of any carnation that has been brought
to our notice up to the present time.
We will read to you a letter under date of March 10. It is from the well-known W. Raymond,
Esq., proprietor of the Raymond Flower and Seed Store. Boston. Mass., and also of the
Raymond Nurseries. Pasadena, California.
"The t>ox of Carnation blooms thai you sent to me at Cambridtie (Mass.). were duly received, and 1
find them so satisfactory, that 1 send herewith a check for $7«. which with the ¥12 sent vou recently wlil
make fVW.OO. and you can change my recent order making It lUOO Instead of 100. 1 thought that our car-
nations In California were as large as could be grown, but your 'HKLEN KKLLKK' beats them
all. All of which Is endorsed by those who have seen It Growing and Hlooniiug;.
PRICE FOR WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS:
$3.00 per dozen; $12.00 per 100; $25.00 per 250; $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.
ORDERS MAY BE SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE, or

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, N. J.

HARDY ORANGE (Citrus trifoliata).

The coming he(jge plant, superior for the purpose to anything else yet oiTere(i^

One year, 9 to 15 inch J3.00 per 100;

Two years, 12 to 24 inch, branched 4.00 per 100;

F. 0. B. for cash with order.

J25.00 per 1,000
35.00 per 1,C0Q

J. T. LOVETT, Little Silver, N. J.
^™ JACQUEMINOT

Is endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
:M0 K E .SAM PLES— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per dozen, $2.00; per lOO, SIO.OO; per 1000.
J8U.0O. 260 at 1000 rate.

Carnation Guttinss

NOW READY.

Daybreak and Puritan. $2 per 100; 815 per 1000.
Lizzie McGowan, J. J. Harrison^ Nellie Lewis,

Grace Wilder, American Flag, Golden Gate,

81.50 per 100; |12.50 per 1000,
Mrs. Fisher. Hinze's White, Portia, Hector, Tidal

Wave, $1.25 per 100; 810.00 per 1000.
Also Rooted Cuttings of MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

86.00 per 1000. A fine lot of Violet clumps full

of cuttings, at 85.00 per 100. Ready to deliver

April 1st and after.

ALL FIRST-CLASS STOCK.

C. B. HUMPHREY.

607 Chatliam St., ROMI!, N. Y.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced.
Largest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO.,
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

VERBENAS-MAMMOTH,

Very clean and strong, look like seedlings,
bright colors, transplanted cuttings jSl.OO
per 100; strong rooted cuttings S6.00 per
1000; ready any time. All come again
that have bought once. Cash or C. O. D.
W. B. WOODRUFF. Florist. Westfield. N. J.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

to color.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLIS. Norfolk Co., MASS.

WE

:ire now filling promptly all orders

FOR

Ada Buron and Nicholson

• ' . CARNATIONS.

They are the cream of the year.
Senti for circular to

JOSEPH BRECK & SONS.

ICOUPOKATIO.V),
^^^^.^^HOSTON, MASS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Clirysantiiemums I Carnations.

Write for list and prices,
to suit the times.

Prices

PANSIES, from cold frame, first slze.K5.0i) per 1000:
second sIzl-, fl,^.0O per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. V.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammoths, 2!'4-lnch pots To. CO $2.S OO

rooted cuttings, 1.25 10 00

General collection, named, " *• l.oo s oti

„■• , ". ,. " 2!(-lnch pots.... 2.60 20.00

Send for price list of Carnations. Chrysanthemums

and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

Mention American Florist.

822

The American Florist.

Mar.

29.

Dropping of Rose Buds.

Rose growers complain of the buds of
their roses dropping before they are full
size. The stem below the bud becomes
weak, the bud droops to one side, the
stem turns brown and finally the bud
falls away. With some sorts the buds
are very small and drop quite early in
their growth. No fungus was to be found
in a mature form associated with ih;se
weak stems and buds; but when thej' were
put in culture a graj' mould (Botrytis
vulgaris) came upon them. This mould
is common to the greenhouse, appearing
upon old blossoms of roses and other
plants, and flourishes upon healthy leaves
when the mouldy petals, etc., fall upon
them. This is particularlv true of geran-
iums and calla foliage. Whether the bo-
trytis may be the cause of the dropping
of the rose buds or only follows a weak-
ness due to something else is not deter-
mined. The writer would like to hear
from others upon this point through the
Florist. Bvron D. H.\lsted.

New Brunswick, N.J.

Lenox, Mass. — A number of the leading
gardeners in Lenox and vicinitv having
in view the encouragement and advance-
ment of horticulture have organized the
Lenox Horticultural Society. Although
in existence less than two months the
membership has already reached thirtj--
five, ten new names being added at the
meeting on March 17th. Mr. E.J. Nor-
man is president, and Mr. A. H. Wingett,
Secretary. The meetings have been held
at the office of Mr. J. F. Huss, gardener
to Mr. George H. Morgan. At the March
meeting a vote of thanks to Mr. Huss
was passed expressing the indebtedness
of the society to him for his zeal in its be-
half and his kindness in giving them the
use of his office. It is proposed to hold
an exhibition in September, and schedule
of premiums is in course of preparation.

READ THIS.

FKLTHOISKN. Ill* COI.KI'.S .SI'KCI ALIST,

llHH at U'itHt
100.000 PANSIKS. In the sei-cl bed. at f2.(X) per lUOO,

and about 60.mwtniii»|ilH riled In tlat«. at H.IJU per lUOU,
BOOTED CirTTINliS of rol.KlS. yi'ur selection-

K.0O per KUO. Our wlectlon. K.im per lUUO.
FUCHSLAS. leadlnK aorta, muted cuttlnKn 11.00 per lOO.
HKLIOTROfE. 4 vartctlea. Jl.OC per IWI.
SALVIAS or a WKET SAGE. »I.OO per lOO.

raih mtjat In all caaca aeconipflny the order.

J. E. FELTHOUSEN.

370VanVranken Ave.. SCHENECTADY. N. Y,

Latania Borbonica.

From 6-Inch pots, 24 inches high, with
5 to 7 characteristic leaves.

{1.00 each: $9.00 per dozen: t75.00 per hundred.
Price ol smaller sizes on application.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

167 W Manmae Bt , ADKIABT, MICH

Tuberous Begonias.

(.UrKKIN'H HTllAIN

Mf*4Hl Auurdrd hI Worlil'H Kulr.

Wc anf hini(lf|uarti?ni fortlti' a^iovc.lbc Hnont ntrnlii In
thi! world. H^'firl f(.r llliiNtnito*! rtifirr1|»llvL* futUiloffiin
wllh ••«ii.>rii(ht ftiynivlrtun. It tdln y<ni nil iiImmiI lln-iii

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Tho« Cri(1(n. Mqr Witlbuf) Station. L. I.. N. Y.

CARNATIONS,

CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
HYDRANGEAS,

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

■M.rKi r<pr Triiil.' I.lal.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood A>e. and &8th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Wban WTlUiw mantlon tbe AHicitirAN Kmiiiiht.

a ^I^'IV' i?L Florence Vaughan,

^m -*- .^^^"^■-A-'^--^ -M. Per 100 $25.00,

■ i%.T^T^i\. True Little Gem,

VH -*- ^ m ^ -M-^.^ .^ Per 100 $10.00.

X rvOT^HIIvr>E> Soupert Rose,

s.,;ir.-,: VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE '";^°h"icag'o."'

Double Althaeas or Rose of Sharon.

An immense stock, well branched and stocky. All colors, such as red, rose, white
purple, etc

Per 100 Per 1000

Colors separate, 2 to 3 feet $A 00 $35 00

3to4leet 6 00 50 00

4 to 5 feet 8 00 70 00

5 to 6 feet to 00 85 00

Mixed colors, (all double), 2 to 3 teet 3 SO 30 00

3 to 4 feet 5 00 40 00

4 to 5 feet 7 00 60 00

5 to 6 feet 9 00 80 00

F. 0. B. for cash with order.

J. T. LOVETT CO., Little Silver, N. J.
HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS.

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CUIvTIVAXJON OF THE ROSE,

And Other I'~loweriug Plants for Cut Flowers, sent to any address

•ITJOn receipt of $2.00. IVl. a. hunt, Xcrrc Haute. Ind.

100,000 VERBENAS.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We Hre the lar^egt prowerg of Verbenas In the country. Our Bales reachiug: last year
215,500. Our plants this year fully equal. If not surpass, any we ha\'e ever grown.

Palm Seeds.

LATANIA BORBONICA, thorny and thorn-
less, both kinds at 55c. per lb.; |35.00 per
100 lbs. Guaranteed of the new crop.

ALSO MANY OTHER KINDS. Special price

list on application to

MR. ANDRE L. CAUSSE,

19 Park Place. NEW YORK,
Agent to LETELLIER & FILS, Caen, France.

Tlio only liuUHO In Kuropo Uir liiFKodt collocilon of

I'lilm Sft'il.
AlHO ABlatIc, Afrlciin imd ntlusr tlowur bulbM. Auk

fur M|K.H^lllI OlTlTH.

GRAPE VINES.

<i<(»ki:i(;n.)

Alt the lending vurt*;tli*n for ciilllvittltin under KinM,
tn followlntf HlzfH: I yciir, 'Z yriirH. uihI oxtni MtroiiK.
AlikT) I'l'Mf'lit'H Hiwl S'4M*ttirlni'H npcctally iiruiuirod
fnr forcliiK In jmiIh nri<l tiitMi. OrdorH lK>okt>d for
niHM^Ially pn-partMl rrulllnj/ nlunlHof V'Imi-m. Nwtiirlncti,
ruachun. HlmwlMT U'n. Kiilf of '.M diHiviTy.

JOHN Q. GARDNER.

GRAPE VIINtSForFlorists.

Willi riilH'H i U> t; fci-t loliK.
n.OOU I'ONCOKDN, :i yfiiri. old. K..00 Jirr lUO.
THE WM. H. MOON CO., Morriiville. Pa.

I'l.KASK intiition till- Ami;kican I'"m>hist
every time you write to an advertisers.

Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express. .84 .00 per 1000
VERSCHAFFELTIl and SHELLY

YELLOW j;5.00perl000

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CUPHEA (cij;ar plant), by mail. ..50c per 100
PILEA(artillery plant), by mail. ..50c per 100
FUCHSIA, mixed fl.OO per 100

CASH WITH OiCHKK.

S. O. STREBY,

l.ock Itox 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY.

OHIO.

Fansies, 50,000.

The .lunnlnKH Mt.riilii of liirKi' HdwitIdk iiiid funoy
imnHlen now remly, Kliii' ItirKc hliminlnu pliiiitH. nil
iMiliirii. R.UU per IlKI: ri.'i.im ikt KUII. Mcdluni nlzo
plantH. ri>r M»y hluoiiiliiK. f.'>.(N> per lUlK) hy ExpreHH;
m\ per IIM liy mall.

I'lilihy Si't'd. puni wliltij f I per pkt. of '.iTiOU HOOdH.

LarKc yellow, diirk eye, fl " " "

Hiiiiwllnke Dulnlen. niio pliintn. (2 per 100.

Kxtrd flite Htniln of (ieniiiin DnlHlcH. InrKO and
diililile, wlilU^ pink and i-ed, inl.Yed iir Heparute, Kf.UO
liiT 1(10. CiiBli wltlKirder.

ADDHKHS E. B. JENNINGS,

WliOI.KNAI.K I'ANHV OllllWKIl,
lx)Pk Hoi '.i.M. NOHTH I'OItT, «;«)NN.

Plkask mention the Ambkican Florist
every time yoo write to an advcrtlBer.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

823

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

50.000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLDEN CROWN, the roost hardy, strongest grow-
ing, highest colored yellow to date, 'J-lnch, well
grown. $-1 per lOD; $:io per lOuO: 'JJU at lOUU rates
throughout.
lO.lKWln 12 other standard leading sorts, plants $1.50;

rooted TU cts. per liu.
10,1 U(J Snow Crest Daisies. ?3 per 100; J2.^ per IDOU.
30.(XlUMam. Verbenas, progressive type, none belter.
5,000 of them Cllmaxers the Peerless crimson bedder.
lU.UUO seedlings from our X.\ and X.XX progressive
seed wilt give the most splendid new kinds, all per-
fectly clean and healthy, 3-Inch, strone. Hne. In bud.
$2.50; tlats Ji.50 per 100, seedlings same rate; special
rates per KtOO.
5.000 Vgt. Vincas. extra fine, 3-inch $3; flats $1.50;

rooted $1 per 100.
3,000 Giant Scablosa Snowball, per ItiO $1.60; seed, 25c.

for large trade packet.
10.000 Gibson's sweet scented hybrid pansles. flats %\ ;
frame %t per lou: seed \% oz. 5iic . M oz. $1. ^ oi. $I.tiO.
5.0110 Gem Feverfew. 5.0Uit Golden Marguerites, 5,000
Dwf. Lobelias, 5.000 Golden Keather and v,. Gymno-
carpa. the last two seedlings small pkts. $1 5U, rooted
cuttings 75c. per lOU.
Double Petunias. Dreer's new '93 set and the Queen
the best all rouad double white, rooted, named,
labeled. $2 perlOo.
Mexican Primrose, three novelties, named, rooted $1

per 100.
SO.OuOEulalla Zebrlna and Japonica, potting size $2.50

per 100.
5,000 Torenla Fournierl, seed pan 50 cts.. from flats
$1 per 100.

IjOts of other good things. Write for what you
want. Premium offer for every $5 order: We will put
In free 0 Giant Neruna Verbena and 1 <IoIden Strand
Coleus: doubled on every JlOi.irder. and 1 Dak. Prim-
rose. I pkt. Double Petunia aiid 1 pkt. Scablosa snow-
ball when desired. Price list free. Address, cash
with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, N. J.

GERANIUMS.

Our unrivaled collection, in finest stock
for shifting into 3^-2 or 4-incli pots.

NAMED. - - $25.00 per 1000.

UNNAMED, ■ - 20.00 "

Fuchsias, Carnations, Coleus,
Ciirysantliemums,

in finest collection, same price as above.

GLADIOLI. . .

Light colored florists' mixture, $15.00
per 1000.

CANNAS. . .

Fine large Powering sorts, at $5.00
per 100.

The best time to Order is NOW.

W. p. SIMMONS k GO.,

. ■ GENEVA, OHIO.

CANNA MME. CROZY, started plants, $1 per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, S^.50

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, from

2 inch pots. Splendid list ot varieties, my selec-

tion. $2.50 per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, my selection,

83.00 per 100.
CARNATION , entirely free from disease. One

hundred in assorted colors, my selection forS2..50.
PANSIES. from finest seed to be had, 82.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment, 2.inch, my selection,

S:!.00 per 100.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM, $2.00 per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS ICentaurea Gymnocarpa), |2.00

per 100 for strong 2-inch.
ENGLISH IVY, 2-iuch, $:3 00 per 100.

Any of the above plants 2.5 at the 100 rate.

TSt. S. GRIFFITH, Independence, Mo.
Independence Is well located for shipping, being 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

Special in Geraniums

Fine plants in 2, 3 and 4.inch pots
by the hundred or thousand. Write
for Prices.

GEO. A. KUHL, Peltin, 111.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

PITCHER &, MAN DA . .

As Orchids are rapidly coming into popular favor, every
florist will find it to his advantage to grow some of the best
varieties for cut flowers, which always find a ready sale.
Those mentioned below are in greatest demand.

As we have collected our own stock in the tropics, you will
receive them from first hands, and at bed-rock prices which
speak for themselves. This offer is made in order to make
room, and is limited to May 1st subject to stock being un-
sold upon receipt of order.

Per 100

CATTLEYA TRIANAE, 5 to 7 bulbs, 1 lead | 7,5 00

MOSSIAE, 5 to 7 bulbs. Head 75 qo

PERCIVALIANA, 5to7 bulbs. Head 100 00

SKINNERII, 0 to 12 bulbs, 2 to 3 leads iflo 00

CYPRIPEDIUM INSIGNE. 3 to 4 growths .50 00

LAWRENCEANUM, 2 to3growths ! 75 00

HARRISIANUM, 2to3growths 150 OO

COELOGYNE CRISTATA, 12 to 15 bulbs, 3 to 4 leads \ 7500

LAELIA ALBIDA, 15 to 18 bulbs, 8 leads \ 7500

ANCEPS, IStolSbulbs, 2 1eads 75 qo

LYCASTE SKINNERII, 5 to 7 bulbs, 1 lead ' ' 100 oo

ODONTOGLOSSUM CRISPUM. 4 toSbulbs, Head ' ! ! 100 00

ROSSII MAJUS, 20 to 25 bulbs, 6 leads 7500

GRANDE, H to 12 bulbs, 2 leads " 100 00

25 plants at hundred rate. Special prices for other varieties on application

UNITED STATES NURSERIES,

CAROLINA POPLAR.

The most rapid in growth of any good shade tree and one of the very best for street
and avenue planting where quick results are desired.

Per 100 Per lOOO

6 to S feet, straight and stocky $ 7 00 « 60 00

8 to 10 feet, " " 1000 90 00

10 to 12 feet, " " 12 00 100 00

Car lots at still lowar rates.

J. T. LOVETT CO.. Little Silver, N. J.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

\TK£E6\

Fruit and OrnameDtal. Cnrinrr Dlonfinn- Handsomeoew
Grai)es Shrubs. Ruses, forOpilllg rldllUllgi lOO page

■anUd Several Medals at the WorhVf: Fair. Catalogue /^'ee.
I*It. Hope Nurseries-
Rochester, IV, Y,

Ellwanger & Barry,"

READY FOR BUSINESS

Make known yoiir wants and we
will be pleased to quote prices.

CATAl-OGUES NOW READY. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

Mention American Florist.

500,000 Strawberry Plants.

OF 30 GOOD VAKIETIES.

No. 1 plants very low. 6.000 CONCORD. 2 years, at
SIO.OO per 1000. 6,000 No. 2 D0UBL,E PEARL TtlBB-
ROSB, good flowering bulbs, at RI.OO per 1000; 2,000 for
K.OO. With or without sets. Send for price list to

CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown,lN. J.

Mention American Florist.

They Don't Break. Sold by all Dealers.
W. B. CLEVES, Pat. & Mfr., Blnghamton, N. Y.

10,000 GERANIUMS of the standard bedding
sorts, from 3 and 4-inch pots.

10,000 CARNATIONS, from 2'^-inch pots.
Also 5,000 Rooted Cuttings ready now.

30,000 ALTEKNANTHERA, ready April 1st,
of all the standard sorts.

700 strings of SMILAX, of which the aver-
age length is 7 feet.

Write for prices, as I will sell at a sacrifice to make
room for other stuff.

MRS. GEO. R. FRAVELL, Marion, Ind.

Prop Mabioxa.vd Maple Heights

greenhouses.

GLADIOLUS.

Just the thing for Florists.

White, lightly touched with pink; large spike and
flowers; multiplies rapidly. $25.00 per 1000.

CUSHMAN'S STRAIN OF SEEDLINGS, 810.00 per
1000; mixed, 8-5.00 and $10.00 per 1000.

CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO., Euclid, 0.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

MAY

824

The American Florist.

Mar. 2g^

Toronto.

The Gardeners and Florist's Association
held its regular monthly meeting last
Tuesday. It was well attended and ex-
tremely lively. .K very clear and instructive
paper was read by Mr. Geo. Price on "The
cultivation of Mushrooms in winter and
spring in cellars, etc. "The matter of sug-
gesting judges to the societies holding the
summer and fall shows was taken up and
brought out lots of tall talk. Certainly
the large majority of this association favor
the single judge system and a change
every year, the latter not because of
doubts as to the integrity of any judge
but in order to obtain the experience of
different experts and to prevent sameness
of style. There are however still a few
who think three judges better than one.
The trouble with three judges as one of
the members remarked is that "one does
not know who to kick" and that two
duffers can overrule one man who does
know his business.

M.-. W. Muston, of Messrs. Spears &
Muston, brought down to the meeting
some carnations Richmond and Albertini
which one of the committee appointed to
report on them said were the best he had
ever seen. Some of the blooms of both
sorts were fully SVi inchesover. Thecolor
of the Richmonds was especially bright
and striking.

Trade has picked up considerably this
week and at this date (Thursday, 22nd)
the prospects are good for a big business
being done the next tw.o days with prices
about as follows: Brides and Mermets
$1 to $1.50, carnations (mav' be scarce)
40c. to 60c., lily of the valley 60c. to 75c.,
lilies 15c. per bloom, spiraea 50c. to $1
each, lilies (plants) 50c. to $2.50 per pot.

24-th: Weather fair and cool, perhaps
not quite fine enough to do the largest
amount of business possible, but might
be a great deal worse. E.

Detroit, Mich. — The partnership here-
tofore existing between Frank Halznagle
and John Noel, doing business under the
firm name of Holzoagle & Noel, at High-
land Park, has been dissolved by mutual
consent. The business will be continued
by Frank Holznaglc.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

•CYPRESS-

GreeDlioise Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

McT,u..ti Aii.iTlcnn Horlnt.

THE BATAVIA LABEL & BOX CO.

M ^ M »■ \( r I 111."
TKKK AM> ri.y\NT l..\ IIKI.H, ,M\II,IN(;,
TKA>H|-|,.\\TIN«ii»n.l IIOM.^ IIUXKS,
mill <|paU In I, \ilKI. \\ 11(1

Wrilr for j,rirr |i,i BATAVIA, ILL.

^. M. KO^ta-XKTm,

ir,o * lai HiMiih ririii ,\v., si-w York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Horn*- ll'»iiM«-H, < '>iiH«TViil<>rli-fi. (■!«'. , i*tf-.

Directions for Using Fenster Pappa.

A SUBSTITUTE FOR GLASS.

Stretch Fenster Pappe taut and use batten in nailing on to sash. Then
paint the rough surface thoroughly with boiled linseed oU until it shows a
gloss. Let it become thoroughly dry before using, when it is claimed to do
service for years. The application of the oil makes Fenster Pappe suliiciently
translucent tor plant life.

It is used as a covering for cold pit sash; excellent for use in palm or
fern houses; to grow strawberry plants, early vegetables, tobacco, etc.. under.
A most handy article as a protection against the direct rays of the sun.

I 'I A UU ll'X K IVfTTtm l'HI(K!< t>4-nrl t.,r
'Tlj/Vno. KhUiiiaUs. H«Uiitiu:lliiii (iiinmiiUKxl

S4.S1IDZ3 <»Z</V^S CO.,

<ir> Murrrn SI.. niMl 4(1. IK St ACl CollfKi- I'lltce,

TBm-w YorW dtjr.

TRY a roll of eight yards as a sample, which will cover about four sash,
for $1.00. Original rolls, 36 inches wide, 110 yards long, for $9.00.

For further particulars address

August Rdlker & Sons, Ao'^N^fs, i36 & iss w. 24tii St., New York.

JARDINIERES. ALL SIZES.

J. M. YOUNG & CO.,

37 & 39 Murray St.,
NEW YORK.

WHITE DOVES

FOR F^LORISTS.

Largest and finest stock In the United
Slates. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL,

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J.

FOK SALK KV:- A. Ilfniiiuin, F. K. .Mc-AlllsUT
llL-eii X Kelliir. .N. Stetli'MB, .New Vi.rk; \V. C. Krick
liruuklyn, N. Y.; II. »uyfr»il(irler \ in., rijllii.: .1. .M .
.McCuMouKliH Sunn unci II I,. SiiiiikTiiriicli. <liicl[jimll.
O.; J. M. IliiBBiT. Cli'vcliiml, () ; I>. 11. \a'Iih- Hiirriilu, N.
v.; .1. C. VauKliiiii, <Mili'anci: WlBcorinhi Huivit K.v-
chailKO. Mlhviiukei;; Wm. KIHwm, St. UjuIb; Kd. S.
Bcliiiild. WuBhlimton. I). C; li. W. Curroy .t Co , NubIi-
Tllle. Tenn.; T. W. Wood * Sonn, Ulclmiond, Va.; II.
.1. Vlrifln. New Orlcons. La.; C. A. Kuehn, St. I.muIs; ,N.
V. .Mc('urthy \ Co., IJoBton. Ma»».

.Menlltm Ainorlciiii KlorlHt.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

T»TnT.*T>T!T.T»irTA, FA.

Oar new Oataloirao 1h now out. free apon
•ppUcatlou.

MflRSGHUETZ & CO..

Florists' S0DDI16S,

23 & 25 N. 4lh St.. PHILADELPHIA, PA.
S'-iuI for CnlnlOK"*-.

WorldH

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.
Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

lanufactare THE BEST LETTERS IH THE MARKET.

sizes l}^-lnch and 2-lnch, $2.00 per 100. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for .suo letters we give away a nicely

stained and vurnlslied box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.

Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

AGENTS: A. Rolker & Sons, New York; Marschueta
& Co.. 2o N. 4th Street. IMilladelphla. Pu.; F. E. Mc-
Allister. 22 ney St.. N. Y.; Ernst Kaufmann & Co., 113
N.JthSt., Philadelphia. Pa.: H. Bayersdorfer & Co.,
Philadelphia, Pa.; A. D. Perry A Co., Si Warren St.,
Syracuse. N. Y.: A. C. Kendal. 115 Ontario St.. Cleve-
land, O. ; E. H. Hunt. 70 Lake St.. Chlcauo; Wisconsin
Flower Exchange, \M Mason St., Mllkwaukee, Wis.;
H. Sunderbruch. 4th and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati. O.;
T. W. Wood .t Sons. Cth and .Marshall Sts. Itlchmond.
Va.; Jas. Vlck'sSons, KocheBter, N. Y.; Dan'I B. Ix)ng.
BuBalo, N. Y.; C. A. Kuehn, St. IxjuIb, Mo.; C. F.
HuntlnKton \ Co.. Indianapolis, Ind ; Z. De Forest
Ely Jt Co., 1*24 Market St.. Phlludclphla, Pa ; Portland
Seed Co.. 171 2nd St.. I\>rtland. Oregon: A. Ilemnan,
415 B.:«tli St.. New York; (ieo. A. Sutherland, 117 Hrom-
tleld St . B(j.-l. in; Welch Bros.. No. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton; N. K. .MoCnrlhy ,^ Co.. I Music Hall Place, Boston.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto. Out., Agent for Canada.

Mention American Florist.

W.C.KRiCK'S

Florists' Leiiers, Etc,

Medal Awarded at the

World's Fair.

Tin

' letttTM lire
unnU' >>i thr Ix-nI Im-
iiiorlcllfs, wlri'tl uii
wucul iir iiH'tuI fniiiu'B
lliLvlriKlinli>MlrlMi-<nil
tlU'Ill to lllNflt Itiotll-
plcKb. hv w hlch lo
fiifU-n ihcnilMtlK" Mc-
hlK'i. All 1 n IrlnKC-
nn'iitH |ir'jMi'ciil*.'*l.

Mticli U'ttvrH.Si.UO

IHT UN).

l'^^MtM^:^.■, Ifirtu, m-r lUO.

hi'tor(> piiroliiiNinK
Hi'ii'.l tor fri'i> Hiiiii)ilo
iiiid cii t It t OK lie imd
.iiiiipuri' w 1 1 li nil y
nihiT k'ttcr on llio
iiinrKi't.

W. C. KRICK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale l)y all Floriits' Supply Dealers.
Muiulon Amorlunri KlurlHt

MEDAL flWflRDED. ra.. n /n^T7i\Trpo

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO., [^ J\ 1 £ji\ 1 \

Wh^l^^al* FLORISTS' SUPPLiES I Tr,>d,.Ma,k,. copyright.. EIc. ^A

Bend for catuluKuc.

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Atlantic Building, WASHINOTOH. D C

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The American Florist.

825

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST !

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tUatlng sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pota. with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for V If you are

We have tint Inst the thing you need, the NE\VT:ST
and BKST \.\\\\\^ out. ^'The New Departure" for
about half tlie cost of the old style. :5end for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

Mention American Florist

I

Every tlorlst, iimrket gardener, owner of lawn, grass-
plat or tliiwer-bt'il. in fact everyone who has a faucet
ana hosu slionld have the Kinney Pump (patent ap-
jlied for) for applying liquid manure, fungicides and
nsectlcldes to plants. Feed your plants, fertilize your
awns by using liquid manure. The cheapest, simplest
and most scientific spraying pump In use. Sent pre-
paid forify.SU— sprayinK valve attachment 50c. Pump
complete Ki.OO. Send for circular. Address

HOSE CONNECTION CO.. Kingston, Rhode Island.

Only 29 Klngstons In the U. S. (Jet the state straight.

"They are a good thing." "A very valuable labor
saving device."— W. N. Krjii). Secy Mt. Greenwood
('emetery Asso.. III.

"The most valuable labor saving Invention I ever
used."— C. E. WKLD, Rosllndale. Mass.

^MANZ

&^COMPANY--

WOOD tNODAVINO A) HALT-TONE. PROCtbS-
ZINC tTCMINO^»t •# SO WAX PROCtSS ■■
COPPtR CTCMING ^ tLtCTROTVPINO ■ -■

183 /^ONRpE Atrect

••■ CHICAGO- ■ ■

YOU CAN

SAVE MONEY BY

PURCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter.

The best thing of the kind ever invented <or green-
house use. Send for description and price list.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO..
344 Freeport Street, BOSTON, BIASS.

Jardinieres, Flower
Pots, Lily Bowls,
Flower Holders and

Novelties in Porcelain.

In connection with our
Cactus trade we sell thou-
sands of these flower pots,
manufactured especially for
us in China and Japan.

We can oflfer them to the trade
at prices defying competi-
tion.

Many designs are made exclu-
sive for us, and can not be
had elsewhere. Our collec-
tion can not be equalled iu
the United States.

50 new designs afloat now.
Send for Illustrated Price List.

A. Blanc & Go.

314-316 N. 11th STREET.

PHILADELPHIA.

Catalogue of 1000 Cuts for
florists' use In printing stationery.
35 cents.

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded lor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Conventionwas to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send lor Catalogue and Es-
timates.

B5. HIF»I»A.Kri>, "5ro«.ia.e«sto'vv-n, Olilo.

'theMALTESE cross BRAND

THEVERlfBESTor GARDEN & lAWN

'.iFvourdealerdoesTiot haveitscTid direct to IheTTiaiiuI^clurers

TlieGiitlaPerclia&RiititerMfi.Co.'

35 Warren Street
NEW YORK.

70 Lake Street,
CHICAGO.

Pat. 1882, '85, '86,
'90,-91.

SFJUNIl STEEL GALVM4I2ED?

ARMORED

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAMI, ACIDk,
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a hose
can be applied.
Sizes, ^-inch to 42 Inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serviceable
Armored 'Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is an infringement on one or more of our
Patents. The rights secured to us render each individual dealer or user responsible for such unlawful
use vrith all the consequences thereof For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER COh
Sole Mt'rs SinAOvtnersolBXMiieSphincter Grip Armored Hose PijUnts,^9VlAtten Street, New Vn.i-
.T. C. VAUGHAN, Agent, CHICAGO.

Detroit Flower Pot'Manufactory

Same as furnislied the Floricultural Department World's Exhibit at Chicago.

Send for prices for months April and May. ^1^ ^1» ^1^ ^1^ ^^ ^^ ^1» ^»
■We will save you SfP SfP *fP *fP *IP *IP *JP *fP

P. O. ADDRESS 490 HOWARD STREET, DETROIT, MICH.

GURNEY

Hot -Water Heaters
>^oR Greenhouses.

Send for a copy of our book "How best
to heat our houses. '*

GURNEY HOT-VfATER HEATER CO.

163 FRANKLIN ST., BOSTON.

Branch Office; -W Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Illinois.

Selling Agencies: Johnson & Co., 71 John St.. New

York City. J . C. F. Trachsel. 246 Arch St.. Philadelphia.

Always mention the American Flo-
I RisT when writing to advertisers.

BVANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Write for Ulustrated Catalogue.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS, Richmond. Ind.

Always mention the AMERCAN FLO-
RIST when writing to advertisers.

826

The American Florist.

Mar. 2g^

Hartford, Conn.

The spring exhibition of flowering
bulbs, March 22 and 23, was in many re-
spects the finest exhibition ever given by
the Hartlord County Horticultural Soci-
ety. Premiums to the amount of $175
were awarded to the exhibitors who won
hearty praise on all sides for the skill and
taste shown.

First premiums were awarded to A. N.
Pierson, Cromwell, Conn., for 12 distinct
named hyacinths, 6 ditto, 3 ditto, single
specimen hyacinth, 6 pots ot tulips with 5
bulbs in each, 3 pans of tulips with 10
bulbs in each, general display of spring
bulbs, lily of the valley, tea roses, and H.
P. roses; to John Coombs for 3 pans of
hj-acinths with 10 bulbs in each, and 3
pans of tulips with 25 bulbs in each; to
Wm. B. May for Lilium Ilarrisii, begonias,
and Deutzia gracilis; to Stephen Delbar
for freesias, and cyclamens; to Geo. W.
Atwood for ixias, Roman hyacinths, and
Astilbc japonica; to James Smith for cin-
erarias, pansies, azaleas, and carnations;
to G. Minge for primulas.

"Capt" the "Fruight" but has no "Rutz."

Dear Sir, yours of Feb. 14 at hand. I
have a grape Beauty of minn. I have
Capt the Fruight over Winter until Juni
the 5 in soun condition; no other grape
can show sutch so far, But have got no
Rutz at present oil solt out But if you
wish to have some of them, I vill suply
you in fole of 1884 whit good Ruted Lay-
ers, if you Lat mee know in tyme, Cann
sente you fooll history, doo not know of
any Minn Mam.motbeecarefull.it myght
bee my Beautj- there is many shwindlin
going on. you mriy gotswindlct if you By
the Beauty of other partis. Would you
please drap mee a postal, yours Respec-
fnllj John C.

A subscriber sends us the above for our
humorous column. It seems worthy of a
place as an awful warning — about the
"many shwindlin going on."

LOCKLAND (D

LUMBER
^ CO,

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIOUITY.

iK«)i\lUf Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

H«>nfl for (IrfiilHrN nint TfallriinnlHlJI*

.M<rnlt«fn Ariiphran n^'h^t

^^i\\\\^\>

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

kk

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried oflf highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES; 713. T^S. 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Kandolph Ave. and Union St., Jer§ey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution oi the firraofSipfle Dopflel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwertn. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
l>elief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list an(i .samples iiud we know you will give us au order.

oYnAGUoL POTTEnT uUi 403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE, N. Y

Standard flower Pots

Our new PoHary, new Machinery, the very bast Clay in tlu- Country,
and our new PalanI Kilns, all combined, make the bast Slandard Pot

In Iho markal. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MES5INGER. Manager. Ij^tl^t BfOOlc^elcl, 3M[a^11.

Standard Flower Pots.

25 PER CENT. OFF (or chhIi wiUi i.rdrr uiilil fur
tlicr tHHicc. A larKcHtock on hand of goofl. «lronji
pot». PRICE LIST, lor any number:

IH-liir'li|iiilii |M!r IXII.ICIUU I'vliK'li |MiU. IKT IIUI. r 'r,
'I 'IlK'll IHrU. :i r> 4 -IhOll |M>t«. '.I III

2'4 Inch \m\». » W 6 -Inch iKiUi, " l» NU

'.■>v<>iPh poU, 4 au tl .Inch iKitn. 'il UU

Inch iKiU. I> Ul ; Inch ihjUi. :U UU

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

l.iiriliiilln ihiMnl-v i'OICT Kl > \V A l<l>, N . V.

Anuimt KiilkiT H. Sonii. I.«: ,^ I.IH \V ZUh htnta. New
Viirk < ll)r. .New York Aiiiinu

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from liritlfiiii of f^utlcr up.

r/iiTl'B|i(.iiih'iifc i.iilUllc.1. KHilniMli'n chcorfnlly
luriLlnhcil.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

.nCK TIIIv DOOR BEFORE
TIIH IIDKSIC IS STOI.IvN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER. Secy. F H. *.. Saddle River. N. J.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

HAIL '

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The American Florist.

827

HOT-AIR

WATER

For Yoyr

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn, <
Mouse, Garden, Stock
K any other purpose.

Send for Illustrated Catalogue

JELAMATER-RIDER ani PU M PING
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON rupiyr

PUMPING bNblNt.
ENGINE.

Their operation iB 80 simple and
safe that a child can run them They
will pump water from shallow m"
streams or any kiud of well. They g
can be arranged for any kind of fuel £

Capacity 1,500 to 30.000 gallons "
of water a day. according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse ^ Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Boilers mnde of the best of material, shell, firebox
heets and heads of steel, water space all around
front, sides nnd bnckK Write fur Information.

IRON

Reservoir Vases,

Lawn Settees,
and Chairs

Art? .Manufactured by

Mcdonald bros,

COLUMBUS, OHIO.

The lartjest manufaoturersof tliese goods In the world.
We Issue a lar^e 4U page Illustrated catalogue, which
will be sent free on application. Mention Am. Florist.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomatlG Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best lUHchine in the market. Don't buy a Ventl-
latx_ir until you have seen my Illustrated deecrlptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, tflving prlcea, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sifter.

Address, A. A. -WOI^^,

Box 114. SPRINGFIELD, O.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave.. Brooklyn, N.Y.
*S'Send for Catalogue.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

ly Plans and estimates furnished on application

Front Tiew of a portion of our exhibit at the World's Fair.
. . . SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. , . .

LORD & BURNHAM CO., Irvington-on-Hudson, N, Y.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi-
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. \M Street, CHICAGO.

WRITE FOB ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W, Randolph Street, GHIGAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

MunLion Ariiertcan Klurisi.

FRENCH GLASS conservatories, rose houses, Etc. Etc,

-VA-PfHOKEN^EJ, 0:RII''FB;Pf «e CO.,

Importers of PLATE and WINDOW GLASS. Manufacturers of BENT GLASS
and FRENCH MIRRORS.

131-133-136-137 FRANKLIN STREET.

Note— Imported Glass Is need In the best tirade of Greenhouse building

i«B-«v -yoieic.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

IITCOE,FOK.A.TEI3.

Horticultural flrcniieciis and Hot Water Engineers

Send for Catalogue, enclosijig 4 cents iu stamps.

I«0. 2-»* Oanal St., IVEJ-W ^VOieK: OIT"5r,

828

The American Florist.

Mar.

?9,

Index to Advertisers.

AbelCC ACo SIS

AdT. Ratee. etc Slii

American Boiler Co...S2S

Baker I'bebe A 813

Bailer FA S15

Batarla Label & Box

Co S24

Bayerndorfer H 4 Co . .82.

Bay State ndw Co S25

BcrgerH H 4 Co SIS

Black Charles 823

Blanc A SIS 82:.

BonaaUJosE sli;

Boston Letter Co .. . .824

BragneLB Sl.s

Bicck Joeepb 4 Sotu. .S2I
Brown RS&Sons... 813

Brown A CanBeld S14

Bunting Samuel J .S22

Bums A Raynor 817

Burrow JO 821

Carman RW 813

Carmody JD 825

Ciiusse Andre I- S2

' Chandlee A Macauley.82i

Chltty HE ffl0 821

Cleves W B 823

Cobb A E 81i

CorbreyA McKellar...slc
r<ntaKe Gardens The. .819

Crane AH 816

Curhman Gladiolus Co323

l>alJledouze Bros 820

Dearaud J B A Co SIB

DeCock.lules S20

De iJimater Iron Wka.sr
Detroit Flower Tot

Mftry 825

I>eWltt J T 821

IHIlonJL SZ>

Dlngee A Conard Co... .815

Itomer I-'rcd 4 Son 820

l>reer U A 818

Klllott WH 816

KlllBonWm 81C

Kllwanizer A Barry... S23
Essex Belgbu Floral

Co 821

Felhtilm Lyman 826

Felthousen J E .... Sti

Hslier I'elerACo 821

ForBtermann 1 813

F-ravell Mre Geo R. ... 823

Gardner John G 822

Gibson J C 823

GrlflithNS ..823

Gumey Heater Co — S25
Gutta rercha 4 Rubber

MfgCo S26

Ball Aaa'n 82K

Hanoock ASon 821

Hart James 817

Hart 4 Crouse 83B

Hartford H K 815

Herr Albert M 821

Herrmanns Seed StoreSls

Hews A HACo Sill

Hilt) nger Bros 82i;

UlllBG ACo 8U

aippardB 825

BltchlnaACo 828

Hooker H M Co 827

RoranSdwC 817

Horan Jas 821

Uuse Connection Co. ..825

HueboerH «»

ilnlsebosch Bros 818

Hurophrev C B 821

Hunt RH 817

llnntM A 814 IC2

Hunter h-rank D 817

Jennings K B «f.'

.IcMltn ( II 814

.Ionian Floral Co HH

Kautmann EmstACo.H24
Kennloott Bros Co.... 817

Krick WC 824

Kr>escbell Bros Co. ...827

.816

KuehnC A

KuhlGeo A

La Roche A Stahl 816

Letelller A Son 822

lyockland Lumber Co.. .826

LongDan'l B 816

Lonsdale Edwin 821

Lord A Bumham Co. . .8^7
Lovett J T C0..S21 822 823
McBcth Thos A A Co. .820

McBrlde Alex ffiO

McCarthy N FA Co. ...817

McDonald Bros 827

McFarland JH 817

McFarland J H Co 813

MandaW A 823

ManzJ ACo 825

Marschuetz 4 Co 824

Marshall EP 821

May John N 814 821

Michel Plant A Bulb

Co SIS

MlllangBros 817

Monlnger Jno C 828

Moon Wm H Co. . .813 822

National Plant Co 814

Oasis Nursery Co 822

Olsen A Hughes. ... 817

Ouwerkerk P 82U

Parmenter Mfg Co 826

Pennock C J 821

Pennock Sam'l S 816

Peterson J. A 820

Herson F RCo 615

Pittsburg Clay Mfg C0.S23
Ouaker City Mach Co. .825

Randall A L 817

Kau UG 813

Reed Glass Co sai

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CONTENTS

Easter trade— reports from all sections . . . 829

Carnation Richmond (illus) 831

Chicago 832

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Miscellaneous seasonable hints 837

Violets growing out of the disease 840

Foreign notes 842

Control of ants 844

Worcester. Mass 846

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Chicago Cut Flower Exchange.

A special meeting of the board of direct-
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tinue business at the old stand, and make
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member present being in its favor, ft was
finally decided to bring the matter up for
final action at the next regular meeting
of the board which will be held on Mon-
day next.

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cultural Society issolicitingcontributions
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moving the tent caterpillar from Newton.
A good beginning was made last year and
it is hoped that with constant vigilance
the greater part of the annual loss from
the ravages of this pest may be avoided.

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THE EASTER TRADE

Reports From all Sections.

The following reports were sent in re-
sponse to these questions: Were the total
sales (meaning the amount in money
value and not in quantity of flowers, etc.)
greater or less than last year, and if so,
about what was the percentage of in-
crease or decrease? How did retail prices
obtained compare with those of last year?
Was the supply of flowers, etc., equal to
the demand? How did they compare
with last year in quality? In view of the
low wholesale prices did you buy more
than in previous years, and if so was it
all sold at a profit? Did you note any
marked increase in the call for any special
flower, etc.? Did you note any interest-
ing peculiarity in the trade this year not
covered in above questions?

Nashua, N. H.— Easter trade here was
the best noted within ten years of experi-
ence.

Cleveland, O.— No noticeable change
in sales or prices. Roses scarce. Quality
a little better.

Elgin, III. — Gross sales and prices
were each one-third less. Supply more
than equal to the demand. Quality good.

Erie, Pa. — Small increase. Prices same
as last year. Supply short. Quality bet-
ter. Increased call for carnations and vio-
lets.

Lawrence, Kan. — Decrease of about
10%. Prices same as last year. Supply
of roses short. Increased call for Harrisii
lilies.

Los Angeles, Cal. — Increase of about
25%. Prices about same. Supply short.
Quality superior. Larger sales of nar-
cissus.

Wilmington, DEL.-Much larger. Prices
averaged about same. Supply of cut
flowers was short. Not enough hyacinths
to meet the demand.

Ft. Wayne, Ind. — Small increase. Prices
lower. Supply short. Quality better.
Increased call for roses, carnations, vio-
lets and Harrisii. Less call for bulbous
stuff.

Elizabeth, N. J.— About 10% less.
Prices about the same. Supply equal to
demand with exception of carnations.
Quality superior. Increased call for car-
nations.

Bloomington, III. — No noticeable
change in sales or prices, except on callas,
which were lower. Supply equal to de-
mand. Quality superior. Increased call
for carnations.

EvANSviLLE, Ind. — Increase of about
10%. No change in prices. Supply short,
roses scarce. Quality not so good on ac-

count of previous hot weather. Roses
went first, Harrisii second.

Salt Lake City, Utah. — A decrease
and prices lower. Supply was equal to
demand. Quality about same. What we
bought was sold at a pro'it. Increased
call for Bermudas and carnations.

Nashville, Tenn.— An increase of 25%
in gross sales with prices 25% lower.
Supply not quite equal to demand. Qual-
ity better in every way. Increased call for
roses. Very few flowers shipped in.

Toledo, 0. — About the same. Prices
10% lower. Bulb stuff was in excess of
demand, roses scarce. Quality better.
The cheaper flowers and plants were most
in demand. Very few expensive plants
sold..

Topeka, Kans. — Decrease of 25%.
Prices about same. Supply ample except
of roses and carnations. The weather
turned cold and disagreeable on Saturday
and we think that was the cause of the
falling off in sales.

Memphis, Tenn.— Much larger. Prices
were good as Easter was early and out-
side flowers were scarce. Supply short,
roses being very scarce. Made a good
profit on stock purchased. Carnations
sold especially well.

Springfield, Mass. — The Easter trade
was larger than ever. The churches did
not do much this year but the general
public bought more extensively than
heretofore. Carnations were the only
flowers which ran short.

Reading, Pa. — A trifling decrease.
Prices of roses were 25% lower. Supply
equal to demand. Roses were not quite
up to the mark in quality. Had a larger
number of customers but the call was for
cheaper grades of flowers.

Hamilton, Ont.— Increase of 15 to 20%.
Prices lower, Good supply. Quality ex-
cellent. Pot plants of good quality had
the call. Better cash trade than we ever
had before, credit being the exception in-
stead of the rule as heretofore.

Kansas City, Mo. — Slight decrease and
prices lower. Supply good. Qualitj'
superior. The cold weather hurt trade
sadly. We were all prepared to do a big
business but had to sell some stock at
cost in order to come out even.

Pawtucket, R. I. — The trade for plants
here at Easter is on the increase. This
was noticeable in azaleas especially,
which if in good condition sold at sight.
Lilies and other potted plants also sold
well. There was no demand for roses.

Auburn, Maine. — The heaviest demand
here was for cut flowers, principally car-
nations. The only overstock was in
lilies. There was less decorating and less
demand for plants than usual and busi-
ness compared with 1893 fell off about
one-third.

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YoDNGSTOw.N, 0.— Increase of about
15%. Retail prices about one-fourth
lower. Supply was equal to demand.
Quality first-class. Increasedcall for low
priced flowers such as carnations, daffo-
dils, etc. Sold more cut flowers this year
than plants.

Lynx, Mass. — Larger and better prices.
Shortage of flowers. Quality superior.
Could not supply the demand. Increased
call for lilies. Daybreak and Tidal Wave
carnations sold at from $5 to $6 per 100.
Jack roses, Mermets and Brides were in
great demand.

Detroit, Mich. — .\bout the same and
little change in prices. Supply ample.
Quality somewhat better. Larger call
for pot plants of good quality. With cut
violets, roses, carnations and valley one
could satisfy 90% of the demand. Bulb-
ous stufl'out of date.

Richmond, Va. — One-third larger. No
change in prices. Supply good in every-
thing but roses and violets. Quality bet-
ter. Increased call for violets and Beaut-
ies. J. H. Hars-ey & Co. had a very large
stock and rented two large stores for
handling Easter sales.

Cincinnati.— Easter trade in this city
was all that could be wished for. The
florists all seem to be satisfied. Prices
were low, but I consider that a good
thing for the reason that it enabled all
classes to buy flowers, and it will create
additional demand for same.

Danveks, Mass. — Easter trade was
larger than any previous season, not-
withstanding the hard times. The call
for candidum lilies as potted plants was
larger than for either Harrisii or longi-
florum. Carnations were in great demand
and the supply early exhausted.

Savannah, Ga. — Nearly double on ac-
count of E'iSter being so early and few
outside flowers to be had. Prices about
the same. Supply equal to demand.
Koses were better in quality owing to
continuous clear weather. More memo-
rial designs were ordered than usual.

ScRANTON, Pa.— Increase of 10%. Cut
flower prices were 25% higher but on
plants were 10% lower. Supply ofcut flow-
ers was short but there was a large sup-
plyof plants. Qualitygood. Greatcallfor
violets. In the face ofthe hard times the
demand was equal to last year or greater.

BfCKSPORT, Me. — Easter business was
somewhat lighter than usual but this
may have been due to a heavy snow
storm on I'riday. There was an increased
demand for carnations over former years
and the supply was short. Bulbousstock
sold well. There was little church work.

Utica, N. Y.— Increase of 2.'>%/. Prices
averaged about the same. Short supply
of roses and carnationt. Quality good.
In cut flowers there was an increased call
for finer grades. Hull) stuff not much
wanted. In potted plants there was a
l;irgc demand for first-class azaleas,
lilies, etc.

SvRACi.'SK, N. Y. — Increase of at least
25%, but prices were 25% lower. Supply
of roses, carnations and violets was
short. Quality excellent. Increased call
for the three flowers noted above. The
sale of potted plants was far in excess of
previous years and all went at satisfac-
tory prices.

HARRisniRo, Pa.— Much larger. Prices
about same. Supply not equal to de-
mand. Quality Ijcttcr. All blooming
plants sold well, e8[>ccially hyacinthi.

The demand was much in excess of the
supply. The weather was very fine and
it seemed as though everybody wanted to
buy flowers.

Portland, Maine.— The demand for
loose cut flowers seems to have fallen off
from last year and that for baskets and
other set pieces increased, the willingness
to pay good prices for good material be-
ing especially noticed. Lilies and roses
sold out clean. Plants did not sell quite
as well as was expected.

Brattleboro, Vt.— There was a larger
demand than usual for plants. The de-
mand for cut flowers was also good and
although there was a large supply they
sold out very clean. The principal call
was for lilies, carnations, roses and vio-
lets. For hyacinths, tulips and narcissus
the demand was only fair.

New Orleans, La. Decrease of about
25%. Prices somewhat lower. Supply
not quite so good on account of cloudy
weather. Quality inferior. Increased call
for lilies. Cut flowers were more in de-
mand than made-up work. The building
in which was the store of U. J. Virgin was
destroyed by fire March 15.

Terre Haute, Ind.— Sales of cut flow-
ers about same as last year. Prices also
same. Supply short. Quality better. In-
creasedcall for roses and carnations. The
cold wave on Saturday and Sunday killed
the plant trade and hurt sales of flowers
too. It was too cold to promenade and
therefore no flowers were worn.

Cromwell, Conn.— Easter trade was
very satisfactory and everything sold
well except hyacinths, and Dutch hya-
cinths especially were sold withdiflicully.
Roses, carnations, violets and lilies were
in best demand and although there wasa
heavy stock available they were all
cleaned out at usual Easter prices.

Camden, N. J.— Increase of about 207o.
Prices about same. Supply short. Qual-
ity impaired by absence of sun. Cut
flowers and plants went with a cyclone
rush earlier than usual. Sold largely of
Harrisii lilies and could not get enough
hyacinths. Good carnations were in great
demand. Not so much call for daffodils.

St. Albans, Vt. — Easter trade was
fully twenty-five per cent, better than
in previous years. Potted plants of any
kind that had blossoms were all sold out
early and many more could have been
disposed of. There was a heavy demand
for fine cut roses, carnations and lilies.
Roses were in short supply in this section.

Haverhill, Mass.— Easter trade was
good in cut flowers. The supply of roses
and carnations was a little short but
lilies were abundant, and the prices being
lower than ever before they sold readily
and in fact every thing was well cleaned
out. There was an increased demand for
potted plants, especially for lilies and
azaleas.

Lorisvii.i.i;, Kv.— Slight increase, with
prices somewhat lower. Supply ample
exce()t of Beauties and violets. Quality
rot quite so good owing to extreme
warm weather. More loose flowers and
fewer designs were used. The cliurcliis
were generally well decorated. One
church UBed 1,000 lilies. The general run
of orders were smaller than last year.

Milwaiikbu, Wis. — No noticeable
change but prices were considerable
lower. Shortage on carnntionH. Quality
about coiinl. Bought more and sold out
cleaner; iKiug scarcely any waste profits
were larger oo same amount of gross

sales. Anything pretty in way of a pot
plant, costing not over $2, sold well.
Still less made up work than ever before.

Lowell, Mass. — An increased demand
for potted plants was noted but a very
small increase in flower sales, and
churches bought less than formerly. Car
nations had the first call. Lilies, roses,
spiraea, heath, all sold in order as noted.
Sales were in smaller lots but numerous
and the result was quite satisfactory on
the whole as stock was completely cleaned
out.

WiLLiMANTic, Conn.— Easter trade
was good and considering that there are
now six retail stores in Willimantic where
there were but two in previous years it
would appear that Easter trade is decid-
edly on the increase. The heaviest de-
mand was for cut flowers. There was a
short supply of carnations in colors.
Plants sold and rented about as well as
usual.

St. Johnsbury, Vt.— Every year shows
a steady increase in demand for Easter
plants and flowers in this section and the
present year was no exception to the
rule. Lilies, in pots and cut, have been
the most in demand for church decora-
tion. Very few callas are called for. For
presents potted plants in variety were
popular and in cut flowers carnations
seemed to have the preference.

Paterson, N. J. — Cash receipts at least
30% larger. Prices fully up to last year.
Supply large but everything sold. Qual-
ity fully up to the standard, carnations
excellent. Bought with caution and sold
at a profit. Demand for carnations
greatly in excessof thatof previousyears.
Most interesting feature was the great
rush for flowers when evcrj'one supposed
that money for such purchases would be
scarce.

New Bedford, Mass. — Easter trade
was good as a whole; there was an in-
creased demand for lilies, carnations and
violets, carnations being in short supply
and selling at 75c. to $1. Callas, tulips,
stocks, spiraea, etc., went rather slow.
Mermets and Bride roses brought $2 per
dozen. There was a good call for bloom-
ing plants, this being especially true of
Harrisii lilies, which proved to be in
short supply.

Miudletown, Conn. — Flower trade for
Easter was very good, in fact better than
usual and stock was all sold out before
closing up time. Roses, carnations, vio-
lets and lily of valley were the principal
flowers called lor. The demand for lilies
and callas was not so good as it would
otherwise have been if it had not been for
the large quantity of lily blooms sent here
from Bermuda.

Pkokia, III. — A decrease of one-half
owing to the cold storm, dust and wind.
Prices about same as last year. Supply
was ecjual to dcmjind. Quality bet-
ter. There is a growing demand for
extra well grown plants. The best al-
ways sell well at a high price. This was
specially noticeable in lilies. Our market
was flooded with inferior stock hut all
plants with large blooms and fine foliage
met with ready sale. Nocall for smilax.

Di'.s MoiNi-s, Ia.— About the same as
Inst year; sold more flowers but prices
were 25%) lower. Short supply of roses
and carnations. Quality better all round.
Increased call for roses, carnations, vio-
lets and pot plants of Harrisii and aza-
leas. There were no very large orders,
neither diil customers want cheap flowers
or complain about prices. The mass of

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CARNATION RICHMOND AS SHOWN AT THE INDIANAPOLIS MEETING.

the less wealthy people wanted flowers,
indicating an increasing; taste for them.

Davenport, Iowa.— About the same.
Would have been an increase if the storm
had not prevented. Some florists report
a slight decrease. With some prices were
about same as last year, with others
lower. Supply was fully equal to demand.
Quality superior. What was bought sold
at a profit. The weather was against us.
It began to blow cold Friday night and
delivering lilies was hazardous work.
Many were broken and had to be re-
placed.

Minneapolis, MiNN.-About 20% larger.
Prices a little lower. Supply fully equal
to demand. Quality fully as good.
Bought more and sold at small proflt.
Noticed an increased call for violets.
Trade would have been a good deal bet-
ter had it not been for the cold weather
Saturday. There was a strong north
wind, the thermometer was below zero
and streets were rough. Delivering plants
was difiicult and a good many were
irozen.

Fall River, Mass — Churches and
stores did considerable Easter decorating.
Lilies, both plants and cut blooms, were
sold out early Saturday. There was an
increased demand for azaleas in bloom.
Spirjea and deutzia did not sell as well as
usual. Potted tulips and hyacinths sold
fairly well. There was an overstock
of tulips and daffodils. Roses, car-
nations and violets were in short sup-
ply. Prices in general were lower than
heretofore.

Montreal, Canada. — About the same.
All seem to be satisfied. No appreciable
change in prices. Supply short. Good
cut blooms were scarce, particularly vio-
lets and roses. Quality about as usual
at the season. More home grown stock
and less purchased outsidethan lastyear.

Increased call for carnations. Some flo-
ists report smaller orders from the
churches. Made up work is less in demand
each year. Too many spiraas and too
few Harrisiis. "

Norwich, Conn.— Easter trade wasthe
best on record and the demand for lilies
was immense. Lilies in pots sold well as
did also small flowering plants generally.
Hyacinths in pots were especial favorites,
all colors selling well, but white in the
lead. Everything in the way of lilies,
roses, carnations and violets were sold
out clean, first-rate prices being paid with-
out question, a fact which thetrademade
no objection to after the hard times we
have been experiencing.

Bangor, Maine.— Notwithstanding the
very cold and snowy weather Easter
trade was extra good, the best in fact for
the past six years. Harrisii and longi-
florum lilies in pots were sold in large
numbers. Cyclamens, primroses and cin-
erarias all sold very well. Azaleas in
small sizes went quickly but the larger
ones somewhat slowly. Cut flower trade
was good, there being a full supply of
everything except carnations. There was
no advance over regular prices.

Rochester, N. Y.— Decrease of 20 to
25%. Prices a trifle lower on most flow-
ers. Supply adequate except violets and
carnations. With us wholesale prices
were very little below those of last year
so we did not buy as many. There is
always a lot lost in handling and this
cuts seriously into possible profits. In-
creased call for carnations. Rain all day
Thursday and snow and wind on Friday
made a difference in sales. Saturday was
a good day but Sunday was cold and
windy.

Waterrury, Conn. — Easter trade here
exceeded that of last ye.Tr by fully one-
fourth in quantity of flowi.rs sold. Plant

sales have steadily increased for Easter,
keeping pace with the cut flowerdemand.
Lily plant sales were unusually large.
Prices were lower if anything than
last year. Carnations sold at from three
to four cents, roses from ten to twelve
cents, Jacques from fifteen to eighteen
cents and hybrids from thirty to thirty-
five cents. Bulbous flowers went at
every day figures, which are low.

Bridgeport, Conn. — About the same.
Carnations brought about same prices as
last year but roses and bulb stuff about
25% lower. Supply was equal to demand.
Forced stock was not quite so good as
last year, carnations and roses were
about as usual. Carnations and Jack
roses had best call. There seemed to be
an increased demand for flowering plants,
lilies and azaleas being most in demand
with hardly any call for hyacinths or
tulips. In nearly every case the churches
spent only half the amount of money ex-
pended in former years.

Marlboro, Mass. — Easter trade was
very good considering the times. The de-
mand for lilies in pots was very heavy,
but for cut blooms the call was light, ttie
result of the large quantity of Bermuda
lilies which were sent in here to our
churches. While these came in fair con-
dition, yet they were very short stemmed,
but did very well for church decorating
and prices obtainable for home grown
blooms sufiered on this account, and
there is a feeling of resentment against
the growers in Bermuda who serve the
trade in such a manner.

Germantown, Pa.— Easter trade, both
in plants and flowers, was unusually
large here. Prices were a little lower
than last season, and on Saturday went
all to pieces, especially on lilies. A num-
ber of new stores were opened on the
main street and all did a jood business,
though there were quite a lot of plants
left. Sl:ill the best were sold at satisfac-
tory figures and all the growers seem sat-
isfied. Cut flowers werein great demand
and were rather scarce. Carnations,
double tulips and valley were much
sought, also handsome roses, good Brides
in particular.

New London, Conn. — Easter trade was
rather ahead of last year. Flowers were
plenty and stock was well sold out. The
main rush was on small cheap lots of
loose flowers, which showei adecided de-
mand for flowers among the working
oeople. There were few buyers for fine
roses. Lilies in pots and low priced plants
in general Sold racidly. Palms and lilies
for church decoraiion went cheap.' Many
of the churches bought lily flowers from
Bermuda. These came with short stems
and in one instance a lady was overheard
to say that the lot she received was all
rotten; naturally she received but little
sympathy from the florists here.

Pittsfield, Mass. — The demand here
for lilies in pots was fully twenty-five per
cent greater than last year. Other kinds
of potted plants werein medium demand.
Lilies cut on stalks were popular and
roses sold well, especially Mermet and
Brides which were to be had in first-class
quality and brought $2 per dozen. The
call for carnations was unusually heavy.
They sold according to quality at from
50c. to 75c. per dozen; violets did not go
as well as usual. Daffodils were in good
demand at 75c. per dozen and general
sale of cut flowers was about twenty-
five per cent more than last year with an
average decline in price of about ten per
cent.

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Chicago.

The supply of stock for the first half of
the week was very limited, but trade be-
ing quiet at the same time no great trou-
ble was experienced in filling orders. To-
wards the end of the week business be
came more brisk; Saturday was one of
the busiest days this season, and every-
thing was cleaned up, although stock the
latter part of the week was quite abund-
ant.

This week starts in with a heavy cut in
roses; crops are on at a number of large
establishments, which threatens to cause
a glut unless business keep apace, but the
prospect for a good spring trade appears
to be bright.

In social circles there is quite a stir since
the lenten season is over; a number of
prominent weddings and other social
gatherings are announced for the next
two or three weeks. Monday opened up
with an elaborate decoration for the an-
nual banquet of the Iroquois Club at the
Palmer House. This decoration was done
by M. F. Gallagher, who is a member of
this Club. It consisted entirely of wild
smilax studded with roses for draping,
with center pieces of roses for the tables.

Prices have dropped back again to their
old level. Beauties come in a little more
freely and are ofiiered at 25 to 30 for se-
lected stock; short stemmed go at 8 to 15.
Hybrids are rather scarce yet, in fact
there is less stock of this class of roses of-
fered in our market this season than has
■ been the case for a number of years.
Nearly one half of the present supply is
shipped in from outside points at that.
The price rules firm at 25. Jacques are of
good quality and fairly plentiful at 12 to
15. Of the larger teas the supply is heary
and of a quality that averages better
than has been noted for some years at
this season. Brides, while quite plentiful,
meet with brisk demand, the price being
held stiff at 5 to 6. La France has im-
proved wonderfully and some extra fine
stock is offered at 4- to 5. Mermets 3 to
4. Meteor is improving though a large
proportion is still of poor quality; the
ticst selected bring 6,secondsgo at 4 to 5.
Hridesmaid is offered in limited quanti-
ties at 6 to 7.

Carnations are very abundant, particu-
larly colored sorts. Common varieties in
red and pink go at $1; white is held 1.25
to 1.50, fancy at 2.

Harrisii, up to the end of last week,
have been very short, but are coming in
quite freely again; they go at 6 to 8.

Bulbous stock was pretty well cut out
at Baiter. Romans arc noted in small
supply, but the demand is very light.
First quality goes at 2. Valley is in fair
demand, good stock selling briskly at 2 to
3. Tulips arc very slow nt 2 to 3. Of
Dutch hyacinths the supply is short, price
4 to 6. liafTs are very slow at 2 to 3.

Violets arc getting very small and ore
fast nearing their end. The demand is
ijuitc brisk and stockofall grndcsis read-
ily sold at 80 lo 1 .00. Mignonette is very
plenty and of good cjuality; 2 to 2.50.
Smilax is selling fairly well and as most
of the slock lias licen cut out there in no
such glut as has l>crn noted most of this
season, but prices remain so low that
growers can sec no profit in devoting
house room to it. .More attention will Ik-
given to Asparagus jilumosus next sen-
son. The dcmnnu for this vine is steadily
growing and large quantities were dis-
|K>scd ol in our market, which with very
lew exceptions has l»een shipiied in from
eastern points.

A numljcr of our large department
stores have rmb.-irkrd in the sale of po'

plants. The stufi'that is handled by them
is of the poorest and cheapest quality and
the prices which are realized are probably
all the plants are worth or more. A num-
ber of growers who supply these houses
feel rather elated over the fact ^hat by
these means they are enabled to unload
all the worthless rubbish that would find
no sale in the regular channels of trade, but
we are afraid it maj* prove a boomerang.
These plants can not possibly give satis-
faction, and buyers of them will hesitate
before investing their money again, even
if offered a sound article by the regular
dealers.

The fakir is out again in full force and
appears to do a thriving business. It is
astonishing to note the amount of stock
that is disposed of by them.

Mr. Robert Purvis, a member of the
Chicago Florist Club, died at his home
near Edgewater on Thursday last, from
injuries received from a fall. Air. Purvis
was building a show house and salesroom
in connection with his greenhouse, he was
standing on a ladder not more than three
feet from the ground, when the accident
was caused by a miss-step, internal injuries
received proving fatal. The remains were
interred at Graceland cemetery Sunday
last, members of the club attending. An
appropriate floral design was sent by the
club.

Almond Read died at the county hos-
pital week before last. The deceased was
employed by T. J. Corbrey at his west
side establishment for 3 years and after-
ward acted as bookkeeper for Corbrey
& McKellar at the exchange, where he
gained many friends and was generally
respected.

The resul*; of the election Tuesday in
North Chicago was a magnificent expres-
sion of resentment against the crowd
that is attempting to make Lincoln Park
a hospital for political hacks. Bartling
pulled all his running mates down to de-
feat, and most significant of all received
several thousand less votes than the rest
of the ticket which he headed. Whether
or not this expression by the people will
have any effect on the governor remains
to be seen. Park Commissioner R. A.
Waller (president of the board) has le-
turned to the city and announces that he
will not resign in accordance with the
governor's demand, and the entire press
of the city loudly applauds the stand he
has taken. Superintendent Pettigrew,
acting on the advice of his friends, has
not turned in his resignation, and it is
barely possible that matters may yet
come out all right.

Kcnnicott Bros. Co. have leased the
entire second floor at 54 and 50 Ran-
dolph street for a term of years. The
firm will occupy their present quarters as
befor<". The Randolph street front of the
floor is rented to J. B. De.-imud & Co.,
now doing business at the Ivxcliangc.
This firm will move into their new i(ii.'ir-
ters about May 1.

Philadelphia.

The I'-aster trade is still the to[)ic of
conversation and all around, both grower
ond dealer express sntisfaclion with their
business. Some de.'ilers report not having
done quite to much business as last year,
but on account of more careful buying
caused by the uncertainty as to the out-
come, their profits were even larger, so
they arc correspondingly happy.

A numlK-r ol^ wed<lings the past week
have kept the boys moving,. 'ind as every-
thing was cut so close for Ivaster, stock
olalt kintis has been very pcdrcc; ji'irlicu-
larly has this been the case with curua-

tions. All colors except red have been
grabbed up on sight, and by night each
day the dealers had sold out of this color,
parties having to take Portia when they
could get no other. Two dollars has been
the low figure for even poor stock, med-
ium to good flowers havebrought2.50to
3, and some of the fancies 4 to 5, while
the stately Helen Keller which seems now
to be as fixed as the stars in price, brought
6. While most of the ordinary carnations
seem to feel the effects of the warm
weather, the fancies or new varieties ap-
pear to be better. Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, Ophelia and Daybreak, are now
very fine, whether it is on account of the
attention they receive in order to keep up
their reputation, or whether it is due to
their inherent good qualities, we will
leave it to the buyers of this season's
rooted cuttings to determine.

Roses have sold very well, and while
prices have not advanced to anygreatex-
tent all the stock has been sold at good
figures. The larger class of teas have
brought $6 to $8; smaller roses $3 to $4;
Beauties $10 to $25;Laings and Luizets 15
to 25; Brunners from $25 to $40, most of
the first-class stock bringing $4 per doz.,
although Anderson claims he gets $5 per
doz. for all his No. one flowers. Colflesh
has the Jacq. market to himself, they
bring from $10 to $15 per 100. Smilax
was very plentiful before Easter, and
could be had for almost any price, this
week however it is different, and 20 cents
is asked for strings that will scarcely
reach across the counter. A great deal of
adiantum is now used, and this green
sells readily at $1 per hundred. Daffodils
are about done; what feiv there are, are
quickly sold at $5. Sweet peas are com-
ing in and with great differencein quality,
mainly caused we should judge by lack of
experience in cutting, as some have long
stems with all the flowers open while oth-
ers have but one flower open and a very
short stem, the latter are also very soft.
They sell well however, the poorest bring-
ing $2 per hundred and 2.50 to 3 for the
best.

Violets have been very scarce, the small
single ones are all done, the hot weather
bringing them on so fast that the week
before Easter the foliage was almost hid-
den by the flowers, but by the latter part
of the week they were done, and had all
bloomed out. The double varieties are
also scaice and what few there are seem
but an apology for this popular flower.
A few received from Virginia were really
fine. It seems strange that violets can
not be grown in Philadelphia successfully;
flowers that come from the north, south,
east and west, arc invariably better than
those produced about here. Here is a
chance lor some of our specialty growers.

The matter of rebuilding Horticultural
Hall is now receivingattcntion from some
of the wealthy members of the society. A
committee having the matter in hand re-
port that a movement is on foot that is
likely to place the hall on the old site, in a
greatly improved condition. Mr. I'arson's
contract with the trustees as superin-
tendent of the Hall, or perhaps wc should
say ruins, expired the first ol April. With
the aforesaid gentleman liitn.self however
there is no danger of .-iny dissolution; he is
as lively as acricket and seems like a horse
kept in a stiible for want of work, he has
energy enough now to manage two halls.

The next chryHanlhenium show is to be
helil in the Academy of .Music and will be
a grand affair, as the beautiful building
will give the decorators a grand chance
to Hfiread themselvea and show the citi-
zens how beautiful the Academy can be
made tu look.

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PHCENIX CANARIENSIS ON A LAWN IN NEW ORLEANS.

The ten pin matches come off regularly
every Thursday night. Last Thursday
■was an exception, however as the boys
had enough to do without rolling ten
pins. The match or series of games to de-
termine who vpill be the committee to
bring back the cup from Atlantic City
next August, vrill soon be inaugurated
and we have no doubt the team selected
will be a strong one. K.

Mr. Harry Bayersdorfer of H. Bayers-
dorfer & Co. will sail on the 18th inst.,
on steamship New York for a business
trip through England, France, Germany,
Austria and Italy.

New York.

Business in the early part of the week
was very good and the shortage of many
varieties of flowers as noted at Easter
continued for several days afterwards,
but towards the latter part of the week
stock became more plentiful and the de-
mand seemed to slacken up considerably.
There have been some large decorations
which used up a great many flowers, and
this naturally has had a beneficial effect
upon the market in general.

American Beauties are very plentiful.
The general quality is very good, but the
large quantity that is coming in has had
a depressing effect on prices, which have
dropped lower than usual, although a
few of the choice blooms will bring as
high as $50 per hundred. Harrisii lilies
are also abundant and the prices run from

$6 per hundred down. White lilacs are
being received by Thomas Young, Jr., in
large quantity and the quality excels any-
thing offered here this season. Carnations
are the best stock in market at present
and good prices are maintained on all va-
rieties, the fancy sorts being especially in
demand, and bring from $2 to $4 per
hundred. Some of the finest Mermets and
Brides that have come into the market
this season are being cut by Mr. C. H.
Hagert of Summit, N. J. Violets are
quite abundant, while mignonette is ex-
cessively overstocked.

Contributions are being solicited for the
benefit of the widow and children of the
late Thomas L. Russell, and it is gratify-
ing to note the response has been a liberal
one.

Siebrecht & Wadley have filed a claim
of $17,047.47 against the State for flow-
ers furnished the New York State build-
ing at the World's Fair, the board of
managers having refused to audit the
bill.

Mr. Alfred Dimmock arrived from Lon-
don per steamship Lucania on March
31st.

Phoenix Canariensis.

The accompanying engraving is from a
photograph of a splendid specimen of
this phoenix growing on the grounds of
Mr. Simon Hernsheim, New Orleans.
The photo was sent us by Mr. Justin St.
Maud, the gardenerin charge, who writes:

"The plant is considered the finest and

largest in the United States. It covers
an area of over 100 feet in circumference,
is about 30 feet high and is 15 years old.
It has stood the test of our lowest tem-
perature (16°). It is now in full bearing
and has thousands of ripe seeds."

New Haven, Conn.

Easter was with all the dealers the bus-
iest day in flowers ever seen in New Ha-
ven. The demand far exceeded the sup-
ply in every article with the possible ex-
ception of yellow narcissus. Carnations,
especially white and pink, tulips in light
colors, violets of any variety (if only
fresh), lily of the valley, roses in white and
pink, were almost an unknown quantity
late in the afternoon. The supply of
scarlet carnations, bright tulips, and
Jacq. and Wootton roses was almost equal
to the demand. Lilies, both Harrisii and
candidum, sold well, particularly the for-
mer in pots, the supply being perfectly ex-
hausted. The demand for flowering
plants was unusually large, anything in
bloom being bought up readily. Maher-
nias, genistas, white and pink azaleas,
heliotropes, geraniums, astilbe, potted
hyacinths, and narcissus, were all readily
sold.

The prices averaged about the same as
last year, excepting Perle roses and lilies
which were slightly lower in price. The
growing demand each year seems to be
for cheap flowers, as the Easter fashion
here prevails with every class, and this
season the advance in price of carnations.

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and scarcity of such roses as Bon Silene
and Safrano that could be retailed at 75
cents per dozen lost the dealers a large
number of sales fiom a number of
people who could not afford the
higher priced stuff. The quality of the
flowers grown here and sent in from out-
side, was never better, the past three
weeks seeming to bring out everything
and especially the bulbous varieties to
great perfection. V.

Boston.

Trade has been good all along the line
ever since Easter. The small remnant of
stock left on hand in the way of lilies and
white flowers after Easter found a ready
market on the following day, and this de-
mand was accentuated by the enormous
quantity of flowers called for on the occa-
sion of Harry M'GIennan's funeral. The
number and beauty of the designs made
for this purpose exceeded anything of the
kind seen here in recent years and all the
florists had a share of it.

Flowers have continued in great de-
mand throughout the week. The stiff
prices asked for carnations have begun to
have an effect on the market, however,
and there are indications that prices must
moderate soon or somebody will have a
stock left on hand. For fancy varieties
fancy figures are willingly paid, but on
common sorts of ordinary quality there
is a disposition to protest. Roses of all
kinds are selling well at lair prices.

Louis Guerineau has accepted a position
as superintendent of the Botanical Gar-
den which is to be established at Smith
Academy, Northampton. Two new green-
houses have been erected on the grounds
by Lord & Burnham.

Visiting Boston— J. Blaauw, Boskoop,
Holland; W. A. Manda, E. 0. Orpet.

Bufifalo.

I have met no one in the business yet
who was not well satisfied with the Eas-
ter business, some are very enthusiastic
over it, others not quite so much. Al-
together it is safe to say that the bulk of
business done was far in advance of any
previous Easter week. There were more
to do the business, that must be taken
into account. What a change the Easter
business of to-day compared with fifteen
rears ago; not only m volume but in
style. Then we were all looking out for
church decorationsand memorial designs.
The latter is about obsolete and the
churches decorate much less elaborately.
If there was any feature of the trade more
to be noted than another it was the sale
of plants. Anything in the shape of plant
in flower went. In quantity lilies took
the lead, and sold at 20 to 2.'> cents per
bud, cither as a plant or cut. Next came
azaleas, a large quantity of those were
•old at from $2.50 to $7 and $K. It was
quite noticeable that in azaleas the white
did not sell anything like as well ns the
colored varieties. Cjld Mme. V'ander
Crujtscn with its grand shafic and pro-
fusion of flowers will outsell any of them.
There were good lilacs sold, but the de-
mand for them was not brisk when the
parchoscTS could get an azalea. A few of
our floristsinvcstcd insomc monstrosities
which they called standard lilncR, they
were six or seven feet high with a little
head of leaven and a few flowers on lop.
NolK>dy wanted them, but the owners
have stored them away, ho|>ing to find
a market for them at our fall elections.
Some of our ardent voters erect poles on
that occosifjn. Spirnra, cineraria, pans of
tulip*, hyacinths and daflft all sold well.

There are thousands of people who at
Easter time want to purchase a plant,
but their limited means won't allow them
to purchase an azalea or even a dollar
lily. They want some little plant for 25
cents and this should not be lost sight of.
A Dutch hyacinth in a 4-inch pot or a
nice zonal geranium in a 4 inch pot fills
the bill. Of the former there was an im
mense quantity sold. There were no
hydrangeas forced here, but Mr. Long
got in a few and they sold, but you could
easily over do that plant in this market.
The Saturday preceding Easter was a
fine fair day (for which we are all devoutly
thankful) and some of the Main street
stores overflowed to such an extent that
they occupied the sidewalk for half a
block.

It would be hard to say which was the
leading flower of the day. In value of
course roses took the lead, as is always
the case. Carnations and violets ran a
dead heat for second place, close up at the
finish, showing no signs of distress as
they needed little urging. There was no
overstock of any of those popular flowers.
Good tea roses sold at $2.50 per doz.;
carnations, the best at 75 cents and $1
and violets at 2.50 per hundred. There
was little demand for bulbous stuff, but
nothing wasted, because very little was
grown for the occasion. Lily of the val-
ley and mignonette sold well. I never
remember so light a demand for smilax;
you scarcely heard it mentioned. Alto-
gether the Easter just past must be con-
sidered the greatest floral festival this
city — or for that matter this county —
has ever witnessed, and we can look con-
fidently forward that each succeeding
Easter will be a greater event with the
florist than any that are past. Hard
times or prosperity — free trade or protec-
tion— won't affect it; rich and poor alike
will buy a flower for Easter.

Time does not hang heavy on our hands
now, for we have the pleasure of an inter-
view with a Dutch bulb grower three or
four times a day. Sometimes two of them
at the same moment of time. They are
easily disposed of this year, because they
have had bitter experience before they
get as far inland as this, and take a loud
no as a matter of course, and with little
protest. W. S.

The 12-year old daughter of Wm. Scott
is daneerously sick with typhoid fever.
The 21st day of the fever has parsed with
little change, but the family hope for the
best.

St. Louis.

The cold snap that arrived here theday
succeeding liaster, and noted in my last
week's notes, was the most severe and
destructive that has ever been known at
this season of the year, that is taking
into consideration the weather tlint pre-
ceded it. The glass registered on the niglits
of the 24-th, 25th. and 26th, 17", 10",
and 1 H", and carried consternation to the
heart of the fruit growers. Many of the
market gardeners also were caught very
severely with early ])lanted stock; the
damage however is not so irreparable
with them, ns they can ripl.-iiit their
grounds. Considerable hustling was in-
dulged in by florists having stock in
frames to get them covered up, and the
only available material iK'ing hoards,
manure having Ikcu ilispcnHcd with some
time Ijcfore, as a result of insulliiient cov-
ering considerable damage was done,
some firms placing the loss up in the
hundreds.

The plant trade is slow, buyers ap-
parently are waiting to make sure that
spring has arrived before investing again
in plants. Cut flowers still continue in
good demand, the season has been noted
for the number of "store openings" that
have occurred since spring trade com-
menced, and which use up a great many
flowers. They are mostly of a low grade,
but still it keeps the market compara-
tivel3' clean. A great quantity of wild
smilax is used in these openings, and is
most effective in the decorating, while at
the same time it can be obtained at a
reasonable figure.

At a meeting of the Exhibition commit-
tee it was decided to hold the coming fall
show in the art rooms of the Exposition
building, all the members present being
of the opinion that the difference in the
terms secured for these rooms, and what
has been paid during the last two years
for the Music Hall, would more than off-
set anv disadvantages which might be
urged against them. The premium list
was gone over carefully, and changes
that had been recommended were made,
they consisted chiefly of cutting down the
number of classes called for, and in more
than doubling the prizes offered for plants,
so that the growers can have the possi-
bility of realizing something substantial
for the time placed on specimens. Favor-
able answer were received from the street
car lines regarding the advertising, and
doubtless at the time it will prove most
effectual. There will be placed in the
statuary room of the Exposition building
a fine display of fruit and other products
of the state of Missouri, under the au-
spices of the Missouri Horticultural
Society, for the coming annual Exposi-
tion. The display is intended to remain
for several years and as the statuary
room is one that will be turned over to
the florists for the show, a special and at-
tractive feature will be made of the per-
manent display.

At the recent Turner— Joy wedding the
decorations at the church, and house,
furnished by the Ayers Floral Co., were
quite extensive and appropriate. The
church was decorated throughout with
palms and Easter lilies, while each side of
the altar was banked with palms. Smi-
lax was used for festooning, and a canopy
studded with roses was composed of the
same material. The house was decorated
throughout, the mantels being banked
with lilies and adiantum, while the fire-
places were filled with small palms and
cut ferns. The chandeliers were trimmed
with smilax and ribbon, the stair-case
with smilax and asparagus studded with
roses. All doors were furnished with
portieres of smilax. The dinning room
mantel was banked with adiantum and
Mcrmet and Bride roses, the whole hav-
ing a very charming effect. K. F. T.

Toronto.

Some of the florists report that their
sales at Easter were a little less than last
year and a lew report larger sales, so that
among the older established ones the to-
tal sales were on an average probably
about the same, but it must he remembered
that several new stores havcstarted since
last lv;ister and that twoorthree of these
did a very large business and there is no
manner of doubt but that thcgrand total
of sales exceeded those of last year to a
great extent; it is however almost impos-
sible to do more than guess at the per-
centage of increase, which would not be
instructive. Hut it is extremely doubtfu.
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sales was much larger than that of last
year on account of prices of nearly all
stock being considerably lower.

The supply of flowers, which was im-
mense, was with the exception of roses,
violets and valley, equal to the demand.
Carnations seem to have been quite
cleaned up, many people taking them in
place of roses, but there appears to have
been enough. The call for carnations is
increasing and in this city at least Day-
break still holds the lead.

The quality of the flowers may be said
to be about the same as last year, asgood
as they are grown in this latitude, and
that is saying a good deal.

As a general thing it is doubtful if re-
tailers bought more than they did last
year, probably owing to the fact that
there were more stores to supply and that
two of the largest wholesalers have retail
stores and did a large business. This lat-
ter fact one might call the "interesting
peculiarity" in the trade here this year.

The plant trade, which in the fore part
of the week had been pretty lively and
promised well, strange to say on the Sat-
urday did not at all come up to expecta-
tions and of course there was much dis-
appointment in consequence. The weather
on Saturday was comparatively mild and
did not interfere with the trade, but by
Sunday evening there were 20° of frost,
more like what Christmas ought to be.
It is still cold (29th) and there issnowon
the ground but we are promised that at
the next turn of the tap it will be mild.

Considerable excitement has been caused
in this country by the tariff revision, the
cat is out of the bag now, but there is
very little difference made in stock used
by florists. E.

Washington.

Easter trade seems to have been fully
up to the expectations of the majority of
our florists. Thursday and Friday the
weather was anything but favorable to
flower buyers. The bulk of the orders
came in at the last moment. Saturday
was a busy day with all, many of them
being compelled to remain in their stores
from early Saturday morning until Sun-
day afternoon.

Good roses were very scarce, in fact
poor ones were not plentiful. The warm
weather during the past two weeks
brought on prematuregrowth, and threw
the grower out of his reckoning; instead
of having his largest crop at this time it
was ten days past or more. Harrisiis
were plentiful this season, the supply be-
ing slightly greater than the demand;
they were sold for $3 per doz. Pots hav-
ing from 2 to 4 flower stalks and from 5
to 8 flowers sold readily for $2. Azaleas
and genistas in 6 and 7 inch pots were in
demand; bringing from $1.50 to $2.00.
There was a noticed falling off in the de-
mand for hydrangea plants in flower,
which is probably owing to their poor
keeping qualities, the general complaint
being that both hydrangeas and genistas
lose their flowers shortly after being taken
into the warm dry atmosphere of a dwell-
ing house.

Violets were both poor and scarce; the
demand was greater than the supply,
this was probably due to the warm
weather just past, which glutted the
market for a time. Such as were offered
brought $1 per 100. Carnations were
not over plentiful and were in great de-
mand. Bulbous stuff was very plentiful,
and generally speaking good in quality,
and was in great demand.

The majority of the florists had their

windows handsomely decorated. Mr. J.
R. Freeman had his beautiful store on
13th St. transformed into an exhibition
room. He had a magnificent display in
the large front window; the plants were
nicely arranged from the floor to the ceil-
ing, extending some 12 or 15 feet back
into the store. It was a miscellaneous
assortment of blooming plants and ferns,
all in splendid condition. Among them I
noticed three very handsome plants of
Kalmia latifolia in full bloom; they sug-
gested the question, will this plant be-
come a candidate for Easter decorations?
Mr. F. also had some very fine specimens
of azaleas, some 4 or 5 feet high and the
same distance through; they were a mass
of bloom.

Mr. C. F. Hale had both his stores tast-
ily decorated with hydrangeas, azaleas,
genistas, Harrisii, palms, araucarias and
ferns.

Messrs. J. H. Small & Sons had their
large store profusely decorated with ivy
and wild smilax plaques on the wall.
They had a fine display of azaleas, hy-
drangeas, genistas, Harrisii, and other
flowering plants. In their window front-
ing 14th St. they had an unusually fine dis-
play of hybrid roses arranged in jars, hid
among adiantums and selaginellas, pro-
ducing the effect of a rose-garden.

C. Strauss & Co. had a fine display in
both their stores; hydrangeas, Harrisii,
palms, ferns, callas, etc., together with
their fine assortment of cut flowers, made
a most attractive decoration.

Gude Bros, had an excellent display of
Easter stock in general; their window
was arranged to represent an egg-rolling
scene, which was carried out very nicely
in every detail.

Monday night we had 14° of frost,
which did considerable damage to early
vegetation, killing all the early peaches
in this section I am afraid. The hyacinths
in the parks which had just fairly started
to make a show were all killed. Deutzia
gracilis, which was finely budded, was
destroyed, the entire young growth being
killed back to the old wood. Spiraea suf-
fered in a like manner. In unprotected
places the young shoots of the hardy
roses were killed. The various magnolias
which were just in their height of beauty
were as brown as cinnamon Tuesday
morning. All of the early flowering
shrubs were more or less injured.

Reynolds.

St. Paul, Minn.

The week before opened pleasant enough
for the most fastidious but closed bad
enough for the most indifferent. Friday
was a fairly good day, but Saturday the
thermometer sank nearly to zero and the
wind blew a gale, making delivery of tall
plants almost impossible.

The floral displays throughout the city
were of the highest order. First and fore-
most was L. L. May & Co's. magnificent
Easter floral opening in a large store on
West 5th St. The store was filled to
overflowing with lilies, azaleas, hyacinths,
roses, etc. In the window a huge Easter
cross eight feet in height made of lilies at-
tracted and held the sight seers. It was
very nicely designed and reflected much
credit on the skill of Mrs. Garges, the
competent designer for this progressive
firm. They report sales good, ahead of
last year with the weather very unfavor-
able. Their prices were fixed at 15 cents
per bloom for lilies, hyacinths 15c. each,
two for 25c. Their fine collection of hy-
brid roses in bloom sold readily at 50c to
$1 per plant. Their stock was large and
all sold.

Aug. S. Swanson also had a very fine
display of lilies, azaleas and pelargoni-
ums, these last being the finest plants
ever displayed in the city. He occupied a
store rented for the occasion on Robert
St. His prices were rather higher than
other florists, though his sales were large.
We think however that he had quite a
number of plants left on hand unsold.

Wm. King, on East Seventh St., reports
good sales. Seeger & Heiersekorn, the
popular Jackson St. florists, report good
sales. Warrendale greenhouses made a
fine display as usual. Chas. Bennett had
the usual quantity of desirable plants and
flowers, as did Charley Vogt in the Mar-
ket House. E. F. Lemke had the finest
lot of azaleas in the city and as usual
made good sales. Chris Hansen was kept
busy with his shipping orders and on the
whole every one seems to have had a nice
Easter trade, but they all begin their
statements "If the weather had been fav-
orable, etc." However as nearly all the
stock in the city was sold what more
could be wanted.

Prices on cut flowers ruled lower than
usual. Roses sold at $lto$1.50perdoz..
Beauties at $3 to $4, violets at 50 cents
per bunch, carnations 50 to 75 cts. per
doz., valley $1 per doz., Romans, narcis-
sus and tulips 75c. to $1 per doz.

The supply of cut flowers was nearly
equal to the demand, but the cut was
enormous for this season of the year.
The greatest demand however was for
cheap flowering plants; anything that
would sell for 15 cents to 50 cents went
quickly.

St. Paul certainlv had the finest floral
display ever seen here and the florists
have had good Easter sales. There are
several reasons for this. First the unus-
ually large amount of stock planted in
anticipation of Easter. Second the very
light sales during the winter, consequently
stock was not depleted as in former
years. Third, the early date at which the
Easter holiday season came. Fourth, the
very warm and pleasant weather that
prevailed for several weeks previous to
Easter, bringing everything into bloom
at the proper time. Fifth, the friendly riv-
alry existing between the leading florists,
inciting them to greater efforts in pro-
ducing, advertising and displaying their
stock, and last but not least the desire
created for plants and flowers the past
year.

Wt notice spring stock looking well in
nearly all of the houses about town.
Sales after Easter are good and encour-
agement is felt all along the line,

Felix.

Ottawa.

A long spell of beautiful weather was
broken on Good Friday by snow and
hail, accompanied by a frosty wind which
lasted over Sunday, making it disagree-
able for florists who had many plants to
deliver. Lilies suffered most, owing to
their length. Although there were not
enough to supply the demand, all were
glad when the last plant was delivered.
Azaleas, spiraea, deutzia, pans of hya-
cinths, in fact anything in flower that
could be sold for a dollar and under went
lively, but foliage was not wanted.

The cut flower trade exceeded our ex-
pectations, owing probably to most of
the M. P.s remaining in town, and the
usual dose of funeral work came in at the
busy time, making it awkward. There
were no big orders for churches, most of
the stock being contributed by individual
members of the congregations, and after
being manipulated by about twenty la-

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^f'-it 5,

dies of a committee the effect was nothing
to boast of. St. Andrews (the Auld
Kirk) was the only one that gave a
straight order to decorate the platform
with plants, being the first time this
church has done so.

Trade has been a trifle flat since Sun-
day; roses especially are very plentiful.
The mourning in the vice-regal household
puts a damper on festivities, Lut Lady
Aberdeer will start entertainments again
on April 26 with a state dinner, when we
hope to make up our losses to a certain
extent. Lily of the valley throughout
and violets for tavors is the order for that
occasion. It will be a relief when the one
flower custom goes out. There will be a
Drawing-room on the 2Sth, which will
help all in the trade. Mrs. Speaker White
starts regular weekly dinners this w-eek;
this lady is a very liberal patron of the
florists, wanting the best only, and leav-
ing the arrangement to the florist.

Good violets were scarce at Easter; one
florist who has a house found himself
short and ordered from Boston, to be
shipped on Friday. The dealer, for rea-
sons best known to himself, sent them on
Thursday. When they arrived the wax
paper was the best part of the shipment.
The flowers had the appearance of hav-
ing been used at a couple of parties and
then stored for two days. The highest
list price was charged, C. O. D.; 20%
duty had to be paid— result, total loss.

Zero.

Massachusetts Horticultural Society's
Spring Exhibition.

The Spring Exhibition of the Massa-
chusetts Horticultural Society, which
closed on Friday evening, March 30th,
was most creditable, considering the dis-
advantage of date and weather. .\ week
directly after such an Easter as was ex-
perienced this year is not the most favor-
able time to get togetheragrand display.
The worse drawback was the weather.
Having come in like a lamb and main-
tained its lamblike manners until Easter
had gone, March, true to tradition pro-
ceeded to assume the character of the pro-
verbiallion.aDd worse daysfor the trans-
portation of flowering plants than the
first day of the show and the day imme-
diately preceding could scarcely be imag-
ined. Ttc result was a smaller contribu-
tion than usual of azaleas and other
large plants, bo that when the upper hall
bad been well filled there was but a small
remnant for the lower one. In many re-
BpcctB however, the show was a notable
one, particularly in the bulbous clasfes,
the hyacinths and tulips being uniformly
fine throughout, and the cyclamens un-
doubtedly eclipsed anything ever shown
in this country.

The principal exhibitors in spring flow-
ering bulbs were N. T. Kidder, J. L.Gard-
ner, Dr. C. O. Weld, W. S. Ewell & Son,
the Bursey Institution, and Iv. S. Con-
verse. In byacinlhs. .V. T. Kidder out-
Stripped his competitors in most of the
clastrs, although all were good, and it is
not often that an opportunity is offered
to fee such well filled fiiiktu of Lord I)crby,
Grand Moitrr. King of the Ulucs, Allm
Suptibisnima, \,n G.-nnd<ur,f".ertrufleand
other old favorite?. On tulips W. S. liwcll
& Son and the Kusscy Institution were
well in the lend, Chryfolorn. King of the
Yellows, Urutus, K:iifcr Kroon, Kose
Grifdelin, Cnrclinnl's Mat, l,n Kcine and
many more well known sorts l)cing
shown in Ust form. Lilies Ilnrrisii and
longiflorum, narciisi in variety, ane-
mones, frccfio, ixias, Ktimnn hyocinthe,
grape bvacinths, tritonias, etc , were all

shown in more or less quantity by the
same exhibitors, the Bussey Institution
and W. S. Ewell & Son winning first and
second premiums respectively for general
display.

The premiums for hard-wooded green-
house plants brought out some fine speci-
mens of interesting things which are sel-
dom met with in exhibitions, such as Eri-
ostemon intermedia, E. densifolia. Poly-
gala Dalmatiana, Acacia armata, A. het-
erophylla, Boronia megastigma, Chori-
zema Lowii and some handsome ericas, in
which class John L. Gardner and N. T.
Kidder were the principal exhibitors.

Of hardy flowering deciduous and ever-
green shrubs forced, the Bussey Institu-
tion and John L. Gardner contributed a
fine collection. Indian azaleas were not
up to past exhibits either in quantity or
quality. The Lyman prizes for six speci-
mens of these were taken by Dr. C. G.
Weld and N. T. Kidder respectively, the
Bussey Institution beingfirst on four and
W. S. Ewell & Son first on single speci-
men. The cinerarias were as usual bril-
liant in the extreme, John L. Gardner, Dr.
C. G. Weld and E. S. Converse being the
principal exhibitors.

The display of orchids was not large
but there were some well-grown plants in
all the groups, notably E. W. Gilmore's
Oncidium Marshallianum and Cattleya
Lawreucianum, J. L. Gardner's Dendro-
chilum glumaceum, Dendrobium Free-
manii and Cattleya gigas Sanderiana,
N. T. Kidder's Cypripedium villosum and
Edward Butler's Dendrobium nobile, the
latter receiving a special award for skill-
ful culture.

Cyclamens were shown by Geo. M. An-
derson and Dr. Weld. The table of twen-
ty-four pots of cyclamens grown by Mr.
Anderson was the great feature of the ex-
hibition and attracted much enthusiastic
admiration. The beautiful white variety
Mount Blanc was particularly fine, the
petals of the flowers measuring up to two
and one-half inches in length. Another
prime attraction was the display of Lace
Plants (Ouvirandrafenestralis) from J. L.
Gardner, E. S. Converse and J.S. Cowles,
to whom the premiums were awarded in
the order named. Kea Bros, made a fine
display of Primula Sieboldi in many vari-
eties.

The cut flower premiums were well com-
peted for with the exception of those for
ros^s. The prizes offered for roses
amounted to about $200 and it was
somewhat surprising that so few entries
were made. J. P. Spaulding's Mernicts
and Brides and C. V. Whittcn's Meteors
and Hostcs were very handsome. Among
the best carnations shown were Nichol-
son and Ada Byron from Wm. Nicholson,
Hector, Lizzie McGowan and Ferd. Man-
gold from E. S. Bridge, Henrietta Sar-
gent from J. Tailby & Son, Jacqueminot
from Peter Fis-her & Co., Daybreak from
L. II. I'ostir, Buttercup from C. South-
worth and several varieties from F. A.
DIake and Geo. Santlerson.

As uf ual 1). Zirngiebcl was invincibleon
pansies. his blooms sustaining well their
reputation. James Coniley arranged a
pyramidal decoration consisting of n
hemlock ten feet high iK'autifiilly festooned
with wisleriannd the basedecoratcd with
pliiiits of cineraria, longiflorum lilies and
arpiiragim.

Among the visitors to the show were
\V. A. Mandn, South Orange, N. J.; kich-
atd Gardner, Newport, K. I.;Geo. McWil-
linm, Whilinsville, Mass., and I'. S. I'ol-
wcll, lycnnx.Mats.

Please mention the AMERICAN FLORIST
every time vou write to an advertiser.

Carnation Plants in Pots.

Last week I made a few remarks about
exhibitions, treating on cut flowers only.
There is another feature of exhibitions
that is comingto thefront and will Ihope
increase every year until it plays a prom-
inent part in all the shows both spring
and fall. This feature is the growing of
and exhibiting carnation plants blooming
in pots. In giving my ideas on this sub-
ject please remember that they are ideas
only, as experience with this phase of car-
nation culture with me at least is yet to
be attained. It would be very interesting
to hear from some other growers on this
subject.

First select a certain number of each
variety that is wanted for this purpose
and then take double that number to allow
for failures. Pot them up and see that
they are not allowed to become root
bound, to dry or get checked in their
growth in any way whatsoever. As soon
as the weather permits, which is now in
most localities, put them out into a cold
frame and see that they have an abund-
ance of air whenever it can be safely
given them. Leave the sash off entirely
as long as the weather is not actually
freezing, and as soon as all danger from
frost is over take the frame away. When
you take the frame away if they can
stand repotting put them into 4-inch pots
and plunge the pots up over the rim in
the soil. Have frames made to hold about
four sash and so that you can set them
aside in suitable weather and two men
can carry them over the plants if one of
those wet rainy spells of weather turnsin
that we so often have in the spring
months. These wet spells of weather pro-
duce a very rank and luxuriant growth
on carnations but not a very desirable
growth, and plants wanted for exhibition
purposes should not be allowed to attain
a soft growth.

As a rule they will not require much
watering, but it must be remembered that
being in pots they will suffer (rom drouth
quicker tlian if they were planted in the
open field, and they should be carefully
watched, and when ever they do need
water give them a good soaking, as if
you merely keep the surface nice and
moist it will induce root growth around
the top of the pot, which is to be avoided
as much as possible. Care should also be
taken that they do not root through the
bottom of the pot.

When they need it, repot into fives and
if neccessary again into sixe.s or sevens.
In topping them them the objeit should
be to have a nice symmetrical plant by
September Ist; one that will not need
staking and will have at the date of the
show a good crop of buds and bloom on
it. In attaining this point of course you
will have to understand the variety and
handle it accordingly.

To get n good plant it is important
tli:it you do not crowd tlicm;tlieresh()uld
be at least a four inch air space all around
eni'h plant. It is hardly necessary to say
that no weeds should be allowed among
them. If you find that they are not com-
ing up to the rcquiiemenis exactly they
can be fed up with a little l-()uid manure,
but it is well to remtinher that this will
somewhat retard the bloom.

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837

CARNATION ADA BYRON.

Pot plants for exhibition will have to
be grown by local growers, as it would
hardly pay to have them expressed from
any distance. Each grower should take
a pride in helping make this feature ot the
show a success and if by any chance he
makes a miss with his plants he should
not stage them. A. M. Herr.

Carnation Ada Byron.

This carnation is a seedling from Mrs.
Fisher, raised in 1891. This ;ind the new
carnation Nicholson were both from the
same lot of seedlings, the originator be-
ing Sewall Fisher ol Fraraingham, Mass.
The Ada Byron is one of the most fragrant
carnations known; it is of a robust
growth and a good keeper; in color it re-
sembles a well grown Grace Wilder. Both
the Ada Byron and the Nicholson have
been favored with a number of first-class
premiums at various exhibitions in the
east during the past two years.

We have received from the Denver
Floral Co. blooms of their new carnation
James Huddart, which has never yet been
exhibited. It is a large and well formed
flower, in color a deep rich crimson, with
an extremely rich velvety surface. It ap-
pears a promising ^wriety.

Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints.

The very unusual date of Easter may
have been too early to suit many growers
of specialties, but it cannot be denied that
an early Easter is very advantageous to
the general retail grower. We have more
ample time to get our spring stock in
good shape, andlotsof itwhichweshould
not have had if Easter occurred a month
later, which it does once in a life time.
The great bulkof thegeraniumsthathave
been waiting in 3-inch pots can now be
shifted into 4-inch. Six or seven weeks
growth in their increased pot room will
just land them about right, looking fresh
and well and full of flowers by the end of
May, which in our latitude is the time of
bedding out. Avoid any shading of any
kind for your geraniums for a month to
come. In fact they should never be
shaded. If you can't afford to watch
them and keep them well supplied with
water, then plunge in some material
above all of which is best spent hops.
There is something in hops besides a
medium to keep the pots from evapora-
tion.

Now is the time to take the poinsettia
from under the bench and after cutting
back all growth that is decayed, shake
out the old plants and start growing in a
smaller pot in a night temperature of 60°.

Cut back the last year's growth and
make cuttings of two eyes. Put them in
the propagating bed where you are keep-
ing up the most heat and they will in a
few weeks be rooted. Buttake care of the
old plants, the offshoots of these old
plants will readily root freely if treated
like chrysanthemums in midsummer, with
plenty of water, and if two inch plantsin
August will make the best of market
plants at Christmas.

The late very warm weather in early
part of March gave some of us a chance
to sow sweet peas, but very few took ad-
vantage of the chance, and now at the
first opportunity it is your duty to sow
them. A very much nourished soil is not
at all desirable for a crop of sweet
peas. If the soil is too rich the plants
will grow too much to "vine." If they
are desired early which is always the case
then a poor soil is what you want. I
have been asked several times this spring
if sweet peas should be soaked. They
should not be; a better plan wten the
weather is dry after sowing them in the
drill, which should be 5 or 6 inches deep,
is to sprinkle the drills before covering
the seeds, and aftercovering, firmly tread
down the rows.

Hydrangeas will now have a chance to
spread themselves. If you topdress them
and pot them into 5 or 6-inch pots it is
now certainly desirable that you should
not have to shift them again. There is
no plant that is such a gross feeder as the
hydrangea, and the best way to supply
their wants is by putting one or two
inches of half rotten cow manure on the
surface of the pots, and be sure and give
them space enough to fully develop their
fine foliage.

For several years I have adopted this
plan: In a row of geraniums 100x3 feet,
lift out every 4 or 5 feet 3 or 4 geraniums,
and on an inverted 5-inch pot you can
stand a hydrangea. Nothing sells better
the latter end of May, so they deserve all
the care and space you can give them.

The alternantheras that you have win-
tered over in boxes will now want to
be potted off. If you don't have stock
enough take off cuttings; they will
root as easily as chickweed and re-
member there is only one place to
make a good alternanthera, and that
is in a mild hotbed. You can put A. par-
onychioides major in a house where the
temperature is 80° at night and they will
only exist, while a hotbed will produce
full fledged and beautiful plants.

I have no right to trespass on other
people's territory but I can't refrain from
saying that one way of giving you more
room in your houses will be by putting
youryoungcarnationsoutin acold frame.
There has been so much written about
varieties, if not species, giving out lately,
that it makes one stop and think. The
abuse of the flowers we mostly depend on
for a living is getting more and more dif-
ficult to depend on to return the expect-
ant results. In carnations more than
any other of ourcommercial plants is this
true, and I believe that a cold frame,
where the young plants can have a com-
parative rest foi a few weeks, is of great
benefit to tfcem. Be sure and don't put
them where heavy rains are likely to send
water under their roots and on all fine
days remove the sashes entirelv.

W. S.

MoRGANTOWN, W. Va.— A meeting will
be held here April 5 and 6 to f )rm a State
Horticultural society. Mr. G. A. Hiehle,
the florist of Parkersburg, is taking an
active part in the work of organization.

838

The American Florist.

Aprils,

Canton, O. — Business has picked up in
this locality during the last few weeks
and all florists report that they have been
able to sell at good pricesevervthingthey
could present in bloom for Easter. Mr.
Charles Brown is cutting some fine roses
just now. La France, Perles and Meteors
seem to be his favorites. He grows a
large quantity of spiraea in 10 and 12
inch pots which he finds most profitable
in his cut flower trade. Hyacinths sold
well.

Newark, N. J.— The florist establish-
ment of Karl Voight on Morris Ave. was
visited by a burglar some time during the
night of March 2-lth, who walked away
with the safe in which $4-00 in money be-
sides other valuables were locked up.

Providence, R. I.— Mr. Joseph H.
Brown, one of the founders of the Rhode
Island Horticultural Society, an ex-presi-
dent of that organization, and prominent
in its councils, died on the26th inst.inhis
sixty-eighth year.

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new seedling carnations.

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Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express. .$4 .00 per 1000
VERSCHAFFELTll and SHELLY

YELLOW $5.00perl000

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CUPHEA (cigar plant), by mail. ..50c per 100
PILEA(artillery plant), by mail...50e per 100
FUCHSIA, mixed $1.00 per 100

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SEITID IFOK, LIST.

p. O. IJox 2^6. KENNKTT SQUAKK, PA.

WANTED— A PARTNEK-Tu jnln me KrowlriKand
selMnjr native and foreign hnrdv orruinu'iitiilM.
to meet the want.'* of Anierloiui anil fori'lu'n cunioiihth.
Trade already well esUtbllshed and ktiuvImk. A ( hrlw
tlan und a prohlhltlonlst preferrcil. Mum! l>e eoiiiin-
tent for tlie buhluesH. and Ireu from bad liablus.
Some capltjtl needed. Guaranteed u nrst-cIaaM open-
ing for the right man.

Wii.FUKi) A. BROTnEUTON. Rochester, Mich.

FOR SALE OR RENT-«rcenhou9c: cheap rates.
good biiHlnesH. Hi health.

F. KiU)v. Oddwater. Mitrhlgan.

ipOR SAI-E One KroPMchell hot water boiler. 2 years
' In use; a bargain.

<;or. Robey and Montrose Itoul.. Kavennwood. HI.

FOR HALE One Krncscbell li.H waiiT iM.ller Ixl:-; \
yearn in nw;. Alwo about HHJll feet (-Inch pipe.
AllT KMHiAr. <'o..;i'.Ml Cottage tiruve Ave.. Chicago.

Ii^OR SAl.K heslrlng to move lit nrirr «.ri H(T<»unt of
' 111 health <d wife will sell nt a miu ittli-..- an entJib-
llshed and pa)lng llorlHt bu^lrirHrt wi'll \v<ir(li ^{.uou,
AddrefiM i"p:.\TUAl-. eare Amcrlean KI'tImI,

Ii^OIC SALE 'Ihree Kn-erdi..uMCH. with ntoek. vW.,
hi'aled by Kteatii. r^ltualed In a growing town In
Central Ohio, with popiilatlonor iH.iHtO: bnrtlne^flentall-
Iliihed In Ihibi; no oilier llorlat In U>wn I'riee low to
quick buyer. Athlress r.l. cure American Klnrlsl.

L"*!*!! .SAI-K Store well ntorkcd, together with I.IJlin
-T feet gluBH. heal«d by Bleam, well stocked two
■prlnic wBKonH. iw<i horHcn and nil rnodern eonvc-
nluncvs; price fJ.UUU, thrce-fourthn canli. Apply
John sciinkimkii.
f.'IVli Walnut St . Kannait City. Mo.

I^iWX. HALE OK RKNT In Kvari..l..n 111. Ihn-i-
gn*enhoiiH4'H healed liy hoi water, b»(*ated In buwl-
neftK part eitv at north en<l tdeeirle car lln(<. cam run
ever) ten inlnuteK from l.lncohi Park to gruonhouru-n :
ht-M-ked with b'-dding out planU. niiillax etc Will
trade i>n eaxy terrnit. Audrenn \V. J. Imiwnkm,

enre K.l Slierniaii Ave,. Evitrinlon. III.

i^^OR >^A\.y. A well eHtablUhed HorlNt I.UfilneHN: In
paying 1^1 per cent proMt. alMive all runidng ex-
|N<niH<« on an Inventrnent nf FLOO. NIee inwn. I'.'.UJd
[Moiidf. large iHill)lng iNjpiilatlon- <i<Mid n»l|. Have
biiNlneMH iiD I'Mellln Coaul that ealln ine awny Hinall
lliRi nnynieni: all the ilmttyoii want ipii tm* balance
rnrtliMiIam given. John A. Hai.mkii, Vlii<?4<i)neii, Ind.

L''OR HAI-K OR To l-KT A mdlnble pinee for a flo
V ri*i or rnarhei gardi-ner. eoimlHiinu tit :'4 aeren
go«Ml bind eottage of elubt nM»nit wlih tfry i-ellar, ainn
linrn <.re.»ili..u«- n\x\\ heated by Uenlhereil hut
wnternnp.ir(tiii.i nil In g<H>d i>rdiT. Mnetil market In
Uie world for dU|N.nlng of nil produce, tiolh In niiminer
and wlnUT '('lie riro|MTtr Imiltunlifl fiulUtrbmu lo the
<'Ht of ,New|M<rt It I K or liTiiiN, priced ete ndilreNN
A. I'liKMiM-r llAHKii, llolluTue Avtf., Nuwporl, U. I.

THE flSSOGIflTION FLORA,

BOSKOOP. HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

CI.KMATIS In sorts. 3 years per 100 J26.0O

sriK.*;.v JAPOMCA " i.oo

UIKI.YTKA SPKCTABfLIS " 4.00

I.lllum spt'clusum. Pivonlns UliotlodendronB. Azaloiia

II. I", Itnws. In licst TiirletieB. per IKJKl {«!: Abel ("ar-

rlere. Allreil ('..Iiinib. Anna .\le.\lell, A.ile Dleabach,

H. KutliMelilUl. Flstier IJohne.'*. (ifii. .lack. La Knmce,

MniH. G. l.ulzet. Mnio. rinntler. Manila Cllana. Paul

Ncyron. I*. C. tie Kohan. I'erle ties Hlanchea, LJlrlch

Brunner and others. CatjiluKue on application.

P. OTJ"WJE!XI.IS.XIK.XC.,

206 CHiiiljrldBe .\ve., JKIt-SKY CITY, N. .1.

READ THIS.

Fi;i,TIH>llSKN, tlie COl.KI S SI'KCI ALI.ST,

11118 lit lOHHt

IIIO.IKM I'ANSIKS, In tlio seed bed. at ViSM per 1000
anil aljont .'iH.lillU transplanted In tlat«. al »I.IIU per 1000'.

ItdO'l'IOl) <'rT'l'lN(;s of COI.ICIIS, your selection.
Ji;,iiO ]ier liiud. Our selection. JS.OO per lOOU.

I-'i:('IISIAS, leading sorts, rooteil cuttliiKsfl.lll per 100.

1 1 Kl.loTUorK. I varieties, fl.OO per 100.

SAI.VlASorSWUKT SACK. Jl.OO imt lOO.
CuBli must In all (*ases accompany tlie order.

d. E. FELTHOUSEN,

370 Van Vranken Ave.. SCHENECTADY. N. Y.

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wtioiesaie Florists

RICHMOND. INDIANA.
The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

A.ldrc™ c. H. JOOSTEN. Agent.

:i «'<H'nll<'K '<II|>. M'.W VOKK.

C H 15 S>ii'l'IV t T'r «.

The liime VIII III li't N mil I HI, I'liragoii and .lapaii .
'I'hi< beMlKiiitled trei-N. alito h Illiigf4. Oilier nut

^*"' THe'wV. H. MOON CO.. Morrisville. Pa.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

839

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Perioo

Altemaniheras, Versicolor. Rosea nana, Aurea

nana and P. Major $ .30

Coleus of sorts, mixed. 50

" best new and old. named 1.00

Fuchsias 1 .00

Mexican Primroses. 3 kinds 1.00

Altemantberas, P. major. Aurea nana, Tricolor

(Rosea nanaK Versicolor . 2.50

Plumbago, Capensis and Alba 4.00

Lndy Larpent's 4 00

Perennial Phlox, ane assorted 86.00 and 4.00

AciilUea "The Pearl" 4.00

Begonias, assorted \ Lantanas. assorted 4.00

Fuchsias, ass t; Heliotrope, ass't $3. 00 and 4 00

Abutilons, assorted 4.00

Echijverla glauca $2. 00 and 3.00

Extensa globosa, 6 to 12 In. across 25 & 5uc. ea.

AchyTanthus. assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted $2.00and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

Schlzopetalus 6.00

Anthericum picturalum per dozen. 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted. 2J^-ln. pots 4.00
SUver-Leaf Geraniums, 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalls. OrtgiesI 4.0U

Dahlias, named, our selection 5.00

French Cannas, named, our selection, dry roots.. 5.00

French Cannas, unnamed 3.00

potted 10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladlum, tine mixed 6.(XJ

named 8.00

Trade listen application.

ROBT. 5. BROWN & SONS,

Box 99.

KANSAS CITY, MO.

Begonias.

Per ICO

Flowering varieties . S3 00

Paul Bruant, 3 in. Sets, each; 2^ in 6 00

Rex, in variety 5 00

COLE uS, in variety, per 1000. S20.00 . . . 2 50
Moon Vine, (I. Noctiphyton) . . 3 50

C0B2:A Scandens . . 3 00

G-eraniums. none but the best varieties, per

1000, S2V00 3 00

Ampelopsis Veitchii, \% to 3 feet . . . . 4 00
'• Tricolor, strong 2 in . ... 360

Clirysantbeniunis, leading varieties, per

1000. S20 00 2 50

Ziemon Verbena, strong . 3 00

Lantana, fine varieties 2 50

Roses.

Hardy Climbers, 1^ in 3 00

H. P., 15^ in 3 50

La France, Duchess of Albany, White La
France, Striped La France, Hermosa,
Mrs. Degraw, Queens Scarlet, Papa Gou-
tier, Clothilde Soupert, Rainbow, etc., per
1000, $25 00 3 00

Carnations.

Rooted Cuttings, leading varieties, healthy,

per 1000. $10 00 . 1 25

HEI.IOTBOFE, -1 varieties 2 60

THOS. A. MCBETH& CO., Springfield, Ohio.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

b.qze bill nurseries,
New Roghelle, N. Y.

Palms,
ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. THrainock will be pleased to interview
buyers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 2W5 Greenwich St.. New York City.

ORCHIDS SUITABLE^'h^TRADE

l^tie Leading kinds for
cut flower p-urposes.

I. FORSTERMAN,

NEWTOWIT, Ii. I., N. Y.

Per 100. Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00 La France, - $3 50

Testout, - 6 00 Albany, - 3 50

Meteors, ■ - 3 50 Perles, - - 3 50

Brides, - - 3 50 Mermets, - 3 50

Special discount on our Beauties on ordijrs of 500 or over.

CARNATIONS, | ^^^^^:::::::::::::::::::::::^

ROOTED CUTTINGS. (, Silver Spray " 10.00

51 Wabash Avenue, OHXO^^OO.

Cusins, Beauties,
Niphetos. Testouts,
Iia Frauce. Uermets,

Brides. Bridesmaids.
Perles, Met ors, Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-iii. pots.

^""™t"w.''S¥£Tmler, villa LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for D. S. tor Cbag. Machintosh & Co., England, Inventors of Vulcanized India Rubber,
Extra strong greenhouse hose to withstand high pressure. H'\n., 3-ply. 15c. per foot In Wl feet lengths.

Roses Our Specialty.

300.0 '0 READY NOW in best leacling:
sorts from Per UK) per IQUO

2-iiich pots $300$ 30.00

3 •' " 5 00 «.00

4 " " 12.00 110.00

PANSIES, extra strain from boxes,

once replanted . ... 5.00

PANSIES, inbudandbloom,2-in. pots 20 00

PETUNIAS, dbl. fringed, 2-in. pots . . 4.00 3-5,00
VERBENAS, the very best . 2,00 18 00

CARNATIONS, leading sorts .... 4.00 35.00
FUCHSIAS, single and double 3.00 30,00

CHRYSANTHEMUMS, the very cream. 3.0O 25 00
The Queen. ... 5.00 45.00
GERANIUMS, sgl. and dU. extra sorts 3.00 3000

COLEUS, named sorts 3 00 25 00

Golden Bedder . .4.00 35 00

large Ivd. seedlings from boxes 3 00 20.00

Hardy Perennials, Shrubs and Evergreens in quantity.

Send your lists to be priced. Ask for catalogues,
wholesale and retail.

We employ specialists In every department and can
guarantee satisfaction. Four acres under glass,

ADDRESS NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

Forcing Roses.

Prime stock in "No. 1" condition at follow-
ing prices. Cash or satisfactory ref-
erences with the order.

Per 100 Per 1000
AMERICAN BEAUTY $6 00 $.50.00

LA FRANCE 4.00 35.00

WHITE LA FRANCE J.OO 35.00

METEOR 3 50 3O00

THE BRIDE 3..50 .30.00

MERMET , 3.00 25.00

PERLE DES JARDINS 4.00 35.00

PAPA GONTIER .... ... 4.00 .3.5.00

Samples on application if stamps are enclosed
to cover postage.

Ros6§ and Garnatlons,

Per Kill Per mi

American Beauties, 56 00 Mermets, $4.00

Testouts, 6.00 Brides. 4,00

Bridesmaids, 5.00 Duchess of Albany, 4.00

Perles, 4,00 Meteors, 4,00

Woottons, 4.00 Gontiers, 4 00

ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS.
Edna Craig, Albertini, Mrs. Reynolds, Wm.
Scott, S4-00 per 100, $35.00 per 1000. Daybreak,
$15 00 per 1000. Puritan, Garfield, Silver Spray,
White Dove. White Wings, Tidal Wave, and many
others, $1000 to $12 00 per 1000. Helen Keller,
$12,00 per 100; $90,011 per 1000. Uncle John and The
Stuart, $10.00 per 100; 575,00 per lOOO.

J. T. ANTHONY,

2205 Michigan Ave . CHICAGO,

2,000 Geraniums, S. A, NUTT or
RASPHALE,

Kast End Ave,, PITTSBCKG, PA.

Exhausted.

All fatuxe orders for

MRS. W. G. WHITNEY

can only be booked to fill from
May 1st and onward, as the de-
mand has exceeded my expecta-
tions. All other stock can be
filled at once.

JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J.

Mention American Florist.

ROSES.

200.000--2 1-2 inch pots.
50,000-3 1-2 and 4 1-2 inch pots.

in 150 leading varieties.

SEND FOR CATALOGUE AND PRICES.

Gut Smilax for Easter. . . .

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M. A, HUNT. Terie Haute, Ind,

5,000 Jack Rose Plants,

ON THEIR OWN ROOTS.

Well branched, 2>^ to 3 feet high, $10 per
100. Sample of 8 for |1.00.

JORDAN FLORAL CO.

706 OUve Street, .ST. LOUI.S, MO.

ROSE PLANTS.

FROM COLD FRAME,

STARTED INTO NICE GROWTH.

Perles, 3-inch . , . $6.00 per 100; 2}^-incli, $4. CO.

Meteor, 2}4-inch $).00 per lOO.

Mermets, 3-inch $3.00 per 100.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, lit.

840

The American Florist.

April 5,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Incb, Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gaaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 percent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdvertlslDR Department of the American
Florist Is for Fiorieu. geedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines OXLT. Please to
remember It.

Orders for less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach usby Monday to secure
Insertion In the Issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Violets Growing out of the Disease.

I saw a frame of violets the other day
at a private place at Fort Washington,
N. Y. City, that were without doubt the
finest I ever saw. The plants were large,
healthy and carrying the largest and
heaviest crop of flowers imaginable. The
flowers were large, fine color and without
exr.ggeration you could pick them by the
thousand. If a florist could flower them
the same way and of as good a quality
he could make a fortune in a short time.
Now to speak of disease Mr. Webber, who
grew them, says that last spring when
he divided up the old plants for stock
they were literally rotten with disease.
He planted them out in the garden, and
they got no more attention than keep-
ing the ground clean and loose. When
he took them up they were clean, healthy
and as they are now in perfect health,
and have bloomed continuously ever
since. Mr. Webber does not believe in arti-
ficial heat for violets, and a look at his
plants would convince anyone he is right.
During the late warm weather he shades
from the sun, so that his flowers are of
fine substance and very dark color.

At another private place at Orange
there is a frame of violets attached to the
front of a greenhouse, and the plants and
flowers are magnificent, so it goes to
show that frame cultivation and no arti-
ficial heat, provided you can keep frost
out, is the proper treatment for the violet.
While I have seen some good violets in
houses this winter I have seen none to
compare with those in the above men-
tioned places. Jas. S. Taplin.

Hackcnsack, N. J.

Fhp.oehicks & Hi'CHRS is the style of a
new firm of landscape gardeners and con-
tractors composed of Sir. Chas. 11. Frcd-
ericksand.Mr. John M. Hughes, the latter
fur I he past eleven years superintendent of
Wootton, Mr. Geo. W. Childs' country
scat nt Mryn M;iwr, Pa. The headquar-
ters of the new firm are at Bryn Mawr
and Ardmorc, I'a.

SiRHKX, N. B.— The Sussex Weekly
l\'ecord ('{ March 10 prints n lengthy d'--
■cription of the greenhouses of Mr. Hcr-
l>crt E. Ooold, who starting in 4- years
ago with n house containing .SOO feet of
gInsR, has since increased his surface to
.'t./jOO f-ct of glass and uses 2',i acres of
l/ind in his business. Mr. (loold intends
lo build a forcing house for roses and an
additional plant houie the coming rum-
mer.

Nhw Hi;i)F(iri., Mass.— Mr. Jl. V. S')ulc
has complrtrd a rangeof fuurgrecnhjusci
at 1325 Coffin Ave.

Wiip.M writing our advertisers please
use one of vour printed business letter
beads or enclose vour business card.

Long's Florist's Photographs

HhlishQd by DANX B. LONG, Buffalo, N. Y.,

Can be supplied by any of the following agents;

N. r McCarthy & CO., Boston, Mass.
WELCH BKOS., Boston, Mass.
r. E McAtLISTER, New York City.
REED & KELLER. New York City.
MARSCHUETZ & CO , Philadelphia. Pa.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO , Philadelphia, Pa.
E. H. HUNT. 79 Lake Street, Chicago.
J. C. VAUGHAN, Chicago.
T. F. KEENAN. 45 Lake Street, Chicago.
C. A. KUEHN, 1122 Fine Street, St. Louis, Mo.
«S- PRICED CATALOGUES FREE ON APPLICATION _^^^H

^\

'r

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

45 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HAKUS.

CUT STRINGS s to is feet long, so cts.

Shipped ID large or small quantities to any part of the country. Orders hy mall, tele-
eraph or telephone^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

FE6K & SUTHERLAND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^^

67 Bromfield St, BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent (or ttie GREAT ANTIPEST.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut streets,
DAN'L B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO, N. Y.

SlIll'PIMl (IIIIIKIIH CAItKPUl.l.V ATTE.S'IIEI) TO.
OTIIKU SI'KC'IAI.TIKS:

FlorlHtn' Sii|i|ill<-H, WIrii Di'Hlenn, lliillm,
I.oiik'h FlorlMlH l*liul(»Krii|iliH)(*iM'lfir«ciiil.

C'ntiiloifiicM, l.lHt.1 'I'rriim. i-tr . on iilipMriilloM

BY THE THOUSAND.

Arancarla Excelsa and Olauca. .Aspi-
dlMtra, Palms. Phoniilums. Bay Trees
crowns and pyramids of all slzos.

I'licklnv (riM- for cimli wllli nnli-r

The Nurseries, JULES DE COCK,

I.KDKUKIKJ. iM'iii 4*hent. Ill-:i,(ill M,

MKKKItN AS HI'KriAMIKH
(;h»\hiht, lliilh llffronliiH fxirii \ur|4*lh-n.

GHTflUOGUE. PRINTING.
E,LEGTROTyPING.

l)one with expert ability for Florists,
Nursorvmcn, Sfcclsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFarlsnd Co.

. . . IIAKKIMII.llll, I'A.

Wholesale
FloristvS

N.E. CORNER

Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers! Florists' Supplies

;402 PINE STREET,

(Snrn-HHor tn KLLIHON A KIIKIIN),

^^s^ W H O LES A LE »^i|?

1122 I^IlSrBJ SXK-EST,
A oomplete line of Wlr« Deiiliriu.

Cut SmiiaX, iSc. per string.

Siullnx iHiititn. I )T . ntniMK. ti.M per lUI; r.ll pit 1(«n1.

hiiiltiix H 1. iTiip (il \K<\ ft r piTfi/. HpiH'lnl iiUiMitluii

t4)(ir.ltr~ l.v wire .lltSI'.l'll I';. HUNS A I, l„

W liolt-Ntih- 1-torlwl. :ar-t t. M(ill':i,ti .w 1;., >.m,i;m. O.

When yoii write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

841

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

79 Lake Sfreef, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND AI.I.

FI.ORISTS' SUFFI.IES.

Western Aerent for the GREAT AUTIPEST.

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 £ 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
CHICA.GO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

Telephone Main 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

36 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
#5.01* and upwards.

AVRITK FOR PRICE LIST.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

45 LAKE STREET,

PHONE MAIN 223. CHICAGO.

Special attention given to shipping orders.

REINBEEG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

57 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CMHC.A.G-0.

MON9. Ol.SEN.

HoKACE R. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4TSK. Consignments Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,

METS, '^^^^^^ — S^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES, ^W ^O^^N VASES.

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HOETICULTDRAL AUCTIONEERS.

FLORAL DESIGSrS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send $3.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©yfiofe^afe MarfteCii.

Cut Flowers.

NEW roHK. April 2.

Roses. Perle. Cusln. Wattevllle 2.00® i;.00

Meteor, Mermet. Bride 3.00® S.OO

Bridesmaid, La France 4.00010.00

Beauty 5.00®SO.OO

Hybrids 5.00@30.00

Carnations 2 00® 4.00

HarrisU Lilies 4.00® 6 00

Violets 60® .75

Valley 1.00® 2.00

Daffodils, Tulips 2.00® 3.00

Unman Hyacinths l.OOSl.M

Mlsnonette 2.00® 6.00

Smllax 10.00®15.00

Aspara^s 50.00

Adlantum 1.00

Lilacs, per bunch 60@1.00

Boston. April 2.

Roses, Nlphetos. Gentler 3.00® S.OO

I'erle, Sunset 4.00® 6.00

Bride, Mermet 6.0(i®12.00

Jacqs 6.00@18.00

Brunner 10.00®60.00

Carnations 2.00® 4.00

Violets 60® 1.00

Harrisll 8.(J0®10.00

Candldums 3.00® 4.00

Lllv of the valley 3.00® 4 00

Daffodils, TuUps 2.00® 4.00

Splraja 2.00® 3.00

Mljmonette 1.00® 4.00

Adlantum 1.00

Smllax 6.00®12.00

Asparagus 60.00

Primroses, per bunch . . 12c

Heath, per bunch 50

PHILADELPHIA. April 2.

Roses, Perle, Gentler, Nlphetos 3.00® 4.00

Cusln, Wattevllle, Hoste 3.00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 6.00® S.OO

Kalserin, Bridesmaid, Testout 6.00® S.OO

" Belle. Beauty 10.00@25.00

Lalngs 12.6O®25.0O

Brunner. . . 25.00®40 00

■' Jacqs 10.00®I5.00

CamatlODB. H. Keller 6.00

Ophelia. Sweetbrler 3.00

Edna Craig 3.00

good ordinary 2.00® 3.00

Violets 1.00® 2.00

Mignonette 1.50® 2.00

Asparagus 60.00®76.00

Harrisll lilies 8.00®10.00

Callas 6.00® 8.00

Freesia 1.00® 1.50

Tulips 4.00® 5.00

Catlloyas 40.00

Orchids 1.5.0C®40.00

Smllax 15.00®2O.0O

CHICAGO. April 3.

Roses, Beauty 8.00®30.00

Hybrids 25.00

.Tacqs 12.00@16.00

Bride 5.00® 6.00

La lYance 4.00® 5.00

Mermet 3.00® 4.00

.Meteor 4.00® 6.00

Bridesmaid 6 HO® 7.00

Carnations 1.00® 1.50

fancy 2.C0

Harrisll 6.00® 8.00

Romans 2.00

Valley, Tulips 2.00® 3.00

Hutch hyacinths 4.00® 6.00

liaH..illls 2.0O® 3.0O

Vlulcis 80® 1.00

Mignonette 2.00® 2.60

CINCINNATI. April 2.

Roses, Beauty 10.00@36 00

Mermet, Bride 4.00® 6 00

Testout 8.00

Perie 3.00® 4 00

Carnations 1.00® 3.00

Tulips 3.00@4 00

Narcissus 3.00

Daffodils . 2.00® 8.00

Valley 3.00

Romans 2.00

Violets 75® 1.00

Callas, Harrisll 8.00

Panales 76® 1.00

Smlla.t 10.00®16.00

Adlantum 1.00

BUFFALO, April 2.

Roses, Beauties 15.00@2o.00

Jacqs, Brunners 12 0:«aif) 00

Mermet, Bride, 5.00® 7.00

Meteor (>.aO@10.00

Goiitler, Perle Hoste 4.00® 6.00

Cusln. Wattevllle 4.00® 6.00

Callas. Harrisll 8.00®10.00

Carnations, long l.OO® 1.50

Daybreak and Wm. Scott 1.60® 2.U)

Valley 3 CO® 4.00

violets 76® l.OO

Tulips. Daffodils 3.00® 4.00

Romans 2.00® 3.00

I'ansles. Forget-me-not. Mignonette 1 00

Smllax 12.00@15.00

Adlantum 1.50

Asparagus 50.00

SEHD FOR A COPY

OF'* OUI«

TRADE DIRECTORY

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. CHICAGO

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

After Easter Weddings,

PURE WHITE LILAC

Seasonable, Choice, Appropriate.

ALSO ALL OTHER DESIRABLE
STOCK.

CAN SUPPLY IN ANY QUANTITY
DESIRED.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr., Sl^^

20 W. 24ih Street, NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDAN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. HEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on applicatiotk

JOHN YOUNG,

wnoiesaie Fiona

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

ItS^ Send for quotations on Choice Stock.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut* Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WHOLESALE FLORIST,

117 W 30th St.. new YORK.

(he Oldeit Established Commission House in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE CAREFUL PACKINS.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th Street,

NEW YORK CITY.

EgtabllBhed 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST ZBTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange, 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29tfi Street, NEW YORK.

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

Careful P^.lpplng- to all parts of the country
Price list on application.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. Z BEACON STREET,
Near Tt«moat St., BOSTON, MASS.

842

The American Florist.

April 5,

Foreign Notes.

A recent note in the Jou>~nal oj Horti-
culture states that the black calla (Arum
sanctum) is now in greatdemand for fun-
eral flowers. The wbitecallas are largely
used for funeral wreaths and crosses, and
a few of these dark bloDms introduced
among them created a demand. By the
way, isn't this black calla remarkable for
an extremely evil savor, something like
the familiar skunk's cabbage of our
swamps?

A fine introduction from Japan is the
black bamboo, Phyllostachys nigra. The
foliage is somewhat like Bambusa gracilis,
with strong black stems. It should cer-
tainly be as hardy as B. Metake, and
should be very useful in subtropical bed-
ding.

In the Kew Bulletin Mr. George Nichol-
son speaks of the very extensive culture
of roses under glass in America, giving
some notes on the style of cultureand va-
rieties grown. Mr. Nicholson's remarks
on horticulture in America will be found
very interesting reading.

Hartford, Conn.— A plan which pro-
vides for the purchase of land and erec-
tion ot greenhousesby the Hartford Coun-
ty Horticultural Society is being discussed
and meets with considerable favor from
the members. It is urged that the society
could hold exhibitions of a high order
under most favorable auspices if such
an arrangement could be perfected.

Ki.NGSTON, N. Y.— Mr. Geo. W. Van
Gaasbeek has completed two new green-
houses at 112 Henrv St.

GEO. W. WEST,

GROWER AND EXPORTER OF

BERMUDU BULBS,

Lilium Harrisii. Liliutn Longiflorum,

Freesia Refr. Alba. Calla Lily,
Amaryllis Johnsonii. French Cannas, ^l;"!,.
Amaryllis Regina. White Rom. Hyacinths
CTCAS PALM LEAVES
A Specialty.
SHELLY BAY, - - BERMUDA.

rzzz =3r

I

hPLANTS! bulbsiI

M r.v.rytblrik- ni-p* rtnlnlnt to thf Fnrm

M /ifj'l iiartivti '-f thi- iMHt nn<l choicest

H ^iiillty. I'KirKS JtHaiT.

H Cat.il'.trii*.- on u|ipllr;i J'.n.

M WEEBER 6l DON.

n 114- CHAMRcnQ St.. New York City.

T"^ DRHHR'S

GflRDtN 6E,E,DS,

Plants. Bulbi & Rffquiiites.

I lir-y Jif thr bett 'it Ihe

lowfist pric«t. Trade Lt»t 1»-

iifl qiKnirrly. innilcfl free

lo thr trrnlr only,

IIKMCV A. I>KKKK,

rhllM(lt<l|>lib&, I'M.

Water Hvacinlhs.

<
FONTEDERIA CRASSIPES.

free by mill, |3 00 and >5ojper 100.
CANNA FLACCUM $^ 00 prr 100.

A. II. OW/X.-ViC.

r« /vf«»€ 1 1 /v. fi>yv.

Al.WAVH mrnlion the Amkkica.n I'i.o-
RIST whrn writing to ndvcrtiiicrs.

ETstnlolislied 1830.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN,

Hir^XvEJOOIMC,

MOi:vi*A.T«r>,

Xiavgest C^xro-WGrrs of

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS.

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCING BULBS.
"Wholesale Itiiporters sliould -write us for Prices.

OUK Ni;\V TK.VDE I.1.ST NOW READY.

HOLLAND

FORGING^BULBS

Our Specialties for this
Season will be

UYAPINTU^ All Leading
nlAulllinOi Varieties.

Small, pure white Hyacinths, to suc-
ceed the Romans.

Scarlet van Thol Tulips, La Reine,
Chrysolora and other market vars.

Double Van Sion Daffodils in any
quantity.

Narcissus Bicolor Horsfieldii, Sir Wat-
kin, Poeticus ornatus, Albus plenus
odoratus.

Spirsea compacta multiflora and Spirsa
astilboides, two new sorts now much
in demand in Europe.

Lilies and other bulbs and bulbous
roots for forcing, etc.

Send list »»f wliut 3'ou need to

SEGERS & CO.

BULB GROWERS.

LISSE, near Haarlem, Holland, Europe.

Registered cable address SEGERSCO. Lisse. Holland.

KSTABMSIIKI) 1874.

One cuHtomcr wrIteH: "'rhc bull>H rtHJOlvcfl of you
liiht full WLTO very Biitis factory." Ami iinoilu'r wroU;
Iiint octobor: "Tlie bulbs you lorwurded uh huve
opened up vury Britlsftictory Indeed, beliiK tne, Iufko
bulbw. Htid In »;ciod eondltlcin."

SiiiiiiiiGr Mmn

(JULY AND AUGUST.)
.\I,M SKKUS (from rfillfurnlH nnd
AuHtruIln).
TKKI-: IKItN HTK.MS.
I'KKKSIAS. Wo will hiivo n million of Kkkksiah

ninnlnn from "-I'i to % of i\x\ Inrb.
('AI,I,AS, l)ry root* In (ill hIzch.

Mr. i.u.N(;ii-|,oKrM.

<-AI.II*OKMA S.MAI. I. ItlJMt.S.

HrtKllrniii. rnlochortUH. KrUlllnrliiN.

Advniiru I*rl«!<" Unl reJidy. Hcnd for It Wo wiint
your onli-nt now, Adtln-Hn

H. H. BER(;i:U & CO.,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN I SONS,

Houlvaart-OvLTveun noar Haarlom. Holland.
Growers o( Hvacinlln, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. CataloKue free on application.
Special prices kiv" 'or lar^e quantities.

EXTRA STRONG. WELL ROOTED

WARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

.N..W Kr-.i.ly Ji'iflOpcr 1(100, INK:. ).(r lixi

>IISS r. A. IIAKKK, .Mi'ilhi, Tii.

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

F. O. B. NEW YORK.

We offer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at |9.00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to being unsold.

uWllI rbAO) California grown.

We are headquarters for Calitornia
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED & PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)

427-9 Sansome SI.. Sin FranCiSCO, Cell.

0

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0

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HulS6l)o§Gli Broiiiers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs m Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices lor next July, Aug-
ust and September deliverv.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

Allir M.iv I. '94, nddniss will l)i' ENGLEWOOD, N J.

; liEKKMANN'S SEED STOKE;

I 41.-1 lOiipil :i'ltli Ntreet,

Npor l/iim lnhiiMl K.Try, NICW VOUK.

Till' lli'Ml (or flit l''l(i\v«'rH.
PINK WHITE PER OZ $1 SO.

i-T I iiKi:

AITI.HATION

I'l.i'.ASK inciition tlic AmI'Iiican I'i.okist
every tim<' voii write to an atlvcrtiscr.

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843

OwR Great Specialty.- The new

LMkdGE fLOWERING CANNA5 AB£ THE:
BEDDING PLANTS Of THL TUTURr.WE:
HAVE ALL TMCBt5T 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BEST ThL PICTURE 5H0W5A
V/LRY . SMALL PAR.T Of OUR GREATi
_ DISPLAY?^ or OVER 4,000 PLANT5 AT TH^

W0RLD5>AIR, 5rND TOR -. OUR CATALOGUE GIVING '

LIST or vyARIETIES ^-IslkWE^^ OEEER

(ANNAS

rULL

/

-<^-^7/r

SOMETHING NEW.

Clematis Gen. Grant, or Crimson Jackmanii.

STRICTLY AN AMERICAN SEEDLING, and pos
sessed of qualities not comraou to foreign grown
sorts, namely extretuf woodiness and vigor, flow-
ers in racemes of gieat size, substance, and depth
of color; c<'lor a maroon crimson chang^ing to a
deep purple in the old flowers, and lasting a lon^
time, in several cases over a week in good condi-
tion after being cut. This variety will be highly
prized when known, on account of its peculiar
lasting qualities, and being so well adapted to our
hot suns and dry atmosphere— practical florists
will understand this.

Price, good plants. $1.00 Each: $9.00 per Dozen.
Very strong plants, home-grown, $1.50 Each;
$15.00 per Dozen.

P. S — Plants can be had of the undersigned, or of
J. C. Vaughan, Chicago; or Phcenix Nursery Co.,
Bloomington, 111.

12 Choice leading kinds. Large flowering

Two years ... $a per doz. ; $22.50 per 100
Three years . . $■) " $:W.0O

DAISIES. — Snowflake aud Snowcrest, distinct
kinds, indispensable for spring sales, S2 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS.

from fall, 75 cents per 100; $6.00 per 1000.

F. A. ISALI.KK, iSloomiiiston, 111.

Mention American Florist.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address (jEgRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

JSi^SSE^IVHE^IAJ:,

HcoivrvA.i«r>,

GROWERS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

ASIC FOK- CA-TA-I^OG-UE.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

100.000 VERBENAS.

Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings. $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the larffest growers of Verbenas in the country. Our sales reaching: last year
216,600. Onr plants tliis year fully equal, if not surpass, any we Itave ever g^rown.

J. Iv.

Mention American Florist.

I*a.

JMtji«st Tbo Sold. • • •

5.000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS

U. E>

Pxricse 'to stxl-t -tlie -tixxnes.

SPHAGNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
. H^VtCTF'Ol^i:), 18 Chapman Place, :BO^'rOIV.

New, Rare and Beautiful Plants.

A large collecllon uf cliolce llotbouseand CJreenbouse
Fianis, carefully grown, at low rates.

RARE AND BEAPTIFUL EVERGREENS,
ORNAMENTAL TREES, SHRUBS, &c.

ORCHIDS.— A very extenelve Ptock: Enet Indian,

Northern. Central and South American, etc.
P/EONIES.— A collection of the finest la cultivation.

Hardy Perennials. Phloxes. Japanese Iris, Rosea.
Clematis, etc. New and Standard Fruits, etc.

(^"Catalogues on application.

JOHN SAUL, Washington, D. C.

Fausies, 50,000.

The Jennings strain of large tlowering and fancy
pansles now readv Fine large blooming plants, all
colors. ay.UO per 100: $15.00 per 1000. Medium size
plants, for May blooming. $5.00 per 1000 by Express;
tiOc. per 100 by mall.

Pansy Seed, pure white $1 per pkt. of 2500 seeds.

Large yellow, dark eye, Jt " " "

Snowflake Daisies, fine plants. 52 per 100.

Extra fine strain of German DaUles. large and
double, white, pink and red. mixed or separate, $2.00
per 1(*U. Cash with order.

ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

WHOLESALE PANSV QBOWEK.
Lock Box 254. SOUTHPORT, CONN

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April s,

Control of Ants.

Ants often become numerous enough in
a greenhouse to be unwelcomed guests if
not exceedingly troublesome. In our
dwellings it is not so much what they eat
that makes them such a nuisance as it is
their presence wherever we go and in
nearly everything we have to eat.

In the greenhouse they often push their
galleries under the roots of plants, build
their nests in the soil and become gener-
ally troublesome, but, if watched in their
work for a short time, it will be found
there is something that has attracted
them to the place. Very often this is a
colony of plant lice, or green fly, on some
plant not far distant, and following an
ant it will be seen running up to the lice
and stroking them with its antenna; that
they may give forth more freely a sweet
secretion highly prized by the ants. Often
there is a colony of similar lice working
on the roots of some plant and because
we see the ants running under ground
around the roots and not the lice, we at-
tribute the injury to the ants, which are
there merely after this secretion.

If we can only find the nest of the trou-
blesome ants, we can soon dispose of the
colony. Usually the nest is in the soil,
either in the greenhouse or just outside,
and by making a small openingand pour-
ing in a small quantity of kerosene, we
can break up the colony. Better yet, a
small amountof bisulphide of carbon may
be poured in, the whole covered with a
wet blanket for a few minutes and then
the gas ignited after the blanket is re-
moved. It is explosive and will drive the
poisonous gas all through the lower
chambers of the nest and kill the occu-
pants. Some have tried putting paris
green into the nest for ants to carry away
and found it very satisfactory.

When the nests are somewhere in the
frame work of the building, as the nests
of the little red ant often are, it is much
more difficult to reach the occupants.
Catching them, as one might think of,
with poisoned baits and traps is of little
avail, as they breed about as fast as one
could catch them b3' such means. If the
wood containing theirnestcan be reached
by removing a little of the floor or a
board, kerosene poured over the place
will then help. Pyrethrum will also aid
much if persistently used, as ants are very
suscep'ible to this powder.

I hops this may aid "A Constant
Rkauek" in exterminating his trouble-
some jK-sts. (; C. Davis.

Agr'l College, Mich.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

\ mm; stock of

QUEEN AND

NIVEUS.

Two Besi wiiites.

SV ■>" p'T 1M» lor fiiif. hlronji plaiit'i,

J. A. PETERSON,

•» I W. .1 tth Slrrt'l. C I N( I V > \ ri. <).

M<!ritlMri Anuiniuin KJ'irlni

WATER LILIES.

-^^ SEED, TUBERS AND ROOTS.

Now is the limt to '.w iid ol Water
Ltliesand Nelumhiums.and plant llardv vari-
eties. Seed 50c. trade pkt. Ucjrnianl tubers
and r')llt^ by mail

mm. TRICKER, Clillon, N. J.

Asparagus Roots.

K«tr« IltiL'. 'J nnil :* yfiir* mIiI.
Ilftrr'n ^iHriiinotli, ( Viiiovrr'H <,'<iloi«iliiI uimI
fnlina-tli

THE WM. H. MOON CO.. Morriiville, Pa.

M iVlVIT^^iV Florence Vauffhan,

^M -*- :m.-A^"^--A^"^--*- .^ Per 100 $25.00,

I J\,T .T ^J\, True Little G-em,

^K -^^^ ■■^-■-<-^-^- Per 100 $10.00.

% T^OT^H[ir-/r>E> Soupert Rose,

^^^ -■-^^-'^ -■- -■.-■..M.-«-<-»_^-«— < Per 100, 2>4 inch, $4 00.

H. P. ROSES. ETC.

U. p. Roses. 2 year old (budded), at JIU.LO per lOu;

8100. OU per KKIO.
Madam G-Luizet. Mabel Morrison, Prince C de Rohan.

Ulrlch Brunner. Mrs. John Lalng. Magna Charta.

Glanl des Butuilles. Duke of Edinburgh. Gen'l

Jacq (on own root8M2-lS Inches, flne stock, at 3S.U0

per 100.
Prairie Queen and Baltimore Belle, at fS.OO per 100.
Tree Roses, flne topy. H. P. sorts, at JN 00 dozen.
Raspberries— Shaffers Colossal, at H 25 per hundred.
GreKtJ. at Jl.OO per hundred.

Gooseberries— Industry, 2 year old. at $10.00 per hun-
dred; 1 year old, at $5.50.
Clematis— .Tackmannl and Type. 3 year old. W 80 per

dozen. jaS.OU per hundred; Jackmannl. 2 year old.

Donnant (pot grown), at f3.7o per dozen, ¥27.00 per

hundred.
Hydrangeas Panlculata Grd.. 24-30 Inches, at 3=9.00 per

hundred
Hydrangeas Panlculata Grd., 18-24 Inches, at JO.OO per

hundred.
Cycas Kevoluta stems, from 3 to 100 pounds each, at

1?K' per pound.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

Bargains in Hardy Herliaceous Plants.

CLEMATIS DAVIDIANA $ 6.00

BLUE DAY LILY (Funkia ovaia) 5.00

GAILLARDIA GR.\NDIFLOR.\ 7.00

HEMEROCALLIS DUMORTIERI 6.00

LOBELIA CARDIN.'^LIS 6.00

PARDANTHUS SINENSIS (Blackberry Lil> ) 5.00

PERENNIAL PHLOX, tine named sor's 6.00

SEDUM MAXIMOWICKSII 6.00

MAXIMr.M 6 00

RAGGED ROBIN (Lvch .is visoaria, fl. pi.) 8.00

HERBACEOUS P^EONIES, named or in colors... 15.00

All fine strong plants. 500 other varieties at low rates
l^'F. O. B. for cash with order.

per 100 $ 50.00 per 1000

40.00 "

60 00 '■

50.00 "

50.00 "

35.00 "

50.00 "

50.00 "

50.00 "

75 00 "

125.00 "
strictly bang-i

for strictly bang-up stock.

J. T. LOVETT CO.. Little Silver, N. J.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings, Now Ready.

I'er 100 I'er 1000

DAYBREAK »2 50 $20 00

BUTTERCUP 4 00 3.5 00

PURITAN 2 00 1!) 00

SILVER SPRAY .... I 50 10 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN I 50 10 00

GRACE WILDER 1 50 10 00

PORTIA 1 50 12 00

C'HHli with orile.*. lOr. |>«r lOO .'xtra
wlu'ii <ir(lcred Khlppeil by mull.

Send for wholesale price list of Rooted Cuttings
ami Plants.

JAMES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

ROOTEI) CUTTINGS.

Ghrysanttiemums I Carnations.

Wntc lor li.sl and prices. I'ncts
to suit the times.

I'ANSIKS, from i-olil fniriii-. Ilri.1 hlzcRli-OO |kt 1000;
Bocond Hi/ -. *i.'i 00 |iiT IlliJU.

AddreM J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

rnniirp/i.Hi-<1 .MiiiiiiiiotliH. '." i Inch 1H>|M... tt.OO fZttm

roiitlMl I'lllllnKK. I '>.'! IIMPO

(tunitrnl c^dlcetlnn, namtMl. •■ I, no hik

•."i-inoh iii)iii...,a..'i(i aj 00

Mi'iiil for |,rlri' Mht, of CiirniilloiiN, ('lirv„iirilliciiiiir»ili
null olh'Ttlorl.l rlo< k.

WOOD BROTHERS.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when witine; to advertisers.

Our stock is large and handsome, consisting of

70 to 75 varieties, includiug the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at $(i.50 per 1000 by express; in 20
varieties, at 81.00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at $2.00
per 100 hy mail.

Golden Verschaffeltii and Mrs. I. D. Haight (yellow),
at SHOO a KXK), /^V 7vi// iiuludr at least 60 cut-
tings of ihe una kinds in every 1000 purchased.

CARNATIONS.

A large- slock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cuttings. 8-"»()0 per 100; »I0 00 per 1000.

I'riccs of other kinds on application.
Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in

nil cases.

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONDALE, FA.

.MiTitloii Aiiutrlniii Klorlnl.

Rooted Cuttings Carnations,

of (ilandnrd tested sorts. All heallliv.
Send list of your wants.

Address BENJ. CONNELL.

('Hnilltlon <irii\v<-r, WKST C HO Vl:, I'A.

AlHO II nli^o lot of stiiiill Aiiipt'lophlN \i*llrhll rorjiot-
lliiK ii|i. at. S;0,(JO per IO(«l.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

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The American Florist.

845

CARNATIONS.

McGowau, Spray, Portia. Darling. Doruer,
Freeman and Aurora at $1.25 per 100 or SIO.OO
per 1000.

Daybreak and Edna Craig at $2.00 per 100 or
$17.50 per 1000.

Annie PL^fley and Helen Keller at $10 per 100.
Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

COLEUS.

Fiue assortment, clean cutting's, at .75 per
100 or S'J 00 per 1000.

Alternanthera, transplanted plants, at S8.00
per 1000.

Scabiosa {-^now Crest), the finest white in
the world, .90 per 100 or $7.50 per 1000.

Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L.B 496, Lancaster, Pa.

PANSIEST

Seedling- plants at S-^ 00 per 1000. Blooming
plants at Sili.OO and $15.00 per 1000. The same
gfood strain I always have.

Verbena, seedling plants of mammoth
strains, extra fine. Cuttings are not in it
with these plants; .90 per 100 or S7.50 per 1000.

Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

4 NEW GflRIHftTIONS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per ICO; $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 189K varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. 8cott. (the most profltr
able pink carnation grown); Mme. Diaz Albertlnl,
Eliz. Reynolds, Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forpet to order some Major Bonnaflon, the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send fur price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.
MONEY=QETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First=^
Class In every way.

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Craig'
Albertini
Daybreak
Cartledg:e
McGowan
Portia

Note, before you order elsewhere, that
we offer the above- and twt'iity othur good
varieties of Carnutluns. wull I'stjibllshed
In soil, ready for jthuitiiit,' mit nr putting
up— delivery In April at the price of cut-
tings from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list. . , . . .

ALEX. McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Seduced.
Largfest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

Lady Hume Campbell.

EVERYBODY WANTS A HEALTHY VIOLET.

This stock has never been diseased. Ready for
delivery May 1, at $3.00 per hundred;

S25.00 per thousand.
THE ORIGINAL STOCK.

H. HUEBNER, Groton, Mass.

Farfugium Grande.

Fine plants, $7.00 per hundred; by mail,
postpaid, $1,00 per dozen. You will make a
mistake if you fail to secure a stock of this,
always scarce plant, at the above low price.

No. %%% Grove Street, AURORA, ILL.

ADDITIONAL

EVIDENCE OF THE VALUE H
OF THE NEW CARNATION

HELEN KELLER"

May be gleaned from the following letter, dated March 26; received from that
practical tlorist Mr. Wm. Scott, Buffalo, N. Y., who writes as follows:

"The box of flowers of "HELEN KELLER" arrived in most excellent order on Friday A. M.
1 assure you 1 am much obliged to you. They are WONDERFUL in size and stem, and in lieeplng
qualities, also. They were a revelation to me. I want 250 of them."

PRICE FOR WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS:

$3.00 per dozen; $12.00 per 10O; $25.00 per 250; $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS MAY BE SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE, or

CHESTNUT HILL, PHILA.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT. N. J.

Of these popular and valuable Grasses we ofifer strong roots:

Eulalia gracillima univittata, $6 per loo; $50 per 1000.

" Japonica variegata, 6 per 100; 50 per 1000.

" '' zebrina (Zebra Grass) 8 per 100.

F. O. B. for cash with order.

J. T. LOVETT. Little Silver, N. J.

The best Yellow CARNATION. Ready April 15th.
Price, $2.00 per dozen; $10.00 per hundred.

Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, L. I., N.Y.

Mention American PMorist.

SWEETBRIER

Received Ist Premtum for "best seedling of any color"

at Phila., Nov. 7, '93. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought $5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. K.

tteeman's, Washington, last winter.

"I like Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale,
'"Sweetbrler Is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttings. $1C. 00 per 100; $80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1. '94.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS. $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KENNETT SQUARE. PA.

™^ JACQUEMINOT

is endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
]M<) K E sA.M PLE.S— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. I>er dozen, $3,00: per 100, $10.00; per lOOO,
$,HU.OO. 250 at 100(1 rate,

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLIS, Norfolk Co., MA.SS.

WE

are now tilling promptly all orders

FOR

Ada Buron and Nicholson

• • . CARNATIONS.

They are the cream of the year.
Send for circular to

JOSEPH BRECK & SONS,

(CnRFtlUATIO.N),
I III ItO.STON. MASS.

CARNATIONS.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

For Iminediate deHvery: L. McGOWAN,
PORTIA, PURITAN, and WM. SCOTT.

Into E.UST.

Address E. P. MARSHALL.

LONDON GROVE, PA.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

CARNATIONS^*-

Rooted Cnttings Beady Xow.

Silver Spray ^Vm. Scott E. Pierson

Lizzie McGowan Daybreak Portia

Blanche Edna Craig: AVabasli

Golden Gate Annie Pixley F. ManSTold

.1. J. Harrison M Albertini Tinal AVave
T. Cartledge Nancy Hanks Dr. Smart

These and other standard sorts $12 per 1000 and upwards
Varieties of 1894 Ready April 1st.
The Stuart (scarlet) was awarded the gold medal
at Indianapolis. Uncle John (white) received cer-
tificate of merit at same place. Helen Keller.
Goldfinch (yellow) and E. A. Wood.

SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST.

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN. MICH.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

I,arge stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
for price list.
JOS. RENARD. UMONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna Craif. Daybreak. Thos. cartledge,
Buttercup, Mciiowan. and many of the standard Itinds,
Orders tlJied for the New varieties,

Stuart, I'ncle .lolui, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, Annie I'Lxley, ISuuton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co., PA.

The ADELAIDE KRESKEN Carnation

Rooted CuttluES, price $2.00 per dozen ;$i0 00 per 100;
$45.00 per 5(«); $SO.OO per KXK), Cash must accompany
all orders.

Took 8 Prizes and Certificates.

Address PETER HERB. Mt. Healthy. Chio.

Carnation Cuttings.

Free from rust and disease. Send for
price list

J. T. laeWltt, Bristol, I»o..

846

The American Florist.

April 5,

■Worcester, Mass.

Though the weather was rather dull
and disagreeable Friday and Saturday
our Easter trade greatly exceeded our ex-
pectations. All the florists that your cor-
respondent visited said that they sold out
everything thev had and could have han-
dled more stuff if it had been obtainable.
The only firm that had to sell lilies at a
sacrifice was a large drygoods concern
who advertised lilies at 19 cents a bloom
and were compelled to sell for 10 cents
and less to get rid of their stock.

The quantity of lilies in the market was
considerably greater than last year and
we could have disposed of a great many
more. Prices ran a little lower than in
1893, as trade hung off till the last min-
ute.

We disposed of quantities of bulbous
stuff, both cut and in pans, Von Sions and
Dutch romans selling very readily at
$1.50 a pan, though tulips went slower
at $1.00. Tulips are played out here.
Small plants of azaleas, genistas and
ericas also sold well for fair prices. Car-
nations came in by the bushel, mostly
first-class stuff, and brought slightly
higher prices. Marie Louise and single
Russian violets we had in larger quanti-
ties than ever but they sold out early for
regular prices. The supply of roses was
not nearly enough for the demand and
what we did have brought good prices.

All ot the leading churches had large
decorations of palms and lilies, equal to
those of last year, which was rather sur-
prising because of the fact that they have
spent a great deal of money on charitable
work this winter and would naturally
reduce their Easter orders.

Trade has been booming since Easter
foreclosed the mortgage on Lent and
"sassiet}'" is on earth again. Stock is a
little scarce just now as we have not re-
covered from Easter shopping.

The Horticultural Society held their an-
nual reunion last week and it was a very
successful and enjoyable affair. At eight
p. m. the members and guests sat down
to the loaded banquet tables and after
disposing of the tempting viands and
listening to the remarks of prominent
horticulturists of New England, adjourned
to the large hall and indulged in dancing
till an early hour. Seedling.

CARNATIONS, per lOO ler lOOO
Kfxjtcd CuttinKS sLinil.Tril vars. $1.00 $9.00
.Vewcr kin.is ami novelties SS/JO to $12.00

CHRYSANTHS.

standard varictic* $1.00

Newer kinds and novelties, (2.00 to (.5 00
AGERATUM and ALTERNANTHERA . GOc. »l.00

COLEUS and VERBENAS 75c. J8.00

For other hl'Kk s'e list

JOHN J. CONNELLY.

BRYN MAWR. RA.

Mentl'iri Afiiiirlcnfi hlorlnl

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

srK< lAI/ril'.S: lnclii(lln(f Tlu) Oiummi. Mvoum.
Mrv y {.. Amtii. ^JoUluri Welding. JutlKU lloltl. and
Ofx>«l <;riicl''iiii Twt'tvi! piniitji forll.d).

N*iVKI.TII'> . Iiicltirilntf The World. WhlU)
EbkI*-', MMrinn-ti of Ofitrlch T'lurrH.-M. Htlvur Wnven.
And I'lmclifi. Vftiiru-tiu plAntii for 11 HI.

ny.W'.MW. I,l*»l': IncludlriK runny nuw varle-
t]<« slKU't'ti lilnnu for II. U)

Now n-ady fur df liyirry. ^ifrid for f^UiIoKiiu.

M. B. LITTLE. QUENS FALLS. N, Y.

GRAPE VINES For Florists.

wilt, eJiiK'fi 4 to i; f(.«'t \'iuu
fi.OOO (;CIN'<;<>I(I)H, ;i renra olil. K> 'U IMT lUU.
THE WM. H. MOON CO.. Morrltville, Pa.

f'WK V 1 1 ■ \l W '"f ""I'' 21'" I' I"'". »' *- ")
VTrjI»A.L> il .U.~ i-.f MI) tortlii. neil in .iBjrn
<;nlcr e*rl). 1 Amar^lll. .lotmiHjntl trt;*] nith eitcli
n.UD order.

I. TK. MABBH, FUttabnrr. Ohio.

PITCHER & MANDA. . .

As Orchids are rapidly coming into popular favor, every
florist will find it to his advantage to grow some of the best
varieties for cut flowers, which always find a ready sale.
Those mentioned below are in greatest demand.

As we have collected our own stock in the tropics, you will
receive them from first hands, and at bed-rock prices which
speak for themselves. This otfer is made in order to make
room, and is limited to May 1st subject to stock being un-
sold upon receipt of order.

Per too

CATTLEYA TRIANAE, 5 to 7 bulbs, 1 lead $ 75 00

MOSSIAE, 5 to 7 bulbs, Head . 75 00

PERCIVALIANA, 5 to 7 bulbs. Head 100 00

SKINNERM. 9 to 12 bulbs, 2 to 3 leads 100 00

CYPRIPEOIUM INSIGNE, 3to4growths 50 00

LAWRENCEANUM. 2 to 3 growths 75 00

HARRISIANUM. 2to3growths 150 00

COELOGYNE CRISTATA, 12 to 15 bulbs, 3 to 4 leads 75 00

LAELIA ALBIDA, 15 to 18 bulbs, 3 leads 75 00

ANCEPS, 15tol8bulbs, 21eads 75 00

LYCASTE SKINNERM, 5 to 7 bulbs, 1 lead 100 00

ODONTOGLOSSUM CRISPUM. 4 toSbulbs, Head ... 100 00

ROSSII NIAJUS, 20 to 25 bulbs, 6 leads 75 00

GRANDE, 9 to 12 bulbs, 2 leads 100 00

25 plants at hundred rate. Special prices for other varieties on application.

UNITED STATES NURSERIES,

J-

KNIPHOFIA or TRITOMA CORALLINA.

A grand improvement upon the old K. grandiflora or Uvaria.

More pleasing by far in color, more refined in structure
and four times as floriferous.

Fine plants from 3-inch pots, % 6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000
Heavy plants, 2 years old, 10.00 "

Also K. grandiflora^ strong plants, $8.00 per 100.
F. O. B. for cash with order.

J. T. LOVETT CO., Little Silver, N. J.
HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS.

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CULTIVAXJON OF THE ROSE,

And Other I'lowering Plants for Cut Flowers, sent to any address
npon receipt of $2,00. M. JS. hunt, Xerre Haute, Ind.

PONT

;/^('.\'lA l.tliiCK 'IN A l-l'f,l('A'llUN.

Order your ITURSERY STOCK, PALMS or BUI.BS

until you have sent lor the Wholesale CataloRue of

KNEPPER &. VAN'T HOP.

NIKSKIt^ MKN,

GRAPE VINES.

(r<iKi':i(;N.>

All thu tciKlliiif vurli!tlL*(t Tor culllvutldn under kIhhn.
In followItiK hI/,o«: I yeitr. 'I ytfiint. iind oxlrii ulronK,
AIbo l'i'H<*li(.'fi Hiifl Sri'tiirlnrd ti|HK:lHlly prt'imrod
for forctnif In potft nn<l tiilw. Ordurn txiokud fur
niMrclnlly [>rirpii'cil fruiting plnritnor Vliicn. NtMiUirlnofl,
ri'ttchew, HiriiwlMT Ir-n Kiilluf ut delivery.

JOHN Q. GARDNER,

«7«>t»Mlc>v^ », PIT. J.

Latania Borbonica.

I roni 6 inch pots, 2t inches hinli, with
5 to 7 characteristic leaves.

$1.00 each: $9.00 pnr do^nn: $76.00 por hundreil.
Price ol tmalliT %\n^\ on application.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

157 W. Mnnraas St , ADRIAN, MICH

Muiilluii Aiuurtcuii FturlBt.

Tuberous Begonias.

(iUIKKIN'S S'l'llAIN.

Mrdiil Awiirdrd tit VVorUrN Talr.

W'f (iro heiuliiunrlLTH for llicHhiivo. the llnoBt HlrAln In
tlii> world. Ht-tid tor llhiHlrutril ilrmTlpllve t:iitul<>Ktie
Willi copvrlKlit I'liyrnvlnjiM. It ti*llM.voiiall iiliiuit them.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. GriHIn. Mgr.

W.slbury Station, L. I.. N. Y.

CARNATIONS,

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
HYDRANGEAS,

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

S<-iid for 'rrildc I.Ih).

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood Ave. and 58lh St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Wlit'ii wrltliiK luunllun thu Amkiiica.m Jloiiibt.

i894.

The American Florist.

847

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

50.000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLDEN CROWN, the most hardy, strongest grow-
ing, highest colored vellow to dale, 2-lnch, well
CTOwu. j4 per lUD; $;i5 per lOUO; 250 at lOUU rates
throushout.
lO.OUUln 12 other standard leading sorts, plants $1.50;

rooted 70 cts. per 100.
lO.iflO Snow Crest Daisies. %?, per 100; 525 per lOCO.
HO.OOO Mam. Verbenas, progressive type, none better.
5.00U of tliein CUmaxers the Peerless crimson bedder.
10.000 seedlings from our XX and XXX progressive
seed will give the most splendid new kinds, all per-
fectly clean and healthy. 3-lnch. strone. fine. In bud.
$2.50; flats $1.50 per 100, seedlings same rate; special
rates per 1000.
5,00U Vgt. Vlncas. extra fine, 3-inch 3S; flats $1.50;

rooted $1 per 101).
5,000 Giant Scablosa Snowball, per 100 $1.60; seed, 2£c.

for large trade packet.
10,000 Gibson's sweet scented hybrid pansles. flats $1 ;
frame ?2 per 100; seed % oz. 5tJc . Yx oz. $1. i^ oz. Jl.tW.
5,0110 Gem Feverfew. 5.000 Gulden Marguerites, 5,000
Dwf. Lobelias. 5.000 Golden Feather and C. Gymno-
carpa. the last two seedlings small pkts. $1.50, rooted
cuttings 75c. per 100.
Double Petunias. Dreer's new '9o set and the Queen
the best all round double white, rooted, named,
labeled. $2 per 100.
Mexican Primrose, three novelties, named, rooted $1

per 100.
30,0u0 Eulalia Zebrlna and Japonlca, potting size $2.50

per 100.
5,000 Torenla Fournleri, seed pan 50 cts.. from flats
$1 per 100.

Lots of other good things. Write for what you
want. Premium offer for every $5 order: We will put
in free 0 Giant Neruna Verbena and I Goltlen Strand
Coleus; doubled on every $10 order, and I Dak. Prim-
rose. 1 pkt. Double Petunia and 1 pkt. Scablosa snow-
bail when desired. Price list free. Address, cash
with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, N. J.

CANNA MME. CROZY. started plants, SI per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, $2.60

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, from

2 inch pots. Splendid list of varieties, my selec-
tion, S150 per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, my selection,

S3.00 per 100.
CARNATION , entirely free from disease. One

hundred in assorted colors, my selection for 82.50.
PANSIES. from finest seed to be had, $2.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment, 2-inch, my selection,

$3.00 per 100.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM, $2.00 per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS iCentaurea Gymuocarpa), $2.00

per 100 for strong 2-inch.
ENGLISH IVY, 2-inch. $:5 00 per 100.

Any of the above plants 25 at the 100 rate.
N. S. GRIFFITH, Independence, Uo.

Independence is well located for shipping, being 8
miles East of Kansas City. Mo.

READY FOR BUSINESS

Make known your wants and we
will be pleased to quote prices.

CATI^UOQUES NOW READY. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.

500,000 strawberry Plants.

OF 20 GOOD VAKIETIKS.

No. I'pIantB very low. 5,000 CONCORD, 2 years, at
$10.00 per 1000. 6,000 No. 2 DOOBLE PEARL TUBE-
ROSB, good flowering bulbs, at J3.00 per 1000; 2,000 for
S5.00. With or without sets. Send for price list to

CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.

GERANIUMS.

Have 1000 extra fancy double pink Ivy
leaved Geraniums, in 4-incli pots, in bud,
which we offer at |i.5o per dozen. Orders
filled in rotation.

GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III.

Hardy Water Lilies.

Per Doz.

NVMPH.KA Odo rata, large rhizomes Jl.OO

GlKantea. " 1.00

Minor. '• 1.00

Rosea, " 2.00

Rosacea. " ] .00

Tuberosa, " 1.00

GEORGE FARRANT, Salem, N. C.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertisers.

DmeasiODs ol tHis Box :

2ti inches long by 18 Inches wide

and 12 inches high.

Two sections.

ThU 'woodeu box nicely stained and varnished, 18x30x12,
made in two sections, one for each size letter, given away with tirst order of 5u0 letters.

A. Rolker & Sods, New^ York.

Marschuetz & Co., 25 N. 4th St., Phila., Pa.

F, E. McAllister, 22 Dey St., New York.

A. li, Ffrry & Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,
New York.

A. Herrman. 415 E. 34th St., New Y'ork.

Ernst Kautmann & Co., 113 X. 4th St., PhUa,

H. Bayorsdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, Pa,

A. C K*'ndal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., A§^eut for
Canada.

E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, lU.

Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Mason St ,
Milwaukee, Wis.

H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cin-
cinnati, <>.

T. W. Wood & Sons, 6th and MarshaU Sts.,
Kichm'iiul, Va.

Jas. Vick's Sons, Kochester, N. Y.

C. A. Kuehn. 1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.

D. B. Long, Bufi'alo, New York.
C. F. Htinting-ton & Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
Z. I>e Forest Ely & Co,, 1024 Market St.,

Philadelphia, Pa.
Portland Seed Co., 17 I 2d St., Portland, Ore.
A. Herman, 415 E. 34th St., New Y'ork.
Geo, A. Sutherland, 67 Bromfieldst., Boston.
Welch Bros., No. lA IJeacon St., Boston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music Hall Place,

Boston,
all the Wholesalers in Boston.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

Manniactnie THE BEST letters IS the market.

Sizes i;^-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
fastener will) eacli letter.

OUR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, Si.OO per 100.

N. F. McCarthy, I Address 13 Green St..
Treas. & Mangr. | Boston, Mass.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We bave a new FASTENER wmch we consider
a decided sncceas. Any cnstomers having old style
faBteners which they wish to exchange, can do bo
without additional cost by writing us.

These Letters are handled by

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

\TSIM

Fruit and Ornamental. CnrinO' Plantinor Handsomenew
Grapes yhrubs, Roses, for OpiMlg rilliillllgi 160 page

Airarded i^everal Medals at the World's Fair. Catalogue /Vec.

Ellwanger & Barry. -'Roc'hr.e''r""fY!^"

Imperial German mixed, best strain in the market;
large stock plants, most all in bloom.

2 Inches in diameter J2.l'(i per 100; $15.00 per 1000

4 to I', inches In diameter 4.1H)

VERBKNAS— Hybrid mixed, verv strong plants.

In S-inch pots J2.50 per 100; f20 (1) per UlOd

Rooted Cuttings 75 " (i.UO

Sample on application. Cash with order.

721 Marietta Ave., LANCASTER, FA.

HONEYSUCKLES.

Sweet-scented, ever-blooming, white and pink, large,
field grown plants J8.1I0 per 100; JlW.OO per 1(100.

ANEMONE .Taponica Alba, tine for cut flowers,
plants from 2-lnch pots, Jli.OO per 100; lai-OO per lUOO.

CHKVSANTIIBMUMS, Golden Wedding and Good
Gracious, rooted cuttings. $4.00 per 100. l*lants from
pots, Stl.OOperlUU.

Would EXCHANGE for small palms.

EVENDEN BROS., Williamsport, Pa.

VIOLETS.

MARIE LOUISE, Rooted Runners, 3S.00 per

thousand; $1.00 per hundred.

Clean, healthy stock; have never had any violet

disease on our place. Cash with order.

X?V. J. Woo<a,

47 Lovell .Street, AVOKC ESTER, BIASS.

SOLID STEEL
S INCH7 BLADE.

They Don't Break. Sold by all Dealers.
W. B. CLEVES, Pat, &Mtr., Binghamton, N. V.

10,000 GERANIUMS of the standard bedding
sorts, from 3 and 4-inch pots.

10,000 CARNATIONS, from 2'A-\nch pots.
Also 5,000 Rooted Cuttings ready now.

30,000 ALTEKNANTHERA, ready April 1st,
of all the standard sorts.

700 strings of SMILAX, of which the aver-
age length is 7 feet.

Write for prices, as I will sell at a sacrifice to moke
room for other stuff.

MRS. GEO. R. FRAVELL, Marion, Ind.

Prop Mariox and Maple Heights

Greenhouses.
Mention American Florist.

THAT YOU CAN GET

20 CANE STAKES FOR I CENT

A foot in length by simply using- a sharp saw on
a bundle of oi»r best.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO.,
304 W. Madison St.. BALTIMORE, RED.

BOOTED CUTTINGS

GOOD OXKS.

Verbenas. 23 varieties ItOc. per 100; $8.00 per 1000

Heliotrope. 7 varieties per doz. 20 cts.

Fuchsias. 12 varieties " 20 cts.

Cigar Plant and Ixjpezla " 20 cts.

Giant Alyssum and Marguerite Daisy.. . " 20 cts.
Manettla Vine. Mex. Primrose A: Sultana " 25 eta.
Red. White & Blue Plant (Cuphea Llavaa) " 30 ct«.
Chrysanthemums, 20c. Coleus. 12c. Postage Ic. a doz.
Send for catalogue. I. L. PILLSBURY, fflacomb. III.
Mention American Florist.

848

The American Florist.

' ^P'-'l5.

Couldn't Deceive Her.

A prim, but elderly lady, stopped in
front of a florist's establishment yester-
day, to secure some Easter lilies. Unfor-
tunately for the customer, the last pot of
this flower bad just been sold. There
were left, however, a number of flaring
tulips of several attractive shades of crim-
son, yellow and purple. The florist, de-
termined to make a sale, was equal to the
emergency. He began a colloquy in this
fraternizing way.

"Madam, I am extremely sorry that
the old fashioned white varieties of lilies
have all been sold, but here," (exhibiting
the tulips) "are some of the latest and
handsomest specimens of lilies from Japan.
Of course you want to be in style this sea-
son, and I think half a dozen pots of the
different colors would form a striking dis-
play lor your window."

This did its work well, for the old lady
with an unusually wise look said:

"Well, do tell! Everything has changed
since I was a girl. I studied botany and
all those high branches then, and know
about it as much today as I ever did.
So it's a good thing you didn't try to de-
ceive me. for I could have instantly found
you out."

The tulips were paid for and ordered to
be sent home, and the old lady marched
off' with an air of triumphant wisdom. —
Daily Paper.

Crude Oil for Fuel.

I read a note in the Florist some time
ago on the advantages of crude oil for
fuel. I would like to ask some of the ex-
perts in that line whether crude oil can be
shipped to Mass., where coal is costing
$7 a ton, and be burned to save money.
.\l80 where the best improved burnerscan
be found. R. E. Moir.

220.'> Ml<lili;iiii .\v<

<'lll<'A(i<>, IM..

Boggs — "Do people buy fewer flowers
during these hard times?" Florist— "No;
but they pay fewer \i\\\s."— Harper'^ Ba-

RUBBERS.

Tree srown, three to eight branches, very

fine stock, $12.00 to $25.00 per dozen.
PAIiMS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

v:^*:::^

■ ftiHlriK tloli

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.

Are ready witli a full stock of seasonable goods for Spring

Weddings, Commencements and all occasions where

floral decorations are used.

Baskets in all approved forms, celluloid, gold and silver; Jardinieres and

Ferneries, Doves, Dried and Artificial Flowers, Wheat Sheaves, Metal

Wreaths and Memorial Designs, Letters, Ribbons and Tinfoil.

All salable goods. Send for catalogue. Special attention
given to filling sample orders.

H. BAYERSDORFER 8z: CO.,

yyHOLESALE ONLY. 56 No. Fourth street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Dracaena Indivisa.

SPLENDID FOR CENTER OF VASES.

Out of 4-inch pots. 22 to 30 inches high, in
fine condition, $10.00 per hundred.

Cash with nriler.

S. J. REUTER, Woslerly, R. I.

10,000 ROOTED CUTTINGS OF
ALTERNANTHERA

Fine rtoclc and true, nl 7.jc p<:r 100, |ii 00 ptr 1000.

Krlidy Aplll \h.

AUw cinmpii of VIOI.HT \My II. Cnmptwll niicl

M I.ouiHC, th»-np,

HOFFMEYER, Florist, Carnegie, Pa.

Mention Atiiorlcnn Klorl«t

1 1 for mn(li!rn

uhlch I. iili>
Kre«'fihoim4'

HOOK. BOTTOM PRICES.
Band for Kj'Mn.nu-. SiiiufKiiin Ciinrnntood

REED GLASS CO..

M Wirren Street, and 46. 48 ft 60 College Plice.
NKW YUKK CITV.

Mention Anivrloin Klof1»t

JARDINIERES. ALL SIZES.

J.M.YOUNG&CO.,^^VErvg^''
WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest nnd tincBt stocli In the United
Stnt«B. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J.

FOK SALK HY:-A. Uermann. F. K. McAllister
Keed !c Kolliir, N. Stellens. New Vork; W. O. Krick
Brooklyn. N. Y.; II. Bliyersdorfcr \ Co., I'lilln.; .1. M.
McCullough'sSons and li. I.. Sunilerhrueli. Clnclnnutl.
O.; J. M.OasBer. Cleveland, O.; I>. 11. I.<>nn. HulTulo. N.
Y.; J. C. VauKhun. Chlcnuo; WIsconBln Klower K.v-
cbanffe. Milwaukee: Wrn. Klllson. St. IaiuIk; Kd. S.
Scbnild. WnBhlnirton. I). C.; (i. VV. Currey Ji Co , Na»li-
yllle, 'lenn.: T. W. WiMid A SonB. Itlcliniond. Va.; U.
J. Vlritln, New Orleans, I.a.; C. A. Kuelin, St. I.ouIb; ,N.
K. MeCarttiy .V <"o.. llostoii. Masn.

Mention American Klorlht.

MflRSGttUETZ & GO.,

Florists' SuDDiies,

23 & 25 N. 4tti St.,
Send for CfltflIo(fiic..

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

World's
Fair.

MEDAL AWARDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,

Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

.No. Ii:i North nil sire. I,
Arnd for cntnlofoic. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

OlTI«

SASH LIFTEB Al HINGES

will do the work and i o-.t yni |i %h Ih.in any other.

Bend yrair njiiii'- .iiid ;iddlr^s ;,iid wc will

mail yon d* >., [ iplinn ;ind l,tu <■,

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.
241 i-rrrpurt Strrrt ItUNTUN, MANM.

Fenster Pappe,

the new German sub-
') stitute for glass on
frames. For detail see our Catalogues.
We furnish original Rolls of about 110
yards for $9.00 net cash. Trial Rolls,
enough to cover four sashes for $1.00
cash; these latter will travel by express
for little cost, weighing below 10 lbs.

Cycas

I 09VDC (Sago Palm), natural
LCaiCO, orenai

prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

Metal Designs, "^^^^^^jiri

rich assortment of tasteful designs:
Wreaths, Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc.,
in green or white foliage.

Supplies of all Kinds, r.:]/";:

Cape Flowers, Wheat Sheaves, Flower Bas-
kets, Pot Holders, Plant Stands, Fern
Dishes, etc., etc.; all quoted in our beauti-
fully and richly illustrated new Trade

List mailed tree. Address

August R'olker & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24lh St., linuiYnrl/
P.O. Station E. llCll IUI^l

3-MANZ

&^ COMPANY-

III tNf.UAVrNK /*) HALf.l

8

ALr-TT>Nr PBOCe!»V
^X PROCt »ft ■ ■
rLltTMOTVI'INO ■ ■■

J[^i«AVfei|S

■ • CHICJVCjO ■ ■

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Saadsman.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to adverti'^ers on this page.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

849

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired Rolnf? throuKh your housoB two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
lllatlDg sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown ofl
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have got just the thing you need, the NETTEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure" for
about half the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

TO
TAKE
PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

HOT

AIR
PUMPINQ
ENGINES

A Windmill

Is unreliable because it de
penda upon the element^
for i's power ; hydraulic
rams also depend upon fav
orableconditionsaud waste
as much water as they se-
cure. Steam pumps require
skill and hand i-umps de-
mand labor and t.me. The

DELAMATER-RIOtRCB
DE LAHATER-ERICS80N

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of well. They are
simple, safe and reliable,
require no steam and have
no valves. They require
very little heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.
Sendforillustratedcatalogueto

iHEDEUMi'Eai ON WORKS

87 South Fmh Av.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

' CYPRESS •

GreenlioQse Material,

LOUISVILLE. KY.

Mention American Florist.
EVANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.
QUAKER C;TY WSCHC.'C WORKS. Richmond, Ind

NEPONSET * FLOWER ' POTS

of Waterproof Paper, light, durable, unbreakable and cheap.

Tomato Growers have used them with success and
proved their appreciation by repeated orders.

Cabbage Growers have tried them and duplicated their
orders.

Market Growers of Verbenas, Alyssum, Coleus and
other plants, which do not shun moisture, have
used them extensively in repeated seasons.

Recommended for light and safe packing of tender and
valuable plants, for the marketing of Ferns, Dutch
Bulbs, Lily of the valley and the like.

Cost about 40 per cent less than earthen pots, and
weight considerably lighter, thus saving in first
cost and freight.

For Price List and further particulars address

AUGUST ROLKER & SONS, Station E, New Yorli.
R. & a. FARQUHAR, - - - - Boston, Mass.
Who furnish samples, by mall, postpaid, on receipt of
10 cts. 11 cts. 14 otP. 17 eta. 22 cts. 40 cts. 60 cts.

For 1 dozen 2>i-in. 2J«-iii. WH; iW-in. Vm. b^. B-inch pots.

F. W. BIRD & SONS, Sole Manufacturers, EAST WALPOLE, MASS.
VICTORY ! VICTORY ! VICTORY !

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send (or Catalogue and Es-
timates.

E>. HII»r»Aier>, ^Vot;t33.g:<s^O'wi:i, Olilo.

fTHEMALTESE CROSS BRAND

THEVErorBKTor GARDEN & LAWN

m. Qi Si ^

^

TRADEMARK

«^_y A|oiFvourdealej;doesTiotJiaveit,scTid direcuol^^^

"^" '' ij 35 Warren street, • - -■ • * '- -

" Vi\i^-J. NEW YORK.

■TlieGiittaPercliaiRiitilierMft.Co.

1 70 Lake Street,
CHICAGO.

D. H. ROBERTS,

159 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, - P^E^^W "K^ORIC,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FOR ROSE HOUSES, CONSERVATORIES. ETC., ETC.

ESTABLISHED

8 6 6.

MANUFACTURED

N. STE

335 EAST 2P^T sj.

FFENS

NEW YORK.

GREEN-HOUSE

HEATING.

MYERS & CO.

1518 & 1520$. 9th St..
PHILADELPHIA.

Send for catalotriie
and price Met.

THE BATAVIA LABEL & BOX CO.

MANUFACTURES

TREE AND PLANT LABELS, MAILING,

TRANSPLANTING and HONEY BOXES,

and deals In L.*BEL WIRE.

Wiile for price list. BUTAVIO, ILL.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y.
#<rScnd for Catalogue.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
^m^'ric^n Rorjst.

850

The American Florist.

April 5,

We all Know Her.

(Time — Easter Saturday at the busiest
moment.)

Lady to Proprietor — "I'm so sorry you
have no carnations."

Prop. — "Oh, yes, we have some."

Lady— (pointing severely at head clerk)
— "Why, that man told me they were all
sold. How much are they?"

Prop.— "Some 75 cents, some $1.00 a
dozen."

Lady — "Will you show me some,
please." (Proprietor shows some as-
sorted colors) "Haven't you any white
ones?"

Prop. — "Yes'm, plenty."

Lady— "Well, I won't mind, I don't
want to pay over 50 cents for them."

Lady goes out, and head clerk winksat
first assistant, while proprietor looks
very weary.

"Ah, There!"

This had been a favorite expression
with a little boy who died recently in a
certain town not a thousand miles from
Boston. Wishing to send something to
the funeral which would be touching and
appropriate his relatives ordered a floral
pillow with the inscription "Ah, There!"
and the same was duly made up and de-
livered.

Another affecting inscription on a de-
sign, said to have been sent to the funeral
of a young man of combative proclivities
was, ".\nd he never struck his mother."

Do YOU WANT a list of the leading park
superintendents of America? You will
find such a list in our trade directory
and reference book.

LOCK LAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

Cypress

WATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

H<^ii<l f'jr ( Ir'-iilitrn niid TcNiliii'iiilalll.

AddrcM i^ocicr^-ALPro, o.

M. Tit!. Ml Atnt-rl'iirj V ImtI-i

FLOWER POTS.

Slandard Hlowrr PoU. Muchtnc rolii, llatirt-

Mude PoU. FlorUlu* t ut I'lowtr I'oU. ftnuccnt.

lI.iiiKlntf RmikMii. In Vl fnnc>' pnttrrnn.

FIRST-CLASS GOODS. LOWEST PRICES.

H«n(l for iiti'-f lUt (;iv«> una tHul \S\- will niirclv
Mllafr T""

BOWMANVILLE POTTERY.

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

««

Standard" Flower Pots,

I'.'ivt liitilit lllf. ( lili i(K<

III.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. Z^S. 71? & 7^9 Whartoii St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St.* Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long: Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the fimiofSipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co.j which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and iu a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE. N

Y.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottery, new Macltlnsry, the very host Clay in tlie Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make tlie bast Standard Pot
In the market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Manager.

Ij^ciait iBrooltlfltsltl, iVf^M*.

Standard Flower rots.

25 PER CENT. OFF lur lumIi wilh uiik-r until fur-
ther notice. A liirtfchtfick on hniid of good, Htroiig
IKJlii. PRICE LIST, lor any number:

llflti'li |>ol« porllllll, KIOU ;<t^'ln<.'li inita. iwrKHXI. f7 'li\

..' .Ilii'li InilK. " :i 2/1 1 -liioh potn. " II IKI

."I 111. li l«il«. •• il H) fi -1110111)0111. " WHO

»;\\\)\% iMilii. ■• 4 l«) II -Inch iKil». •■ 22 OU

Ifii'h i...tji, ;, III 7 -liM'li iKitu, Ml UU

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

I.urid'nl In tlii'HUiU'. KOICT KDWAKIt. N. V.

/MiViiKl llolki'r A H«nil. I.'H. A l:u< W. 2llli SlrcM'l, Ni'w
Vork rity. ,\i;w Vork Aifunln.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every lime you write any of the
idverti.SvTS on Ihis r^?e.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from iHittoin of fftitU^r up*

CorTO«pon<IoncomjMrItiMi. KNttniutcH clioorfully
fiiriithliud.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE. PA.

PATENTQ

I Trade-Marks, Copyrights. Etc. ^^ |

I GHflNDLEE & MflCflULEY.vI/

Atlantic Huildinn,

WASHINGTON, D. C.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

851

ESTABLISHEI) 1854.

Devine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

^ 1^ 1^ i^ 1^ ^
f^ f^ {^ ^ ^ ^

ibfir-lp-itf

Qks

Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-iuch pipe.
Send for New List.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST.,
WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

• • • CHIOA-G^O.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

i3vi:i»n.o-\maz>

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Wit ttt nirr-^ ' T iffl^^ — —

BoUerw iniidtMit the \<ost ot material, shell, firebox
heets anil hfatls .jt bleel. wai.-r ^iiac© all around
front. hIiIus and buck). Wrlt« fur information.

IRON

Reservoir Vases,

Lawn Settees,'
and Chairs

Are Manufactured by

Mcdonald bros.

COLUMBUS, OHIO.

The larRest manufacturers of these gooda In the world.
We Issue a lar^e 40 page iUustrated catalogue, whicb
will be sent free on application. Mention Am. Florist.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomailG Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best luacliLue In the market. Don't buv a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated deecriptlve
circular, which will be sent you free. Klvlng prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sifter.

Address, IR, ^. ■WOI^I'',

Box 114. SPRINGFIELD, O.

You will benefit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi-
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lal(e Street, CHICAGO.

WKITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

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Saved

On

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Your t

♦

Coal
Bills, t

If your Houses are Heated by a Furman Boiler

These Boilers have a high reputation, for Staunchness,
Durabihty and Safety, and are Great Coal Savers.

WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GREENHOUSE HEATING.

Over 150 styles and sizes, for Steam and Hot Water:

also a full line of Horizontal Steel

Tubular Boilers.

Let us make you an estimate Fkee. Send for Catalogue.

THE HERENDEEN MANUFACTURING CO.

New EN(;LANn Office: .^4 Oliver Street. BostO". Mass.
New Yohk Office: THylor Bid g. oH Cortlandt St.. N. Y. City.
Westeun Office: 131 Lake Street. Chicago.
Ho.ME Ofb'ice and Wokks: 28 Vine St., Geneva. N. Y.

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H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

NflTURflL Gas Mm 6im.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

■^VTlte for latest i>rloes.-^'^'-^'-^-»

rRENuH GLnSS conservatories, rose houses, Etc. Etc.

Importers of PLATE and WINX>0\V GLASS. Manufacturers of BENT GLASS
and FRENCH MIRRORS.

131-133-135-137 FRANKLIN STREET, TflD-W -COICK:.

Note — Imported Glass Is used In the best prade of Greenhouse building

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

IIsrCOE.S'OK.A.TEID.

Honicuiiurai h?mim and Hoi Waier Enalneers

Send for Catalog^ue, enclosbig; 4 cents in stamps.

JXo, 2^* OcunLCil St., I«EJW ^5rOI«IC OIT"V.

ANTIPEST.

THE GREAT

For particulars, see next week.

R. W. CARMAN, Genl Agt..

291 Amity Street. FLUSHING. Qreeni Co.. N Y.

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

HAIL

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER. Sec'y. F. H. A.. Saddle River, N. J.

Always mention the Amercan FLO-
RIST when writing to advertisers.

852

The American Florist.

April 5^

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. Rates, etc MO

American Boiler Co...S62

AnthODT J T SB9 Sl8

Baker Phebe A S»2

Bailer FA S43

Batavla Label .!t Box

Co S40

Bayersdorfer H A Co . .!4^

Bay State Hdw Co WS

BereerH H 4 Co S)2

Bird F W A Son S.9

Black Charles .S47

Blanc A SiS

BonsallJos E S^O

Boston Letter Co .»)7
Bowmanvllle Pottery.. £.*iO

Brackenrldge A Co S4"

Breck Joseph A Sons. .3j6

Brown Peter ^T

Brown R S A Sons. ... 830

Brown A Canaeld SKI

Bunting Samael J .Ilii

Burrow J G S4J

Carman B W S51

Carmody J n S49

Chandlee A Macauley.SJO

Clevcs w B 81"

Connell Benj SH

ConnellT Ji.hn J .S16

CorbreyA McKellar...8«)
Cottage Gardens The. .838

Crane AH 812

DalUedonze Bros 515

Deamud J B A Co 841

De Cock Jules Stt

De I>amater Iron Wks.Siy
Deylne 8 Boiler Wks...S5l

DeWItt J T Sfe

IMIIonJL 843

Domer Fred A Son 845

DreerH A 8)2

BUlott WH iilO

BUIsonWm 840

Ellwanger A Barry — 847
Essex Heights Floral

Co 845

Evenden Bros 817

Farrant Ge<i 847

Fel helm Lyman 850

Felthousen J E 838

Fisher Peter A Co 845

Forstermann 1 83y

Fravcll Mrs Geo R 847

Gardner .John G 846

Olbeon JC 847

GrIflithNS 847

Gumer Beater Co ...8S2
Gutta Percha A Rubber

MfgCo 849

(lall Asa'n 851

Hammond Ben] 848

Banoock A Son 846

Ran James 811

Hart ACrouae tm

Hartford HE 8*1

IleluJ B 833

Herb Peter 845

Herendeen MfgCo 861

Rerr Albert M 846

Herrmanns Seed Store H12

tiewB A U ACo KoO

Hllflnger Bros SV)

Hill EO ACo 838

HIppard B »1'J

nitchlngs A Co 852

IlonineyerC K 848

H'wkerU M Co 851

Horan Bdw C 811

Uoran Jas 844

Uuebner H 845

BnlseboBch Bros 842

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CONTENTS.

Ornamental horticulture at World's Fair .... 853

The arrangement of flowers (3 illus) 854

Miscellaneous seasonable hints 85.5

Orchids— Notes 856

—Orchids at Orange, N. J 856

Caruation— Notes ... " ■ . . 856

Acacias 856

New York 857

Boston 857

Chicago 858

Philadelphia 858

Buffalo . . . . . 85M

Obituary— A. Lauer 859

—Paul Butz 859

News notes . 860, 874

St. Louis ... 862

Counting lily blooms on the plant 862

Catalogues received 864

The seed trade 866

Toronto 868

Bethlehem, Pa 868

New Orleans S7U

Greenfly . . 872

St. Paul, Minn . 872

Springfield, III. — Easter trade was
about 10% less than last year. Cold
weather shut off the trade to a great ex-
tent, particularly in plants. Prices were
somewhat lower. Supply was ample.
Roses, carnations and violets were pretty
well sold out but there was a surplus of
other stock. Quality good. Harrisii in
pots or cut sold at as low as 10 cents per
flower and bud counting all. Carnations
sold at 40 cents a dozen and roses at $1
to $1.50 a dozen.

Albany, N. Y — Easter trade was about
the same as last year. Prices were a little
lower on small cut flowers. Large Beau-
ties, Jacqs, Brunners and other hybrids
brought better prices and more were sold.
Supply was ample except of carnations.
Quality about the same as last year.
Bought more and sold more at usual pro-
fits. Increased call for good Jacqs, Brun-
ners and American Beauties. There was
a large sale of plants. There was a great
rush on Saturday though during the
week preceding it had been slow.

Ornamental Horticulture at the World's
Fair.

[Exiracls from paper read before the Mass. Hort.
Society by IVm.J. Stewart^

In this connection ornamental horti-
culture may be considered, first, in its ca-
pacity as an indispensable feature of the
equipment of the grounds and buildings;
secondly, as illustrating the varied horti-
cultural attractions, resources and indus-
tries of countries and States remote from
each other, and widely differing in cli-
mate and topography; thirdly, as offering
an opportunity for individuals and firms
engaged in horticultural pursuits, all over
the globe, to exhibit to the world in
friendly competition the result of their la-
bors. First comes the landscape work,
as without the landscape architect in de-
signing and locating and the gardener in
adorning, those beautiful buildings would
have lost much of their impressi yeness.
Our great landscape architect made the
setting for those jewels, brought them
into harmony and united them into one
almost perfect whole; the requisite floral
adornment would have made it perfect,
especially the wooded island. The design
was grand, and, being for the World's
Fair, it should have been carried out to
completion.

Horticultural Hall was ill-appiinted
and unsuited for the purpose it was sup-
posed to serve; it should have been de-
signed under the best horticultural advice
obtainable. Practical horticulturists
warned and entreated the management
to give the horticultural stction of the
exhibition a full year's start ahead of the
other departments; but at last they had
only the immense building, with little to
put in it. Their loud appeal for help
brought a little from Massachusetts, but
New York and Pennsylvania furnished
the main part of the exhibit. After the
exhibits were placed, the whole was dese-
crated by lemonade and knick-knack ped-
dlers' stands. The bad judgment which
allowed this merited the severest con-
demnation.

01 the displays made in the name of the
various States, it must be confessed that
few were worthy of a passingnoticc. The
entire West did almost nothing. Illinois,
which should have been first, was con-
spicuous for the absence of any respect-
able endeavor on her part. Outside of
New York and Pennsylvania no worthy
State exhibit was made. Between the
States named there was a strong effort
for supremacy. The character of their ex-
hibits showed that, within their borders,
horticulture has had a strong foothold
lor more than a generation, and their
public spirited action is entitled to all
praise. The same may be said of the
showing made by Ontario. Still, the
principle which ruled the selections for
these exhibits was not the best. Suppose
that instead of Japan's faithful represent-
ation of native gardening processes, Mex-

ico's curious cacti, New Zealand's won-
derful tree-ferns, and Holland's grand col-
lective exhibit of hardy azaleas and rho-
dodendrons, those countries had contrib-
uted merely a diversified exhibit of green-
house plants; what a loss in interest and
educational value the horticultural de-
partment would have suffered. Individu-
als engaged in the several departments of
horticultural trade might be safely de-
pended upon for displays of plants, trop-
ical or otherwise; but States should have
improved the opportunity to set forth
their own native resources. For instance,
what a noble display Massachusetts
might have made with a naturally
planted collection of her native flora,
upon a bit of meadow, a rocky hillside,
gay with many species of shrubs and wild
flowers, from the first pussy willow and
hepatica of springtime to the last purple
aster of autumn. If you would learn
whether the people are interested in such
things, just look, any Saturday afternoon
next summer, into that corner of this hall
where the collections of wild flowers from
the woods and fields are arranged, and
observe the eager crowds who are admir-
ing them. Let the display of roses, or-
chids and lilies be ever so gorgeous, that
corner with its wild flowers will hold its
own. In the old-fashioned garden con-
nected with her State building at the fair,
Massachusetts rose to the full height of
her opportunity. As W. R. Smith of the
Botanic Garden at Washington, truly
said, "It was well conceived and elegantly
carried out."

In considering the competitive displays
in the different classes, the first point to
notice is the provision made for this de-
partment. The buildings intended for
these exhibits should have been con-
structed with direct reference to their fu-
ture contents, but they were not. Had
this been done we should not have seen
rare, delicately reared tropical specimen
plants being chilled to death in the room
with hardy and half hardy plants. The
exhibitors on the wooded island were well
provided for during the continuance of
spring weather. But when the summer
heat came, the loose, porous soil of which
this artificial land was constructed dried
out rapidly, and no adequate supply of
water being provided, the plants, espe-
cially the herbaceous class, soon failed;
and this at the time of the greatest at-
tendance of visitors. Neverth< 'c^s, this
island was an attractive s^ and

through its influence the use 'y

plants in gardening must have icceived a
great impetus throughout the West. A
few of the exhibits which were of super-
lative merit where Pitcher & Manda's
display of decorative plants; the cannas
from Dreer, Vaughan, Pierson and Craig;
the cacti from Blanc; the rhododendrons
from Moser and Waterer, the latter in-
cluding a most instructive collection of
seedlings, and the fancy caladiums from

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April 12^

Rio Janeiro. In general, the irises, p«eon-
ies, campanulas, poppies, pansies, azaleas
and other outdoor displays on the wooded
island in the early months weie wonder-
fully fine. The opportunity given to the
seedsmen for competitive exhibits of flor-
ists' flowers, includingcyclamens, cinerar-
ias, primroses and calceolarias, was im-
proved to the fullest extent. It was
sharply criticised at the time, but proved
to be well worth all that it cost, for it at-
tracted many thousands of visitors to the
grounds before the fair proper was
opened, and the exhibits were of the high-
est merit. They clearly demonstrated the
marvellous results possible from close at-
tention to the improvement of specialties.
It is much to be regretted that of gladioli
— millions of which are now exported
from this country — theonly exhibit of any
extent was a foreign one; and the tube-
roses, another important American pro-
duct, were scarcely seen.

The extensive display of American hor-
ticultural implements and of American
greenhouse construction, heatmg and
ventilation was most creditable, consid-
ering the opportunities offered.

The system of judging and awards
caused much dissatisfaction. The one-
judge plan is un-American in principle,
placing too much responsibility on one
man to become popular. The interests of
every competitor in anexhibitiondemand
that the chances of an unfair verdict shall
be minimized asmuch as possible. Against
a decision reached after due deliberation
by three experts, no protest can have any
weight. This question of judging is of
vital importance to every society; for un-
less exhibitors are convinced that everv
precaution has been taken to secure full
justice, they will stay away. The Colum-
bian medals are not likely to be valued so
highly by their recipients as they might
have been, had they been less freely
awarded, or had they been so varied in
design or value as to indicate degrees of
merit. A medal for a rare and skilfully
grown plant, or group of plants, loses
most of its significance as soon as it be-
comes known that it differs in no respect
from that given for a collection of wire
designs, or a wreath of dried mosses.
True, in the diplomas accompanying the
medals, points of excellence in cxhibitsare
carefully noted; but the diploma can
never take the place of the medal as an
award for which to strive. It is a ques-
tion whether it would not have been better
if the time-honored plan of gold, silver and
bronze medals, to indicate degrees of su-
periority, had been adopted.

In conclusion it is pertinent to inquire
whether that branch of American horti-
culture which has been considered is to-
day any further advanced than it would
have been had this great fair not taken
pl.-ice; and also whether we have taken
full .'idvantagc of this grand opportunity
to present our art in its proper light be-
fore milliona of visitors. Horticulture's
granil posRibilitics never recovered from
the unseemly wrangle and delay at the
•tart, and many of the unfortunate feat-
ures to which attention has been called
were directly traceable to this fact. It is
gratifying to note the long step forward
made by ornamental horticulture in
the indcjicnflent position secured for
it as a M-paratc department. In this
it sought and obtained nothing more
than its just recognition. While we
may regret that much more was
not nccomplished, wc should l)C grateful
for what was achieved, not forgetting
that mittakcH arc cducatorsand icrvcthc
purposes of rducotionas well as succcise*
— provided we rccogni/e and honestly

acknowledge them as such — and that
only in the future can the full results of
the great exhibition be justly estimated.

The Arrangement of Flowers.

[Continuation of articles begun in our issue of
March 22.J

SIMPLE BOUQUETS.

It requires more skill and practice to
properly construct a bouquet than any
other arrangement and here we find that
natural good taste is indispensable to
success. If you can arrange a high class
bouquet you are warranted in laying
claim to a high rank in your profession.

Bouquets may be divided into four
classes: Hand bouquets, vase bouquets,
corsage bouquets, and bouquets for fun
eral purposes. We shall treat them sep-
arately under the different headings as we
progress.

For a beginning let us consider the bou-
quet in its simplest form, as a bunch for
the hand or vase. Hand bouquets are
generally made of but one variety of
flower, such as roses, carnations, valley,
Roman hyacinths, violets, etc. If the bou-
quet be made of different varieties of
roses, be careful to select such as harmon-
ize in color. Such varieties as Meteor or
Wootton with Perles make a good com-
bination, and if a third variety be added
use Bride or Niphetos. Three shades like
the above might be mixed together, as is
often done, without injury to color effect,
but we prefer to bunch the colors separ-
ately, taking care that the shades merge
into one another gradually and that the
dividing lines are not drawn too sharply.
A combination of Brides and any of the
pink varieties, such as Bridesmaid, La
France and Mermet is good. Mme. Wat-
teville and Bride is the best combination
of all. Mme. Pierre Guillot and Perle
harmonize well. Perle and Mme. Hoste
with pink is not bad but not so good as
the former. Avoid the mixing ofpink va-
rieties. Bridesmaid and Mermets are per-
haps the only two pink varieties that
form a harmonious color combination,
and if arranged properly the blending ol
the two shades makes a good effect.

In the red varieties we find it just asdif-
ficultto blend the shades by using different
sorts. Jacque and Meteor, if the shades
he selected judiciously, might be bunched
together without destroying the effect,
but don't attempt to go further; it is far
safer to confine ourselves to one variety.

But color effect issucha very important
sutijcct that we shall treat it separately
later on. At present we will therefore
confine ourselves merely to the arrange-
ment ot simple forms that do not rctiuirc
much study of this subject. Nevertheless
we cannot ignore it entirely even in these
forms, so let us start out by keeping in
mind that if we arrange a bouquet of
mixed flowers never bunch different shades
of pink, or pink and red together, but
place white or light shades of yellow be-
tween them.

The style and form of a hand bouquet
will dejK'nd largely on the trade you enter
to. In fashionable localities in our large
cities there is little or no dcmard fur the
cheaper grade of bouquets, while in resi-
dence districts of the middle classes and
country towns such l)OU(|uctH areingrc-it
demand, (jcneriilly speaking the demand
is for a loose arrangement, but lre(|nently
we meet with customers, mostly of Ivur-
opean birth, who will insist upon the
conventional IJuro|K'an style of b()u(|uct,
a rather stiff arrangement, nearly flat on
top, with eitliei paper or lace holder.

Probably few florists in this country
know how to make such a bouquet and

we venture to say, will lose very little by
never learning, although once in a while
we meet with a member of the Bon Ton,
who, having in a two months sojourn in
Europe acquired continental habits and
tastes, demands this style of bouquet.
But as we said before a loose arrange-
ment is generally preferred, and certainly
should be recommended.

Our first illustration shows the top view
of a bunch of two dozen roses with their
own foliage and Adiantum cuneatum, in
shape slightly rounded over the top, the
fl iwers set nearly even in height, although
the arrangement might be varied by rais-
ing some of the blooms above the rest.
If you do this set the larger roses low and
raise the smaller buds. If the roses are
borne on strong and stiff stems no wire
will be required but if weak use a No. 24
or No. 26 wire (see article on stemming).
You will find it useful in holding the flow-
ers in the desired position.

If more than one variety of flowers be
used select such as will form a suitable
combination. Roses and lily of the valley,
or roses and Roman hyacinths go well to-
gether. Mignonette can be used with
good effect. Tulips, daffodils, Dutch hya-
ciths and flowers of that nature are un-
desirable and seldom used for the purpose.
Carnations, either for the hand or vase,
are best by themselves.

Our second illustration shows a bunch
of two dozen Portia carnations arranged
for the hand, and may serve equally well
for the vase. The carnation is a rather
stiff flower and diflicult to arrange in a
graceful form. Some varieties are better
adapted to this purpose than others.
Portia and Lizzie McGowan are two of
the best. In many of our best sorts the
stems are so stiff that great care must be
taken to avoid having them pack too
closely together. We often find it neces-
sary to employ the use of wire, though
the stem be fully long enough, and for an
entirely different reason than that applied
to the rose. By using the wire on the
stem we are enabled to bend it in the po-
sition required without running the risk
of breaking it, and it done properly the
wire will not show in the least. Don't
run the wire up close to the flower, but
twist it around the stems, taking two or
three flowers together, three or four inches
below the flowers. If arranged for the
hand we may add a few fronds of adian-
tum. For a vase, if there be plenty of buds
on the flower stems, we seldom employ
any other foliage. If a few sprays of
their own foliage can be had it will serve
us better than anything else we can find,
but unfortunately this is not always ob-
tainable.

Our third illustration shows an arrange-
ment of mixed flowers for a vase. In a bou-
quet of this kind we may use almost every
variety of flower with stem long enough
to reach the water. The more careless
and natural such a bunch is arranged the
better will be the effect. Use plenty of
green. You will have a stock of thcever-
green wood fern on hand; these are i. ex-
pensive and very useful for your purpose.
In l.-ict almost any kind of foliage, pro-
viding it be not too coarse, if the bouquet
be small, can be used with good ndvant-

The l>()U(|iict ot mixed flowers wc illus-
trate was made of a common grade of the
following flowers: 3 tulips (Kaiser-
krooii), 9 Narcissus pocticus, 5 La
I'rance roses, 2 Brides, 1 Am. Beauty, 2
spikes of Dutch hyacinths, K Romans,
about one dozen pieces of mignonette,
one half dozen adiantum Iroiids and 2
dozen common wood ferns. The amount
of material, as will be seen, is very small.

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ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS.

Now let us proceed to make the best
possible effect with this limited amount
of stock. Although the stems are all of
sufficient length, still we find it advan-
tageous sometimes to use wire, as by this
means we are enabled to bend the stems
and keep them in proper position to bet-
ter advantage. This wire, as has been
stated before, will not injure the keeping
qualities of stock in the least and need
not be made noticeable at all in the ar-
rangement. The wiring of roses has been
described before. Wire the narcissus the
same as carnations fora bouquet, by tak-
ing 2 or 3 flowers together and run the
wire down the stems 3 or 4 inches below
the flowers. Handle Romans the same,
but as the stems of this flower are very
brittle we have to be careful. Don't use
a heavier grade of wire than No. 26. The
tulips, mignonette and greens we don't
wire.

We commence of course with the top
flowers, the tulips in this case, using
white spool cotton No. 10 for tying.
Start tying low down on the stems of the
flowers if you wish your bouquet to be
loose and graceful. Place the narcissus
next. The stems being wired, you can
now bend them just as you want to.
Keep wrapping the thread around the
stems as you proceed so as to keep the
flowers in shape, not forgetting to inter-
sperse the green, and don't be sparing of
it; wood ferns cost but 5 cents a bunch
of 25 and if properly used save a dollar's
worth of flowers. Leave the heavier
roses for the body of your bouquet.
Arrange the flowers at the finish in such a
way that they will droop over the rim
when placed in a vase.

If the bouquet is to be placed on the
mantel or in any other position where a
front or side view only is desired we should
so arrange the flowers as to show to the
best advantage in such a position. Our
illustration is taken from a bunch ar-
ranged for such a purpose. If on the
other hand the flowers be placed on the
table, where they can be viewed from all
sides, finish the bouquet alike all around.

We shall treat of the more elaborate
forms of bouquets in their various styles
in a series of articles later on. Our next
subject will be the arrangement of simple
and inexpensive baskets.

Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints.

Just as soon as the ground is in work-
ing order plant some gladiolus. We are
told to plant at intervals during the sum-
mer, which is all right, but let the first
planting be about half your crop. They
don't flower all at once. The cutting
from the first crop will last 6 or 7 weeks.
Gladiolus deserve and should have the
deepest and richest piece of ground you
have.

If you wintered over any young holly-
hocks, which you should have done, plant
out for yourself at once. I have had the
greatest success with these stately flow-
ers in a heavy soil with a liberal lot of
manure added. You need not manure
the whole ground, but in each hole pre-
pared for the plant, which should be one
foot deep and two feet wide; let one-third
be cow manure. Really fine spikes of
hollyhocks are rarely seen as they were
20 years ago. They will sell well for
many purposes and be a grand flower for

your store window in summer when
other flowers are scarce.

If you have a demand for or want to
increase your stock of that most useful
plant, Helianthus nanus, fl. pi., don't fail
to at oncedig upthe old roots and divide.
Tic smallest piece showing life, if put into
a 4-inch pot, will make a satisfactory
plant for selling in a few weeks. There
are very few garden plants more satisfac-
tory in the now popular mixed garden
than this continuous flowering little sun-
flower.

If you had occasion to sow any peren-
nials or biennials last fall, such as Core-
opsis lanceolata. Delphinium formosum,
Dianthus barbatus (Sweet William) and
others which are so useful for summer
flowers, don't delay in getting them
p'anted where they are to flower at once
or as soon as the ground is dry. They
should have been wintered in acold frame
and a little frost won't hurt them at all.
It you had no timetomove or divide your
herbaceous plants last autumn and ?ou
have occasion to do it, it can be done
now just as well before there is any start
in the growth. Such useful plants as the
herbaceous phlox, pasonies, pyrethrums,
etc., can be moved and divided now with-
out any injury to this season's flowering,
if done with care.

Tbere is vet time to propagate a few of
the leading plants. With us coleus sells
until almost the 1st of July. There are
sure to be some parties who don't have
their riertf grounds ready before that time.
A large ba'.cb should now be put in and
will still make good 3-incli bedding
pi ints by the first of June. The same
with achyranthus, although it is a much
slower grower.

Don't forget to propagate about now
your winter flowering begonias of several
kinds. I find they root rather better now
than in February.

It's a good time to take the runners off
the violets for next winter's crop. Some
put them in sand as you do ordinary cut-
tings, but this is scarcely necessary, as
you have now suchfine runners to choose
from they can be put in 2 inch pots at
once or in flats of earth and potted off in
a month's time.

Don't let the young asters, phlox and
other annuals sown last month get too
"leggy" in the seed box. It you have a
quantity you can transplant into cold
frames two inches apart. If that is not
convenient flats with two or three inches
of soil are just as well and place them in
cold frame. Be sure that the roots are
firmly planted, not at the neck so much
as around the roots, and let the little
plant go down in the earth to its seed
leaves. When you have benches to spare
in cool houses instead of cold frames, use
them, but you should not have any
benches for such a purpose at this
crowded time, and there issuch an abund-
ance of light and air about a frame that
these hardy seedlings do altogether better
in them.

The bright sun pouring down on us
now will cause much extra labor in water-
ing and injury too if you don't shade. If
possible get your stock so arranged that
in one house or one portion of it you can
have all those plants that don't need
shading and in another those that do.
The very great majority of plants, both
hard and soft wooded, are not hurt by a
little shade if you don'c stop firing too
soon. I have tried several mixtures for a
permanent summer shade, and the best of
all is naptha and white lead; be sure to
have no oil in it unless you want a scrub-
bing bee in the fall. You can make the
wash as thin or thick as desired aud ap-

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ply with a whitewash brush, then yon
will have it done properly. This takes
much longer than syringing it on, but
what of that? As XIr. M. A. Hunt says,
"labor is cheap: it's brains that come
high." Wm. Scott.

Orchid Notes.

CATTLEYA LAWRENCEANA.

This magnificent'cattleya although first
discovered about fifty years ago, was not
known to cultivators until rediscovered
and introduced by F.Sander & Co. about
ten years ago. It was at once assigned a
prominent place among cattleyas. After
the many varieties of C.TrianjE have vied
with each other to keep the orchid house
gay and have passed away until another
season, then Cattleya Lawrenceana
comes into bloom, developing spikes of
five, six or seven flowers of beautiful rosy
purple. The blooms average about five
inches across and last a long time in per-
fection. It is indeed a valuable addition
and cannot betoostronglyrecommended.

It is a very distinct, likewise a very va-
riable species. The most distinct varia-
tions I have seen are C. L. rosea superba,
C.L. concolor and C.L. Macfarlanei. The
variety rosea superba has flowers larger
than the type, of a very delicate rosy pur-
ple faintly striped with white; the sepals
much paler than the petals, and labellum
which has a whitish disc. The variety
concolor has flowers of a uniform pale
rose color ot good substance and form.
Thevariety Macfarlanei, which is more ro-
bust in habit, larger in all its parts, a full
flower pale rosy purple at the base of
sepals and petals, the remainder of sepals,
petals and lip of the richest and deepest
purple, is a superb and striking variety,
named in compliment to Mr. Macfarlane,
the artist.

This plant is of comparatively easy cul-
ture, doing well in baskets kept well up
to the light, requiring plenty of moisture
during the growing period. It has re-
cently been largely imported, consequent-
ly is within the reach of everybody, and
being of easy culture it should not be
overlooked by any who desire a valuable
addition in their orchid department.

CVMDIDIL'M Oir.A.NTKIJM.

This fine cym bid ium is a native of India.
It i* of very striking appearance, pseudo-
bulbs live to six inches long, with long
arching deep green foliage over two feet
in length, flowering on long racemes of
ten to twelve flowers, each three to four
inches across. Sepals and petals are of
bronzy green atrificd longitudin.'illy with
dull red, lip oblong, three lohed.sidehjbcs
colored like sepals and petals, middle lobe
yellow spotted with red.

This plant is of easy culture, flowering
in iJccemljer and January. This makes it
extremely valuable as a decorative plon'..
It will thrive in an ordinary greenhouse
and will amply repay any extra attention
l)e«towed upon it. 1 1 loves n cool tem-
pernfurc and while growing should be
abundantly supplied with water.

CVMIIIKII'M I.OWIA.M'M.

Thi» is a plant of more recent introduc-
tion than giganlcum,)icing introduced by
Ix)W & Co. in 1H77. It created tjuite a
sensation when first exhibited in 1H70,

also in 18S0 when first flowered in Amer-
ica. It commanded very high prices until
its reintroduction by Low & Co. about
1 886. As a horticultural plant it is with-
out doubt superior to giganteum, which
in general appearance it most resembles.
Although the flowers are not so large and
varied, yet the much longer and more arch-
ing and graceful spikes and the brighter
colored flowers which last much longer in
perfection, give it an especial value. It
flowers m March, April and May. I have
seen twenty seven blooms on a spike,
which has lasted about three months in
perfection. The flowers are three to four
inches across, sepals and petals greenish
yellow with faint reddish veins, lip three
iobed, the side lobes roundish oblong,
light buff and the middle lobe reflexed and
covered with velvety pubescence, dark
red crimson margined yellow.

There is a form with sepals and petals
bronze yellow, with a much richer label-
lum. Also a form which appeared three
years ago, which is named C. Lowianum
concolor and has for a synonym C. Man-
dianum. It is very distinct, of good form;
the sepals and petals are greenish yellow,
the upper portion of lip a bright buff yel-
low, the remaining surface of lip light yel-
low; all traces of crimson are absent. It
is a valuable acquisition. Like its allies
it is of easy culture and makes a fine dec-
orative or exhibition plant. The flowers
last long in perfection and become more
and more beautiful with age.

North Easton, Mass. Wm. Robinson.

Orchids at Orange, N. J.

For one interested incypripediums(and
who is not) there is no more attractive
spot to visit than the greenhouses of
Henry Graves, Rsq., at Orange, N. J.
Here are to be seen the almost incredible
number of seven hundred species and va-
rieties of cypripediums, besides laelias, cat-
tleyas and many other orchids in extens-
ive variety. Cypripedium Chamberlain-
ianum is represented by about seventy
plants among which are several distinct
forms. One plant of this species has been
constantly in bloom since July 10, 1892,
although bearing seed at the same time.
There is quite a show of Cattleya Schroe-
derfc at present and Lrclia purpurata will
soon be in bloom, in large numbers. Mr.
R. M. Grey, the gardener in charge, is an
enthusiast on orchids, cypripediums be-
ing his particular favorites, and of these
he has raised many beautiful hybrids.
An experiment which he is now trying is
to plant cypripediums in pebbles instead
of moss. So far they seem to thrive well
under the new conditions and many of
the objectionable features of the old
method are avoided.

Carnation Notes.

What has Ivastcr taught us? One tiling
assuredly anil that is tliiitthe deMiiinilfor
fine well grown carnations is (leci<ledlv
on the increase and that secondary stock
is no longer to be thought of by the wine
grower. Ivastcr has in a great measure
been a re|)ctition of Christmas with the
(lifTcrencc ol everybody seemingly being

satisfied one with another. This is as it
should be; the relations between the
grower and the retailer should be of the
pleasantest kind. The grower should be
careful to furnish only good stock and the
retailer should be willing to pay a fair
price for the same. There should be con-
siderable difference in price between a
good flower and a secondary one, consid-
erable more than there is at the present
time. A flower that will bring $2.00 per
dozen should bring the grower not less
than $8.00 per 100, and the flower that
brings but 25 cts.per dozen should not be
worth lo the grower anything over $1.00
per 100. There are of course times when
a good flower will sell for less than its
real value but taking their actual value
in an ordinary market the above would
be a fair ratio. At Christmas and Easter
when the flowers that usually would
bring 25 cts. are raised by the retailer to
75 cts. he should not object to paving the
grower $3.00 per 100 for them. 'Taking
the season through I don't think the
growers have such a delightful time of it
and as far as I can learn they are not be-
coming millionaires very fast.

There are no doubt many little points
we think of now where we could have
bettered our crop for Easter and it will
be well to make a memorandum of them
for reference. Personally I found the ex-
press companies in a sort of miniature
Christmas panic. Instead of getting my
flowers into St. Louis on time they ar-
rived one day late and I have made a
large entry in my memoranda that it is
best to get one train ahead of time for
Easter as well as for Christmas.

One party ordered a lot sent C. O. D.
and then refused to take them; they were
too far from home to have them sent back
and he no doubt secured them for little or
nothing. This is an old scheme but there
are always some, like myself, who are a
little too confiding, and it would be bet-
ter all around if the C.O.D. business were
abolished entirely. If a man has the
money to pay the C. O. D. he has it to
send in advance and if every grower
would refuse to send such perishable arti-
cles as cut flowers C. O. D.it would make
a healthier trade.

There seemed to be a superabundance
of red in some sections. If you have had
too many of any one color it will be well
to call a halt now in arranging for next
season. If any variety has not paid you,
do the same. It is far better to throw
them out now than to grow them all
summer and next winter and wish they
were out then. If you know of a variety
that will jiay you better than what you
are now growing do not hesitate to buy
it, for it is jienny-wise and pound foolish
to grow an inferior sort because you have
it in stock or can buy it cheap.

A. M. HbRH.

Acacias.

These handsome and useful Australian
plants seem to have been neglected to a
great extent in this country, but are now
beginning to be appreciated both (or dec-
or.itivc puriioses and for cut flowers.
They (lower just ill the time they are
most needed, that is in tlie latter part ol
the winter, from January till May. They
stand decorating well, and last for quite
a time in perfection. They are as easy to
grow as a camellia, in fact a cool green-
hiiusejust suits them, therefore they are
very useful to the llorlst who has to keep
plants in the conservatory attached to the
residences of his customers. They can be
easily propagated from cuttings placed in

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BUNCH OP TWO DOZEN PORTIA CARNATIONS.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS.

a moderate bottom heat, or from seeds.
They can be readily grown into good
flowering plants, and do btst in a mixture
of equal parts of loam and peat with a
liberal quantity of sand. Insummerthey
do best plunged to the rim of the pot in
ashes in the open air. Some of the species
are ot a drooping pendulous habit, and
are well adapted for training on pillars or
back walls of the greenhouse.

Acacia argyrophylla is a handsome
dwarf species with silvery green leaves,
axillary stalked globular heads of yellow
flowers. A. dealbata floribundais a very
free flowering species, producing deep
lemon colored flower heads in axillary ra-
cemes, and forming panicles at the ends
of the branches. A. Drummondi, one of
the handsomest of the species, is very
dwarf in habit, and flowers very freely,
the flowers being pale yellow produced in
cylindrical spikes. A. Riceana is a band-
some and distmct species, the branches
being pendulous, and although it makes
a handsome pot plant it is best adapted
for a pillar or wall; the flowers are pro-
duced in long spikes and are pale yellow
in color.

A. pubescens, a fine and showy variety,
has small heads of bright yellow flowers
in racemes, which are collected into pan-
icles at the ends of the branches. A.
grandis, a strong growing species, the

flower being large, globular, and very
freely produced. A. lineata, an erect
shrub, has spikes of yellow flowers pro-
duced from the axils of the leaves, and of-
ten branched. A. lopantha,a good strong
growing variety, has cylindrical spikes of
yellow flowers which are produced in
pairs from the axils ot the leaves. A. al-
bicans is a very good growing variety
with white flowers. A. armata, strong
growing late flowering species with dark
green loliage. The flower heads are sol-
itary in the axils, and are of a rich golden
yellow. A. cochlearis, a stiff upright
grower, with fragrant yellow flowers
which are produced in pairs from the ax-
ils of the leaves. A. oxycedrus (syn. tax-
ifolia) is a fine species of very rigid habit
with bright green leaves and dense spikes
of bright yellow flowers. There are a
great many other species, but there is a
great deal of sameness amongst them.
There were some few nice plants forced
for Easter around New York and the flo-
rists found them very useful. To the
gardeners in the private places these
plants are very useful, and should be
grown more extensively than they are;
they should take the same place here that
they do in Europe. They grow freely,
take but little heat, and are not very sub-
ject to disease. Jas. S. Taplin.
Hackensack, N.J.

New York.

The past week has been one of unex-
ampled dullness. It fairly discounts any-
thing experienced in Lent. There is an
abundance of everything in the cut flower
line but not a ripple of activity visible
anywhere. None of the retailers are do-
ing anything in the way of large jobs,
transient trade is at its' lowest ebb and
it is pronounced by all to be the dullest
week of the season.

The situation has been getting worse
each succeeding day, for heavy shipments
are coming in and as there is no adequate
outlet they are piling up in the hands of
the wholesalers in a most discouraging
fashion. The Greeks are in clover. It is
a great time for them and they are hav-
ing it all to themselves. Roses of fine
quality are to be had at $10 to $15 per
thousand. Good long stemmed Jacques
do not bring over $6 to $8, and more are
sold at $2 to $3. American Beauties and
other large roses are very plenty; an or-
der for these in quantity at $10 per hun-
dred for best stock would be "eagerly
gathered in. Brunner is the only large
rose that is selling. Harrisii lilies are of-
fered as low as $2 to $4 per hundred.
Mignonette, smilax and asparagus con-
tinue badly overstocked.

The regular April meeting of the Flo-
rists' Club was held in the Elks' Rooms,
19 West 27th Street on Monday evening,
9th inst.

The new quarters proved to be very
homelike and comfortable and much sat-
isfaction was expressed when it was an-
nounced that the executive committee
had secured the rooms for two evenings a
month for a year.

The matter of holding a fall exhibition
was discussed and finally referred to the
executive committee with full power to
act.

Messrs. Rath, Burns, Stefiins, Storm
and Weathered were appointed a com-
mittee to make all arrangements for the
comfort and transportation of the club
on the occasion of the convention at At-
lantic City next August.

The question of making the meetings
more attractive socially to the members
was discussed and an entertainmentcom-
mittee consisting of Messrs. Wells, Weath-
ered and Sheridan was constituted to
make suitable provision in this line for
the future. It was also announced that a
prominent member of the club had ex-
pressed a willingness to revive the series
of smokers, which were at one time so
successful as social adjuncts to the club's
more serious work.

Messrs. Weathered, De la Mare and
Stewart were appointed a committee to
draw up appropriate resolutions on the
death of Mr. Thomas L. Russell.

At the monthly meeting ot the Farmer's
Club of the American Institute on Tues-
day, April 3rd, there was an attractive
display of decorative foliage and flower-
ing plants. Dr. F. M. Hexamer presided,
and Mr. C. L. Allen made interesting re-
marks upon the selection and cultivation
of garden flowers. Mr. Nicholas Hallock
spoke in commendation of the remarkable
progress which was b<?ing made in the de-
velopment and cultivation of the carna-
tion.

A young man in the employ of Peter
Henderson & Co., accidentally fell down
an elevator well at the Cortland St. store
last Saturday and was so badly injured
that his recovery is doubtful.

Boston.
The spurt of activity which followed
Eister proved to be short lived and the

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wee!: just passed has been generally very-
dull. One thing, however, has saved it
from entire disaster; that is the unusual
quantity of funeral work that has been
called for, not from one or two establish-
ments but well distributed among the
whole number. Designs of all styles have
been the rule and it is plain that for fun-
eral purposes at least made up designs
still retain their popularity. Prices of all
varieties of cut flowers have dropped
considerably during the week and there is
an abundance of all kinds of seasonable
stock in the market, of genei ally excellent
quality. Among the novelties seen are
some very hue ranunculuses of which C.
Southworth is bringing in a fair quan-
tity, in a variety of bright colors.

At the April rneeting of the Massachu-
setts Horticultural Society notice was
g^ven of the presentation to the society by
the children of the late E. H. Hitchings,
Mr. Hitchings, herbarium of native or-
chids. The gift was accepted as a fitting
memorial of one who had been held in
high esteem and a vote providing for its
proper preservation was unanimously
passed.

On the tables there was a small but
interesting exhibition of flowers and
plants. That which attracted most at-
tention was a display of a new hybrid
primrose raised by T.'D. Hatfield. This
primrose resembles in foliage, habit, color
and fragrance the common English
primrose, with the difference that it is of
much more robust growth, and the flow-
ers are very much larger measuring on an
average full two inches across. The color
is lemon with deep orange in the center.
It has been named Mrs. E. M. Gill in com-
pliment to a very popular member of the
society, and it is whispered that this lady
contemplates giving it an appropriate
christening at an early date.

Prunus Davidiana, mentioned in pre-
vious years as blooming far ahead of all
other spring flowering shrubs, is minus
flowers this season, the blossom buds
having been completely killed in the recent
severe freeze.

Chicago.

Last week's business fellshortof expect-
ations. Starting in briskly Monday and
giving promise of a profitable trade for
the week, the demand fell off suddenly
towards the middle of the week and was
spasmodic to the end.

Stock has been quite plentiful in most
lines, roses in particular; these threatened
to become a glut, but a steady shipping
demand sen-ed greatly to avoid a break
in prices. Few changes in quotations arc
noted. Uridcs dropjicd from r> and G to
■I- and 5. The balance of the rose list re-
mains the same as last week. Beauties
ore somewhat improving in general qual-
ity and the cut is increasing, but good
stock is still insufficient for the demand.
The same holds as regards hybrids. Ol
the latter I'. Slielow of Nilcs Centre is
bringing in some very fine Baroness
Rothschild. Jac(|ucs arc in supply about
equal to demand and arc of average good
((uality; some few lots indeed arc extra
good. Ln I'rancc is plenty. Most of the
•took offered is of medium size, clean and
salable blooms and of good color. Mere
and there n lot of extra size and <|unlity
is noted. There is a wide range in prices
fir this sort, from 3 to 5 for fair stock to
7 to H for extra choice.

In carnations there is still n scarcity in
white; these lommand from 'J.'i to Ui)
cents per 100 more than colored sorts.
The latter arc plentiful enough. Portia
in particular is offered in large quantity,

with Tidal Wave a close second. Very
few fancy sorts are offered. Daybreak is
about the only variety in this class that
is sent in in anj quantity. Of these some
choice blooms are noted which find a
brisk demand at $2.

Very little bulbous stock is seen on the
market. Many growers report being cut
out entirely; still prices have not ad-
vanced any. Valley is in good demand;
the supply offered is limited and sold out
clean every day.

Violets are very scarce, the supply be-
ing far shor*- of the demand and quality
very inferior.

C. A. Samuelson opened up his new
store in the Lexington Hotel, 2129 Mich-
igan avenue, on Monday last. Mr. S.
intends to pay more attention to the
plant trade in the future, and as his new
quarters are roomy and well lighted they
are well fitted for the purpose.

Klunder has moved a few doors south
and is now located at 2124 Michigan
avenue.

Further changes around 22nd street
and Michigan avenue will be made by
Mav 1, which will concentrate the busi-
ness of this locality practically in one
block.

Blaumeiser Bros, of Niles Centre are
opening a retail establishment at 745
Wells street, with an entrance also at 8
Lincoln avenue.

A meeting of the directors of the Chi-
cago Cut Flower Exchange was held
Monday, April 9. The meeting opened
with President Rudd in the chair, 8 mem-
bers being present. The question of ways
and means to carry on the Exchange, in-
volving the future prospects and success
of the enterprise was thoroughly dis-
cussed, but it was soon discovered that
the directory was hopelessly divided on
some of the vital points. The majority
of the members were in favor of confin-
ing business, but the modus operandi
proved the rock which foundered an enter-
prise springing into existence a year and
a half ago with every promise of a profit-
able and successful future.

The first vote was taken on a motion
to run a commission establishment by
the management in conjunction with the
exchange. The motion was lost, 3 mem-
bers voting for and 5 against the prop-
osition. The next vote taken was on a
motion to continue business, excluding
the commission feature, which also was
lost by a vote of 2 for and 6 against, thus
sounding the death knell of the associa-
tion.

A meeting of stockholders is called tor
10 a. m. Friday, April 13, for the purpose
of winding up the affairs of the corpora-
tion. It is hoped that every member who
is unable to attend in person will send
his proxv, as it takes a two-thirds vote
to accomplish the purpose. There is still
a possibility of the stockholders rescind-
ing the action of the directory, but such a
step seems hardly probable, since many
of the growers for whose benefit more
than any other intcrcstB the ixcluinge
was starttd luivc bici) rathrr hikiw.irin
ill their support (rom the very iKginning.
Mr. 1'. Vi)S, of 1*. Vos & Co., Sassen-
heim, Holland, is in town.

Henry Haniines and wife have gone to
California on a pleasure trip.

iJo vol! WANT a complete alphabetical
list of roses in commerccin Anuiica up to
date, with class, name ol introducer, date
of introduction, ami brief, accurate de-
scription of each? You will find such a
list in our trade directory and reference
book for 1HU4. Price $2.00.

Philadelphia.

The new city council convened on Mon-
day, April 2, and this occasion was made
memorable by a great display of flowers.
E\ery member's desk was graced with at
least one basket or bouquet, while some
new members and others who had only
barely succeeded in being re-elected after
a hard battle were the recipients of
numerous and in some cases immense
pieces of most wonderful construction.
The most popular form was the horse-
shoe, and one member who could not oc-
cupy his seat on account of the floral
pieces piled on it stood in the aisle under
a horseshoe seven feet in height. It is to
be hoped the refining influence of this
wealth of flowers may make itself felt in
the legislation of the coming session.

The plans looking to the rebuilding of
Horticultural Hall are now getting vaxo
shape. A proposition, which has the in-
dorsement of quite a number of the
wealthy members of the society, in so
much that they have agreed to raise
$150,000, calls for the business interesfs
to provide $50,000, and this amount it is
expected will be sufficient to erect some-
thing magnificent. Whether these large
sums of money will be raised is hard to
say, but it does seem as if something ben-
eficial to the society will be the result if
earnest efforts are made to secure the
necessary capital.

Some of the fakirs are not satisfied with
getting their stock cheap and at times for
almost nothing. They want to be like
the fellow that could sell his brooms
cheaper than his competitor who stole
the material and made them, because he
stole them ready made. So a select few
have been making visits to nurseries in
the suburbs ia the shadesof evening when
their chocolate colored skin (they were
all colored) was not so noticeable.
Messrs. Chas. Menke, Dennison Bros., J.
G. Eisele, Hugh Graham and S. S. Pen-
nock have each in turn suffered by these
midnight visitors, who do more damage
by reason of the stock destroyed than
that carried away. They have been cap-
tured, however, and one of them (there
were three in all) making a confession
which implicated the others, they are
likely soon to be placed where they will
not bother the growers for some time.

Business has been moving lively the
past week, although it is evident that
flowers arc more plentiful and there is not
that eager rush for stock that was such a
joyful sight to the growers a week ago.
Prices for roses arc about the same as
last week, but with a falling tendency, as
a special offer on a job lot is eagerly en-
tertained by the grower. The quality
keeps up very well, although the Brun-
ners arc beginning to have an off-crop
appearance. Mr. Lonsdale has had some
moss clusters which were very pretty^
but says they do not bring enough to
make them a profitable crop.

Carnation stocks seem to be growing,
as orders were more easily filled the past
week, but $2 is still low lor anything
salable, while $2.50 to $3 is asked lor
selected flowers. Sweet peas are lieconi-
ing more abundant :in(l belter, hut $2 is
still asked for common iiiid $:! lor choice
stock. There arc still a great many lilies
nliout and iilinost any I>ricc is asked for
tlu-in, no reason.! l)le offer being refused.

The last meeting of the I'lorixts' Club,
April 3, was very well attended. The
paper on "Advantages of hot water un-
der pressure over steam," to be read by
Mr. Ivisele, was not forthcoming, as that
gentleman in a letter to the secretary said
that the pressure of spring business wa»

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BUNCH OF MIXED FLOWERS FOR A VASE.
ARRANGEMENT OP FLOWERS.

80 much greater than the pressure of hot
water that he was compelled to postpone
the subject for a later meeting. Mr. J.
Westcott is to prepare a paper for the
next meeting on how best to entertain
the delegates to the convention in Aug-
ust. This is Mr. Westcott's particular
line and no doubt he will map out a pro-
gram that will give all the members a
part to their liking in helping to make
everybody feel at home during their stay.

Mr. J. L. Dillon of Bloomsburg had a
vase of fine carnations on exhibition,
seedlings and sports; a large full flower
with good stems and fine dark crimson
color, a sport from Unique, looked well,
as did several pink varieties, all having
good solid flowers and long, stout sttms.

George Anderson is in luck again. It is
a girl; this makes nine. Nine fine healthy
girls! Of course this means nine sons-in-
law, George will be quice a father some
of these days. K.

Buffalo.

The weather since Easter has been more
wintry than the greater part of March,
which has somewhat hurt the sale of
plants, but several weddings and social
events have kept all hands moderately
busj . There is not any surplus of flowers
noticeable. Roses of all kinds when good
are readily sold. Carnations are getting
the most plentiful. Tulips and dafis are
very fine just now and if they don't bring

midwinter prices there is a good demand
for them.

The most important floral event since
Easter was the marriage of one of that
numerous family of Smiths. The decor-
ations, both at the church and at the
house, were very beautiful and were well
taken care of by Messrs. Adams & Nolan,
"the hustlers."

This is a pretty good city for summer
plants used in many ways and now that
the Easter stock is gone the chief plant
men, Christenson, Milley, Scott, Rebstock,
Belsey and others, are in a terrible haste.
If you are lucky enough to get a view of
them outside their houses, they are rush-
ing along as if pursued by a swarm of
hornets and if prevailed upon to stop an
instant and drown a few of the imaginary
beasts have littletime forany superfluous
chat.

Professor Cowell finished a course of
botanical lectures last week which he has
given before the Woman Teachers' Asso-
ciation. His "talks" have been most
comprehensive, including many branches
of this fascinating study. The lectures
have been widely appreciated by hundreds
other than those for whom they were es-
pecially intended. It is not every city that
can lay claim to such a thorough botan-
ist as "our professor."

We had a very pleasant surprise last
Friday in the visit of Peter Crowe, of
Utica, who came to Buffalo to meet Mr.
Charles Erhardt of Erie St., Cleveland.

They looked over the stores and then in
company with three or four of our veter-
ans took in the silver dollar bowling alley
and several other innocent amusements
which generally come to the front wher-
ever two or three discreet florists are con-
gregated together. Mr. Erhardt expressed
himself as having had the finest evening of
his life and was surprised at the fraternal
feeling shown among the florists here. He
said it was entirely difiere nt in his town.
Perhaps he is mistaken about it. We
hope so. He is certainly a lively young
man and timothy won't attain a great
height where he is holding forth. W. S.

A. LAUER.

Mr. A. Lauer, the well known florist of
Louisville, Ky., died last week. Mr.
Lauer was born in Germany. He came to
America 32 years ago. He originally
studied for the ministry but finally be-
came engaged in floriculture. He was an
active business man in Louisville and was
quite successful. His establishment was
opposite Cave Hill Cemetery, where he
did an extensive business, especially ceme-
tery work. Mr. Lauer was well liked by
all in the trade and was always foremost
in any project looking to the advance-
ment of the profession. He was conscien-
tious and painstaking and was consid-
ered one of our most successful florists.
For the past six months he has been con-
fined to his home as the result of injuries
received in a street car accident, and these
injuries probably hastened his death.

His remains were laid away in Cave
Hill Cemetery, the funeral being attended
by the florists of Louisville in a body, who
thus paid their last respects to one who
will be greatly missed in the profession.

Mr. Lauer leaves a widow and an inva-
lid son to mourn the loss of a good hus-
band and father.

It is not likely that his family will con-
tinue the business as his widow has no
knowledge of the business, and her time is
fully taken up in attendance at the bed-
side of her invalid son. N. & N.

PAUL BUTZ.

Paul Butz, senior member of the firm of
Paul Butz & Son, New Castle, Pa., died
April 5, aged nearly 73 years. He had
been ill for some time and the end was
not unlooked for.

Paul Butz was born April 30th, 1821,
in the city of Basle, Switzerland. The

THE LATE PAUL BUTZ.

greater part of his youth was spent in
traveling in Italy, Germany and France.
While in Paris he learned the florist's art
to which he devoted all his subsequent
life. In 1851 he came to America, and
after remaining for a year in Pittsburg,
removed to New Castle, purchased several
acres of laad and laid the foundation of
the business which has since grown to

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such an extent. In 1852 he was united
in marriage to Miss Margaret Wiegand,
who survives him. Twelve children, all
of whom are now living, ble«sed their
union. The sods are Wm. T.,a memberof
the firm of Paul Butz & Son, florists; John
M., who is in the employ of the Pennsyl-
vania Company; Frank P., with the
Western Electric Works, of Chicago;
George C, professor of horticulture and
botany at the Pennsylvania State Col-
lege; Albert E., a student at Curry Insti-
tute; Harry A. a student at the New Cas-
tle High School. The daughters are the
Misses Maggie, Effie R., Rose S., Emma
C, Mary A., and Carrie. The deceased
had a number of relatives residing in
various parts of the United States, four
of whom, three nephews and a niece reside
in Pittsburg.

Mr. Butz was a member of the first city
council of Xew Castle, remaining in office
for four years. For a quarter of century
he has been a Mason.

He was a man uprightinallhis business
relations, and enjoyed the confidence and
respect of all who knew him. His busi-
ness ability, as attested by his chosen
line, was excellent. He was a loving
husband and the best of fathers.

RecoA RofeA.

Rockland, Mass.— Mr. E. P. Fullcrton
of Whitman has opened a florist store in
this town.

Missoula, Mont. — E. C. Eyl has sold
his florist business to Mrs. Wm. Neill and
has left this place.

Dayton, Ohio. — Dayton florists are
well pleased over their Easter trade, cut
flowers and pot plants selling equally
well.

San Francisco — Easter trade varied
but little from that of last year. The
only noticeable change was an increased
call for Bermudas and orchids.

Ft. Scott, Kans.— The 9 year old son
of W. P. and Alma S. Patterson, the flo-
rist, accidentally shot and killed himself
April 3. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson have
the sympsxthy of their friends in the trade
in their aflliction.

Lexington, Kv.— W. S. Ball has just
finiflhcd a very fine house 23x120. Jno.
A. Keller has added another new houseto
his range, 21'ixl03. Mrs. D. Honaker
has just completed two new houses,
30x150 and 20x90 respectively.

Springfield, O.— Charles A. Reeser,
president of the City Council and leading
florist, assigned to Albert H. Kunklc-,cily
solicitor, for benefit of creditors. Ills lia-
bilities arc estimated at $23,000; assets,
$15,000. The assignment is due to the
bard time*.

West Gardner, Mass. — Easter trade
was considerably larger than last year.
Harriiil lilies in pot» sold well, also cut
■pikes of Ilarrimi and candidum. Kobcb,
carnations, pansics, and mignonette were
all in good demand but the supply was
•ufTicicnt for nil.

Saratoga Springs. N. Y.— A good in-
crease. Larger demand for cnrnntions
and lilies. The calls for nzaleiis and hya-
cinths were also large. John Ralph's dis-
play was dc»cril»ed nt length in the Daily
Saratof;ian and mention was also made
of that by T.J. Tottcn.

Ottawa, Canada.— Bnstcr trade was
about 20% larger than last year, but
prices were lower. Supply not quite equal

to demand. Quality superior. Home
production much larger, hence bought
less. Not half enough violets. Increase
in plant trade. Not enough Harrisii.

Louisville, Ky. — Mr. Jacob Schulz is
just puttmg the finishing touch on three
magnificent new houses, all built after the
new plan, short span to the south, using
best cedar and cypress for material and
16x24 glass. The houses are IS^l-lO.
Mr. Geo. Schulz has also been building,
putting in two new houses 11x104. J.
N. Struck and Bro. are the builders.

Oakland, Cal. — Easter trade was
about 60% larger than last year. Prices
about the same. Supply short. Quality
good. Bought more and sold at a profit.
Increased call for Bermudas and callas.
In view of the general depression in other
lines of business we think the demand was
remarkable. The supply of most flowers
was about the same as last year. Lilies
were more forward and consequently
more plentiful, yet there were not enough
to meet the demand.

Grand Rapids, Mich.— A slight de-
crease with individual florists, owing
probably to the increased number of
those in the business. Prices ruled about
30% lower than last year. Supply was
fully equal to demand, of many things
there was a surplus. Quality superior.
Increased call for carnations on account
of their being of extra quality and cheap
in price. Spirasa could not be sold and
azaleas were a drug even at wholesale
prices. Callas would not sell at all.
There was plenty of nearly everything.

Manchester, N. H.— With an exper-
ience of ten years in this city the writer
has never seen such a demand for flowers
as was experienced during Easter week.
The biggest sale was for lilies, longflorum
being the favorite and Harrisi coming
next. Candidums were in poor demand
and are plainly a thing of the past. A
large proportion of the lilies sold were in
pots. The rush for white carnations on
Friday and Saturday was unprecedented
and on Saturday afternoon it was impos-
sible to supply the demand from any
source. Prices are as follows: Longiflor-
ums 25c., Harrisii 20c., candidums 10c. ,
carnations $5 per hundred, roses from$15
to $40 per hundred.

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Perioo

AltfniiinthL'niH. VtTHlcuIctr. KfiMt'ii mum, Auron

nana nnil P. Major I .•W

Coleiin of (wirta, mixed W

bc»l new and old. named 1.00

tMchMlufl 100

Mexican Prlmrottes, 3 klndn 1.00

Alt«nmnlhoniB. IV major, Aurott nana, Tricolor

iKonoa ruimti. Vcrnlcolor 2.M)

IMuintiauo. ('ii|m-iinIm and Alba 4.00

I.i.ilv l,iirpciif» 4 (XI

I'tTL-niilal I'lilo-t. fInonmorUjd K.OOand 4.00

Achllloa ■■'I'll.' I'eari" 4.00

Butfonlan. aiworted. I<antfinn«. anaorUid 4.00

KucIihIuh. niw l; iIc'llotro(H}, aiw't. ^.UOand 4 UU

AbtittlotiH. RMHirtod 4.(0

Kchuvurla Ktitunn K.OOand H.OO

Kxl(>nMiKloboiia,(>tol21n.aoroAs2&&M>o.ca.

Achy run til UM.niiMortod H.OO

(VtlmiH. anmtrtod IB. 00 and ».00

lllblHCiin, iiMMirtvd 4.00

S<;til/oi,ctultln (!.00

Ant)i(<rlniiiii |il'-ii)riiiiiiii puf doxon, Tfio.

Itt nri'l Hron/t- ( ;«'riiriinnifi. niw»rt4Hl. 2^-ln. |M)Ui 4.00
HtlvfT l.,4?iir (iiTMnliimn, :( varluttt'd ino Minu.

Hnllorol) 4.00

Oxnlln. OrMdonl 4 00

Imlilliut. nunioil, ouriwlootlon oM^

Yxi'\\v\\ Ciinrinn. namtHl. our Boloctlon, dry roots.. A. 00

Frmicli ('an nan. iinnaiiiLKl H.OO

IK.tUxI lU.OU

Kaiinr I..4>ar Calndltirn. (Ino mixed ((-00

naniL'd. H.(W

Trndu lint on appllnntlon.

ROBT. 8. BROWN A SONS.

l|.,l '.>.i KANNASCirV, MO.

EXIRA STRONG. WELL ROOIEO

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

Now Rca.ly. |6,(X) prr KXIO; IXIc. per 100.

MIHH r. A. IIAKKK, Alodbt, I'n.

50,000

Dwarf French

CANNAS.

We offer the above quantity in strong, well estab-
lished plants from 8 and 4 inch pols. This s.tock
must not be confounded with dormant pieces or
freshly divided plants out of benches.

We list here only the principal varieties of which
we have a large supply. For a general list lefer
to our Spring Trade List which describes over
seventy-five varieties, including all the desirable
novtlties of the season, includmg the grand New
German variety, Konigin Charlotte:

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10 00

Paul Marquant 10.00

Capt. P. de Suzzoni 15 00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 20.00

.\dmiralGervais 15.00

Comtesse deL'Est..ile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Denil de St. Grevy 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 15.00

Gustav Senneholz (true)distinct... 15.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Martin Cahuzac 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Professor Gerard 15.00

Secretary Stewart 15 00

Stadtgartner.Senneholz 15 00

Antoine Crozv 8 00

Admiral Courbet 8.00

Antoine Chantin 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10 00

Baronne de Renowarrlv 8 00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10 00

Duchess deMonten<ird 12.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 10 00

Edward Michel 12.00

Francois Maire 12.00

Geoff"rov St. Hilaire 8 00

J. Thomaver 20.00

Miss Sarah Hill 15 00

Mr. Cleveland 15 00

Mile. Liabaud 12.00

Nelly Bowden 8.00

Princess Lusignani 12.00

Perfection 15.00

Souvenir de Jeanne Charreton 8 00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Troc.adero 8.00

Ventura 8 00

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

Kaiser Williclm 8.00

We will furnish one each of the above varieties,

46 plants for $5.50.

Among Crozy's New Cnnnns of this season Paul

Sigrist is undoubtedly the most distinct and slrik-

ing novelty. We are the only American tiousc

ofTeriiig tins variety to the tntdc this season. In

frcnernl h.-ibit similar to Mnie. Crozy, but of a
>right crimson color nearly as rich as Alphonse
Houvier with a verv brimd goklen yellow border.
Stock liniitdl. $2.50 cacli.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

Mctitldii .Aiiicrlcaii I'lnrlHt.

rine plants ol best strain, just com-
InK into blooni, $15.()0 per 1000.
J. T. AIVTIIOIV^^,

2206 Mlclilg-an Ave., CHICAGO.

ROOTED GUTTINtiS OF ROSES.

Ih-iitthv. Inruf ami flnrly mult'd Itrl'li'H, Murmotn
nnri liohtlom. nt II lit pi-r hiin<ln>ri.
Kroo hy mall, rimli with '»nl(-r

.1. .1. I.AMri-:HT, Xcnlu, Ohio.

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861

SITUATIONS, WANTS, FOR SALE.

AdvertiBementa under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of 10 cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

SITUATION WANTED— By experienced florist and
gardener. Address H. Uay. care Mr. Nlcolaus.
6^23 Ave. B. Parkside. Chicago. 111.

SITUATION WANTED-Flrst-class designer and
io decorator, expert In cut tlower work

Decorator, care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-To take charge by a first-
class florist, p'-actlcal In nil branches; aee32.

iiox 2fi55. F trmount Station. Phlla., Pa.

SITUATION WANTED-Yuung man on private or
commercial place, priictlcai worker. 15 years" expe-
rience; references. Florist, care Am. Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— By flrst-class assistant flo-
rist. 7 years' experience, references: central or
east preferred. Address M. care Am. Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— Assistant for greenhouse
work generally; guod desltiner and bedder, 12
years' experience; siate salary.

AiiiLiTV. care American Florist.

C*lTU\TIO\ WANTED-By gardener and florist;
io cut flowers, graperies, vegetables and mushrooms;
commercial or private; age ;S2. married

B. care American Florist, Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-By practical rose grower
and DrupatJiitor, AI In forcing roses for bloom, de-
sign work tliuruutihly reliable; a worker; steady place
desired; tirat-clasa references Address

K, care American Florist.

C11TUATI0N WANTED— In good commercial or pri-
O vaie place by single middle aged florist and gar-
dener (Swiss); well up in greenhouse business and
outdour worn, good propagator.; good references.
Address Flohist. 6451 Lake Ave., Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-By reliable single man as
foreman or to take charge of a department; 15
years" experience, wholesale and retail; good propa-
gator and grower of cut flowers, ferny, palms and gen-
eral florists' stock: responsible pusltlon 'A years, good
references Aadrebs

Easteux. Stelnway P. O.. L I.

SITUATION WANTED-By a German florist, aged
22. wltli fxpeneiice of s >ear8 hesides youth. Good
rose, c rnatitjii and gtmerjil plant grower. Also good
au'i quick designer. Can speak, read und write English
well. Able to take charge uf private or commercial
place. Please s ate particulars and wages.
Clem W onnemann, 468 Milwaukee Ave.. Chicago.

ANTED— Nicholson's Dictionary of Gardening,
second hand. Address

DiCTioNAKV, care American Florist.

W'

w

give references

\NTED— A firstrclass florist, salesman and maker-
up. When applying state wages expecten and
.lunN Reck, Bridgeport. Conn.

WAN 'ED— A temperate man familiar with the
growing of carnations, mums and a general as-
sortment of so t stock. No bums wanted. Address
with references, L. U. May A Co.. St. Paul, Minn.

WANT KD-Topurchasi- florist establishment adapt-
ed to cut flower growing lor the market; a loca-
tion In eastern New England preferred. Address
A, care Eastern Oflice American Horlst,
r.T Bromtield St., Boston.

WANTED— A PAUTNER To join me growing and
selling native and forelun lianly ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and furelgn customers.
Trade already well establlslied and growing. A ( hrls-
tlan and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent f'-r the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a drst-class open-
ing for the rlgiit man.

WiLFUKjj A. BiioTUERTOX, Hochester, Mich.

F

OR SALE CHEAP— Large seccmd-hand florist's Ice
Box value about $75. Vaikjhax's Seed Store,
88 State Street, Chicago.

F'

OK SAI.E OK TO LET-A valuable florist business.
For particulars address

Jaguu MENDEL, Lock Box 511, Nyack. N. Y.

FOR SAJjE— One Kroeschell hot water boiler 4x12; 4
years In use. Also about 4iiU0 feet 4-Inch pipe.
ART floral Co., ;i'Jll Cottage Grove Ave.. Chicago

FOR SALE CHEAP-Large. new hard wood and
glass florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.
Co8t$2i)0. Vauguan's Seed stoke.

146 & 148 West Washington St.. Chicago.

FOR SALE— A bargain, a greenhouse and business
io a tiirlvlng town of over 4,'«iif in central part of
Indiana. No practical florist within 2U miles. Excel-
lent reasons for selllnii. Address

A B Ij. care American Florist.

FOR SALE-Store well stocked, together with 4.00U
feet glass, heated oy steam, well stocked two
spring wagons, two horses and all modern conve-
niences; price J4.UUU. tliree-lourtlis cash. Apply

JmiN SCHNEIDER.

y2I}^ Walnut St . Kansas City. Mo.

FOR SALE— From one to fifteen acres of land with
southern slop;.', one block irom depot at Valley
Park, a suburb of St. Louie. A very suitable location
for a florist growing cut flowers for St. l^uis market.
Twelve trains each way dailv. Two express com-
panies. Plenty of water. I*rice low. Terms easy.
For further Information address

E. H. Michel. St. Louis, Mo.

FLORISTS' ORCHIDS

Fieoiwi;

SANDER & CO., St. Albans, England.

Over two thousand plants, all in best possible condition, of many useful varieties in-
cluding one thousand CATTLEYA LABIATA, this grand Cattleva thrives and
blooms freely suspended from roof of palm house. The above will be sold at

ROLKER'S AUCTION ROOMS, 205 Greenwich St., New York.

THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 11 A.

Wire for Illustrated Catalogue.

FOR SALE— A thriving flotlst's business in a grow-
ing town of G.OUO inhabitants In central Missouri.
The only florist's establishment there. Two green
houses. 3 acres of land and a handsome residence.
Annual net proflts J2.000. and can be greatly Increased,
Price *8.(J0U. Owner's health is bad and he must leave
before another winter. For further particulars ad-
dress E. H. Michel. St. Louts. Mo.

FOR SALE OR TO LET— A suitable place for a flo-
rist or market gardener, consisting of s^ acres
good land, cottage of eight rooms with dry cellar, also
barn. Greenhouse SOxl-i. heated by Weathered hot
water apparatus all in good order. Finest market In
the world for disposing of all produce, both in summer
and winter. The property Is situated quite close to the
city of Newport H- I. For terms, prices, etc.. address
A. PRE.scoTT Bakeb. Bcllcvue Ave.. Newport, R. I.

WANTED.

General nursery foreman of long and
varied experience. Must be practical
and successful in the growing of tlow-
ers for matket and a first-class fern,
palm and general plant grower. Apply
with references, which must be Al,
SUITSIiT, care American Florist.

A RARE CHANGE FOR INVESTMENT

Columbia Farm, containing over 20 acres arable
and grazing land, climate one of the finest in the
world. Frost and malaria unknown. Lilies, nar-
cissus and amaryllis grown in open ground
througho t the winter. Enough Harrisii and
other Bulbs will be furnish d to stock the farm, so
that new proprietor can enter at once into busi-
ness, which should be started not later than Au-
gust next. Our Harrisii Bulbs have a world wide
reputation, and a good practical manager can se-
cure handsome profits. Sold because other busi-
ness claims my attention. Communicate with
R. H. JAMES, Proprietor, St. Georges. Bermuda.

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We Fay the Express.

We will offer for the next two weeks, strong, bushy

plants In bud. ready for the spring trade
Double Geraniums, mixed varieties, consisting of

scarlet, white, pink, crimson and salmon.

H-lncb *.T iKi per UW: 4-inch $7.00 per 100

Feverfew Gem. 2!4-lnch?2 50; 4-lnch (;.00

Golden Marguerite. 8-lnch 4.00 "

Double l-Ylnged Petunias, 10 vara., 3-lnch.. 6.tX) "

Fuchsias, :i-lnch 5.UU "

Ageratuuis. 4-lnch 5.01)

Begonias. \ varieties. :Hnch 4.U0

New Golden Queen IvObella. 3 to3j^-lnch. Jl.OO per doz.

All the above delivered free by Kxpress on receipt

' ""S. WHITTON & SONS. Wholesale Florists,

9 & 11 Koberts Street. UTICA, N. V.

Mention American Florist.

Auction Sale

OF

Dwarf Low Budded

Roses, Etc.

AT STORE,

104 Pearl Street,
BOSTON,

AT 10 A. M.,

Wednesday, April 18.

PLANT SALES

Every Wednesday and Saturday till
June. Send for catalogue.

EDWARD HATCH. Auctioneer.
Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 l<inds by express. .$4 .03 per 1000
VERSCHAFFELTII and SHELLY

YELLOW $5.00 per 1000

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CUPHEA (cigar plant), by mail. .,50c per 100
PILEA (artillery plant), by mail...50c per 100
FUCHSIA, mixed $1.00 per 100

CASH WITH ORDER.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY, OHIO.

READ THIS.

FELTHOUSEN, the COLEUS SPECIALIST,

lins at lcM8t

100.000 PANSIES. In the seed bed. at J2.00 per 1000
and about 50.000 transplanted In flats, at W.OO per lUOO,

ROOTED CUTTINGS of COLEUS, your selection.
»;,C0 per lOUO. Our Belectlon. $5.00 per 1000.

KUCHSIAS. leading sorts, rooted cuttings Jl.OO per 100.

HELIOTROPE. 4 varieties. Sl.OOperlOO.

SALVIAS or SWEET SAGE. JI.OO per 100.
Cash must In all cases accompany the order.

J. E. FELTHOUSEN,

370 Van Vranken Ave.. SCHENECTADY. N. Y,

Lady Hume Campbell.

EVERYBODY WANTS A HEALTHY VIOLET.
This stock has never been diseased. Rep '
delivery May 1, al $:!.00 per huild-

$25.00 per thousand.
THE ORIGINAL STOI

H. HUEBNER, Grotol

862

The American Florist.

April 12

St. Louis.

Trade for the past week has been fair.
The supply has developed a tendency to
break the market, but as yet no demora-
lization in prices has occurred. Home
plant trade still continues poor, while the
shipping has also fallen off considerably
as a result of the recent cold wave. W.
Ellison has been receiving lately some
very fine Hinze's and Portia carnations
from Swan Peterson, the stems are
remarkably long and stiff; the peculiarity
about this stock is that when received it
appears never to have been placed in
water, although not at all wilted; the
flowers are about half blown and not
very large, but upon beingplaced in water
for twelve hours or so they open up re-
markably and rank way up ahead. Some
fine Buttercup and Chester Pride, have
also been coming in from J. F. Amman;
the Buttercup are exceptionally fine and
come a bright clear yellow. For the first
time this season the fakir has made his
appearance upon the streets. R. F. T.

Counting Lily Blooms on the Plant.

There seems to have been considerable
misunderstanding and more or less com-
plaint this season from various sources
regarding the methods adopted by many
lily growers at Easter in counting lily
blooms. Whether all the buds on a stalk,
regardless of their stage of development,
should be reckoned the same as opened
flowers or whether all those buds which
are ready to burst should be so counted,
the small green ones being reckoned at a
lower price or left out of consideration
altogether, is a question upon which it
would seem desirable to have a general
agreement, so that growers may have a
uniform method, and buyers know just
what they have a right to expect. We
should be glad to have an expression of
opinion from those interested in the mat-
ter and our columns are open to any who
desire to participatcin the discussion.

2 1-2 Gent ROSES.

200.000 from 2' -inch pots, at
S25 per 1000: $3 per 100.

STRICTLY OUR SELECTION, 't^

50,000 from 4-inch pots, at
S60 per 1000; $7 per 100.

VARIETIES IN STOCK.

HYBRIDS-M. Biuiiunn, Black Prince, Al-
fred Colomb, F. De Lesseps, De Graw,
DufTerin, Edinburgh, Holmes, Giant of
Battles, Lefebvre, Lyonnaise, Prince
Arthur. E. Verdier, E. Fuerst.

HYBRID TEAS— Weilshott, Meteor, Pink
KoviT, La France, White La France,
Albany, Wootton

TEAS— Bravy, Gontier, Golden Gate, Mer-
met. Brides, Passot, President, Rubens,
Anna Ollivier, Pcrle, Sunset, Scliwar/,
Waileville, Hosle, Salviati, Sairano,
W.ihan.

CLIMBERS— Baltimore Belle, Seven Sisters,
Tennessee Belle, Gustave Gossard, Mar-
echal Niel, Solfaterre. Devoniensis, La-
marque, Perle, Richardson.

Also Queen's Scarlet, Hermosa, Soupert,
Chatelard, Pernet, Kuster, Mignonette
and other varieties.

QuBllly of •('K-k (fiinrnnt'*'*f1, Prrfiofinl InHpedlon
invite*!. Scii'I r,r 'jti'it.ition on your own selection.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

Mention the Americun Fiorist when
writing to adverti<«rs on ih:s page.

Awards given to LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS.

MEDAL AND DIPLOMA

At the World's Columbian ExpoMtion, Chicago, 1893.

BY THE SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS:

In Boston, in 1890, Honorable Mention was awarded.
Honorable Mention was awarded in Toronto, Ont., in 1891.
At Washington, D. C, in August, 1892, the highest award this Society offers
was given, viz.: a CERTIFICATE OF MERIT.

DANX B. LONG, Fuhlish^T, Buffalo, N. Y.,

Am. Beauties,
Testout,
Meteors, -
Brides,

Per too. Per 100.

$6 00 La France, - $3 50

6 00 Albany, - 3 50

3 50 Perles, - - 3 50

3 50 Mermets, - 3 50

Special discount on our Beauties on orders of 500 or over.

CARNATIONS, I ?^'5^e^^^^^;^^:::;::::=: "^^^

ROOTED CUTTINGS. \ Silver Spray " 10.00

51 Wabash Avenue, CHIOA-OO.

Cusins, Beauties,
Niphetos. Testouts,
Iia France, Mermets,

Brides. Biidesmaids,
Perles, Met-ors, Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots.

Acwre^sfc^TMuota^ion,^^^ VILLA LORRAINE RGSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for Chas. Mackintosh & Co., Knglaiul, Inventors of Vulciuiized India Uublier.
Extra stronK u'reenhouse hose to wltlistftnd lilt;h pressure. %-\t\., li-ply. I.'^'C. per foot In r.11 feet lentnhs.

.■5 008

30.00

.■iOO

4.=i00

2.00

110.00

.5.00

20 00

4.00

.%.00

2.00

18 00

roo

.3.1.00

H,(X(

30,00

.■i.OO

ZIOO

5.00

4.'-> 00

SOO

.30 00

300

iSOO

4.00

ffi.OO

:!.00

20.00

Roses Our Specialty.

200. 0"0 KK.VUY NOW in Ijest lea.liiiK
BortH from Per llll Per lOU)

2-inchpots $300!

3 " •• .■) "-

4 " " 12

PANSIES, extra strain from boxes,

once replanted . . .

PANSIES, in bud and bloom, 2-in. pots
PETUNIAS, dbl. fringed, 2-in. pots . .
VERBENAS, the very best
CARNATIONS leading sorts ....
FUCHSIAS, siiiK't- and double
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, the very cream.

The Queen. . .
GERANIUMS, sgl, and dU. extra sorts

COLEUS, named sorts

Golden Bedder

large Ivd. seedlings from boxes
Hardy Perennials. Shrubs and Evergreens in quantity.

Send yijiir IIj-Im tu ho priced. Ask f(ir ciitnloKuei*.
wlKjk'hIlIc ;irnl ri'tlltl

\Vr».'iiii.lu\ H[ liillsts In every flepnrtnient anil can

KU/iriiiitrf .saltshii iImii, Konr iieri'K uii<li*r kIhhk.

A..I.KESS NANZ &, NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Mnnottl Stock, offer the best r&-
•ultJi to the florliit. bloimilnK freely ond Klvlnj( plenty of
cutttriKfi fur pnmaKdtlnKqtitckly. FIno plnnt« fur sale
by the lOU or lUuO. nt low ruteH.
}*r1oo LlHt« ^J nppllcanta. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston). MASS.

THE DIRECTORY

• • FOR 1894 . •

Is Now Ready.

PRICE S2.00.

American Florist Co.

Exhausted.

All future orders for

MRS. W. G. WHITNEY

can only be booked to fill from
May 1st and onward, as the de-
mand has exceeded my expecta-
tions. All other stock, can be
filled at once.

JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J.

Mention Anierlciin l-'inriHt.

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M. A. HUNT, Teire Haiile, Ind.

5,000 Jack Rose Plants,

ON TUEIB OWN BOOTS.

Well hr:uiclifcl, 2% tn ,! fci't hl|;li, «10 per
100. SamplL' of ,s [(]!• ;fl.oo.

JORDAN FLORAL CO.

7(1(1 <>llv<. SIriM-l. mT. I.(>11|>, 1>I<).

E.G. HILL & CO..

wnoiesaie Florists

KlCHMONl). INDIANA.

iSg4.

The American Florist.

863

(ANNA^

WORLDS FAIR. SeND TOR
LIST Of- vyARILTIES

Our Great Specialty- The new

lmrgl flowering canna5 are the:

BEDDING PLANTS Or THL fUTURCWc
HAVCALLTMCBL5T 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BEST ThE PICTURE 5H0W5 A
ViERY . 5MALL PART OF OUR GREAT
display!^ OEOVLR 4,000 PLANT5 .AT TH£
OUR CATALOGUE GIVING ^rULL ^.^ '^-"^^^-^

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

50.000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLDEN CROWN, the moat hardy, stronsesl grow-
ing, highest colored yellow to date. 2-lnch. well
trown. S-1 per lUU; $:ij per lOuO: 25U at lUUU rates
throufilumt.
lO.uulfIn leather Btandard leading sorts, plants $1.50;

rooted 7U cts. per lUO.
lO.lAX) Snow Crest Daisies. J3 per 100: $25 per lOCO.
30.000 Mam. Verbenas, progressive type, none better.
5.000 of them CUmaxers the Peerless crimson bedder.
10.000 seedlings from our XX and XXX progressive
seed will give the most splendid new kinds, all per-
fectly cleun and heiilthv, irlnch. strong. One. lu bud.
¥2 50; flats $L50 per 100, seedlings same rate; special
rates per 1000.
5,000 Vgt. Vlncas, extra fine, 3-inch 33; flats $1.50;

rrtotea fl per 100.
5.000 ClantScahlosn Snowball, per 100 J1.50; seed. 2£c.

for larj-'e IrmlL' packet.
lO.OiiO <ilbsnii'w sweet scented hybrid pansies. flats $1 ;
frume ^i^^ per lU): seed V^ oz 5iic . \i oz. Jl. % oz. $l.t».
5,0 '0 Gem Feverfew. 5.000 Oolden Marguerites. 5,000
Dwf. Lobelias. 5.000 Golden Feather and ('. Gymoo-
cjirpa. the last two seedlings small pkts. $1 50, rooted
cutilngB Toe. per UK).
Double I'etunlas. Dreer's new "lili set and the Queen
tlie beat all round double white, rooted, named,
labeled. 12 pernio.
Mexican Primrose, three novelties, named, rooted $1

per 100.
30,01)0 Eulalla Zebrlna and Japonlca, potting size $2 50

per 100.
6.000 Torenia Fournlerl, seed pan 50 cts.. from flats
f 1 per 100.

Lots of other good things. Write for what you
want. I'remlum offer for every $5 order; We will put
In free 0 Giant Neruna Verbena and 1 Golden Strand
Coleus: doubled on evt'ry $10 order, and i Dak. Prim-
rose. 1 pkt. Double Petunia aid 1 pkt. Scablosa snow-
ball wnen desired. Price Hat free. Address, cash
with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury N J

BY THE THOUSAND.

Arancaria Ezcelsa and Glauca spi-
distra. Palms. Phormiunis Bay Trees
—crowns and pyranxids of all sizes.

Packing free for cash with order.

The Nurseries, JULES DE COCK,

LEUKBEKG, neai .ihent, ISELlilUM,

OFFERS AS specialties:

Gloxinia. ISulb Be^unias extra varieties.

Please mention the American Florist
very time you write to an advertiser

SOMETHING NEW.

Clematis Gen. Grant, or Crimson Jackmanii.

STRICTLY AN AMERICAN SEEDLING, and pos
sessed of qualities not common to foreign grown
sorts, namely extreme hardiness and vigor, flow-
ers in racemes of ^i eat size, substance, and depth
of color; C( lor a maroon crimson changing to a
deep purple in the old flowers, and lasting a long'
time, in several cases over a week in good condi-
tion after being cut. This variety will be highly
prized when known, on account of its peculiar
lasting qualities, and being so well adapted to our
hot suns and dry atmosphere— practical florists
will understand this.

Price, good plants, $1.00 Each: $9.00 per Dozen.
Very strong plants, home-grown, $1.50 Each;
$15.00 per Dozen.

p. S —Plants can be had of the undersigned, or of
J. C. Vaughan. Chicago; or Phoenix Nursery Co.,
Bloomington, 111.

12 Choice leading kinds. Large flowerina

Two years . . $:5 per doz.; S2^.50per 100
Three years . . J4 " %mm "

DAISIES. — Snowflake and Anowcrest, distinct
kinds, indispensable for spring sales, S2 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS.

from fall, 7b cents per lOO; $t).00 per 1000.

P A. KAI.I.KK. Klnoniiiieton. III.

THE flSSOGIATION FLORft,

BOSKOOP. HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

C'LKIIATIS In uorts, 3 years. per 100 t26.00

SI'IK,*;.V .I.AI'O>10A •■ 4.00

IJIKI.VI'KA SPKCTAISILIS " 4.U0

Llllum epeclosura. Paeonlua Rhododendrons. Azaleas

H. 1». Rosea. In best varieties, per liO tli DO: Abel Car-

rlere. Alfred Colomb. Anna Ale.xleff. A.de Dlesbaeh.

B. Rothschild. Klsher Holmes, (jen. .lack.l^a I'tance,

Mm.-. G. Lulzet. Mme. I'luntter. Mat'na ('harta. Paul

Neyron. V. <:. de Kohan. IVrle des lilunches. Ulrlch

Brunner and others. Catalutiue on application.

E>. OT7'W'f:fl.IE.E:E«K.,

206 Cambridge Ave., JUKSKY CITV. N. .1.

Big Bargains!

100.000 ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and A. Nana,
at S.5.00 per 1000. These were rooted last Sep-
tember, and are now in flats. They are worth
twice as mnch as little pips just rooted.

10,000 Rooted Cutting of GERANIUMS, named, $1.00
per 100.

25,000 Seedling SMILAX, transplanted, $5 per 1000.

20,000 COLEUS, R. C, $500 per 1000.
3,000 FUCHSIAS. R. C. named. $1.00 per 100.

MOON VINE, $1.25 per 100.

Plants from 2;<(-iuch pots of the following, at
$2.75 per 100: Geraniums, Fuchsias, Verbenas, Lan-
tanas, Petunias, Moon Vines.

Smilax, $1.75 per 100. Coleus and Alternanthera,
$2.25 per 100. CARNATIONS-Daybreak, $3.00 per 100;
Portia and Silver Spray. J2.50 per 100. 10 cts. extra
for Rooted Cuttings sent by mail.

SEND FOR PRICE LIST. TERMS CASH.

Heite Floral Co.,

712 Linwood Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO.

Mention American Klorlst

The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

C. H. JOOSTEN. Agent,

3 Coeiities «Iip, NEW YORK.

Address

VIOLET PLANTS

Taken from strong, healthy clumps, $5.00 per
1000. No disease in my house. Half cash
with order, balance C. O. D.
•JOSEI'U MARKLE, Rliluebeck, N. Y.

864

The American Florist.

April 12^

f lHIiE ^LMlilBJ^MJ 1FiL©l91!!P7

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. $1.40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gnaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times. 5 per cent; 13 times. 10 per cent;

36 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdTertlslng Department of the American
FLORIST 18 for Florists, Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Oxlt. Please to
remember tt.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion in the Issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Catalogues Received.

H. H. Berger & Co., San Francisco,
trade list bulbs and plants; J. VV. Man-
ning, Reading. Mass., hardy plants; L.
Van Waveren & Co., Hillegotn, Holland,
bulbs; Kneppcr & Van't Hof, Boskoop,
Holland, plants, trees and shrubs; Satn'I
C. Moon, Morrisville, Pa , nursery stock;
C. W. Talbot, Nevada, Mo., plants; R.
Douglas & Son, W'aukegan. 111., hardy
ornamental evergreens; E. H. Hunt, Chi-
cago, trade list seeds, bulbs and florists'
supplies.

We have received from Mr. F. J.Ul-
bricht, Anniston, Ala., blooms of the so-
called bridal rose, evidently a double flow-
ered rubus or bramble. The flowers are
snowy white, very double, and the size of
Clothilde Soupei^ rose; a very pretty
thing. Our correspondent writes that it
produces an enormous crop of flowers,
and is very useful in design work. If kept
in shape plants ot this should force very
nicely for Easter.

Do vor want a list of trade organiza-
tions, both national and local, with names
and addresses of principal ofiicers, time
and place of meetings and other informa-
tion? You will find such a list in our trade
directory and reference book for 1894.
Price $2.00.

Do vou WANT a complete alphabetical
list of carnations incommerccin America,
with name of introducer, date of intro-
duction and brief, accurate description of
each? You will find such a list in our
trade directory and reference book for
189J- Price S2.00.

Watch for our Adv. next week.

Begonias.

Aritentra Cutlala, Vernon. Dewdrop. M. Dc
Lciwcps, and other Per 100

Flowering variclica $.3 00

PaulRruant. 8in. Hctii. each; 2}i in 0 00

Ker. In variety fi 00

COI.EOS. in variety, per 1000, $20.00. ... 2W
Moon Vine (I. Nixniphyton) . . ... 3 60

COaSA st.nndenn .3 00

Oeranlnma. none tnjt the beat varicticn, per

|i(»l. Ki. 01) ... 3 00

Iffippv Thought, Mt of Snow and Bronze 3 00

Mm Pollock fl (HI

Ain]>*lop*ls Vritchii. IK to3fcet .... 4 Oil
• Tricolor. Htrong 2 in . 3 IjO

Chryianthemnma. leading varieties, per

\">< I Jim 2 M

Lemon Verbena. Mronfr . 8 00

AUarnantb.ra. '\ varictie., KtronK, 2'inch . 2 AO
Achillea The Pr.irl. atrong, 2 inch 2 CO

Roses.

Hardy CllmlMTn. I'
II. v.. \\l, in

300
3 M

Carnations.

Rooted Cuttinv*. leading varlrtie*. healthy,

p^ inrn jfiifn 1 'i',

Ki:i.iOTaoPE I .li'ii' J .71

THOS. A. McBETH&CO., Springiield,

ManUofi Atovilaui Klorlat

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Gommlsslon Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

45 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a tiial order.

TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND

Solca jDixsil: season.

KELSEY'S SOUTHERN GALAX LEAVES.

Every Florist should have stock. Will keep three months. Takes the

place of Ivy leaves. FBICE $2.00 per Thousand.
,.,__, ^-^m I — ^ a-^ ^.v -1— ■ tr—r—\r^ Sole Agents for New England States.

WELCH BROTHERS, g^eac.f boston, mass.

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMUSUS MAHUS.

CUT STRINGS s to \2 fbet long, so cts.

Shipped in large or small quuiititHs to any part of the country. Orders by mall, tele-
eraph or telephone^ _ ^^

^ W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

]\J[x:i»t l3e^ Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

f*z-ioe to Mvait tlxe tixues.

SFH&GNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
H. E;. HtA.I«TF*C>Ki:», "8 Chapman Place, :B0«ST0IV.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

.si'ccf:ssou to

FEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successors to WM. 1. STEWART,

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

^^WHOLESALE.^s-
67 Bromfield St., BOSTON. MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
Olnolf&t-ft^tl, O.

Wholesale,
Florists

>^ N. E. CORNER

t\^ 13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

DANL B. LONG.

MOLESflLEGUT FiOWERS.

495 Waihinglon St . BUFFALO. N. Y.

HllllM'IM^ miDKKH ( AllKllllV Ani;M>KII Tl).

OTiiKK Hri:<i,\i.rii;->:

riiirlalH' Sii|i|>lli'ii. \Vlr<- Dt'Kllciifl, lliiMin,
I.imik'h KliirlHtN riiolfiiC'iipliMi.t'f'liirv ii'l
f'nlitioifii4>M. I.I.I.. Ti-rm.. t'U: . <iri aiMtllciillnn

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 189A

IS NOW READY.

PRICE S2.00.
AMERICAN FLORIST CO.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16lh STREET,

X>I>lI<.cIolF>Iml<*, X'o.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers! Florists' Supplies

I^OZ PINE STREET.

.Siic-f.-KKor l» r.l.I.ISON « KIIKIIN>,

•*33»« W H O LES A LE Bs^*-

1122 IINK STIiKKT,

tftt. l^ot^lSv Ado.

A eomplate line of Wire Ueilsos.

.Mfntluii Ariiurlcni) Klorlat.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

865

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
CHICAOO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUFFLIES.

Telephone Main 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

25 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
3Hii5.0U and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

79 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND AI^I,

FI.ORISTS' SUFFI.IES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaiB Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

45 LAKE STREET,

PHONE MAIN 223. CHICAGO.

Special attention given to shipping orders.

EEmBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses. Carnations and Violets Specialties.

5) WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. <rmCA.CiO.

MONS. Ol.SEN.

lIOItACE K. HUGHES.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 47si;. Consignments Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES.

FLORISTS'
VASES.

METS,
BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,
ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

HORTICULTDRAL AUCTIONEERS,

FLORAL DESIGKS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.50 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

@S|^f{o?eli>ai^ MarfteL*.

Cut Flowers.

NEW York. April ;.

Roses. Perle. Cusln.Wattevllle 2.U0® 3.0U

Meteor, Mermet. Bride 2.00® tj. 00

Bridesmaid, La t^rance 3.00® S.OO

Beauty b.Omib.W

Hybrids 5.00(9'.!5 00

Jacqs 2.00® .S.OO

Carnations 1 00® 3.00

Harrlsll Lilies . 2.00® 4 (JU

Violets 50® .75

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Daffodils. Tulips 2.00® 3.00

MlKnonette 1.00® 6.00

Smilax 10.00@12.00

Asparagus SO. OO

Adlantum 1.00

Lilacs, per bunch : 50@1.00

Boston. April 0.

Roses, Nlphetos, Gontler 2.00® 4,00

Perle, Sunset 3.00® 4.00

" Bride, Mermet 4.0(1® 0.00

Jacqs B.00®15.00

Brunner IU.OO®40.00

Carnations 1.00® 2., iO

Violets 60® .75

IlurrlsM 8 00® S.OO

Lily of the valley, daffodils, 3.00® 4 00

Astllbe 1.00® 2.00

MlKUonette 2.00® 4.00

Adlantum l.OO

Smllax 10.00®12.00

Asparagus . 50.00

Primroses, per bunch 12c

Ueath.per bunch 50

PHLLADELPHIA. April 'J.

Roses, Perle, Gontler, Nlphetos. . 3.00® 4.00

Cusin, Wattevllle, Hoste 3.00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 6.00® ti. 00

Kalserln, Bridesmaid. Testout 6.00® 3.00

Belle. Beauty 10.00®-25.00

Lalngs 12.50®25.00

Brunner 26.00®40 00

Jncqs 10.00S15.0O

Carnations, H. Keller 6.00

Ophelia, Sweetbrler 3.00

Edna Craig 3.00

good ordinary 2.00® 3.00

Violets 1.00® 2.00

Mignonette 1.50® 2.00

Asparagus 60.00®76.00

Harrlell lilies 6.00® 8.00

Callas 6.00® 8.00

Sweet peas 2.00® 3.00

Tulips 4.*® 5.00

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00@40.00

Smllax ..15.00®2O.00

Chicago, April 10

Koses, Beauty 8.00®:iO.00

Hybrids .... 25.00

.liicqs 12-00®16.00

Bride 4.00® 5.00

La France 4.00® 5.00

Mermet 3.00® 4.00

Meteor 4.00® 6.00

Bridesmaid 6 00® 7.00

Carnations 1.00® 1.60

fancy Z.C'O

Harrlsll 6.00® 8.00

Romans 2.00

Valley, Tulips 2.00® 3.00

Dutch hyacinths 4 00® 6.00

Daffodils 2.00® 3.00

Violets 80® 1.00

Mignonette 2.00® 2.50

ST.LoniS, April 0.

Roses, Perles, Nlphetos, Wootton 2.00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. Meteurs 4.0U® 6.00

Wattevllle. Hoste, Cusln 3.00® 6.00

Bridesmaid 4.00® (i. 00

La France. Albany 3.00® 4. OO

Beauty 6 O0®:«.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.76

fancy 1.26® 2.00

short 75® 1.00

Valley 2.0O® 4 00

Harrlsll , 6.C0®10.00

Oallas 4.00® 6.00

Smllax 16.00

Adlantum 1.26

CINCINNATI. April 9.

Roses, Beauty 10.00®25.00

Mermet. Bride 4.00® 6 00

Testout 8.00

Perle 3.00

Carnations 1.00® 3.0O

Tulips 3.00

Narcissus 3.00

DalTcidlls 2.00® 3.00

Valley 3.00

Romans 2.0O

Violets 75® 1.00

Callas, Harrlsll 6 00® 8.00

I'arislcs 60® 1 00

Smllax 12.50

Adlantum 1.00

BUFFALO. April 0.

Roses, Beauties 16.0u®2.i.OO

Jacqs, Brunners 10 0K<»15 00

Mermet, Bride. 6.00® 7. OO

Meteor 6.liO@IO.00

Gontler, Perle Hoste 4.00® 6.00

Cusln. Wattevllle 4.00® 6.00

Callas, Harrlsll S.00®10.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.60

Daybreakand Wm. Scott 1.60® 2 00

Valley 3 to® 4.00

■ VIol.-ts 60.® .76

Tulli.s. Daffodils 3.00® 4.00

Uonmns .... 2.00® 3.00

Piinsles. Forget-me-not 1 00

MlKMonette, 1.00® 2.00

Smllax 16.00@20.00

Adlantum I..*

Asparagus 50.00

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

After Easter Weddings,

PURE WHITE LILAC

Seasonable, Choice, Appropriate.

ALSO ALL OTHER DESIRABLE
STOCK.

CAN SUPPLY IN ANY QUANTITY
DESIRED.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr., Sl^^

20 W. 24ih Street, NEW YORK.

WALTER F. StiERIDflN,

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street MEW YOhK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application,

JOHN YOUNG.

winoiesaie Fiorisi

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

J^" Send for quotations on Choice Stock.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IH

Cut ^Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART.

WH0LE8SLE FLORIST,

117 W- 30th ST., NEW YORR.

fhe Oldeit Eitablished Comtnission House in N. Y.
LARGE SHIPPING TRADE CAREFUL PACKINQ.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street.

NEW YORK: CITY.

Established 1879

MiLLANG BROsTi

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST 2HTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange, 408 E, 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W 29th Street. NEW YORK,

WH0LE8ILE FLORIST.

Careful f^Vippins: to all parts of the country
I'rice list on application.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

wo. S BEACON STREET,
Near Tremont St., BOSTON. MASS.

8GG

The American Florist.

April 12,

^fte 3®««^ lIrQc|e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrRPEX. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
DON. secretary and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jose, at Toronto. Ont.

Chas. a. Reeser, seedsman and florist,
Springfield, Ohio, is reported to have as-
signed.

Peas AND Beans are very short; onion
seed continues to move fairly at the low
prices.

TwENTV-TWO Dutch travelers in the
bulb trade are said to be in America at
this time.

The MiddletowD, Conn., Tribune of
March 13 prints an engraving of the seed
store of Fred. P. Burr & Co. with a de-
scriptive article noting the large increase
in their business since they started 16
years ago.

The catalogue mail trade has suffered
greatly from the cold, damp and unsea-
sonable weather of the past 15 days, the
receipts falling off Irom 35 to 50 per tent.
Grave doubts exist whether the trade will
come on again as actively as in March.
The total trade for the season is now cer-
tain to fall behind last year considerably.

Do YOU WANT a list of firms in the trade
that issue catalogues, with key showing
proportion of space given each branch of
the trade in same? You will find such a
list in our trade dirtctorv and reference
book for 1S94-. Price $2.00.

Tuberoses. . .

DWARF PEARL and TALL DOUBLE.

FINE. SOUND BULBS

1st Size $1.00 per 100; $8 00 per 1000

2nd Size 60 " 5.00

BROWN &, CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

Begonias and Palms

BEGONIA Metallica. fine plants, -finch, $10 00

3-inch, 8 00

De Lesseps. " 4 inch, 10 00

PALMS, well-grown Kentia Fosleriana, .5-incli

pots. 30 to 36 inches high. $1.5 00 per doien.

BROWN & CANFIELD,

''I'HIM.I-IKI.D, ILL.

WATER LILIES.

-^^SEEO. TUBERS AND ROOTS.

Now IS the time t<j sow seed ol Water
Lilies and Nelumbiums, and plant Hardy vari-
eties. Seed Soc. trade pk'. Dormant tubers
and roots hy mail

mm. THICKER, Clifion. N. J.

Latania Borbonica.

From 6-inch pots, 21 inches hiKh, with
5 to 7 characteristic leaves.

(1.00 each: (8.00 per doien: (75.00 per hundred.
Price of imaller tiret on application

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

167 W Maamas Bt , ASBIAtf, MICH

MiTfitlon Ani«*r1rfin Klort.t.

WANTED TO EXCHANGE

Several lh<.uTincl linr Caliiorriia Calla hulhs

in three grades, fur first-class Narcissus

and Roman llvacinth stock

Arl'IrrM W X, i.->rr Anicrioin I'loriit.

OH K«'r i-V I IT *•

TIm- Iwrrfi- Tnrlflh-* Ntiinl«t. I'limuori dnrt Jnpnii
'f'hf lM-«t ifraft'") iri«>*. »!*'» •4'«xlllr»u« ffthiT niil

xmok I'l vii'ti*ir

THE WM. H. MOON CO . Morritvllle. Pa.

EIstAlolislxed 1830.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN,

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HfADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCIHC BU BS.
Wtiolesale Importers should v»^rite us for Prices.

OCK NKW TK.VDE LIST NOW READY.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

<s.^ss£;iv H u;i»<i.

noi:,i^A.i«r>,

GROWERS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC,

A.SK: I^OE, CA.T.A.X.OG-ITE}.

F». X^'OJift, of tl:ie> fii-ixa

P. VOS & CO., Bulb Growers,

SASSENHEIM. near Haarlem, HOLLAND,

Is at present making a tour of the United States, and all communications directed to me at
MEYERS' HOTEL, HOBOKEN, N. J., will have prompt and careful attention.

tM.

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2

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0

f

.>iujill(jii Alijuriunii r lurlst.

HolsGDosGti BrotHers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs 0 Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possitile prices lor next July, Aug-
ust and Seplemher delivery.

HLLSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITT.

After May 1. '94. address Will lie ENGLEWOOO. N J.

SUMMER DEyVERY.

iiti':i:>iAs. 1,11,. i.MNdtKi.o-
m >i. « Ai,i,,\s, <ii':>i <\Li,.\s.

A MAIIVLLIS, CAI.IKOiCMA
nil. Its, llrodlii'iiH, (?ul(>f-lii>rt iiH,
I ilrlllKi i.i~. Tit I- i: I'KKN NTK.MS. iiikI Aiih-
tru I.I II I'aliii s,.,.||m. -..-fKl formirNKW I'ltlcKl.lHT.

H. H. BERGER & CO..

Eilabliihed 111711 SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

GflTflLOGUE. PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYFING.

hone with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFarland Go.

. . . IIAKUINili;i«!, I-A.

FIFTY THOUSAND

PEARL TUBEROSES

F. O. B. NEW YORK.

We offer selected bulbs of above, from four

to six inches in circumference, for

present shipment, at |9.00 per

1000. Orders accepted subject

to being unsold.

oWllI I lAO) California grown.

We are headquarters for C?litornia
grown Sweet Peas, and parties desiring
to contract for their requirements for
season of 1894, will do well to write
for prices

SUNSET SEED & PLANT GO.

(SHERWOOD HALL NURSERY CO.)
427-9 Sansome St.. Sau FraUCiSCO, C&l.

2SS =

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/. • S .J 'J

lllvKK.MANN'S SKIil) STOHK

I l.'l l:iiHl .'Mill Slri>i>t, , I

Nenr I.<miu IbIhihI Kerry. NKW YOKK, ,i

<' |>li'lii Ntock of I <

\l i:<-jiMii,iii hli- I'riei-H f

I'HICI. I.ls'l I KKK ii.N" ArlM.lCA'I'KI.N I

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867

HOLLAND

FORGINLBULBS

Our Specialties for this
Season will be

All Leading
J Varieties.

HYACINTHS

Small, pure white Hyacinths, to suc-
ceed the Romans.

Scarlet van Thol Tulips, La Reine,
Chrysolora and other market vars.

Double Van Sion Daffodils in any
quantity.

Narcissus Bicolor Horsfieldii, Sir Wat-
kin, Poeticus ornatus, Albus planus
odoratus.

Spirjea compacta multiflora and Spirsa
astilboides, two new sorts now much
in demand in Europe.

Lilies and other bulbs and bulbous
roots for forcing, etc.

Send list of what you need to

SEGERS & CO.

BULB GROWERS,

LISSE, near HaarlGin, Holland, EurODe.

Registered cable address SEGERSCO. Lisse, Holland.

ESTABLISHED 1874.

One cuBtomer writes: '"The bulbs received of you
last fall were very satisfactory." And anoiher wrote
last October: "The bulbs you forwarded us have
opened up very satisfactory Indeed, being fine, large
bulbs, and in good condition."

We Book Orders Now for

GYGLSMEN SEEDS,

Kuropean strain, the best in the world.

LILIES OF THE VSLLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
AT IMPORT PRICES.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,

122 B. 23rd Street. NEW YORK

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

DREER'S
Garden Seeds,

Plants, Bulbs & Requisites.

They are the best at the
lowest prices. Trade List is-
sued quarterly, mailed free
to the trade only.

HENKY A. DREER,
Philadelphia, Fa.

TRY

PLANTS! BULBS!!

" Everythlnpc appertalnin, to the Farm
^ and Garden of the best and choicest
quality. PRICES RIGHT.

Catalogue on application.

WEEBER&DON.
114. Chambers St.. New York Citv. I

Tags Printed to Order

Sl/e'.".,.\r. liiflies per 101)0*1.511; .H«JO Jtl.OO

Sl/.i':.',\iii._. IncheB perVdO 2 OO; .'MllO V.OO

For utiKT slzL's write for prices. Address
S.\I\lUf.L WHITTON ruiNTEU, rtica, N. V.

Pleask mention ttie A^ekicam Florist
everv time vou wrrite to an advertiser.

_THE American Florist Co.'s

DIRECTORY

■OF-

FLORISTS,

NURSERYMEN

AND SEEDSMEN

■ OF THE ■

UNITED STATES AND CANADA,

■AND-

REFERENCE BOOK,

_ FOR 1894,

IS NOW READY

CONTENTS..

The names and addresses of all the Florists, Nurserymen and Seedsmen in the
United States and Canada, arranged alphabetically in States and Provinces, the
exact branch of the business each is engaged in being indicated by the following

KEY

D
N
X
S

z

A

Florists who do a general local trade, having greenhouses and retailing

the product of same.

Florists who grow cut flowers or plants for the wholesale market and

who do not sell at retail. Almost always within a short distance of a

large city.

Retail store florists who have no glass of their own. Nearly always

in the large cities.

Wholesale commission dealers in cut flowers.

Nurserymen.

Those who are both Nurserymen and Florists.

Seedsmen.

Those who are both Seedsmen and Florists.

Those who combine all the branches, viz.: Florists, Nurserymen

and Seedsmen.

• • • • ALSO • • • •

A list of Trade Organizations, both National and Local, with names and addresses of prin-
cipal officers, time and place of meetings and date of organization.

Statistics regarding Floriculture, the Nursery Industry and Seed Growing from the last U.
S. Census report.

A list of firms in the trade that issue catalogues, with a key indicating the prominence of
each branch of the trade in same.

A list of leading Cemeteries in which attention is paid to Ornamental Horticulture.

A list of leading Park buperintendents and of the Botanical Gardens of the United States.

Seasonable Hints for the year about the practical work of the Florist, written by Wm.
Scott, giving instruction not only when to do certain work, but how to do it
most effectively and economically.

A complete alphabetical list of Roses in commerce in America, brought up to date and of
incalculable value for reference.

Similar lists of Chrysanthemums and Carnations.

Historical sketches to date of the Society of American Florists, American Carnation Soci-
ety, National Chrysanthemum Society of America, Florists' Hail Association,
American Seed Trade Association and American Association of Nurserymen.

A list of Leading Horticultural Societies.

Full and accurate information about Express and Postage rates.

868

The American Florist.

April 12,

Toronto.

March just past was 7° higher thanthe
average of 53 years, the mean tempera-
ture being 35° and a decimal. The
weather since Easter has been cold but
outdoor gardening operations are now
beginning, which at least looks as if spring
was here. The poets have however
scarcely been able to get up enough en-
thusiasm to break out into verse yet.

I omitted to mention in my last notes
that many more of the churches in this
city than in former years decorated with
plants and flowers for Easterday. Public
opinion has changed a great deal in this
respect during the last few years. For-
merly some of the denominations who
now decorate extensively, held that to
adorn a church with flowers was not to
be thought of.

Trade lately has been gradually taper-
ing off' to a pretty fine point and prices
have likewise been undergoing the same
process. Xciw that business has settled
into the ordinary work-a-day rut again
and florists can take a calm retrospect of
the Easter trade, most of them seem to
be fairly well satisfied and to consider
that things have not gone back at all in
spite of the universal hard times. E.

Bethlehem, Pa.

It is with feelings of pleasure I write
you that we have had a mild March
which brought all stock forward finely.
From Monday until Wednesdav Easter
week the weather was fine, Thursday
and part ol Friday we had rain which
dampened our spirits and sales to a con-
siderable extent, Friday noon it cleared
and our spiritual thermometer went to
the 90° mark, and by Saturday night all
fljrists were cleaned out of everything
that had a flower on it. Sales were one-
fifth larger than last year. Azaleas,
hydrangeas, genistas, astilbe, Harrisii
lilies, hyacinths and tulips sold best. In
cut fl jwers the demand run to bunches of
loose, or boxed for mailing, roses and
carnations being preferred. Designs went
slow. Our sales are mostly for cemetery
decoration, which is an extensive custom
here. Jacob A. Fries.

To the Florists.

1 am ready now to kItc a Wnl wUhoiit cunt fur ke«p-
InK cut rlowLTR or piunta In bloHWjni p4;rfectly frt'Hh
anil full 111 TitaJll) fiir nt leant leii iliiy». Anyiine
denlrlnii to hare nucli a U»l lain klihI niu BpeelineiiB
of wlial Ihey may ilenire lo Uxt. mnrkeil unO neiiled,
■t Nil OH Koiilh W'Hler strej-t. nnil I will return
Ihem Ui the M'nOer In ■* r,r lit flaya for tlieir Inapectlon.

A« I lia»e ili-clile<l Uj liullil prewrrurii for Klorlnta.
etc . anil nn I dun t ile-Ire anyone to npirnd any money
riefon? Ihey know what tliey net. I make the atjuvo
proiMjaltlon to iflve a tent to anyM>dy who ilentren one,

AddreM The Allegrntti Refrigerator Co..
Ho 68 South Water St . CHICAGO

Tuberous Begonias.

<,ltlH-l\> ^^TIIAI.N

.M<'dHl Attunleil 111 Worlil'a I'lllr.

We are hi-aili|tianeni for the almre. the Tlneat ntrnln In
the world Hi-nil for llliliitrHtisI di.fu.-rlptlve laitaloKUe
with ivjpirluht eiiiirnvlni/* II li-ll- «<.ii rill alHiiit them.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thoi. CriKin. Mqr. Wfilbur) Slalion, L. I.. N. Y.

Farfugium Grande,

Fine plnnl«, f7 flO p<T liuiiilrcd; Ijy mail,
prolpaPI, II W) |K-r ilozrn. Voti will make •
miatakr If you fail to Kcurc a aloclc of tlila.
alwaya >airce plnnt, nt the nliovc low price.

No. 'ii't (iro\e streri, \l lOIICA. II. I,.

Alwavh mention the Amkkican I-'lo-
Rl»T when writioK to advertiaers.

It will pay every Florist who is inter-
ested in the

to send for our Illustrated Catalogue of
new seedling carnations.

.■^--THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.

Of these popular and valuable Grasses we offer strong roots:

Eulalia gracillima univittata, $6 per loo; $50 per 1000.

" Japonica variegata, 6 per 100; 50 per 1000.

" " zebrina (Zebra Grass) 8 per 100.

F. O. B. for casb with order.

J. T. LOVETT, Little Silver, N. J.

Stove, Greenhouse and Hardy

lants,

VEGETABLE AND FLOWER
AND

Orchids,

stove, Greenhouse ar

Plants,

VEGETABLE AN

Seeds

OtllDS Wholesale

IlifflioHt OiiJtlity, Lowest I'rires.
<.'(»rrespoinleiH-** S(»lic'ite<l.

PITCHER & MANDA.

United States Nurseries. SHORT HILLS. N.J.

SJeMt&Wadiey,

rose hill nurseries,
New Roghelle, N. Y.

Palms,
ORCHIDS,

Roses,

azid Pf&'SPV F»lontsi.

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &. Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A Kriiml witrtli.ii fur Muvr. (Jri'ciilKHinr iiriil (on-
wrvuUtry ...

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. DImmuck will tw itli>nMi><l in InU'rvlow

liiiYiTu t»r reply lo nnjr (vitiiiinmlrnll'in mldrfiiM'd to
liliii Hi :5i:. (;n*..ri»I.-Ii S'^t,. N.-w Vork city.

ORCHIDS SUITABLE^^H^TRAOE

'I'lio I^eadlii^ Uliicibi for
cut flower purposes.

I. FORSTERMAN.

NEWTOWN, I. I.. N. Y.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

CARNATIONS^^

Rooted Cuttings Ready Now.

Silver Spray Wni. Scott E. Piersou

Ki/./.ie ;>le(;o\vau liaybreak Portia

Ithinehe Edna Craig- W''ah>«sh

GolUenllate Annie l*L\ley F. >langold

*f. J. HarriHoa M Albertial 'I i a I Wave
T. Cartledf^e Nancy Haiik8 l>r. Smart

ThcBC and uthcr staudurd sorts nt miirket prices.

Varieties of 1894 Ready April Ist.

TheStuart (scarlet) was awarded the gold medal

at Indianapolis. Uncle John (white), Helen

Keller (variegated) received certificate of merit at

same place. Goldfinch (yellow) and E. A. Wood,

SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST.

GEO. HANCOCK4SON,

GRAND HAVEN. MICH.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

lieaily for Mhlpnu'iit from duly (o S<-|>ii*ml>er.

Calla Aethiopica. fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum. ready for shipment October from
1 to March 1">. ISit'j.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Iris Kaempferi. in 100 clioicc vsiritiies.

Japanese Maples, in best vaiittus.

Camellias. P%onles. Tree Ferns. Raphis. Cycas
Revoluta. siipei b growing plants with fine folinge
from 2) cents to S-i each; fresh imported stems,
t'-ue long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut oflf, de-
livered from March, IH9o.

For general Japanese stock r.p])ly to

F. Gonzalez & Co..

303 to 312 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

CARNATIONS,

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
HYDRANGEAS.

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

Si'iid l<»r Trailr l.lHt .

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood A«'. and 5811) St.. PHILADELPHIA PA.

When wrltltik' iinMith.ii tlu' A M KIUCA .N KInHrHT

Hardy Water Lilies.

.N\ .MI'll.l'I.V (hhiriilM. liir'Ki' rlil^iniiix fl.UO

(Iluiintuu. " l.UO

Minor, '■ 1.00

HOBon. •• 2.CJ0

" KoMict'ii. " ... 1.(10

TTilwnii.li. ■• I.(]0

GEORGE FARRANT. Salem, N. C.

US Boots.

I'At ni Mill'. •_• II nd ;i vciirH nid.
llarr'H >lMitiiiiol li, 4*<inov«*r'H ColoHHal an<l

I'lllllH'M

THE WM. H. MOON CO., Morrisville. Pa.

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869

CARNATIONS.

McGowan, Spray, Portia, Darling, Dorner,
Freeman and Aurora at $1.25 per 100 or $10,00
per 1000.

Daybreak and Edna Craig at $2.00 per 100 or
$17 50 per 1000.

Annie Pixley and Helen Keller at $10 per 100.
Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

COLEUSi

Fine assortment, clean cuttings, at .75 per
100 or $e <X) per 1000.

Alternanthera, transplanted plants, at $8.00
per 1000.

Scabiosa (■^now Crest), the finest white in
the world, .90 per 100 or $7..50 per 1000.

Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L.B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

PANSIEST

Seedling plants at $5 00 per 1000. Blooming
plants at $12.00 and $15.00 per 1000. The same
good strain I always have.

Verbena, seedling plants of mammoth
strains, extra fine. Cuttings are not in it
with these plants; .90 per 100 or $7.50 per 1000.

Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, LB. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

CARNATIONS

l^ltr VERBENAS.

Rooted Cuttings or Plants.

New French Cannas; Chrys. Geo, S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia Trailing Queen; and many
other fine Novelties.

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

VICK & HILL,

»»»»»». -ROCHESTER, N. T.

CARNATIONS

footed Cuttings, Now Ready.

Per 100 Per 1000

DAYBREAK $2 50 820 00

BUTTERCUP 400 3500

PURITAN 2 00 15 00

SILVER SPRAY .... 1 50 10 00

LIZZIE McGOWAN 1 50 10 00

GRACE WILDER 1 50 10 00

PORTIA 1 50 12 00

Canh with order. 10c. per 100 extra
when ordered shipped by mail.

Send for wholesale price list of Rooted Cuttings
and Plants.

JAWES HORAN, Florist, Bridgeport, Conn.

^«= JACQUEMINOT

. . CA.I«lVA.TIOJV

iB endoreed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
MOKK •^A.M PL KS— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per doaen, S3. 00: per 100, flO.lX); per 1000.
$80.00. 350 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

KLLIS. Norfollt Co., MASS.

|1|^ are now tilling promptly all orders

11 L Ada Buron and Nicholson

. . . CARNATIONS.

They are the cream of the year.
Send for circular to

JOSEPH BRECK & SONS,

tCUltPOUATIO.V),

^ ■•— ^■■^"'■' MAS.S.

Rooted CARNATION Cuttings. Trans.

Per 100 planted

Hlnze's White ».".') »1.00

Lanibom 76 1.25

Lizzie McGowan 1.00 1.,tO

OraceWUder 1.00 1.50

Portia 1.25 1.60

Aurora, 1 5U "2 00

Dreer" 8 Double Petunia, 2-lnch pots. . . 2.0U

J. T, DeWITT, Bristol, Pa.

ADDITIONAL

EVIDENCE OF THE VALUE iiUri CM |^C| I CD"
OF THE NEW CARNATION ntLtll NCLLLn

May be gleaned from the following letter, dated March 26; received from that
practical florist Mr. Wm. Scott, Buffalo, N. Y., who writes as follows:

■•The box Of flowers of "HKLEN KELLER" arrived In most excellent order on Friday A. M.
1 assure you 1 am much obliged to you. They are WON KERFITL in size and stem, and In keeping
qualities, also. They were a revelation to me. 1 want 350 of them."

PRICE FOR WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS:

$3.00 per dozen: $12.00 per 10O: $25.00 per 250: $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS MAY BE SEXT EITBER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

or

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT. N. J.

4 NEW GflRNflTIGNS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink, variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per 1Q0; $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 1893 varieties from Headoaarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. Scott, (the most profit-
able pink carnation grown); Mme. Diaz Albertlnl.
EUz. Reynolds, Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Major Bonnaffon, the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.
M0NEY=GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First-
Class in every way.

Note, before you order elsewliere. that
we offer the above and twenty other ijood
varieties of Carnations, well established
In soli, ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery in April— at the price of cut-
tings from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Craig:
Albertini
Daybreak
Cartledge
McGowan
Portia

ALEX.

McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

SWEETBRIER

Received lat Premium for "best seedllnK of any color"

at Phlla., Nov. 7, 'ffl. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought K.OO per 100 wholesale, at J. K.

JYeeman's, Washington, last winter.

"I like Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale.
"Sweetbrler Is all that can be desired."

W. A. Manda.
Rooted cuttings, SIC.OO per 100; $80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1, 'W.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS. $3.00 per 100; 525.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KKNNETT SQUARE, PA.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW RE.41)Y.

Wm. Scott, Edna Craig, Daybreak, Thos. cartledge.
Buttercup, McGowan. and many of the standard kinds.
Orders filled for the New varieties,

Stuart, Uncle .lolui, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, ,\iinie rixley, Houtoii d'Or.

C!. J. i»:eivoic:>c3BL,
The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co., PA.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced
Largest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO.,
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

COJUE>XJS.

Our stock is large and handsome, consisting of

70 to 75 varieties, including the very

newest kinds.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at 86.50 per 1000 by express; in 20
varieties, at 81.00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at $2,00
per 100 by mail.

Golden Verschafleltii and Mrs. I. D. Haight (yellow),
at $8.00 a 1000. IVe will include at least 50 cut-
tings of the new kindi, in every 1000 purchased.

CARNATIONS.

A large slock of BUTTERCUP in prime condition.

Rooted Cuttings, 85.00 per 100; $40 00 per 1000.

Prices of other kinds on application.
Send for circular. Safe delivery guaranteed in

all cases.

W. R. Shelmire,

. . . AVONBAI.E, FA.

Mention American Florist.

50,000 Carnations.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.
NO "BUST."

SEISTD I'OH. LIST.

p. o. Box aae. kennett .square, pa.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immodiate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
ior price list.

JOS. RENARO. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Chrysanthemums!

Write for list and prices. Prices
to suit the times.

PAN.SIES, from cold frame, first size, B5. 00 per lOOO;
second size, flS.OU per lOOO.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

BOUTON D^OR,

The best Yellow CAENATION. Ready May 1st.
Price K.OU per dozen; Sill. 10 per hundred.
DAIIiIiEDODZE BROS., Flatbush. L. I.. N. Y.

iLE DIRECTORY

For 1894

IS NOW READY._^^
Price $2.00.
AMERICAN FLORIST CO.

870

The American Florist.

April 12^

New Orleans Horticultural Society.

The seventh annual exhibition of" this
society was held at the Washington Ar-
tillery Hall March 29 to April 1 inclusive.
Taking all things into consideration, this
was the largest and finest exhibition ever
held in the city, though some things weri.-
not up to the standard owing to the unu-
sually cold weather preceding the show,
which made flowers scarce.

In cut flowers, designs and decorations
there was some fine work from C. W.
Eichling, C. Eble and U. J. Virgin, C.
Eble being fi'st for mantel and C. W.
Eichling first for table decoration, both
using very fine flowers. M. Cook and J.
H. Menard made a fine display, also R. E.
Simons, not for competition. The large
groups of palms made a great feature of
the show. In the classes for private gar-
deners H. Papworth and John St. Maud
ran very close in the collection of foliage
plants, the prize (a sewing machine) go-
ing to Mr. Papworth. In Mr. St. Maud's
group was the finest Adiantum Farley-
ense ever seen here. H. Papworth also
took two prizes for orchids. In the flo-
rists' classes M. Cook and C. Eble took
several plant prizes; J. H. Menard and E.
Valdejo were also successful exhibitors.
Several of the local seedsmen also made a
nice display.

The society was greatly aided by prom-
inent people of the city, who showed their
interest by several special prizes. E. G.
Hill of Richmond, Ind., gave a special
prize tor geraniums, J. C. Vaughan of
Chicago, special for World's Fair cannas,
and Jas. R. Pitcher of Short Hills, N. J.,
special silver medal for collection of flow-
ering and foliage anthurinras. H. P.

Greenfly.

Ed. Am. Florist: In the November,
1893, number ot Insect Life, issued by
the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture, on page
15, remedies tor aphis are given. The one
most favored is a resinous solution made
by dissolving the resin with caustic soda
or carbonate of soda. The efltct upon
greenfly is immediate. If any of your
subscribers have tried it, it would be very
interesting to h?ve thtm note the results
in the Florist. F. C. Curtis.

Marie Louise

Hooted Cuttings, $5 oo per 1000.
ANCHORAGE ROSE CO.,

^^ ANCHORAGE KY.

BEST GERMAN

PANSY PLANTS.

J5.UJ per 10(j(j. 75 (.cms per lOO.
Cash with order.
JOHN P. TONNER, Mont Clare, III.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

0( All Uv^i rlpthiii.
VorlxmK. Hi'll'itri'iN*. t-uclmla. (.liliiim. I'vtunlu. ilouhli*
whlU- antl Tnrli'ifiiUMl; (jeranluni .Mt.of pimjw, Miijc,
Hn. •r-'i il'wtTlrtu (Kin. pink. <nhi*niia, <i<*rnian Ivy.
I > varlctfatcd an(lx«br1nB,(,'arniitlonB.oU;.,

:,t« RtrmiK. f.'.U) \H'T KJU.
* itrr>aiitli(*niiiiriii \Vhi>|i'«iiili' fill Klowcm.

ADDftBSH F. A. HAENSELMAN,

D«n**rCity Murieriet, \Uix l!))l. South Denver. Colo

At Hair Price till May Ist.

To c uftu imt aurplua I olTur :tOOO HiiiIims riitntii,
Ktnjnic. 1 TVAf. At IIU.UU %mt lUil'. f'noh inuiit n<M?i>iif
MOT or(l<<r

JOH. K. IIONMAI.I^. Htilfiii, Ohio.
MwQUoD Amcrloui KluriRi

Bargains in Hardy Herliaceous Piants.

CLEMATIS DAVIDIANA $ 6.00 per 100 $ 50.00 per 1000

BLUE DAY LILY (Funkia ovata) 5.00 " 40.00 "

GAILLARDIA GRANDIPLORA 7.00 " 60 00 "

HEMEROCALLIS DUMORTIERl 6 00 " 50.00 "

LOBELIA CARDINALIS 6.00 " 50.00 "

PARDANTHUS SINENSIS (Blackberry Lilv ) 5.00 " 35.00 "

PERENNIAL PHLOX, fine named sorfs 6.00 " 50.00 "

SEDUMMAXIMOWICKSII 6.00 " 50.00 "

MAXIMU.Vf 6 00 " 50.00 "

RAGCtED ROBIN (Lychnis viscaria, fl. pi.) 8.00 " 75 00 "

HERBACEOUS P^EOHIES, named or in colors... 15.00 " 125.00 "

All fine strong plants. 500 other varieties at low rates for strictly bang-up stock.
!@"F. 0. B. for cash with order.

J. T. LOVETT CO., Little Silver, N. J.

GftRYSflNTHEMUMS^ "^.""o^oYt...

THROW OUT TH05E OLD TIMERS, AND STOCK UP WITH THE BEST. VOU CAN
AFFORD IT AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES.

Plants from 2-inch pots, grown cool, strong and stocky and guaranteed TRUE to name.
Nlyeus. Pres. Wm. R. Smltli. Mabel SImpklDS. Golden WddlnK. Mrs. F. L. Ames. Parthenla. Dr. 11. I). Hull,
Miles A. Wheeler. Emily LadenburK. Mrs. Jerome Jones. Flora Ulll. Minnie Wanamaker. Dr. Callendreau. Harry
E. Wldener, Harry Balsley. Etolle de Lyon. Hoslyn. Bda Prass. Tu.xedo, Harry May, Hicks Arnold. Geo. W.
Cbllds. Col. Wm. B. Smith. Emma Hltzeroth, Mrs. H. F. SpauldlnR.

1 each above *i5 varieties for 39>1.00. 5 each above 25 varieties for i9i4.50.

lit eacli above 25 varieties for #8.00.

CASH WITH ORDER. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. SEND FOR "MUM" CIRCULAR.

H. W. TURNER, Chrysanthemum Specialist, Sharon, Pa.
HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS.

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CUIvXIVAXION OF XHE ROSE,

And Other Flowering Plants for Cut Flowers, sent to any address

npon receipt of $2.00. I\a. a. hunt, Xerre Haule, Ind.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

100,000 VERBENAS.

Fine pot plants. $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings. $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the larffest ffrowers of VerbeiuiH in the country. Our (tales reaching: laHt year
215,500. Our plants tills year fully equal, if not NUrpaHti. any we liave ever f;ruwu.

Fansies, 50,000.

The .lennlnKS strain cif larKC tlowerlin; uikI fancy
paiiHleH now ready Fine liirt^e blciuinlnK plnntH. nil
coloFH. r-'.UO per fuO; f\:>.m ner UlWl. Medium b1/.o
plantM, fnr May hloomlnn. ^'LiW per 10(10 by KxprcMt*;
*X)c. per lOU by mall.

i*an(iy Seed, jiure white %\ per pkt. of 'iMJU aocds,

ijiFKe yellDW. dark eye, fl

HnowHake DiilsleM. fine plants. 12 per 100.

Kxtra tine Htrain of (jormnn Daloten. lartio and
duiibte. white, pink and red, ml.xed nr Huparat*;, F-.ll'
per luu. ('ash with order.

ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

WnoLEHAI.p: I'ANSV (iltoU'KK.

ixMk nox r,i srxTiiroicT. conn

RUBBERS.

free urown, three to i'i(;lit tiranches, very
line stock, |;i2.00 to |25.00 per dozen.

PALMS, leadinK varieties at bnttoni prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

■fiun Mli'lilKHn Ave., 4'lli('.\(iO, 11,!..

Imperliil <htiiiiiii ihIximI. iiimi Htniiii III ilin market;
liirK*' Mtork pliiritM. nnmL all In hlooin.

'ilnrhcn In dlnnii'ler n Mi \tvT lUU: lib. HI per KIIHI

-t U><'> Inchrn 111 ilhimctiT .. 4. Ill

VKKItK.N As Hybrid mlxe^l. verr ntninu plants.

Ini'.lnr-li |k*|ji r.f,bU per flKl; raillll |>or lUHl

IUkiUmI Ciiltlnuh 76 IJ.IIO

Namph! on appllrjitlon. (tanh with nrder.

1'4\ MitrlnltH Ave.. LA.NTA.S TKK, |*A.

BEADY FOR BUSINESS

Make known yotir wants and we
will be pleased to quote prices.

CATAUOGUES NOW READY. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

500,000 Strawberry Plants.

oi' ^:(i <]<)oi) \ AiciirriKs.

Ni). I i)lnnt» very low. fi.OOU ('()N<'()I(I>, J yuiim. iit
m.llOlicrlllUU. .'i,U(IU No. 2 DOIIlll.H I'KAKl. TIIIIK-

ItOSK.K I llowiTlnu bullm. utKI.UU pur IIXM; I'.UUO I'lir

K.UI. With iir without Hi'tH. StMiil for price lint to

CHAS. BLACK. Hightstown, N. J.

GRAPE VINES.

(I'OKKKiX.)

All thi« Iriiillim viirb'tlfH liir cuUlvutlon under kI'ihr.
In billnwlfiK hI/<'h; 1 yi'iir. -* yearn, and extra htnuiK.
AIho r<>ii<-lieH hihI S'retarliM'H »iiei!liiJly proimrotl
for X>>Tv\\\u III pi)tf4 iiiMl tulm ordern iHinked fur
Miieelally pn<piired rrullinu {>lniitN(d' \'liM>t4. Nectarlnos.
rcitcheH. Ktrawbcr Icm. Kail uT lH delivery.

JOHN Q. GARDNER,

GRAPt VINES For Florists.

with <iirii.H 1 In I, (ii'l h.iii;

n.lioil COM OICIIS. :; vfum ulcl, ».'..l«) piM- lOU.
THE WM. H. MOON CO., Morriaville. Pa.

1894.

The American Florist.

871

OUR

TRADE

DIRECTORY

AND

REFERENCE

BOOK

FOR

1894

IS

NOW

READY.

PRICE

$2.00.

AMERICAN

FLORIST

COMPANY,

p. 0. Drawer 164,

CHICAGO.

CANNA MME. CROZY. started plants. $1 per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, 52.60

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, from

2-inch pots. Splendid list ot varieties, my selec-
tion, $2.50 per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, my selection,

83.00 per 100.
CARNATION . entirely free from disease. One

hundred in assorted colors, my selection for $2.-50.
PANSIES, from finest seed to be had, $2.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment, 2-iuch, mv selection,

$3.00 per 100.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM, $2.00 per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS iCeutaurea Gymnocarpa), $2.00

per 100 for strong 2-inch.
ENGLISH IVY, 2-inch, %\ 00 per 100.

Any of the above plants 2-5 at the 100 rate.

IT. S. ORirFITH, Independence, Mo.
Independence Is well located for shipping, beinK 8
miles East of Kansas City. Mo.

Mention American Florist

10,000 ROOTED CUTTINGS OF
ALTERNANTHERA

p. MAJOR and A. NANA.
Fine stock and true, at 7.5c per 100; 86.00 per 1000.

Ready Aptil 15.

Also clumps of VIOLET Lady H. Campbell and

M. Louise, cheap.

HOFFMEYER, Florist, Carnegie, Pa.

Mention American Klorlat.

They Don't Break. Sold by all Dealers.
AV. B.CLEVES, Pat. & Mfr.. Bingliamton* N. Y.

m jv:ivi>

21^ '^J"^J' i\. Florence Vaughan,

Jtr^L^.kS^^' -A^^^- -*- -^ Per 100 $25.00,

■ il^T^T^A. True Little Gem,

^K -^^^ m^ -M^.^ ^ Per lOO 810.00-

% r^OT^Hir-/I>E^ Soupert Rose,

^^^ -"-^^-^ -■- .■-.M-.M..«-^.-«_^^-»-< Per 100, 2H inch, 84 00.
^<^ ^^ ...

H. P. ROSES. ETC.

H. P. Roses. 2 year old (budded), at $1U.£0 perlOU;

flOO.UU per 1000.
Madam G.Lulzet. Mabel Morrison. PrinceC.de Rohan.

Ulrlch Brunner, Mrs John Lalng. Ma^na Charta.

Giant des BatalUes. Duke of Edinburgh. Gen'i

Jaeq ton own roots), 12-18 Inches, fine stock, at Rs.UO

per lUO.
Prairie Queen and Baltimore Belle, at $8.00 per 100.
Tree Roses, fine tops. H. P. sorts, at $8.00 dozen.
Raspberries— Shaffers Colossal, at ¥1.25 per hundred.
GreRg^, at *1.00 per hundred.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

Gooseberries— Industry, 2 year old. at $10.00 per hun-
dred; 1 year old. at $.1.50.

Clematis— Jackmannl and Type. :i year old. ^80 per
dozen. SSS.UU per hundred: Jackmannl, 2 year old.
Dormant (pot grown), at J^-TS per dozen. *2T.0U per
hundred.

Hydrangeas Panlculata Grd.. 24-30 Inches, at $9.00 per
hundred

Hydrangeas Panlculata Grd.. 18-24 Inches, at $0.00 per
hunared.

Cycas Kevoluta stems, from 3 to 100 pounds each, at
\1}*i per pound.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Wasiiington St.,

CHICAGO.

KNIPHOFIA or TRITOMA CORALLINA.

A grand improvement upon the old K. grandiflora or Uvaria.

More pleasing by far in color, more refined in structure
and four times as floriferous.

Fine plants from 3-inch pots, % 6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000
Heavy plants, 2 years old, 10.00 "

Also K. grandiflora , strong plants, $8.00 per 100.
F. O. B. for cash with order.

J. T. LOVETT CO.. Little Silver, N. J.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF
E^Xv'VE^ietSOIV, SiII]3^:R'WOOr» Se, ^AH^EiTR,

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

Fruit anil Ornamental. Onrino' Plantlnar HandsomeDew
Grapes Shrubs. Roses, lor 0|JI lllg naHlMlgi 160 page

Axcardrd Several Medals at the M'orkl'n /Var. Catalogue -P;-ee.

Ellwan§:er & Barryr^Voe'hT.e^r" ^f v!'" '

PONT

I^"CATALOaUB ON API^LICATIOX.

Order your ITURSERY STOCK, FALMS or BTTLBS

until you have sent for the Wholesale Catalogue of

KNEPPER & VAN'T HOP,

NURSERYMEN,

[OXJX1.A.IVX3.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address QEQRQE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

HONEYSUCKLES.

Sweet-scented. ever-bloomlnR. white niid pink. lartre.
Held crown plants JSllO per 100: Wl.llU per 11111(1.

ANKMONE .tnpontca .\llia. lino for cnt flowers,
plants from 'Jlneli pots. Si (Kl per 1110; K:'. ml per IKKl.

CHUVSAN'rilKMUMS, (iolflen Weclclliij; uiol Cnod
Gracious, routed euttlugs. 84 K I per 100, I'lants from
pots, JU.OO per 100.

Would EXCHANGE for small palms.

EVENDEN BROS., Williamsport, Pa.

Mention American Florist.

10,000 GERANIUMS of the standard bedding
sorts, from 3 and 4-inch pots. :;

10,000 CARNATIONS, from 2>^-ineh pots'.
Also 5,000 Rooted Cuttings ready now.

30,000 ALTEKNANTHERA, ready April 1st,
of all the standard sorts.

700 strings of SMILAX, of which the aver-
age length is 7 feet.

Write for prices, as I will sell at a sacrlflee to make
room for other stuff.

MRS. GEO. R. FRAVELL, Marion, Ind.

Puop MAKfON AND Maple Heights

GllEENHUL'SES.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammotbs. 2M-inch pots fS.OO 325.00

rooted cuitlngs, 1.25 10 00

General collection, named, '■ " i.oo 8.00

■• 2Vi-lnch pots.... 2.50 20.00

Send for price list of Camallons, Chrysanthemum a

and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

872

The American Florist.

April 12^

St Paul, Minn.

Trade cortii ues fairly good, with no
pnr[icular change. Retail prices of cut
flowtrs remain rirm and the demand is
equal to the supply. Beauties are more
abundant and of better quality. Bulb-
ous stoik is about all gone and none of
the fl ri>ts rrg'et it. The opinion pre-
vail< that while vallev and Romans are
invalua'ile, and daffodils, tulips and
Du'Ch hyacinths are in demand at Eas-
ter the growing of many Dutch bulbs is
unprofitable and the results too uncer-
tain to warrant theirextensive use in fut-
ure. The profits on bulbous stock, as is
well known, are not large, and while the
labor, time and space in bringing them
into bloom is not great, the uncertainty
of sales and the growing popularity of
rosts, carnations ardcheap potted plants
will make our florists more cautious than
ever in buying bulbs. For bargain sales
in department stores they may be at-
tractive, but for certain profits in com-
mercial establishments they are not.

Frfvorable weather the past week gave
promise of an early spring and conse-
quent early demand for bedding plants.
Now that Easter flowers are out of the
way bidding plants have more space and
more attention and should be in prime
condition when wanted for planting out.
Our summers are short at the best and
people want large plants for immediate
effect when planting time arrives.

'Society has hardly recovered from the
Lenten lethargy. Several events, how-
ever, are booked for the near future and
with several weeks of gaiety before the
outing season arrives our florist friends
should feel much encouraged.

•'Glass Block" Donaldson, of our sister
city, is again selling cheap flowers. We
presume he buys them at home, as we
have not learned of any being sold him in
St. Paul. Department stores here have
also offered "cheap flowers"; whether
they really were cheap or not the writer
cannot say.

John May, the genial manager of L. L.
May's city store, has been passing the
cigars around. It's a boy and looks like
his daddy. Felix.

DtJBiNC a recent visit to the Quaker
City Machine Works, Richmond, Ind., we
were much interested in the special ma-
chinery used in the raanulacturc of their
Challenge Ventilating apparatus. Mr.
Evans is quite a genius in devising labor
saving machinery and iscontinually stud-
ying out improvements for liis Challenge
apparatus. The firm build engines and
do a f?eneral machine shop business but
the ventilating apparatus department
has come to Ik one of the most import-
ant.

Do vou WANT a list of the cemeteries of
the country that use trees, shrubs and
plants largely in the ornamentation of
their grounds and that are apt to be
large buyers of these and other horticul-
tural supplies? You will find such a list
in oar trade directory and reference book
for 180*. ['rice $2.00.

Please mention the Aup.mican I'lokist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

Z3. ». X<.0£>IiIZ«.'Z'S,

ir.Il 4 nil >..,tilli ritlli \\... Sill York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for K(>iu> lloiiiwii. CrjtinrrvutorlcH. rtc, «t«.

/IT A UU luxK iM/TioM niHKH .-.TKi for
VTLi/lOOa KnUttiau.'. Hmlnfiu'tlxM liuaraiilaiatf.

M Warron HI., ■nil 40, 4H A no C'rillr^e riBce,

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.

Are ready witli a full stock of seasonable goods for Spring

Weddings, Commencements and all occasions where

floral decorations are used.

Baskets in all approved forms, celluloid, gold and sliver; Jardinieres and

Ferneries, Doves, Dried and Artificial Flowers, Wheat Sheaves, Metal

Wreaths and Memorial Designs, Letters, Ribbons and Tinfoil.

All salable goods. Send for catalogue. Special attention
given to filling sample orders.

H. BAYERSDORFER diL CO.,

WHOLESALE ONLY. 58 No. Fourth Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

JARDINIERES. ALL SIZES.

J. M. YOUNG & GO.,

37 &39 Murray St.,
NEW YORK.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest and finest stock !n the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City. N.J.

KOK SAI.K KY: -A. lleromnn. K. K. McAllister
Keed li Kellar, N. SU-IIeiis. New York; W. C. Krlck
Brouklyn. N. Y.; II. BuveriirKirfer & Oi.. I'hilii.; J. M.
McCuHijUk'irHSnnH aiul II. L. Siinderbnu-li. Cliirlnnatl,
O.; J. M. (:ii!<».r. I'Ifvrlund.O : l>. H. I/>iik-. Hnlliilo, N.
y.; .1. C. \'mi«hiiri. CliKiutftJ: VVIbcoiimIii l-'luwcr Kx-
ohnnKe. .Mllwiuikue; Wtn. Klllwjn. St, I/>\il»; K.I. S.
Bchrald. Wiishlni.tun, I). C; (i. W. Currcy ,t Co , Nash-
ville. Tenn.; T. W. Wood & Sons. Ulchmond. Vii.i U.
.1. Vlriiln. New Orleans. La.; C. A. Kuehn. St. Louis: N.
K. MeCiirtliy .V *'<).. l!"Htiin. Mass.: K. ('. Iluntlnirtini
.VCo.. Indlantii.'illn. IimI

MflRSGHUETZ & GO.,

Florists' SuDDlies.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Send for rnlnlrifiir ^^

World's
Fair.

MEDAL SWARDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,
Wholesale FLOf^lSTS' SUPPLIES

N€>. I l:l .Sorlli nil SIri'i'l,
Send for cntnloifiic. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

THE DIRECTORY

For iHWi

^ Is Now Ready.

PKICE *2.()0.
American Florist Co.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

Manilfactnre THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

sues If^-Inch and 2-lnch. J3.0U per lUO. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 500 letters we give away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.

Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

Agents: a. Kulker & Sons. New York; Marschuetz
\' Co.. 35 N. 4tli Street. Philadelphia. I'n.; F. E. Mc-
Allister. 22 Dey St.. N. Y.; Ernst Kiiufniaiin \ Co., 113
N. 4th St, Philadelphia. Pa.; II. IJnyersdorler & Co.,
Philadelphia. Pa.; A. D. Perrv & Co,. 33 Warren St.,
Syracuse, N. Y.; A. C. Kendal. 115 Ontario St., Cleve-
land, O.; E. H. Hunt. 79 Lake St.. Chlcayo; Wisconsin
Mower Exchange. 131 Mason St., Mllkwaukce, Wis.;
H. Sunderbruch, 4lh and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati, O.;
T. W. Wood it Sons. t;th and Mfirshall Sts. Ulchmond,
Va.; .las. Vlck's Sons. Rochester. N. Y.; Danl B. Ix)ng,
HulTalo. N. Y.; C. A. Kuehn. St. Jx>ui3, Mo.; C. F.
Huntington A Co.. Indianapolis. Ind ; Z. I)e Forest
Ely & Co.. 1024 MarketSt.. Philadelphia, Pa.; Portland
Seed Co., 171 2nd St., Portland. Oregon ; A. Hemnan,
415 E. 34th St,. New Y'lrk; Geo. A. Sutherland. (i7 Brom-
flold St . Boston: Welch Bros.. No, lA Beacon St,. Boa-
ton; N. F. McCarthy \ Co.. 1 Musk- Hall I'lare. Boston.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto. Ont., Agent for Canada.

W.C.KRICK'S

Florists' Leiiers, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.

These letters are
made of the bestlm-
inortelli'M. wired on
wnml III- mrtal frames
having li-'i'-.-^drlliedln
tlicni to liif<iTt tooth-
I'U'kH, by w h Ich to
t listen tlieni In thode-
Htgii. All I M f rlngo-
nuTilM lu-'ih-cciited.

■ In. I, l,rl1.TH.$;i.0tt

lVi.-.la;:f,liiut.s.DerlOO.
Itt'loru puronaslng
sen '.I for free samplo
atxl on ta loguo and
('i)inpare with nny
ittlicr letter on tho
market.

W. C. KRICK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale by all Floriits' Supply Dealers.

PATENTC

I Trade-Marks, Copyrights, Etc. ^^^

1 GHflNDLEE & MflGflULEy,V-/

Atlantic Building. WASHZVOTOIT, D. O.

.Muntloii Aiiierlcun hlorlnl.

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873

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST 1

Aren't you tired KOlnn through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
LllatlDg sash one at a time and propping them up with
Btlcks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay lor ? If you are

We have cot just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. "The New Departure' for
about half the cost of the old style, iend for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

Every florist, market gardener, owner of lawn, grass-
plat or flower-bed. In fact everyone who has a faucet
ana hose should have the Kinney Tump (patent ap-
plied for) for applying liquid manure, fungicides and
insecticides to plants. Feed your plants, fertilize your
lawns by using liquid manure. The cheapest, slmplet-t
and most scientific spraying pump in use. Sent pre-
paid for 32.5U— spraying valve attachment 50c. Pump
complete $li.OO. Send for circular. Address

HOSE CONNECTION CO.. Kingston, Rhode Island.

Only 29 Klngstons In the U. S. Get the state straight.

"They are a good thing." "A very valuable labor
saving device."— W. N. Ritdd, Sec'y Mt. Greenwood
Cemetery Asso.. III.

"Tht; most valuable labor saving invention I ever
used."— C. E. Weld. RosUndale, Mass.

165 AVoNRpE Street-

• •■ CHICJVGO •

YOU CAN

SAVE MONEY BY

PURCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter.

The best thing of the kind ever iuventedior green-
house use. Send for description and price list.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO..
!S44 Freeport Street, BOSTON, AIASS.

Directions for Using Fenster Pappa.

A SUBSTITUTE FOR GLASS.

Stretch Fenster Pappe taut and use batten in nailing on to sash. Then
paint the rough surface thoroughly with boiled linseed oil until it shows a
gloss. Let it become thoroughly dry before using, when it is claimed to do
service for years. The application of the oil makes Fenster Pappe sufficiently
translucent tor plant life.

It is used as a covering for cold pit sash; excellent for use in palm or
fern houses; to grow strawberry plants, early vegetables, tobacco, etc.. under.
A most handy article as a protection against the direct rays of the sun.

TKY a roU of eight yards as a sample, which will cover about four sash,
for $1.00. Original rolls, 36 inches wide, 110 yards long, for $9.00.

For further particulars address

August Rdlker & Sons

SOLE
) AGENTS.

i36&i38w.24tiist.,NewYork.

Pat. :882,'85,'86,
'" '9°. '91-

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDt^
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and eveiy purpose for which a hose
can be applied.
Sizes, ^-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serriceable
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is an infringement on one or more of our
Patents. The rights secured to us render each individual dealeror user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO,
Sole MI'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Gnp Armored Hose Patents, 49 Warren Street, New Vn."-
.T. d. VAUGhAn, Aeent, CHICAGO.

SfniHS STEEL galvanized:

ARMORED

Neponset Flower Pots

Are sold as follows: Terms net cash with
order. If ordered shipped by freight add
50 cents cartage.

Packed In Gross weight
Size Crates of per 10(10 pots PerlOO Per 100(i
2!^-lnch 1,000 about 20 lbs fO.25 S2.00

i^i " ■

1.000

3 ■• .

....1.000

sa ■■ .

1.000

i •■ .

.500

5 •■ .

500

f. ■■ .

EIW

23 lbs.

:J41b3..

4Slbs.

76 lbs..
100 lbs..
150 lbs .

.;«

.35
.60
.60
MU

2.30
2.80
i 00
5 to
.^.30
l:i.35

Standard Pot Measure. Less quantities
tl'an full crates at 100 rates. For further
detail see previous special advertisement.

August Rdlker & Sons,

MFRS AGBNTS,

Wpw YnrU 13^ & 138 W. 24th St.,

new luin, p. o. station B.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

CYPRESS •

It

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Mention American Florlet.

The Directory

F!*or ISO-*

IS NOW READY.

AiMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

-CHICA.CiO.

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BT THK

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer ot
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price Iiist.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FLUSHIirO, Queens, Co., K. Y.

Send orders for , . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gpatter np.

Correspondence eollclted. Estimates cheerfully
fumlehed.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.
EVANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS. Richmond. Ind.

THE BATAVIA LABEL & BOX CO.

MANUFACTURES

TREE AND PLANT LABELS, MAILING,

TRANSPL.\NTING and HONEY BOXES,

and deals In LABEL WIRE.

Write for price list. BATAVIA, ILL.

874

The American Florist.

April 12^

Bloomfield, N. J. — Phineas J. Ward,
for many years a wellknown and pros-
perous florist of this town, died on April
3, aged 75 vears.

Camden, N.J. — M. P.McCaflFrey.owner
of the West Moorestown greenhouses,
was arrested on March 29th on a charge
of forgery preferred by John Leworthy, a
Moorestown business man.

PoRTSMOVTH, N. H. — Easter trade in
Portsmouth was decidedly the best we
ever had, the whole amount of trade done
being from 25 to 35 per cent larger than
that of last year. The increase was prin-
cipally in plant sales. There was an al-
most entire absence of any demand for
designs, loose flowers being in nearly all
cases ordered. Harrisii lilies were in
greater demand than ever and the stock
in this market was first-class.

LorisvrLLEiKY, — .\ daily paper reports
that "George and Frank Morat have
sworn out a distress warrant in Magis-
trate McCann's court against P. L.
Morat. All of the parties are interested
in the large Morat nursery near the race-
course and the plaintiffs claim that the
rent on the place has not been paid. The
amount claimed as due them is $1,000,
and an order of sale has been issued, and
unless the claim is paid, the property will
be sold on April 16 "

Nevada, Mo. — Arrangements have been
made for a chrysanthemum show here
next November to be given under the
auspices of the Epworth League. The
League has made arrangements with flo-
rist C. W. Talbot to supply one chrys-
anthemum plant nowtoonechild inevery
family in this section, with instructions
about growing the same to be entered for
prizes at the exhibition. It is expected
that about 1500 plants will be grown in
this way. In addition Mr. Talbot will
make a display of about 800 plants of
his own growing. The loc.il press has
given the project quite a send-off.

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Hftncl for ClrciilarN himI TfHMitioiiltilfi.

AdrirM. i:^ocici-,A.^fr>, o.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

i«

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address "~

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. 715, 7^7 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L,. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should conespond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled,

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the firm of Sip6e Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor. The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further imorovements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply iust what Ls needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

OBMMOKs

403 North Salina Street. SYRACUSE. N. Y.

SYRACUSE POTTERY GO,

Standard Flower Pots

Our new PoHery, new Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
In the marliet. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER, Manager. E^QI^t BfOOfalf leld, JMe^^l.

FLOWER POTS.

Standard Flower roi§.

25 PER CENT. OFF for casli willi order unlil fur-
tlKT iif)ticr. A l.irKC stock on liniul of Rood, strong
pots. PRICE LIST, lor any number:

I'Tlliichiiold. |.tTHMI,KI(JU IHvlnnh pcit«, per VtM.tl 'S,
•.: -liic-li iiiitd, ■' :) i'l 4 -Inch |i"l«. " '•'!«'

■f, Iriih potd. •■ Win h -liicli |>ol*i, •' 111 SU
.".. In.h l«il«, •■ 1 (11 (i -Inch pots, •• •_••.' UO

■Inch iMitn. ■■ f. ((] 7 -hich pots. ' .'If) liO

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

l.riruKslIn thi' stiiti'. I OICT IOI>U'AI(l>, N. V.

AiiKMul UnlkerAHons. I.'li: A l:w W. ZIth Strci-l. Nciv
Vork city, Nuw Vork Auuntii.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

Stamlanl I-Iowcr Tuts. M.'ichinr Tots. Ilniul-

Mndc I'ots, I'lorlsts' Cnt I'lowcr I'ots. Siiiicers,

H.'inKinK Dnskrts, in 11! fancy patterns.

FIRST-CLASS GOODS. LOWEST PRICES.

HcncI Ic.r pili'i'llst. f'Asc us a IMjil, \Vr will snrcly
sallsr.v yiiii

BOWMANVILLE POTTERY.

Itouiiniiivlll)'. (liU'iiKo, III.

HAIL ■

LOCK TIIK DOOR BEFORE
TIIU IIOKSI-; IS STOI.KN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER. Sec'y, F. H. A.. Saddle River, N. J.

Always mention the Amercan FLO-
RIST when writing to advertisers.

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875

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn,

Mouse, Garden, Stock

trany other purpose. UnT-AIR

Send for Illustrated Catalogue llwl Hill

JeLAMATER-RIDER ANI PUMPING
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON rup.yr

PUMPING ENGINE.
ENGINE.

Tteir operation is so simple and
eafe that a child can run them They
will pump water from shallow oj
streams or any kind of well. They 5?
can be arranged for any bind of fuel £

Capacity 1.500 to 30.000 gallons '^
of watf^r a day. according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue,
NEW YORK, N. Y

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Boilers mnrl.' (il tlir lir,.t (if niiilerliil. shell, firebox
heets anfl iR'jidy .it atei'l. \v;itrr npace all around
front. Blr1e» lu.il binkl. Wrllu fur Inliirmatlon.

IRON

Reservoir Vases,

Lawn Settees,
and Chairs

Ar<' ^lanufactured by

Mcdonald bros.

COLUMBUS, OHIO.

The lartrest manufacturers of these eoods Inlhe world.
We Issue a large 4U pape illustratea catalogue, which
will be sent free on application. Mention Am. Florist.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomailc Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and bv far the
best lUHC-bine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated descriptive
circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Fulverizer and Sifter.

Address. », BD« "WOI^I'*^

ISox 114. SPRINGFTELO, O.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave.. Brooklyn, N.Y.

fltS^Send for Catalogue.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATINQ ENGINEERS.

' Plans and estimates furnished on application.

Front view of a portion of our exhibit at the World's Fair.
. . . SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. , . .

LORD & BURNHAM CO., Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.
Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi-
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

•Writ^ for l^t:e8l: prioes.

rRENun GLnSS conservatories, ro°se houses, Etc. Etc.

Importers of PLATE and WINDOW GLASS. Manufacturers of BENT GLASS
and FRENCH MIRRORS.

131-133-135-137 FRANKLIN STREET. KB-W 'VOXCIC.

Note— Imported Glass Is used In the best grade of Greenhouse building

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

I3SrCOE.FOIlA.TEX>.

Honicoiiurai f\?mm\& and Hoi Water Enolneers

Send for Catalogue, enctosiiig: 4 cents in stamps.

S9o, S-5:-* Oa^xial St., ^il3>-W 'X'Oie:^ OIT'X'.

Mention American Florist.

876

The Am eric ax Florist.

April 12^

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. Rates, etc Stvi

AllegretU Refrigerator

Co ^JiS

American Boiler Co... 876

Ancora^e Rose Co S7U

Anthony J T 880 STtI

Baker Pbebe A 8eo

BallerFA S«3

Batarla Label il Box

Co 873

Bajeiwlorfer H & CcSTi

Baj SUte Hdw Co Sn

BeigerHHACo 8eG

Black Cliarles S7D

Blanc A 866

BonsallJos E 87Q

Boston Letter Co .872
B«)wmanvllle Pottery. .S74
Breck Joseph A Sons. .SG9

Brown Peter 870

Brown R 8 * Sons SiO

Brown A Canfleld 866

Buntlni; Samuel J .868

Barrow JQ 869

Carman RW ST3

Carmody J D S73

Chaodlee Jt Macauley.!>ri

Clcves W B 871

Corbreyi McKellar.. SB4
Cottage Gardens The. .Si«

Dallledouxe Bros St:'.)

Deamnd J B 4 Co »o

I>e Cock Jules ^K

De Lamater Iron Wks.STo
Denver City Xnrserles 870

DeWlttJT. 869

inllon JL 870

Domer Fred 4 Son 6BS

DreerH A SiO SiT7

Klllott WH NVi

RUIson Wm NH

EIlwanKer & Barry;. . . sTl
Essex Belghu Floral

Co 8tS

Evenden Bros S71

Karrant Geo 868

Kelhelm Lyman S73

Felthousen J E ... Sill

ttsher Peter 4 Co 869

Forstermann 1 868

Kravell Mrs Geo B 871

Gardner John G S7Q

GIbaoD JC 863

Gonzalez F 4 Co 8GB

GrIffltbNS 871

Onniey Heater Co .876
Gutla Percba 4 Rubber

MtgCo g7fi

Hall An'n 874

Hancock 4 Son 868

llart James 865

EIart4Crouse 874

Hartford UK 8G(

Hatch Edward 861

Helte Moral Co 883

HerrAlbertM 869

Herrmanns Seed Store 866

Hews AHACo 874

nilBnKerBroa S74 i

nill BG40a 8G2

HIppard B 876

HltchlnKs4Co 876

IJoiriijeyer C K 871

Hooker H M Co gli

HoranBdwC 866

Uoran Jas 8(B

Uoae Connection Co. ..873

HoebnerH 861

Bolaeboacb Bros 80!

HnntKU. 865

HnntM A. 862 870

Hunter Frank D 865

James K U 861

JennlngsB B 870

Joo«ten C H 863

Jordan Floral Co SIB

Kaofmann Bnut&Co.872
Kennlcott Bros Co. ffb
Knepper 4 Vant Uof. .871

Krlck WC MTi

•irrjeschell Bros Co 875

KuetmC A SM

Lampert JJ SOJ

La Roche & Stahl s,)

Lockland LumlwrCo.. .874

Lone Danl B SIB 864

Lonsdale Edwin 869

Lord A BumhamCo...S76
Lt'vett J T Co. .868 870 871
SIcBeth Thos A 4 Co. .864

SlcBrlde Alex 869

McCarthyN F4CO....S65

McDonald Bros 875

McFarland J H 8C3

McFarland J H Co SlKi

Manda W A S70

Hanz J 4 Co STJ

Markle Joseph stJi

MarBchuetz 4 Co 872

May John N 802 SilS

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co .vv;

MIllanKBroa ^;'i

MonlDger Jno C -:>

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CONTENTS.

Books on gardening 877

879

Cyclamens (2 illus.)

Carnations — Notes

— Carbolic acid for rust

— Mrs. Fisher

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Azaleas, primroses, cyclamens, ipomsea

Two little mistakes

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Chicago 882

Boston iii

New York 883

Washington 883

Buffalo 88-1

St. Louis 886

The seed trade

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very good, far better than we thought it
would be. Prices about the same as last
year.

Portland, Oregon. — Easter trade was
20% larger than last year. Retail prices
about as usual at the seasoti. Supply
was equal to demand. Quality superior.
Increased call for violets, roses and car-
nations.

Cincinnatl— Easter trade was 25% bet-
ter than last year. Prices not so high.
Supply was not equal to demand, espe-
cially roses and carnations. Ouality was
superior. Marked increase in the call for
roses and carnations.

Columbus, O.— Easter trade was some-
what of a decrease from last year. Prices
lower, especially on bulbous flowers.
Could have sold more roses, carnations
and violets. Roses were not as good as
last year in quality, other stuff better.
Increased demand for roses and violets.
More call for blooming plants than ever
before.

Books on Gardening.

[A paper read before the Gardenet s^ and f'/orists*
Club oj Boston, by B. M. IVatson, Jr. of the Bus-
sey Institution. With a list for Ameyican readers,
proposed for emendation and correction.]

Plant growing is an art; it is not a
science, nor is it likely that within any
reasonable time garden craft will take
such rank. It is however, quite proper to
speak of scientific gardening, meaning by
this that it is practiced with an apprecia-
tion of all sources of information which
the art in its present stage can furnish.
The knowledge which the present genera-
tion of gardeners possess has been at-
tained from the experience of past genera-
tions of gardeners, sometimes handed
down by word of mouth; sometimes re-
corded in print. It is quite possible tor a
man to have a good knowledge of plant
growing without ever having read a
book; in my opinion it is not equally pos-
sible to obtain such a knowledge from
books alone. Therefore, to avail ourselves
properly of all our resources in this art,
one must have first acquired fr m some
competent person a certain amount of
practical instruction, after which, if of
average ability, he is quite able to in-
crease his knowledge, and extend it in di-
rections different from those taken at
first; that is,one whoknowshow togrow
vegetables can easily learn how to grow
flowers; it is not diflicult, after the first
lessons have been learned, to branch out
in many dirt ctions.

It is for men who can grow plants that
books on gardening are written; there is
no horticultural primer; the ABC must
be learned orally, and sometimes these
words are hard, from one who has at-
tained his knowledge in the same way,
and who may or may not have increased
his original information by his own fac-
ulty of observation, and his power to
reason from cause to effect. For a man
who has had practical experierce in plant
growing books are invaluable; a few sen-
tences here, a chapter there, may save
weeks of labor; one can thus profit at
minimum cost with maximum result from
the experience of other men.

As the question: What a re good books
on gardening in its widest signification
for men who wish to become gardeners,
or who wish to increase their informa-
tion? is frequently asked me, I take this
opportunity to answer somewhat at
length.

I would divide these books into four
different classes. First, there are general
works which cover the whole ground,
such as Lindley's Theory and Practice of
Horticulture; Loudon's Encyclopjedia of
Gardening; Dccaisne and Naudin's Man-
uel de I'Amatcurdes Jardins; Thompson's
Gardener's Assistant. These are books
which should belong to everyone who has
to do with growing plants; the *irst
should be carefully read, but the last three

are rather books of reference to be read
topically as occasion demands.

Secondly, there are special works on
particular subjects: the first of these is
soil; Johnson's HowCrops FeedandHow
Crops Grow; Storer's Agriculture; Har-
ris' Talks on Manures; Waring's Drain-
age for Profit and Health; Stewart's Irri-
gation for the Farm, Garden and Orchard ,
are all alike practical books which cannot
fail to help one in either gardening or
farming. They assist us to understand
the important relation of plants to soil,
and to provide means for improving the
condition of the crop under unfavorable
circumstances. By such aid many com-
mon operations of gardening are ex-
plained, and it is by the writings of men
like Johnson and Storer that we may hope
so to increase our knowledge of plant
growing that larger profits will follow
smaller investments. Gray's Structural
and Systematic Botany, Goodalc's Phys-
iological Botany, Sach's Textbook of
Botany, tell us how plants perform their
various functions, and of what they are
composed; they should be studied and
read in connection with Johnson and
Storer. The student of horticulture, how-
ever, should always bear in mind that it
is the gardener's art to make a profitable
cultivation; it is necessary not only to
make a plant live, but in most cases, it is
required that there shall be a return; it is
not sufficient for the gardener, as it is for
the agricultural chemis"^, that the soil is
rich enough to produce fruit; he must get
fruits; he must get enough to pay thecost
of tillage and a little more. There is no
need to reduce this to dollars and cents;
if the planting is for ornament, if the cul-
tivation is to increase our enjoyment of
life, we strive to obtain a healthy plant
and maintain it in good condition from
first to last, not only to have a given
tree or shrub, but to have such a one as
will show its individuality best.

In this second class belong also books
on propagation. Bailey's Nurseiy Book;
Jenkins' Art of Propagation; Fuller's
Propagation of Plants; Burbidge's Prop-
agation and Improvement of Cultivated
Plants, this last particularly helpful to
those interested in hybridization; Baltet's
Graltiug and Budding, of which there is
an English translation, in addition to
what maj' be found on this subject in the
general works on horticulture at the head
of this list, will give the beginner-most
useful information, and may help the old
practitioner by showing shorter cuts,
even through familiar grounds. A little
later I shall refer to books which treat of
a single class of plants; it is almost un-
necessary to say that in each there is al-
ways a chapter on propagation; if some
of the English growers would read Lam-
bom's Carnation Culture and believe it,
we should hear less in the English jour-
nals of layering this, now, thoroughly
Americanized plant.

878

The American Florist.

April /p,

Plant erowing naturally divides itself
into cultivation under glass, and cultiva-
tion in the open air; following this indica-
tion in our list of books we find a some-
what meager choice offered in those
which relate to building plant houses; in-
deed, if it were not for two books, one re-
cently published, there would be little to
recommend, but Prof. Taft's Greenhouse
Construction is admirable, and a welcome
addition to a shelf well nigh bare. Hor-
ticultural Building, by F. A. Fawkes, an
Englishman, is also of assistance, if due
allowance is made for difference of cli-
mate. In Hunt's How to Grow Cut Flow-
ers, and Peter Henderson's Practical
Floriculture, there are excellent chapters
on this subject; Woodard's Graperies and
Horticultural Buildings might also be
added. In regard to methods of heating
there is nothing except what is contained
in the above named books and a few
pamphlets; good information may be ob-
tained, however, from the dealers, not-
ably Hitchings of New York and Lord &
Burnham of Irvington, N. Y., who pub-
lish an attractive catalogue of their
boilers, with an instructive account of
heating by hot water.

For books on gfrowing plants un-
der glass there are the two named
above by Peter Henderson and Hunt;
Williams' Choice Stove and Greenhouse
Plants and his Orchid Growers Manual;
Burbidge's Cool Orchids, also many
which consider a single species onlj', as
Burbidge or Morton on the chrysanthe-
mum; Lamborn or Dodwell on the carna-
tion. For growing fruit under glass
there is the Orchard House, by Thos.
Rivers; and for mushrooms, Falconer's
Mushrooms, and How to Grow them.

Growing plants in the open air natur-
ally presents many different phases. An
excelient list of books pertaining to lay-
ing out and design; i. e. landscape gar-
dening, was made bj' the late Mr. Henry
S. Codman, and published first in the
American Architect, afterwards in Car-
den and torest,^o\. HI, page 131. Of
this list I will name one only here, and
that is L 'Art dcs Jardins, by Edouard
Andre. It is unfortunate that there is no
English translation of this remarkably
complete work, wherein is set forth, in
most complete detail, the various opera-
tions required in planning and establish-
ing the modern park or country place. I
know of nogoodbook on treesand shrubs
in English for ornamental planting; Du
Brcuil's Culture desArbres et Arbrisseaux
is good, but written for a milder climate,
nor does it include many plants of recent
introduction, and many neglected Ameri-
can plants which arc likely to be of great
importance In the near future in this
country. The four German books given
in the list below are highly recommended.
There are plenty of books on roses; read
i;ilwangcr and Reynolds Hole; Rand
on Rhododendrons might be added. In
forestry there is Hough and Jarchow,
which are new. and Fuller of recent date.
I'orentry in this country is too young to
enable one to give much definite inlorm.i-
tion as to the management of existing
woodlands, and the best trees to pbinl
for limlx:r. Its importance cannot be
overesiimaled and all literature on the
subject should Ijc considered.

For the flower garden there arc plenty
of books; for growing herbaceous plants
get Robinson's English I'lowcr Garden,
Wild Garden, and Alpine Flowers; Allen's
Mulbs and Tuberous rooted Plants; for
licdding out, use Peter Henderson's Gar-
dening for Pleasure; Robinson's Subtrop-
ical Garden and Gleanings from I'rench
Gardens; Mrs. Loudon's Ladies' Flower

Garden for Annuals, and John Robinson's
Ferns in their Homes and Ours. Avoid
books with highly colored lithographs
showing how coleus, alternanthera and
echeveria can be planted in countless
numbers in intricate designs.

For growing fruits D awning's Fruits
and Fruit Trees of America; Barry's
Fruit Garden; Black's Cultivation of the
Peach, Pear and Quince, Fuller's Grape
Culturist, and Moore's Orange Culture
are recommended. Roe's Success with
Small Fruits gives efficient directions for
growing strawberries, raspberries, black-
berries, currants, etc. In order to obtain
good vegetables no better assistance can
be found than from Peter Henderson's
Gardening for Profit. All Henderson's
books are boons to American gardeners,
and this, the first, is in some respects the
best; although intended more for market
gardeners than for private places it is
equally valuable for both. Vilmorin's
Vegetable Garden, Burr's Garden Veget-
ables, and Oemler's Truck farming for the
South make a very complete list, but for
specialists there must be added such
pamphlets as the New Onion Culture,
Ka'amazoo Celery, and Gregory on
Squashes. I know of no good book on
nurseries, nor is there one on hedges and
hedge plants; the barbed wire fence has
ended this once flourishing industry; the
nurseryman who grows hedge plants
should receive government protection
from the cheap labor of the machine in
the machine shops.

I will now ask yourattention toa third
and important class of books, namely,
those which have to do with nomencla-
ture, many of which also serve other pur-
poses, giving cultural directions, the hab
itat, date of introduction, synonyms,
and generally useful information ab.)Ut
plants. The first and best of them is
Nicholson's Dictionary of Gardening, al-
most indispensable to one who grows
any great variety of plants, adopted, 1
believe, as the standard authority of
names in this country by the Society of
American Florists at their last conven-
tion. Some of you older men may prefer
the Treasury of Botany by Lindley and
Moore, but much more is obtained from
Nicholson. To use either of these books,
however, the name of the plant must be
first known; if a new and unknown plant
is presented it is not possible to identify
it by the aid of these dictionaries; wemusi
have recourse to a botany. For wild
plants east of the Mississippi and north
of Mason and Dixon's line the authority
is Gray's Manual. Gray's Field and Gar-
den Botany gives the commonest of the
wild flowers within these limits, besides
many cultivated plants; a new edition is
now nearly ready which will contain
some additions. Watson's Botany of
California covers the ])lants of the Pacific
slope, and Chapman's Botany of the
Southern Stales includes plants not found
in Gray. Every country has its floras,
but these make a library by themselves,
which is hardly possible for many pcr-
8<jns to obtain. There is one bi ok, how-
ever, within the reach of gardeners,
which contains descriptions of a large
number of cultivated plants; this is Lou
don's Cyclop/edia of Plants; with ;i little
care and study it is possible to obtain
from this the names of the older g.-irden
plants when other sources of information
(ail. The Linn.'can arrangement ia used,
which is somewhat awkward to the nov-
ice, but this trouble can easily be over-
come. Smith's Dictionary of Ivconomic
Plants gives much valuable information
about such iilants as are used in the arts
or manufncturcb. Miller's Dictiojiary of

English Names of Plants is a convenient
reference book where the proper name is
unknown or where the same plant is
known under different common names in
different places.

It seems hardly fair to ourselves to
leave this matter of nomenclature with-
out saving a few words about thechanges
in the botanical, as distinguished from
the common, names of plants which is
now going on. If the common names of
plants were at all fixed, or if there was a
possibility of ever establishing them, the
changes in the proper names would not
matter. It seems right that a protest
should be entered in behalf of the gardener
against these constant changes in the only
names by which plants can be really dis-
tinguished. Is there not some right ac-
quired by custom, by long usage, a trade
mark as it were, by which a plant can
keep its name? or is the name to be for-
ever at the beck and call of anj' botanist
who has time and inclination to hunt
through old volumes and herbaria, and,
finding that the first record of its discov-
ery has been overlooked, correct the mis-
take by re-christening the plant wholly or
in part? This renaming is a nuisance to
the gardener when it affects plants in
common cultivation.

There is a fourth class of books of prac-
tical use to theman who desires thorough
equipment in garden lore, quite distinct
from most of the titles given above, since
they give no explicit directions for plant
growing, but rather inspiration to grow
plants. Among them, and this part of
my list is curtailed, are Howe's Garden,
as considered in literature by certain po-
lite writers; Tbistleton Dyer's Folk Lore
of Plants; Ellwanger's Garden's Story;
Sedden's Garden Crait Old and New;
Blomfield's Formal Gardening in Eng-
land; Mrs. Van Rensselaer's Art out of
Doors, and Robinson's Garden Design
and Architect's Gardens. Robinson's
Parks and Gardens of Paris belongs
partly here and partly among the books
of a more technical character. These
books, and many more of the same kind
are good reading for gardeners; one need
not do everything they find advised, nor
take sides in the somewhat heated dis
cussions on the merits of natural versus
artificiiil treatments which will be found
in Robinson and Blomfield; these books
are full of suggestions, some of which can
be carried out, some passed over, and
others adapted to different circumstances
and surroundings. An important type of
garden literature has not yet been men-
tioned, and briefest consideration must
suffice for the present; I mean the horti-
cultural journal of the present day. Our
gardening papers are so good that books
are likely to be overlooked, in them we
find the very latest intelligence about new
introductions and improved methods of
cultivation; for one important subject,
the diseases of plants, vegetable pathol-
ogy, the papers are almost our only
source of iulorniation. That at least
three new journals devoted to general
gardening iiave established thi-mselycs
upon a firm footing within the last few
vears in this country is sulllcicnt proof of
tluir importance in pr.ictic.il plant grow-
ing. The large circulations and replete
advertising columns of the trade journals
indicates their usefulness and success.

I,IST OI- TIOOKS HIJCOMMriNDF-D IIY PROl'.
WATSON.

1. Gknkkal:

Lindley: The Theory and Practice of
Horticulture. Ivnglish.

Loudon: lvticyclop;edia of Gardening.
English.

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The American Florist.

879

DISPLAY OF CYCLAMEN BY GEO. M.

ANDERSON AT THE SPRING EXHIBITION OP THE MASSACHUSETTS
HORT. SOCIETY, BOSTON.

Decaisne et Naudin: L'Amateur des
Jardins. French.

Thompson: The Gardener's Assistant.
English.

II. Special:

a. Soil;

Johnson: How Crops Grow.
How Crops Feed.

Storer: Agriculture.

Harris: Talks on Manures.

Waring: Drainage for Profit and
Health.

Stewart: Irrigation lor Farm, Garden
and Orchard.

b. Plant life:

Gray: Structural and Systematic Bot-
any.

Goodale: Physiological Botany.

Sachs: A Textbook of Botany. Ger-
man, translated.

c. Propagation;

Burbidge: The Propagation and Im-
provement of Cultivated Plants. Eng-
lish.

Bailey: The Nursery Book.

Jenkins: Art of Propagation.

Fuller: Propagation of Plants.

Baltet: Grafting and Budding. French
translated.

d. Cultivation under glass.

1. Building plant houses.
Taft: Greenhouse Construction.
Fawkes: Horticultural Building. Eng-
lish.

Woodard: Graperies, etc.

2. Tender plants.

Henderson: Practical Floriculture.

Hunt: How to Gr )w Cut Flowers.

Williams: C hoice Stove and Greenhouse
Plants. English.

Orchid Grower's Manual. English.

Burbidge: Cool Orchids. English.
The Chrysanthemum. English.

Morton: Chrysanthemum Culture for
-America.

Falconer: Mushrooms and How to
Grow them.

Rivers: The Orchard House. English.

e. Cultivation in the open air.
1. Planning and laying out.

Andre: L'Art des Jardins. French.

Codraan: See listof books on landscape
gardening. Garden and Forest, vol. Ill,
p. 131.

2. Trees and shrubs.
a. For ornament.

Du Breuil: Culture des Arbres et Ar-
brisseaux. French.

Koch. Dendrologie. German.

Lauche: Deutsche Dendrologie. Ger-
man.

Koehne: Deutsche

Ger-

Dendrologie.
man.

Dippel: Handbuch derLaubholzkunde.

Ellwanger: The Rose.

Reynolds Hole: A Book about Roses.
English.

Rand: Rhododendrons.

b. Forestry.

Hough: Elements of Forestry.
Jarchow: Forest Planting.
Fuller: Practical Forestry.
Descars: Tree Pruning. French trans-
lated.

c. Fruits.

Downing: Fruits and Fruit trees of
America.

Barry: Fruit Garden.

Black: The Cultivation of the Peach,
Pear and Quince.

Fuller: Grape Culturist.

Moore: Orange Culture.

Roe: Success with Small Fruits.

J. The flower garden.

a. Herbaceous plants.
Robinson : The English Flo wer Garden .

English.
The Wild Garden. English.

b. Bedding plants.
Henderson: Gardening for Pleasure.
Robinson: The Sub-Tropical Garden.

English.

Gleanings from French Gardens. Eng-
lish.

Allen: Bulbs and Tuberous Rooted
Plants.

Mrs. Loudon: The Ladies' Flower
Garden. English.

John Robinson: Ferns in their Homes
and Ours.

4. The kitchen garden.

Henderson: Gardening for Profit.

Vilmorin: The Vegetable Garden.
French translated.

Oemler: Truck Farming at the South.

III. Nomenclature and Reference.

Nicholson: Dictionary of Gardening.
English.

Lindley and Moore: Treasury of Bot-
any. English.

Gray: Manual of Botany.
Field and Garden Botany.

Loudon: Encyclops.iia of Plants.
English.

Dictionary of Economic Plants.

Smith
English.

Miller:
Plants.

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Cyclamens.

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Our illustrations represent — not as
clearly as we would wish, however — the
exhibit of cyclamens made by Geo. M.
Anderson of Milton, Mass., at the spring
show of the Mass. Horticultural Society.
Mr. Anderson's cyclamens have been fa-
mous about Boston for some years, and
those exhibited on this occasion were
pronounced by g )od judges to be the fin-
est ever seen in tnis country. Flowers of
the white variety represented in our illus-
tration of a single specimen measured 2V4
inches long, or 514 inches from tip to tip
of the expanded petals. In response to
our request for a few Hues on cyclamen
culture, Mr. Anderson sends the following
practical to-the-point notes:

"Taking into consideration the fact
that most of the readers of the American
Florist are men who are well posted in
the general care and treatment of such
plants, it is, I think, needless to go into
all the little details, so I will give you
merely a brief outline of a few things I
do which I believe are not generally done.

"I grow my plants in a greenhouse all
summer; I can attend to them better
and get right in with them and see what
they want.

"I do not believe in shading with racks;
even if the midday sun should cause the
plants to wilt a little, they require the
light. I shade very lightly with lead and
kerosene the first of the season, applying
a second coat as the season advances.

"I believe in using rich compost from
the start, making it a little richer at each
shift. My compost is good turfy loam
and cow manure, as rough as the size of
the pot will allow and a liberal supply of
bone meal and charcoal. I never use
liquid manure, not because I think it
would hurt them, but for the reason that
1 think good rich soil from the start, good
drainage and an occasional watering
with lime water is better.

"In carrying over the bulbs the second
year I like to ripen them just enough so

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that they have still a few green leaves left
on them when they commence to grow."

A correspondent who visited the green-
bouses where Mr. Anderson has charge
wrote us a few weeks ago as follows:

"The glory of the place was the cycla-
mens, and they were attracting all sorts
and conditions of flower lovers and deal-
ers. Mr. Anderson may well feel proud
of his plants; they are the finest ever seen
around Boston or anywhere else. One
bouse contained 5,000 plants and were a
sight that one cannot forget. Some 30
plants of the best reserved for the March
exhibition in Boston will show for them-
selves to what perfection the cyclamen
can be grown as a decorative plant. A
written description is of little use in try-
ing to describe those plants and flowers;
they ought to be seen to get anything
like an idea of their gorgeous beauty.

"Another feature of the place, and not
one of the least, is the mushrooms, for
which it is noted. From beds under the
benches in two houses $500 worth had
been sold the past winter. In two old
silos fitted up with many benches for beds
and heated with boiler and pipes the
mushrooms were innumerable; some of
the later made beds had not yet begun to
yield. Mr. Anderson has no doubt but
5,000 pounds will be gathered as the sea-
son's crop by the time the beds give out
in the warm weather."

they should be put on in no other way.

Some florists advocate the taking off' of
either all or part of the glass during the
summer, but they might as well be out-
side entirelj', as every rain will injure the
flowers to a greater or less extent. The
houses should have an abundance of ven-
tilation, but the roof should be on to keep
out the rains and winds.

There is no question from now on but
that benches are not in it with solid beds;
the difference in favor of solid beds is as
marked as day and night. In fact I shall
stick to my solid bed system for most
varieties, as by very careful comparison
the season through I am convinced that
better results can be had from solid beds.
The flowers are better and possibly five
per cent more of them, the great gain be-
ing in their quality. The plants are al-
ways so nice and clean and vigorous in
the solid beds that they are a pleasure to
look at. I can't say as much for the
benches, although from what I have seen
in other places mine are doing as well as
the average bench carnations. Whether
it is in my soil or what it is I would not
attempt to explain, but those are the re-
sults looking backward, and looking for-
ward there is prospect of a fine crop of
good bloom for an indefinite period yet.
When one is growing nothing but carna-
tions he is not anxious to see the season
close too earl3' and I am satisfied that my
benches will not pa 7 for their care after
May 1. My case may be an exceptional
one, but I don't think it is. However, if
you are having good results from benches,
don't (ollow the old proverb "What is
good for the goose is good for the gan-
der." That does not apply to carnation
culture; every one has to study his own
soil and conditions. Albert M. Herr.

Carnation Notes.

Indoor carnations will now be requir-
ing plenty of water and constant atten-
tion to the syringing, so that the spider
does not get a start on the plants. If
they are badly crowded, as they are liable
to be at this season, it will pay to thin
them out either by thinning the plants
themselves or pulling some of them out
entirely. A good plan to keep them in
good healthy 9hai)e is when you arc cut-
ting the flowers to cut well down into the
plant and get a good long stem and thin
the plant at the same time.

If you find the flowers are not coming
up to the mark, a little manure water
given them twice a week will help them
out all right. You will want as good or
l>ctter flowers than you have Ix-en cut-
ting all winter, because you have not
only a probable extra supply of carna-
tion! to compete with, but the spring
flowers will be coming into the market
and you must have good flowers to hold
up your end of the trade.

Iio not let the plants get crowded by
wccOb, and give them plenty of ventila-
tion. When the temperature does not go
below 50'^ at night outside it iH best to
leave the ventilators open nil the timeday
and night. Attend to the disbudding; in
short give the plants nil the attentir>n
they need, and whenever it docs not pay
to grow them right throw the plants out ;
in Sfime places they will pay all summer,
others they will not pay after the first of
.May.

When the iun YKffia* to get very hot,
give the houses o light coat of shading;
they will then require less watering and
less attention all around, and your flow-
ers will hold l)ettcr. After .May 1 the
flowers should i>c pulled daily to put them
on the market in good ronrlition, and

Carbolic Acid for Carnation Rush.

Ed. Am. Florist: We can attest to the
efficiency of carbolic acid as a remedy for
carnation rust. Al%solutionthoroughly
applied will destroy all rust with which
it comes in contact in two applications.
Such is our experience with some badly
affected stock. We believe that in ad-
vanced stages of the disease the acid will
prove an effective agent in checking any
further spread of the same. We have not
used any of the popular remedies and
judge from the conflicting reports that
they can not show very decided results.

For young plants in potsorflats would
advise a weaker solution, as unless very
carefully sprayed the roots might be dam-
aged by the soil taking up too much of
the acid. The 1% solution is not in the
least injurious to young foliage, and only
a few blooms (Daybreak) were damaged.

Our practice was to cut the flowers
close, then syringe thoroughly from all
sides, using the /?««•(/ spray possilile. We
think a practical method would be the oc-
casional use of the 1% solution to be fol-
lf)wed by weekly applications of some of
the milder remedies, as we would expect
injury to roots ol plants in benches or
beds if this stronger solution were con-
tinued without intcrmiHsion. No fear
need he entertained in making one or two
applications ot the 17" aoliitioii to plants
ill beds or t>encheB; as to the elfect on
flowers, we can only spciik of li.iybreiik
and .\IcGowan, other varieties might suf-
fer more.

The U. S. Dispensatory, 13 I'd., says of
carbolic acid: "Hut by far the most im-
portant pro|K-rty of carbolic acid, both
as a therajwutic and jireventive agent, is
its destructive infliieree over the lower
grades of organic lile, whether vegetable
or animal. In a solution containing r)nly

one part of the acid in 500 of water, it
instantly destroys vegetable mould, both
plant and spores, and operated with equal
destructiveness upon minute or micro-
scopic animalcules."

Apropos to the subject, why do some of
the leading dealers persist in sending out
affected stock? "infested" would be de-
scriptive of some. One of the novelties re-
ceived was full of it, another, badly af-
fected, a third had leaves trimmed care-
fully. We presume it is too much to
expect that such valuable stock be dis-
carded, nevertheless it is exasperating, to
put it mildly, to the grower who has
"fired" a lot of affected plants, to receive
high-priced novelties that are in a worse
condition than the stock thrown out. To
send plants back to the shipper is one re-
course though not a satisfactory one.

Glenfield, Pa. Beckert Bros.

Mrs. Fisher Carnation.

It is with surprise that I see this grand
white carnation being dropped by grow-
ers all over the country. Here it is decid-
edly the best white we have for profit. The
photograph I send you is from a house
that has been in full bloom since Sept. 15
and is to-day Feb. 1st, looking about the
same as at any time during the season.

[The photo was not sharp enough to
make a good engraving. The picture
showed a house with a very heavy crop
of bloom. — Ed.]

With this variety be sure to select cut-
tings from nothing but the very choicest
plants and it will improve every year.
Many complain that it makes too many
short stemmed flowers, but I found that
after being slightly improved by careful
selection we got no short stemmed flow-
ers at all and no bursted flowers except a
/ezt/ during Jan. and Feb. The size is all
that can be desired (2V2 to 3 inches) and
the stem is generally stiff enough to hold
flower erect. All my flowers this winter
have been cut with stems averaging over
12 inches ard some 18 and even 20.

My manner of handling is as follows:
The choicest plants are selected at plant-
ing time (Sept. 15) and planted separate.
After Christmas crop is cut we overhaul
and cut out all but the choicest wood,
again tying up carefully. I'eb. 1st to 15
we put in our cuttings and only from pure
white, long, stiff stemmed flowers. I have
none to sell. Chas. Pommert,

Greenfield, O.

Carnation Grace Wilder.

I have yet to be convinced that there is
a better carnation in existence to-day
than Grace Wilder, well grown. Not-
withstanding the freciucnt condemnation
which it receives and the praise given to
the newer sorts, I must say that 1 do not
want any belter flowers than I get in
Grace Wilder grown as it is being done
this season by Ji>hn Keid of Jersey City,
and in color it certainly cannot be beat.

Ne AT York. Geo. M. Stumpp.

Wk have received from Mr. 11. Tay-
lor, Dunkirk, N. Y., a sport from Hutter-
ciip CH ii.itii)ii which shows a strong de-
p.'irture from the parent plant. It is pure
white, strongly streaked with carmine
down the center of each petal, and a few
flakes on the edge. Since the advent of
Helen Keller we can h/irdly say th.-it the
striped varieties do not take in the trade,
;iril the one under eoniment is certainly
Mil attr.ietive flower, with good fra-
gr/ince.

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SPECIMEN WHITE CYCLAMEN. GROWN BY GEO. M. ANDERSON.

Crimson Sport is a new carnation,
originating with J, L. Dillon of Blooms-
burg, Pa. The flower is a good size, deep
velvety crimson, and the blooms sent us
were in fine condition after their journey.
They appear to hold their color without
blackening very well.

Azaleas, Primroses, Cyclamens, Ipomsea,
Crinums.

A subscriber from Newark, N.Y., wants
to know the best way to carry over azal-
eas for another year. This subject has
been often written up in your columns
and by none better than Mr. James Dean
in his paper read before the Society of Am.
Florists in Boston, in August, 1890. My
method is as follows: With all plants un-
sold, or with those I did not want to sell
the first year of importing, I place in a
temperature of 55° to 60° at night in the
month of April. About this time they
are making their growthforthefoUowing
season's flowers. Keep them well syr-
inged daily and never let them wilt for
want of water. When they are making
their growth in the spring is the time to
do the pinching which is necessary with
some of the shoots to get them into a
compact, neat form. About the end of
May choose a place to set them outside
where they will never be troubled with
water under the pots. Surround the pots
with some material such as tan bark,
spent hops, coal ashes or any material
that will keep the sides of the pots cov-
ered so that evaporation does not go on
too rapidly. This is I think much better
than plunging them in the soil. Never let
them suffer for water during the summer,
and in the hottest weather they will need
watering twice a day; syringing with
hose will always do them good. Let them
be fully exposed to the sun when plunged
outside. Bring them into the houses be-
fore there is any danger of frost. The best
soil for azaleas is a good light loam with
one-third or one-half real leaf-mould, and
a little sand added. If they are imported
plants and have been properly potted
when received they will need no more pot
room for at least 3 years. They are very
slow to take hold of the new soil. Where
large quantities are handled they can be
taken out of the pots in May and planted
in some rich soil and the surface mulched
with hay or straw. They will need less

attention during the summer than those
kept in pots, and we are all aware how
easily and with what little harm they can
be lifted and potted in the fall, but then
you have the extra labor of potting again
in the fall.

Another question is also referred to me
from Burlington, la. "Practical instruc-
tion how to grow primroses and cycla-
mens" are wanted. These subjects have
also been well ventilated in your paper
but the knowledge of one who has been
moderately successful with the above pop-
ular plants will perhaps bear repetition.
To have primroses in flower in midwinter,
and then is when they sell best, sow the
seeds about the end of May. Sow care-
fully acd cover very lightly and place the
seed pan in the coolest place you have in
your houses. In about 5 weeks they will
be ready to go into a 2-inch pot. If you
don't have a house thatheavily isshaded,
with plenty of ventilation, then place the
little plants in a cold frame with the sash
raised back and front, and plenty of
shade. In August they will need a 3-inch
pot and in October or early November
they can go into a 5-inch, or if not a very
strong plant, a 4-inch. When dark
weather comes on they will need the
lightest house and cool, about 45° at
night is just right. At the last shift get
them low enough down so they are not
shaky at the neck without getting the
crown covered. This will obviate the
need of sticking toothpicks round the
crown to keep them upright, as I have
seen them doing in England. Avoid in the
soil anything of a heavy or close nature;
plenty of leaf-mould and loam and good
drainage. The primrose family is not
troubled with either aphis, red spider,
thrip, mildew, or any other of the many
enemies to which so many of our culti-
vated plants are heir. One of the most
important points of primula culture is to
get good seed. The great bulk of the seed
offered to the trade is rubbish and not
worth the time spent in its growing.
Take pains to get a good strain.

Cyclamen persicum and its improved
varieties is now a very popular plant, as
it deserves to be. It is invariably a sat-
isfactory plant in a dwelling house. The
seeds should be sown anywhere from Oct-
ober until January. The earlier you sow
them the larger the plants can be grown
by the following winter. As soon as the

first leaf is perfectly formed and the little
bulbs are the size of small peas, trans-
plant into 2-inch pots and keep growing
in a night temperature of 50° to 55° and
plenty of light. When they have made
good roots in the 2-inch shift into a 3-inch.
In the 3-inch put one inch of broken up
charcoal for drainage. If you wish to
have the largest plantsthatcan be grown
in the time, you can in May or June make
a mild hotbed and plunge the plants in
some good material in the hotbed, keep
ing the shaded sash raised back and front
so that there will be plenty of air over
them all the time. In September they
should be taken into the house and should
then get their last shift, which must be
according to the wants of the plants; a
5, 6, or 7-inch is the most useful size.
Well grown plants in 5-inch pots are the
best for market. It is absolutely neces-
sary that cyclamen be well drained and
charcoal will be found as cheap as any-
thing. A good loam, not too light, with
a fourth of well decayed cow manure and
a little old pounded up mortar, will
grow them well. Just before flowering
weak liquid manure will help them very
much. At all stages of their existence
while growing, a light dusting with the
syringe is most beneficial, and unlike the
primrose they are troubled greatly with
greenfly, so they must be kept constantly
and regularly "smoked." In the winter
they don't like a cool damp house; 55°
at night is about right, in a clean dry at-
mosphere. Cyclamen are troubled with
a rust on the leaves and the way to pre-
vent it is to keep them in a healthy grow-
ing state. If you have not sown seeds
this past winter, purchase some young
plants from some good grower for next
winter's sale.

From Bethlehem, Pa., comes the query
"how to start Ipomsea Mexicana." I am
not acquainted with the species. It is
one that will no doubt flourish in our
summer months out of doors. Start the
tubers in small pots of light soil and in
June plant against a lattice or some sup-
port in a sunny sheltered position.

From Newark, N. Y., comes the ques-
tion "How to treat crinums in pots."
They should be given plenty of pot room,
a 12 or 15-inch is not toolargefor agood
plant. A lumpy mixture of good loam,
sod, and peat if you can get it, and a good
addition of broken charcoal, all mixed to-
gether is a compost that they will thrive
in. Spring is the best time to repot or
divide them. During the summer they
delight in the high temperature and
should be copiously syringed. After they
have flowered water should be withheld
during their resting period, which is win-
ter time, but not enough to cause the
leaves and bulbs to shrivel. When not
convenient to give them a larger pot or
tub they should receive a rich top dress-
ing in the spring and liquid manure dur-
ing the summer. Wm. Scott.

Two Little Mistakes.

Having this past season had an expe-
rience with two articles, one a fertilizer
and the other an insecticide, it appears to
me that I may be the cause of preventing
others from falling into the same mis-
takes. As they both occurred on my own
place there is no theory or hearsay about
it, and here they are:

Having used nitrate of soda in liquid
state on roses and other plants with ap-
parent good results, I thought last fall I
would try some in its natural state on
carnations. I was planting a house of
the same, the variety was Grace Wilder.
I used no animal manure of anv kind as I

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was late and had no chance to get any,
for which from the way the carnations
have grown and flowered I have nothing
to regret. In place of the manure I dusted
the soil as it was brought in with bone
dnst. Having some nitrate of soda on
the place, I left one space between iron
supports, about 8 feet by 6, holding per-
haps 75 plants, and on this space put
about 2 quarts of the soda and raked it
in. I was careful to confine it to exactly
a defined line because I wanted to see the
result, and on that space I put no bone
dust. Two weeks after planting the
Grace Wilders began to turn brown and
in two months they were dead, while on
each side of them the carnations were
glowing as healthy carnations should
grow. I was not at all vexed over this,
in fact I was much pleased, for I consider
I frot off very cheap, and this little space
8x6 may have saved me many dollars.

The other experience was with Fostite
and violets in November last. I had a
bench of violets, Marie Louise. They
were not the premium plants of the coun-
try but they were picking up fine and
would no doubt have been a source of
profit to me, when in an unlucky moment
a youth (my own) who had been dusting
carnations with Fostite , from the fertility
of his brain and without orders thought
the violets would be benefited by a dose
of Fostite and so they got it. It was a
good heavy dusting but nothing more
than would be perfectly harmless to car-
nations. It killed every leaf dead and
where it reached the heart it killed the
plant. In two days a perfume pervaded
the house which was not the sweet odor
of violets but of decayed vegetables. It
is simply death to violets. This is the
more strange because I have found Fostite
the best and easiest applied of all anti-
dotes for carnation rust and it does not
do the slightest harm to the plants in any
wav. \Vm. Scott.

Philadelphia.

G. E. Luffmann, of Chestnut Hill, has
sold out his establishment to Irwin Me-
Callum, who will remove the greenhouses
to Ambler, Montgomery Co., where the
business will be carried on in the future
by Mr. McCallum, with Mr. Luffman as
manager. Additional glass will be erected
from time to time as it is the intention to
grow flowers in quantity for the trade.
Carnations will be the leading feature for
next season. Mr. McCallum is a wealthy
manufacturer and has abundant means
to carrj' out his ideas.

The early part of the past week was
very disagreeable, there were violent
winds, rain, snow and sleet, and taken
all together old I'robs. could not have
done much worse. Friday and Saturday
the skies cleared, the weather was fine
and the week wound up with two busy
days. "SuppoEC this weather had come
two weeks ago," was a remark that made
many interested parties send up a little
silent prayer when tbev thought of what
might have been.

Prices of stock remain much the same
as last week with the exception of carna-
tions, which have dropjjcd a halfccntand
arc now %\ .50 per hundred for good ordi-
nary; the fancies still retain the old prices
however, the growers of these havingap-
partntly formed a sort ol trust or mutual
agreement society. Sweet peas too, are
down a little, the best ficing .$2 |icr hun-
dred, and as they arc becoming quite
plentiful this figure may not last long.

In blooming plants the cold frame forget-
me-not has made its appearance and sells
well. J. WcBtcott has some very pretty

English primroses, the best we have seen.
There are still a tew genistas, hydrangeas,
daisies and lilies left from the Easter
stock; these with pot geraniums and roses
about make up the list.

Hyacinths and tulips are now in full
bloom outside and beds of these in the
lawns, which have just had their first
clipping, are sure indicators that spring
has arrived.

There was a meeting of the trustees last
Friday afternoon to confer with the gen-
tlemen who are anxious to furnish the
money to rebuild Horticultural Hall.
Some of the trustees, on account of an of-
fer of $300,000 which they have had for
the property, opposed rebuilding; they
think they can with this capital obtain
tor the society a library building and
meeting room and in addition an income
of $10,000 annually, which, with thedues
of members and the admission fees of the
exhibitions, the society would be esta-
blished on a sound financial basis and
better able to advance the work of horti-
culture and floriculture than ever before.
There is to be a meeting of the society in
which the matter in all its bearings is to
be discussed, as the trustees do not wish
to refuse the of?er they have unless the
proposition to rebuild has the endorse-
ment of a large number of the members of
the society.

Robert Craig says there is a disease
among the kentias; that they are dying
outright or in part; a plant will be found
all dried and shrivelled as if it bad been
frozen, while in some cases only a leaf or
two is afiected. The disease is not be-
lieved to be contagious and but little is
known about it, as it has only recently
made its appearance.

A carnatiouist in speaking of his plants
recently said that early in the winter, he
noticed that in one of his houses the
plants seemed crowded and the flowers
were getting small and weak stemmed.
As an experiment he removed every other
row across the bench. An improvement
was at once noticeable and during the
balance of the season his best stock has
come from this house.

Walter CliflV, son of David Clifle of Gcr-
mantown is about building a range of
houses near 53rd and Market Sts. K.

Chicago.

The season for the sale of cut flowers is
fast drawing to a close, still with us in
the west at least there remains about
two months more in which we might ex-
pect to do a fairly active business, in fact
the spring months and up to about June
20, was once considered the most profita-
ble season for the retail dealer, and for
that matter the growers also. But things
have changed somewhat in the last four
or five years. The spring tra<lc in the
cut flower line is not w hat it used lo be.
As to the cause, opinions seem to difl'cr.
.Many of the dealers attribute the falling
oflTof trade in the legitimate channels to
the fakir, who undoubtedly is at this sea-
son of the year most active. There is no
doubt but what the Greek, in multiplying
numbers with each succeeding season, is
making his presence felt morcand moreas
quite an important factor in the market,
yet others trace the cause of the dimin-
ishing spring trade to the f.iet that the
society season is closed now-a-days at an
earlier date than was the case in former
years. Whatever the cause the fact re-
mains that the dealer cannot rely in a
very large degree on the remaining six or
eight weeks.

Trade last week was very dull, particu-
larly as regards the demand in the city.

A fairly active shipping trade is reported
by the wholesale men. but this proved
entirely inadequate to absorb the enorm-
ous number ol roses that all ol a sudden
have swamped themarket. E\ery grower
seems to be on with a full crop; whole
wagon loads of stuff are dumped on the
market, causing a glut such as hasn't
been noted for many a day. Prices of
course are away down. Mermets, Brides,
Perles, La France and Woottons are
offered at $15 to $20 per thousand, and
few buyers at that. A few extra lots sell
at a point or two higher. Meteor goes at
$2.50 to $3, if select. Jacqs are down to
$8 for the best, 5 to 6 for siconds. Hy-
brids 12 to 18; the latter figure is paid
for very fine Brunners and Baroness
Rothschild. Beauties hold their own at
$25 for selected long stems, $18 for good
seconds. Beauties, by the way, have im-
proved greatly the last week or two;
some of the flowers sent in noware really
fine.

Carnations, except white, are plenty
but not overstocked. The latter is still
scarce. Common sorts, colored, are
quoted at $1, white 1.25. Daybreak
brings $2, and Buttercup of which a few
fine blooms are offered, sells at $3.

Harrisii are slow at 4 to 6, Romans
$1.50, valley 2 to 3, violets 75c to $1,
mignonette 1.50 to 2.

Sweet peas are coming in quite freely,
mostly ol the Blanche Ferry and Nellie
Jayues variety. These meet with ready
demand at 1.25 to 1.50 per 100.

Owing to a clerical error the meeting of
the stockholders of the Cut Flower Ex-
change last Friday came to naught. The
call should have been made for an ad-
journed meeting, but instead was made
for a special. Under the by-laws a ten
days notice is required for such a meeting
and as onl^' five days notice had been
given no legal action could be taken to
wind up affairs as had been intended, so
an adjournment was taken suhject to a
call in legal form. There is no doubt that
the exchange in its present form will go
out of existence on May 1. All the mem-
bers however who have done business on
the exchange heretofore, with the excep-
tion of the commission men, will reorgan-
ize and start up again. A room large
enough to accomodate the present mem-
bership has been secured on the second
floor of Nos.Gl and 63 Wabash avenue.
The business will be carried on in the
same manner as before but under a differ-
ent title and with tie elimination of the
commission feature. Growers only will
lie allowed to do business.

T. J. Corbrey has gone to California on
a four weeks pleasure trip.

J. T. Anthony will move to 2114 Michi-
gan avenue about May 1.

At the last meeting of the Florist Club
little but routine business was done. In
view of the dissolution of the Cut I'Nower
E.xchangc the trustees of the club were
instructed to arrange for new (juartcrs.
Mr. J. T. Anthony offered a large room in
connection with his store on Michigan
Avenue, which would be very desirable
were it not so tar south. The trustees will
probably ask that the final selection be
made by vote of the club at the next
meeting and it is hoped that tiie attend-
ance will be lari;e and ;i lull expression of
()l)iiiioii had. It w.is dicided that when
the club takes possession of the new
quarters, wherever they may be, there
should be an old fashioned house-warm-
ing and a good time.

There were not sufficient to make a
(|uorum t-it the Inst meeting of the Horti-
cultural Society, but m.ittcrs connected
with the coming clirysatitheinuni show

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were discussed informally, and a meeting
of the executive committee will be called
at an early date to take final action re-
garding a place to hold the exhibition.

Mr. John Speelman, of C. J. Speelman
& Sons, Sassenheim, Holland, was a re-
cent visitor.

Boston.

Trade in general has been very quiet
with the florists during the past week.
The weather has been the worst of the
season and seems to have put a damper
on everything. There is considerable
stock of inferior quality on the market
and this goes slow. The best demand is
for first-class Jacqs, Brunners and other
large roses and whatever is offered in this
line goes readily.

Mr. W. H. Manning was awarded a
first-class certificate of merit for a new
yellow-barked Osier Dogwood (Cornus
stolonifera, var. aurea) which was re-
cently found at Stockbridge. It makes a
fine contrast with the common red-barked
variety and as such will undoubtedly be-
come valuable.

The bowling enthusiasts of this neigh-
borhood are beginning to talk business
regarding the prospects for Atlantic City
next summer. A good team is sure to
turn out on that occasion.

A. W. Bennett of Schenley Park, Pitts-
burg, Pa., and George C. Watson of Phil-
adelphia have been in town. We hope
they will both stay longer next time.

New York.

The Morgan-Hamilton wedding which
took place on April 12tb, the bride being
the daughter of Mr. J. Pierpont Morgan,
was undoubtedly the leading society
event of the season, and the floral decora-
tions by Thorley at St. George's church
and at Mr. Morgan's residence were cor-
respondingly magnificent.

At the church the spacious chancel was
turned into a perfect garden of lilies, hy-
drangeas and lofty palms, the railings be-
ing heavily decorated with asparagus,
white roses, lily of the valley and other
white flowers in profusion. On the pew
ends down the whole length of the center
aisle were large clusters of lilies, hydrang-
eas and hybrid roses fastened with bows
of white ribbon, and the font was a great
mound of marguerites. The interior of the
church being of dark wood and the floral
decorations confined almost entirely to
white, every flower showed for its full
value and the effect was very striking.

The decorations at the house were
marked by an entire absence of lilies or
hydrangeas. One of the prettiest combi-
nations was seen in a recess in the main
hall where the frame of a large picture
was covered with daff^odils and the fore-
ground and corners were massed with
genista plants which arched over with
beautiful effect. The staircases were
richly trimmed for three stories up, each
newel supporting a large cluster of long-
stemmed American Beauties and the
carved balustrades heavily decorated
with masses of these and other large red
roses.

The sides and top of theentrance to the
reception room were thickly covered with
Baroness Rothschild roses. At the end
of this room, where the bridal party re-
ceived, a curtain of asparagus, Mabel
Morrison and Bride roses and white lilacs,
caught up at one side with white ribbon,
was the main feature, while the bay win-
dow in the center across from the en-
trance was arranged similarly excepting
that Tacqs and crimson ribbon were used

instead of white. The fireplace and man-
tel at the other end were filled with white
rhododendron and azalea plants. Wher-
ever available, festoonings of smilax and
asparagus were freely used.

The bride's bouquet was made of white
sweet peas and Phala;aopsis amabile,
small clusters of these same flowers being
also fastened on the bows of broad white
ribbon with which it was tied. The bou-
quets for the six bridesmaids were of li-
lacs, three purple and three white.

There is no scarcity of weddings this
season and all the florists are having
their share of the decorating work. There
is nothing specially new or novel that can
be said to be characteristic of these occa-
sions this season, the only generally pre-
vailing feature being a disposition to
economize. Customers have got into a
bad habit of going from one florist to an-
other canvassingfor low figures and many
complaints of rate cutting are heard.

Bouquets for weddings are made rather
large but there is no limitation as to the
material that may be used in them, the
flowers of which they are composed vary-
ing with the tastes or whims of the par-
ties inteiested. In one case Mabel Morri-
son for the bride and Baroness Roths-
child with mignonette for the bridesmaids
were used; in another lily of the valley for
the bride, while the bridesmaids carried
tall clusters of longiflorum lilies laid up
against the arm, in so called Grecian
style; on another occasion the bride's
bouquet was of Bride roses and the
bridesmaids' of Bridesmaid roses. Occa-
sionally a very eccentric fancy is displayed ,
as where a gentleman recently ordered a
bridal bouquet of white camellias made
in the old fashioned style and would take
nothing else. In such instances the flo-
rists have learned not to question or to
offer advice but to go ahead and do the
work as directed, no matter how absurd.

Southern palm leaves are pretty ex-
tensively used as back grounds, and fes-
tooning of laurel is occasionally used
where much is wanted for little money.
Asparagus is the material most in d'e-
rnand however for such work. Sea green
ribbon is very generally used to fasten
these festoons. Wreaths of Southern
galax leaves, sometimes in combination
with roses, etc., are used indiscriminately
for both weddings and funerals. Where
it is desired to shut off a part ot the space
in a church for special uses the reserved
portion is designated by a festoon of roses
or ribbon across the aisle, or a pair of
tall palms are placed so that the leaves
form an arch overhead.

The wholesale cut flower trade is in
somewhat better shape than at time of
last report, the long spell of dark and
stormy weather having shortened up the
crop so that it is scarcely equal to the de-
mand. Prices continue low in spite of
this; it is a hard job to restore prices after
they have once gone down; the retailers
resist anything of this sort with remark-
able unanimity. Harrisii lilies are sold
cheaper than ever before, $20 to $30 per
thousand being the prevailing figure and
they are not all sold, even at that. There
are indications of an approaching scarc-
ity of smilax. Wiegand Bros, are sending
in La France roses now, the equal of
which it would be difficult to find. Moss
roses are coming in from Ernst Asmus and
Julius Roehrs.

Mr. I. Forsterman was the recipient on
April 8th of a handsome gold watch and
chain which was presented to him by the
Schwaebischer Saenger Bund of Brooklyn,
an organization ot which he is a mem-
ber.

Thos. W. Weathered 's Sons have se-
cured a contract to erect a fine range of
greenhouses for Mr. E.T.Bedford, Green's
Farms, Conn.

Mr. Charlie Carlin, Thorley's indispens-
able buyer, is receiving congratulations
on the birth of a daughter. On being
asked how he felt about it his reply was
"Oh, that's not botheringmy head much;
third wife, you know."

Captains of nursery or florist's nines
and others interested in base ball can now
arrange dates with a crack New York ag-
gregation by addressing John Skelley,
care of Thos. Young, Jr., 20 West 24th
street.

Lorenzo R, Brower of the firm of W.
H. Brower & Sons, Broadway, will be a
married man by the time this gets into
print; Wednesday April 18th, is the happy
day.

Thorley is enlarging his facilities bv
moving his offices up one story above his
store.

P. B. Meissner of Flatbush is sending
fine plants of calceolaria to the New York
market.

Washington.

The annual business meeting of the
Washington Florist Club was held April
4 in their new and comfortable quarters.
No. 716 6th street, N. W. The first busi-
ness transacted was theelection of officers
resulting as follows; President, Wm. H.
King; Vice President, Robert Lacey, of
the firm of Kramer & Lacey, of Anacos-
tia, D. C; Secretary, Geo. W. Oliver;
Treasurer, Adolphus Gude; Correspond-
ing Secretary, Wm. F. Gude. This meet-
ing was well attended. The advisability of
holding another chrysanthemum show
this coming fall was brought up and
thoroughly discussed by all present. Mr.
W. A. Manda, of South Orange, N. J. be-
ing present, was requested to address the
meeting on his experience in running a
chrysanthemum show. He gave a very
interesting talk on the subject, which was
thoroughly appreciated by s.11 present.
Mr. Manda is a great believer in shows
and said they were the life of all clubs;
that that was the principal purpose of
their organization. The majority of those
present were in favor of holding a show,
but a decision was ultimately postponed
until a future meeting. Mr. Fred Atkins,
representing Pitcher & Manda, looked in
upon us. In the basement of this new
hall is a fine bowling alley, which is a
great attraction to rnany of our boys.
After the meeting they invited Messrs.
Manda and Atkins below to take a turn
at the pins, where several hours were
very pleasantly passed.

Mr. A. W. Bennett, Supt. Schenley Park,
Pittsburg, spent Saturday and Sunday in
Washington. He is on his way east in the
interest ot some special improvements in
the park in the way of an electrical foun-
tain.

The cut flower trade has hardly been up
to the standard. Society people are keep-
ing rather quiet since Lent. Roses aie
more plentiful and of better quality.

The boys are all very busy preparing
for the spring trade in bedding stock.
The market florists have been kept quite
busy the past week. The demaud for
plants in bloom has been very good
while the demand for decorative plants,
palms, dracffinas, rubbers, etc., has been
tully up to the growers expectation.
Should the weather moderate and get a
little more spring like, the growers will
be kept on the jump for the next few
weeks.

Mr. Geo. H. Brown, Supt. Public Parks,

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is a very busy man just now preparing
plans for the planting of the beds in the
various reservations. This season he
proposes to use more tropical and sub-
tropical plants than has been the custom
heretofore. He is asking Congress for an
appropriation for the purpose of erecting
a house 20x120 feet in which to grow
more tropical plants for bedding. This
house will be erected during the summer
and will be devoted exclusively to tropi-
cal plants for the parks. The new French
cannas will be a feature in the parks this
season. Flowering tobacco is also to
take a conspicuous part. A few of those
plants were used last season with good
effect. The variegated bananas will form
the centers of a number of beds. The
newer and better varieties of sunflowers
w^ll be used extensively, also the best of
the ricinus, and grasses, particularly the
three varieties of eulalias will be used in
quantity. In the shady parts of some of
the parks new beds will becut and planted
with such plants as crotons, pineapples,
diefTenbachias, caladiums, draca;nas, be-
gonias, etc. Every inch of space in the
houses under Mr. Brown is being rapidly
filled with small bedding plants from
their propagating houses. It requires
hundreds of thousands of these plants
every spring for the parks. Mr. Brown
proposes to make a number of beds in
designs complimentary to the Knights of
Pythias who are to visit Washington
this summer. They will be emblematic,
representing their badges and insignia,
something after the same manner of those
made two years ago in compliment to
the Grand Army. They will not use as
many echeverias this season as they have
done the past few years. The fountains
will be filled with nymphasas and other
aquatics. Rey.nolds.

Buffalo.

Business could be called only very mod-
erate if it were not for funeral work, of
which there has been a good deal of late,
and as that class of work is always well
distributed it helps everybody in the
trade. We cannot complain of that great
surplus of flowers which the large eastern
citief speak of, yet all flowers are getting
plentiful. Violets are growing beauti-
fully less every day in size if not in quan-
tity. Roses are fine just now. There are
a few dozen "Belles" sold in Buffaloevery
day. You don't hear as much of this
rose as last summer. You hear occasion-
ally that it is "disappointing," "no im-
provement over Beauty," etc. Although
merely a sport, or, to E|icak correctly, a
bud variation of Beauty, it is very differ-
ent in many respects. The leaf is distinct
from Am. Beauty. When at its best the
flowers have almost as beautiful a color
as La France. A heavy full flower, and
my experience with 500 plants this last
wmtcr is that the Belle will ^ive you more
flowers under the same conditions than
Am. Beauty, and a dozen perfect flowers
of Belle will sell Ixrfore the Beauties. To
think it a less vigorous grower than Am.
Beauty is a fallacy; it is just as strong a
grower.

(In Tuesday wc were visited by 18
inchri of snow. It was a great blizzard
for this time of year, but did no harm,
and the bluebird and daffodil arc again
twittering in the garden in their rctpcc-
tivc places.

Sebastian I'icklcman, after a winter'!
hard work, is going to take a good holi-
dny. California and old Mexico will be
thtiroughly explored.

Mr. Stewart is receiving some great
roses from Harry Dale and they are now

talked about on the street. His Mer-
mets. Brides, Woottons and other varie-
ties are certainly wonderful and it is a sad
fact they are not equalled on this side of
the Niagara wherever you go. What can
it be? It can't be climate and it ought
not to be brains (Mr. D. will excuse me I
know); it must be soil. Whatever the
means to success, the roses are phenom-
enal. W. S.

Media, Pa. — The real estate of La
Roche & Stahl under the trust judgment
will be sold by the sheriff, in this city, at
10 a. m., April 28.

Minneapolis, Minn.— F. C. Bartels, for
six years foreman for J. M. Gasser, Cleve-
land, is now foreman of the Mendenhall
Greenhouses, this city.

Denver, Col. — Easter trade was about
25% larger than last year, with prices
about 25%lower. Supply ample. Qual-
ity not quite so good. Increased call for
red roses, valley and violets.

SITUATIONS, WANTS, FOR SALE.

Adverttsementa under this bead will be Inserted at
tbe rate of 10 centa a line (seven words) each Insei^
tlon. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

OITI'ATIOX WANTED— In or around greenhouses,
O by voune man,2ii: 8 years' experience: references.
THO.S. RoDHAiM. 8cranton. Pii.

S1TL:atioN wanted— Charse of Kreenhouses;
_ flral-class cut llower Krower and propasutor: state
wages. C B. care American Klorlst.

SITUATION WANTED— By practical gardener and
florist, age "&. single: good references: picose state
wages. Address Paul. ^ Sherman St.. Chicago.

8ITL'ATIC IN WANTED -By ii lirst-class rose grower;
13 year^. experience In this country; (Jennan, mar-
ried; best of references. Address

L D. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-By gardener and florist;
cut flowers, graperies, vegetables and mushrooms;
commercial or private; age \^X, married.

E. care American Florist. Chicago.

OITUATIO.N WA.N'TED-Commerclal cjr private, by
O tlrst-class (iennjin gardener and tlurlyt; age 3U;
Paclflc co;ist preferred: state wages. Address

Ch.\s. Vokbeck. St. Ilelena, Cal.. box ;i.

SITUATION WANTED— By good rose and cut flower
grower, as working foreman: 15 years' experience
In Ui S. and Europe: flrst class references: age 3U. sin-
gle. Address GiioWKlt, care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED -Hy an unergellc, llrst-class
man. single, iJerinan. age :JU; llmrniigli experience
In rose and cut llower growing; references Al: open
May I. Please address

II. E., l)ox jH;t, westerley. U. I.

SITUA'I'ION WANTI'^h In store or commercial
place, having i-xp.TU-iu-e In gniwlng roses, cania-
tionMan<l general lliirl.st ^loek; also a good cut flower
worker; good rfl.Terice. Kn.vNK /.Kcii.

I'eiiUMi (ireetihouses, New- London, Conn.

Srri'ATKj.N' WANTED Hy Hrst-class designer, also
willing U> make himself useful In greenhouse If
necessary; single man of 110; flrst-class references.
Will work for moderate salary If steady place. Ad-
dress c W. i;are American Florist.

SITI'ATIO.N WANTED My a llrstclass llorli.1 and
landscaiie gardener as Inreman or ln.-ad gardener;
commiTcliil plar'.. prefiTred; over ;tfj years' experi-
ence In all l.nini-lM'H: <;<Tnian. marrkKl. no family.
.1, A. K Asc MK A. ill.', SI h st.N. W.. Washington. D. C.

SITUATION WANTED-As foreman by a llrst class
Mnrlsl; (;erinan. ago'-'*, sober and energi'tlc: good
rose and general cut flower grower; also gncd i.rrui-
mentul aii'l Is-dding plant grower and designer; .im
furnish gcod ri'fcTences and refer you lo relliihle par-
ties; pleast; sUlt4; wnges: steady plai iilv waiucd.

Aildress E. (i.. .'d-lllall St..(!rand Itaplds, Mli-li.

VV'-^ '**■"''*'•'' '^" experience llorlwl. one familiar with
TT propagating ami growing roses and enmntlons;
steady work f<jr tin* right man.

K. Naoki. a Co.. Mlrniea|M)lls. Minn,

W.^A.N'I'EI* To purchase Itorlstostabllslimeril adapt
>V ,.«l In cut llower growing fur llie market; a locu-
tion In eastern .New England preferre'l Aililress
A, <airc' Eastern OHlcu Amc^rlcan Unrlst,
<;7 llro?nnehl St., Il<m|.>n,

'tl.'ANTKD A good man with experience In ro^e
» T propagation as an assistant In wHnmercIal plaete;
nU'aily employment and good wagi's; must lie well
rts;om mended. Apply

Itisnn l.'t. '-•'i.'t llearlsirn SI . Chicago.

WA.NTED Klorlsl.exiHjrlenced Ingrowing cut llriw.
unxrox-s In parlb-idar) and rorilrigof bullsms
slock; sliilo wages e«|H«:tuil, Willi refererHa-s. whether
m«rn<xl or slnglu Addri'ss Wii ll.M.lilioiiKs,

KJl K. Oregon St . Kvanavlllo. Ind.

W^ANTED— A partner to ,joln me In growing cut
T T flowers tor retail trade; must have some experi-
ence and a little capital; plenty of room for a big busi-
ness. For particulars address

A E. care F. C. Young.
21> Maplewood Ave.. Portsmouth. N. H.

"tX/'ANTED— In a well established florists' business
>V an active partner with capital of S8,(XXMG,IXI0.
An Immense extent of country with rapidly Increas-
ing population and very little competition. No such
chance on the ettntlnent. Address

A. BowKK.MAX. box lljt;. Winnipeg. Manitoba.

WANTED-A PARTNER-To join me growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing, A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the buslTiess. and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a flrst-class open-
ing for the right man.

WiLFiiEi) A. Brothertox. Rochester. Mich.

OR SALE CHEAP— Large second-hand florist's Ice
Bo.x, value about $75. Vai'GHAX'.s Seei> Store.
8S State Street. Chicago.

F

F

■OR SALE— Cheap, one Furman boiler No. 4; 3 veara
in use. A. GuoHMANN & Sons,

Satflnaw. East Sliie. Mich.

F

OR SALE OR TO LET— A valuable tiorist business.
For parttcuiars address

JACOB Mendel, Locic Box 51), Nyaelc, N. Y.

FOR SALE— Eatabllstied and paying florist business;
only one In one of the best counties In Indiana.
Address Central, care American Florist.

FOR SALE— One Kroeschell hot water boiler 4xi:i; 4
years In use. Also about 4UU0 feet 4-inch pipe.
ART FLORAL CO.. 3911 Cottage drove Ave.. Chicago.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
class florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.
Cost>25U. Vaughan's Seed store,

IJIJ A 148 West Washington St.. Chicago.

FOR SALE— At a sacrifice, on account of poor
health, three large greenhouses, well stoclted. In a
live town of lO.UOu In central Pennsylvania; good trade
in all surroumilng towns; no other greenhouse within
SO miles. Correspondence solicited.

Pennsylvania, care American Florist.

FOR SALE— Store well stocked, together with 4,000
feet glass, heated by steam, well stocked two
spring wagons, two horses and all modern conve-
mences; price i^4.00U. tliree-fourthscash. Apply
John Schneidek.
\mM Walnut St.. Kansas City. Mo.

FOR SALE-Fromone to fifteen acres of land with
southern slope, one block from depot at Valley
Park, a suburb of St. Louis. A very suitable locution
for a fiorist growing cut flowers for St, I/juIb market.
Twelve tralnM each way dally. Two express com-
panies. Plenty of water. IMce low. Tenns easy.
For further Information address

E. II. Michel. St. IjOuIb. Mo.

FOR SALE— A thriving floilst's business in a grow-
ing town of ii.oou Inhabitants In central Missouri.
Tlio uiily Hnrlst's establltthment tlitTe. Two green-
hoUML's. :; iitTos of land and a liamisome residence.
Anniuii net pritflts J'-^.tKHI, and can be greatly Increased.
Price J."*,!]*)!). Owner's health Is bad and ho must leave
before another winter. For further particulars ad-
dress E. H. Michel, St. Ixjuls, Mo.

F

OR SALE OR TO LET~A suitable place for a flo-
rist or market gardener, consisting of Vi^ acres
good land, cottage of elgbt rnoiiis with lirv cellar, also
barn. (irfcnhoUHe Slixii. lu'atcd hy Weathered hot
water a|M'nr:itus alMii i;. n nt i.nlcr, l-lm-sl ninrkel In
the worlii f<»r tllMpo;<li)K of all pnnluee, Itoth In svuumer
and winter. The jiroiierty Issltuated qult^close to the
city of Newport K. I. For tenns, prices, etc.. address
A. PUKscoTT Haker. BolleviU' Ave.. Newport. R. 1.

Seven Kreenhouses, Queen Anne cottage,
all in good condition; ne;ir depot, fifteen
minutes from New York City. Terms rea-
Sidiaple. Addres.s B, care American Flori.st.

FOR SALE.

Five thousand Hollyhocks, in colois,
Chandler's strain, per 100, .$8.00; per
1000. $G0.00. Also 1000 SWKICT WiL
LIAMS, per 100. $8.00. S roiiK plants.
ART FLORAL CO..

.1011 ColtllKe <;ri>v« .\v<'., Cll l('.\<:<).

A RARE CHANCE FOR INVESTMENT

Columbia Farm, containing over 20 acres nrnble
and f^razhifc land, clitnatc one of the finest in the
world. I-rost t\\\A innlnria unknown. Lilies, nar-
ci^suH and ninar>'llis ^rowi t" open ground
tlirouKli'x't the winter. HuoukIi Marrisii and
other Ilull)s will be fuinJHh'd to stock the rarni.so
thiit new iiroj)rictor can enter al once Into bnsi-
ncrtfl, whicli should l)e started not later than Au-
Kuitt next. Our Harrlsli Dulbs have n world wide
rc|>utatioM, and a ^tyo*\ practical ninnaKer cnti se-
cure liiindHoiuf profits. Sold becauKi- other busl-
ncAfi claiiiiH my attention. Conimunicnte with

R. H. JAMES, Proprietor. St. Georges. Bermuda.

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REMOVAL NOTICE.

T. J. CORBREY.

CHAS. W. MCKELLAR.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale Commission Florists,

Telephone Main 4508.

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We beg to inform our customers that we have removed from the Chicago Cut Flower Exchange to Nos. 64 and 66 Wabash Ave.,
where we have secured quarters suitable to carry on a much more extensive commission business than heretofore, having the facilities to
handle much more stock, and in a much more satisfactory manner, both to our growers and buyers. Our quarters being much en-
larged, will enable us to add more consignors to our list. Growers of good stock wishing to place their goods in hands where it will be
carefully dealt with, will make no mistake by giving us a trial. All stock received will have best of care and be disposed of to the best
possible advantage. We settle all grower's account sales weekly, thus it necessitates our buyers to settle all accounts promptly. We
issue statements semi-monthly, yet while we know parties to be punctual in makini; payments, should they prefer settling monthly, it is
perfectly satisfactory to us that they should do so, but under no circumstances can we carry accounts over thirty days. Our aim is to
do business on a cash basis, much as possible, thereby affording us the opportunity of giving our customers benefit of lowest possible
prices, and enabling us in making prompt settlements with our growers. Parties unknown to us, when ordering flowers, will please
send references or cash with order, otherwise goods will be shipped C. O. D. Buyers will make a saving by using our telegraph code
whenever possible.

We make a soecialty of regular orders, parties using certain quantities will find an advantage in placing regular orders daily, or as
desired, as it will insure first-class stock at all times

All telegraph, mail and telephone orders given prompt attention,
had in the vicinity of Chicago.

Should we be out of what you want, we will secure it if to be

Increase Your Business

by fostering an interest in plants and
flowers among the people in your vicin-
ity. You can best do this by getting
subscribers to

GARDENING . . .

which tells people how to get the most
satisfaction out of their gardens, and
stimulates them to enlarge and extend
their gardening operations.

$I.OO A YEAR is the subscription price
of this paper, which is issued twice a
month, is handsomely and truthfully
illustrated, is thoroughly practical, ab-
solutely free from wind and gush and
grinds no axes for anyone.

SPECIAL LOW RATE to florists who
will act as agents. We want an agent
in every city and town in America.
Write for terms now to
THE GARDENING CO.

Monon Building, CHICAGO.

12 Choice leading kinds. Large flowering

Two years |3 per doz. ; $22.50 per 100

Three years .... $4 " S30.00

DAISIES. — Snowflake and Snowcrest, distinct
kinds, indispensable for spring sales, $2 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINGS,

from fall, 75 cents per 100; $6.00 per 1000.

F. A. ItALLER, BloominKtOD, III.

Mention American Florist.

Farfugium Grande.

Fine plants, J7.00 per hundred; by mail,
postpaid, 81.00 per dozen. You will make a
mistake if you fail to secure a stock of this,
always scarce plant, at the above low price.

No. 323 Grove Street, AURORA, ILL.

The Directory

F'or ISO*

IS NOW READY.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

-CHIOA.CiO.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammoths, 21^4-lnch pots.... S3. 00 535.1)0

rooted cuttinps, 1.25 10.00

General collection, named. ■■ '■ 1.00 8.00

SM-inch pots. ...2.50 20.00

Send for price list of Carnations, Chrysanthemums

and other florist stocli.

WOOD BROTHERS,

Tuberous Begonias.

GRIFFIN'S STRAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.
We are headquarters for tbe
■ above, the finest strain In the
, -... . .„, -c-TE-cp^ Tvorld. Send for illustrated
descriptive catalogue with copyrlghl engravings. It
tells you all about them.

OASIS NURSERY CO.,

Thos. Griffin. Mgr. Westbury Station, L. I., N. Y.

HERE'S A POINTER FOR YOU.

At the West End Greenhouses, IVIt. Pleasant. lovKa,

you can get strong, healthy Verbenas, from 2 and
2J<-inch pots, at $1..S5 per 100. Rooted cuttings
7oc. per 100. Alternanthera — A. nana, P. major
and versicolor, 2J4 and 3-inch pots, ?2 2-5 per 100.
Coleus in variety. 2^4 and 3-iuch pots, at S2.00;
Rooted cuttings, 60c. per 100. Cash with order,

MRS. J. P, BEO k CO., Mt. Pleasant, Iowa

GHRySflNTHEMUMS

UP TO DATE,

At way down prices. Send for circular.

H. W. TURNER, Chrysanthemum Specialist,

SIIAKON, PKNN.V.

CHAS. DAVIS.

The miiKnlflcent golden sport from VIVIAND-
MOHKI>, identical except in color, 3oc each; 6 for Jl.

ENFANT DES DEUX MONDES.

Grand snow white sport from LOVIS ROEHMER

perfect In habit, dower superior to Mrs. Hardy. 25c
each: 5 for 75c. or.') of each $1 5U. All post free. Low
quotations on large quantities.

T. H. SPAUI.DING, Orange, l«f. J.

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

SPECIALTIES: Including The Queen. Nlveus.
Mrs. F. L. Ames, tiolden Wedding, Judge Iloltt, and
Good GracluUB. Twelve plants for Jt.(X).

NOVELTIES; iDcluding The World. White
Eagle, Monarch of Ostrich Plumes, Sliver Waves,
and Pascha. Fourteen plants for Jl.(iO.

GENEKAL LI>T: Including many new varie-
ties. Sl.xteen plants for 11.00.

Now ready lor delivery. Send for catalogue.

M, B, LITTLE, GLENS FALLS, N, Y.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

50,000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLDEN CROWX. the most hardy, strongest grow-
ing, highest colored yellow to date, 2-Tnch, well
grown. S4 per 100; Si3 per 1000: 250 at 1000 rates
throughout.
10.000 In 12 other standard leading sorts, plants $1.50;

rooted TO cts. per 100.
10,000 Snow Crest Daisies, 3vJ per 100; $25 per lOOO.
30.000 Mam. Verbenas, progressive type, none better.
5.000 of them CUmaxers the Peerless crimson bedder.
10,000 seedlings from our XX and XXX progressive
seed will give the most splendid new Itlnds. all per-
fectly clean and healthy, 3-Inch, strong, fine. In bud,
$2.50; flats $1.50 per 100. seedlings same rate; special
rates per 1000.
5.0UO Vgt. Vincas. extra fine, 3-inch $3; flats S1.50;

rooted $1 per 100.
5.000 Giant Scablosa Snowball, per 100 $1.50; seed, 25c.

for large trade packet.
10.000 Gibson's sweet scented hybrid pansles, flats $1;
frame $2 per 100; seed Vs oz. 50c . ^x oz. fl. ^ oz. $l.i'»0.
5,0iHJ Gem Feverfew. 5.0(Xi Golden Marguerites. 5,000
Dwf. Lobelias. 5.000 Golden Feather and ('. Gymno-
carpa. the last two seedlings small pkts. $1 50, rooted
cuttings Toe. per 100.
Double Petunias, Dreer's new '93 set and the Queen
the best all round double white, rooted, named,
labeled. J2 per lOU.
Mexican Primrose, three novelties, named, rooted SI

per 100-
30.000 Eulalla Zebrlna and Japonica, potting size $2.50

per 100.
5.000 Torenla Foumlerl, seed pan 50 cts., from flats
$1 per 100.

Lots of other good things. Write for what you
want. Premium utTer tHrevery $5 order: Wewill put
In free t> Giant Neruna Verbena and 1 (iolden Strand
Coleus: doubled on every $10 order, and 1 Dak. Prim-
rose, 1 pkt. Double Petunia and 1 pkt. Scablosa snow-
ball when desired. Price list free. Address, cash
with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, N. J.

Mention American Florist.

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wtioiesaie Florists

RICHMOND, INDIANA.
The Bosltoop, Hoiiand, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

Address O. H. JOOSTEN. Agent.
3 Coenties Slip, NEW YORK.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents for

Snell's Hydraulic System of using oil for fuel
purposes. No odor, and ,'3 to % cheaperthan coal.

509 Madison Ave., GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.

Ii:S?""Send for Circular

SSG

The American Florist.

April ig.

St. Louis.

The cut flower trade for the past week
has been exceptionally good. The pre-
sentation of Grand Opera has had a
marked effect on the market; prices have
not advanced any but there has been a
cleaning out every day that was gratify-
ing to note. The stock most in demand
was long Beauties with Meteors as
second choice. The plant trade still con-
tinues slow despite favorable weather.

At the regular monthly club meeting
which occurred on the 12th there was a
very fair attendance. The exhibition com-
mittee having in charge the show, re-
ported that it had decided to hold the
coming exhibition in the art rooms of the
Exposition Building in preference to the
Grand Music Hall, which has been used
heretofore. The difference in pric; between
the cost of the hall last season, and the
terms for which the art rooms have been
secured for the coming show is $600, and
it is expected that this will go a long way
towards having a balance on the right
side when affairs are wound up.

The responses secured from the various
street car lines, regarding the placing of
advertising on the cars, were very favor-
able and doubtless will be acted upon.
The list of Shaw premiums as accepted by
the board was read, it is about the same
as far as plants are concerned, an impor-
tant addition has been made however in
the shape of foursetsof premiumsconsist-
ing of $20, $15 and $10 each, and offered
for the best 25 blooms of white, yellow
and pink chrysanthemums, one variety;
also for best 25 flowers one variety, in-
troduction of 1892, '3, '4. These being
Shaw premiums are open to all competi-
tors without thepaymentof anyentrance
fee or other charges. The prevailing opin-
ion heretofore has been that our prizes
have been too small to draw strong com-
petition, but with the offering of the
above and the decided increase that has
been made in all the other classes, the
competition should be as good as seen
anywhere, and there should be displays
from the best growers in the west.

The prize offered last year for a center-
piece, and which caused much discussion
as to whether it should consist of one or
more plants, bobbed upagain, and itwas
Anally decided not to limititto one plant,
but to confine to one variety.

A committee consisting of Mr. J. M.
Jordan, John Young, and E. H. Michel
was appointed to examine into and
report upon the advisability ol adopting
some method of protecting those engaged
in trade here Irom parties who system-
atically avoid paying debts. A short
pafxr was read upon the use of manures
and fertilizers in growing roses, which
cli.'itcd quite a lit tie diccussion, after which
the club adjourned.

The fourth scries of games rolled by the
Howling Club closed last week, team No.
2 romintjoutfirst with 12,289 pins, No. 1
seiond with 12,231, and No. 3 third with
11.009. Mr. C. A. Kuchn wins the medal
for high average, with a record of 201''t
for 1 2 games. Thin Itring the third time
he has won the mrdal it VKComcs his pcr-
Ronnl pr< p?rfy. Ivmil St-hray takes the
individual mcdul with n soreol 2(!G,and
last but not least John Kun/ retniiis a
firm grip on the medal made from "hide"
with a record of 1 20 .".12.

The coming scries will not lie ns well
attcndc<l as those during the winter
owing lo the rush of spring work, scvernl
notices having liccn received from mem-
bers who will not enter. The same num-
ber of teams will be formed, liut in nil
probability will consist of but five iin-m-
Ixrscnch. R. F. T.

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
Testout, - 6 00
Meteors, - - 3 50

Brides, -
La France,
Mermets,

Per 100.

$3 50
3 50
3 50

Special discount on our Beauties on orders of 50O or over.

CARNATIONS— Rooted CuUiugs trausplauted iu soil. DAYBREAK. $25.00 per 1000. SILVER
• • • • SPRAY, 820.00 per 1000. TIDAL WAVE, $20.00 per 1000.

REINBERG- BROS., 51 Wabash Ave Chicago.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSfllHTHEMUMS, the cream of all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MflV, Summit. New Jerseu.

Brides Bridesmaids. "W^^^~^ ^^2* ~M~7V ^^^ Cusins, Beauties,

Ferles, Meteors, Hostes, M^f V VkC^^ Ml^ a?^^ Niphetos. Testouts,
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots. -^^^^^^-^ ^-—^ -^^—^ ^-—^ la Trance, Mermets,

A.Mre^.eforc,uotauoc|^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for ChaB. Macintosh & Co., Kngland* Inventors of Vulcanized Indhi Uubber,
Extra strong greenhouse hose lo withstand lilph pressure. ?i-ln., ;^ply. I5c. per foot In i><l feet lengths.

2 1-2 Gent ROSES,

200.000 from 2i-inoh pots, at
$25 per 1000; $3 per 100.

STRICTLY OUR SELECTION. %r;.'^

50,000 from 4-inch pots, at
$60 per 1000; $7 per 100.

VARIETIES IN STOCK.

HYBRIDS— M. Baumann, Black Prince, Al-
fred Colomb, F. De Lesseps, De Graw,
Dufferin, Edinburgh, Holmes, Giant of
Battles, Lefebvre, Lyonnaise, Prince
Arthur, E. Verdier, E. Fuerst.

HYBRID TEAS— Weilshott, Meteor, Pink
Rover, La France, White La France,
Albany, Wootton

TEAS— Bravy, Gontier, Golden Gate, Mer-
met, Brides, Passot, President, fJubens,
Anna Ollivier, Perle, Sunset, Schwarz,
Watteville, Hoste, Salviati, Safrano,
Waban.

CLIMBERS— Baltimore Belle, Seven Sisters,
Tennessee Belle, Gustave Gossard, Mar-
echal Niel, Solfaterre. Devoniensis, La-
marque, Perle, Richardson.

Also Queen's Scjrlct, Hermosa, Soupert,
Chatelard, Pernet, Kuster, Mignonette
and other varieties.

<^uality of stock guaranteed. Personal inspection

invited. Send for quotation on your own .-^election.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

Dayton., Olilo.

WANTED

IN tXGHANGE FOR LABELS.

Ro^es — Am. licauty, Mcti'oi, bridesm.iid,
Gen. .Jacqueminot, Ulrich Brunner, llermosa
and other II P. Roses.

VVrttV UN. NtHtllllf \tXW.i' iinil <|UlllltttV.

WILLIAMS & SONS CO.. BATAVIA. ILL.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of younK rose plants out <>(
254 and 4-inch pots. Merniels, Brides, La
France, Perles and Brideimaids. Apply
GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

fil<-nvillR, Cuyaho(|n Co., Ohio,

IUhiN-1 < itltUiK"<>f ( riniritloiin. lr7iiiR|>lnnlf<l. .'^. S|irny,
M'Uownn Wllrliir l-ortin I.iiiiilH.rn nt II Ul iht IKI

VIIJI.KIM Miirli, l/,ii|pu., r.H.li'.! i ulllliupi. ill ;ili' iK-r
|i«l iiiMl ». n; ixr lu» < iii>h with onltT.

.1. .1. I.AMI'KKT, Xriilii. Olilii.

Roses Our Specialty.

300,000 KK.VDY NOW in best leacliue
sorts from Per ll«) Per lOOU

2-inch pots $ 3 00 S 30.00

3 ■' "... ... 500 45.00

4 " '• 12.00 110.00

PANSIES. extra strain from boxes,

once replanted . . . 5.00

PANSIES. in bud and bloom, 2-iu. pots 20.00

PETUNIAS, dbl. fringed. 2-in. pots . . 4.00 35.00

VERBENAS, the very best . 2.00 18 00

CARNATIONS, leading sorts . . 4.00 35.00

FUCHSIAS, single and double 3.00 3O00

CHRYSANTHEMUMS, the vers- cream. 3.00 25 00

The Oueen. . 5.00 45.00

GERANIUMS, sgl. and d',1. extra sorts 3.00 30.00

COLEUS. named sorts . , 3 00 25.00

Golden Bedder 4.00 35,00

large Ivd. seedlings from boxes 3 00 20.00

Hardy Perennials, Shrubs and Evergreens in quantity.

Send your lists to be priced. Ask tor catnloKUes.
wholeaaJc and rutaU.

Weemploy 8pet;liiIIsts In every ilepiirtiniMit and can
guarantee satlsliirtliiii. Four iiereH tiiiiler i;1hss.

Address nANZ & NEUNER, Loulsvllle, Ky.

Mention American Klorlt^i

H. P. ROSES

2 year old, budded, fine dormant stock, leading
varieties; per doz. $1.50; per 100$IOr>0; per 1000 8iM).

CLEMATIS

Strong, 4 year old plants, splendid stock; per doz.
84.7a; per 100 S-'iT.-O. Varieties. Jnckniauni. Miss
Bateniaii, Hciiryi. I.awsouiaua. Staudishi.

List of otlKT liardy stock on application.

W. W. BARNARD <& CO.,

6 & 8 North Clark utreet, CHICAOO.

Menllon Aaiorlcan Klorlm

Forcing Roses.

A stock of the best varieties
always on hand.

M, A, HUNT, Teire Haute, liii.

5,000 Jack Rose Plants,

ON THEIK OWN BOOTS.

Well branchal, 2\'j In i ti'ft hiKh, 510 per
too. Sample of S lor Jll 00.

JORDAN FLORAL CO.

:ill) oIIm' slii,|,|. «.r. I.(<I l">, M<».

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

iSq4.

The American Florist.

887

mm

WORLDS FAIR. 5eND FOR

Ovyfi Great Specialty- The new

LARGE TLOV/ERING CANNA5 ARE THE

BEDDING PLANTS Of THE EUTURE.We

HAVE ALL THE f3E5T 50RT5 AND NONE

3UT THE BEST ThE PICTURE 5H0W5A

WERY r 5MALL PAR.T OE OUR GREAT

DISPLAY^ OEOVFP 4,000 PLANT5 AT THE

OUR CATALOGUE CIWiNO i-

■ OFFER

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Perioo

Alternantheras. Versicolor, Rosea nana. Aurea
nana and P. Major % .50

ColeuB of sorts, mixed 50

" best new and old. named 1. 00

Alternantheras, P. major, Aurea nana, Tricolor

(Rosea nana). Versicolor . 2..')0

Plumbago, Capensls and Alba 4.00

Lady Larpenfs 4 00

Perennial Phlox, flneas-orted Jti.OOand 4.00

Achillea "The Pearl" , 4.01)

Begonias, assorted ; Lantanas. assorted ... 4.00

FuchalaH. asB t; Uellotrope, ass t $3. 00 and 4 00

Abutllons, assorted. . .. . 4.00

Eclieverla Extensa globosa, 3 to 6 Inches across,

per do/en, $1.00.

Mexican Primrose :>.00

Lady Waahlntrton Geranium tj.lKi

Ach/ranthus. assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted $2.00and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4 00

Schlzopetalus 6.00

Antherlcum plcturatum per dozen. 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted 2H-lu. pots 4.00
Sllver-Leaf Geraniums, 8 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalls, Ortglesl 4.00

Dahlias, named, our selection 5.00

French Cannas, named, our selection, dry roots.. 5.00

Blench Cannas, unnamed 3.00

potted 10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladlum, Hne mixed ti.OO

" " named 8.00

Trade list on appllcatlun.

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS,
Box ity. KANSAS CITY, MO.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QEQRQE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAaO.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you yrrite to an advertisers.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

GROWERS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

ASIC I'OU, CA.TA.X.Oa-UE.

100,000 VERBENAS.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.
Fine pot plants. $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.

Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the largest powers of Verbenas In the country. Our sales reaching last year
215,500. Our plants this year fully equal, If not surpass, any we have ever grown.

J. Iw, I>II:<I^0:N^« JBlooimst>x:&><s:, f*^.

Mention American Florist.

]MxA«»t l30 Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

Jf K*ioo to siait tlie tizzies.

SPHAGNUM MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
H. E:. HCiVR'rB'Oiei:), 18 chapman Place, :B0ST0IV.

READ THIS.

FELTHOUSEN, the COLEIIS SPECIALIST,

has at least

100,000 PANSIES. In the seed bed. at S2.00 per 1000,
and about ,M).000 transplanted In flats, at W.OO per 1000.

ROOTED ri'TTINGS of COI.KrS, vuur selection.
»1 IW PIT lion. Our Belectlcin. Jo. (XI per 1000.

KICHSIAS. leadlnK sorts, rcKiti'.l lUttlnusfl.OO perlOO.

IIKLIOTKOI'B. 4 varieties. $1.00 per 100.

SALVIAS or SWEET SAGE, JI.OO per 100.

AliF.UATUM. blue and white, 7.jc. per 100: ftt perlOOO.
Cash must In all cases accompany the order.

J. E.

370 Van Vranken Ave,,

FELTHOUSEN.

SCHENECTADY. N, Y.

Fansies, 50,000.

The Jennings strain of Jarge flowering and fancy
pansles now ready. Fine large blooming plants, all
colors. J3.00 per 100: $15.00 per 1000. Medium size
plants, for May blooming. $5.00 per 1000 by Express;
r-Oc, per 100 by mall.

Pansy Seed, pure white $1 per pkt. of 2500 seeds.

Large yellow, dark eye. H " " '*

Snowtlake Daisies, fine plants, ¥2 per 100.

Extra flne strain of German Dal-les. large and
double, white, pink and red. mixed or separate, J2. 00
per lOU. Cash with order.

ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

WHOLESALE PANSY Glt""FH.

Lock Box 2.)4. SOUTHI'OKT. CONN.

888

The American Florist.

April yp,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, .\gate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, $14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Fogition Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 percent;

36 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertising Department of the American
FXoRiST Is for Florisie. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Oxly. Please to
remember It.

Orders lor less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion In the issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

The Milwaukee Florist Clubhasissued
a preliminary preraiam list for its fourth
annual flower show to be held next
November. Copies may be had on appli-
cation to the secretary, Mr. A. Klokner,
Milwaukee, Wis.

\Ve have received cutbloomsof Mme.
Caroline Testout from Reinberg Bros, of
Chicago, which were certainly remark-
ably fine. The stems were strong enough
to support a Beauty, entirely without
the weak neck so often seen, and the color
and size of flowers excellent. A fine rose
without question and likely to be of more
commercial value as we understand it
better.

Messrs. F.Calvert & Son, Lake Forest,
111., send us a Papa Gontierrose Lud that
is full three inches long, and in an accom-
panying note ask: "How is this for a
Papa Gontier?" It is decidedly the larg-
est bloom of Gontier we have ever seen,
but the great size has apparently been at
least partially attained by the "swelling"
process and the color and texture have
Buffered in consequence.

The Rhode Island Horticultural Soci-
ety has issued the premium list for the
June exhibition. Prizes are offered for
strawberries in 2+ classes, for roses in 11
classes, for cut flowers in 7 classes, and
for plants in pots in 9 classes. Gratuities
will be given for displays of early veget-
ables. Announcement is also made of a
September exhibition of fruits and flowers
and of the annual chrysanthemum show.
Copies of the list may be had on applic.-i-
tion to the secretary, Mr. C. W. Smitli,<;i
Westminster St.. Providence, R. I.

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4tm and Walnut Streets,

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

t4-OZ PINE STREET,
(Siirrr«.<.r I r. KI.I.ISON * Kl KIIN),

4»:3^ WH O LES A LE »=*:♦:-

Ilia 1 ::iy. '. .t > 1, >■:. k.t ,

■It. 1^0«^1«, AdOa

A eomplata lln* of WIr* Ilt>al(iM.

Mi.'iiUoi) A[x«ortcaii Klorlal

REMOVAL NOTICE

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.

Wholesale Cut Flowers,

WILL REMOVE MAY 1st

TO

34 and 36 Randolph Street,

HEADQUARTERS FOR
AMERICAN BEAUTIES

OHTICiVOO.

TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND
KELSEY'S SOUTHERN GALAX LEAVES.

Every Florist should have stock. Will keep three months. Takes the
place of Ivy leaves. FBICE $2.00 per Thousand.

Wr— I j^l I r-> r^ /^ T l_l r^ r^ C> Sole Agents lor New England states.
CLOH DHU I M t riO, 2 Beacon Sr, BOSTON, MIASS.

FOR DECORATING, ""eTuI.""

ASPARAGUS PLUHOSUS NANUS.
CUT STRINGS e to is fbet long. 50 cts.

Shipped in large or f^iiihH quantltU'H to any part of the rciuntry. Orders by mall, tele-
graph or telephone. ^^ ^^^^ ^^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCKSSOR TO

FEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^s-

Wholesale
Florists

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.
.Munlton Amorlofin Kinrlnt.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
Near Trcmont HI., BOSTON, MASS.

Mi-nll.rli Alii.rl.iiri 1 l.iiUI

At Hull' Price till May Ist.

'Vtn:\t,Mi itu\ iiiirpiiifi I <*n«r :iOOO Hmlliiv |*liinln,
Ktrfinir. I jetiT.nx IHIlii (mt lioi CnKti (inim it.<imi-
imny ifnliT

.M»H. K. IIONHAI.L. Mulcin. Ohhi.

^ N. E. CORNER

^v*' 13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

49& Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

HlIII'I'lNCi nuitKUH C\\iY.YV\A.\ ATTKNDKlJ TO.
OTIIKK HI'KCIAI.TIKH:

ritrrlntH' SiipplleH, Wire DeHlKnn, llnlhH,
l.onif'n riiirlMlN I'lioto^mphH (nee laru<' (id-
CfttalutfUCB. IJBta. TfruiB. v\f . "n niipllcntlun,

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The American Florist.

889

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANOOLPH STREET,
CHIOA.GO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.
Telephone Alain 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

35 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
S5.0U and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

WHOLESaLSpLORIST

79 lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS. BUI.BS AND AI.I.

FI.OBISTS' SUFFI.IES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. L. RANDALL,

Wlioiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

REIJMBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

5/ WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CHtlCA.GtO.

MONS. OI.SEN.

Horace r. Hughes.

Olsen & Hug^hes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 478(i. Consignments Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HOETICULTDRAL AnCTIONEERS.

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES,
FLORISTS'
VASES.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street. NEW YORK,

WHOLESALE FLORIST.

Careful .B^.tpptDS to all parts of the country
Price list on application.

FLORAL DESIGHS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send S3.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARUND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©V^ftofeAafe MarftetA.

Cut Flowers.

NEW YORK. April 14.

Roses, Perle. Cusln. Wattevllle :i.uO@ 5.00

Meteor, Mermet, Bride H IX)@ 5.U0

Bridesmaid - 4.00® i;. 00

La b'rance. Testout h.OU@lU.UO

Beauty 15.0U®'25.00

Hybrids 10.00@36.00

Jacqs 6.00®15.0U

Oamatlons 1 00® 4.00

Harrlsll 2.00® 4 00

Violets 50® 1.00

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Daffodils, Tulips 2.00® 3.0U

Mignonette 2.00® 4,00

Marfierltes 50® .75

Hyacinths 1.00® 2.00

Smllax 10.00®16.00

Aspara^B 50.00

Adlantum.... 1.00

Lilacs, per bunch 50@1.50

Boston, April )4.

Roses, Nlphetos, Goniler 2.00® 4 00

Perle, Sunset 3.00® 4.00

Bride, Mermet 4.00® 6.00

Jacqs 6.00®15.l)0

Brunner 1U.OU®40.00

Carnations 1.00® 2.50

Violets 50® .75

Harrlsll 6.U0® 8.UU

Lily of the valley, daffodils 3.00® 4 UO

Astllbe 1.00® 2.0O

Mignonette ... 2.00® 4.00

AUlantum l.UO

Smllax 10.00®12.00

Asparagus 50.00

Primroses, per bunch 12c

PHILADELPHIA. April 14.

Roses, Perie, Gontler. Nlphetos 3.00® 4.0O

Cusln. Wattevllle, Hoste 3.00® 4.0O

Bride. Mermet. La France 6.00® 6.00

Kalserin, Bridesmaid, Testout 6.00® 8.00

Belle, Beauty 10.00®25.00

Lalngs 12.60(3.25.00

Brunner 25.00(5i10 OU

Jacqs 10.00®15.00

Carnations. H. Keller 6.00

Ophelia. Sweetbrler 3.0U

Edna Craig 3.U0

good ordinary 1.25® 1.50

Vic. lets 76® 1.00

MlKHonette 1.00® 1.50

Asparagus 50.00®75.00

Harrisll lilies 4.00® 6. OU

Sweet peas 1.50® 2.61)

Cattleyas 4O.0U

Orchids l.').W@40.00

Smllax 16.0U®'.!0.00

CHICAGO, April 17.

Roses, Beauty 18.00@26.00

Hybrids 12.0O@l.s.(l0

Jacqs 6,00® 8.00

Meteor 2.50® 3.U0

Mermi-t Bride, La France 15.0U®20.00
per IXX)

Carnations l.OO® 1.2.)

fancy 2.00® 3.10

Harrlsll 4.00® il.uu

Romans 1.00® 1.50

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Violets "6® 1,00

Mignonette 1.50® 2.0U

Sweet peas 1.25® 1.50

St.Louis, April 14.

Roses. Perles, Nlphetos, Wootton 2.00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet. Meteors 4.00® 6.00

WattevUle. Hoste, Cusln 3.00® 6.00

Bridesmaid ... 4.00m 6.00

La France, Albany 3.00® 4.00

Beauty 6.00®36.0O

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.75

fancy 1.26® 2.00

Valley...
Iiarrlsll.

short. ,

Callas. ,
Smllax..

Adlantum

CINCINNATI,

Roses, Beauty

Mermet, Bride

" Testout

Perle

Carnations

Tulips

Narcissus

Daffodils

Valley

Romans

Violets

Callas, Harrlsll

l*ansles

Smllax

Adlantum

Asparagus

BtTFFALO,

Roses, Beauties

Jacqs. Bmnners

•' Mermet. Bride,

" Meteor

Gontler, Perle Hoste

CuBln. Wattevllle

Callas. Harrisll

Carnations, long

Daybreak and Wm. Scott

Valley

Violets

Tulips. Daffodils

Uomans . .

Pansles. Forget-me-not

Mignonette,

Smllax

Adlantum

Asparagus

75® 1,00
, 2.00® 4.00
, 6.CO®10.00
, 4.00(j» 6.10
15.0U
1.25
April 14.
10.00®'25 00
4.00® 5 00
8.00
3.00
1.00® 3.00
3.00
3.U0
2.00® 3.00
3.UU
2.00
.75® 1.00
6.00® 8.00
.60

1.00

50.00

April 16.

10.00®2U.OO

8 00®12 50

5.00® 7.0O

6.UO®10.00

4.00® 5.00

4.00® 5.00

8.00@10.00

1.50

1.50® 2.00

3.0)

.60.® .76

3,00® 4.00

2.00® 3.00

1 00

1.00® 2,00

2U,00

1.50

50,00

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,

And other choice Roses in best quality.

BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

After Easter Weddings,

PURE WHITE LILAG

Seasonable, Choice, Appropriate.

ALSO ALL OTHER DESIRABLE
STOCK.

CAN SUPPLY IN ANY QUANTITY
DESIRED.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr., ffiir^

20 W. 24th Street, NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDflN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. HEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

JOHN YOUNG,

wiioi6sai6 Florist.

53 West 30th Street, NEW YORK.

t^ Send for quotations on Clioice Stock.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut » Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

JAMES HART,

WHOLESALE FLORIST,

117 W 30th ST., NEW YORK.

fhe Oldeit Eitablished Commiision House in N. V.
IAR6E SHIPPING TRADE, CAREFUL PACKING.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street.

NEW VORK CITY.

Established 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST SSTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange, 408 E. 34th Street.

890

The American Florist.

April ig^

^fie 3®®^ Ura^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BURPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Don. Becretarv and treasurer, lu Cham here street.
Kew York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane, at Toronto. Ont.

Dry weather is reported from the Cal-
ifornia seed growing districts, which, if
not soon broken, may affect the coming
harvest.

Rain is also reported to be badly needed
in the seed growing districts in France,
no radish seed having been sown up to
April 1.

J. k. Severns, superintendent for D. M.
Ferry & Co., with his family, has just re-
turned from a three months' rest on the
Pacific coast.

Visiting Xew York last week: Mr.
Frank Emerson of Omaha, Neb., and Mr.
W. Langbridge, Cambridge, N. Y.

The Senate has amended the para-
graph of the Wilson bill referring to seeds
so that Paragraph 611of the free listnow
reads as follows: "Seeds of all kinds,
bulbs and bulbous roots, not edible; all
the foregoing not specially provided for
in this act."

Baltimore. Md.— The Cleveland Seed
Co., of New Jersey, has filed petition in
Court of Common Pleas, praying that
William B. Clark and Edward S. Frey,
co-partners, tradingasClark, Frey & Co.,
No. 109 South Charles St., may be ad-
judicated insolvent debtors. The pro-
ceedings are based upon an alleged un-
paid accepted draft for $365.77.

Slugs and Snails.

Mr. H. Grout, Springfield, Mass., writes
that fostite is death to slugs and snails,
and where this insecticide is freely used in
the greenhouses snails are rarely found.
His bouses were full of them until he be-
gan to use fostite and this winter he has
not seen one.

Charge for Storing Plants.

Will some reader of the Florist tell me
what is the proper charge to make for
keeping palms and other plants through
the wmter season. Also the same for
suinmcr season. A. B. C.

GflTflUOGUE. PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFarland Co.

. . . If AiCICIsllIKi;. I'A.

:: HKKW.MANN'S SEED STORE

ll.'l Knot :ittli siri'i'l.
Suu lAtOn laUnd KerT7. NEW VOKK.

f:oliiptrltt Hl«»rk fif

At Iti ;ii<Miii>l>li' I'rlii'n

IMlll K 1,1-1 HIKK ON Al'l'l.ll Allo.V

Tuberoses. . .

DWARF PEARL and TALL DOUBLE.

FINE, SOUND BULBS

l$t Size »1 (Ki per KKj; Its no per 1000

2ndSi/e '/) '• 5.a)

BROWN & CANFIELD, Sprlnefleld, III.

Mention Ani«rtcan Klorttt.

(SllEUW0Ot> II.VLL XVRSERY Co.)

No. 427-9 S.\N!soME Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

IlF.APQtWETKnS FOl;

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other FIowlt .Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

AnlXai vB,ll» LR^y BULBS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

.lilslAloliAl&ecl X83C:>.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN.
HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCING BULBS.
Wholesale Iniporters shotald write us for Hrices.

OCK Ni:W TI!.\I>K LIST NOW KKADV.

JOHN SPEELMAN of

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

(45 ACRES iiT CULTIVATION ) S ASS E N H E I M . HOLLAND.

BcKs lo ft<ivisc liis Aincricul ciistoiiu rs Uiat he will call upon thrin at a.i cai ly (iatu ami asks that orders
lit' rt-ser\'t*<I until he has callcii. I shall be in America till Mav lo. ami up to' that date corresj)ondeuce
addressed tr. JOKXMC «9F»1£S£ 1^ Ad >^1W, care of KNAUTH. NACHOD & KUHNE. 5 South

William Street. NEW YORK, will have prompt attention.

SUMMER DEUVERY.

I ItKKSIAS, I. II.. I.IINdll'I.O-
Kl ,11, t.AI.I.A.S, (ii:,M CAM., VS.
AIMAKVI.I.IS, <:AI,IF<>i{MA
Hl'l.ltS, ItrtHllifiiH. <'iiluelinrtiiH,
I rmihirli.n, TKKK IKKN HTKMS. iin<l AilB-
tnilliiii I'liliiiSi'i'ilH. Vi-ii.l lur.iiir.NKW I'mcK I.IST.

H. H. BERGER & CO..

Eilabhthed 1878. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN I SONS,

Houtvaart-Overveon near Haark'm. Holland.
Growers of Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. CataloKue free on application.
Special prices niven (or lart;e quantities.
Bait:cftbllatie<l IM(34.

You will benelit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

PLANTS! BULBS!

Everythlni; aiiinTliilnlii! 1«» tht» Fnrm
iind liardrn <>f the h.st ancl choicest
quality. 1*K l(:i:s KUUIT. }

) CaralnKM" on npplleallnn.

WEE BER A, DON.

f 114 Chambcrs St.. New Yomk Citv.

TRY

DREER'S

GflRDtN SttDS,

Plants. Bulbs & Requisites.

Tlu-y nrc the best ul the
lowest prices. Trade List tfl-
Micd <inartcrly, mailed free
to Uic trtulc only.

If KNUV A. DKKKR,

I'liliixiolphlH, I'a.

When writinj; to any ul the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

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The American Florist.

801

50,000
Dwarf French

CANNAS.

We offer the above quantity in strong, well estab-
lished plants from 8 and 4 inch pols. This stock
must not be confounded with dormant pieces or
freshly divided plants out of benches.

We list here only the principal varieties of which
we have a large supply. For a general list refer
to our Spring Trade List which describes over
seventy-five varieties, including all the desirable
novelties of the season, including the grand New
German variety, Konigin Charlotte:

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 10.00

Capt. P. de Suzzoni 15 00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 20.00

Admiral Gervais 15.00

Comtesse dc L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Denil de St. Grevy 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 15.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) distinct... 15.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Martin Cahuzac 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Professor Gerard 15.00

Secretary Stewart 15 00

Stadtgartner.Senneholz 15 00

Antoine Crozy 8 00

Admiral Courbet 8.00

Antoine Chantin 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10 00

Baronne de Renowardy 8 00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10 00

Duchess de Moutenard 12.00

E. Chevreu! 12.00

Enfant du Rhone lU 00

Edward Michel 12 00

Francois Maire 12.00

Geoffroy St. Hilaire 8 00

J. Thnmayer 20.00

MissSirah Hill 15 00

Mr. Cleveland..... 15 00

Mile. Liabaud 12.00

Nelly Bowden 8.00

Princess Lusignani 12.00

Perlection 15.00

Souvenir de Jeanne Charreton 8 00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Trocadero , 8.00

Ventura 8 00

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

Kaiser Wilhelm 8,00

We will furnish one each of tlie above varieties.

46 plants for $5.50.
Among Crozy's New Cannas of this season Paul
Sigrist is undoubtedly the most distinct and strik-
ing novelty. We are the only American house
offering this variety to the trade this season. In
general habit similar to Mme. Crozy, but of a
bright crimson color nearly as rich as Alphonse
Bouvier with a vet v broad golden yellow border.
Stock limited, $2.50 each.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

THE flSSOGIflTION FLORA.

BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

CLEMATIS Id sorts, 3 years per 100 t25.0O

SPIR^A JArONIcA '• 1.00

DIKLYTRA SPKCTABILI,S ■ 4.00

Llllum speclosuni, Picnnlaa Ilhododendrons, Azaleas
H. P. Roses, In best varieties, per lUOW.OO; Abel Car-
rlere. Alfred Coloriib, Anna Ale.Yleff, A.de DIesbach,
B. Kothschlld. Fisher Ilulmes, Gen. ,lack. La France,
Mme. G. Lulzet, Mme. IMiintter, Magna Charta, Paul
Neyron, p. C. de Rohan, Perlo des Blanches, Ulrich
Brilnner and others. Catalogue on application.

806 Cambridge Ave., JKKSEf CITY, N. J.

Caladiiim Esculentum Bulbs.

ELEPHAXTS BAR. Per Doz. Per 100

BULBS, from 6 to 8 inches (cir.) $1.00 $ 7.00

" 9 tolOinc es(cir.) 2.00 12.00

" 10 to 12 inches (cir ) 3 00 20.00

Double Pearl Tuberose Bulbs.

BULBS, from 3V2 to 41/4 inches (cir.) Per 1000 $6.00

" 4V2t" 6 inches (cir.) " 7.00

Lilium Auratum, (Golden japan Lily.)

(Cases containing 100 Bulbs each.)

SIZE S to 11 inches circumference Per Case $8.00

or lots of 5 Cases at " 7.00

ROBERT BUIST,

GROWER AND IMPORTER Of BULBS, Philadelphia, Pa.

HOLLAND

FORGING^BULBS

Our Specialties for this
Season will be

HYACINTHS, *"V\^tti..

Small, pure white Hyacinths, to suc-
ceed the Romans.

Scarlet van Thol Tulips, La Reine,
Chrysolora and other market vars.

Double Van Sion Daffodils in any
quantity.

Narcissus Bicolor Horsfieldii, Sir Wat-
kin, Poeticus ornatus, Albus plenus
odoratus.

Spirsa compacta multitlora and Spirsa
astilboides, two new sorts now much
in demand in Europe.

Lilies and other bulbs and bulbous
roots for forcing, etc.

Send list of what you need to

SEGERS & CO.

BUI.B GROWERS,

LISSE, near Haarlem. Holland, turope.

Registered cable address SEGERSCO. Lisse. Holland.

ESTABLISHED 1874.

One customer writes: "Tlie bulbs received of you
last fall were very BHtlsfactory." And another wrote
last October: "Tlie bulbs you forwarded us have
opened up very snllsfactory Indeed, being fine, large
bulbs, and In good condition."

Mention American Florist.

We Book Orders Now for

CYCLAMEN SEEDS,

European strain, the best in the world.

LILIES OF THE VALLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
AT IMPORT PRICES.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,

122 E. 23rd Street. XEW TORE.

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

f

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0

h
t

Huls6t)oscl] Broiti6rs,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs # Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September deliverv.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITT.

After May 1. '94. address will be ENGLEWOOD, N J.

GEO. W. WEST,

GROWER AND EXPORTER OF

BERMUDA BULBS,

Lilium Harrisii, Lilium Longiflorum,

Freesia Refr. Alba, Calla Lily,
Amaryllis Johnsonii, French Cannas, ^'^rs.
Amaryllis Regina, White Rom. Hyacinths
CYCAS PALM LEAVES
A Specialty.
SHELLY BAY, - - BERMUDA.

Fine Blooming CACTI, 1-4 for $1.00, or

$5.00 per barrel, my selection-

MRS. MAUD M. BRIGGS. El Paso Greenhouses.

KL l-ASO. TKXAS.

Alwavs mention the America.n Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

892

The American Florist

j-ipril ig^

Indianapolis.

Easter trade here appeared to be about
one-third less than last year. The retail
prices were somewhat lower, and the
supplv was plentiful, excepting fine roses.
Owing to the warm weather preceding
Easter flowers were soft. The reasonable
prices had a good efi'ect all round. The
home supply was larger than last year,
but shipped stock wasall sold at a profit.
The favorite flowers were Beauties, red
roses and carnations, and violets. There
was no demand for bulbous stock. The
demand for lilies was not as great as
usual, but Beauties and violets were in
great request, and good pricescould have
been obtained for them. Pot plants sold
well as long as the weather kept warm.
Decorations seem to be growing cheaper.
If the weather had been pleasant the
trade would have eclipsed that of last
year. Cold blustery weather commenced
Saturday morning, and by Sundaj- noon
it was worse weather than we had at any
time last winter. If the weather had
kept up pleasant no doubt every flower
would have been sold; as it was several
of the florists had a big stock left, be-
sides losing part of their reputation by
frozen lily plants and other unpleasant
things. Out door shrubs and roses have
suffered greatly by the recent cold snap,
which was very harmful on account of
the warm weather we had before. We
will all remember the Easter cold snap of
1894-.

The monthly meeting of the Indianap-
oHs Florists' Club was held Wednesday
evening, April 4, while the attendance was
somewbat slim a good deal of business
was transacted. The usual annual state
fair matter came up; this time solicita-
tions are made on the part of the state
fair officers; they agree to do all in their
power to please the flrrists. A commit-
tee consisting of W. G. Bertermann, An-
thony Wiegand.John Hartje and E. A.
Parker was appointed to arrange all de-
tails with the proper superintendent of
floriculture. A conference will be held
probably next week.

A letter was presented from Mr. Chis-
lett, Supt. Crown Hill Cemetery, stating
that the rules had not been changed (it
being reported that no plants would be
allowed to be planted by lot owners), but
some system would be adopted that
would prevent promiscuous planting of
shrubbery, etc., by lot owners. Probably
a general supervision would be instituted,
and very likely large bedding would be
adopted by the cemetery company.

Mr. Langstaff wanted meetings discon-
tinued for the summer, but the motion
was not sustained. It was decided in-
stead to make the .May meeting one of
social character.

Henry Ricman read a well prepared pa-
per on the preservation of cut flowersand
blooroiog plants for the holidays when
the icaBun is forward, of which wc have
had experience this year.

Albin Schreiber, foreman for Berter-
mann Bros., was thanked Tir a beautiful
selection of carnation and calceolaria
blooms.

'I he committee for the Carnation Soci-
ety Convention reported nil bills paid and
a small balance left. All those who helped
to make thin meeting a success were
heartily thanked.

Secretary Bertermann of the state so-
ciety reported that advance premium
lists for the eighth annual chrysanthe-
mum show are printed, and can l>e had
by addressing him at .'i7 .Masiachusetts
.\Te., Indianapolis. W. (j. B.

M

i\.l^^l^A Florence Vaughau,

-*- -^-^^r--A-^^.*- -^ Per 100 $25.00.

■ i\.T^T^iV True Little Gem,

^B ■*- ^ * ■^ -^-^ ■*- -^ Per lOO $10.00.

% rvOT^H[IX-/I>E Soupert Rose,

^^^ -■— ^^"'^ -"- -■--■--■--■-^-»— ^-■— < Per 100, 2>^ inch, $4 00.

H. P. ROSES, ETC.

11. p. Roses. 2 year old (budded), nt JRi.iLO per lOo;

flOO.UU per \<m.
Madam G.Lulzet, Mabel Morrison, Prince C de Rohan,

Ulrlcii Brunner. Mrs. John Lalna. Ma^tna Charta.

Giant des Batailles. Duke of Edinburgh. Gen'l

Jacq fon own ruotsi. 12-18 inches, fine stock, at*S.UO

per lUO.
Prairie Queen and Baltimore Belle, at fS.OO per 100.
Tree Roses, flne tops. H. P. sorts, at 3^.00 dozen.
Raspberries— Shaffers Colossal, at fl.25 per hundred.
Grepl-'. at fl.OU per hundred.

NEW YORK:
26 Barclay Street.

Gooseberries— Industry. 2 year old, at $10.00 per hun-
dred; 1 year old. at $5.50.
Clematis— .lackmannl and Type. 3 year old, W 60 per

dozen. f3t>.00 per hundred: Jackmannl, 2 year old.

Dormant (pot grown), at J3.75 per dozen. iKiT.OU per

hundred.
HydrauKeas Panlculata Grd.. 21-;ttUnche8. at $i*.00 per

hundred
Hydrangeas Panlculata Grd.. 18-24 Inches, at JO.OO per

hundred.
Cycas Kevoluta stems, from 3 to 100 pounds each, at

IT'-.j per pound.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

To the Trade.

FOR $15.00

WE WILL SUPPLY

100 strong plants in 100 varieties, from 3-
inch pots, comprising Crotons, Marantas,
Schismatoglottis, Aglaonemas, Phrynium
variegatum, Pana.x Victoria? and plumosa,
Begonia Rex and Flowering Begonias, Ara-
lia tilicifolia and Chabrieri, Peperoniia
argyrea, Cissus discolor, Dieflenbachias in
variety, Eranthenium Eldorado, nerum ru-
brum and purpureum; Nephthytis triphylla,
1'hiloi.lendron Carderii, Alocasias in variety,
Pleione pulchra and Devoneana, Fittonia
argyroneura, Dichorizandra undata, Ruellia
Devoniana, Ixora Westii, Pothos aurea and
argyrea, Graptophyllum pictum, F(cus Par-
celli, Anthiirmm Andreanum, Reynoldianum
and grande.

PITCHER & MANDA.

United States Nurseries,

SHORT HILLS. N. J.

Rooted Cuttings.

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express. .$f .00 per 1000
VERSCHAFFELTIl and SHELLY

YELLOW JS.OO per 1000

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and

Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CUPHEA (cigar plant), by niail,..50c per 100
PILEA(arlillery plant), by mail...50c per 100
FUCHSIA, mixed fl.OO per 100

CASH WITH <)KI>l-:lC.

S. O. STREBY,

l.tK-k IttiK 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

WATER

LILIES.

TUBERS AND ROOTS.

Now is the lime to sow seed ol Water
Lilies and Nclumbiiims, and plant Hardy vari
eties. Seed 50c. trade pkl. Uurmant tubers
and roots by mail.

WM. TRICKER, Cllfion, N. J.

BOOTED CUTTINGS

<iO<>l> ONKH.

V«rl»'n««. ri vAr1i.tli-« ....IKJo. |)or l«); IK UU i«'r HWI

I ipllolniiM'. 7 vrirliali* por <lti« ai rtn.

h iirtiRlnR. )'J vnrlctli'N " ^JrU.

rWnr i'liinl niKl l/i[H'Xls '.fllrtil.

(;iniit AlrnMinit mill .viiiriruor1t« Dnlar... 2i)cu.

.Mutii'llln villi' Mi'» ITliiirKiMi A Miiltnnii •■ 2£ioU.
tuxl WhlUi Jt Hliiu l'lKnt>l'u|ilii<nI.liirii.| ;iUoU.

riirrnnlitliiiliiiimii. Wc. Coli'im. I'^c. I'lmtAKV Ir. « dot.
Hond furcauliiKtii) I. L. PILLSBURY. Micomb, III

Siebrecht&Wadley,

iJC^r Elll NURSERIES,

NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &, Rare Foliage &. Flowering Plants.

A ^Tiiiul Bclcclinn for Sttivf. (Jri't'titiouBe imd Con-
pcrvutory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr, A. IHimiiock will be nkMiHiHt to Interview
buvcrH or reply to any coitiinumcjitlon addressed to
hliii lit "M) (ireenwlch St.. New York City.

A FEW ORCHIDS ?

Tlicy lire Very Cheap. TlioV are Kastly
Grown. They Sell Well.

Thoy alwiiys uttnict nltcntlon In storo or itreenhouse.

BRACKENRIDGE A. CO.,

30« \V. ■HiiillMiin St..

II AM'IMOKI

"We Pay the Express.

Or iijx«..A.i«xxjna:^.

We win iiflcr liir the lu'xt Iwii wi-i'kH. utronu. bupliy

liIiiTilH In liinl, ri'iiily fur llir Hprliiti tniili'
Diiiibk' (ierniilutiiH. nilxi'd viirli-llcii. cuiiiiltitlntf of

Hcnrk't, wlilti', iilnk, crliiimin iiiiil Niiluion.

;(-lnrh fo Klpor UU; 4-lncli r.lHI por lUO

Kl'Viirti.wOeni.'.'ij-lni'liK Ml; 4-lnoli li.UO

(fiililiMi .MiirKiiiirlti'. :{-llich 4.00

liiiiihio KriMKi'il I'utuiilnn. lUvarB.,3-lnoli.. 6.WI "

Kuclmlui.. iHni'h 6.0U

AkitiiIuiii". I iMI'h 6.0<l "

lli.K.iiiliii., 1 vurliMlrK. Xlncll 4.U0

.Ni'\% i,.iUii'Ti i.M 11 l.iii>i>lln,.s to KM-lnch. 11.00 por dot.

All till- iiliovi- tli-llviTciI froe by KxiiroBi* on rooolpt
..( iirliT

S. WHITTON & SONS. Wholesale Floriili,

I ■liCA. N V.

!l «

IImIii'I'Ih SIriil.

VIOLET PLANTS.

KI.OIX) Victorin KcKinn, InrKC ilark purple forcing
vtolclH. $1.00 per 100; 17 (K) per 1000,

fiO.OOOSchoinlinin, licBt single winter blooming
violcln, 60 ctll. ix-r lOII; SI (Kl pir 100(1.

10,000 Zonnvr. illiik(.»t purple sinnlc violet, very
finr. T.i ct» per 1(1(1; S-'i (Kl prr KXXJ. All utrong,
hriillhy pliintN. no cnttiiiK?*. CiihIi with ordrr.

MRS. E. T. POVALL, Boonevllle, Miss.

I'i,i!ASi'. mention llic Ami:hican Im.okisT
every time you write to an ndvertiser.

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893

CARNATIONS.

Portia, Darling, Horner, at $1.25 per 100; 810.00

per 1000.
Daybreak and FVna Craig at 82.00 per 100.
Annie Pixley ana Helen Keller at SIO per 100;

25 for $:3.00.

COLEUS.

Fine assortment, clean cuttings, at 75c. per
100 or 56.00 per 1000.

PANSIES.

Seedling plants at $5 00 per 1000. Blooming
plants at 812,00 and $15.00 per 1000. The same
good strain I always have.

Verbena — seedling plants of mammoth strains,
extra fine. Cuttings are not in it with
these plants; at 90c. per 100; 87.50 per 1000.
Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

4 NEW GftRNftTlONS

f^<:>Xl X884.

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per 100: $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 1893 varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. Scott, (the most profit-
able _plnj£ carnation grown): Mme. Diaz Alberilnl,
Ellz. Reynolds. Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Major Bonnaflon, the
moat perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.
MONEY=QETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First°
Class In every way.

Note, before you order elsewbere. that
we otter the above and twenty other pood
varieties of Carnations, well established
In soil, ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery In April— at the price of cut-
tlnns from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

ALEX.

McBRIDE.

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

THE DIRECTORY

. • FOR 1894 . ■

Is Now Ready.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.

50,000 Garnailons.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.
NO "BUST."

SBITX) I'OH. LIST.

p. o. Box aae. kennett square, pa.

Fine plants of best strain, just com-
ing into bloom, jSlS.OO per lOOO.
J. T. A.IVTHOJV^",

2205 Mlchig-an Ave., CHICAGO.

Mention American Florist.

ADDITIONAL

EVIDENCE OF THE VALUE ^
OF THE NEW CARNATION

HELEN KELLER

M

May be gleaned from the following letter, dated March 26; received from that
practical florist Mr. Wm. Scott, Buffalo, N. Y., who writes as follows:

"The box of flowers of "HELEN KELLER" arrived In most excellent order on Friday A. 31.
I assure you 1 am much obliged to you. They are WON l>ERFUL In size and stem, and In keeplnf?
qualities, also. They were a revelation to me. 1 want 250 of them."

PRICE FOB WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS:

$3.00 per dozen: $12.00 per 100: $25.00 per 250: $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS MAY BE .SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

or JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT. N. J.

It will pay every Florist who is inter-
ested in the

to send for our Illustrated Catalogue of
new seedling carnations.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, L. I.

SWEETBRIER

Received lat Premium for "beat seedling of any color"

at Phlla.. Nov. T, "93. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought S5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. K.
tYeeman's. Washington, last winter.

"1 like Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale,
'■Sweetbrler Is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttings. JIC.OO per 100; $80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1, 'W.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS. $3.00 per lOO; J2o.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KENNETT .SQUARE, PA.

■^™ JACQUEIVIINOT

Is endorsed as a shipper and keeper: sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
JMOKE.-^A.^IPLE.S— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per dozen, S2.00: per 11)0, SIO. 00: per 1000,
SSO.OO. 250 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLIS, Norfolk Co., MASS.

WE

are now filling promptly all orders

FOR

Ada Buron and Nicholson

. . . CARNATIONS.

They are the cream of the year.
Send for circular to

JOSEPH BRECK & SONS,

(CORPOKATIO.VI.
I HOSTON, MASS.

Rooted CARNATION Cuttings. Trans-

^i_. ■* Per 100 planted

Hlnze's White f ."5 Jl.OO

Lara bom. T5

Lizzie McGowan l.OO

Grace Wilder .. 1.00

Portia 1.25

Aurora — 1-50

Dreer's Double Petunia, 2-lnch pots... 2.00

J. T. DeWITT, Bristol, Pa.

1.25
1.50
1.60
1.60
2.00

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Keduced.
Iiargest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

CARNATIONS^^

Kooted Cuttings Ready Now.

Silver Spray Wni. Scott E. Fiersou

Lizzie McGowan l>aybreak Portia

Blanche Edna Craigr Wab»sli

Golden Gate Annie FLxley F. Mnngold

.1. J. Harrison M All>ertini Tioal Wave
T. Cartledge Nancy Hanks L>r. Smart

These and other standard sorts at market prices.

Varieties of 1894 Ready April 1st.

The Stuart (scarlet) was awarded the gold medal

at Indianapolis. Uncle John (white), Helen

Keller (variegated) received certificate of merit at

same place. Goldfinch (yellow) and E. A. Wood.

SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LIST.

GEO. HANCOCK&SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
for price list.
JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

CARNATIONS

KOOTED CUTTINGS NOW READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna Craig, Daybreak. Thos. cartledge.

Buttercup, Slctluwan. and many of the standard kinas-

Orders filled for the New varieties.

Stuart. Uncle John, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, Annie Fixley, liouton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNEH SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS.

Gtirysanthemums I Carnations.

Write for list and prices. Prices
to suit the times.

PAIf SLES, from cold frame, flrst slze.f25.00 per 1000;
second size, fIS.OO per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

BOUTON D'OR,

Tlie best Yellow C.\RN.A.T10N. Heady .May Ist.
I*rlcc 5--.0U per dozen: jlo.tNi per hundred.

DAII.I.EDOUZE BROS., Flatbush, L. I., N. Y.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

894

The American Florist.

April /p,

The Wilson Bill.

Paragraph 666 of the tariff bill of 1S90
placed "Orchids, lilvof the valley, azaleas,
palms, and other p'lants used for forcing
under glass for cut flowers or decorative
purposes," on the free list. Tbe Wilson
bill as reported to the House recommended
the retention of this paragraph (under
number 572j in the new tariff, but the
Senate has now amending by omitting
this paragraph from the free list and sub-
stituting elsewhere paragraph 234.12 as
follows; "Orchids, lily of the valley, aza-
leas, palms, and other plants, used for
forcing under glass for cut flowers or dec-
orative purposes, ten per centum ad va-
lorem."

Nurserv stock, upon which there was a
duty of 207c ad valorem in the tariff nf
1S90 is placed upon the iVee list by the
Wilson bill in paragraph 587 which reads
as follows: "Plants, trees, shrubs, and
vines of all kinds commonly known as
nursery stock, not specially provided for
in this'act," and this has been concurred
in by the Senate.

Garden seeds, upon which there was a
duty of 207c. ad valorem under the old
tariff are placed on the free list by the
House bill. The Senate leaves them on
the free list but makes the paragraph
broader by omitting the list of varieties
and inserting the words "of all kinds," so
as amended paragraph 611 reads: "Seeds
of all kinds, bulbs and bulbous roots, not
edible; all the foregoing not specially pro-
vided for in this act."

.\s will be noted bulbs and bulbous
roots are covered in the above paragraph
and are therefore retained on the free list.

Capacity of Boiler.

What is the capacity in feet of 4-inch
pipe of a horizontal tubular boiler 6' i feet
long, 3 feet in diameter, and containing
2-t 3-inch tubes? G. P.M.

.\ horizontal tubular boiler 6>ofeetlong
bv 3 feet in diameter, containing twenty-
four 3-inch tubes, has a heating surface of
165 ft. and is of eleven horsepower. The
grate surface should be 3 ft. by 3 ft. For
steam heating this boiler should takecarc
of 1100 ft. of heating surface, or if for hot
water heating, without pressure, about
2200 ft. of heating surface; as one foot of
■1-iiich pipe is equivalent to a footof heat-
ing surface, the boiler will take care of as
many feet of pipe as feet of heating sur-
face given above. Lincoln Pierson.
Of Lord & Burnham Co.

Ill .\>«ort4Ml lotH only.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 'V> lo 40 varieties, (our
»»-lccti.,n , .-it VtM per 1000 by cxprnw; in a)
vanctim, at 81 '»p<rr 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, incliiilinic iiomc ofthc moat handiome
r»CT offcrcil for ule, in 10 varletlM, at W.OO
p«r 100 by mail.

\\r will Incliiili- at leiut no I'utllnit" uT <l>«
iii'tv kInilN In fviry 10(H> iiiircliiinn.

W. R. Shelmire,

CAfNmiON Qrowep,

. . . AVONSAXE, FA.

EXTRA STRONG. WELL ROOTED

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

.•..,w Kca'ly Vi.'« |HT I'lOO, l«k- l.^r IKI

MIHH r. .\. IIAKKIC, Mt'ilUi, Vn.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

Palms. Palms. Palms.

LATANIA BORBONICA, from 5-inch pots, well grown, 24 to 3o inches high,
5 good leaves as large as the 6-inch plants sent out by any other
tirm 56.50 per dozen; $50 per hundnd

LATANIAS, from 6-inch pots, 6 good leaves, 30 to 36 inches high, very

strong plants $9.50 per dozen; 575 per hundred

LATANIAS, from 7-inch pots, 7 good leaves, very strong, 36 inches high,

all good specimens $12 per dozen; 590 per hundred

PHOENIX RECLINATA, 4-inch 53 per dozen; 520 perhundied

5-inch 5 per dozen; 35 per hundred

" " 6-inch, very strong, with fine leaves, ^0 inches high,

fine for single specimens or center for vases, etc., 51 each; 510 per dozen.
All these palms are in tine condition, with good clean leaves.
CROTONS, fine ^inch pots, 10 good sorts, $1.00 per dozen. $7.00 per hundred
fine 4-inch pots, 10 good sorts, 1.50 " 10.00 "

fine 5-inch pots, 10 good sorts, 3.00 " 20.00 "

These plants can not be surpassed for fine foliage bedding; they gain in
beauty the warmer the weather gets.

B. P. CRITCHELL 8z: CO.,

Oirxoiixnati, Olxio.

Begonias.

Argentea Guttata. Vernon, Dewdrop, M. De
Lesseps, and other Per 100

Flowering varieties . S3 00

PaulBruaut. aiu. Sets, each; 2J^ in 6 00

Rex. in variety .... 5 00

COIiEUS. in variety, per 1000, $20.00 . . 2 50

Moon Vine, (I. Noctiphytou) . . 3 50

COBiEA Scandens 3 00

Oeraninms. none but the best varieties, per

lOa). S2.V00 3 00

Happv Thought, Mt. of Snow and Bronze 3 00

Mrs. Pollock. 6 00

Ampelopsis Veitchii. 1% to 3 feet .... 4 00
* Tricolor, strong 2 in . 3 00

Chrysanttaemtims, leading varieties, per

1000, S20.00 2 50

Lemon VfTbena. strong . . 3 00
Altemanthern , 3 varieties, strong, 2-iDCh . 2 50
Achillea The Pearl, strong, 2inch 2 50

Roses.

Hardy Climbers, 1"4 in.
H. P., V,i in

. 3 00
. 3 50

Carnations.

Rooted CuttiiiK'^. leading varieties, healthy.

1 •i'i
•-' .50

per KXK). 51111)0
HELIOTBOFE, i varieties

THOS. A. McBETH & CO., Springfield, Ohio.

GRAPE VINES.

(FOKKKiN.)

All llif leiKlliik' vitrlctluH fur cultlviitlun iiiKlor kIiihh,
In folI()wln(( hI/x'h: 1 year, 2 ycarw. ntnl I'.Mni hIrjiik,
AIiM) Pi'Hclit'H itncl NectHriin'H Mpcclally prL-imrcil
for fnrclirK In pots and tubs. (ircltTM l«i<»kutl for
hpcclally prt'parxMl frultlntf olaiitHof VIiiuh. Nectflrlnen.
reactiett. i*triiwlH-r lew. Fallot' '.'1 cluiivL-ry.

JOHN Q. GARDNER,

Latania Borbonica.

Kroni (j-inch puts, 24 inches liik'h, with
5 tf> 7 clKiriicleristic leaves.

tl.OO each: $9.00 per dozen: $76.00 per hundred.
Price of imaller sizes on .ipplication.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

167 W. Manillas St , ADRIAN, MICK.

Marie Louise

l'..nlr,l (:iill;iu;s, f S oil per KHKi.

ANCHORAGE ROSE CO..

I»ii AI^JCHOfAGE KY.

Mciitimi the American f-iorist when
wriiinj; tu advertisers on ihis page.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Kea<ly for shipini'iit from July to Sepleinber.

Calla Aethlopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

Li I. Lonqiflorum. ready forshipnient October from
1 to March 15, lSi)5.

Lil. Auratum. Spec. Rubrum and Album, Etc.

Iris Kaempferi. in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Paeonies, Tree Ferns. Raphis, Cycas
Revoluta. supeib growing plants with fine foliage
from 'I'-) cents to S-t each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut oflf, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

10,000 GERANIUMS of the standard liedding

sorts, from 3 and 4-inch pots.
10,000 CARNATIONS, from 2J^-inch pots.

Also 5,000 Rooted Cuttinjis ready now.
30,000 ALTEKNANTIIERA, ready April 1st,

of all the standard sorts.
700 strings of SMILAX, of which the aver.

aj;e length is 7 feet.

Wrlto for in-ltH'w. uh I will Bt'il at a sncrllicc to luako
room l'i»r otliiT stvuT.

MRS. GEO. R. FRAVELL, Marion, Ind.

I'Hdl' .M.VUIUN .\M) M.M'I.K HK1i;HTS

<Jiti:i:Mini'si:s.

Imperial (.I'miiin ihI.M'iI. hvhi strain In Die inarkut;
lar^u Hluck pluritH, itiOHt all In hlmiiii.

'ilncIiOB In tllaniutcr Pi.mi pt-r lUO; Jtf..tm pi-r HMt

I u* t'> inclioK hi (llanieter... 4.(K)

VKKIIKiNAS Ilylirld mlved. very MtroiiK plmilM.

ln;i-hich poU fi.WJpor IlKt; K'l) (Nl per liHil)

UooleiU'iitthiKM 7.'i H.iNt

Saniplu on nppll<ratlt)n. Ciihli with (ir<k>r.

Til >larlitta \m'.. I, A N<' AS I'Klt. \'.\.

Hej»;onias and Palms

BEGONIA MHlallica. riiic iiliiiits, (.inch, SIU.UO

ll-iiicli, 11.00

Do Lesseps. " 4 inch, 1000

PALMS, will Kiiiwii Kenlia Fosteriana, riincli

pels, :m) tu ."[11 irifhcs IiikIi. ?I^>.0<1 per dozen.

BROWN & CANFIELD,

si-KiNtiriKi.n, 11,1,.

™ DIRECTORY

lor 1HJ>'»
IS NOW READY.

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895

P4p|/p|c and Fern Dishes for Dinners,
DU0^CI^ Decorations, Receptions, School
Commencements, Bon Voyage, etc. pur-
poses, in many pleasing styles, plain and
fancy, of Wicker, Willow, natural, gilt or
bronzed, Raffia, Celluloid, Silver and Gold
Metal, etc., at high and low prices, all cheap
for their cost; compare our Fall trade list.

Pupac I 0!)\/PC (Sago Palm), natural
UJfUao LCQICO) prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

ImmnrtollPQ white and all colors,
IIMIMUI ICMCO) jj2 75 the dozen, natural
yellow, f2.00; Cape tlowers, best |t.00 the
It)., second size, 60c. the lb.; Wheat Sheaves,
Wire Designs, Wire. Foil, Picks, Wax Paper,
and all other Florists Supplies quoted in
our Illustrated Trade List, mailed free.

IVICldl Ucol^llo in rich assortment of
tasteful designs: Wreaths. Crosses, An-
chors, Hearts, etc., in green or white foliage.
Address

August Riilker &, Sons,

136 & t38 W. 24lh St., I|ai|| Ynrl/
P. 0. Station E. illin lUmi

CANNA MME. CROZY, started plants, SI per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, nty selection, S2.oO

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, from

2-inch pots. Splendid list ol varieties, my selec-
tion, Sa.50 per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, ray selection,

$3.00 per 100.
CARNATION , entirely free from disease. One

hundred in assorted colors, my selection forS2.oO.
PANSIES. from finest seed to be had, $2.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment, 2-inch, my selection,

%iXKi per 100.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM. r2.00 per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS iCentaurea Gymnocarpa), $2.00

per 100 for strong 2-inch.
ENGLISH IVY, 2-iuch, $i 00 per 1(X).

Any of the above plants 2.5 at the 100 rate.

TS. S. GRIFFITH, Independence, Mo.
Independence Is well located for elilpplng. belne 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

Mention American Florist

READY FOR BUSINESS

Make known your wants and we
will be pleased to quote prices.

OHm^l-OGUES NOW READY. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.

500,000 Strawberry Plants.

OF SO GOOU VAKIETIE.S.

No. 1. plants very low. 5.000 CONCORD, 3 years, at
$10.00 perlOOO. 6,(100 No. 2 DOUBLE PEARL TQBE-
ROSE. good flowering bulbs, at Si.OO per lOOO; 2,000 for
$5.00. With or without sets. Send for price list to

CHAS. BLACK, Hightstown, N. J.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to eight branches, very
tine stock, |12.00 to |25.00 per dozen.

PALMS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY,

3203 Michigan ,Vve., flllC.VGO, ILL.

Hardy Water Lilies.

•^ I'er Doz.

NYMPIl.EA OOorata. inlge ihizumi s $1,011

Giaantea, ■• l.io

Minor. •• i.UO

Rosea, ■■ .... 3.U0

Rosacea. " 1.00

Tuberosa, " 1.00

GEORGE FARRANT, Salem, N. C.

Mention American Flurlat

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.

Are ready with a full stock of seasonable goods for Spring

Weddings, Commencements and all occasions where

floral decorations are used.

Baskets in all approved forms, celluloid, gold and silver; Jardinieres and

Ferneries, Doves, Dried and Artificial Flowers, Wlieat Sheaves, Metal

Wreaths and Memorial Designs, Letters, Ribbons and Tinfoil.

All salable goods. Send for catalogue. Special attention
given to filling sample orders.

H. BAYERSDORFER ^ CO.,

WHOLESALE ONLY. 56 No. Fourth Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

STOCK SETS OF LONG'S FLORISTS' PHOTOGRAPHS

That include 27 subjects, are supplied in largest s^ze (S.-clO in. t esative

print) bound, for $ 9-00

In 3 groups 9 subjects, bound, for ;5 00

In 1 group of 27 subject, bound, for 1.50

STOCK SETS OF 54 SUBJECTS in largest size, bi.i.i.d, f . 17.50

In 6 groups of 9 subjects, bound, for 5.00

In 2 groups of 27 subjects, bound, for 3.00

STOCK SETS OF 75 SUBJECTS in largest size, bound, for 22.50

FULL SET OF 150 SUBJECTS in largest size, bound, for 40.00

COMl'LETE CATALOGUE FREE. Address

DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, Buffalo, N. Y.,

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest and finest stocis in the Dnited
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL,

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N.J.

FOR SALE HY:— A. Hermann, F. E. McAllister
Reed & Kellar, N. Stetlens. New York; W. C. Krick
Brooltlyn. N. v.; H. Baversdorfer & t'o.. Pliila.; J. M.
McCullouch's Sons and H. L. Sunderbruch. Cincinnati.
0.; J. M. Gasser. Cleveland, O.; D. B. Long, Buffalo. .N'.
Y.! J. 0. Vaughan. Chicago: Wisconsin Flower Ex-
change. Milwaukee; Wm. Ellison. St. Louis; Ed. S.
Schmld. Washington. D. C; U. W. Currey & Co., Nash-
ville. Tenn.; T. W. Wood & Sons, Richmond. Va.; U.
J. Virgin. New Orleans, La.; C. A. Kuehn, St. Louis; N.
F. McCarthy i Co.. Boston. Mass.; F. C. Huntington
..V Co.. Indianapolis. Ind.

MflRSGtlUETZ & 60.,

Fiorlsis' SuDDiies.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Send for Catalo^e __i^^ak.

World's
Fair.

MEDAL flWSRDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North 4tli Street,
Send for catalogiie. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Neponset Flower Pots

Are sold as follows: Terms net cash with

order. If ordered shipped by freight add
50 cents cartage.

Packed in Gross weight

Crates of per lirtK) pots Per 100 Per 1000

Size
2K-tach.

.1,000 about 20 lbs S0.25

.1.000..
.1.000.
,,1,000.
,. 300.,
. 500.,
. 6110.,

■■ 45 lbs...

•■ lUlbs...

•• lOOlbs...

•■ 1611 lbs ..

Standard Pot Measure. Less quantities
tl'an full crates at 100 rates. For further
detail see previous special advertisement.

23 lbs 30

:i4 1b8 35

.50

.60

.00

1.60

f2.0U
2.30
2.60
4.00
5.00
S.30

13.35

August Rolker&Sons,

MF

New York,

MF'RS AGENTS,

136* 138 W. 34th St.,

P. O. Station E.

JARDINIERES. ALL SIZES.

THE DIRECTORY

For 1894

Is Now Ready,

PRICE $2.00.
American Florist Co.

^

J. M. YOUNG & CO.,

37 & 39 Murray St..
NEW YORK.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

89G

The American Florist.

April yp,

The St. Louis Florists' Bowling Club.

I'll sing a little song.

The singing won't take long:

To the east this summer we will go

And win that cup, we will by Joe.

We are led by Charlie Kuehn.
The captain of team one.
The banner bowler of the club.
He always takes the buu.

And then there's Dr. Helwig,
Who made 87 iu one game,
And now for an eycuse he says.
That he was ver>' lame.

All hail to the kid of the dub.
Capt. Ellison from the hub.
When uncle Uarr>* starts to roll.
He'll t->' to show him how to t)Owl.

And then comes Johnnie Kuuz,
He of leather medal fame.
We all know he's a dead game sport,
But he gets there just the same.

When Tom Peterson makes a poodle,
They all say he's off his noodle.
But after a strike he swims for his seat,
And says those ducks I have to beat.

You all know Rob and Charlie Beyer,

Whom all the boys admire.

No better bowlers are in the club.

They are always ready to give one a rub.

And Harry Young, our lucky man,
Who gets down to the h'alley;
He tnes to do the best he can,
For Mar>* Ann and Sally.

Look out torSandow Ostertag,
To much he don't amount,
But when he's got his Daisy there,
You bet he makes them count.

And there's our good friend Schray,
A bowler hard to beat;
His mustache is like the maiden hair.
But he'd sooner bowl than eat.

There's Charley Young and brother Bill,
Who come from yonder on the hill;
They are bowlers on the dy.
Why Bill made 277 and didn't half try.

You all know Bobby Tesson,
One of the dandies of our crew,
They all say he's so handsome.
With his two little girls in blue.

And then our old friend Waldbart,
Who has so long been sick;
We all hope to see him back again.
To make his usual kick.

Then there is handsome Sanders,
Whom ever>' body likes,
For strikes and spates he always gets,
While his brother sells the bikes.

The Brothers Ostertag, Henry and Fred,
Always too busy to bowl.
But come down just once in a while.
To help their team out of a hole.

Our Trcftsurer. too, with cane iu hand,
John Young^of course is one of our band;
He handles all the cash we've got,
And he likes to bowl when cold or hot.

With Roper and Sexton from the nest.
They try to see who is the best;
One on team one, the other on three,
You'll always 6nd them busy as can be.

Then Lawson and Frank Fillmore,
Two new mi mbers that is true,
They make some poodles and a few pins,
But strikes and spares are few.

The man who wrote this little song.

Is a member of the club it's true,

He won just one meflal,

Hard luck kfpt hira from two. /. J. B.

New CaUlogue (No. 4)
containing over 1.000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use,
such a* envelopes, letter
i...-..i^ bill-heads, cards.
. floral dcti^B.ctc..
' -m 30c. and upwards.
y %^ f'rice of Catalogue 2^ cts.
(drductcd from 81 order).

A. BLANC.

Engra»er for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

DELIVERED FREEI

. Itill

7n,

CEU. A. KAKK. Prinler and Paper Bag Manulaclurer.
Relerencs, Phil'a Setdtmen. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

■^r>ld-<lkl/' DELIVERED FRE
r Kim IllVl'^'""' Ti-.i ••>'i"i"-. I

Dmenslofls ol tMs Boi :

36 Inches lon^ by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches high.

Two sections.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

MMIlIactnre THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

Sizei IK-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
laitener with each letter.

Tilts wooden box nicely stained and variiislied, 18x30x12,
made in two sections, one for eacli size letter, given away wltli first order of 500 letters.

.A.Gb-'KtPS 'X'S .
A. Rolker & Song, New Vork.
Marsciiuetz & Co., 25 N. 4th St., Fliila., Pa.
F. E. McAllister, 23 Uey St., New ¥ork.
A. D. Perry & Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,

Ne^v York.
A. Herrman. 415 K. 34th St., New York.
Ernst Kautuiann & Co., 113 N. 4th St., Ptalla.
H. Baycrsdorfer & Co., Philadeluliia, Pa.
A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for

E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, 111.

Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Mason St-,
Milwaukee, Wis.

H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut St8., Cin-
cinnati, <).

T. W. Wood & Sous, 6th and Marshall Sts.,
Kichmond, Va.

Jas. Vick's Sons, Kochester, N. \'.

C. A. Kuehn. 1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.

D. I{. I. cut;. Hulfalo, New York.
C. F. HiiiitiiiKton & Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
Z. Ue Koie-t Kly & Co., 10 ;4 Market St.,

Philadelphia. Pa.
Portland Seed Co., 171 3d St., Portland, Ore.
A. Herman. 415 E. 34th St., New York.
Geo. A.Sutherland, 67 KromfieldSt., Hoston.
Weleli Itros., No. lA lieacon St., Itoston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 .Music Hall Place,
lioston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

ODR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $1.00 per 100.

N. F. McCAKTHT,

Treas. & Mangr.
Address all correspondence to 1 Music Halt Place.

Address 13 Green St..
Boston, Mass.

We have a new FASTENER which we consider
a decided anccess. Any oastomers havlDR old style
fasteners which they wish to excbanfie, can do so
without additional cost by wrltlnK us.

These Letters are handled by

HOW TO CROW CUT FLOWERS,

A PRACTICAL TREATISE ON

THE CULTIVATION OF THE ROSE,

Aud Other Flowering Plauts for Cut Flowers, sent to any address
upon receipt of $2.00. m. a. HUNX, Xerre Haute, Ind.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦

X THE DIRECTORY \

♦ ♦
\ FOR 1894 t

♦ IS NOW READY. ♦

\ PRICE S2. X

♦ ♦

♦ AM. FLORIST CO. J

♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from Ixittdiii «>f icultiT tip.
CorrMi|Hinc|(frim m>\\v\\*-i\. Kntlii)nti>fi clioorfully

(uriilfihu<l,

LYMAN FELHCIM, ERIE, PA.

i:?-Kv-^>W^:i?

aV,,-;

r c5-MANZ

A £^COMPANY--

.'A WOOD tNt.llAVINO Al MAtr-TONtPROCei»5

f j^ '\^ »i>Hc rTCMiNo «t W « UAX i>uocr»» ■

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Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Saadaman.

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The American Florist.

897

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST I

Aren't you tired polng through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having eash blown off
and broken glass to pay for 'i If you are

We have gotjust the thine you need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure" for
abont half the cost of the old style, iend for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

TO
TAKE
PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

HOT

AIR
PUMPING
ENGINES

A Windmill

Is unreliable because it de-
pends upon the elements
for its power ; hydraulic
rams also depend upon fav-
orable conditions and waste
as much water as they se-
cure. Steam pumps require
skill and hand immps de-
mand labor and time. The

DE LAMATER-RiDER OR
DE LAMATER-ERIC8S0N

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of well. They are
simple, safe and reliable,
require no steam and have
no valves. They require
very little heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.

SeTidforillustratedcatalogueto

The DEUMilER IRON WORKS,

87 South Finh At.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

• CYPRESS •

(jreeionse Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Mention American FlorlBt.
BVANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Wrltfi for Illustrated Catalogue.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS, Richmond. Ind.

NEPONSET * FLOWER * POTS

of Waterproof Paper, light, durable, unbreakable and cheap.

Tomato Growers have used them with success and
proved their appreciation by repeated orders.

Cabbage Growers have tried them and duplicated their
orders.

Marhet Growers of Verbenas, Alyssum, Coleus and
other plants, which do not shun moisture, have
used them extensively in repeated seasons

Recommended for light and safe packing of tender and
valuable plants, for the marketing of Ferns, Dutch
Bulbs, Lily of the valley and the like.

Cost about 40 per cent less than earthen pots, and
weight considerably lighter, thus saving in first
cost and freight.

For Price List and further particulars addresB

AUGUST KOLKEK & SONS, Station E, New York.

R. & J. FABQUHAR, - - - - Boston, Mass.

Who furnish samples, by mall, postpaid, on receipt of

10 cts. 11 cts. 14 cti. 17 cts. 22 cts. 40 cts. 60 cts.

For 1 dozen 2}<-In. 2J^-in. 3-ln. Sit-in. 4-ln. 5-ln. ti-lnch pots.

F. W. BIRD & SONS, Sole Manufacturers, EAST WALPOLE, MASS.
VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send lor Catalogue and Es-
timates.

EJ. HH»I*A.iei>, "iTotajagsto-waa., Olilo.

theMALTESE cross BRAND

TKEVERYBESTOF GARDEN &1AWN

m, tm Si ^

'i'^.iFvourdealerdoesTiothaveit5cnd direct to Ihem

5 " ^EwTor;^" The Gutta Perclia & Rulitier M| Co. '

IhcTTiaiiufacturm

70 Lake Street,
CHICAGO.

D. H. ROBERTS,

159 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, iKE^'W ^V'OISK;,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FOR ROSE HOUSES, CONSERVATORIES. ETC., ETC.

ESTABLISHED

18 66.

MANUFACTURED

N. 5TE

335 EAST 2P-^ ST.

FFEKS

NEW YORK.

GREEN-HOUSE

HEATING.

MYERS & CO.

1518 & 1520 S. 9th St.,

PHILADELPHIA.

Send tor CHlnl<i(jrite
i-i price list.

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.00.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave.. Brooklyn, N.Y.
ft^Send for Catalogue.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that'
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

898

The American Florist.

April /p,

Toronto.

The cold storm wave which swept over
the contirent a few days ago seems to
have been pretty general and did not for-
get to give this city a call. So far I have
heard of no damage having been done,
and since it passed the weather has been
fine and mild; of the five inches of snow
which fell only an isolated patch here and
there in sheltered spots remained the day
after as a remainder of what J. Pluvius
Probs can do when he gets on a bender.

The cut flower trade is getting demor-
alized now and it is too late in the season
to expect any improvement in that line.
Some left over Easter lilies and other
plants are being offered very low just
now, but the general plant trade is
brightening up a bit and will improve
from this on.

I notic; in Mr. W. J. Stewart's paper on
"Ornamental Horticulture at the World's
Fair" he deprecates the one judge system
as un-American in principle. I should
very much like to hear him explain how
this can be. In our G. and F. Association
the one judge is chosen by a majority of
the members and I presume other associ-
ations, clubs and societies do likewise. Is
not the President of the United States
elected by a majority of the people as
their chief officer? We here have found
the one judge system work well and give
more satisfaction than the three judge
system. E.

SOLDOON THEIR-MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIOUITY.

Concord, N. H. — The florists of Con-
cord have reason to feel well pleased with
the results of Easter trade. The heaviest
demand was for well grown specimens of
lilies in pots; spireas also went well.
There was considerable decorating done
with palms, dracaenas, etc. Large quan-
tities of lilies were sold as cut flowers.
The demand for carnations wasexcellent;
although a fine crop awaited sale at the
various local establishments, the Boston
market had to help supply the demand.
Tulips and violets went rather slow but
finally everything in the shape of a flower
was sold.

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

Clear

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

H<'ii«l f<ir < trciilarH ninl Tf-nt liiioriliilll.
M'*ntion AniTicnn Klorinl.

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

kk

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. 7^7 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. »nd Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the firmof Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Uopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a contuiuauce of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for pnce list ana samples and we know you will give us an order.

403 North Satina Street. SYRACUSE, t^. Y.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

Standard flower Pots

Our new Pottary, new Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
In the market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINCER. Manager. 13ifxmt JSro Oilfield, StlL^mm,

FLOWER POTS.

Stan<lai d l-'luwri I'ots. Mncliinc I'ols, 1 land-
Made Pots. I'lorists* tut Klower I'ots, Saucers,
Hanging Haskets, in 12 fiiiicy patterns.
FIRSTCUSS GOODS. LOWEST PRICES.

8on<l for prU'i' IIkI. iJve iim n Irlitl. Wt* will Kiiroly
BHllnfy ytiii.

BOWMANVILLE POTTERY,

ItowiiiitiivllU', (hlciif^o. III.

PATENTC

I Tradi-Marks. Copyrights, Etc. ^^ g

I GHflNDLEE & MflGftULEy.vl/

Atlantic Uuililing. WASHZNOTOH. D. C.

Siaiidard Flower Pois.

25 PER CENT. OFF for ciish willi order unlit fur
ttu-r Motic*. A larKf htoclc on Imndofgood, Htrong
polK. PRICE LIST, lor any number:

l!li-lncl> (iiitii. |H'r IKIJ. Kl (JU :lV>ni:li pota. pur KWI, Tl Z'l
'1 -Indi pnUi, A 'ib 4 -Incll ihiIh, '.t IHt

VAlncU iHitK. " :i MJ 6 -Inoli |x>(ii, " l:i HU
■i\i-ln<:li |K>U, " 4 lU II -Inoli potn. " 7i W

■\n(i)i iiiiU. fi Hi 7 -Incli iHiU. :i6 UU

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

Lnrunut In till' ui„i,. I'Olcr KDW A Kll, N. Y.

Ailifiml IbilkiT A Hoiin. lai'i h \;i>t W. '.iltli SlriHit. Now
Vork (lly. Nuw York AifonUi.

THE GREAT ANTIPEST.

h ur |»t«rllriil(trH, N*<f) lu-xl. w«'t*k.

R. W. CARMAN, Genl Aot..

aa AoillT r4lrMt. Kl.UHUJMU. UuMutUo.. N. V.

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The American Florist.

899

ESTABLISHED 1854.

Devine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-inch pipe.
Send for New List.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST.,

WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Boilers made of th_ l__t _f n__iterlal. shell, firebox
beets and beads of attel, water space all arouad
front. Bides and back). Write for Information.
Mention American Flortst.

IRON

Reservoir Vases,

Lawn Settees,
and Chairs

Are Miimifiictured by

Mcdonald bros.

COLUMBUS, OHIO.

The largest manufacturers of these troods In the world.
We Issue a large 40 pa^e Illustrated catalogue, which
will be sent free on application. Mention Am. Florist.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomaiiG Veniilaior.

Ttie cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
heat machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated deecrlptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, Klvlng prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sifter.

Address, B. B. WOIVI'',
Itox H4. SPRINGFIELD, O.

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER, Sec'y, F. H. A., Saddle River, N. J.

HAIL

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at Atlantic City, N . J ., August, 1894.

CONTENTS.

Arrangement of flowers (3 illus.) 901

Orchids— Phaius 902

—In Mr. Hicks Arnold's conservatory 902

Ferns and their culture 903

Carnations— Notes 904

The shrubs of Toronto's lawns 904

Among Chicago growers 905

Fern spores 906

Obituary— Mvron A. Hunt (portrait) 906

Miscellaneous seasonable hints 907

Nepholepis exaltata and rubbers ..... . . 907

Caladiums ... . 908

Antirrhinum majus (illus.) 908

Cool growing . 908

Glazing 908

Easter reflections 909

New York . 909

Chicago 910

Philadelphia 911

Boston 911

Washington 911

St. Louis 912

Buflalo 912

Toronto 912

Ottawa, Canada 912

The seed trade 916

Cincinnati 918

Gerraantown, Pa 920

St. Paul, Minn 922

Montreal 924

San Francisco 924

Trading on death 926

Hail Storms.

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Arrangement of Flowers^,

SIMPLE BASKETS.

The arrangement of baskets is a subject
that covers a wider range than that of
an^' other division. Notwithstanding the
fact that the demand for made-up baskets
is not nearly as large as was the case in
former years, still we receive constant or-
ders for them, though not in as large
numbers as could be desired from a finan-
cial standpoint, for in basket arrange-
ment we can often use material to very
good advantage which, on account of in-
sufficient length of stem, can not be sold
to good advantage as loose cut flowers.
The main objection to the basket from
the buyer's point of view is that the flow-
ers wilt too quickly, often lasting but a
few hours. The objection is well founded
as regards the great majority of such ar-
rangements, but the fault lies very often
in the careless way in which the flowers
are put in. If properly put up the flow-
ers in a basket, if fresh, will last in good
condition a reasonably long time, al-
though of course not as well as when the
stems are placed in water.

We find it to our profit to encourage
the demand for this class of arrangements
as much as possible, and to our mind the
waning popularity of the basket can be
resuscitated by giving a high standard of
excellence in the manner ot arrangement,
and above all by giving careful attention
to keeping the floweis from wilting as
long as possible.

Almost all of the stock used for this
class of work is stemmed on either picks
or match sticks, but the factthat the pick
only serves the purpose of enabling us to
guide the flower stem into the moss is too
often lost sight of and the pick or stick is
regarded by the maker up as part of the
stem and so long as the flower will hold
in position very little attention is paid to
whether the flower stem is firmly im-
bedded in the moss or not. It is no won-
der that flowers, whose stems very often
do not even reach the top of the moss,
wilt so soon. This you will say is gross
carelessness. True, even a novice in the
business ought to knowthat flowers can-
not keep under those conditions, and yet
we find this practice indulged in by old
and experienced hands. Not but what
they know better; in fact we find it most
apparent in the highest class of work; the
keeping quality is too often lost sight of
entirely for the sake ofan artistic appear-
ance; thus if a certain kind of flower is
stemmed too short in order to give the
desired effect, it is raised high and dry
above the moss, and if the stick be too
short another lengthis added;a few green
leaves will hide the stick, which may carry
the end of the flower stem 3 inches above
the moss. Such a basket may meet the
artistic ideas of the designer, and on first
appearance be entirely satisfactory to the
purchaser, but what about its usefulness?

Tasteful arrangement should certainly be
aimed at every time, without it we cannot
progress, but it should not be placed above
all other considerations if we ever expect
the basket to regain its oldtime suprem-
acy.

There is no form of arrangement that
admits of greater diversity in style and
lorm than does that of the basket, with
hundreds of diffierent shapes and forms,
each one of which can be built up in an
entirely different manner. It offers a
splendid field to the ingenious maker-up.

The meaning of the term "basket" is
rather vague as applied to the forms used
in our business. The proper definition of
what constitutes a basket has been a mat-
ter of debate from time to time but it is
not our intention to go into this subject
any further than is necessary. Let us call
those forms baskets that are made of
willow, celluloid, rattan or wire, either
with or without handles, whether oval,
round or square. Such forms as are used
for table decoration form a different
group, and will be considered when we
reach that class. We will give our first
attention to the simpler forms.

Our first illustration shows a high han-
dle basket of a size such as can be put up
at this season of the year for about $5, of
such quality of mixed material as was
used.

We have already shown how to moss
up baskets in general, but as has been
stated before, the style of basket must al-
ways be taken into consideration as re-
gards the heights to which the moss
should be raised. In the form under con-
sideration it is well to have the moss
rounded up fairly high. In the first place
it will aid us in making a better display
of the material, and besides we can also
use short stemmed flowers to better ad-
vantage, and there will be no need to
raise them up on stilts.

Now let us select the material. In the
first place we want green around the
edge of the basket. In this case we used
wood ferns for the purpose, but if smilax
is at hand this can be used also to good
advantage. The short pieces found at the
the bottom of the plants after the strings
have been cut out serves our purpose just
as well. It the strings are used, cut in
lengths according to the height of the
basket, say 6 inches, and stem on tooth
picks. It fern leaves are used stem also on
picks; if too long break off a piece, stem-
ming the two sections together, the piece
containing the tip of leaf on top. Now
arrange the green around the edge of the
basket in such a manner that the vines or
leaves will droop over the rim; cover the
sphagnum in the center of the basket with
green of such description as may be at
hand, small bits of broken fern leaves,
smilax and the like.

We preter to drape the handle of the
basket before the other flowers are ar-
ranged, but this is optional and can be

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The American Florist.

April 26^

done after the basket is filled as vrell.
Either smilax or a spray of Asparagus
plumosns may be used. Select the top end
of a piece, say of smilax, of sufficient
length to reach over the handle, and fas-
ten to the same by means of wire. Next
run a spray of flowers up one side of the
handle. Our illustration shows this to be
formed of a combination of red roses and
marguerites; as the top flowers on this
spray cannot reach the moss we may
wind in around the stems of the flowers
some green sheet moss, which if wrapped
tight and thoroughly wet will preserve
the flowers; the stems of the flowers form-
ing the lower part of the spray should be
imbedded in the sphagnum.

For the body of the basket we use a va-
riety of flowers, none of which will be re-
quired of very great length of stem, yet
a number of them should be at least 6
——inches long. If sufficiently stiff' in stem
/ no supporting wire should be used, but if
weak treat them in the manner illustrated
in our article on stemming. For a basket
of this form we prefer the use of match-
sticks, cut in lengths of about 5 inches, to
that of picks, particularly as regards
roses; cut them to a sharp point so as to
be enabled to run the stems of the flowers
well down into the moss. Roman hya-
cinths, daisies, adiantum and all the
lighter forms can be stemmed on picks.
The flowers used in this basket consisted
of the following: Short stemmed Jacque
roses. La France, Perles, Brides, Roman
hyacinths, marguerites, and a few bright
pansies. Commence the arrangement by
starting at the center of the basket, se-
lecting the longest stemmed flowers for
this position, and continue down to the
edge, drooping the last row ot the flowers
well over the rim. Don't set the flowers
all at the same heights; the smaller buds
of the roses should be raised above the
level of the heavier forms. Be careful to
preserve the character of the spray on
your handle by running the same class of
material pretty well down on that side of
the basket. For foliage between the flow-
ers adiantum ser^-es our purpose admir-
ably and greatly adds to the eflect, but
this fern wilts very quickly and great
care should be taken to run the stems into
the moss; but even then in .'i warm room
it will not last any length of time. A.
plumosuB or A. tenuissimus, if at hand,
answers equally well and will last much
longer. In addition to the above men-
tioned varieties many other sorts can be
used, such as small L.Harri8ii,candidum,
carnations of various colors, valley, vio-
lets, mignonette and many varieties of
annuals in their season; only let us be
careful when using a mixture not to place
flowers of opposing shades of color in
close proximity; this can be avoided by
placing the neutral shades of white \x
tween.

\jc\. us next consider a shape without a
handle. Our second illustration shows a
12'inch oval flat arranged in an entirely
different manner. Mere the varieties are
not mixed together, but each kind kept
separate and the whole grou|)cd together
to form a harmonious combination. Such
combinations can Ik- made in almost end-
less variety; no two need Ik- made exactly
alike. The basket wc illustrate is com-
prised of Wootton, Perle and La I-rancc
roses, marguerites, pansies, forget-me-not,
and mignonette.

For green the same material may be
used as was mentioned before, nn<l ar-
ranged in the same manner, but as the
design is lower the smilax and other
green will not have to \k quite so long.

In order to give a loose effect the flow-
ers should be strmmcfl of a length not less

than 5 inches, but have some larger than
others. The first illustration of this bas-
ket shows the arrangement of the green
and the section of Perles in the left hand
side of the basket, with a few of the
W'oottons placed in the center. These
Woottons are carried diagonally across
the back of the basket to the right hand
end of the piece, which is hidden from
view. However, in the completed form,
as shown in No. 3, the vacant place seen
in No. 2, in the group of Perles, is filled in
with a small clump of forget-me-not.
Next is arranged a spray of marguerites
separating the red from the pink roses.
The remaining space in the front is filled
in with La France. The last section of
the basket, which however doesn't show
in our picture, is made of pansies, a spray
of mignonette forming the dividing lines
between the pansies and Woottons. Ad-
iantum is used freely to give the whole a
graceful appearance. The lines of the
sprays of marguerites and mignonette
should not be drawn too sharply, but
should intermingle with the flowers com-
posing the sections through which they
pass.

Smaller and less pretentious baskets
than the ones illustrated are made, but
for a new beginner these are generally
more difiicult to start in with than the
larger ones. These and the more elabor-
ate forms will form the subject of a fu-
ture article.

Phaius.

Phaius are a genus of terrestrial orchids
which flower principally in March and
April and are thus valuable on that ac-
count. The old Phaius grandifolius being
one of the earliest tropical orchids intro-
duced to cultivation, is too well known to
need description, but those who have not
grown P. Wallichii, I would recommend
to do so, it being so much more showy
than grandifolius; also tuberculosus,
which was introduced abouttwelveyars
ago and no doubt is the most beautiful of
the genus. Humblotii, which was intro-
duced about the same time, is very fine
though not so beautiful as tuberculosus,
moreover this species flowers in the sum-
mer months.

Then wc have again the recent intro-
duction of Phaius Sanderiana, which is a
robust grower and a very decorative
plant, carrying a flower spike five feet in
height and individual flowers measuring
six inches across, of a rich tawny brown
color, margined white, yellow behind,
lighter veins; lip large and well open,
white, with rich brown throat, shaded
with pink; a truly m.-ijcstic and showy
plant carrying on its massive spike. -ibout
efjtbteen to twenty flowers and lasting
long in i^rfection. ' This i)lant is of easy
culture, growing in nil ordinary cnttley.-i
house and requiring plenty of water dur-
ing its growing |)erio(l;in fact it is a gross
feeder.

But the most interest is now centered
on the new hybrid phaius whiili have re-
cently iK-cn introduced. The I'haius Cook-
soni, which is a hybrid between I'haius
Wallichii X I'haiuH tiibcrcniloHUS, and
which we have now in flower, is indeed a
very pleasing and interesting plant. The

leaves are intermediate between parents,
scapes shorter — ours eight flowered,
flowers almost as large as P. Wallichii,
sepals and petals light rose with yellow-
ish brown along their middle, the left fun-
nel shaped, broad, with a very crisped
margin, basal half yellow, the rest of Up
rose, spotted with carmine purple.

Phaius amabilis is another hybrid be-
tween Phaius grandifolius X Phaius tub-
erculosus and was raised by Mr. Seden
two years ago. It is a very striking
plant and a fit companion for P. Cook-
soni. This is intermediate in form be-
tween parents, of good constitution hav-
ing the vigor of grandifolius, and throwing
up a sturdy spike about eighteen inches
high with twelve large flowers over three
inchf s across; the sepals and petals rose
colored, the lip broad, well open and suf-
fused over whole with rich carmine pur-
ple.

These plants should be repotted at this
season immediately following their flow-
ering, in a compost of fibrous loam and
peat with sphagnum. Give plenty of
drainage and pot firm. Liberal waterings
should be given when in active growth
and when pseudo-bulbs are developing
liquid manure can be used. Keep to the
light but from direct sunshine.

W. Robinson.

Orchids in Mr. Hicks Arnold's Conserv-
atory, New York.

When the visitor observes the many
genera amassed together under one struc-
ture, as we find them here, thriving lux-
uriantly, and rewarding the grower with
ample bloom at all seasons, demonstrat-
ing the enthusiasm of their owner and the
watchful care of his cultivator, Mr. Mor-
ris, he cannot resist expressing much ad-
miration and praise for the diligent ob-
servations as to the varied requirements
of so many valuable treasures.

Owing to the limited space available for
their reception, only the most select forms
have from time to time been added. Cat-
tleyas, la^lias, dendrobiums cypripedi-
ums in quantity, Eerides, vandas, saccola-
biums, sobralias, phajus, lycastes and
odontoglossums, some of the warmer
kinds, are placed from stage to roof in all
positions so that the house resembles a
veritable forest, the walls at each end
being tastefully covered with selaginella,
begonias, ferns in variety, Ficus repens,
Panax Victoria" — infacteverything to aid
moisture, and provided with every essen-
tial for the weflbeing of the plants. The
air at all times is charged with humidity
produced by syringing this combination
of plant life daily.

The cypripediums are well grown, and
embrace a number of extreme rarity.
Among them now in bloom is a beautiful
example of C. Paris, a supposed hybrid
between C. bellatulum and C. Stonei. It
is a remarkable hybrid of great interest;
the ground coloring of the sepal and pet-
als is light cream, with a sufl'usion of pea
green; iit the base of the segments on
either side of the broad dorsal sepal, also
the apical portion, a light flush of purple
is seen; the whole flower excepting the
pouch is marked with nuincious spots
and lines of dark inriroon iiurjile, the
pouch being light jiurple and suffused
with pale rose. Although a decided ac-
(jiiiHitioii it is unfortunately very rare.

Another intercHting hybrid in bloom is
C. I'.rayanum iinicolor, cnrryiiii; two
flowers. In coloring it deviates from the
existing forms, being much lighter. Its
jiarcnts are C. Druryii and C. ciliolarc,
the coloring of the former predoininating
very much in the variety here noted.

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Many of the best varieties of C. Curtisii
may be seen in this collection; the variety
named platypetalutn is remarkable for
size ot pouch and breadth of petal. C.
Germinyanum, C. Lonryanum, and C.
Chamberlainianum are in bloom, the lat-
ter in several pretty varieties, also a fine
lot of C. callosum, some of the flowers
being immense. C. Sanderianum grows
here with surprising vigor, and blooms an-
nually from comparatively small plants.

Among the cattleyas are many gems
of great value. A most exquisite form of
Cattleya TrianzE alba carries four blos-
soms perfect in shape and of fine sub-
stance, with a broad labellum hand-
somely frilled. In dark varieties C, Tri-
anse SmithitE is one of the finest, having
broad sepals and round undulated petals
very rich in color, and a superb labellum
bordered with a very thick frill.

C. Lawrenceana does well here; its
glowing purple blossoms a^re very effect-
ive, the plants are grown in baskets, sus-
pended in a position where they receive
light and air in abundance during their
growing season, and a copious supply of
water. This is a good orchid, but is every
day becoming a more valuable plant; im-
portations of it are not numerous, its
native country only being reached by suf-
fering severe hardships and danger to
health. Cattleya Mendelii is now push-
ing forth its flowers, and here is found
the rare and remarkable Quorn House

variety, a superb white form wi'.h enorm-
ous flowers of a very chaste character.
Lselio-Cattleya Arnoldiana, one of the
finest hybrids ever raised, is represented
here by two healthy specimens, and will
shortly be in bloom, C. Aclandiae is in
flower, growing freely on raits, Epiden-
drum prismatorocarpum has several
spikes, and there are many other equally
showy things.

The collection of Ljelia anceps is a very
choice one, L. a. Ballantineana, L. a.
Stella, L. a. Schroderiana, the finest of all
the white forms, L. a. Sanderiana, L. a.
Dawsonii, L. a. Hillii, L. a. alba, the
snow white form with a pea green throat,
all were flowering this past season in pro-
fusion.

To ensure such excellent results every
facility is utilized to surround the plants
with air, moisture, and light in abund-
ance, especially while in active growth, a
watchful eye being kept for all such ene-
mies as slugs, thrips, and scale. No hard
and fast rules can be adopted for the well-
being of the plants, where one or two
houses are only available. Many varie-
ties may be grown with satisfactory re-
sults, providing a careful observation is
given to the plant's requirements. If they
do not succeed in one position give them
a trial in various quarters of the houses
until success is assured by finally securing
a place the plant will enjoy.

A. DiMMOCK.

Ferns and their Culture.

BY E. ASMUS, JR.

[Read bejore the New Jersey Social Floriits^ Oub,
April 5.]

Ferns are at the present time in such
great demand that I have chosen them for
my subject. Few plants are put to so
many uses, both for indoor and outdoor
decoration. I should say that there are
few plants that give more pleasure
through the entire season than a collec-
tion of ferns. They are flowerless plants,
and belong to the natural order of Filices.
There are few orders of plants which have
such a wide distribution, being found in
the tropics, in the temperate zones, on
high mountain ranges, and as far north
as Labrador and Greenland. Some varie-
ties grow in the dense shade, such as
Todea superba and trichomanes; some in
partially shaded places on the margins of
woods, on the hillsides and along stone
walls, like most of our native ferns, such
as osmundas and aspleniums. A few va-
rieties, such as nothochlaena and cheil-
anthes, grow in the driest sun. Some
varieties are very small, while others
again are very large, the Dicksonia ant-
arctica reaching a height of twenty to
thirty feet in its native habitat. Some
varieties have creeping rhizomes, and
grow upon rocks and trees, while others
throw out their fronds from crowns, like
Lomaria gibba and other varieties of the
tree fern family. Still, under these varied
conditions, they are a very easily culti-
vated class of plants if their requirements
are carefully looked after. The best les-
son can be obtained by observing some
of our native ferns in their natural
haunts.

Beginning with the fern from the spore
state is a very interesting study. The
first thing to be done is to procure good,
fresh spores, these being the reproductive
organs. They should be carefully saved
and each variety tied up in a separate bag,
so that there will be no danger of their
becoming mixed, for they are so small,
and even finer than the proverbial mus-
tard seed. When they are good and dry
they readily loosen themselves from the
back of the frond to which they are at-
tached. After the seed is properly cleaned
the next thing to be done is to secure the
proper material on which to sow them.
The best material I have found is a mix-
ture of leaf mold and fine peat run through
a fine screen to take out all fine roots and
small sticks to facilitate pricking them off"
at a later date. After soil has been pre-
pared, secure some good clean pots. (Be
sure they are well washed, new pots be-
ing in all cases best.) Fill these withsome
good drainage to about an inch from the
top. I have found coal ashes the best
material for this purpose. Then place
soil on top, firm well, and give a thorough
watering before sowing the spores. After
they are sown the pots should be placed
in a close frame until the ferns are up, but
during that time they should never be
watered overhead. If they should become
dry put pots in some vessel containing
water and let the water soak up from the
bottom of the pot. When the spores are
in the prothallus state, which is the most
critical time, great care must be taken
against damping.

When large enough, which can only be
learned by close observation, they should
be pricked oflf in flats filled with the same
mixture on which they were sown, in
small blocks about a quarter of an inch
square and placed about an inch apart
each way. These flats should then be
placed in a warm frame or near the glass
in a warm, close house, covered with

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glass, and closelj- watched, going over
them every morning to look out for
fungus, which is so apt to appear when
they are in this state. The best thing to
do is to pick the affected part out and
cover the place with a little slacked lime,
so that the fungus will not go any further,
as, if care is not taken in this respect it
will spread over the entire flat in a few
days. Great care must also be taken in
watering, never allowing the soil to be-
come sodden. When the plants have
reached the state that one or two small
leaves can be seen, the glass can be re-
moved and flats placed in a somewhat
cooler house on a bench near the glass,
shaded from the direct rays of the sun.
When the plants are large enough for
2-inch pots, which will be about six
months from the time of sowing, they
should be potted in a mixture of good
loam with an addition of well rotted leaf
mold or horse manure. I think the latter
preferable, owing to the strong feeding
qualities of most ferns, especially adiant-
ums. There should also be added a little
sand to keep the soil open. After they are
potted the house should be kept quite
close for a while, until they have received
a start, when the temperature can be
gradually reduced.

In watering great care is very essential.
Although they are great moisture loving
plants, they should never receive so much
that the soil becomes sodden; neither
should they be allowed to become dry,
for if fern fronds once become wilted they
will never revive. Never water overhead,
especially such varieties as Adiantum
Farleyense, the gymnogramme family,
and many others, or their beauty will be
marred.

Ventilation should always be looked
after carefully, giving a little on all bright
and warm days, but never giving too
much to cause any cold draughts, with
Adiantum Farleyense in particular.

Shading is another rery important
factor in their successful culture. Although
they are, as a rule, with very few excep-
tions, a shade loving plant, it should
never be attempted to grow them under
the benches or some dark out-of-the-way-
comer. The best results are almost in all
cases obtained when they are grown in a
good light house, near the glass, with
enough shading to keep the hot rays of
the sun from scorching them.

Carnation Notes.

The most formidable enemy the carna-
tion has At this »cason of the year is the
red spider; rust and other diseases are
injurious but the spider, if it gets a start,
is positively ruinous. He can destroy
more in a week than rust will all season
and Is a hundred times as hnrd to fight.
If the carnation was iin acjuatir plant
that we could unc water on it without
limit (that is thcltcst remedy) we would be
all right, but it is not and an attempt to
clean up n bad case of spider is likely to
\x very injurious to the plants, as the spi-
der is very hard to get at completely on a
carnation plant.

There are remedies galore for the spider
and all arc good or fairly good when you
hit the spider, but the trouble is to hit

12-INOH OVAL PLAT PARTLY FILLED.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS.

him. I have tried them all, my last ex-
periment being withsalt water, but I have
yet to find a satisfactory cure. A grower
who recently visited my place and saw
the experiments suggested that alum
water be put on hot; he had heard some
one say it was good. So that will be my
next experiment. I would like to know
if anyone has a good and practical rem-
edy for the spider and there are lots of
other growers would like to know the
same thing.

You will likely want to run your carna-
tions until Decoration Day at least and
more than likely for the commencements,
so wheneveryouhave a little time to spare
use it in keeping them in good shape tied
up nicely and weeded; the flowers will be
enough better to pay well for the time.
Disbudding will keep your plants in better
growing shape and pay foritself in the in-
creased value of the flower. Golden Tri-
umph is not a popular flower but I am
producing blooms of it by disbudding
that will put to shame anv other yellow
in the market. I am not saying this to
recommend this variety, for taking the
season from beginning to end it will not
have paid me to grow it, but as an ob-
ject lesson in disbudding it is a decided
success. It is well to shade the houses
with a mixture of naptha and white lead
and thus save considerable time in water-
ing and also keep the color of the flowers
better. II your houses arc not shaded,
such varieties as Portia and all bright
colors will lose their color a day after
they are opened.

The young plants should be planted out
now as fast as you can. If they have been
potterl and are pot bound it is well, as
they are knocked out of the pots, to take
a knife and cut the roots on each of two
siflcH of the pots so as to induce them to
break new fibres ([uickly. Cuttings can
lie pl.'inted direct from the sand liid with
a little exlri. care and preparation ol the
soil, and of course such plants should be

i)Ut out only in goofi growing weather,
t is not advisable to plant rooted cut-
tings out rlirect that have been shipped to
you; it will pay well to plant tlicm in
trays and take good care of thcni until
they have made a nice lot of those little

fibrous white roots; they can then be
planted out with success.

A. M. Herr.

The Shrubs of Toronto's Lawns.

nv D. W. HEADLE.

[Read before the Toronto Gardenen' and Fto} ists'
Association at the April meeting.]

Visitors to oui city have frequently re-
marked that its citizens seem to have a
singular fondness for pollarded shrubs,
and express surprise that a style so un-
natural and inartistic should have be-
come so prevalent. Are the gardeners, it
is asked, so ignorant of the rudiments of
their calling that they know nothing bet-
ter than to shear of!" the tops? Were they
to set an array of old time birch brooms,
brush end up, they would be scarcely less
becoming.

In the early days of ornamental gar-
dening all kinds of fanciful forms were
given to trees, hedges and shrubs. This
style of pruning had some claim to being
a work of art, and an exhibition of the
gardener's skill. It can not be said that
this pollarding exhibits skill, or is in .any
sense a work of art, for any horse or cow
in browsing them could do as much.

Shrubs are supposed to l)e planted asan
adornment of the grounds, liach species
has its individualstyleofgrowth, wherein
lies its own expression of beauty. It is
this individuality, especially when the
time of inflorcscnee is past, that gives va-
riety and nttr.ictiveness to the lawn. The
eye of the true gardener perceives the
charm of the natural form of each, and
prunes so as to preserve and develop the
distinguishing feature of the several vari-
lies. Herein is manifested his apprecia-
tion of the varied beauty of natuic, and
his skill in giving it full expression. Hut
the criipping svstem wholly destroys this
iiaturaiiicss. It gives to all an unvarying
uniformity, and tothee^e of every lover
of nature .-i very distressing unsightliness.
Ilcside, much of the bloom Is shorn away,
SI) that when In flower much of their
lirlghtnesH and beauty is lost, and thus
the very object forwhicli they are planted
Is defeated.

.N'ot every man who can run a hand-

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mower has the eye and the hand of the
experienced gardener, nor can it be cxt
pected that skilled labor can be purchased
at the cost of mere muscular force. If
this style of trimming is the outcome of a
matter of economy, we suggest that it
would be not only more economical, but
also much more ornamental to leave the
lawn without shrubs. Such misshapen
caricatures of nature are no ornament.
The beauty of many of Toronto's lawns,
and the attractiveness of the city to its
visitors, would be greatly enhanced if
these pollarded shrubs were all dug up
and consigned to the brush-h^ap.

Among Chicago Growers.

LAKE FOREST.

The first section of the McCormick rose
houses at Lake Forest was built years
ago and consisted of 2 houses 30x150.
These were built in what at that time
was considered the most approved style
for rose growing. This style of construc-
tion as well as the manner of growing
roses on benches in 3 inches of soil, was
quite an innovation at the time. As little
or nothing was known in the west of the
merits of this mode of growing, our local
talent looked on in a rather skeptical way
predicting all manner of failures, but the
result soon proved it a complete success.
But this establishment was not alone the
pioneer in the growing of roses in a rad-
ically different manner from that prac-
ticed before; it also introduced in our
market what were at that time called
fancy roses. The varieties grown were
Mermets, Pedes, Niphetos and Cook.
The Cooks, by the way, were grown in
pots and such flowers as were produced
here the first season were never seen since,
either at this, or any other establishment
around Chicago. Cook has disappeared
from our markets entirely since the ad-
vent of the Bride, Niphetos is going fast,
and Mermet has probably seen her best
days. Perle is about the only one of the
old sorts that has as yet no formidable
rival to dispute honors. While the Mer-
met has seen her best days the sterling
good qualities of this popular sort are as
unimpaired as ever, but her rival, the

Bridesmaid, is such a decided improve-
ment as regards color that the older va-
riety will in all probability be relegated to
the rear to a certain extent. But although
Mermet will cease to be a dominant factor
as a pink variety in our market, we doubt
if it will ever be crowded out entirely.

Many growers, particularly those who
were caught in the Waban craze a few
years ago, are rather cautious about in-
vesting in any new pink variety. "Mer-
met is good enough for me; let some
other fool experiment with new varieties;
I have been bit often enough," are ex-
pressions we meet with quite frequently.
Yet the good qualities of the Bridesmaid
are no longer a matter of speculation.
Any grower so disposed can investigate
for himself by seeing it grow at various
establishments around the city.

Mr. Kennedy, an experienced grower,
who manages the affairs of this establish-
ment, in speaking of this variety says:
"My experience with this rose thepresent
season, is such that I feel warranted in
recommending it very highly. With me
it has proved the best paying variety we
grow. I bought last spring 1,000 plants
from the house that introduced this sort.
Being personally acquainted with Mr.
Moore I relied upon his judgment as to
the merit of this rose, but I must admit
that I didn't feel quite easy in my mind.
The thought of the Waban was still a
nightmare to me, but all I can say now is,
that I wish I had bought 3,000 instead of
1,000. You will notice that these roses
are planted in various situations in differ-
ent houses. Here is one lot on a front
bench, another on a center bench, and
still another is grown on the rear bench
of a house. I did this to test the variety
thoroughly. There is little if any differ-
ence in any of them. The habit of this
rose is certainly as good as that of Mer-
met, with me it seems even a stronger
grower, and as regardsyield fully as good.
I intend ^o bench at least 3,000 plants
this spring."

One house we find already planted with
young stock, which was benched about
March l;the balance will be planted later.

Mermets and Brides are just coming in
with a fine crop. Most of these are young

stock, but we find several tables of 2-year
old plants looking exceptionally good.
These Mr. K. informs us have yielded a
larger crop than the young plants but the
buds average a trifle smaller. Gontier
and Perle also look well. Of the latter
there is one, the lower one of the tier of
center tables, the soil of which is covered
with a black water lichen which makes
its appearance in the same spot every
year but has never spread beyond the
limits of this bed and is found growing on
the soil underneath the bench in great
profusion. The appearance of this bench
would indicate that the soil is water-
logged and sour, but such is not the case.
The lichen, which forms a thin black and
shinv crust on top, leaves the soil under-
neath in good condition and apparently
does little injury to the roses, which look
quite healthy and thrifty. The soil on the
bed is of course removed every year and
the house underneath has been regularly
cleaned out. The house, like all the rest,
is high and airy and the walks of cement,
but yet the lichen sticks.

Beauties have done but little this year.
Meteor also doesn't look very well. "I
have tried Meteor in various ways,"
says Mr. Kennedy, "but with me it is very
unsatisfactory in winter. This year we
grow it in a house where an abundance
of heat can be supplied at all times, but
the result is as disappointing as ever.
During fall and up to the end of December
it behaves well enough, but during winter
most of the blooms are badly crippled and
off color."

A change has recently been made in the
heating apparatus to overhead flow, and
return pipes underneath. This system is
much more satisfactory than the former
mode of heating underneath. "I found,"
says Mr. K., "that at certain seasons of
the winter the young growth of the
plants, more particularly on the highest
benches nearest the top of the houses, got
badly affected from what I determined to
be an overabundance of moisture at the
top. The young shoots would often drop
their leaves, and sometimes damp off en-
tirely. Since the flow pipe has been
place^ overhead this trouble has disap-
peared."

At Mr. Parcell's place we note a sport
of the Bride which appears to havemerit.
The flower is striped and veined with
pink the shade of Bridesmaid, and isquite
pleasing in appearance. The sport ap-
peared last winter. Four plants were
propagated from the shoot, three of
which are seen in bloom now. All the
blooms show the variegation in the flower
quite true to the original. There seems
to be little doubt of the color being
"fixed," but how far it may prove of
value as a commercial flower we are not
prepared to say. Mr. Parcell proposes to
grow it another season on a more ex-
tensive scale, and we maythenbe enabled
to judge of its merits more correctly.

Hild Bros, place is looking well. Their
La France are just coming in with a fine
crop and are the best around this section
of country. The balance of the stock
grown consists of such varieties as Mer-
met, Bride, Gontier, Perle and Beauty.
Here we meet with a number of plants of
the climbing form of the Perle just break-
ing into bloom. "But," says Mr. George
Hiid, "it don't pay to grow. These are
the first flowers that have showed this
winter. It will vield a heavy crop in
spring, but what is the use when you get
no result during the season when the
flowers have anv value?"

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Calvert & Sons grow in addition to
cutflowers a line of miscellaneous plants.
We noted particularly a finely grown
batch of campanulas, mostly in full bloom,
making a splendid show. Also a very
fine lot of Harrisii with from 10 to 12
blooms on the stalk, which is quite re-
markable from the fact that these are
produced from small bulbs, 5 to 7 inch.
The blooms too are very large and of firm
texture.

The range of rose houses, with the ex-
ception of Beauties, look well. Brides-
maid is to the front here also. Two
benches of these plants are in fine crop
and are in every way considered most sat-
isfactory by Mr. C.

Looking through the rose houses Mr.
Calvert called our attention to two dif-
feient sections of a bench each containing
about two dozen plants, one of Perles
and the other Mermets, which looked
sickly and stunted, while on either side of
them the same varieties grew strong and
thrifty. "I did some little experiment-
ing," explains Mr. C, "I thought I would
try how much manure a rose will stand,
so last fall I filled in this section of the
tables with about an inch of cow manure
in the bottom; on this was placed the
regular rose soil. Well all I can say is,
that it isn't likely I shall try it again."

.\n interesting piece of machinery in use
here is an electric vapor force pump. The
motive power is furnished by a small elec-
tric battery which developes a vapor
firom gasoline which is led by means of a
pipe from a tank containing about a bar-
rel of the oil to the machine. The pump
can be started up at a minute's notice by
simply giving a few rapid turns to the fly-
wheel which sets the battery in motion.
We are not electrician nor machinist
enough to describe this apparatus in de-
tail, although it is very simple. The cost
of operating the pump is very small, esti-
mated at about 5 cents a day by Mr. C,
and in every way as efficient as steam
power.

We are glad to see Mr. Fred. Ander-
mann back at his post again in much im-
proved health, after an absence of about
5 months spent at the sanitarium at Bat-
tle Creek, Mich. Owing to Mr. A.'s ina-
bility to superintend the affairs of his es-
tablishment personally, the roses this
season have not done as well as we have
been accustomed to see them in former
years, but there is a fine showing for a
good crop this spring, particularly in
Pcrlcs, Oontiers anij La Prance.

Mr. A. also contemplates making a
change in his mode of heating by adopt-
ing the overhe-d flow nvstem.

Fern Spores.

The most satisfactory method of keep-
ing up a supply of small ferns for filling
fern pans and for mantel decorations, is
by means of successive sowings of home
grown spores in such tjuantitics as one's
trade demands. And in order to furnish
the necessary spores for this purpose n
few plants of each of the most suitable
species and varieties should be grown on
into moderate sized B(>ecimcnB, Ginch
pots iK-ini; large enough for most of them.

The plants selected for this use should
Ik given plenty of ventilation and not too
heavy shading in firdcrto secure n strong
and sturdy growth, for when these stock
plants make n soft and flabby growth
tie yield of sfKjres is not nearly so large,
nor do they ri|icn so rapidly. Some spores
will doubtless l>e dropped l)cfore the
fronds arc gathered, and these self-sown
spores may be made to contribute to the

general stock by spreading some loam or
even clay among the plants on the bench,
this being quite a congenial material for
the stray spores to germinate on, and has
frequently given very satisfactory results
with Adiantum cuneatum especially, the
young seedlings being carefully removed
in small clusters from theclay and pricked
out into pans or boxes as soon as they
become large enough to be handled.

It is a somewhat difficult matter to lay
down rules for the gathering of fern
spores, close observation and experience
being needed to insure success, for while
some imperfectly ripened spores will prob-
ably germinate (as will many other un-
ripe seeds), yetit is quite possible thatthe
seedlings will not develop beyond the
embryo form, or prothallus, and thus
valuable space, time and patience may
be wasted while waiting for further
growth of such seedlings. But it is usu-
ally a safe guide to watch for the opening
of the spore cases, and for a slightly dusty
appearance of the fruit dots or collections
of spores of whatever form. It is then
good practice to gather the whole frond,
or as many of them as appear in that con-
dition, and to wrap them up in some
clean paper and then place the package in
a dry and moderately warm place until
the fronds are quite dry and ready for
cleaning up, the time required for this
drying varying with the conditions of
weather and surroundings. By the time
the fronds are quite dry and brittle, most
of the spores will be found to be dis-
charged from their cases into the paper,
and will require no further cleaning, but
as some will still adhere to the fronds it is
an economical method to rub the frond
between the hands in order to remove the
remaining spores, and then to pass the
product through a very fine sieve, one
with No. 40 mesh being well adapted for
the purpose, and will retain nearly all the
rubbish. The spores should then be poured
into small vials such as those used for
homeopathic remedies, and corked up,
when they may be kept in good condition
for a considerable length of time, some
species germinating freely after several
yearE storage. This bottling method is a
neat and satisfactory way to pack the
spores away until they are needed, and is
much superior to the plan of putting them
away in paper packages.

There is naturally considerable varia-
tion in the time of germination of differ-
ent species of fern spores, the strong and
rapid growers, for instance, some of the
pteris, are among the quickest to show
signs of growth in the seed pan, a week
or two sufficing to prove their vitality in
the springtime, while some other species
may take five or six weeks to show as
much progress. It is not yet too late to
sow some of the strong growing kin<ls in
readiness for next winter's trade, Adian-
tum cuneatum, I'tcris cretica in variety,
I'. Bcrrulataand Onychium Japonicum all
having time enough to make salable
stock yet, in fact the prevailing style of
fern pan demands quite small plants in
order to produce the best encct,an(l if llie
pteris arc sown too early tliey may be-
come too tall for the pur[)Ose. The spores
should be sown on the Hurfiue of some
fine soil, the soil being made moderately
firm before sowing, and G-inch p.ins or
|)ots are the most suitable size in wliiili
to sow.

In after treatment it maybe added tli.-il
the seed iiots should never be iillowed to
iKCome dry, but be kept uniformly moist
by watering from thcliottoni.at tlics.ime
time protecting them from sunshine and
keeping a night temiK-rature of 05^, and
ns soon ns the spores have germinated

admitting sufficient ventilation to remove
surplus moisture and prevent damping
ofT. W. H. Taplin.

MYRON A. HUNT.

We deeply regret to have to announce
the death of Myron A. Hunt at his home
in Terre Haute, Ind., the morning of April
23d. Mr. Hunt took his own life during
a fit of temporary insanity brought on
by several months of illness and by great
anxiety for his wife, who has been pro-
nounced hopelessly insane.

As is well known to all in the trade Mr.
Hunt has been treasurer of the Society of
American Florists since its organization
nearlv 10 years ago. He was also at the
time of his death president of the Ameri-
can Rose Society , treasurer of the Florists'
Hail Association, and also of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America. He
was of a genial, kindly nature and not
only made friends readily but retained
them, and his friends and admirers in the
trade were legion. At the last convention
of the S. A. F. he was nominated for the
presidency but declined the honor, as he
preferred to continue to serve the society
in the office with the work of which he
was so familiar.

Mr. Hunt was born at Sunderland,
Mass., in 1838 and was 56 years of age
at the time of his death. In 1S70 he came
to Chicago, entered into partnership with
Mr. George Miller under the firm name of
Miller & Hunt, and devoted himself to
the growing of early vegetables (or the
Chicago market. In 1875 the firm en-
tered the florist's business, devoting their
glass to the growing of plants forthecat-
alogue trade, in which they were the pio-
neers in that section. They did a large
business, growing much stock for the
wholesale trade also, and in addition con-
ducted a pottery for the manufacture of
flower pots in connection with their other
business. They also established a large
greenhouse plant at Terre Haute, Ind.,
for the growing of cut flowers for the Chi-
cago market, finding there better soil and
cheaper fuel than were to be had nearer
the latter city. In 1881 the partnership
was dissolved, Mr. Miller retaining the
Chicago establishment and the wholesale
shipping trade in plants, and Mr. Hunt
taking the Terre Haute plant and the cat-
alogue mail trade. Later on Mr. Hunt
disposed of his catalogue business and
gave all his attention to the growing of
cut flowers, mainly roses, and his stock
was an important factor in the Chicago
market.

He was one of the few who bore the brunt
ofthe work incidental to the organization
of the Society of American Florists, and
wastirelcssin histlTorts toadvnnce the in-
terests of that body inilscarly days when
support and encouragement were so es-
sential to its existence, as well as in the
later years of success and prosperity.

llis book "Ilow to grow cut flowers,"
which was .1 simple relation of his own
practical experience in his chosen field,
met with iininediate success, and a new
.•ind revised edition was Issued not long
since.

He was a mnn of rigid integrity, de-
voted to the principles he exemplified ill
his dally lUc, of great kintlness of heart
and generosltv. lie was a consistent
Christian gentleman in all that the term
implies.

In addition to his widow, whose sad
iilllictlon was largely the cause of the fit
of despondency in which his own life was
cut short, seven children survive him.

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The oldest, a daughter, is married. The
next oldest is a son aged 20, upon whom
will probably devolve the carrying on of
the business.

The funeral was held Thursday, the 26th
inst., and was attended by many friends
in the trade from a distance, and the var-
ious trade organizations with which he
was so prominently connected were rep-
resented by suitable floral emblems ex-
pressive of the grief felt at his death and
sympathy for his family in their great af-
fliction.

Mr. H. B. Beatty, Oil City, Pa., secre-
tary of the Florists' Protective Associa-
tion and of the American Rose Society
telegraphs us as follows:

"I am deeply shocked and grieved at
the death of M. A. Hunt. Floriculture
loses a devoted, talented and enthusiastic
lover; the Society of American Florists a
firm supporter and valued councilor, and
we all a firm and loving friend. Convey
my heartfelt sympathy to bereaved ones."

And we know that Mr. Beatty has
voiced the feelings of every one in the
trade.

Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints,

The general florist is not supposed to
be in the tree and shrub business, but he
will nevertheless get called upon to sup-
ply a good many articles that are not
greenhouse plants, and it pays him to be
able to supply his customers with many
desirable things at a fair paying price,
which he can handle without much out-
side room, and which the tree peddler
would charge treble the price for, regard-

less of whether it ever grew or not. It
will help you very much to get your cus-
tomers supplied at once (providing they
want them) with all herbaceous plants,
flowering shrubs, if you handle them,
clematis, Ampelopsis Veitchii, in fact all
hardy deciduous plants. When you can
get all these little wants attended to you
won't be bothered with them when the
grand rush is on at the end of May; be-
sides that it is the right time to plant
them.

Your customers should be told that
now, or even earlier, is the time to plant
pansies, and not wait until the hot
weather arrives, when coleus thrive out
of doors. It is your duty to let your cus-
tomers know these facts, for, simple as
they are, it is surprising the amount of
ignorance which prevails on such sub-
jects among ordinary intelligent people.

This is a most critical time with most
soft wooded plants and will need the
exercise of much more brains and care to
keep everything in good growing condi-
tion than was required in midwinter,
when you were bound to keep a good fire.
In this latitude it is poor policy to give
up fire heat, unless extraordinary warm
weather occurs, before the middle of May.
The proper way to manage is to get all
the plants that must have fire heat into a
house or houses by themselves, and those
that can with good management do
without artificial heat into other houses.
Geraniums and the show pelargoniums,
if they have been grown with plenty of
air and light, can get along fairly well
without fire heat, providing they have
plenty of air night and day and no shade
on the glass, and so can many others of

the cool greenhouse plants. Coleus, if
deprived of a genial heat before the mid-
dle of May, or before the temperature
stands steadily at 65° every night, will
stand still, and even then a dampness ex-
ists without fire heat which is very detri-
mental to many plants. Try and get
your coleus, acalypha, caladiums, cannas
and all such plants where they can have
a little fire heat for several weeks longer,
but dou't forget plenty of air at the same
time. Fire heat won't make them soft,
if you have plenty of light and ventilation.

You will soon have most of your spring
stock potted into their last shift before
selling. It is no waste of time to do a
good deal of setting over, and with many
plants it is highly necessary. They are
growing fast now, and will be quickly
injured if allowed to remain crowded. It
is a small expense to stand over one
thousand 4-inch geraniums, say one dol-
lar, and this you will get back tenfold in
the superior quality of the plants when
given the proper space.

Don't let your zonal geraniums flower
themselves to death before selling time. If
you can't use the flowers for cheap
bunches of flowers then break them off
and throw away.

There is only one place for that beauti-
ful plant, the lobelia in 3-inch pots, and
that is a shelf or edge of a bench. They
may not last all summer, but they are
indispensable in a vase or veranda box.

The hotbeds will help relieve you very
much in bench room, and a mild hotbed
even if filled as late as May 1, will bring
along many plants far better than a
greenhouse. Here is a list of what I put
into the hotbeds: Alternanthera, sweet
alyssum, satolina, heliotrope, tuberoses,
verbenas, variegated and bronze gera-
niums, coleus late crop rose geraniums,
lemon verbena, petunias, mignonette, and
others if I get crowded.

Have you seen Cytisus Andreanus? It
is a most attractive plant, and I predict
for it a popular time as a pot plant, even
if it be a brief time. In habit it is very
like the common English broom, but its
flowers are as gay asMimulusmaculosus.
It can be bought of any of the gentlemen
who send you azaleas and lilac, and is
bound to sell for a year or two.

William Scott.

Nephrolepis exaltata and Rubbers.

Ed. Am. Florist: I would like to know
from some of the readers of your paper
how the stock of Nephrolepis exaltata is
increased, what kind of soil they are best
adapted to, what temperature they re-
quire and if they want bottom heat.

Also how to propagate the rubber
plant to have nice plants for fall sale, and
what temperature they ought to have
after they are propagated. R. M.

Nephrolepis exaltata is propagated
either from spores or by division, and for
the latter purpose it is a good plan to
plant out a few plants on a bench in
the greenhouse, using ordinary potting
soil, and shading the glass over the
plants. In a short time they will
begin to throw out rhizomes somewhat
like strawberry runners, and these will
soon produce young plants which should
be cut off and potted up, but will need to
be kept rather close and well shaded until
they become established. The tempera-
ture of a rose house will be a satisfactory
one for the nephrolepis.

Cuttings of rubber plants (Ficus elast-
ica) usually root readily at this season,
provided they are put in a propagating
frame in which a steady bottom heat is

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uaintained, single joint cuttings being
the most reliable to use in this method of
propagation. The other method of in-
crease, namely, by topping, gives much
more shapely plants than the single eye
cuttings, and is done by cuttingtheshoot
half through and then binding up the
wound with damp moss, the plants being
keptin a warm house. Grow on the young
plants in a temperatureof about 70°, with
a light shading on the house, and about
.\ug. 1st the plants mav be put outdoors
to harden off. ' W. H. T.

Caladiums.

This genus of highly ornamental plants
is of very easy growth, and very useful
for decorative purposes in summer, espe-
cially so to the amateur whose houses are
stripped of plants at that season, the
majority of greenhouse decorative plants
being used for the purpose of outside
work. At that season the caladiums fill
the houses with a mass of brilliant color,
which cannot be produced by any other
plant. In the warmest weather they can
be used out of doors with good effect, but
it is best to grow them inside.

Caladiums should be grown in a mix-
ture of turfv loam, peat, leaf mould, and
well decomposed manure in about equal
parts, adding some sand. Give the pots
plenty of drainage, as they like an abund-
ant supply of water, also a strong heat.
The size of pots and the number of times
that the plants are shifted should depend
on the size of plants required; if only
small plants are needed don't make the
soil too rich, and keep in small pots, but
if large specimens are the object it is
scarcely possible to be too liberal to them
in the matter of potting and feeding. As
the beauty of the foliage begins to fade,
less water should be given, gradually
decreasing the supply until it is entirely
withheld, then place the pots on Lhcir
sides under the bench in a warm green-
house, and occasionally if they get dust
dry give a watering over the pots and to
the soil that the pots lay on and they
will come out all right in spring. If they
jfet too dry some 01 them, especially the
small rooting varieties, will be attacked
with dry-rot, and when turned out for
potting in spring nothing but the out
side shell ot the bulb remains.

They should \k potted as soon as they
■tart to grow in spring. They should
first be potted in small pots and shifted
as needed. They are increased by division
of the tubers, taking care to have an eye
with each piece; when divided Hip the cut
part of the tuber in plaster or air-slacked
lime to prevent rot, and start in a good
l)Ottora heat. Many of the varieties have
licen introduced from Brazil and others
are greenhouse hybrids.

Caladium argyritcs is the smallest and
most beautiful of the species. It is a
beautiful little gem for any decorative
purposes. The leaves are small, light
green for the ground color, center and
edges of leaf white, the remainder of leaf
irregularly blotched and spotted with
white.

C. Chantinil ii a very robust and hnnd-
•ome variety the greater portion of the
leaf crimson, blotched with white and
margin of leaf dark green. C. Uclleymcii,
a fine species with large sagittate leaves,
ii nearly nil white, the veins of the
leaves forming a bright green network,
aometimcH tinged with pink. C. Meyer-
beer is a garden hybrid somewhat of the
style of Uclleymcii but much su|>crior to
it. The ground color is white, the veins
bright green and mid-rib deep red.

C. Wightii, a handsome and distinct
variety; the leaves are large and broad,
rich deep green, profusely dotted with
spots ot white and bright red, but neither
colors are mixed together. C. Yerschaf-
feltii; a rather dwarf grower with large
heart-shaped leaves; the ground color
bright green spotted bright red. C.
Wallisii has dark green leaves, spotted
pure white and the veins yellowish white.
C. mirabile, a distinct and desirable
variety with large broad leaves, ground
color light green, spotted pure white. C.
Reine Victoria is handsome; the margin
and veins bright green and the ground
white, marbled with rich crimson.

C. Emperor Napoleon, very showy, the
center ot the leaves flame color, the mar-
gin bright green spotted with carmine. C.
Chelsonii, large leaves, center rose dotted
with silvery spots, the rest of the leaves
bright red and vermilion margined with
deep green. A handsome and distinct
variety. C. Baraquinii is very distinct
and strong growing, the leaves very
large, center of leaf deep red margined
with green.

There are a great many garden hybrids
not named here, some of them very dis-
tinct, and many of them similar in many
rescects to the older varieties. Amongst
the new fancy hybrids that have been im-
ported from Rio Janeiro of late years there
are some wonderfully fine varieties, and
it would pay any florist to grow a col-
lection of them if only to make a show in
his houses in the slack season, but I have
found them to be a good plant for the
retail trade in summer. Jas. S. Taplin.

Hackensack, N.J.

Antirrhinum Majus.

Nearly every one is familiar with the
old fashioned snapdragon, Antiirhinum
majus, as a garden flower, but few are
aware of its merits as a cut flower for
winter use. They produce much finer
spikes under glass than they do in the
open ground, as the illustration shows.
The pure white, the different shades of
yellow and the crimsons are the most use-
ful colors; the white varieties being par-
ticularly so as they are very effective in
funeral work, having much the same ef-
fect as fine orchids.

They grow readily from seed and when
in flower the clear colors can be selected
and cuttings taken from them; thuschoicc
varieties may be continued from year to
year and any quantity of any particular
variety or color can be easily grown.

They make a ver3' useful thing to put in
after chrysan them urns, giving great quan-
tities of flowers all through the late winter
months. For this purpose cuttings may
be struck in March or April and ])lantcd
in the open ground during summer, or they
may be struck in July aii<l kept in small
pots until they can be planted in the
chrysanthemum beds. The early struck
cuttings will give an earlier cri)|) of flow-
ers but they are not so easily handled as
the latter.

l"or striking the cuttings a cool over-
hea<l temperature with gentle bottom
heat will be found best and for growing
the plants a tcmpcrnture which will suit
the tarnation is just suited to them.

A. U. l"i;wKi:s.

Cool Growing.

Mr. \V. K. Smith is a strong advocate
of cool growing. Many of ourgrcenhouse
and stove plants (so called I he believes
we seldom sec in their best form, owing
to the cxccaiively high temperature in

which they are commonly cultivated, and
claims that we have still much to learn
on this subject, as ihe name of the coun-
try from which a plant is introduced is
not an exact guide, elevation beingequiv-
alent to latitude.

Among the numerous plants which he
instances as proving in practice his theory
is the well known Ficus Parcelli, every-
where classed as a stove plant, but which
in his coo! culture is less rank and coarse,
and is much prettier than when grown at
a high temperature.

Franciscea latifolia, with its beautiful
blue and white flowers, although classed
as a stove plant thrives much better in a
cool house. Stromanthe (Fhrynium) san-
guineum when grown cool makes an ele-
gant decorative plant and always blooms
best when it gets plenty of air. Inga pul-
cherrima, the "Tassel Flower" of Mexico,
seeds abundantly in full sunlight with a
plentiful circulation of cool air, whereas
under different circumstances, although it
flowers well enough, no seed is produced.

Miconia Peruviana is a plant which Mr.
Smith recommends as valuable for table
decorative purposes if grown in a cool
house.

Glazing.

The writer will have considerable glaz-
ing to do this coming season and desires
to know the best, quickest and cheapest
way to do it. Is there any saving in
butting the glass, and does it give as
good satisfaction as lapping? Is 14-inch
width double strength glass as strong as
12 inch, and preferable to 16-inch?

Subscriber.

In reply to above there is nothing bet-
ter than the regular way of glazing, with
a good quality of putty, well bedded on
the bars and the glass pressed down
solidly into the same. Clean it off on the
top smooth, fasten the glass in position
with either well galvanized triangular
points or zinc shoe brads; the latter are
put in a little quicker than the other. In
using the latter it is better to drive the
bottom ones one-quarter of an inch below
the top edge of the last light of glass put
in before bedding the last glass in, press-
ing the same on the lower bars and when
in position put two or four more, accord-
ing to the size of the glass, one near the
bottom edge and another a little nearer
the middle if the glass is long.

To put the putty on with I have never
seen anything better than an old table
knife with tlic handle slightly bent back
and the bl.ide six or seven inches long, the
edge ground ofl" square instead of sharp.
With this take a large slice of putty from
the hand and cut it on; in other words
])Ul it on with the knife. A very little
practice will make this a (juick opi'ration
and a good (juick, smart boy can bed
putty as last as two men can glaze be-
liind him alter he once gets into the prac-
tice of doing it.

About aipiarter inchlap isgood enough
for all purposes and is really very much
better th.-m butting the glass; the trouble
with the latter is that unless the glass is
cut very true, there are cracks, one being
above the other, which is sure to cause a
good deal <jf leakage.

With reference to size of glass, double
thick glass 10 inches wide and 20 to 'JA
inches long is really the hest glass to use.
The only ol)jeclion th;it hasbcenadv.'inced
HO far that I have heard is tli.il it costs more
to repair when a light gels broken; 14 by
20 to 24- costs a little less than if two
inches wider, this is the only objection
that can be raised a>uinst it. It is strong

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VASE OP ANTIRRHINUM MAJUS. PURE WHITE.

enough in all reason to stand any pres-
sure brought to bear against it and makes
the house that much lighter. One other
important item is be sure that the wood
has a good coating of paint on before
glazing and the beveled rabbet of the bars
well filled with putty; this is a great help
to keep the putty under the glass, whereas
when they are ploughed level the putty
is sure to work out after a few years. We
have houses here glazed under the beveled
rabbet system and the putty is as sound
as when put in, for the very reason that
it cannot get out. Another very impor-
tant item is just as soon as the putty gets
set have a good coat of paint put on the
outside before any bad weather gets an
opportunity of working on the putty. A
great deal depends upon the ability of do-
ing this work quickly and upon the
adaptibility of the operator to catch any
improved method that may suggest itself
as he goes along. Some A 1 glazers that
I have employed here have been able to
lay five hundred square feet of glass in
ten hours without any apparently great
effort, while others, calling themselves
first-class glazers, have not been able to
do much more than half that amount and
not do the work any better either.

John N. May.

Easter Reflections.

Reviewing the full returns from the en-
tire country we note with much satisfac-
tion that notwithstanding the general
depression, Easter trade in a majority of
instances exceeded that of any former
season. This welcome repetition ot the

unvarying experience as recorded for each
and every year since the American Flo-
rist inaugurated these reports seven or
eight years ago, furnishes an impressive
illustration of the wonderful growth of
the Easter trade. Plainly we have not
yet reached the limit of Easter possibili-
ties, and when we have been able to sur-
pass all records this year may we not
reasonably count upon piling it up a little
higher next year?

So much for the extent of the trade; but
there is another point which we cannot
overlook, one which is also in line with
the experience of past years, which is that
Easter prices are still tending downward.
Prices are in some degree affected by the
date of the occasion, and there have been
fluctuations resulting from the varying
popularity of certain flowers, but waiv-
ing these exceptions the fact is that the
drift has been unmistakably downward.

It is pertinent to enquire how long this
tendency will continue and how much
more of it the trade can stand. A large
commission dealer was once heard to re-
mark when discussing the low prices pre-
vailing during an after Easter relapse,
"It's strange, but the growers seem actu
ally better satisfied with two cents for
their roses now than they are with ten
cents at Easter." But now that Easter
can no longer be safely counted upon to
bring to the grower extra profits suffi-
cient to overcome any deficiency resulting
from unprofitable returns at other times,
and the "ten cents at Easter" is no longer
forthcoming, the "two cents now" will
not be regarded with so much compla-
cencv.

Plainly, the grower will hereafter need
to proceed cautiously in determining as
to what he will grow and what quantity
of certain things the market will take
without overstocking, whetherfor general
trade or for Easter; for although the
market is constantly increasing yet the
steady shrinkage in prices indicates that
the production is more than keeping pace
with the increasing market, and as the
margin of profit gets narrower the risk
from miscalculation in deciding as to what
and how much to grow becomes corre-
spondingly greater. Our weekly reports
from the larger cities are good indexes to
the tendencies of the demand, and a
grower who carefully studies these re-
ports and bases his preparations upon
the information gained therefrom will not
be likely to go astray.

New York.

Growers and wholesalers find fault
with the prices obtained for roses, and
with good reason. There is entirely too
much stock in the market for the limited
demand, and the result is that while a
small percentage is sold at tolerable
prices the great bulk of the supply has to
be unloaded at prices that are ridiculously
low, five to ten dollars per thousand for
all varieties as they run being the prevail-
ing figure, and that even obtained with
difficulty.

Carnations fare much better and the
growers of carnations must be doing
fairly well with the returns which their
stock has been and is now bringing.
Looking the subject over carefully, the
only reasonable conclusion must be that
there is too much glass devoted to rose
growing in this vicinity, and the only rea-
son for the better condition of the carna-
tion market must be that the quantity of
these flowers produced is morenearly bal-
anced with the demand which exists.
The great danger to the carnation indus-
try lies in the probability of a stampede
in that direction, of disgusted rose grow-
ers and others, in which case the carna-
tion will get into the same box which the
rose is in at present.

To decide as to the best use of the sur-
plus glass for next year is a difficult mat-
ter. Bulb forcing offers no inducements,
the trouble in that industry resulting not
alone from overproduction, but also from
a change of fancy in the buyers. Violets,
chrysanthemums, hybrid roses, orchids,
smilax, in fact everything which may be
regarded as staple all have given evidence
of being overdone the past season. The
only field available is in novelties and
this line is full of risk.

The quality of stock coming in at pres-
ent is fairly good in roses. American
Beauty has improved greatly within a
short time, but it sells poorly. Violets
are showing the effects of the spring
weather and a few more warm days will
finish them. The liliescoming in now are
mostly longiflorums, Harrisiis being
about at an end. Lily of the valley is
very good, but no demand. Of other
bulbous stock there is little seen, and
lilacs have passed their best. Sweet peas
in fair quantity and finest quality, white
from J. J. Blauvelt, and Blanche Ferry
from several growers are coming in to
Burns & Raynor and are selling well.

The Mrs. Whitney rose is showing up
in fine shape at J. N. May's. The grand
foliage and rich red stems of this variety
secure for it a high place among roses
and its fragrance is unexcelled. Mr. May
will have something new in the carnation
line to show next season. He reports the
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mums and carnations as fully up to the
average this season.

On Saturday last several Broadway es-
tablishments, including certain well
known florists, were cleverly taken in by
a chap who worked an ingenious scheme
for replenishing his cash pocket. Run-
ning into the store in hot haste and all
out of breath he would announce that a
cable car down street had run into and
demolished a fine wagon bearing the
name of the proprietor and that he had
come at the request of the driver to report
the fact and procure assistance. In each
case he received a generous tip for his val-
uable services, but after the strictest
search no broken team could be found,
and the kind young man had likewise
vanished.

August Rolker & Sons state that the
paper flower pots have proved the best
selling article in their store this spring.

The mother of J. W. Scallen, the Broad-
way florist, died on Friday, April 20, of
pneumonia.

The executive committee of the Florists'
Club are wrestling with the chrysanthe-
mum show problem and the selection of a
superintendent for the same.

Mr. Theo.Outerbridge of Bermuda is in
town looking after lily bulb trade and in-
cidentally endeavoring to explain the
Bermuda Easter flower folly.

Sander's auction sale of orchids was a
big success.

Chicago.

Has the past season been a profitable
one to the dealer? That the present hard
times have materially affected the cut
flower trade admits of no doubt, and we
could therefore not expect to record any
increase in the amount of sales, as has
been invariably the case in former years.
The dealer who held his own this year
may consider that he has done remark-
ably well. We subjoin a few remarks on
the trade by some of our leading retail
men in the downtown district. This lo-
cality differs largely from that situated
in residence portions of the city (of which
we shall speak later) in so far, that here
our transient population who patronize
the downtown hotels are quite an im-
portant part, and here also is felt most
keenly the presence of the fakir.

Says M. F. Gallagher: "The business
in the early part of the season up to
C hristmas was most discouragingly slow,
and up to that time ran considerably be-
hind last year. From the time the Fair
closed and up to the first of the year the
transient trade was dead. This was ac-
counted for to a large extent by the fact
that our large hotels were almost de-
serted at that time. Starting in with a
first-class holiday trade business after
that has steadily improved. The amount
of sales arc not quite equal to the last
two years, but considering the times,
quite satisfactory, and ically Ixrttcr than
was anticipated. I notice one feature of
ray business whichismost gratifying, and
that is a decided increase in the amount
of cash sales in proportion to book ac-
counts. \Vc have had but few orders for
large and costly decorations this season;
most buyers arc very conservative in
their orders. The larjjes* sales made arc
in the box trade and (uncral work."

"Have you found any difficulty in secur-
ing the kind of stock called for?" "Yes
mostly in the better class of roses, par-
ticularly Beauties. f)f the latter 1 think
that Chicago could use twice as many as
are offered in the market. Violets too
have run short for months at a time."

But let us drop in on our friend Joe Cur-

ran. "Well Joe, how is business?" "Rot-
ten," is the prompt and characteristic re-
ply. "But how does the season compare
with former years?" "Business has been
very quiet. Transient trade is not as
good as last year, and orders for luncheon
and dinner parties, on which I depend a
good deal, have been few and far between.
The holiday trade, both at Christmas
and Easter, has been very good, and as
the price of flowers was quite reasonable,
the business proved fairly profitable.
There has been little or no complaint
about extortionate prices this year, ow-
ing to the fact that flowers could be ol-
fered at reasonable rates. It is doubtless
owing to this fact that such a large
amount of business was done notwith-
standing the general hard times. The ex-
treme fluctuation of prices at holiday
times is very detrimental to business, and
the sooner this is done away with the
better it will be for all parties. The call
for Beauties and the larger varieties of
roses is constantly increasing and the
supply was often short of demand. The
same is true of violets."

Walter Kreitling tells nearly the same
story. The aggregate amount of business
done was less than last year; transient
trade very quiet, demand for funeral work
fairly good, but the absence of large or-
ders for decorations is most noted.

Phil Hauswirth reports a fair trade for
the season, though not quite as good as
last year. Transient business very light.
But as this establishment is situated
pretty well uptown, not much is depended
on in this line. Orders for decorations
have been quite numerous, but on a rather
smaller scale than former seasons. "How
are orchids selling this season?" "The
demand for orchids," replies Phil, "is in-
creasing every year. I have handled a
good many of them this year. I feel safe
nowadays in takmg orders for them,
since there is little difficulty in getting
them in quantity. Cattleyas of course
take the lead, in fact the demand is lim-
ited almost entirely to cattleyas. with
the exception of Odontoglossum crispum
and a few forms of dendrobium and
phaelenopsis; few others are called for.
Cypripcdium won't sell at all."

O. J. Friedman reports a satisfactory
trade, but as this establishment came
into existence only last fall, no compari-
son can be drawn with former seasons.
Mr. John Thorpe, who is connected with
this house, says: "Wc found it often
quite difficult to meet the demand for
high class roses and fancy carnations, and
often had to send long distances to pro-
cure what we wanted. The average
stock sold in our market doesn't meet the
wants of the customers. Thedcmand for
fancy carnations is particularly notice-
able; there is no difficulty in getting good
prices for a select article."

Chas. Fisk is located on State St., right
in the very midst of the fakir. Says Mr.
F.: "The business this season has l>etn
very poor. I notice a great falling off in
trade from last year. I depend largely on
transient business and this is affected
greatly in m>- locality by the street vend-
ors who fairly ruin my trade."

Mr. Andrew Miller, who manages the
affairs of the Central I'lornI Co., reports
a very fair trade for the season, but nev-
crtliclcHS business has not Ik-cu .-is good
as last season, lie also complains of the
presence of the fakir being detrimental to
his trade to a marked degree.

The market Inst week was in ;i sadly
demoralized condition. The glut of roses
continued throughout the week, and meet-
ing with no improved local demand prices
were carried down to the lowest point

yet reported. Large quantities, in job
lots, were disposed of at $5 to $6 per
1000; $10 to $15 per 1000 bought a very
good grade of stock, with $2 per 100 for
selected; this later figure was sustained
for all good stock sold in small quantities.
Hybrids brought from $10 to $15, and
Jacques $S to $12. Beauties are quite
plenty but no glut, $15 to $18 for good
long stemmed, with a choice lot occa-
sionally at $25.

On Monday this week the market opened
in a much improved condition; the worst
of the glut is apparently over and prices
show a tendency to stiffen; no stock, if in
good condition, is offered for less than $2,
a number of the wholesale men being sold
out clean before noon.

Carnations hold steady at $1 for good
common sorts. Some extraordinary
heavy shipments were made to outside
points, which helped greatly to ease up
the market on this flower. Kennicott
Bros. Co. report a sale of 40,000 flowers
in one shipment. Corbrey & McKellar,
J. B. Deamud & Co., and the Niles Centre
Co., also report shipments of from 10,000
to 15,000 at one clip.

Harrisii is badly overstocked; good
stock is selling at $4. Prices of all other
stock remains about the same as Idst
week.

Arbutus has made its appearance again
and seems as popular as ever; but no
great quantity is on our market yet.

Fire caused a serious loss at the establish-
ment of George Miller, at Hinsdale, about
midnight on Sunday last. Thefirestarted
in the vicinity of the boiler room, which is
situated at one end of a wide shed run-
ning through and dividing the two sec-
tions of houses, which open on either side
of this shed. Although the fire was dis-
covered almost as soon as it started the
highly inflammable material in the shape
of lumber, boxes, etc., aided by the pres-
ence near the boilers of a barrel of gaso-
line, which was accidentally or carelessly
lefc with the faucet open allowing the
dangerous fluid to escape (which prob-
ably caused the conflagration), made it a
difficult matter to fight the fire success-
fully, and in a very short space of time
the entire shed and the section of houses
adjoining on either side, for a distance of
from 20 to 40 feet, were destroyed. The
loss on stock is of course almost total,
and is estimated by Mr. Miller at $8,000,
and the damage to buildings at $2,000.
There is no insurance. Mr. Miller, in his
attempts to check the flames, had his face
scorched and both hands badly burned.

A judgment creditor has filed a bill for
a receiver for the business of M. F. Galla-
gher, the Wabash Ave. florist. The Her-
ald o\K\>x\\2\ prints the following: "A
bill for a receiver to take possession of
the l)usiness of Michael F. Gallagher, the
florist, and the Gallagher Floral Com-
I)any, has been filed in the circuit court by
Thomas Kelly. Kelly is a creditor on a
judgment lor $8'jr>, recovered June 20, '93,
by Clara Catherwood, the judgment be-
ing subse(|uently purchased by Kellv, who
had guaranteed Gallagher's note. The bill
alleges that Mr. Galliighcr has assigned
portions o( his property in Ilydc Park lor
the purpose oldcfr.niding his creditors to
Mary Galljiglicr, his wife, and John Schu-
bert,both ol whom aremadecodefcndants.
The defendant, Gallagher, obtained the
concession for the sale of cut flowers and
plants at the World's Fair, and May 22,
IKO.'i, organized the Gallagher I'loral
Company, with a capital stock of .$20,-
000. Into this corporation, the bill
states, he merged his entire business and
this concession in payment of its capital

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stock. Kelly avers this was done for the
sole purpose of delaying creditors in re-
covering judgments. It is stated that
$10,000 of the stock was subscribed for
nominally by Mrs. Gallagher, but in real-
ity as a secret trust for her husband. For
these reasons the court is asked to ap-
point a receiver, that all creditors may be
satisfied."

Among recent visitors were K. J. Kuyk,
Hillegom, Holland; N. T. Raulino, repre-
senting E. Kruyff, Sassenheim, Holland;
J. B. Van der Schoot, Hillegom, Holland.

The news of the sudden death of Myron
A. Hunt was received with universal sor-
row in this city. As is well known, Mr.
Hunt was for many years a prominent
member of the trade here, and was highly
esteemed by all. The Florists' Club, of
which Mr. Hunt was an honorary mem-
ber, sent a suitable floral arrangement to
the funeral, as an expression of its senti-
ments towards one always held in highest
regard by its members.

Philadelphia.

The April meeting of the Pennsylvania
Horticultural Society held last Tuesday
evening was most interesting to friends
of the society who are interested in seeing
the hall rebuilt. If the present plans are
carried out and everything seems to be
propitious, the new building will soon be
under way. A number of wealthy gentle-
men stand ready as soon as the trustees
acceept their proposition to advance
$100,000, and this with some $30,000
the trustees have in hand and some $40,-
000 or $50,000 to be raised from among
the members of the society in $50 bonds,
will place this time honored society among
the best endowed institutions of its kind
in the world. The borrowed money is to
be no lien on the property, only the earn-
ings after expenses are paid being called
on to pay 3 per cent, interest and 2 per
cent, a year into a sinking fund to gradu-
ally retire the bonds. The trustees have
been offered close upon $300,000 for the
ground and some of them think it best to
sell and invest this money, but the
attorney for the society, Mr. Price, a very
high legal authority, says no, the deed of
trust directs that when the Society vacates
the property it shall revert to the heirs,
and although Messrs. Schaffer, who
would inherit, have given them permission
to sell, it might place the property in
jeapordy and his advice was to hold on
and not sell if they could avoid it. Acting
on his opinion and the feeling of a
majority of the members that a fine build-
ing and little revenue would be more ad-
vantageous than simply a revenue from
a fund invested and practically no hall or
place that the society could call its own
the members directed, by resolution
passed unanimously, that it was their
desire that the trustees accept the offer of
$100,000 and also directed them to co-
operate with this committeeof gentlemen
and adopt plans looking to the erection
of the building as soon as possible.

It is estimated that the property when
finished will be worth $500,000. The
main auditorium is to be as complete as
modern ingenuity can make it, while above
this is to be a grand dancing hall, with
retiring rooms, also a first-class kitchen.
The lighting is to be done by electricity
from a plant on tbe premises. As the
meeting progressed one could almost see
the hall rising Phoenix-like from its ashes.
Robert Craig said at a small adjourned
meeting later, when some one wondered
how it was that the gentlemen with the
hundred thousand would agree to lend

this large amount without security, that
they were all right, they could see that
sucb a building as they proposed to erect
would easily pay 3 per cent, on $200,000.
The societv furnishes the site, worth
$300,000 for the use of the building when
they needed it and while for a few years
there might not be much revenue for the
society the f would come out all right in
the end. "We have voted to-night," said
he, "for poverty and glory, but as the
society is self sustaining now, without
any revenue from the hall, with this fine
building and its prospective earnings the
future looks very bright."

On the president's desk was a vase of
Helen Keller, fine blooms, and a plant in
flower of Cypripedium Itevigatum, a very
unique and curious looking variety, both
exhibited by Edwin Lonsdale.

All the boxes, baskets and wagon ex-
tensions of the growers are now called
into use daily to transport the stock now
coming in. Everything is plenty save
Brunners, which are off crop and nearly
done for a little while. Beauties, particu-
larly short stemmed ones, are very plenti-
ful and are now the cream of the fakirs
stock; very good flowers are offered on
almost any street corner at four for a
quarter, and sometimes it is six. Very
good roses have been sold for from 25 to
50 cents per 100. Anything is taken
rather than carry the stock home.

The wholesale prices to the stores for
choice large teas is from $4 to $6 per 100,
smaller class $2 to $3. Best Beauties $2
to $3 per dozen; best hybrids $3 to $4
per dozen; carnations $1.50 for good
stock, $2 to $3 for the fancies; sweet peas
$1.50 to $2.50 per 100.

The Wanamaker store is going into
rose bushes. Their advertisement says:
"Roses at 15 to 20 cents each, that are
usually sold by florists for $1 to $1.50."
The kind they offer is the dormant im-
ported stock. They don't seem to have
made much of a success of their cut flower
department, as little is heard of it from
customers.

Planting out season is now here and
bedding plants are to be seen in large
quantities among the growers who make
a specialty of this kind of stock. K.

Boston.

The retailers are unanimous in pro-
nouncing the present to be a very unsatis-
factory month, and by no means up to
the average for April. The prevailing
prices of flowers have not been a true
index to the state of trade, for a long
spell of weather both cold and dark cur-
tailed production and prices held up bet-
ter than the demand would warrant.
During the past week warm spring
weather has prevailed and the effect has
been felt already by the roses and violets.
Prices on the former have become demor-
alized and the latter have suddenly grown
small and poor, a sure indication that
the end of the violet for this season is
close at hand.

The conditions which produce this re-
sult on the Marie Louise have a contrary
effect on the English or Cape violet, which
is just beginning now to come in in quan-
tity, and the Marie Louise looks pretty
tired alorg side of the splendid deep pur-
ple of these flowers. But their season is a
short one and a few weeks will finish
them up, also. Trailing arbutus is to be
seen everywhere and its abundance and
popularity have not a little to do with
the stagnation noticed in otherlines. The
carnation alone seems to hold its ground
and up to date shows no sign of weaken-
ing, good Daybreaks, Buttercups, etc..

going briskly all the way from three to
five dollars per hundred, according to
quality, while ordinary sorts seldom run
under two dollars per hundred. Margue-
rites and primroses seem to enj oy especial
favor this spring for street wear.

Patriots' Day, April 19, was observed
with great enthusiasm throughout the
state. In no instance probably was the
occasion more uproariously celebrated
than at "The Breakers," Ed. Hatch's
cottage by the sea at Scituate. There
have been some good times in the past at
this famous retreat but this one threw all
the rest into the shade. The company
was tbe same galaxy which has often on
similar occasion done justice to Mr.
Hatch's hospitality. It was too early
for corn and cucumbers, but clams and
lobsters are always ripe and appetites
always in bloom at Scituate. It was a
great combination; Hatch, surf, Norton,
clams, Hoitt, eloquence, Welch, patriot-
ism, Ewell, harmonica. Cox, High-low-
Jack, Annie Laurie and various otherper-
sonages and ingredients too numerous to
mention, including C. H. Joosten from
New York, who from all appearances en-
joyed to the utmost his initiation into
the mysteries and the glories of Old
Colony life.

The spring plant auctions are fully
under way; McCarthy and Hatch have
both had sales of roses, clematises and
other dormant stock, and satisfactory
prices were obtained all round.

C.J, Dawson, of the Bussey Institution,
has exhibited cut blooms and plants of
Cypripedium spectabile on several occa-
sions lately and they have been much ad-
mired. This most beautiful of native
orchids is very abundant in some sections
and can be bought in quantity at low
ppces. It is forced with but little trouble
and would pay well if grown for the
market.

Sweet peas are selling well here, George
Cartwright has a bench of Blanche Ferry
160 feet long and eight feet high from
which he is cutting a large quantity but
they all go.

Unless there should be extensive back-
ing-out between now and next August
Boston will send the biggest delegation
on record to the Atlantic City meeting of
the S. A. F.

Washington.

Trade has been fair in the cut flower
line during the last week, while the plant
trade has been unusually good fjr so early
in the season. The market florists report
trade excellent since Easter, and prices
have kept up above that of former years.
Trade in plants bids fair to exceed former
years and the boys must have had an
inkling to that effect, as the majority
have made ample preparations to meet
the demands.

Roses are exceptionally good and in
profusion. Clark Bros, are cutting the
finest La France that have come to our
market in years. The rose houses of Gude
Bros, at Anacostia, D. C, are a pleasure
to behold. Their stockisfine and healthy,
and a mass of buds; these houses which
have only been erected about nine months
have yielded a wonderful quantity of fine
bloom during the entire winter. They
are cutting thousands of most perfect
buds daily. Their La France, Perles, Me-
teors, Brides, and Beauties are worth a
drive to see.

Strauss & Co. are producing some of
the finest Kaiserins ever put upon this
market. They seem to have struck the
key-note in the cultivation of this excellent
rose, as thev did with the Wootton, for I

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have never seen either do as well in any
other establishment. Its keeping quali-
ties are ahead of most any others. Their
houses are like a field of bloom. They are
also cutting excellent sweet peas, in great
Quantity. They made a happy strike
with this popular flower this season by
having them unusually early.

Carnations are scarce and poor. Other
flowers are plentiful.

At the funeral of Hon. J. Z. Vance, the
late senior senator from X.C., which took
place in the senate chamber last Monday
there was entire new departure in the
decorations of the chamber. The old em-
ployees, some of whom have beei in the
employ of the Senate for thirty y ars or
more, say they never saw thechac ber so
profusely decorated with plants. In the
alcove at the back of the Vice-Pi sident
was a fine specimen of Areca lutesi ;ns. In
either corner of the chamber to tl e right
and left of the Vice-President was a large
group of palms reaching from the:ioor to
the galleries. Palms, rubbers and pan-
danus were arranged all around thecham-
ber in niches formed by the columns to
support the galleries. This was the work
of Strauss & Co. To the right of the
Vice-President stood a fine specimen of
Arauearia Mullen, while to his left was a
fine Arauearia Cookii. Each of these
plants were about 12 feet high; they
added both grace and richness to the en-
tire decorations. The araucarias were
from the Botanic Garden. I am inclined to
think that this new departure will be used
as a precedent and that for all funerals
from the Senate hereafter the chamber
will be similarly decorated.

At the head, foot, and either side of the
casket were arranged eight specimen arau-
carias, as they were the nearest things to
be had to represent the deceased's native
state. This was done at tlie request of
the family. There was a scarcity of set
pieces. On the casket, which was placed
in the space immediately in front of the
Vice-President's seat, was a very large
and handsome wreath of Bride roses, tied
with wide purple ribbon; resting carelessly
on this was a bunch of Beauties loosely
tied, and a basket of mixed flowers from
the Vice-President. A pair of sago palm
leaves forming a cross, another pair of
sago leaves forming a St. Andrew's cross,
had resting upon them a handsome bunch
composed of cattleyae, vandas and as-
paragus, which looked very rich upon the
fine cloth covering of the casket; this was
from the Joint Committee on Library. A
bunch of Ilarrisii tied with ribbon, and a
bunch of callas, constituted the floral of-
ferings with the exception of a broken
column about S feet high composed of
galax leaves. This rested on a base about
3 feet square which was filled with adi-
antum atuddcd with fine Kaiserin and
Mermct roses, lincircling this column
about ?•) the way up was a handsome
wreath of Kaiserins and La I'rance buds
tied with a bow of broad pink ribbon.
This wa« ordered by the Senate and was
placed at the left of the Vicc-PrcBldcnt on
the dc»k of the Secretary. It was a most
excellent and artistic piece of work, ar-
ranged by .\Ir. \Vm. Crawfrjrd, of C.
StrauM & Co. Ki'.vnolijs.

St. Louis.

This is particularly true of the cemeteries,
where considerable work is being done.

It is with extreme sadness that we learn
of the death of our esteemed fellow crafts-
man, Mr. Myron A. Hunt, and expres-
sions of condolence and sympathy are
heard on all sides upon the announcement
being made. R. F. T.

The early part of the past week has
been marked by the worst glut of the
■eaaon, good stock even l>cing hard to
dispose of. It only lasted for n lew days
however, and the market at the end of
the week was much easier.

Spring ap|)cars to have come to stay
and planting out has commenced again.

Buffalo.

The event of the week just passed which
has overshadowed all others, was the
opening of Joseph H. Rebstock's new store
on Main street. No money or pains has
been spared to make this store a most
complete and elegant affair in all respects.
Some of the leading features which your
correspondent noticed on his visit during
the first day of the "opening" were as
follows (But if the proprietor thinks I
have got some of it wrong, it is his own
fault, for what with bewitching music,
lovely ladies and other "sparkling" at-
tractions, it was hard to keep one's reason,
much less memory): Down the center of
the store was a row of medium sized
palms, which led the visitors down one
side to the conservatory in rear of the
store. The conservatory was very gay
with everything of the season. Round
the entire wall was a row of well grown
longiflorum lilies, but raised up 7 or 8
feet. The benches were filled with flow-
ering plants, hyacinths, boxes of tulips,
hydrangeas, heaths, cytisus, roses in pots,
etc. In the center was a group of tall
specimen palms bordered by smaller but
choice plants. The center plants were
cycas, dracjEnas, pandanus, latanias,
standard bays, Arauearia excclsa and
others several of them 10 feet high. Fol-
lowing the procession and returning
through the store you passed the office,
from which issued the aforesaid music. In
every nook and corner were magnificent
vases of flowers of every sort in season.
Of course roses were most prominent. A
good deal of laurel and asparagus was
used to festoon here and there but it was
not over done in that respect. There are
mirrors on all sides, bottom, top and
sides. The front window, which is a
grand size, was for the occasion simply
but most effectively arranged. It jvas
occupied by 200 good plants of Adian-
tum cunatum, in the center of which was
a bowl of American Beauties four or five
feet across. Thousands visited the store
during the two days ;ind everyone re-
ceived a flower according to his or her
desire. On asking Joe how he was pleased
he said he never did such a business and
never saw so little cash; as he insisted on
selling nothing for two days he could not
expect a different result. At a certain
hour there happened to meet a dozen or
BO of the craft and after a good survey of
the fine store they felt so low spirited
that they rushed in a body todrown their
misery in a game of bowls and its con-
comitants.

We don't have fakirs yet on the street
and I hope never will, but we have sjjfing
flowers with us and they are selling thiiii
on the market at such a price that it will
knock the bottom out of that sort of
business in the stores. Flowers of all
kinds arc very plentiful.

Itusinrss must be called rather (|uiet for
this season. .Not as many large society
events as there should be. There is talk
now of getting the florist bowling team
together. St. Louis was the first conven-
tion at which Buffalo was not represented
by a bowling team. It surely can riiise
one for Atlantic Cit}-. There is great
young blood here now, and they pile up
wonderful scores, but you know how un-

reliable these colts are when they get be-
fore a crowd. We should most likelv
depend on the old veterans whose stiff
joints readily yield to lubrication and the
exhilerating company of other vets.

W. S.

Toronto.

Roses are cheaper now than ever before
in this city and the fine weather has
brought them out in great quantities.
They sell well at the prices obtained but
it is pretty safe to say that the consumer
is getting the uest of the bargain just
now.

The Gardeners and Florists' Association
held its regular monthly meeting on Tues-
day last, which was exceptionally well
attended for this timeof year when every-
one is busy preparing for the spring rush.
The meeting was considerably enlivened
by discussions and explanations concern-
ing judges and judging at former and fut-
ure shows, Mr. F. G. Foster of Hamilton
having come up on purpose to take part.

A paper entitled "Pruning Ornamental
Shrubs" was read by Mr. Geo. Vair,
which elicited many commendatory re-
marks and much discussion. Phecitizens
of Toronto sadly need education on this
subject, and Mr. Vair said that his paper
might as well have been called "How to
leave ornamental shrubs alone." Mr.
Vair's essay was gotten up at very short
notice and a great deal of it was not
written, so that I regret that the copy
which was handed to the secretary is
hardlj' in a fit state for publication, but I
hope to get Mr. Vair to revise it shortly.
I however enclose a few remarks on the
subject [See another page. — Ed.] written
by a member who was unable to be pres-
ent, which probably may be applicable to
other cities as well as this. Both Mr.
Vair and Mr. Foster said that the orna-
mental shrubs in Washington, especially
at the Smithsonian Institute, were treated
better than they had seen anywhere else.

E.

Ottawa, Canada.

Trade for the last two weeks has been
exceptionally good for this season of the
year, and the supply of roses and other
flowers, carnations and violets excepted,
has been equal to the demand. There has
been a great demand for violets here this
season. Sessional "dinners and daunces
ye know" have been numerous, and the
beautiful spring weather has helped the
buttonhole and corsage trade consider-
able. We escaped the blizzard that To-
ronto and other towns have been favored
with; although we are far north we are

] seldom treated to hurricanes or extreme
drouth. Last season we had abundance
of r.'iin while most places were sufl'cring.

i As we have more electricity, both light
and power, than most places of the size
that may have something to do with the
rain.

ll.'irry Parks has jjuichascd some lots
in the center of town and has started
to build, lie gives up his present houses
in the f.ill.

C. Scrim has been having quite n hunt
for a (lead rat l;itely. Shelves, drawers
and boxes were turned out, and the re-
frigerator, where the smell was intense,
was examined, ice chamber and all; but
the rut could not be found till a lady
popped her nose into a box of allium. He
has cancelled his order for allium bulbs.
( )nce is enough.

The crop of bulb drummers has been
liirger th.in usual this season; they all
have the best of course. Zuuu.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

G13

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SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

Advertisements under thla head will be inserted at
the rate of lU cents a line (seven words) each inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

IITUATION WANTED— In or around greenhouses.
' by young man, 26; S years' experience; references.
Thos. Rodham. Scranton. Pa.

SITUATION WANTED— By young man of 2 years,
experience as florist; references. Address
Nels Peterson. 71t 8. Jefferson St.. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED— By gardener, single; expe-
rienced in commercial or private place; sober,
willing; good references. J. N.. Red Bank. N. J.

SITUATION WANTED-By experienced rose, car-
nation and chrysanthemum grower; single; best
of reference. Flouist. Fort Shllacoom. Wash.

SITUATION WANTED-By gardener and florist:
cut flowers, graperies, vegetables and mustirooms:
commercial or private; age iW, married.

E. care American Florist. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-By first-class florist with
life experience; age 32; able to taiie full charge
of commercial or private place. Address

N M, care American Florist. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-As foreman forcommercial
place; well up In roses and general plants; 18
years' experience; can handle men; good references.
Address W S. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-As foreman, manager or
O head gardener In private place; 21t years experi-
ence; married; good references. Address

Lake Geneva Floral Co, Lalte Geneva. Wis.

SITUATION WANTED— By a young man; is Ger-
man, single; would like a job In ereenhouses in
city; good references of two florists, the last in city.
Address F O. itare American Florist. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-By gardener, commercial
or private; 12 years' experience, steady, sober:
willing to do anytlilnt: wished done; age 25: Protest-
ant, English, FisnEH. bux 17y. Kenosha. Wis.

SITUATION WANTED-By first-class designer, also
k5 willing to make himself useful in greenhouse if
necessary; single man of ;J0; first-class references.
Will work for moderate salary If steady place. Ad-
dress C W, care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTEI>-By a first-class florist, sin-
gle German, with Vo years' experience, good proji-
agator and cut flower grower; also good design
worker, as foreman on commercial or private place.
Can give good references. Address

K. C, 1206 Vine St.. Cincinnati. O.

SITUATION WANTKD-As manager or foreman;
thoroughly versed In growing cut flowers and
plants; has lived In some of the leading places In
England and this country: uver2J years' experience;
good references. When applying give particulars.
Florist, 129 N. Clark St , Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-By a practical Scandina-
vian. 18 years' experience, married, as a working
foreman or gardener in commercial or private place:
thoroughly understands all branches of the trade:
highest references; state wages; west preferred. Ad-
dress Practical, care American Florht.

SITUATION WANTED-By nurseryman's son. En-
glish, with life experk'ncc: formerly with B. S.
Williams. Ijondon; married, one child; roses and car-
nations my specialty. Have had flve years' experi-
ence at steam and hot water engineering. Would un-
dertake any size place or go shares and build up a
plapt. Address Specialist, care Am. Florist.

WANTED— Hardy ground myrtle, about 10 barrels;
Btat« price per barrel.

Grs KNocn. Woodmere. Mich.

WANTED— Wm. R. Conover's address, lately at
Mendenhalls. Minneapolis; supposea to be In
Chicago. FiTzsiiMMONs. Lansing. Mich.

WANTED— An outside gardener, one who under-
stands both outside and Inside work; middle
age, sober and Industrious.

Mrs. A. ScrpF. Menominee, Mich.

WANTED— To purchase florist establishment adapt
ed to cut flower growing for the market; a loca-
tion in eastern New England preferred. Address
A, care Eastern Ottice American Florist,
ii7 Hrcmfleld St.. Boston.

WANTED— Florist, experienced In growing cut flow-
ers (roses In particular) and forcing of bulbous
stock; state wages expected, with references, whether
married or single. Address W.m. Halbkooks.

i»24 E. Oregon St., Evansvllle. Ind.

WANTED— A competent florist to take entire charge
of a small coniuu'rela' place 20 miles from St.
Paul: must be a gooil di'MJgtior and a Koiid all around
man. Good wages and a permnnent place to the right
man. Frank Berrv. Stillwater. Minnesota.

WANTED- In a well established florists' business
an active partner wUh capital of Si.OOO-fo.UUU.
An Immense extent of country with rapldlv Increas-
h3g population and very UtlU- competition. No such
chance on the continent. Address

A. BoWERMAN, box '.lot'., Winnipeg. Manitoba.

WANTED— A PARTNER-To join me growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of Amerlt-an and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and gmwlng. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capltiil needed. Guaranteed a flrst-clasa open-
ing for the right man.

WiLPREi> A. Brotherton. Rochester. Mich.

REMOVAL NOTICE.

This is to inform our friends and patrons that on and
after May ist, '94, we will be located at

61 & 63 WABASH AVENUE, 2n(l Floor, CHICAGO,

where we will be pleased to see you. We are now as were

before prepared to fill all orders with good stock and prompt

shipment. Come and visit our new quarters when you are in

the city.

We remain yours,

NILES CENTER FLORftL GO.

F

OR SALE CUBAP-Large second-hand Horlst's Ice
Box, value about $75. VAUGHAX's Seed Stohe,
S8 State Street, Chicago.

F

IQR SALE OR TO LET— A valuable florist business.
For particulars address

Jacob Mexdel. Lock Box 59, Nyack. N. Y.

FOR SALE— Established and paying florist business;
only one in one of the best counties In Indiana.
Address Central, care American Florist.

F

lOR SALE— One Kroeschell hot water boiler 4x12; 4

years In use. Also about 4000 feet 4-Inch pipe.
Art Floral Co., 3911 Cottage Grove Ave.. Cmcago.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
glass florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.
Cost ^250. Vaughan's Seed Store.

Ut! & 148 West Washington St., Chicago.

FOR SALE OR TO LET-A suitable place for a flo-
rist or market gardener, consisting of 'A% acres
good land, cottage of eight rooms with dry cellar, also
barn. Greenhouse 80x14. heated by Weathered hot
water apparatus all In good order. Finest market In
the world for disposing of all produce. lx>th In summer
and winter. The property is situated quiteclose to the
city of Newport, R. \. For terms, prices, etc.. address
A. Puescott Baker. Bellevue Ave.. Newport, R. L

At a bargain, the best retail tloriet place \ I store and
greenliouses) in the city and doing a good business:
poor liealth reason for selling. For further particulars
address H. F. Halle. 648 W. Madison St.. Chicago.

ROSE GROWER WANTED

WANTED— A thoroughly competent man to
take a position as foreman in a first-lass establish-
ment within a few hundred miles of Chicago.
Must be a man who can grow roses and carnations
of the very best quality. Must be temperate,
thoroughly experienced and reliable. The best
of references required from reliable growers. This
will be a good and permanent position to a good
man. Anv such who would make a change within
the next few months will do well to correspond
with us. Address

"LA FBANCE," care Am. Florist.

Splendid Business Opportunity

The widow of the late Robert J. Pur\MS, being
unable to continue the business, will sell at a low
price the stock of 35,000 plants, tools, etc., used in
the business of her late husband. Everything in
first-class condition. The six greenhouses can be
leased for a term of years at a low rate. A splen-
did opportunity for an energetic young man with
some capital. Address

MRS. R. J. PURVIS.
EDGEWATER, CHICAGO, ILL.

A RARE CHANGE FOR INVESTMENT

Columbia Farm, containing over 20 acres arable
and grazing land, climate one of the finest iu the
world. Frost and malaria unknown. Lilies, nar-
cissus and amarylHs grown m open ground
througho'it the winter. Enough Harri&ii and
other Bulbs will be furnished to stock the farm, so
that new proprietor can enter at once into busi-
ness, which should be started not later than Au-
gust next. Our Harrisii Bulbs have a world wide
reputation, and a good practical manager can se-
cure handsome profits. Sold because other busi-
ness claims my attention. Communicate with
R. H. JAMES. Proprietor. St. Georges. Bermuda.

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Mention American f lurlst.

E.G. HILL & CO.,

Wlioi6sai6Fiorisi)S

RICHMOND, INDIANA.

Begonias and Palms

BEGONIA Metallica. fine plants, 4-inch, $10.00

3-inch, 6.00

De Lesseps, " 4-inch, 10 00

PALMS, well-gTown Kentia Fosteriana, 5-inch

pots, 30 to 36 inches high, 515.00 per dozen.

BROWN & CANFIELD,

SrlJIXiFIEI-D, ILL.

WATER LILIES.

^^^SEED, TUBERS AND ROOTS.

Now is the time to sow seed of Water
Lilies and Nelumbiums, and plant Hardy vari-
eties. Seed 50c. trade pkt. Dormant tubers
and roots by mail.

WM. THICKER, Clifton, N. J.

Latania Borbonica.

From 6-inch pots, 24 inches high, with

5 to 7 characteristic leaves.

$1.00 each: $9.00 per dozen: $75.00 per hundred.
Price of smaller sizes on application.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

157 W. Uanmae St , ADRIAN, MICH.

At Half Price till May 1st.

To c'ose out surplus 1 offer 3000 Smilax Plants*
strong. 1 year, at $10.01) per 10lX». Cash must accom-
pany order.

JOS. E. BONSALL, S»Iem, Ohio.

914

The American Florist.

April 26^

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, 10 Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column. S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gnaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 i>er cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertising Department of the American
Florist is for FlorlBta. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines OXLT. Please to
remember It.

Orders (or less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion In the Issue fi : the following Thursday.

Address THE AMER :AN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

The Hampden Bounty (Mass.) Horti-
cultural Society iisues an attractive an-
nual, of which we recently received a copy.
It contains premium lists of their shows,
to be held during the current year, and
other matters of interest.

A DOZEN WooTTON roses from C. R.
Gallup, Denver, Colo., were recently sent
us as a sample of what can be done with
this rose in Colorado. They were very
large and deeply colored flowers, and the
wood was as stout as that of the Beauty;
they reflected great credit on the grower.

Replving to "A Reader," the proper
place for the thermometer in a greenhouse
18 on a level with the eyes when standing.
It is true that the temperature may vary
in different positions in the same house
but the temperatures mentioned in cult-
ural notes by correspondents in the
Florist are taken from thermometers
that are hung at a height of from five to
six feet from the ground. .\ny other posi-
tion would be so unusual that probably
none thought it necessary to specify the
height at which they hung their ther-
mometers.

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers.

M&'Jc frrjm hi^VT, Manlltii lined. Strnvrl^cir^l Slilp-
IH.-'l Hilt. [>!U:kc<l Vi) In ti <Tiilo,

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson fc Clinton Bts., CHICAQO.

'\V t I'lroNK. .M.MN I71^

IeWE a. SUTHERLAND,

hi!c;c;khs«>k to

PECK & SUTHERLAND.

Succi-liori to WM J STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

^sWHOLESALE.^s-
67 Bromfie/d St., BOSTON, MASS.

Hn Enqland AqrnI lor th>^ GREAT ANTIPEST.

H. L SUNDERBRUCH,

Wholesale Florist

4tm and Walnut Strcctb.

REMOVAL NQTIGE

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.

Wholesale Cut Flowers,

■^S I^etl^e Street,

WILL REMOVE MAY 1st

TO

34 and 36 Randolph Street,

HEADQUARTERS FOR
AMERICAN BEAUTIES

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508. 64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders witH First-Class Flowers.
(Hve us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

NOTHINQ CAN
EQUAL

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS.

CUX STRINGS e TO tS FEET LONG, so CTS.

Shipped in largre or small quantities to any part of the country. Orders by lualU tele-
graph or telephone. ^^ ^^^^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

J^Xtjust Ibo Sold. • • •

5,000,000 HARDY CUT FERNS.

SFHAGNTTia MOSS in quantity, 50 cents per bbl.
H. JR. HCiVIC'ri^OI^JD, 18 Chapman Place, :bOSTOIV.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

I4-02 PINE STREET,

.Menttun Aniorlwin KlurlMt

(SilrrcHHor to KI.LIHON & Kl KIIN),

4tt^^ WHOLESALE B^:i|f

1122 FIITE STUEBIT,

Olt:. l^ouils, Ado.

A oomplet« line of Wire Il»»lgnM.

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

495 Washington SI.. BUFFALO. H. Y.
SIMI'I'Isr, IllllllCltX CAiiKrri.i.r atticndkii to.
OTIIKK Ni"K<,'l,\I.TIK.S:

Fliirl.lit' Nii|i|>IU'ii, U'lr<< IlralKii., Iliilliii,
l.fMiK'N ytttrintH riiol(iKrit|)liHiiii't> Inri^i' ml.
CalAlOtfuvfl. LIsU. Turms, i'tr . on iiti|tlu>iitloii.

Wholesale.
Florists

^ N.E. CORNER

13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. tSlh STREET,

X*lill«*cJoli>lilu. X*A.

Mention the American l-l(irist when
writing to advertisers on lliis page.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

915

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
OHIOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUFFLIZiS.
Telephone Main 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

35 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
98^5.00 and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

WHOIiESaLEpLORIST

79 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI^BS AITD AI.I.

FI.OBISTS' SUPPLIES.

Western Asent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Florist

126 Doarborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tlssae Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

45 LAKE STREET,

PHONE MAIN 223. CHICAGO.

Special attention given to shipping orders.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties,

5f WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CHEOJ^GC*.

MONB. OLSEX.

Horace r. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. M:iln 47si;. Consiguments .Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, IMASS.

HORTICOLTORAL AUCTIONEERS,

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES,
FLORISTS'
VASES.

FLORAL DESIGES

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

@\f/Ko?^S>ai^ MaffteCi).

Cut Flowers.

NEW TOBK. April 21.

Roses, Perle. CuBln. Wattevllle 1.00® 4.0O

Meteor. Mermet, Bride 1. DO® 1.00

Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.0O

Testout 2.00® 5,00

Beauty 2.CO®2U.00

Hybrids 2.00®2g.a>

Jacqs 5.00@2O.0O

Carnations 1 00® S.OO

HarrlBll 2.00® 4. UO

Violets 50® .75

Valley 1.00® 2.00

Daffodils, Tulips 2.U0® 3.00

Sweet peas l.W

MlKnonette 2.00® 4.00

MarRuerlles 50® .75

Hyacinths l.OO

Smllax 10.00®15.00

Asparagus 35.00®50.00

Adiantum 1.00

Lilacs, per bunch 50®1.00

BOSTON, April 21.

Roses, Nlphetos, Gontler .. . 2.U0® 4.00

Perle, Sunset 3.0U® 4.00

Bride, Mermet 4.0u® 6.0O

Jacqs. e.00®16.00

Brunner 1U.OO@40.00

Carnations 2.00® 4.00

Violets 60® .75

Harrisll 6 10® 8.00

Lily ot the valley, daffodils 3.0U@ 4 00

Astllbe 1.0(1® 2.0O

Mlsnonette i-Om 4.00

Sweetpeas 2.00

Adiantum lOO

Smllax 10.00@12.00

Aspara^s 50.00

Primroses, per bunch 12c

PHILADELPHIA, April 31.

Roses, Perle, Gontler, Nlphetos. . 2.00® 3.00

Cusln, Wattevllle. Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 4.00® 6.0O

Kalsertn, Bridesmaid, Testout 5.00® 3.00

Belle. Beauty 10.00®25.00

Lalngs 12.50®25.00

Brunner 25.00®40.00

Jacqs 10.00®15.00

Carnations, H. Keller 6,00

Ophelia, Sweetbrler 3.00

Edna Craig 3.00

" good ordinary 1.25® 1.50

Violets 75® 1.00

Mignonette 1.00® 1.50

Asparagus 50.00®75.00

UarrisU lilies 4.00® li. 00

Sweetpeas 1.50® 2.50

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00®40.00

Smllai 15.00®20.00

CHICAGO, April 24.

Roses, Beauty 18.00@'26.00

Hybrids 8.00@W.OO

•■ Jacqs 6.00® S.OO

Meteor 2.50® 3.U0

Mermet. Bride, La France 16.00<g20.00
per lOOO „

Carnations 1.00® 1.25

fancy 2.00® 3.TO

Harrisll 4.00

Romans 1.00® 1.50

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Violets 75® 1.00

Mignonette 1.50® 2.00

Sweet peas 1.26® 1.50

BtlFFALO, April 23.

Roses, Beauties 10.00®'25.00

Jacqs, Brunners SOU® 12. 50

Mermet, Bride, 5.00® (i.OO

Meteor 4.00® S.OO

Gontler, Perle Hoste 4.0O® 6.00

Cusln 4.W)® 6.00

Callas, Harrisll S.00@10.00

Carnations 1.50

DaybreaHand Wm. Scott 1.50® 2.00

short 75® 1.00

Valley 3. CO

violets 60.® .75

Tulips. Daffodils 2.00® 3.00

Romans 2.00

Sweet peas 1 C0®l.60

MlKnonette 1 00® 2.00

Smllax 15.00® '20.00

Adiantum 1 .50

Asparagus 50.00

THE DIRECTORY

IS NOW RtflDY,

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164.

CHICAGO.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper ^^lease say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES;

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pri- ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

After Easter Weddings,

PURE WHITE LILAC

Seasonable, Choice, Appropriate.

ALSO ALL OTHER DESIRABLE
STOCK.

CAN SUPPLY IN ANY QUANTITY
DESIRED.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr., ffiir^

20 W. 24th Street, NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SfiERIDflN.

• WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut > Flowers.

61 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street.

NEW YORK CITY.

Established 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST SSth street.

:iVB;"W TiTOieic:.

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange, 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street. NEW YORK,

WHOLESaiE FLORIST,

Careful PVippIng to all parts of the country
Price list on application.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
Near Tremont St., BOSTON. MASS.

916

The American Florist.

April 26^

^fie geeS Mta^a.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrRPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Don. secretary and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New York. Ne.Tt annual meeting second Tuesday In
J nne. at Toronto. Ont.

As a Seed Grower Sees It.

The present way in which a large lot of
the seed business is done is so very ex-
pensive, rent, help, catalogues, advertis-
ing, etc., the cost of the seed is but a small
item.

The income lasts 9() to 100 days, the
balance of the year is outgo. In the great
desire to over-reach one another there is
considerable cutting in prices. The result
is the expensive way in which the busi-
ness is done, prices are too low and not
enough made. The next step is to cut
down all expenses to the finest edge and
squeeze the life blood out of every one
concerned, including the cost of seeds —
the vital part.

The question is, will the growers be cut
to death, or maintain fair living prices
and compel the dealers to adopt belter
and more businesslike methods, keep
prices up to a living figure and stocks up
to standard ? No one profits by low priced
seeds. Which course is best for the mil-
lion? Too much European in the present
style, I say.

An old .\merican Seed Grower.

W. Atlee Burpee is on a trip to Cali-
fornia, via Florida and New Orleans; he
will return in time for the seedsmen's
annual convention at Toronto in June.

AsECO.ND EDITION of Spraying Crops, by
Prof. C. M. Weed of the New Hampshire
Agricultural College, hasjustbecn issued.
It treats of both fungicides and insecti-
cides, and the best methodsof combatting
both. (Orange Judd Co., New York).

The West Virginia Horticultural Soci-
ety was organized at a meeting of horti-
culturists at Morgantown, W. Va., April
5. Officers were elected as follows:
AdolphHiehle, the florist of Parkersburg,
Pres.; J. W. Garvin, Wheeling, Vice-Pres.;
Prof F. W. M. Ranc, of the Experiment
Station, Scc'y and Treas. Over 20 mem-
bers were enrolled, representing several
counties. Mr. Hiehle read a paper on flo-
riculture and means of increasing the in-
terest in horticulture in tbestate. A con-
stitution was adopted.

HulS6l)oscti Brottiers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs ^^ Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

68 Wert Street, NEW TOKK CITT.

Alt'-r Ma) 1. 94. addn-tt niII b<' ENGLEWOOD. H ).

.^^.

ESstablisiIied. 1830.

Tuberous Begonias.

f.ltlJ i I.S ?■ ."'I ICAi.\.

Mftdal awarded World's Fatr.

\Vi- Rff hiii(l«iiinrt<Tn for the

" aljiiVf, l)i(> nnuat Htmln In ttii)

• *•-•». world. Ht-nd for lllimtrnUifl

fliw-rifrtlT*' rntAN.fcfiH' with ooprrlKhl i-nitraTlritfii It
t«-II« j'lii n.i ni'.Ni thfiii

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thot. Crrtfln. Mgr. W^tlbur) Station, L. I., N. Y.

Mratlon American Florlat.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SON.

Hir^i^Ejooiwi:,

MOl^t,A.P«:i>,

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCING BULBS.
"Wholesale Importers stiould. -write us for Prices.

ODK NEW TRADE MST NOW KKADY.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

GROWERS OF

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

ask: e'oh, ca-TA-LOCs-tje:.

F». ^SrO®, of ttie fifirx

P. VOS & CO., Bulb Growers,

SASSENHEIM, near Haarlem, HOLLAND,

Is at present making a tour of the United States, and all cominunications directed to me at
MEYERS' HOTEL, HOBOKEN, N. J., will have prompt and careful attention.

JOHN SPEELMAN of

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS.

(45 ACRES IN CULTIVATION.) SASSENHEIM, HOLLAND,

Beg^s to advise his American customers that he will call upon them at an early date aud asks that orders
be reserved until he has called. I shall be in America till May 15, and up to that date correspondence
addressed to JOEYW »¥>fi^E^X^I%£i: A.IV* care of KNAUTH, NACHOD & KUHNE, 5 South

William Street. NEW YORK, will have prompt attention.

GYCLSMEN SEEDS.

European strain,

LILIES OF THE VSLLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,

122 E. 23rd Street, TSTEW YOBE.

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

PLANTS! BULBS!

Evtrythliik' appf-rtulnlnfr to tho Farm

and (harden of the hcBt and cbulccBt

quality. riMCUS RUSIIT.

Cafaloguo on appllcallnn.

WEE BER & DON. [

114 Chamdcps St.. New York City, r

Pitcher & Manda,

WHOLESALE

Nurserymen, Seedsmen and Florists,

SHORT HILLS, N. J.

: HEHKMANNS SEED STORE

4i:i I'.iinl. :i'llli SIri'i'l.
Ni-nr I/iriK Ihliiiiil KiTry. SI'.W I'OKK. ,

( Onipli'li' SliH'k of
A I K.'iiiiontilili' I'rIri'H

ntllK 1. 1-1 I IlKK UN AI'I'I.K'ATII'N i

i'|i-n»i- mention the Ami:kica.n I'l.oKisr
YCrv time you write to an advertiser.

FREESIA REF. ALBA

500,000 No. I Bulbs.

Guaranteed free from any
mixture of tlie yellow
variety.

Deliveru alter I5tli May.

E. C. FEARMAN,

SHELLY BAY, BERMUDA.

SUMMER DEUVERY.

I Iti:i;slAS, 1,11.. I.OMilKLO-
ItllM, CALI.AS, tiKM OAI.,I,AS,
AMAKVM.IS, CALIFORNIA
■ (lif.llS, liroillii'iiB, CiilouhurttiH,
l-rllllliiriaii, TKKK TKUN .STKM.S, anil All«-
t nil inn I'lilliiSt'i'dH. SfncI forolir Ni;\v I'HK'KI.IST.

H. H. BERGER <&, CO..

Established 1878. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

Tuberoses. • .

DWARF PEARL and TALL DOUBLE.
FINE, SOUND BULBS

1st Sizt fl.oo per 100; fs 00 per 1000

2MdSi/e 00 " 5.00

BROWN & CANFIELD. Springfield, III.

GflTflUOOUE PRINTING.
E,LEGTROTyPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFarland Co.

. . . liAKKI.SIIIIIUl, I'A.

I'l.HASi; mention the Amkkican I'i.okist
every time you vyrite to an adyertisers.

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The American Florist.

017

2 1-2 Gent ROSES.

200,000 from 2i2-inch pots, at
$25 per 1000; $3 per 100.

STRICTLY OUR SELECTION, 't^^'

50,000 from 4-inch pots, at
$60 per 1000; $7 per 100.

VARIETIES IN STOCK.

HYBRIDS— M. Baumann, Black Prince, Al-
fred Colomb, F. De Lesseps, De Graw,
Dufferin, Edinburgh, Holmes, Giant of
Battles, Lefebvre, Lyonnaise, Prince
Arthur, E. Verdier, E. Fuerst.

HYBRID TEAS— Weilshott, Meteor, Pink
Rover, La France, White La France,
Albany, Wootton.

TEAS— Bravy, Gontier, Golden Gate, Mer-
met. Brides, Passot, President, Rubens,
Anna Ollivier, Perle, Sunset, Schwarz,
Watteville, Hoste, Salviati, Safrano,
Waban.

CLIMBERS— Baltimore Belle, Seven Sisters,
Tennessee Belle, Gust'ave Gossard, Mar-
echal Niel, Solfaterre, Devoniensis, La-
marque, Perle, Richardson.

Also Queen's Scarlet, Hermosa, Soupert,
Chatelard, Pernet, Kuster, Mignonette
and other varieties.

puality of stock guaranteed. Personal inspection
invited. Send for quotation on yourown selection.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO,,

Forcing Roses.

Primestock in No. 1 condition, ont of 2J^-in.
pots. December propagation, at following
prices: 100 1000

AMERICAN BEAUTIES S5.00 $50.00

WHITE LA FRANCE 4.00 3.5 00

METEOR. ... 360 30.00

BRIDES 3.50 30.00

MERMETS .... 300 2.500

PERLES 4.00 ,35.00

PAPA GONTIER 4.00 35,00

NIPHETOS 3.60 .30 00

NIELS 4 00 35.00

SOUPERTS 4.00 35.00

GEN'L JACQS 5.00 45.00

For more than a 1000, write for special quot-
ations. Also all kinds of bedding stuff
way down for cash.

J. B. HEISS, Dayton, Ohio.

5,000 Jack Rose Plants,

ON THEIR OWN BOOTS.

Well branched, lyi to 3 feet high, $10 per
100. Sample of S for f l.OO.

JORDAN FLORAL CO.

706 Olive Street, ST. LOUIS, MO.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of young rose plants out of
lYz and 4-inch pots. Mermets, Brides, La
France, Paries and Bridesmaids. Apply

GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Glenville. Cuyahoga Co., Ohio.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Miinettl Stuck, offer the best re-
BUltBto the florist. bluumlnKfreuly and giving plenty of
cuttings for propagating quickly. Fine plants for ealo
by the lOU or lUUO, at low rates.
Price Lists to applicants. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN. (Boston). MASS.

200 Niphetos Roses, 20 inches high, $10 00 per 100.

Bouvardias, rooted cutHngs, 5 vars. $1,30

Blue Lobelias, for Baskets, ready to bloom, S2.00

per 100.
Verbenas, $2.50 per 100. Extra fine colors.

Write for list and low prices.

McCREA & COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

(Sherwooi> H.vll Nvrsery Co.)

No. 427-9 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

he.vdqUarters for

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Native Bulbs. LILY BULBS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

YOUNG ROSES.

We offer a limited quantity of the following varieties:

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-inch pots.

Perles in 2-inch pots.

Mermets in 2-inch pots.

La Prance in 2-inch pots.

Albany in 2-inch pots.

BASSETT & WASHBURN, Hinsdale, Ills.

Mention Amertcan FlorlBt.

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
Testout, - 6 00
Meteors, - - 3 50

Brides, -
La France,
Mermets,

Per 100. bJ

$3 50
3 50
3 50

Special discount on our Beauties on orders of 500 or over.

REINBERG BROS., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSfllHTHEMUMS, the cream of all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MftY, Summit, New Jersey.

Cusins, Beauties,
Niphetos. Testonts.
La France. Mermets,

Brides, Bridesmaids,
Ferles, Meteors, Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots.

Artrt„.,f^or.uo;ju^n5^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S, for Chas. Macintosh & Co., England, Inventors of Vulcanized India Rubber.
Extra strong jireenhouse hose to withstand hieh pressure. 94-ln.. a-ply. ISc. per foot In m feet lengtha.

918

The American Florist

April 26^

Cincinnati.

The regular monthly meeting of the Cin-
cinnati Florists Society was held at the
society's rooms in the Floral Market,
Prest.'Critchell presiding. Mii utes of last
meeting read and approved; three new
members were added to the ranks. The
advisability of holding a floral exhibition
and chrysanthemum show was discussed
at length, and finally tabled, with the de-
cision that Cincinnati should have a show
in 1895.

The florists all seemed to be having a
nice trade in the market Saturday night,
the flower market being crowded. It is
certainly a grand sight to stand on the
stairs leading to the society's rooms, and
see the display as it shows up in said
market. Every visitor has the same re-
mark. "It is grand, the florists ol Cin-
cinnati surely ought to be happy."

Mr. N. Ohmer was a visitor with us
Saturday. Mr. Ohmer is one of the fore-
most horticulturists in Ohio, having in-
troduced many new varieties of fruits, in-
cluding the Gregg raspberry and the
Ohmer blackberry. He has now retired
from active business, being seventy-one
years old, but with more vitality than
half the young men, he with his wife has
just returned from a trip to the midwin-
ter fair in California. He says the exhi-
bition is a grand one but should not be
compared for a moment with the late
World's Fair.

Our flower stores are all quite busy this
■week with various decorations. Julius
Baer helped to celebrate a golden wed-
ding Monday by furnishing a large num-
ber ot Perle roses for same. Chas. J.
Jones, Jr., of East Walnut Hill has a very
large wedding decoration for Wednesday,
including church and house. Mr. Jones
is building a combination store and green-
house for the sale of cut flowers, palms,
etc.

H. L. Sunderbruch has branched out as
a grower, and is now running the McFad-
den plant, lormerly managed by the late
John Rose.

L. H. Kyrk & Co., who started in busi-
ness last fall, are doing a nice business,
and we trust making money, Lou as well
a» his sister being well known to the
trade, and popular.

Mr. Albert McCullough is spending a
few weeks at Hot Springs, Va., taking a
much needed rest.

From general appearances the florists
will have a good trade on Decoration
Day, as nearly all the outdoor flowers
were killed by frost several weeks ago.
Seed trade very good. E. G. Gii.lhtt.

New Catalogue I No. 4)
containing over 1,000 Orna*
mental CuU for PloriHts use,
•■iich a* cnvclojMr». letter
hrndH. Ijill-hca«lfl, cardH,
fi'lvrm., floral fIcMignii.ctc.,
:it from 'M)c. and upwanlti.
I'rice of CfttaloKUc 25 eta.
(dcductwl from II order),

A. BLANC,

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

THY DRBKR'S

GflRDtN SttDS,

Plinti, Hulbl A Riquilitet.
1 h"-)' iif th-- bcil nt the
lo»>!>l pricei. Trada Litl !•■
%\if*\ fjtinrlrrly. niniletl free
to the lrnd<- ".nly
HKNKV A. DICKKK,
fhlUdelplilB, !'••
.Mention Amorloan Klurtu.

SO, 000

ARAUCARIAS

ARAUCARIA EXCELS A, li to S-inch pUints,
$35.00 PER 100; $6.00 PER DOZ.

ARAUCARIA IMBRICATA, small plants,
$8.00 PER 100: $1.50 PER DOZ.

The above delivered by Mail or Express
at prices quoted.

New Crop Phoenix Canariensis. $2.50 per 1000 Seeds
Washingtonia fililera .75 per lb.
Chamaerops excelsa .50 per lb.
Grevillea robusta 5.00 per lb. 50c oz.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sansome .Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

ROSE BILL NURSERIES,

NewRoghelle, N.Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage &. Flowering Plants.

A strand sek-ctlon for Stove, (ireenhouse and Con-
eervalory

SANDER, St. A/bans, England.

Our Mr, A. Olmmock will be pleased to Interview
buyers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 2U"> Greenwich St., New York City.

The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

Address Q, H. J OOSTE N . Agent,

3 Coeiill.'H Sllj), NKW YOKK.

LATANIAS.

For Sale Cheap, too very choice Latania
borbonica in 10 and 12 inch pots with 8, 10
and 12 leaves, at from f(> to JlO each.

r.lK W. MiKllH.iii SIrei

ClflCAdO.

CARNATIONS,

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
HYDRANGEAS,

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

S«-ii«| for Irinl"' l.l*«t .

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood Av.. and 68th SI. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

Hardy Water Lilies.

-^ IVr

50,000
Dwarf French

CANNAS.

We offer the above quantity iu strong, well estab-
lished plauts from 3 and 4 inch pots. This stock
must not be confounded with dormant pieces or
freshly divided plants out of benches. , , . ,

We list hereonly the principal varieties of which
we have a large supply. For a general list refer
to our Spring Trade List which describes over
seventy-five varieties, including all the desirable
novelties of the season, including the grand New
German variety, Konigin Charlotte:

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 10.00

Capt. P. de Suzzoni 15.00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 20.00

Admiral Gervais 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Denil de St. Grevy 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 15.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) distinct... 15.00

Mauiice Mussy 15.00

Martin Cahuzac 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Professor Gerard 15.00

Secretary Stewart 15 00

StadtgartnertSenneholz 15 00

Antoine Crozy 8.00

Admiral Courbet 8.00

Antoine Chantin S-00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardy 8 00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess de Montenard 12.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 10 00

Edward Michel 12.00

Francois Maire 12.00

GeofTrov St. Hilaire 8 00

1. Thomayer 20.00

Miss Sarah Hill 15.00

Mr. Cleveland 1500

Mile. Liabaud 12.00

Nelly Bowden 8.00

Princess Lusignani 12.00

Perlcction 15.00

Souvenir de Jeanne CharretOD 8.00

Statuairc Fulconis 8.00

Trocadero 8.00

Ventura 8.00

Viticcultcur Gaillard 8.00

Kaiser Wilhclm 8.00

We will lurnish one each ol the above varieties,

46 plants lor $5.50.
Among Crozv's New Cnnnas of this season Paul
Sigrisl is undoubledlv the most distinct and strik-
inu novelty. We are the only American house
oUcriiiK this variety to the trade this .season. In
Kencnil habit similar to Mine. Crozy, but of a
bright crimson color nearly as rich as Alphonse
Iloiivier with a verv broad golden yellow border.
Stock limited. $2.60 each.

HENRY A. DREER.

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

M.'iillnii AiiM'il.nri Klnrl-I

\Uu

.N \ .MI'Il.KA (►.l-iriiiii. liiruu rlil/.o»n» H W

4;tuiinlun. " '•""

Minor. •■ 1.00

Uiwn. ■• 2.110

Hopiici'ft. " l'"*

iilMTOnti,

GEORGE FARRANT, Salem, N. C.

.M<Mill'<n Aitirrl'^n V'inrlnl

1.(10

line hloomini; CACTI, n l"r *1 ixi, '>r

$5,(il) per barrel, my sck'iiinn

MRS. MAUD M. BRIGGS. El Paso GrcenhouiOi.

Kl. I-AMO. TKXAH.

line plants ol best strain, just cuni-
inK into bloniii, »l5.oo per khki.
J. T. ^XrVTIIOIW',

2205 Miclilffiin Ave, CHICAQO.

EXTRA STRONG, WELL ROOTED

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

N.,w K.vi.ly S-'i (Kl Iicr 1(100; IKIc. per 10(1.

,>I|SS r. ,\. ItAKI'.lt, Mi'illii, I'H.

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The American Florist.

919

WAS

WORLDS FAIR. 5nND fOR
LIST or vyARIE.TIE3

OvyR Great Specialty- The new

LMRGL fLOWERlNG CANNA5 ARL i HE
BLDDING PLANTS Of THL TUTURL.Wc
HAVCALLTHLBLST 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BEST ThE PICTURE 5H0W5A
WERY » SMALL PA R.T Or OUR GREAT
display]^ OE OVER 4,000 PLANT5 AT THE
OUR CATALOGUE GiVINO T EULL

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

50,000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLDEN GROWN, the most hardy, strongest grow-
ing, highest colored yellow to date, 2-TDch, well
trrown. W per 100; $3d per lOUO; 250 at lOUO rates
throughout.
10.000 In 13 other standard leading sorts, plants 51,50;

rooted 70 cts. per 1(jO.
lO.UOO Snow Crest Daisies. $3 per 100; ?25 per 11)00.
;iO,(iO0 Mam. Verbenas, progressive type, none better.
5.00U of them Cllma.vers the Peerless crimson bedder.
10,000 seedlings from our X.\ and XXX progressive
seed will give the most splendid new kinds, all per-
fectly clean and healthy, 3-lnch. strong, fine. In bud.
J2.50; flats J1.50 per 100. seedlings same rate; special
rates per 1000.
5,000 Vgt. Vlncas. extra fine, 3-Inch $3; flats $L50;

rooted %\ per 100.
5.000 Giant Soablosa Snowball, per 100 $1.50; seed. 26c.

for large trade packet.
10.000 Gibson's sweet scented hybrid pansles, flats %\\
frame Ki per 100; seed \^ oz. 50c . U oz. fl. "^. oz. %\.m.
5,000 Gem Feverfew. 5.0O0 Golden Marguerites. 5.000
Dwf. Lobelias. 5.000 Golden Feather and C Gymno-
carpa. the last two seedlings small pkts. Jl.oO, rooted
cuttings 76c. per 100.
Double Petunias. Dreer's new 'its set and the Queen
the best all round double white, rooted, named,
labeled. $2 per lUO.
Mexlcun Primrose, three novelties, named, rooted %\

per 100.
30,000 Eulalla Zebrtna and Japonlca, potting size $2 50

per 100.
5.000 Torenia Foumlerl, seed pan 50 cts.. from flats
%\ per 100.

Lots of other good things. Write for what you
want. Premium offer for every $5 order: We will put
In free 0 Giant Neruna Verbena and 1 (ioiden Strand
Coleus; doubled on every JIO order, and 1 Dak. Prim-
rose. I pkt. Double Petunia and 1 pkt. Scai'iosa snow-
ball when desired. Price list free. Address, cash
with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, N. J.

Mention American Florist.

APPLE GERANIUM.

Stroni; plants from 2;^-inch pots
at J5.00 per hundred.

H. KADEN, Gainesville, Texas.

You will benefit tlie American Flo-
rist by mentioning it every time you
write an advertiser in these columns.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per lOO

" 12 kinds by express. J4 .00 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and
Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

CASH WITH ORDER.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY, OHIO.

MBTCHLE88 IN BEAUTY

Unsurpassed in Fragrance.

Comuiencing May 15, lean furnish by mail, post-
age prepaid. The Celebrated Grandiflora Cape Jas-
mine Buds, at $1.00 per 100, or by Express at $7.50
per 1000. This truly great flower, when carefully
packed, will remain in a dormant state for ten
days, and, upon being placed in water, will at
once open in splendor. Please send in your orders
at once, as supply is limited.

ADDRESS c. H. JONES,

No. 819 Market Street. GALVESTON, TEXAS.
Mention American Florist.

FANSIES.

Imperial Geraian, inUr.l. verv larm.' pIiHits; all bloom-
lUK- *'-i.lXlper iW: ?l.'i.l.Ki i-lt IUUO.

VERBENAS.

Hvbrid mixed. 3-lnch pots, very ptrong plants. $2.50
per lUO. Cash Willi order.

FETEB BROWN, Florist,

LANCASTER, PA.

When wrltlnt: mention the AMERICAN FLORIST.

In Assorted lots only.

ROOTED CUTTtNGS. in 30 to 40 vaI^eties, (our
selection), at S6.50 per 1000 by express; in 30
varieties, at 81.00 per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at 82.00
per 100 by mail.

We will include at least 50 cnttings of the
new kinds in every 1000 purchase.

W. R, Shelmire,

Carnation Grower,

. . . AVONDALE, FA.

THE flSSOGIflTION FLORA,

BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

CLEMATIS In sorta, 3 years per 100 t25.0O

SPIR^.A JAHONICA •• 4.00

DIELYTRA SPECTABILIS " 4.00

Llllum speclosum. PjEOnlas Rhododendrons, Azaleas
H. P. Roses. In best varieties, per lllO Ri.U): Abel Car-
riere. Alfred Colomb. Anna Alexleff. A. de Dlesbach,
B. Rothschild, tisher Holmes. Gen. Jacl£, La tYance,
Mine. ii. Liilzet. Mme. Plantler. Mapna Charta, Paul
Neyron. P. C. de Kohan. Perle des Blanches. Ulrlch
Brunner and others. Catalo^e on application.

206 Cambrklffe Ave., JERSEY CITY. N. .1.

Rhododendrons.

Hardiest kinds only;
budded.

H. WATERER,

109 South 7th St., Pbiladelphia, Penna^

920

The American Florist.

April 26^

Germantown, Pa.

The first spring exhibition of the Ger-
manto-wn Horticultural Society was held
in the hall of the Young Men's Christian
Association, Main and Price streets, on
\Yednesday, April 4. This show was the
first held under the new plan proposed by
Mr. Joseph Meehan and adopted last win-
ter; namely, to hold two large shows
yearly; a spring show at Easter and a
chrysanthemum show in the fall, and to
give upthesmalllmonthly exhibitions. Un-
fortunately, the committee in charge,
while carrying out the letter of this plan,
were not willing to risk carrying out its
spirit. They decided not to put the soci-
ety under any expense but to save all
funds possible' for next fall. Henceinstead
of the usual cash premiums or medals, cer-
tificates of merit were offered as prizes.
This fact, together with the date of the
show, which was fixed for ten days after,
instead of two weeks before Easter, was
laigely responsible for the lack of exhib-
its and the meagre attendance; gardeners
are not a mercenarylot;they willdomuch
for love oftheircalling, but they cannot be
expected to leave their work just in the
middle ofthespring rush to exhibit plants
and flowers which represent much time
and money, without the least return.
Still the show cannot be called a failure.
A lot of fine flowering and decorative
plants were shown. To Mr. Albert \yol-
temate, who is the most public spirited
florist in Germantown, the society is in-
debted for a fine colkction of palms and
azaleas. The other exhibitors were
Messrs. Henry Diehl, who showed some
fine hydrangeas, Matthew Broeken,
Michael Sammon, Morrison and Holmes.
Now that Easter is a thing of the past
a few notes may be of interest. Besides
the regular stores, several new ones were
opened bv enterprising growers to dis-
pose of their stock, and these, with the
curbstone venders and hucksters, made
our streets look unusually bright and
pretty. Quite a number of lilies and a lew
other blooming plants were left unsold on
Saturday night but all cut flowers were
cleared up and such a large number of
plants that the growers generally were
well satisfied. Easter, 1S94, showed an
improvement on its predecessors, thanks
largely to the fine weather.

Mr. Walter R. Cliffe has left his father's
place and formed a partnership with a
capitalist in West Philadelphia. The new
firm expect to erect eight houses at once
and will grow roses, carnations and other
cut flowers for the wholesale market. Mr.
Cliflc has done so well in the past that his
Iricnds can only wish him equal success in
the future.

A rather amusing incident occurred in
West Philadelphia last week. Mr. J. W.
Colflcah was visited at the same time by
representatives of Messrs. Picr8on,yaug-
han and Ely, all anxious to secure his or-
ders. This was rather embarrassing.
Mr. Colflcsh didn't want to split hisfjnler
and lelt it to his visitors to settle the
matter. The genial Mr. Hurt V.My, re(>-
rcsenting .Mr. Vaughan, projiosed decid-
ing Ijy straws; the man getting the long-
est straw to stay and talk to the
customer. Curiously enough, the lotsfcll
in the order in which the travelers had ar-
rived. Mr. Picrson's man drew the long
straw and remained, while Mr. Ivdily.nnd
.\Ir. kecd of Ely's, who were second and
third comers rc«|Kclively, sought new
fields of labor. J. W. Y.

_THE American Florist Co;s

DIRECTORY

■OF-

FLORISTS,

NURSERYMEN

AND SEEDSMEN

■ OF THE ■

UNITED STATES AND CANADA,

AND

REFERENCE BOOK,
_FQR 1894,

IS NOW READY

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

[irtr^. II U) \ft .|.«i-ri. HI) l»i rxT liuii'Iri"!
DAIIiI.EDOX)Zll BHOB., Flalbuih, L. I., N. Y.

ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100

AltemantheraB. Versicolor, Rosea nana. Aurea

nana and P. Major I .50

Coleus of sorta. mixed 50

best new and old. named 1.00

Atternanthorafl. P. major. Aurea nana, Trtcolor

(Rosea nanaK Versicolor 2.50

PlumbaKO. ('apcnsls and Alba 4.00

Lady Ijarpent'8 4 00

Perennial Phlox, fine assorted I6.00and 4.00

Achillea "The Pearl" 4.00

Betfonlaa. aasorted: I^jintanas. assorted 4. IX)

Fnicht^laa. ass t: Heliotrope, asB't W. 00 and 4.U0

A biitllnnB. UHSOrted 4.00

Kchi'verla Extensa globosa, 3 to B Inches across.

per dozen. fl.OO.

Mexican lYlmrose 3.00

I>ady Waehlntrton Qeranlum <>.0U

Ach/ranthus. assorted 3.00

CoJeuH. assorted t2.00and 3. 00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

Schlzopetalus 0.00

AntheHcuni plcturutum per dozen. 76c.

Ivy and lir(jn/.e (Jeranlums, assorted, ti^-ln. nots 4.00
Hlivcr 1.^'uf (ieranlums, 3 vurletles (no Mme.

Sallorol) 4.00

Oxalls. (frlKlesI 4.U)

Dahlias. ri:iirie<l. our selection 5.00

French ( iiunas. named, our selection, dry root*.. 5.00

ttench riiiiriaM. unnamed 3.00

P4)tted 10.00

Fancy Ivi-af ("jiladlum. tine mixed li.OO

named t*.00

Trade list on application.

ROBT. S. BROWN A SONS,

Box W. KANSA.S <l'rv, MO,

READ THIS.

fki,tih>i;si;n, iiik coi.kis sri;<iAi.iHT,

luiH at IruHt
IIO.IJOI) I'ANHIKS. In thf r.i->i\ lied, nt »2.W) per lUOO.

iiiirl nUiut:>lllll(ttriilihpliinti>rllii tliiUt, ill $I.(IU per lUtW
IliMCl'F.l) ( l'|TlNil>i i.r iDr.MI'S. yimr nukH'tlmi.

I«.t(l |,«-r lull our m'li'cdnn. f.'i.llll pur tlUU.
II < 1 1^1 AX. li'ii(lliiKi"irt«.rr.rilvcli!iilllnKiifl.l«llicr lUI.
IIKI.IiiI llol'K. 4 vurlL-llcii, fllKlpor IWI
.■•A I.VIAS nr SWKICT SAIiK. %\.m |ht lim,
AliKHATIIM. liliiii iiiKl whIU'. V.«\ piT lUI; f« piT IWI.

(.'null milHt In nil cniwn iK^fiHiipntiy t)ii> ur>lrr.

J. E. FELTHOU8EN.

370 Van Vrnnki'n Avf.. SCHENECTADY. N. Y.

LABELS AND MAILING BOXES.

Ui' iiiiiriiiln.'tun' the ' IIATANIA I lil-.K AMI
I'l.ANI I.AHKI,» l-rlra-i. low

(iiir IMI-ICOVi:!) .>l/«ll.|N'<i liOXKH. In llvi-
nlri'ii iir<> IIh- fiiviirlli-n with llorlxln tiihl NiMMlniiifii.
11 III PIT IminiKl liltflDT. Hiiiiiph* hy iiilill Ir.

rMitlKi-lll'.Hr rlCANnl-I.ANTINt. UOXKS"
iiiKl your pinnia trill (•••II. n Ml pt'r MU: R<l pnr imo
Hnniplf hy iniill Illr

•■••ti'l r<ir .iiiiiiih' nii'l ('iilnl'iifiifM.

WILLIAMS & SONS CO., Batavia, III.

Beg^onias.

Argentea Gutl.ita, Vernon, Dewdrop, M. De
Lesseps, and other Per 100

Flowering varieties $3 00

Rex, in variety 5 00

COI.EOS, in variety, per 1000, 820.00 .... 2 50

Moon Vine. (I. Noctiphyton) 3 50

COBSiA. Scandeus ... 3 00

Oeraniuxns, none but the best varieties, per

1000, S2.O.00 3 00

Happv Thought, Mt. of Snow and Bronze 3 00

Mrs. Pollock. 6 00

Anipelopsis Tricolor, strong 2 in 3 60

Chrysanthemums, leading varieties, per

1000, Slill 00 2 .so

Alternanthera, .S varieties, strong, 2-inch . 2 SO

Achillea The Pearl, strong, 2inch 2 50

Abntilon Eclipse . . 3 .'K)

Honeysxickle Japan Oolden, I5-in. vines,

branched . 8 00

Roses.

American Beauty, 2>^-iuch, strong and

healthv 6 00

Hardy Climbers, 1^ "n 3 00

H. P., I'ii in 3 60

Carnations.

Rooted Cultill^;s. leading varieties, healthy,

per 100(1, flOOO 1 26

HEI.IOTBOPE, 1 varieties 2 60

THOS^A^McBETH&CO^. Springfield, Ohio.
BEADY FOR BUSINESS

Make kncwrn your wants and wre
will be pleased to quote prices.

CATHLOQUES NOW READY. . .

W. A. MANDA,

The UnivRrs.-tl Horticultur.il Est.ibllshment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

GRAPE VINES.

(foki:i<;n.)

Alt till' IiNKllnt; varlcth'w for ciiltlvaMon iindurKlaM.
Ill ruIluwIriK «l/i'H; I year. 'I yoar«. an'l 4'xlra utroiiK.
Alwi ri'rtflifH iiihI SrrtiirliH'H specially prttparod
for forclnir In pnin and tiilit*. ontiTH iMinkcd for
npcclnlly pri>piin>i| fnilllim iilantHof VIni-H. NtH-t-arlnuH.
I'cachrtt. Stra«l.<T Wn. Kail r)f -HI dfllviTV.

JOHN Q. GARDNER,

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American

l-LOKIST.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

921

CARNATIONS.

Portia, Darling, Dorner, at $1.25 per 100; SIO.OO

per 1000.
Daybreak and Fdua Craig at $2.00 per 100.
Annie Pixley and Helen Keller at $10 per 100;

25 for $3.00.

COLEUS.

Fine assortment, clean cuttings, at 7oc. per
100 or SO.OO per 1000.

PANSIES.

Seedling plants at $5 00 per 1000. Blooming
plants at $12,00 and 815.00 per 1000. The same
good strain I always have.
Cash with the order or C, O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L, B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

Mention American Florist.

4 NEW 6f\RNf\TI0NS

:fo«. X894.

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink varie^^ated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per too; $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 189:^ varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra fine stock of \Vm. Scott, (tlie most profit-
able pink carnation grown); Mme. Diaz Albertlnl,
Ellz. Reynolds. Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Major Bonnaffon. the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.
M0NEY=QETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First=
Class in every way.

Note, before you order elsewhere, that
we ofTer the above and twenty other good
varieties of Carnations, well established
In soli, ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery In April— at the price of cut-
tings from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Craig:
Albertini
Daybreak
Cartledge
McGowan
Portia

ALEX.

McBRIDE.

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

SWEETBRIER

Received 1st Premium for "best seedling of any color"

at Phlla., Nov. 7. '93. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought $6.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. It.

tYeeman's, Washington, last winter.

"I like Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale.
"Sweetbrler Is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttings, $10.00 per 100; $80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1, '94.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS, $3.00 per 100; ?25.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KKNSTETT SQUARE. PA.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW READY.

Wm. Scott, Edna Craig. Daybreak, Thos. cartledge,
Buttercup. McGtiwan. and many of the standard kinds.
Orders filled for the New varieties.

Stuart, l^iK-le .loliii, Helen Keller^ Sweet-
brier, Aunie I'ixley, Houtou d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings,

Prices Greatly Reduced.
Iiargest Stock in tlie United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

}}

THE QUALITY VV^fl^^ "HELEN KELLER

Will be readily understood by the following:

''Dear Sir:— I wish to heartily thank you for the very superior rooted cuttings of Carnation
'HELEN KELLER" you sent me. They are the very best that I have ever received from any
party. I wish I had ordered double the number. Yours very truly, N. H. SPAFFORD."

PRICE FOR WELL BOOTED CUTTINGS:

$3.00 per dozen: $12.00 per 100: $25.00 per 250: $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS MAY BE .SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE, or

CHESTNUT HILL, PHILA.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, /v. J.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

gUEENS, LOm ISLAND.
Will have ready about May 20tli rooted cuttings as follows:

io,ooo WILLIAM SCOTT,
lo.ooo DIAZ ALBERTINI.

5,ooo McGOWAN.

i,ooo THOMAS CARTLEDGE.

5,ooo PORTIA.
Daybreak sold out. ■

CARNATIONS

Sr VERBENAS,

Rooted Cuttings or Plants.

New French Cannas; Chrys. Geo. S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia Trailing Queen; and many
other fine Novelties.

"Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

VICK & HILL,

»,,«««» -ROCHESTER, N. T.

^™ JACQUEMINOT

la endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and la at present a mass of buda "and blooms. NO
MO KEnA3IFIjE.S— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per dozen, $2.00: per 100, $10. (JO; per 10(10.
(80.00. 250 at 1000 rule.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLI.S, Norfolk Co., MASS.

WE

are now filling promptly all orders

FOR

Ada Buron and Nicholson

. . . CARNATIONS.

They are the cream of the year.
Send for circular to

JOSEPH BRECK & SONS,

(CUKIHU{ATH.).M,
^^_^^HOSTON, MASS.

ROOTED CUTTIN6S OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
tor price list.
JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

The ADELAIDE KRESKEN Carnation

Rooted Cuttlnca. price K.OO per dozen ; $10 00 per 100;
545.00 per 500; $S0.0O per 1000. Cash must accompany
all orders.

Took 8 Prizes and Certificates.

Address p£TEfi HERB, Mt. Healthy, Ohio.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for Bhipuient from July to Septeml>er.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum . ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1S95.

Lil. Auratum. Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Iris Kaempferi, in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Paeonies. Tree Ferns. Raphis. C^cas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 2o cents to 85 each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Mention American Florist.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address QEQRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHZCAOO.

Mention American FIorlHt.

Wm. Scott.
Daybreak.
Tidal Wave.

GEO.

These and all the leading
varieties, including The
Stuart, Uncle John, Gold-
finch, Helen Keller, etc.,

ready for immediate de-
livery. Send for prices.

HANCOCK & SON.
. . . (."raiid Haven, IVIich.

CARNATIONS Portia, American Flag, Mrs. Fisher,
Robert Craig, etc., 7oc. per 100; 86.00 per 1000.
COLEUS, assorted, (iOc. per 100; $.5 00 per 1000.
ALTERNANTHERA. .50c. per 100; $f 00 per 1000.

This is the last call. Everything must be cleaned
up, as I want the room.

JOHN J. CONNELLY, Brjil Mawr, I'a.

Fansies in bloom.

First-class plants Irora cold frames. Send
$2.00 for sample hundred.
W. J. ENGLE, Box 211, Dayton, Ohio.

J) 2 2

The American Florist.

April 26,

St. Paul, Minn.

The fore part ol the week trade was
brisk but the latter part except for funeral
work, proved dull and uneventful. On
Monday night, April 9th, occurred ///<•
society event of the season, the
Elks' Benefit at the Metropolitan opera
house, and flowers were in great demand.
The decorations were among the finest
ever seen in the city. Green wreathing
hung in festoons from the balcony and
gallery railings, depended from the boxes
and entwined the pillars. Groups of
palms, lilies, and hydrangeas flanked the
front of the stage on either side, while tall
Harrisii in full bloom nodded from the
boxes and intensified the beauty of the
scene. In the lobby were groups of palms
and flowering plants appropriately
placed, while the landings on the balcony
stairs were embellished in like manner.
The finest floral attraction of the evening
however was the Elk's Head, the emblem
of the order, placed in a conspicuous po-
sition at the entrance. This was most
satisfactorily constructed by Mrs. Garges,
and with its rich and striking colors, con-
trasting finely with their surroundings,
and its faithful portrayal of nature,
caught and riveted the attention of all.
The antlers were made of red carnations,
the head and ears of white ones, while
the mouth, eyes and nostrils were delin-
eated in red. The neck consisted of white
roses, carnations and small flowers so ar-
ranged as to give the wrinkled effect seen
in the noble animal in life. A background
of green gave a proper setting to the
whole and almost imbued it with life.

During the play "An Unequal Match,"
presented by Miss Marie Wain wright and
companv, the beauty of each scene was
enhanced and emphasized by different ar-
rangements of plants and flowers, in beds
and vases. At the close of the first act
Miss Wainwright was presented with a
bouquet of five dozen Am. Beauties taste-
fully arranged and tied with ribbon.
Each actress was also presented during
the evening with a bunch of two dozen
roses tied with ribbon. The majority of
the audience, which was composed of the
elite, were in full evening dress and beauty,
flowers and gaiety were seen in profusion
on every hand. The decorations were
made under the personal supervision of L,
L. May. The arrangement of the plants
and flowers on the stage for the different
acts was very artistically performed by
Joseph Taylor of the same firm and as-
sistants.

The latter part of the week has been
damp and cloudy and everything has
worn a mournful appearance in contrast
with the brightness and gaiety of the fore
part. Stock however is looking well, de-
spite the absence oi sunshine.

Price* of cut flowers remain firm with a
good supply on hand, \iolct8 arc nearly
gone though we notice Chris Hansen is
■till cutting some fine ones. Beauties are
now the finest of the season with a brisk
demand for them. They retail readily at
$.'5 |)cr duz. Some Harrisii arc still seen
but the demand for them is light.

yuite n numlK-r of Holland drummers
have ap(jcarcd and report good sales ex-
cept in tulips.

There is a brisk demand for potted
plants in bloom and anything with a
flower sells readily.

f)ur genial Alderman Warren, proprie-
tor of Warrendule greenhouses, was de-
feated for rcnominntion to the city coun-
cil, but Brother Wnrren takes his dclent
with his usual iting /raid and murmurs
"after all it might not have been."

Felix.

% T,OTH[ir-/13E> Soupert Rose,

i^lSIl^^^ Florence Vaughan,

-*- ;»--*- ^^ -A- ^-*- -^ Per 100 $25.00.

LTrue Little Gem,
Per 100 $8.50.

H. P. ROSES, ETC.,

H. P. Roses. 2 year old (budded), at ¥10. UO per lOU:
fitO-UU per 1000. of the following varieties:

Madam (i. Lui/et. Mabel Murrlsun. Prince C. de
Rohan. I'lrlch Rruuner. Mrs .Ittim Lalnij. Ma^na
Charta. Gliint des BatallleB. Duke of Edinburgh.

GEN'L JACO. (on own roots), 12-18 Inches, fine
slock, atJS.OOperlOO.

Prairie Queen and Baltimore Belle, at $S.OO per 100.

Tree Roses, fine tops. H. P. sorts, at JS.OO dozen.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

Raspberries— Shaffers Colossal, at $1.25 per hundred.
Greutr, at $1.00 per hundred.

Gooseberries— Industry. 2 year old, at $1100 per hun-
dred; 1 year old. at Jo.5U.

Hydranpeas Panlculata Grd., 2^-30 Inches, at J9,C0 per
hundred

Hydrangeas Panlculata Grd., 18-24 Inches, at S6.00 per
hundred.

Cycas Revoiuta stems, from 3 to 100 pounds each, at
IT^i per pound.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

100,000 VERBENAS.

Fine pot plants. $2.50 per 100: $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the largest grrowers of Verbenas in the country. Our sales reachiog; last year
215,500. Our plants this year fully equal, If not surpass, any we have ever grown.

J. iv. liir^ivO:??, :Bioo»x*(g»Tb»t*rer» i*^.

WE ARE IN WANT OF

the following plants. Must be strong
stock from 2i,^-inch pots:

1000 ABUTILON Yellow.

2.50 •• Wliile.

2.50 " .... .... Pink.

250 BEGONIA Paul Bruant.

250 " .Marguerite.

2.50 '* Saundersonii.

250 " ... .Diadema.

250 " Argentea Guttata.

250 •■ ... . . Metallica.

1000 BLACK CALLA (Bulbs).

250 FARFUGIUM Grande.

200 MOSS ROSES White.

200 " " Pink.

200 " " . . Red.

250 ROSES Baltimore Belle.

250 " Seven Sisters.

250 " Caroline Goodricli.

1000 H. P. ROSES All varieties.

Quote prices, .\ddress

L L. MAY & CO., St. Paul, Minn.

10,000 GKRANlUMSof the standard bedding
sorts, from 3 and 4-inch pots.

10,000 CARNATIONS, from 2;^-inch pots.
Also 5,000 Rooted Cuttings ready now.

30,000 ALTEKNANTHERA, ready April 1st,
of all the standard sorts.

70O strings of SMILAX, of which the aver-
age length Is 7 'eet.

\St\U: for prlcew. iiH I will bcM iit a Miicrllleo to iTinko
noiii fur oUht f.turT.

MRS. GEO. R. FRAVELL, Marion, Ind.

I'lini- M.\I{II)N AM) MAn.K llKKillTS
(illKKNIKH'SKM.

Mlarie Louise

KoiiU-il Cuttings, j;S.(K) per Kiiio.
ANCHORAGE ROSE CO..

^ ANCHOrtAGE KY.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

\\ rll«> for lint iiii'l prlrc'*'. rrl<r». to i-nll Uu> Ilrln•^.
HTKONfi SMII,;\\, rmm '.'<^ln<')i |x>lii, n UU |M-r

nil: r^'i in PIT HUU.
I'A.NMIKH, from <-<.I*l frmiii-. fln.1 fl/.-.r;.', W per lOUJ;
f<i-<-OIMl hl/.r, VK> Ul |MT KIJU.

Ad<irc«. J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

voif olk;ht to havk.

FUCHSIA LITTLE BEAUTY.— A Gem of the first wa-
ter for florists and market gardeners; will pro-
duce triple the amount of flowers than any
Other sort, and a very early bloomer, single
blue corolla; sells at first sight. Price $1.00
per 12; 57.00 per 100.

PETUNIA HNK BEAUTY, the best selling plant for
any florist, color most exquisite rose, finely
fringed and filled; grow a big house full of it
and it will net you a quicker net profit than
any other plant— 81.00 per 12; $7.00 per 100.

MARGUERITE CARNATION, finest strain for sum-
mer bloom; will give you flowers for ^ months
outdoors in greatest abundance; $:3.00 per 100.
»2-i.00 per 1000.

CHRYSANTHEMUM THE QUEFN. the white Chr>s-
autheinuin for the millir n as pot plant or cut
flowers; largest flowers without too ranch
care; $.j.00 per 1(X); Jirj.W per lOtK).

OUR NEW ROSE AMERICAN PERFECTION. -This
sport will produce twice the flowers than Mer-
met or Bridesmaid on strong erect stems, and
flowers will last a week in perfect condition, a
vivid rose; also the finest heddcr among Teas.
Tr^• a hundred; von will not repent it. Only
80.00 per 100. $50.00 per lOOt). from 2-inch pots.
Send a list of your wants. Address

NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

WlitMi wrhltiy iiiontlon ilie A:\iKiticA.\ I-'i.ouist.

Fansies, 50,000.

The .lonnlriKH Htrnln of Inrne tUiwiTtiiK (iiirt fancy
PHiihIch iiMW reiidy. Kino lurwe hlnoiiilnK phiiitn. all
colofM. r-'.UU per lUU; $i:».l)U ner HJUll. Metlluui Bl/e
phintH. t'nr May IdooinlriK. fit.W per lUIXJ by KxprcHs;
lahr. per lUU by mull.

riiUHV SclhI, pure white f 1 per pkt. of -'600 Hoedo.

I-iirk'i' yelliiw. durk eye. fl " "' "

SnowllHku I)ul»)e», lino plantrt, 12 per 100.

Kxtrii tliio Hlniln of <tonnan DiitolOH. Inrfic and
(ItMiljJe. white, pink nntl rod. nitxcd or veparute. fJ.OO
per HlU. CiimIi with order.

AD»Ki»s E. B. JENNINGS,

WlloI.KHALK Pans\' (;i(n\\'r;i£.
l/.rk Itrix'.'M. SOrTIN'Olcr. CONN.

Mt'iitloii Ainerlniii KiorlHt.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to eight branches, very
fine stock, f 12.00 to |;25.oo per dozen.

PAIaMS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

««On MIc-lllKlin Avi<., rilK .\<iO, 1 1. 1..

THTV

l.l.llA.MI.M^
I WW

at r.'. 0(1 per ItJU

'.'.fiUlKT IIIU

I'ANMV HKIcr). Kooil utriiln, 12^0. per triKlu phi.

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The American Florist.

923

DQcl/pfQ and Fern Dishes for Dinners,

UaonC 10 Decorations, Receptions, School
Commencements, Bon Voyage, etc. pur-
poses, in many pleasing styles, plain and
fancy, of Wicker, Willow, natural, gilt or
bronzed, Raffia, Celluloid, Silver and Gold
Metal, etc., at high and low prices, all cheap
for their cost; compare our Fall trade list.

fiVPa? I PflVPC (Sago Palm), natural
UJfUaO LCaHCO, prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

ImmnrtpllPQ white and all colors,
IIIIIIIUI ICIICO, jS2 75 the dozen, natural
yellow, |2.00; Cape flowers, best. fl.OO the
lb., second size, 60c. the lb.; Wheat Sheaves,
Wire Designs, Wire, Foil, Picks, Wax Paper,
and all other Florists Supplies quoted in
our Illustrated Trade List, mailed free.

for Decoration Day
in rich assortment of
tasteful designs: Wreaths, Crosses, An-
chors, Hearts, etc., in green or white foliage.
Address

August Riilker & Sons,

Metal Designs

136 & 138 W. 24lh St.,
P. 0. Station E.

New York.

LITTLE'S AITIPEST.

A

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer of
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Frlce £lst.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FLUSHING, Queens, Co., If. Y.

CANNA MME. CROZY, started plants, SI per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, uice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, $2.^

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, from

2-iuch pots. Splendid list of varieties, my selec-
tion, $2..50 per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, my selection,

SIJ.OO per 100.
CARNATION , entirely free from disease. One

hundred in assorted colors, myselection for82.50.
PANSIES, from finest seed to be had, S2.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment, 2-inch, my selection

Si.OO per 100.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM, r^.OO per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS iCentaurea Gymnocarpa), $2.00

per 100 for strong 2-inch.
ENGLISH IVY, 2-inch, $B.0O per 100.

Any of the above plants 25 at the 100 rate.

IT. S. GBIFFITH, Independence, Uo.
Independence Is well located for shipping, being 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

Mention American Florist

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpnaeed Mammoths, li'^-inch pots fd.CU 335 00

rooted cuttings. 1.25 10 00

General collection, named, '■ " l.OO 8 OU

2)4'-lnch pots.... 2.50 20.00

Send for price list of Carnations, Chrysanthemums

nnd other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

Palms. Palms. Palms.

LATANIA BORBONIGA, from 5-inch pots, well grown, 24 to 3o inches high,
5 good leaves as large as the 6-inch plants sent out by any other

firm ?6.50 per dozen; ^50 per hundred

LATANIAS, from 6-inch pots, 6 good leaves, 30 to 36 inches high, very

strong plants $9.50 per dozen; $75 per hundred

LATANIAS, from 7-inch pots, 7 good leaves, very strong, 36 inches high,

all good specimens $\2 per dozen; $90 per hundred

PHOENIX RECLINATA, 4-inch $3 per dozen; $20 per hundred

5-inch 5 per dozen; 35 per hundred

" 6-inch, very strong, with fine leaves, 30 inches high,

fine for single specimens or center for vases, etc., $1 each; $10 per dozen.
All these palms are in fine condition, with good clean leaves.
CROTONS, fine 3-inch pots, 10 good sorts, $1.00 per dozen. $7.00 per hundred
fine 4-inch pots, 10 good sorts, 1.5o " lO.OO "

" fine 5-inch pots, 10 good sorls, 3.00 " 20.00 "

These plants can not be surpassed for fine foliage bedding; they gain in
beauty the warmer the weather gets.

B. P. CRITCHELL & CO.,

Cinoinnati, Oliio,

Mention American Florist.

Long's Florists' Photographs

PENNOCK BROS., of Philadelphia, say: "Very useful. The best of their Icind."

HARRY CHAAPEL, Williamsport, Pa.;

"They come to your aid with new ideas and suggestions."

CHAS. ERHARDT, Cleveland, O.:

"Before I had them a week I secured a J75 order directly through showing them."

8@°"Priced Catalogues are gratis on application to

DAN'L B. LONG, FuhhshQt, BuflTalo, N. Y.,

rnnntlM" DnnnA A ^".''.sticnte for Glass. Stretch Fenster Pappe tant and use balten
rRIISTRl rnnnR. '" .^^ilmg on to .sash Then paint the rough surface thoroughly with
I UIIUIUI I UUUUl boiled haseed oil until It shows a gloss. Let it become thoroughly dry
., , _ ■ ' before using, when it is claimed to do service for years. The application

of the oil makes Fhn.ster Pappe sufficiently translucent for plant life

It is used as a covering for cold pit sash; excellent for use in palm or fern houses; to grow straw-
berry plants early vegetables, tobacco, etc., under. A most handy article as a protection against the
direct rays of the sun.

^''iy,.i'i''"'i'i'''-ji-'-'-'''J''""'''*??"'*,''.'i'P'''' '.''"'•'•*'■'" '■'"■«"'• about four sash, for*!. 00. OriK-
in.il rolls, 3(, inches wide, 110 yards long, for .«9.00. For further particulars address

August Rolker & Sons, Sole Agents, 136 & 138 W. 24th St , New York.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

Mention American Flortst.

VIOLET PLANTS.

10,000 Victoria Regina, large dark purple forcing
violets. $1.00 per 100; $7.00 per 1000.

50,000 Schoenbrun. best single winter blooming
violets, 50 cts. per 100; 81 00 per 1000.

10,000 Zouave, darkest purple single violet, very
fine, 75 cts, per 100; $5.00 per 1000. All strong,
healthy plants, no cuttings. Cash with order.

MRS. E. T. POVALL, Booneville, Miss.
AGAIN IN THE FIELD.

Oh imri after Mny 1 1 will sell Fancy Calndhim plants'
from Ji.j-lnch pots. W. on per 100; named ».i.0O per ino
Also n le" .liy Imlba, ni WO. 00 to J»M.0O per KXXi;
CyperiiHultiTtiUulltis, 4-ln. lie: 5-in. 12c; Irln. 20r.
Antherleiiui vittata yar. 4-ln. lie: 5-ln. I'ic: t'rln. 20c.
(.'ape,le88amlne,2i,j-lnch.f;l.60perl00; 830.00 per 1000.
4-lnch. Kl 00 per 100.
6-lnch. J12.00 per lOfl.
VInca Tar. 2Ls-lncb, K.OO per 100.

Address P. J UIBRICHT. Plorlst,

P. O. Box 665. .VNNISTON, AX.V.

or^K^:iM:^va:^is.

Large flowering

f 3 per doz. ; $22,50 per 100
. .-1 " $30.00 "

12 Choice leading kinds.

Two years ....

Three years $4 " $30.00 "

DAISIES. — Snowflake and Snowcrest. distinct

kinds, indispensable for soring sales, $2 per 100

SMILAX SEEDLINGS,

from fall, 75 cents per 100; |6.00 per 1000.

F. A. 15ALLKK. Blooiniiietou, III.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents lor
Snell's B'ydraulic System of using Oil for fuel
purposes. No odot , and ; ; to \i cheaper than coal .

509 Madison Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.

J^^Send for Circular

924

The American Florist.

April 26,

Montreal.

We are enjoying remarkably fine
weather here just now, in fact it is like
summer; we have not had a drop of rain
for over six weeks.

The retail florists all complain of poor
business, flowers of all kinds being abund-
ant. There are quite a few Harrisii lilies
and spirea to be seen in the windows yet,
for which there is little demand.

Mr. Harry Stocking, the popular ex-
secretary of the G. and F. Club, has been
laid up with a severe attack of scarlet
fever, but is now convalescent.

Mr. John Kirkwood, the gardenerat R.
B. .Vngers'place for anumberof years, has
left there, and his place has been filled by
Mr. W. Wilshire, late gardener to Sir
John Abbott. The latter place, owing to
the death of the proprietor, is being sold
out. I hear the contents of the conserva-
tories and greenhouses, including one of
the choicest collections of orchids in the
country, is to be sold at auction in the
near future. Beaver.

San Francisco.

Easter trade here was very good. Har-
risii in big demand with short supply.
Roses were very good as were carnations.

Owing to the terrible dry spell here the
seed crops of California in some respects,
are going to be very short. Sweet peas
for instance will be very short. M. Lynch,
Timothy Hopkins and C. C. Morse pre-
dict a big shortage in sweet pea seed this
year. These three firms have enormous
quantities of them planted, but without
rain they cannot accomplish anything.
The weather is verv hot.

The Midwinter Fair does not seem to
help the trade very much.

Carbone's nursery at Alameda was sold
by the sheriff the other day.

Mrs. Holbrow, on Polk St., has sold
out to Mann & Sbaw and has gone on a
trip to Europe.

Carbone & Monti sold out to Figonc
Pclicano & Co. who are doing well.

H. C. N.

Terms net cash with

shipped by Ireisht add

Neponset Flower Pots

Are sold as follows
order. If ordered
So cents cartage.

Puked In
BIW CrBtes of

tM-lxeb lAI)

nt " IJXO

t " IJOU)

Ki ■• ifH

4 " MO

i •• HO

n ■■ Mb

standard Pot M
li an full crates at

detail see previous

GniM weight
per Vai pou I'er 100 Per ll»i

■boutailba n.K KM

•• 2311m :« -.!.;«

•• :Ulba 85 2.811

" ISlbn !<l 4 (JU

•■ Tniba m !>m

•■ iwitM u) K.ati

■■ ItiMlba .... I. SO l.'l.r.

easure. Less quantities
no rates. For further
special advertisement.

August Rolker&Sons,

New York,

MF RH AdmNTH,

\:wti i.'iH u. iiwi SI.,

1- l> SUitlon K

Send orrlers for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

botUim rif ifiittfT ap-

■r>IIHt<«1 Katlnintui chooTfnllT

fimilnln.'-l.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE. PA.

Plea.se mention the American Flo-
rist every time yoti write any of the
advertisers on this page.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.

Are ready witli a full stock of seasonable goods for Spring

Weddings, Commencements and all occasions where

floral decorations are used.

Baskets in all approved forms, celluloid, gold and silver; Jardinieres and

Ferneries, Doves, Dried and Artificial Flowers, Wheat Sheaves, Metal

Wreaths and Memorial Designs, Letters, Ribbons and Tinfoil.

All salable goods. Send for catalogue. Special attention
given to filling sample orders.

H. BAYERSDORFER 8z: CO.,

WHOLESALE ONLY. 56 No. Fourth Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest and finest stock tn the United
States . Write for prices to

8. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St.. Jersey City, N. J.

FOK SALE BY:-A. Uermann.K.B. McAllister
Heed \ Kellar, N. Steffens. New York; W. C. Krlck
Brooklyn, N. v.; H. Bayersdorfer & Co.. Phlla.; J.M.
McCullouKh'8 Sons and 11. L. Sunderbruch. Cincinnati,
O.; J. M. Gassur. Cleveland, O.; I). B. Long. BnlTalo. N.
Y.; J. C. VauKlian, Chicago: Wisconsin Klower Ex-
change. Milwaukee; Wra, Klllson, St. Ixiuls; Ed. S.
Schmkl, Washlnk.ton. I). C; li. W. Currey \ Co.. Nash-
ville. Tenn.; T. W. Wood * Sons, Richmond, Va.; C.
J. Virgin. New Orleans. La.; C. A. Kuehn. St. Louis: N.
K. McCarthy ,\; Co.. Boston. Mass.; F. C. Huntington
& Co.. Indianapolis, ind

MflRSGfiUETZ & GO.,

Florlsis' SuDDiies.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Send for ^"'■''"'""' . r— ^

World's
Pair.

MEDAL AWARDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. I i;j Nortll 4tli SIrril,
SciKl for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

<;.\s-i.if» r.\Ti:N r zinc .ioints for laii

ting gliiHH tnaki.'N greenlioUKi>Nalr and watertight; also
liri-v<.ntfi Mllding ami hri'akag*; rroiii front. Dim-h not
'■■iNl «" niiirli to heat a houw glii/crl wllh the lolnt.*
llM.ri-hy roiving enough In tui'l U) inori' than piiv lhi.
joMlllonal cv.nl of gla/.lrig Thi' leaillng llorlnli. ol llir
i-'inntry are uHlrig them Write frir clrcularn wllli lull
IMirtlrularn and |irh-«. lint

J. M. QASSER. Florist,

KiK'llil ,\« , (I.KVi:!. \M>, (I.

EVANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

WrlLo for Illii(ilriit4'(l CitJiIuuiii'

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS, Richmond, Ind.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.
Addrest all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

BailBfacturB THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

sizes l>^-lnch and 2-lnch, $2.0U per 100. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 5U0 letters we give away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.

Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

AdE.srs: A. ltolker,S; Sons, New York; Marschuetz
& Co.. 25 N.4th Street, rhiladclplila. I'a.; K. K. Mc-
Allister. 22 Dey St.. N. Y.; Krnst Kaiifniaiin ,4 Co.. IIH
,N.4thSt., Philadelphia. Pa.; H. Bavcrsdorfcr & Co.,
Philadelphia, Pa.; A.I). Perry & Cii.. ;B Warren St..
Syracuse, N. Y.; A. C. Kendal. \\h (Inlarlo St.. Cleve-
land. ().; E. n. Hunt. ?.l Lake St.. Chicago; Wisconsin
Klower Exchange. l;U Mason St.. Mllkwaukce. Wis ;
H. Sunderbruch. 4th and Walnut St.s.. Cincinnati. O ;
T. W. Wood .t Sous, nth and Marshall Sts. Itlchmond.
Va. ; .las. Vlck'sSons, Uocliester, N. Y.; Dan'l B. Ijong.
Buiralo. N. Y.; C. A. Kuehn. St. I^ouls. Mo.; C. V.
Huntington & Co., Indianapolis. Ind ; Z. I>e Forest
Klv .■« Co.. \au Market St.. I'hlladclphla. Pa ; Portland
Seed Co.. 171 2iid St.. Portland, Oregon: A, llernnan.
11;', l';.:;itti St.Ncw N'ork: <ieo. A, Sutherland. i;7 Broui-
Hcld M . Boston; Welch Bros.. .N'o. lA Beacon St., Bos-
ton; N. F. McCarthy,'!; Co.. 1 Music Hall Place, Boston.

.1. A. Sluiiuers. Toronto, tint.. Agent for Canada.

W.C.KRICK'S

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.

'rtu'HO lettiTH nri'

nijiilr .it' tho Ix'sl. llil-
iiHirtclli'M, ulix'il on
\v<»nl nr Mu-t4il IniiiioH
liuvtnK luilt'.Hdrllled In
(hem to Insert tooth-
picks, hy which to
I'li^^tvn thi'iiiln thtwte-
^l^:n. All I n Irl nno-
iii.MilM iTif-rriitotl.

■Miicli Lelterw.St.Ott

per 1(10.

roMtdk'e, 16ctw. pur lUO.

Ik'furo purcliiKtInK
Kcir.l fur freo Hiiiiipio
mihI rii t II lo^iiu iind
i-'impiirr w 1 1 h II n y
'iiluT letter on I ho
Mi:ii'ki'l.

W. C, KRICK, 1287 B'dway. Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale by all Florists' Supply Dealers.

PATENTQ

I Trade. Miirks, Copyrights, Etc. ^^1

I GHflNDLEE & MflGflULEy,vl/

Atlantic Buildinn. 'WASHINQTON, D. C.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

925

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired golns through your bouses two or
three timea a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one ata time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay lor V If you are

We have got joBt the thing von need, the NETVEST
and BEST thing out. "The New Departure for
about half the cost of the old style. 3end for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

Every florist, market gardener, ownerof lawn, grass-
plat or flower-bed. In fact everyone who has a faucet
and hose sliould have the Kinney Puujp (patent ap-

f)lled for) for applying liquid manure, fungicides and
nsecticldes to plants Feed your plants, fertilize your
lawns by using liquid manure. The cheapest, simplest
and most sclentiflc spraying pump in use. Sent pre-
paid for j^i.5U— spraying valve attachment 5Pc. Pump
complete KJ-OO. Send for circular. Address

HOSE CONNECTION CO., Kingston. Rhode Island.

Only 29 Klngstons In the U. S. Get the state straight.

"They are a good thing." "A very valuable labor
saving device."— W. N. Rrnn. Secy Mt. Greenwood
Cemetery Asso.. 111.

"The most valuable labor saving Invention I ever
used."— C. E. Weld, Rosllndale. Mass.

183 A\oNRpE .Street-

•■•CHICAGO- ■

YOU CAN

SAVE MONEY BY

PURCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter.

The best thing of the kind ever invented for green-
house use. Send for description and price list.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO..
ail Freeport Street, BOSTON, SLASS.

THt-BOyNTON-PURNflG£-GO.

Sole Manufacturers of

BOYNTON'S FURNACES,
RANGES,^
HOT WATER HEATERS,
STEAM HEATERS, ETC.

207 1 209 Water Street, NEW YOBK.
^^ 195 1 197 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

N. A. BOYNTON. President.

C. B. BOYNTON. Vice-President.

E. E. DICKINSON, Secy & Treas.

Send for catalogue and prices

ESTABLISHED 1849.
INCORPORATED 1884.

TELEPHONE 5179.

C. E.' MANNY: j Managers. Chicago.

FOUNDRY : Pacific Ave., Jersey City, N. J.

VICTORY I VICTORY ! VICTORY !

The only Certificate ol Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Conventionwas to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no ctiain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

EJ. Hir»I»A.I«r>, 'STovtja.gsto'wia, 01a.lo.

^theMALTESE cross BRAND

THEVERYBEST or GARDEN & lAWN

M. 01 Si ^

r v| JPyourdealerdoesTiot haveiLscud direct to Iheinaiiuf^ctuTers

■ 3S Wa.en Street, J|jg ggg pgf pjj J g^JJgf ^ [Jq,

70 Lal(e Street,
CHICAGO.

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDte,
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a host
can be applied.
Sizes, ^-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serviceable
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is an infringement on one or more of our
Patents. The rights secured to us render each individual dealer or user responsible for such unlawful
use vrith all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO,
Sole Mt'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Grip Armored Hose Patents, 49 Warren Street, New Yn."-
.t. C. VAUGhAN, Agent, CHICAGO.

SFRING STEEL DAUANlZEIi:

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

•CYPRESS*

It

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Mention American FloriBt.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

GURNEY

Hot -Water Heaters

'OR Greenhouses.

Send for a copy of our Imk
to heat »mr hi

k "How hest

UWt'S."

GURNEY HOT-WATER HEATER CO.

163 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON.

Branch Office: .'iO Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Illinois.

Selling Agencies: Johnson & Co., 71 John St., New

York City. J. 0. F. Traclisel. 116 Arch St.. Philadelphia.

The Directory

IS NOW READY.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

-C»ICA.GtO.

926

The American Florist.

April 26,

Trading on Death.

One of the daily papers justly scores a
florist in one of our large cities who has
passed the bounds of all decency in solic-
iting orders for funeral work. The daily
relates the case as follows:

"Not long ago the treasurer of one of
the theaters passed away. The florist in
question heard of the death and immed-
iately hastened to a telegraph office,
where he indited messages to the mana-
gers of well-known dramatic and oper-
atic stars in various parts of the country.
These messages related briefly the death
of the treasurer and concluded with these
words: 'Shall we send floral piece to
funeral for you? Can insure you good
press notice.' Think of it! A thrift which
trades on death. And journalism must
lend itself to the ghastly scheme by in-
dorsing it through 'good press notices.'
No reputable business man would sink so
low as to solicit business by such ques-
tionable methods. That florist is one of
the meanest men since Adam."

The serious injury to the standing and
dignity of the trade by such bitttr criti-
cisms of those who disgrace it is difficult
to calculate. While it may be impossible
to drum the ghouls out ot the profession
certainly some steps should be taken to
protect the fair name of the trade in the
matter, for in the average mind the stain
attaches to all the florists to a greater or
less degree. We hold that the matter is of
sufficient importance for the national soci-
ety to take action upon. Let it be made a
qualification for membership that the ap-
plicant can show a clean record, free from
any stain through theemployment of dis-
reputable methods to obtain business.
Let the public be well and thoroughly in-
formed that the representative national
association of the trade repudiates with
disgust and loathing all who so trans-
gress the bounds of decency as the man
referred to in the extract we havequoted.

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Hond for ( ImilurH and TfHtlnKiiiliilH.

Addr«. t,ocici:,A-Pfr>, o.

ir.n i 1(11 ■-oiiiii I iriii \>.-., .n«w YktU.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Ktmtf lloasmi. Connvrratorlrii, ffir., «tc.

SOLD DN THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

«4

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried ofi' highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. 1^1 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St.. Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, I.. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution ol the firmof Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
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April 26,

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. Rates, etc P14

American Boiler Co. . .'."SS
Anchorage Kose Co.. , '.rs

Antbonv J T '.'18 '.■-'2

Baker Phebe A i'lS

Bailer FA '.'iS

Bassett Je Washburn.. PIT
Bayersdorter U s Co . .'.'-'4

Bar Sute Hdw Co '.'25

BergerU U 4 Co '.'li;

Blanc A '.M.'^

BonsallJos B '.T-

Boston Letter Co
BowTnanvlIle Pottery,
Boynton h'nniact' C",
Breck Joseph i Sons.
Brlgps Mrs .Maud M.
Bnjwn Peter.,

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Brown R 8 i Sons. '.ISO
Brown 4 Canfleld. .'A'i '.'K

Bunting Samuel J 918

Bums i Raynor '.US

Borrow JG 92;

Carman R W 'J23

C&rmody J D !25

Chandlee A Macauley.924
Chicago Folding Box

Co 9U

Corbreyi McKellar...9U

Connelly John J 921

Cottage Gardens The. .921
Cox Seed 1: Plant Co .91.^

Crabb & Hunter 9a

Crltchell B P i Co.... 923

DalUedouie Bros 920

Deamad J B & C0..9U 91 j
De Lamater Iron Wk8.927

DlUonJL its

Domer Fred 4 Son 921

Dreer H A 91B

EUlott WH 914

KUIsonWm 914

EngleW J 921

Essex Heights Floral

Co 921

Farrant Ge<3 91S

Felhelm Lyman 924

Felthousen J E 920

Fisher Peter 4 Co 921

Fravell Mrs Geo R 922

Gardner John G 920

Gasser J M 924

Olbeon JC 9i;'

Gonzalez F 4 Co 9'Jl

Gordon Park Greenh's.917

GrllBthN S 923

Gumey Heater Co — 925
Gutta Percba 4 Rubber

MlgCo 925

Ball Ann 926

Halle H F 918

Hancock 4 Son 921

Hart 4 Grouse 92ti

Hartford HB 914

llclss J B 917

Uerb Peter 'J21

Uerr Albert M 921

Hemiianns Seed Store I'M

Hews A II4CO 928

Hllflnger Bros 926

Hill EG4CO 913

Ulppard E 925

Illtchlngs 4 Co 928

Ho.jker II MCo Wr.

IIorarEdwC 915

Hose Cunnecllon Co. ..165

UulsebrjKb Bro« 916

Hunt K H 916

Hanler Frank D 916

James K H 913

Jennings K B 922

Jones I II 9)9

J(Kjeten r H 918

Jordan Floral Co 91T

Kiid(.-n Herman 919

Kautmann Ernst 4Co.'.>24

Kennlcr>tt Bros Co '**I6

Krick WC 9-J4

Krrjeacbell Bros Co l»2r

Kuehn C A 914

La Roche 4 Stahl ;H4

Lockland Lumber Co.. .926

Long Dan'l B 914 9'23

Lonsdale Edwin '.121

Lord 4 Bumham C.o...'.*27
McBeth Thos A & Co. .ItM

McBrlde Alex . 921

McCarthy N F 4 Co 915

McCrea & Cole 917

McDonald Bros 927

.McFarland J H 915

McFsrland J H Co 916

Manda W A 'J20

Manz J 4 Co 925

.Marsh I N 92;

Mar8cbuetz4 Co 924

May John N '917 921

May L L4 Co 922

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co 913

Mill ang Bros 916

Monlnger Jno C 928

Nanz 4 Neuner '.r22

National Plant Co 917

NUes Centre Floral Co. 913

Oasis Nursery Co 916

Olsen 4 Hughes 915

Ouwerkerk P 919

Parmenter Mfg Co i'2(>

Peannan EC 916

Pennock C J 921

PennockSamI 8 914

Plerson F R Co 919

Pittsburg Clay Mfg Co.'.t23

Povall MrsET 923

Purvis Mrs li J 913

Quaker City Mach Co. .924

Randall A L 915

Reed Glass Co 936

Beed4K3ller 924

Relnberg Bros 915 917

Renard Joseph 921

RobertsDH 926

BoehrsThao 915

RolkerA48on8....923 924

RussellS J 9'i4

8ander4Co 918

Schiller & Co !H6

Scollay John A 927

SheUnlre WR 919

Sheridan WF 91a

Slebrccht 4 Wadley. . . .918

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Smith Nathan 4 Son. ..913
Speelman C J 4 Sons. .916

Spooner Wm H 917

StemmlerT W 917

Streby SO 919

Struck J N 4 Bro '.r25

Sunderbruch H L....914
Sunset Seed 4 Plant Co917

Sutherland Geo A 914

Swayne Edward 'J21

Syracuse Pottery Co... 126

Trlcker Wm 913

UlbrlchtFJ 9'23

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Van Home Qrlffen 4

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Van Zonneveld Bros 4

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Vaugban J C 'Ml

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V08P& Co 916

Waterbur, Rubber Co. 925

Waterer U 919

Weathereds8onsTW.927

Weeber4Uon 916

Welch Bros 915

Whllldln Pot Co ..9ai

Williams 4 Sons Co . ..'.«J

Wlltbold George 921

Wolf E B 927

WoinL Mfg Co 927

Wood Bros 923

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MAY 3, 1894.

No. 309

fLHIll ^l!liil!@/i^ lFl!r@lSI!l^7

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter,

Published every Thursday by

The American Florist Company.

333 Dearborn Street, Chicagro.

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To Europe, $2.00.

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AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY.

p. O. Drawer 164, CHICAGO.
Eastern Office : 67 Bromfield St., Kogton.

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS.

J. T. ANTHONT, Chicago, president: Robert Kift,
Philadelphia, vice-president : Wm. J. Stewakt, ti?
Bromfletd St., Boston, Mass., secretary; M. A. Hunt,
Terre Haute, Ind., treasurer. Tenth annual meeting
at Atlantic City, N. J .. August, 1894.

CONTENTS

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Funeral of the late Myron A. Hunt .

Carnations — Notes

— A word for the bench

— Carnation Kcina Craig

Crescent wreath (illus)

Coleus new and old

American seedling roses

Hardy flowers for May

Decay of callas (illuS-)

Trees for city use

Philodendroiis

Bunch of Uncle John carnations (illus.) .... 933

Counting^ lily blooms on the plant 933

The one judge system 9:33

Blunders in the mail service 933

Hyacinths and tulips (illus.) 934

Foreign notes .... 934

Crossed palm leaves and garland (illus.) .... 935

New York 935

Philadelphia 935

Acacias (illus.) 936

Boston 9:36

Chicago 937

Anthracnose of dieffenbachias (illus.) .... 938

St. Louis . 938

Catalogues received 938

Crude oil for fuel 938

News notes 9139

Cincinnati 910

The seed trade 944

Clamp iron for swing shelf (illus.) 914

Toronto 946

St. Paul, Minn 918

Worcester, Mass 950

Some "poutry" 952

A remarkable case 9,52

Another specimen 952

Hot water under pressure 954

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Funeral of the late Myron A. Hunt.

The earthly remains of Myron A. Hunt
were laid to rest in Highland Lawn Cem-
etery, Terre Haute, Ind., last Thursday,
April 26, with most impressive and appro-
priate ceremonies. In addition to his hosts
of local friends and neighbors, and the flo-
rists of his own city, there were present
from adistance the followingfriendsinthe
trade: W. G. Bertermann, Anthony Wieg-
and and H. Rieman, Indianapolis; Fred
Dorner,LaFayette, Ind.; E. G. Hill, Rich-
mond, Ind.; J. M. Jordan and E. H. Michel,
St. Louis; J. T. Anthony, J. C. Vaughan, P.
J. Hauswirth, E. H. Hunt and wife, Miss
S. Chandler, and G. L. Grant, Chicago;
J. D. Carmody, Evansville, Ind.; J. S.
Stuart, Anderson, Ind.; W. W. Coles,
Kokomo, Ind.; R. R. Miller, Hinsdale, 111.

The funeral services were held at the
First Congregational Church, of which
Mr. Hunt was a member, and were con-
ducted by the Rev. Mr. Crum, pastor of
the church, assisted by Mr. E. G. Hill, a
close and intimate lifelong friend of our
departed brother. The pall bearers in-
cluded four members of the church and
four friends in the trade as follows: John
G. Heinl, Terre Haute; W.G. Bertermann,
Indianapolis; Fred Dorner, LaFayette,
and J. M. Jordan, St. Louis. The church
was handsomely decorated with plants
contributed jointly by John G. Heinl and
his brother Lawrence Heinl, and on the
platform were arranged among the plants
the numerous floral tributes. Among the
latter were a pillow, from the Societv of
Indiana Florists; a standing anchor, from
the New York Florists' Club; a crescent
wreath of roses, valley and cattleyas,
from the Chicago Florists' Club; a wreath
of camellia leaves, tied with purple ribbon ,
from the St. Louis Florists' Club; a hand-
some bunch of Uncle John carnations, ar-
ranged with Asparagus plumosus, from
Mr. Fred Dorner, LaFayette, Ind.; a pair
of cycas leaves bearing a crescent wreath
of superb Bride and Bridesmaid roses,
irom E. Wienhoeber, Chicago; a crescent
wreath, from John G. Heinl, Terre Haute;
a cross, from Lawrence Heinl, Terre
Haute; a pair of palm leaves, from the
local Y. M. C. A.; a shield from the local
Christian Endeavor Society, and others.

After the usual funeral ceremonies of the
Congregational Church were concluded
Mr. E. G. Hill delivered a very affecting
address on the life of his and our dead
friend. He said Mr. Hunt had entered
the profession at a trying time in its his-
tory and had done much to assist in ad-
vancing it to its present dignity and stand-
ing. He quoted the well known remark
of Canon Hole: "He who would have
beautiful roses in his garden must have
beautiful roses in his heart," and said
"Myron A. Hunt had beautiful flowers —
beautiful roses, in his heart and he nour-
ished them with beautiful thoughts and
an abiding love. He loved them next to

his Creator and the wife of his bosom. I
well remember the look of admiration and
love on his kindly face as he showed me a
flower of a beautiful seedling rose he had
grown, saying: 'What a lovely thing it
is! A gift to us from God, who vouch-
safes to man so many beautiful things!'
He loved everything in nature, which he
accepted as visible manifestations of the
goodness of the Creator to man. He was
always an earnest supporter of the right
and an opponent of the wrong. He was
always found on the right side. No man
can say that he ever received aught but
evenhanded justice from Myron A. Hunt.
And one of the most beautiful phases of
his character was his tender love for her
who had been his companion and help-
meet for more than a quarter of a cen-
tury. The relations between this wedded
pair were truly ideal. Let me read you
the dedication of the useful and valuable
book he recently contributed to the liter-
ature of the profession, 'How to grow
cut flowers.' From this you can see the
wealth of love for her that surged in his
heart. It is as follows: 'To her who has
walked by my side for nearly a quarter of
a century, has tenderly cared for me in
sickness, cheered me in days of adversity,
and earned her full share of the rest that
has come with the eventide of life, to my
loved wife in this volume dedicated.'
Every word came from his heart and we
who know the intensity of his nature can
understand what a shock to his reason
was the announcement that this beloved
wife was hopelessly insane — that while
the body remained, the soul with which
he had so long been in loving communion
had fled to return no more. The cord
that held both souls had broken, and his
had gone to resume above the compan-
ionship so rudely rent here. The act that
took the semblance of life from that clay
was not the act of Myron A. Hunt but of
the body from which the soul had already
taken its flight."

Mr. Hill gave also a brief outline of the
life of his friend, as 4^vered in our an-
nouncement in last iffiie.and related var-
ious incidents illustrating his noble quali-
ties of mind and heart. At times he was
so deeply affected that4jje found difficulty
in continuing and there were few drj-ej^es
in the church when he concluded.

Pastor Crum also related numerous in-
stances of Mr. Hunt's earnest religious
feeling, his generosity and benevolence,
and his active interest in all that would
advance the cause of Christianity.

At the grave the ceremonies were brief
and simple and on this beautiful spring
day the mortal remains of Myron A.
Hunt were placed in the bosom ofmother
earth in a lovely spot overlooking the
broad valley of the Wabash. Peace to his
ashes.

Mr. John G. Heinl generously took upon

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May 3^

himsell the task of caring tor the mem-
bers of the profession trom a distance
who had been called to Terre Haute by
the sad evtnt. The visitors gathered at
his store as they arrived and he had pro-
vided conveyance to the residence, which
is some three miles from the centre of the
city. In the evening all dined with him
and enjoyed his hospitalitj- and that of
his charming wife and family until the
time of departure of the various trains.

Mr. Hunt's affairs are left in an unfor-
tunate condition. His will, made some
time since, leaves everything to his wife
and makes herexecutorof theinstrument.
As she is now insane she is of course in-
capable of acting. While the family have
of course given these matters no thought
as yet, it would seem that it will be nec-
essary to ask tie Probate Court to ap-
point a conservator for Mrs. Hunt and
that he be given power to administer the
estate. Of the seven children five are
minors. The oldest son, who bears his
father's given name, is 26 years of age
(and not 20 as an error made it appear
in last issue). He is married and is study-
ing with a view to becoming an architect.
He was unfortunately in Naples, Italy, at
the time of his father's death and of
course it was impossible for him to reach
home in time for the funeral. The other
two sons are aged 19 and 17 respectively.

The following from the Terre Haute
Gazelle oi K'^iW 23 gives fuller details re-
garding the unfortunate event than we
were able to secure in time for our last
iasne.

"The many friends of Mr. M. A. Huut, whoowns
the rosar>' southeast of the city, will be greatly
shocked to leam that, about 5 o'clock this morn-
ing, he shot himself through the heart, dying
protmbly instantly. About five o'clock one of the
men who works about the greenhouses heard a
pistol shot and entering the room formerly occu-

Sicd by Mr. Hunt as an office, found hira lying
ead with a bullet hole through his heart. He bad
DO clothing OD except an undershirt, a nightgown
and a pair of slippers. The pLstol, used by him
for self defense in his journeys, was lying by his
side and the lefl hand, which fired the fatal shot,
was blackened with the burnt powder. Scarcely
any blood was seen on the floor or on his gar-
ments, the hemorrhage having been internal. Mr.
Hunt left his bed this morning while all his fam-
ily were asleep and proceeded to his greenhouses
which are possibly ;iOO yards east of his residence,
without having been seen by any one.

"There is not the least doubt that Mr. Hunt was
insane. Early in January he began to have vio-
lent pains in his head. While in Chicago on bus-
iness about the middle of January his wife was
tclegrai>hed to go there as he was very sick. She
found him in an almost uncon.sciou8 condition and
suflfenng from terrible pains in his head and sev-
eral weeks passed before he was able to return
home. In the meantime Mrs. Hunt became in-
sane, owing partly, doubtless, to her great anxiety
for her husband. 'This greatly depressed him and
be became gloomy and taciturn, declining, as a
general thing, to receive calls from old acijuaint-
ancea and friends who would have been glad to
sympathize with him. He has for some months
put given but littie personal attention to his bus-
faess. his sons and employes having looked alter
his aflairs.

"During these months, thouch formerly a regu*
Isr attenoant at the Congregational church, he
has l*een able to go but a few times. He Ihih m.'ide
mtstakes in business an<l there have been incieatv-
Ing Nymptoms for several weeks that his mind
was giving way under the terrible strain of his
family troubles and his continued ill health. Me
has been able to sleep but a little for Hfjnic weeks
after two or three o'clock in the morning, whrn
his dreadful headaches would coniinrncr', during
the awful pnroxysnis of which he lins seemed at
times tem{><>riirlly insane and the family have
been carefully wnlcliing him for s<Miir lime, fear-
ing some such d«-iK«iemeiil. Vei»lenlay he was
free from i»«iii and <M*rme<l comforlnblr and vrry
hapt'V It )•> I'T'.ti.-iblr that early this itiornlng Ins
usu:i iriM- on again, and rliiring the at-

Uck il'-

"^ ,\tt .Mrs Hunt was taken to IJr

Kiel' ' 'isytuin at IndiaiiatKiliN. Alxjut

ten '' was brought hoiii'- ngnlii, her

famii^ .. 'h-'il the change might l»enefit

her, but .the iMpidly grrw worse anil last Saturday
the pai>ers were nindr out and she was sent to the
Stale Asylum in Indiana[K>li«.

"Friend* who <lrove out from the city early this
morning, immediately on receipt of tlie dreadful

news, say the most pathetic sight of their lives
they witnessed in the greenhouse, where the body
of this kind and gentle grey haired man lay sur-
rounded by the almost frantic members of the
family.

"No scrap of paper could be found evcept a tab-
let in the house on which Mr. Hunt was seen
wilting yesterday. There are four verses addressed
to his wife, recalling the bright and happy days
of their youth, expressing the hope that they
misht take no their old lives again here on earth
aua the belief that, if this isdenied, they will meet
in the life beyond. Few lines of deeper pathos
have ever been written.

"lu the greenhouse Mr. Hunt apparently wrote
nothing this niorniug, but he took with him a
locket containing something presented to him by
his wife also jewels which were the gift of the
Christian Endeavor Society. He pushed his night
shirt aside and fired directly over his heart.

"The family has the sympathy of the entire
community. Mr. Hunt lefl a married daughter
who lives in Boston, a married sou, Mr. Myron
Hunt, an architect who is studying in Europe,
and three daughters and two sons who are still
living at home. They are Misses Kittie, Fanny
and Sarah and Messrs. George and Charles.

"Mr. Hunt had a very prosperous business and
was in easy circumstances. He had recently pur-
chased a beautiful site on the bluffnear his pres-
ent residence, which he had graded and planted
with trees and was expecting to build upon soon.
He was one ol Terre Haule's very best citizens.
He was generous to a fault and was one of the
strongest supporters of the Congregational church
and the Y. M. C. A., of which he was a member.
His death is a public loss and he \vill long be re-
membered with aflTection."

It may be well to add here that the ru-
mor circulated by a daily press dispatch
to the effect that Mr. Hunt was in finan-
cial difficulties had absolutely no founda-
tion whatever. The accounts of the var-
ious societies of which he was treasurer
are all in first-class shape.

Carnations.

On account of the backward spring
there are quite a number of carnations
not yet planted out, and it may be well
to consider a few points on that phase of
carnation culture. In a former number I
gave my ideas regarding the plantingout
of carnations, but a difference in the sea-
son sometimes necessitates a differer.ce in
one's plans. This is a business in which
no iron clad rules can be laid down to be
governed by, we must be governed by the
weather and a hundred other variable
circumstances. A carnation to make a
real good plant should be planted out
not later than May 15th. It being
already a little late, extra care should be
taken in planting. The ground should be
freshly plowed and the plants put in just
preceding a rain. Our weather statis-tics
arc near enough correct for us to tell
when th.'it will be. By using freshly
plowed ground you will have a nice damp
soil to plant in, and to make assurance
doubly sure you should not rush the
plants in carelessly, as is sometimes done
to get to another job. Carnntionsorciio
longer a secondary (lower nnd they should
not Ik: given secondary treatment. Plant
them carefully and (inn the soil well
around the plantH. If the niiii clots not
come on schedule timegoalongnnd tramp
them in cnrelully before they get a chance
to dry out too much.

Under no circunistaiuesput a plant out
dry; if you are planting in nice moi«t soil
have the plants nice nnri moist nnd if the
soil Hhould happen to lie very dry have
your plants (julte wet, thcexcessol moist-
ure on them will then moisten the soil

immediately around the roots sufficiently
to carry them for quite a while without
rain. My policy always has been to plant
out, as stated, immediately before a rain,
no matter how dry the soil might be. It
is a pretty safe rule to not water them in
the field; of course there are occasional ex-
ceptions, but they should be actually suf-
fering for water before it is given them in
the field and then they should be watered
very heavy; it is a mistake to put a little
water on the surface, which does more
injur V than good.

Another safe rule to follow is to allow
no careless or new employee to plant out
your carnations. There are three periods
in a carnation's life that should have the
best of attention to make a success of
them; first to get a good cutting, second
to get them started nicely in the field, and
third to get them started nicely in the
house; all of these done well bv men who
know how to do it and you are on a fair
road to success; done carelessly and you
are on the road to failure.

Most of us are working men and I find
it a good plan to work right along with
my men when planting out and show
them by example how to do it and see
that they do it as good as myself or get out
of the patch; there are no half way
measures allowable in so important a
job. Albert M. Herr.

A Word for the Bench.

In the Florist of April 19th Mr. Herr
gives the cold shoulder to the bench sys-
tem of growing carnations. My exper-
ience being strongly in favor of benches, I
would like to testify in their behalf, for
the benefit perhaps of the man who is
still "on the fence" in the matter of beds
vs. benches. Right here I will say, if 3'ou
have a light, sandy soil, then the soi! —
solid bed — will no doubt fiUthe bill to the
best advantage. If you are favored with
a good strong loam (that will cut tw.)or
more tons of timothy to the acre ) then I be-
lieve that four or five inches of such soil,
coupled with liberal feeding in the shape of
fine old manure applied as top dressing,
will give a better average in quantity .qual-
ity, and net cash results than can be ob-
tained by growing in solid beds.

In advocating the bench, I do not lose
sight of the fact that some varieties of
carnations will do better in beds than
benches; perhaps the strong growing
kinds, although in mv bench of Hectors
— measured this day — I have hundreds of
blooms that can be cut with 2' 2 to 3 ft.
stems.

I opine Mr. Hcrrwillrcadily admit that,
given a strong soil, the bench svstem has
the call from Nov. 1st to Maj' 1st. Now
then, (rom May 1st on, let us see i( we
can make a good showing. Referring to
my sales account for June, 1893, I find
40(1 l'\ Mangold plants gave me 4,225
long blooms, l.OGO short, this alter con-
tinuous cutting (rom Octohcr 10,1892.
At this date, April 25, 1S94, my house,
100.120, containing 2,200 mixed plants
(benches all) is in very fine condition, and
promises 2.'i7i/ better average than 1 got
last year. My preparation forbusiness is:

Sods cut and piled in early spring, mixed
with ofie-thini (ine horse maiuire; kept
wet to rot; turned over in August. He-
fore pl:ieing in bench 1 like to put on
bench bottom 1 inch of coarse niamiie.
In the matter of lop dressing I apjily
from Ist to middle of J.inuary one-halt to
one inch I'cry fitic horse manure; .'ind .-igain
in M.'ireh.

The above method h.is thus far been
satislaetory to me. li. O. Ukidok.

Woliurn, Mass.

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LATE MYRON A. HUNT BY THE CHICAGO FLORIST CLUB.

Carnation Edna Craig.

We mail to-day a photograph of a bed
of Edna Craig carnations, the variety
that has proven disappointing to so
many growers this season. Among all
the varieties that we aregrowing this one
has proven the most satisfactory both in
freedom of bloom, health, and selling
qualities. This picture was taken when
the crop was slightly past its prime, and
does not show the crop at its very best.
We have cut three such crops as this one,
during the season, the color running very
regular in all of them.

The Highland Floral Co.
H. M. Altick, Sec'y. and Treas.

Dayton, 0.

[The photo showed a bench of plants
in good crop. The success mentioned is
simply additional evidence of the now
well established fact that a variety may
do finely at one place and still be worth-
less at others. The soil and conditions sup-
plied by our correspondent have evidently
met the needs of this carnation and suc-
cess has followed. Edna Craig was full
of promise when introduced. But the fact
that it has since "petered out," in the soil
of the introducer, under the same condi-
tions that contributed to its first success

would indicate that the
decidedly unreliable. — Ed.]

varietv is

Coleus New and Old.

LOOKING FORWARD AND BACKWARD.

I am reminded by reading an article
very recently on the carnation how very
much you can look backwards and for-
wards at the wonderful genus of which
the coleus is our most familiar acquaint-
ance. Tacitus, the Roman historian, in-
forms us that on his visit to Great Brit-
ain, A. D. 49, he found a species of this
plant, which annoyed him very much by
stinging his bare legs when walking
through the thickets of that barbarous
country. It was then he made use of that
immortal couplet "Cosmopolite idiosyn-
crasy supersensitiveness," which boiled
down into modern Anglo-Saxon means
"you darned stinging creature." The pe
culiar idiosyncrasy of this plant was its
fluctuating environment. You never
knew when you were encroaching on the
sanctity of his environment until you felt
his sting. Eighteen centuries passed and
notwithstanding the royal blood of a
past dynasty it has never improved, it is
not even an "Ultima Thule" to please the
csthelical cosmopolitan of this compara-

tively enlightened age. From many
thousand miles away a plant was intro-
duced some 50 years ago and this is the
parent of all our glorious many colored
coleus. By the natural law of evolution
and the work of man and artificial selec-
tion they attained a few years ago the
zenith of their popularity, the blotches
and stripes and various shades of their
coloring and still unfolding possibilities
bidding us looking forward in the hope
that we may some day possess a coleus
embodying all the defiantly beautiful, be-
witchingly impiessive, evolving better-
ments, flashing colors, deserving the
salvos of a'l future generations in the
mighty to come, possessing the constitu-
tion that will resist from the cradle of in-
fancy the tendency not to deteriorate un-
der the unavoidable modified diversified
environment existing in the coleus belt;
in fact inheriting such sexual ancestral
forces with such a focalized occult force of
heredity that it won'c b: troubled with
mealy bug. W. S.

American Seedling Roses.

We are glad to learn that Mr. Fred.
Dorner, La Fayette, Ind., has taken up
the rose and now has many crossed flow-

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Mays,

ers setting seed. Mr. Elmer D. Smith,
Adrian, Mich., is also raising seedling
roses, and Mr. E. G. Hill has a large
number of seedlings coming on. In the
greenhouses of the late M. A. Hunt are
several plants bearing seed, the flowersof
which have been crossed. One hep on a
Kaiserin crossed with American Beauty
was verv full and will soon be ripe. He
had also crossed theKaiserin with Jacque-
minot. There are probably others at
work and we may soon expect to hear
of nnmerous American grown seedlings
of promise.

Hardy Flowers for May.

I don't know how it may be with you
on the prairies, but here at the East there
is a verv large and growing proportion of
people who have a hankering after the
good, old fashioned border flowers. That
they are still more likely to be in demand
is 1 think very likely. If florists, cottag-
ers, and amateurs can but be led to aim
for special seasonal displays of such
plants, rather than the hap-hazard and
promiscuous arrangements commonly
seen, they will be able to point with more
pride to' their achievements. As a small
contribution to this end I give you a list
of a few of the spring blooming plants,
both in small shrubs and herbaceous
plants, which if only brought together in
any one place will be absolutely sure to
make a sensation— strong in proportion
to the taste displayed in their disposition
and blending.

Just here I wish to say a word to the
ladies; I want them to do some little mi-
sionary work, and as but few of them
read the Florist, I want the florists to
urge it upon them.

I am down upon the practicesof the un-
skilled laborers, black, white, and yellow,
who pose as jobbing gardeners. These
poor vandals absolutely ruin nine-tenths
of the spring flowering shrubs all over
North America. They start in with a
garden shears at the close of winter and
modishly, sheepishly, follow each other,
and vie with each other in "trimming"
them, and robbing them of their flower-
ing wood, and every vestige of grace and
material expression. One of the great
railway corporations (I depart from my
usual practice and name it, for it hasn't a
soul to harrow'), the Pennsylvania, is a
prominent leader in this barbaric work.
I wish I could get at the President; I
would try and discover if he knew any
■ingle thing on carih about other better-
ments than railway l>cttcrmcnts, and if
be would apply it to the shrub-butcters
all along his system. Maybe some of
your readers know him, if so, do please
beg of him to issue a simple order to his
"Shearers" forbidding them to touch the
shruljs unlit after jflowfring, excepting
the nllheas and hydrangeas. Simple
thinning ol old and dead wood,andgros8
straggling growths, is all most shrubs
require. Uon't forget it, for I have known
these men work themselves and their
abominable practices into positions which
arc pointed to ns "patterns" for the com-
munity; a tendency only too common if
ten cents can be made by the lauflalion.
Hy far the greater portion of the taste
and progrcssof American gnrilcning must
dejicnd upon the florists and the Indies,
and they should apply thcmstlvrs in tini-
ion to the correction of a mnnifcst evil—
and that immedin'.ely.

With the larger shrubs thinned and get-
ting a living show, the following list may
l»c used to emiiellish many and many a
garden ami render it a (>erennial and
chnrnctcristir pleasure. The florist him-

DECAY OF OALLA

self, if he will set the pace.can often make
more from garden than from greenhouse
plants or 1 am much mistaken.

Among small shrubs worthy his atten-
tion are Bcrbcris aquifolia, Daphne Cneo-
ruiii, Prunus Japonica.Rhodora canaden-
sis. Rhododendron (Azalea) amoena.
Early t'.cm, etc., Spira;a Thunbcrgi, Xan-
thoccras sorbifolia.

And of herbaceous plants: Adonis ver-
nalis, Alyssum saxatile, Aubretia olym-
pica, etc., aquilegias. Anemone pulsatilla,
etc., Ccntaurca nigra variegata, Dicentra
canadensis, eximia and spcctabilis, Dor-
onicum caucasicum, erythroniums, fritil-
larias, Iheris scmpcrvirens, etc., Eamium
maculatum, K. m. album, Leucojum vei-
num, Merlcnsin virginica.myosotis, Miis-
cari botryoides, M. b. alba, azurca,etc.,
narci«su«, Potentilla vcrna, Pulmonaria
(u ru!ca,plih)xsul)ulala var8.,divaricata,
pcrfolial.-i, stellaris; Poliinoniiim mrul-
eiim, vaiicgnla; Senccio nurcn, Sapona-
ria oevmoidcK, Silent I'cnnsylvanica,
Th.ilici'um d;<i:a, trilliums, Tiolliiis Ja-
poiiicuj, etc , tulips in great var., \'iola
licdata and others.

This is but a very partial selection, but
I venture the assertion that there is not a
•ingle florist in all North Ameri.a who
tan write to you and say that he has any
considerable portion of them arranged
and growing in such n way as to be at-
Iriictive to customers, and I hope they
will not Ik- offcndrd if I say to them that
I think that is/«i/ wlierr they miss «/.
Trenton, N. J. Jamhb McI'iikhson.

Decay of Callas.

The calla is usually comparatively free
from fungous diseases. However in
December last specimens vvere sent from
St. Louis, Mo., with the statement that
the plants had been imported from Cali-
fornia, apparently in perfect health, grew
luxuriantly, but shortly after blooming
decay set in, and the whole lot of a hun-
dred quickly perished. Other roots from
the same lot, but planted elsewhere, be-
haved in the same manner. Since then
complaints have come from other locali-
ties of a similar rotting. The decay be-
gan at the top of the corm and in the in-
sertion of the leaves at the crown. The
engraving made from a photograph of a
longitudinal section of one of the diseased
specimens, shows in its central darker
portion the area of the decay.

The only sufficient cause of the trouble
is microbes which were found in great
abundance in the disorganized plants
which gave off' an offensive odor. The
individual germs were ellipsoidal, from
% by IVi micromillimeters in size and
members of the genus Bacterium.

An interestino point in connection
with the Missouri outbreak of calla dis-
ease was that other plants grown under
similar circumstances, but not from Cali-
fornia, have thus far escaped, while those
of the same importation and growii at
widely separated places have been simi-
larly affected.

It is possible that the plants were all
affected at the outset with the bacterial
germs or else there was some other pri-
mary cause of the disease or predisposing
condition that obtained before the impor-
tation was divided up among the several
growers.

As a remedial suggestion owing to the
fact that the somewhat ligneous corm,
below its succulent tip, does not give way
readily to the bacteria, it is possible that
the plant may be saved by cutting off the
diseased upper portion and permitting
new suckers to form that may escape the
decay. Byron D. IIalsted.

Rutgers College.

Trees for City Use.

Ei). Am. Florist: I was much inter-
ested in Mr. Meehan's article on "Trees
for city use" in your issue of March 29.
One seldom sees such goodsenseexpressed
regarding the planting and pruning of
street trees, and it is hoped the article
may have still wider publicity. The list
recommended is certainly an excellent one
and the suggestions regarding the man-
agement of street trees by the municipal-
ity is one that all lovers of the beautiful
would like to sec adopted. It has occurcd
to mc, however, that for sm.-iUcr towns
— say cities of seventy-five thousand pop-
ulation or less, a few additions could be
made to the list. One misses the elm and
the box elder particularly. Neither of
these species does well in smoky cities, but
both succeed in large towns, and nothing
can surpass the Ainerican elm as an
Mvcnne tree. Ivven in towns of large size
the dm does well. I'ine specimens arc
growing in Rice I'.irk, in the heart of St.
Paul, and if 1 remember rightly, large
elms st;ind in the little park in Cleveland
where the Perry moiinnient is. The elm
and box elfltr are fine for village planting.
There is a row of box ciders, two blocks
long, in one town that arc model street
trees, giving ;i shade not too dense for
glints of sunshine to penetrate, and yet
snllicient for the pleasnreof the passcrhy.
Our American sycamore can be made as
uicful a street tree as the European plane,

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BUNCH OP UNCLE JOHN CARNATIONS AND ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS SENT TO THE
FUNERAL OP THE LATE MYRON A HUNT BY MR PRED, DORNER, LAPAYETTE, IND.

if subjected to the summer pruning that
Mr. Meehan recommends.

If the trees are set inside the lot line, as
happens in many towns, the hackberry
and the tbornless honey locust may be
added to the list. The hackberry is one
of our prettiest native species, and the
locust — I do not know whether the thorn-
less trees constitute a separate species or
not — casts the most beautiful shadow of
any tree that grows. C. A. Keffer.

Columbia, Mo., Aoril 4, 1894.

Philodendrons.

Ed. Am. Florist: Kindly give me ad-
vice as to proper treatment of the philo-
dendron — heat, water, etc., and method
of propagation. Can they be grown from
the long runner-like roots that grow
from base of petiole? Barnes.

Philodendrons are stove arads, and
luxuriate in a moist heat of 70 to 75 de-
grees. They require shading from direct
sunshine at all seasons, though the well
known P. pertusum will endure partial

exposure, and is frequently used for out-
door decoration in tbe summer.

An abundance of water is needed for
these plants, and the soil should be a
loose compost of equal proportions of
loam and peat, to which may be added
some sand and chopped sphagnum moss
— thj pots being also well drained.

Propagation cannot be effected from
sections of the roots, but the stems may
be cut into short lengths (to include at
least one joint) and partially buried in a
mixture of chopped moss and sand, or in
cocoa fibre, and if placed in good bottom
heat will soon start into growth.

W. H. T.

Counting Lily Blooms on the Plants.

It is said that the Yankee way of
answering a question is to ask another.
Regarding the above subject on which an
article appeared in the Florist two
weeks ago I should like to inquire whether
the Easter lily bud is any more of a flower
than a calla bud is a flower? If I buy
roses or carnations and they have several

buds on them they are not counted as
flowers; why should lilies? At Easter
time Harrisii lilies are quoted wholesale
at 12 cents each; I offer them at retail for
20 cents and then order five hundred.
When they come there are but 300 lilies
including large buds that would open in
two or three days; the rest are small hard
buds that might flower a week later and
then bring three or four cents. Five hun-
dred bought at 12 cents would be $60;
three hundred sold at 20 cents would be
$60; where do I get my profit?

I also wish to inquire whether any one
can give a good reason why stale roses
and carnations should be paid for at the
same price as fresh ones, or carnations
that are burst at the same price as those
that are perfect? Inquirer.

The One Judge System.

Mr. Ewing wishes to know why I
alluded to the one judge system as un-
American in principle. The best explana-
tion I can give is that advanced in the
paper to which Mr. Ewing refers, namely;
that the one judge system is un-American
in principle because it places too much
responsibility on one individual.

With all respect to Mr. Ewing I must
say that I can see no similarity between
the position of a judge at an exhibition
and that of the President of the United
States. Still these things may appear
differently when seen through Canadian
eyes.

Toronto, I believe, is the place where
according to our friend Ewing, they ob-
ject to threejudges because "onedoes not
know who to kick," and because "two
duffers can over-rule one man who does
know his business." I am not quite sure
on the definition of the word "duffer" but
presume that from a defeated exhibitor's
standpoint the duffer is the man who
voted to give the prize to somebody else.

It is pleasantto knowthatourToronto
brethren have found a system which
works well and gives them satisfaction,
and this being the case they would be un-
wise to make any change. Still I am in-
clined to believe that but a very small
proportion of those interested in exhibi-
tions either in American or Europe would
be willing to adopt the Toronto plan
even with the satisfaction thrown in of
knowing "who to kick." That the wis-
dom of one man is greater than the com-
bined wisdom of several is a proposition
which Mr. Ewing will find difficulty in
proving to the general satisfaction.

Wm. J. Stewart.

Blunders in the Mail Service.

As a remarkable example of the curious
errors occasionally made by the mail
service Mr. H. E. Chitty sends us three
letters which he received from the dead
letter office April 20. One of these letters
was written and mailed by himself on
Dec. 17, 1889, and the envelope that en-
closed same was so plainly addressed to
Mr. John McGowan, Orange, N.J. , that a
mistake would seem impossible. The en-
velope bears the Paterson, N. J., post-
mark, of Dec. 17, 18S9, 5 p. m., and has
stamped on its face the legend: "Improp-
erly held by late postmaster." On the re-
verse appears the postmark of Florida,
N.Y.,also under date of Dec. 17, 1889. It
seems never to have reached Orange, N.
J., and as above stated it was returned to
Mr. Chitty from the dead letter office .\pril
20,lS94-,fouryearsand fourmonths after
being mailed. But most curious of all
Mr. Chitty received with his own returned
letter two others addressed to Mr. Mc-

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Gowan, one written by Mr. John Thorpe,
at Pearl River, N. Y., under date of Dec.
2, 1889, and the other written by Mr. J.
N. Mav, Summit, N. J., under date ofDec.
6. 1889. All of these letters were of a
similar tenor, all acknowledging the re-
ceipt of flowers of the Lizzie McGowan
carnation, then a novelty.

.\s Mr. McGowan was then, as now, at
the address that appears on the returned
envelope, the failure to deliver was an in-
comprehensible blunder. And bv what
process of reasoning the bright intellect
in charge of such matters at the dead let-
ter office decided that the proper thing to
do was to send to Mr. Chitty the letters
written by Messrs. May and Thorpe will
surely remain a mystery to all ordinary
mortals. It would seem that in these
cases the service had taken great pains to
hunt out a wrong way when the right one
would have been much the easiest. And
judging from this example of its workthe
dead letter office at Washington must be
in charge of a nearlj- dead man.

Hyacinths and Tulips.

Recent changes in fashion and fancj'
have borne heavily on these once popillar
flowers and the demand for them as cut
blooms is now but a small fraction of
wh.at it was only a few years ago. There
is .'I good market for them yet however as
plants, if well grown and placed before
the public in attractive shape.

Our illustrations are from prize winning
pans of ten bulbs each as exhibited at the
Spring Show of the Massachusetts Hor-
ticultural Society. The hyacinths were
grown by W.J. Martin and the tulips by
Chas. J. Dawson. Massed in this way
one variety in a pan they make desirable
window decorations and give a big show
for little money. Large quantities of
these pans are disposed of in the Boston
and New York markets throughout the
winter and spring. Fitted into pretty
celluloid baskets or other receptacles and
encircled by ribbon of appropriate color
they are great favorites in New York city
as Eastergiftii.

Foreign Notes.

A recent writer in the London Garden
speaking of violet Lady H. Campbell,
sayi it favors the old Neapolitan in gen-
eral {.ppearance, and is not far lichind in
appearance. Itschief recommendation to
him is its lateness, and it is much hardier
than Neapolitan.

The April issue of the Revue de I' Horli-
culture lielge. in an article on chrysan-
themum nomenclature, calls attention to
the difficulty in finding nny one plant
under the niphalxrtical arrangement
.-idopicd by the compilers of most lists,
namely, the using ol the first letter ('f the
prefix, whatever it may be. This writer
advocates the only common-senfe plan,
that of using the name itself instead of
the title prefixed, the plan used in the
revised lists in the I'lorisls' Directory.

The .National Horticultural Sjciety of
I'aris has organized a horticultural con-
gress. Several questions relative to forc-
ing are to \k under discussion, both of
flowers and vegetables.

.Maianta (Cnlnthen) I'aicinator is
dctcrilicd ai one of the most beautiful
foliage plants of recent introduction. It
ficlongs to the same groupns ,M. Mnssnn-
gennn, is dwarf, the stalks and reverse of
the leaves iKing reddish purple. The mid-
rib is white, the other rilm rose, and the
main part of the leaf deep green, with
silvery markings down the center, the

PAN OF LORD DERBY HYACINTHS

PAN OF WBLL-OROWN KAISER KROON TULIPS.

plant In a native of Brazil, and luxuriates
under stove treatment.

IIi|)|H'astrum brachyandrum is a fine
nmaryllid introduced from Buenos Ayrcs,
which has lieen flowered at Kew. U has
erect leaves, and a scape bearing a soli-
tary flower, roue shading to wine-color
at the base. Another interesting IiuIIhiuh
plant of recent introduction is flladioluH
pintyphyllus, imported by Max l-eiclitliii
from Calfrnrin. The flower is a beautiful
yellow, traverBe<l by red veins.

A new hybrid zygopetalum, the result
of crossing 'A. intermcdiumnnd/C.Gauticri
is Z. I'errenoudi, which is said to (.how
the character of both parents. The petals
end sepals arc glaucous green marked with
brown; the labellum, very l.trgc, is a
bc;nitiful violet tinged with indigo.

A new orchid has been creating (|iiile a
sensation at the cstablishincnt of S.indcr
i>i. Co., at St. Albans. This is Miltonopsis
Bleiii nobilis. The flowers are ytiry large,
mensiiring five inches in diameter, the

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CROSSED PALM LEAVES BEARING GARLAND OF ROSES (ONE SIDE BRIDES AND THE

OTHER BRIDESMAIDS) SENT TO THE FUNERAL OF THE LATE MYRON A, HUNT

BY B WEINHOBBER & CO . CHICAGO.

color flesh white and rose pink with a
blotch of cinnamon in the centre of the
blossom. The plant carries sixteen
blooms.

A new ornamental gourd, introduced
from Uraguay, is Sicana atro-purpurea.
The fruits are described as about five
inches long, cylindric-clavate, pale claret
color, with a strong apple perfume. It
seems probable that this would be a strik-
ing object for cultivation in our country.

One of the many interesting things in
connection with bulb growingin Holland
is the spring flower show which forms a
feature at most of the large establish-
ments. The show beds are planted with
the newest and most remarkable varie-
ties, a tent being placed overthem during
the flowering period. It is said that in
consequence of the extremely favorable

season of 1893 the hyacinths will be un-
usually showy this year.

At a meeting of the Royal Horticultural
Society in March last Monsieur Maurice
de Vilmorin of Paris presented an essay
on the rare trees and shrubs in the Arnold
Arboretum. The essayist spoke in high
praise of the many rare species growing
finely at this place, and of their arrange-
ment. He was surprised to see the stu-
artias flourishing there, as they do not
grow well in France, the same with
Styrax Japonica. In the discussion that
followed the readingof theessay Mr. Geo.
Nicholson alluded to his recent visit to
this country.

You can't afford to do business with-
out a copy of our trade directory and
reference book.

New York.

The market continues overstocked with
flowers of all kinds excepting carnations,
and the glut is further heightened by the
receipt of early blooming outdoor stock.
The prevailing warm weather is not con-
ducive to the production of first-class
flowers and much of the stuff coming in
looks as though suffering considerably
from "that tired feeling." White carna-
tions and smilax alone are giving those
who need them a chance to do a little
hunting.

Ernst Asmus has cometotheconclusion
that the new system of growing roses in
beds with the hot water pipes running
underneath is of no advantage to him.
He fixed up four houses in this way as an
experiment last fall. He finds that they
do not pay for the extra work of prepar-
ing and the cost of extra heating and will
change them back to the old fashioned
benches.

The only variety showing a marked im-
provement under the new conditions was
Meteor. He found that Bridesmaids threw
more flowers but that they were smaller
in size. Speaking of Madame Testout he
says that his faith in that rose has been
greatly strengthened by his experience
with it the past winter and he will grow
more of it than ever next year. Brunners
have been very handsome there this sea-
son. Captain Christy, of which he ha&
been growing a small quantity, he pro-
poses to discard; although the flower is
handsome it is impossible to get good
stems with it and hence it is not profit-
able to sell. The new roseMaman Cochet
has so far proved useless with him, as he
has been unable to get either buds or
leaves on it, but he proposes to experi-
ment further with this variety. Carna-
tion Madame Diaz Albertini is looking
very fine, the growth being extremely
strong, and the flowers handsome.

A correspondent of the Recorder comes
out with a warning to flower buyers
against purchasing of the street fakirs,
whom he characterizes as filthy and well
calculated to spread smallpox and other
contagious diseases. The retail dealers
can do much toward checking the custom
if they wish, by putting their prices down
to correspond with the prevailing low
wholesale rates. It is too generally the
case that the public gets but little benefit
of the low prices at which the growers
have to let their stock go, unless they buy
elsewhere than in the regular stores.

C. F. Wenderoth, of Avenue C, has been
closed out.

August Millang, formerly Hanft & Mil-
lang, has given up his store on Sixth Ave.

Millang Bros, will soon give up their
store on 28th street and make their per-
manent headquarters at the 34th street
market.

Neal, of unsavory reputation in Wash-
ington , Chicago and elsewhere, is reported
as about to start in business in New York
once more.

Philadelphia.

Pennsylvania Arbor Day, April 27, was
very generally observed in this city, and
many trees were planted in the public
parks. They are mostly dedicated to the
memory of Philadelphia's distinguished
citizens who have passed away; among
those honored were Mr. G. W. Cbildsand
Mr. A. J. Drexel. At Wootton, Mr.
Childs' country seat, it had been his cus-
tom to have his distinguished visitors
plant a tree and the lawn there is now
graced with many fine specimens planted
by some of the world's celebrities.

There is nothing new in regard to Hor-

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May 3,

ticultural Hall, although we are assured
that everything is progressing smoothly
and that before long final action will be
taken and the work of rebuilding com-
menced.

Flowers are now abundant; there is
plenty of almost everything except good
hybrids, and as Beauties are now very-
fine their loss is not felt. J. W. Colflesh
has a fine house of Jatqs; as he is the only
grower of this rose in any quantity he has
a ready sale, and at good prices, for all
his stock, the best bringing $15 per hun-
dred. Brides, Mennets and Bridesmaids,
are still very fine. Heacock is sendingin
fine Bridesmaids, Evans also has good
flowers. This rose will be planted quite
largely about here the coming season,
Robert Craig has sent in some very good
Mme. Testout, which he has had no diffi-
culty in finding a market for. We hear of
several growers who will give the Testout
another trial.

Except for a few daffodils from New-
port and some outside tulips bulbous
flowers are done for the season. Valley is
in good demand, the price being $3 to $■!•
per hundred. Hostetter of Germantown
still has some violets; they are really fine
for the season. Sweet peas are very
abundant, selling at from 1 to 1.50 per
hundred; at these figures they seem to go
very well.

For roses prices are about the same as
last week, but with a drooping tendency.
Carnations are to be had in quantity, but
anything worth having still commands
1.50, while the fancies bring $2 and $3
f>er hundred. Murray of Atco, N. J., is
sending in very fine long stemmed Mc-
Gowans. There is quite a demand for
yellow daisies, which sell readily for 2
per hundred. Harrisii lilies and callas
bring $6 to $8 per hundred; smilax is
scarce at 15 to 25.

The seedsmen are all no w very busy and
report trade above their expectations.
Harry Michell had a narrow escape from
fire a short time ago; the third story of
his building he lets out to a fancy sign
painter and fire breaking out in this room
threatened destruction to the entire build-
ing, fortunately in answer to the alarm,
a chemical engine was first to put in an
appearance and confined the fire to this
room, extinguishing it without damage
by water, which would have been dis-
astrous to Mr. Michcll's stock. His store
from cellar to roof is arranged in an ad-
mirable manner, and he certainly deserves
the success he is having.

Mr. J. N. .May was reported to have
had a team of bowlers from Summit to
meet the I'hila. contingent last Thursday
evening, but he did not put himself or his
team in evidence, neither did some one
cl»c who was ex[)cctcd; however if he
should make up his mind to bring a team
he will not l)c sorry (or it, lor even if his
team should not hapficn to l)c victorious
they will not t<c able to say they did not
have n good time, so say the I'hila. boys.

The match series or trial games or con-
test from among the winners of which
will he delected those who will represent
the club in the contest at Atlantic City is
to \yt started the first Thursday in May.
The >>oys mean business this time, and
every effort will Ik put forth to make the
team a winner. K.

Ac«c1as.

The cultivation of the acacio as n rule
ia not nttenderl with any great diflicul-
tira, provided there issomcattention paid
to their requirements; attention they are
entitled to, for they are all interesting,
and quite a large number of the spcciea,

ACACIA HETEROPHYLLA.

of which there are a great many, are ex-
ceedingly pretty and graceful when in
flower.

They will do admirably well in a cool
greenhouse kept some few degrees above
the freezing point. Some of them attain
large proportions in a short period of
time, while others are less vigorous; the
latter therefore are more adapted for pot
and small specimen culture. Amongst
the latter are found the most graceful
forms, such as pubescens, Drummondii,
heterophylla, Riceana, cultriformis, and a
host of others.

The slender twiggy varieties will strike
root comparatively easy, Drummundii
being one of the easiest that has come un-
der my notice, pubescens being one of the
most difficult. Indeed there are very few
that succeed in rooting pubescens, thouj-h
some claim that it is faiily easy to in-
crease it from root cuttings, which moJc
I have not tried.

I find them to do well in a compost of
fibrous loam, good leaf mould, and up-
land |)eat. The former equal to, or a lit-
tle better, in (|uantity than the other two
ingredients combined, with an .idditional
portion of sharp clean sand. They re-
quire considcraljle i)ot room, and must
not to any extent be confined in this ili-
reclion, for they will soon resent it l)y
showing a rcraggy and stunted appear-
ance.

It is hard to Iny down recommenda-
tions as to the l>est and most graceful of
them, each having n cliarm and grace of
its own. I'lilicscens seems to lake the
cake with most [H-ople, es|)ceially with
the la<Iics, and they know as a rule what
is pretty and graceful. Its wavy and
drooping habit is shown off to the best
advantage on standards from five to

eight feet in height. Drummundii, how-
ever, has a warm corner in my bosom, and
deserves a place near the top of the class;
its large yellow catkin-like flowers rest-
ing on deep green foliage makes it an ob-
ject of great beauty. It is best in a pyr-
amid form and requires little or no prun-
ing. Heterophylla is a gem of the first
water, its long and slender twigs clothed
with numerous yellow flowers renders it
an object of much grace. The flowering
wood on this and similar kinds ought to
be cut back considerably after flowering.

-Vcacia cultriformis is another beautiful
variety, a more vigorous grower than any
of the others mentioned, the color of the
flowers being deep orange yellow. It is
very distinct, the leaves being set on edge
on the branches and peculiarly shaped,
like the rt»K//crof the plough, from whence
it gets its name. It inakesa finestandard;
it requires to be pruned after flowering to
within a few inches of the old wood.

Acacias are all benefited by use of stim-
ulants occasionally, of a commercial sort,
rather than the barnyard order. Most
all of them do best planted out in a cool
greenhouse, where such accommodations
cnnbegiviii them. The varieties above
mentioned were selected for tlieirgood be-
havior and tloriferous results in pots, to
which selection a niinilier of others could
be added. KiiNNEiTii FiNLAVSON.

Boston.

It is many months since prices were as

low on roses, carnations and other cut
flowers in Boston as thi'v have been dur-
ing the past week. Koses have stilTcred
narticuliirly in this respect, and there
liave been more of them coming in than
the market, fakirs and all, could possiblr

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ACACIA DRUMMONDII.

consume. With carnations the trouble
has been pretty well confined to the col-
ored sorts. White carnations have sold
fairly well but this cannot be said of any
other kind. Puritan is one of the leading
whites here among the late bloomers and
is generally liked. It will be grown quite
extensively for this market next season.

Outdoor daffodils will begin to come in
in a day or two. This will finish what is
left of the sale for indoor blooms which,
however, cannot well be much worse off
than they have been during the past week,
a sample sale being the disposal of a lot of
three dozen to a bootblack at the market
in exchange for a "shine." Most of the
violets now being received are the deep
colored Cape Cod variety and this spoils
the chances of the Marie Louise which is
now of poor quality anyway. Sweet
peas are getting more abundant and
prices are lower. Smilax is quite scarce;
if there was any special demand for it, it
would bring a high figure.

Traveling men have been flocking to
Boston in unusual numbers recently.
There are now in the city Geo. Sykes, rep-
resenting Hitchings & Co.; J. R. Frother-
ingham, for Lord & Burnham Co.; A. T.

Boddington, for United States Nursery
Co.; Martin Reukauf, for H. Bayersdor-
fer & Co.; A. Dimmock,for Sander & Co.,
and John Barclay, for John Gardiner &
Co.

An enterprizing individual has brought
from Florida a large shipment of tilland-
sias which he offers for sale in a tempo-
rary store, but although the plants arein
good condition and prices very low, peo-
ple do not appear to take much interest
in the"Air Plant."

Chicago.

Moving day. May 1, has made a good
many changes, particularly among the
wholesale men. In the first place the
Chicago Cut Flower Exchange has
moved out of existence. The commission
firms who occupied quarters on the floor
of the Exchange have severally moved
into their new homes. Corbrey & Mc-
Kellar occupy a very pleasant suite of
rooms at 64 and 66 Wabash avenue.
Chas. McKellar is at present holding the
fort at this establishment; he is trying in
his usual way to mesmerize prospective
customers with that sweet and winning

smile pecularly his own. J. B. Deamud
& Co. are now keeping company with
Kennicott Bros, on the second floor of
34 and 36 Randolph street. Their rooms
are pleasantly situated on the first half
of the floor. Priuce & Co. have taken a
room at 42 Wabash avenue also on the
second floor. The growers who occupied
tables at the Exchange have formed a
company and bought the assets of the
Cut Flower Exchange, in the shape of
furniture, etc., and will operate as "suc-
cessors" to the old corporation. A room
50x34 has been rented at 59 Wabash
avenue, second floor. The following have
taken tables on the floor: The Niles Cen-
tre Floral Co., Geo. Klehm, AmlingBros.,
J. Tonner, Rockafellow, and H. Hansen.
The Niles Centre Co. intends to carry on
their shipping business as formerly, hand-
ling their own stock exclusively, as no
regular commission business will be
allowed under the new rules.

Complaint of poor business is universal.
In retail circles nothing whatever seems
to be doing. There is here and there a
little funeral work, but nothing else of
note. Transient trade is almost entirely
monopolized by the street merchants,
who fairly swarm in the down town dis-
trict.

The market is in worse condition than
ever. The extremely warm weather
towards the end of last week rushed the
crop forward at such a rapid gait that
even with a good business it would have
been difficult to dispose of it to advantage.

There is no settled price for anything.
Nominally roses are held at $1.50 to $2,
but in reality the bulk of the stock is sold
for much less. Bridesmaid, Meteor, Jacque
and Beauty are the only roses at all in
demand and some sort of a price is ob-
tained for them. Good Beauties bring
from $12 to $20, Jacqs $8, Meteor and
Bridesmaid $3 to $4.

Carnations have at last been carried
down in the general slump. The best
stock is sold at 75 cents, the bulk going
at from 50 to 60 cents, and in large lots
at even less.

In bulbous stock, valley has been scarce
at $3. Tulips, daffs and Dutch hyacinths
are coming in freely from the open ground
but there is little demand for them.
Tulips and daffs are quoted at $1, Dutch
hyacinths at $2 to $3. The few violets
sent in are sold readily at 75 cents. The
sale for arbutus is almost entirely re-
stricted to the street. The quality this
year appears to be inferior to former
seasons.

At the club meeting held Thursday the
matter of providing new quarters came
up for consideration. In the absence of
President Hauswirth, who in company
with G. L. Grant, J. C. Vaughan and J.
T. Anthony, attended the funeral of M.
A. Hunt, Mr. Edgar Sanders acted as
chairman pro tem. No report being made
from the trustees to whom this matter
was delegated, action had to be deferred.
Meanwhile the effects of the club will be
taken care of by Geo. Klehm and tempor-
arily stored at the quarters of the new
exchange.

Action was taken on the sudden death
of M. A. Hunt and the following resolu-
tions were unanimously adopted:

Whereas, The Club has learned with pro-
foundest sorrow of the death of Myron A. Hunt,
an honorary member of this body, a man univers-
ally honored and highly respected by the entire
profession of this continent, whose liberal, broad
and advanced ideas and rigid integrity ranked
the very highest in our midst, be it

Resolved, that this Club extend their heartfelt
sympathy to the members of the family of our
late associate in this hour of their great affliction.

Resolved, that thesecretarj- be instructed to for-
ward a copy of this resolution to the family of the
deceased.

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May 3,

E. H. Hunt has removed to 68 Lake St.
The main floor of the new quarters will
be devoted to the seed trade and florists'
supplies. The second floor will accommo-
date the cut flower business of the firm.

H. F. Halle and wife will leave on an
extended Euro|>ean trip about the first
week in July.

The situation at Lincoln Park remains
about the same. Superintendent Petti-
grew has not yet been removed and act-
ing on the advice of his friends he has not
resigned. The latest eflbrt toward retain-
ing his services was made by the North
Town Board who have made an urgent
request— almost a demand— that he be
not disturbed. As the Board is the body
that makes the appropriations for the
maintenance of the park its voice ought
to carry some weight. But it is unlikely
that anything can now stop the governor
in his mad course. He undoubtedly real-
izes that nothing he may now do will re-
move the stigma of his actions up to this
time, and probably does not care what
further results follow. Even the practical
politicians have deserted him, leeling
probably that they could not afford to
link themselves longer with the most un-
popular man in the state. The governor
IS at present at Hot Springs, Ark., and on
his return he will probably take ofiicial
action, and few doubt that that action
will be the summary removal of President
Waller of the Board of Commissioners,
and Superintendent Pettigrew. Mr.
Waller has improved his time during the
last few weeks in preparing statements of
the affairs of the park in refutation of the
silly charges made by the governor's
henchmen. The daily press have given
space to same but with deprecatory edit-
orials, taking the stand that there was
no call for a gentleman of his standing to
defend himself against such silly chargf^s
from such dubious sources.

The tulips are now in splendid bloom at
the park and everything is looking well.
Mr. Geo. Miller is preparing to rebuild
his burned greenhouses at Hinsdale and
expects to have every thing in shape
again before a great while. He is con-

Anthracnose of Dieffenbachias.

vinced that the fire was incendiary. The
barrel of gasoline near which the fire
started was fully 25 feet away from any
fire or lijjht and every precaution bad
been taken in the use of the fluid. The
gasoline was used to run a pumping
engine. After the fire the iron faucet of
the barrel was found, turned wide open.
Mr. Miller Ijclicves that the incendiary
turned the faucet open, allowed a con-
siderable quantity to escape, and then
dropped in a lighted cigar or match and
ran. The gasoline must have tx-cn pretty
well run out of the barrel as there was no
explosion. The firr ran the length of the
shed with frightful rapidity. .Mr. .Miller
found the gasoline pumping engine very
handy but will not have any more gaso-
line around his place with which to tempt
fate, and will employ tome other power
in future.

Joe Curran at the ttlcphonc— "Hello!
Say, what do you mcin by charging mc
for 20 bunches of violets when there are
only 19 liy actual count?— -Mistake? I
counted ihcm myself and give you my
word that the mistake is on your side,
and by the great horn spoon I expect you
to make it right! — Of cours<! Did you
think I was lH)rn yesterdiiy ?-Neverminil,
one bunch counts big the wnv business
runs now.— Is that a joke?— All right I'll
do my laughing after I close up to-night,
liusiness is too solemn now to |irrmit
eren a smile during business hours. Good
bye."

The successful growing of the dieffen-
bachias in their best estate is greatly re-
tarded by an anthracnose, and in some
places they have been given up. The
plant sickens through and through, be-
comes feeble in leaf, the dwarfed foliage
fails to develop the charming variegation
characteristic of healthy plants, and fin-
ally the leaves become spotted , turn brown
and die. The cause of this trouble is a
fungus of the genus colletotrichura which
by means of its microscopic filaments
penetrates all parts of the plant, particu-
larly the leaves. The blanched portions
of the foliage are the least able to resist
the inroads of the fungus, and are the first
usually to show unmistakable signs of
the presence of the parasite. Sometimes
the disease starts at a pomtin the midd!e

ANTHRAONOSI OF DUFFKNBACHIAS.

of a leaf and spreads from there in all di-
rections.

The engraving shows a portion of a
leaf, the picture having been taken by di-
rect printing by the sun upon the sensi-
tized paper, and therefore true to life in
its many details, the only point to be
borne in mind l)eing that the colors are
largely reversed. Certain small specks
may be seen in the diseased areas, and
these are the places where the fungus has
devclo|Hd its masses of spores. I(v means
of these spores, which germinate in a few
hours the anthracnose is able to be spread
to new plants. It is not known how wide
a range this fungus lias and it is possible
that it grows upon other plants than the
dieffenbachias. liYRON L». Halsted.

Rutgers College.

St. Louis.

Warm weather appears to have com-
menced in earnest, and tlieex|)ected result
is shown in the improved market trade,
which is much twttcr than last week; the
prices realized however, are considerably
lower than in former seasonH, buyers
apparently lieing limited in regard to
amount ; shipping trade is also good, and

is about holding its own with last sea-
son; the prices realized on this class of
trade are about the same as in former
years, owing to its being ordered from
catalogues.

Quantities of cut flowers are being re-
ceived as a result of the higher tempera-
ture, and there is a heavy loss in all kinds,
there being very little demand; the best
stock alone sells, it being impossible to
give the poor stock away. There are fine
specimens of all the varieties in season be-
ing received by the various commission
men, but trade is nothing like what it
should be; prices are merely nominal, the
wholesalers being glad to get any price
whatever. Beauties have been in fair de-
mand but have suffered with the other
stock.

A special meeting of the club was called
on the 24-th, to take some action in refer-
ence to the death of Mr. M. A. Hunt, the
call was promptly responded to, and a
set of resolutions drawn up and forwarded
expressing the sorrow felt by members of
the organization. .\ wreath was also
forwarded by the club, and Mr. J. M'.
Jordan was sent on in person to represent
the St. Louis Florist' Cluband to show in
a slight measure the respect and esteem in
which our late fellow craftsman was held.
The beds in all the city parks have been
ablaze the past two weeks with Dutch
bulbs, this being especially noticeable in
Forest Park, where large quantities ol
tulips have been used the past season; the
show has been worth seeing and every-
one visiting the parks has left delighted
with the display.

Quite a novelty was noted in the city
during the past month; it consisted of a
show window in one of the large down
town stores arranged to represent a bit
of nature; the floor was nicely sodded,
and all through the sod were various
varieties of wild flowers in bloom. The
idea was well carried out in thesurround-
ings, and the execution ot the details was
well attended to. R. F. T.

Catalogues Received.

Wm. Preer, Columbus, Ga., chrysanthe-
mums; Newport Nursery Co., orna-
mental trees, shrubs and plants; same,
hardy herbaceous plants; C. J. Speelman
& Sons, Sassenheim, Holland, bulbs; Wil-
liams & Sons Co., Batavia, 111., plants;
same, tree and plant labels; K. G. Dek-
ker, Chicago, plants and nursery stock;
F. Sander & Co., St. Albans, England,
new and rare plants; Wm. Cutbush &
Son, Illghgate Nurseries, London, Eng.,
nursery stock; Chas. Vuylsteke, Loo-
christi, Ghent, Belgium, palms, az ileas,
etc.; W. J. Hesser, Plattsmouth, Neb.,
decorative plants; II. F. Michell, Phila-
delphia, bulbs and seeds; James Veitch &
Sons, Clielscfi, England, plants; Jules Dc
Cock, Ledeberg-Ghent, Belgium, plants;
I. L. Pillsbury, Macomb, III., plants.

Crude Oil for Fuel.

Replying to R. E. Moir, crude oil could
be shipped to Massachusetts for fuel and
save money over coal if properly handled.
It should be shipped in t.'uik c.irs and to
store a c.ir load a large storage tank
would be necessary. To compare cost of
coal and oil for fuel purposes figure 125
gallons of oil as ei|iiiv.ilent to a ton of
coal. If Mr. Moir will writeinc I willglvc
details of the burner 1 use.
_ Woodmere, Mich. (".IH. Knocm.

When writing our advertisers please
use one of your printed business letter
heails or enclose your business cird.

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riecD;& Rofe^.

Rochester, N. Y. — Clias. Bar^holf has
sLarted in the nursery business here this
spring.

PoTTSToWN, Pa — Edwin Wickersham
& Co. are adding a rose house 18x100
and a violet house 10x30.

Tacoma. Wash.— William Russell, for-
me'ly of Ford River, Mich., has located
here and will start in business.

Nevpbdrg, N. Y. — Henry Carter, a flor-
ist of this city, made an assignment to
Leaader Brown on April 21.

Glendale, Mass.— Diehl & Towle,
Meadowside Conservatories, is the name
of a new florist firm just started here.

Westerly, R. I.— The Botanical Society
has received several hundred specimens
from C. H. Dennison of Brooklyn, N. Y.

Sibley, 111 — C. Hokanson has taken
charge of the Burr Oaks Greenhouses and
will make a specialty of violets and pan-
sies.

New Haven, Conn — Geo. A. Dicker-
man, of 619 Chapel street, made a volun-
tary assignment on April 20. FredBetts
is named as trustee.

Minneapolis, Minn. — William Rath,
for some time with E. Nagel & Co., has
now taken a similar position with J. B.
Heiss, Dayton, Ohio.

Coatesyille, Pa.— James Brown, Jr.,
has secured a site for a greenhouse plant
and will begin at once the building of
three houses 16x100 each.

RiDGEWOOD,N. J.— The Thurston green-
houses and nurseries have been purchased
by Messrs. Thompson and Hampson of
Paterson, who will continue the business.

Elmira, N. Y.— Mr. Grove P. Rawson,
who has passed the greater part of the
winter in the tropics, arrived home on
April 16, having had a long and tempest-
uous voyage.

Helena, Mont.— Mrs. Mattie Miller,
the florist, has a seedling fuchsia, 3 years
old, which is 5 feet in height, 18 feet
around the top and ^Vi inches around the
stem at the surface of the soil.

Cliftondale, Mass.— A thief broke into
the office ol David Allan and stole some
books and other articles on the night of
April 18. Among the books taken was
the American Florist Co.'s Directory.
That thief knew what was good.

New Bedford, Mass.— The premium
lists for the seventh annual Chrysanthe-
mum Exhibition of the New Bedford
Gardeners' and Florists' Club have been
completed. Schedules and entry blanks
may be obtained from the secretary.

Newport, R. I.— The Newport Horti-
cultural Society's fifth annual chrysanthe-
mum show will be held at Masonic Hall
on Nov. 6, 7, 8. Schedule of premiums
may be obtained from the secretary, Mr.
Alex MacLellan, Ruggles Ave., Newport.

Tacoma, Wash.— The Tacoma Amateur
Rose Club has been organized with offi-
cers as follows: P. V. Ciesar, Pres.; Mrs.
L. P. Bradley, Vice Pres.; J. M. Winslow,
Sec'y. A constitution has been adopted
and meetings will be held the first Wed-
nesday of each month to discuss the culti-
vation of roses and other flowering
plants.

SITUATIONS. WANTS, FOR SALE.

Advertlsementa under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of 10 cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under thla head.

SITUATION WANTED-As rose grower, or general
florist: lately employed by Dincee & Conard Co.
G. F. Loxgsdox, 844 W. Lake St.. Chicago.

QlTr.VTloX WANTKh— By young woman to learn
n trcncnil ^Ti-enlinusi- work: WlBConsln or neighbor-
ing .status prulerred. Address

M1S.S MlKl.^M Jewett. Sparta, Wis.

situation WANTED-By flrst-class florist with
O life e.xperience: age 32: able to take lull charge
of commercial or private place. Address

N M. care American Florist. Chicago.

QITrA'I'Ii >N WANTKD— As loreman for commercial
ij phur; well up In roses and general plants: 18
years' experience: can handle men; good references.
Address W S, care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— By young single man; 5
yeara experience In growing roses carnations,
violets and general stock: commercial or private: ref-
erences. P P. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTKD— As second gardener in a
private estabiisliment, or as general nursery hand ;
good experience in ail branches: English, age 27. sin-
gle, abstainer. F. Hill. \V. Porter St . Oswego. N. Y.

SITUATION WANTED-By a florist, 2.S years of age;
good propagator, grower and forcer of roses; is
competent to take full charge of growing cut flowers
and plants Address G. Kkoitor,

care A. Dlttrich. Kensington Sta., Philadelphia.

SITUATION WANTED— As working foreman on
commercial place, well up in growing roses. carna-
tions and general florist stock: age 37, married. Good
references. State wages. Address

J R, care American Florist. Chicago.

QITUATION WANTED— By single young man as
O flrst-class florist and salesman: ten years' exjieri-
ence in New York stores: willing to go any distance
from New Y'ork: best reference. Address

Florist. tl8 W. Md St.. New York City.

SITUATION WANTED-By flrst-class designer, also
willing to make himself useful in greeniiouse If
necessary; single man of :^; flrst-class references.
Will work for moderate palary If steady place. Ad-
dress C W. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-As manager or foreman;
thorougiily versed in growing cut flowers and
plants; has lived in some of the leading places In
England and this country: over2il years' experience:
good references. When applying give particulars.
Florist, I2SI N. Clark St , Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-By a practical Scandina-
vian. IS years' experience, married, as a working
foreman or gardener in commercial or private place:
thoroughly understands ail branches of tlie trade:
highest references ; state wages: west preferred. Ad-
dress Pr.\ctic.\l. care American Florist.

QITUATION WANTED— By a good florist and gar-
O dener In a commercial or private place: thomuL-Ii.
ly coini)etent to manage place, in forcing roses, larna-
tions. bulbs and general florist stock; (ierni;in. single.
27 years of age; good references Irom former employ-
ers. Address F. C. R.. care Lakewood Greenhouses.
Minneapolis, Minn.

SITUATION WANTED-By a Scandln.-ivian florist,
age 211; experience in roses, carnations, clirysan-
themuius, Englisli cucumber, propagating. Would
like to take charge of a small place, private orcom-
merclai. One year's experience in a private place. W.
E.Stockton, Esq.. li'rlS W. Lake St.; gives reference
from same. Appreciates a nice room and a good
home. Chicago suburb preferred. State wages. Ad-
dress Meteuk, care American Florist.

w

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ANTED— A Blnple man as helper In greenhouses.
Call at our store, 51 Wabash Ave.

Reixbeug Bros., Chicago.

ANTED— A first-cJass florist, rose, carnation and
violet jH'Ower; tiood wages to right man.

WiEToR Bros , Highrldge. ill.

ANTED— Small or medium size refrigerator; alMo
301) to 500 feet of ■t4-lnch galvanized or black pipe.
JOSEPH BANCROFT, L. Box 24. Cedar Falls. Iowa.

WANTED— A good all-round man to grow roses,
carnations and chrysanthemums and plants for
market; wages f^',") with board, lodging and washing.
Apply O G. Johnson. Kingston. Ontario. Canada.

WANTED -To purchase florist estabiisliment adapt
ed to cut tluwer growing for the market; a loca-
tion In eastern New England preferred. Address
A. care Eastern Office American Klorlst.
ti" Bromfleld St.. Boston.

WANTKD -An experienced florist, one familiar
with prnpau'atlng and griiwlng roses and carna-
tions. Steady wtirk for the right man; single man
anddernian preleired. Address

W. \V. Jamison. Thorps Lane. East of Wlster.
Ciermantown, Philadelphia.

WANTED AT ONCE-Worklng foreman, for forc-
ing roses, carnations and general stock. Must
be temperate and reliable— married man preferred.
A cood place for the right man. Address, stating wages
expected, experience and references,

I. Shkluv Ch.all. Monongahela, Pa.

IFOXt. S.A.XJEI.

At a bargain, the best retail florist place ( I store and
greenhouses) In the city and doing a good business;
poor health reason for selling. For further particulars
address U. F. Halle. 548 W. Madison St.. Chicago.

WANTKD-A partner-To join me growing and
selling native and foreign hardv ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a flrst-class open-
ing for the right man.

Wilfred A. Brothertox, Rochester. Mich.

OR SALE CHEAP-Large second-hand florist's Ice
Box, value about ¥75. Vaughan's Seed Stoke,
88 State Street, Chicago.

F

FOR SALE-2 large Bay Trees, round heads. 7 feet
broad, 12 to 14 feet high. Shown at World's Fair.
Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
glass florists Refrigerator. LTsed at World's Fair.
Cost$250. Vaughan's Seed Store.

14G & 14S West Washington St.. Chicago.

FOR SALE OR TO LET-10.000 feet glass In 8 green
houses. Wi acres of land, dwelling, stable, and
population 20,000. eastern Pennsylvania city; will guar-
antee to take ?^ cut flowers grown, or will sell J^ inter-
est. Correspondence solicited.

Keystone, care American Florist.

woo Lizzie Me lowans. 31X10 from '2-inch pots. $2.00 per
1011. and 3000 well rooted cuttings. Jl. 00 per 100.
Cash with order or C. O. D.
JAMES CHALK, Norristown, Pa.

ROSE GROWER WANTED

WANTED -A thoroughly competent man to
take a position as foreman in a first-lass establish-
ment within a few hundred miles of Chicago.
Must be a man who can grow roses and carnations
of the very best quality. Must be temperate,
thoroughly experienced and reliable. The best
of references required from reliable growers. This
will be a good and permanent position to a good
man. Anv such who would make a change within
the next few months will do well to correspond
with us. Address

'*IrA FBAITCE." care Am. Florist.

Splendid Business Opportunity

The widow of the late Robert J. Purv-is, being
unable to continue the business, will sell at a low
price the stock of 35.000 plants, tools, etc., used in
the business of her late husband. Everything in
first-class condition. The six greenhouses can be
leased for a term of years at a low rate. A splen-
did opportunity for an energetic young man with
some capital. Address

MRS R. J. PURVIS.
EDGEWATER, CHICAGO, ILL.

A RARE CHANGE FOR INVESTMENT

Columbia Farm, containing over 20 acres arable
and grazing land, climate one of the finest in the
world. Frost and malaria unknown. Lilies, nar-
cissus and amaryllis grown in open ground
througho t the winter. Enough Harrisii and
other Bulbs will be furnished to stock the farm, so
that new proprietor can enter at once into busi-
ness, which should be started not later than Au-
gfust next. Our Harrisii Bulbs have a world wide
reputation, and a good practical manager can se-
cure handsome profits. Sold because other busi-
ness claims ray attention. Communicate with
R. H. JAMES. Proprietor. St. Georges, Bermuda.

NOTICE.

Chicago Flower Exchange.

At a special meeting of the Stockholders of the
Chicago Cut Flower Exchange, held at No. 45
Lake Street. Saturday morning. April 28th. it was
resolved to discontinue the business. All persons
ha\'ing claims against the Chicago Cut Flower
Exchange are requested to present same at once,
and those indebted to said Exchange are requested
to make payment without delay to

GEO. KLEHM, Sec'y,

59 Wabash Avenue. CHICAGO.

The Directory

IS NOW READY.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

-OMIOA.GO.

940

The American Florist.

May J,

Cincinnati-
Very few of ourfloristsare sufferingthis
week,' in fact they are very well pleased
wit h the trade thev are having. Huntsman
& Hardesty had the decorations for the
Brud— Rhodes wedding, which was a very
fashionable one, and L. H. Kvrk & Co.
made the bride's and bridesmaids' bou-
quets.

A foreign society paper states that the
daffodil IS quite 'the thing in England
and as America apes after the English to
a certain extent, daffodils ought to be
good stock to have for next Christmas
and New Year's.

J. A. Peterson is building two new
houses, one for violets, the other for
propagating. j , r

Peter Herb is having a good sale ot
rooted cuttings of Adelaide Kresken car-
nation.

A few handsome blooms of yellow
mums were received recently from E. G.
Hill & Co., Richmond, Ind. They met
with ready sale.

Stock in general is good and prices re-
main a little firmer this week. White
stock of all kinds is quite scarce, especially
carnations and Brides. American Beauty
is more plentiful and sells readily at 25
for good flowers.

H. L. Sunderbmch has returned from a
few days fishing and hunting at St.
Mary's. "Did not see any fish or ducks."
The announcement of the death of
Myron A. Hunt was a great surprise
here. Much sorrow is expressed as he
was held in high esteem by all who knew

him. E. G. GiLLETT.

"Bbick" is the title of a new trade oa-
per devoted to the interests of the brick-
making industry, published by Windsor
& Kenfield, Chicago, who also issue that
handsome publication, the Slreei Rail-
way Review. The title is certainly a
model of brevity, and is at the same time
fully descriptive of the industry repre-
sented. We are alwaysin sympathy with
true brevity— that which says much in
few words— and "Brick" will make no
mistake in keeping its contents in line
with its title.

Yof CAN never invest $2 to better ad-
vantage than in a copy of our trade
directory and reference book.

cumsanitieiiiuiiis.

Now !■ xxw lime (or ijvmliliitf or prl«* ifrowliitf. Buy
no nibWph. I»ut tT*^\u'U )"iir Plmk wUli the very
Onmt n<iv«liie« nml extni Inriri* Ilowt-rinK varicllen.
»II •uliAbli* for ftii hI'M'in. ftt prlct'B Ir»wur than old
l»l«Te<l out klndi iirt- ontTt-d by ottirn.. Htikino.

IIEAITIIV fl ^NTH. Sit HllOTKI> inTIMi."*: HW

..1-... - ■ ■ • , „f ^^tlt•\\. IN OU. xt*m\. free f4.ao. or
i,y (M'lt>ctlnti. at aiimL' prices.

.1. mil '(lark).
• ,irt. NIvLMi* iwh w

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

50,000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLDE.N CUOW.N. the most hardy. stroiiKesl ktow-
liiB. highest colored yellow to d«te. 2-tnch. well
LTOwn. *4 per lUU; Kj per 1000; 250 at 1000 rates

lO.OU) In 12 other standard leading sorts, plants S1.50;
rooted 7U cts. per luU. „ „. ,..,,.

lO.UXI J^DOw Crest Daisies. !3 per 100: Ko per 10(0,

W.rnu >lam. Verbenas. proKresslve type, none better.

6 0ltiof them Cllnia.vers the Peerless crimson hedder.

10,000 seedllnKS from our .\.\ and .\.\.\ proKresslve
seed will give the mt)st splendid new kinds, all per-
fectly clean and healthy. 3-Inch, strong. One, In bud.
K.dO;' tlats f 1.50 per 100, seedlings same rate; special
rates per lilOO. , r, a . «i oi.

5,000 Vgt. VIncas. e.\tra fine. 3-lnch $3; flats »1.5u,

5,000 i;iant Scablosa Snowball, per 100 Jl,60; seed. 25c,
for large trade packet, ^, ,_,. , „..,,,

10,000 (ilbsons sweet scented hybrid pansles, flats in ,
frame f2 per 100; seed H. oz .inc , '4 oz. Jl. ^ oz. H. *1.

6 tUI t;em Keverfew, 5.000 Golden Marguerites, 5.000
Dwf, Lobelias, 5.000 Golden Feather and v.. Gymno-
carpa, the last two seedlings small pkts, SI M. rooted
cuttings 75c. per 100. j .», , .

Double Petunias, Dreers new IH set and the Queen
the best all round double white, rooted, named,
labeled. $2 per 100, , . . . . ,,

Mexican Primrose, three novelties, named, rooted Jl

30S0O Eulalla Zebrina and Japonlca. potting size *2 60

5.1X10 Torenla Foumlerl, seed pan 50 cts.. from flats

Lots "^ of other good things. Write for what you
want. Premium oBer for every »5 order: we will put
In free 6 Giant Neruna Verbena and 1 Golden >-trand
Coleus: doubled on every »10 order, and 1 Dak. Prim-
rose 1 pkt. Double Petunia and I pkt. Scablosu snow-
ball when desired. Price list free. Address, cash
with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury. N. J

Siebrecht&Wadley,

ROSE BILL NURSERIES,

NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

etTxdL Pf&-w F»l€mt®.

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

l.l«r

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M A '
IT.-. -
A ".-

J w ;

Primula Obconica and Moonvines

A.T. y.nUtu iplnki

(f K. <*aiiM' lUnntim.

it. .\It!ntiiiil 'f|nrk«.

J (i Whlllillti ivi-Ilowi.
, Mi> .1 JMrii'-xwIilhfi.

I ^ Col **inith 'hr.in/«j.

Ciol"-- ■. ■ -IKOWI.

hu
lowp, 1^

'. .Mi'whiUil. *"'■

Willi curh I 00 I ttdil iflH- fitt'li of IIm' follow-
IriK* whlrli Hlorir iirr Mort li llif |irl<-c.

Mr* K '. Mil' '■IlTi-r ri.,ii«). (.n-nl Ui'|'"''ll'-.
I.ollath M«rf Mill ^rnnk Hmn.l.l

llnn't rnlaa or |ih«« tliU uii|mrMlli*l«*'| on<-r,
It will not M|t|»rt>r or ■>«• iiiMtlr iiir>*l>>-

T. H. SPAULDINQ. Orange, N. J.

12 Ch«ic« iMdtng hindi Largr llooi-ring

Two yrar» . f pff <loi , Vli H) [Hrr IWJ

Thrrr yr«r. U HO 00

DAISIES, — Snowdakr nii'l hnowcrcrt, <liiitinct
kind*. lnrli*[*^nwil'1'' f'/r «]>tiii^ »Alr«,l2 per 100.

•■ILAX SEEOLINQS,

trom fall. T> ceiiu prr ItjO. J« fri ,,rr 1000,

r. A. IIAI.I.KK, lllDoinliiKlon, III.

Doz.

100

Primula Obconica, fine young stock S .60 * 3.00

Moonvines, white and blue M 4.00

Achllleafl.pl 00 4.UU

AUssum Tom Thumb, variegated & white. .-10 3,00

Ageratum, white and blue 40 3.00

Alovsla citriodora 00

Abutllon, our selection oO

Alterrantheras. from flats (per 1000 »15) 25

Begonias. Argentea Guttata 40

Metalllcn 40

LIstri or Diadem i*

Balm, variegated. 40

Calla Little Gem, 2-lnch 1,25

:Mnch 1.50

41neh 2.60

Centaurea Gymnocarna 40

Carnations, our selection w

Cestrum Parqul 'iO

Coleus, our selection 40

named 60

Chrvsantlienuims. our selection 411

Cuphea 2 varieties ... 40

Ch;enosteinnia hlsplda 40

CIssus Discolor. 2-luch -'o

Cannas, our selection 1.00

Chinese Matrimony Vine, 1 year 1,25

Dahlias, dry roots, our selection LOO

Daisies, Marguerite, white 50

English. Snow Crest .. -'5

Fuchsias, our selection .40

Trailing tjueen 1,00

Geraniums, our selection 50

Ivy leaved, our selection 50

L'Elegant 75

Glechoma Hederacea var 50

Hydrangea. 3 varieties. 2H Inch, ,.. .... .60

panlculata grand., 2 ft. branched 1.60

Hoya 60

Heliotrope — ■^'

Musk Plant, double Lj5

Manettia Vine JO

Moonvlne. while and blue "U

Nasturtium Cardinal Prince 00

Primula Obconica 60

Pelargoniums, mixed unnamed 60

Polntederla. Water Hyacinth 1.00

Smllav -JU

Vlnca.:j-lnch LOO

Verbenas 4U

Violets, Double Ituyslan cto

I. N. KRAMER & SON. Cedar Rapids. Iowa

4.00
2.00
3 00
3.00
4.00

10.00
12.00
20.00
3 00
4.00
5.00
2.60
3.00
3.00
3,00
3.00

6.00

0.00
4.00

3.00
8.0U
300
3.U0

4.00
4.00
12.00
4.00
4.00

3.00
4.00
4.00
3 00
3.00

2.50
8.00
3.00

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammoths, 214-Inch pots 13.00 S2.V00

rooted cuitlngs, 1,25 10 00

General collection, named. - " 1,00 8,00

2'.l-lnch pots 2.60 20.00

Siend for price list of Carnations, Chrysanlhemumo
and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. DImmock will be pU-a»4'd to Interview
huvera or reply •" any conimunliallon addressed to
hlih nta)6(ireeriwlch St., New York cllv

READY FOR BUSINESS

Make known your wants and we
will be pleased to quote prices.

CATALOOUES NOW HEADY . . .

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

Latania Borbonica.

From 6-inch pots, 2) inches hi(;h, with
5 to 7 ch;ir;icteri'.Uw leaves.

{1.00 each: $9.00 per dozen: $75.00 per hundred.
Price ol imaller ti/es on applicalion.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

167 W. Manmao 8t , ADBIAW, MICH

Marie Louise

Rooteil Ciilllnj;',, fUK) per Kiod.
ANCHORAGE ROSE CO..

^ ANCHORAGE KY.

PLKAMK IIHIItlljII lllc AMKKILAN I'LOKItil

e»ery time vou write to an ndvcrtlicr.

Va

Tuberous Begonias.

(;UIFFIN"S STKAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.
We are hciuiqunrterB for llie
ftbove.the flnest Blmln lu llie
'*- world. Siend for Ulustrnled
descriptive <'atiiIot.'ue wltli copyright enKnivinps. It
tullB you rill abi.ut them.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. Griffin, Mgr, Westbury Station. L. I.. N. Y.

The Boskoop, Holland, Nursery Association

OFFERS AT SPECIAL PRICES

Roses, Azaleas, Rhododendrons,
Clematis, Etc.

Addre.ss Q. H. JOOST E N . Agent,

:i <<Hiitl.'« '«lll>. NKW YOKK.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents lor
Snell's Hydraulic 8yBtoni ..I usini,: oil fur fuel
purposes. A'» ihI"> . iiml ; , to ',i clieaiiir than coal.

509 Madison Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.

;r SeiHl for rimihir

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

SI'KCI Vl.TIIOM IneluillMi; 'I'lie Uiieeii. NIveUB.
.Mm !• 1.. AliM'». Colilell WeiMlTiK, ,lu.lKe lloitt, lirid
<;ij<Hl(iriieloiiii. Twelve liliiiitn tor II. IKi.

NOVKI.TI KS . liicliiillnK The Worlit. Whlto
Kniili', Moimrch of ontrleh I'lumeii. Hllver Wiives.
niKl I'liiKliii I'ourteeii liliinlH for II IW.

<*I':N KIC Al. I,l>»'r: InelmllriK iiiHliy now vnrlo-
tleli. Hlxleen pliililK forll.UII.

Now reiiily Kir ili'llviTy. Senil for oiitiilounu.

M. B. LITTLE. QLENS FALLS. N. Y.

Dii vol WANT .\lr. Scotl'H si-iisonable
liinlH lor the ytiir in l)o<)k form, so tliat
voti call rfli-r readily to liis stij^KcslioiiB
tor iinv w<fl< in llic year? You will find
then in this form in our track- directory
nnd reference book for 1891 I'ricc $a.OO.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

941

Begonias.

Argentea Guttata, Vernon, Dewdrop, M. De
Lesseps, and other Per 100

Flowering varieties . $3 00

Rex, in variety 5 00

COIEOS, in variety, per 1000, $20.00. ... 2 50
Moon Vine, (I. Noctiphyton) . , .3 50

COB2:AScandens 3 00

Geraniums, none but the best varieties, per

1000, S-2.5.00 3 00

Happy Thought, Mt. of Snow and Bronze 3 00

Mrs. Pollock. 6 00

Ampelopsis Tricolor, strong 2 in . 3 60

Chrysantbemums, leading varieties, per

1000, $20.00 .... 2 50

Alternanthera, 3 varieties, strong, 2-inch . 2 50

Achillea The Pear!, strong, 2inch 2 50

Abutilon Eclipse .... .... 3 SO

Honeysuckle Japan Golden, 15-in. vines,

branched 3 00

Roses.

American Beauty, 2;4-inch, strong and

healthy 5 00

Hardy Climbers, VA ia. . . ■ 3 00

H. P., IJ^ in 3 50

Carnations.

Rooted Cuttings, leading varieties, healthy,

per 1000, $10 00 . 1 25

HELIOTBOFE, 4 varieties 2 50

THOS, A. McBETHS, CO.. Springfield, Ohio.
A NEW INDUSTRY.

SEEDUttIGS OF

Tuberous Begonias, Gloxinias, Calceolarias

We make a specialty of growing the
above plants for florists; having every
advantage, we can furnish a superior
article. The seed used is the best ob-
tainable, regardless of cost; in Double
Begonias we have our own strain, which
brings fully 90 per cent of full flowers.
All plants sent out are strong thrifty
stock from flats, ready for 3-inch pots
Begonias and Gloxinias are ready
through May and June, but Calceolar-
ias are only grown on contract, deliv-
ery October.

Experienced florists know that good
seedlings contain finer varieties than
the low priced mixtures of Begonia and
Gloxinia bulbs. We enable every flo-
rist to raise his own bulbs at a nominal
cost. Try us.
PRICES: Gloxinias, Calceolarias, Single Begonias,
$2.00 per 100; Double Begonias. $3 00 per 10 J. De-
livered by mail or express. Orders booked now.

M. WINDMILLER & SONS, Begonia Specialists,

MANKATO, MINNKSOTA.

CANNA MME. CROZY. started plants. $1 per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, S2.50

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, from

2-inch pots. Splendid list ol varieties, my selec-
tion. S2.50 per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, ray selection,

«,'i.00 per 100.
CARNATION . entirely free from disease. One

hundred in assorted colors, my selection for 82.50.
PANSIES. from finest seed to be had, S2.00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment. 2-inch, my selection,

8:^00 per 100.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM. $2,00 per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS iCentaurea Gymnocarpa). $2.00

per 100 for strong 2-inch.
ENGLISH IVY, 2-inch. $:j 00 per 100.

Any of the above plants 25 at the 100 rate.

K. S. GRIFFITH, Independence, Mo.
Independence Is weil located for shipping, belnti 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

Echeveria Desmetiana.

The finest silvery white variety, for
fancy bedding.

Send ten cents for sample.

M. WINDMILLER & SONS,

MANKATO, MINN.

THE DIRECTORY

For 1894

^ Is Now Ready.

PRICE $2.00.

REMOVAL NOTICE.

This is to inform our friends and patrons that on and
after May ist, '94, we will be located at

59 WABASH AVENUE, 2nd Floor, CHICAGO,

where we will be pleased to see you. We are now as were
before prepared to fill all orders with good stock and prompt
shipment. Come and visit our new quarters when you are in
the city.

We remain yours,

NILES CENTER FLORAL 60.
Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

Laurel and Green Festooning, Wreaths, Etc.
SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.

100,000 VERBENAS.

Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the largest growers of Verbenas in the country. Oar sales reaching: last year
315,500. Our plants this year fully equal, if not surpass, any we have ever ^own.

J, Xv. lilHyr^OPf, :BloonrE«»tou.re:, I»a.

ao,ooo

ARAUC/VRIAS

ARAUCARIA EXCELS A, C to S-inch plants,
$35.00 PER 100; $6.00 PER DOZ.

ARAUCARIA IMBRICATA, small plants,
Sa.OO PER lOO; $t.50 PER DOZ.

The above delivered by Mail or Express
at prices quoted.

New Crop Phoenix Canariensis, $2.50 per 1000 Seeds
" Washingtonia filifera .75 per lb.
" ChamaBrops excelsa .50 per lb.

Grevillea robusta 5.00 per lb. 50c oz.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sausouie Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to eight branches, very
fine stock, |12.oo to $25.00 per dozen.

PALMS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY,

3306 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO, ILI..

Hardy Water Lilies.

Per Doz.

NYMPH.EA Odorata. large rhlzomts Jl.UU

GlKantea. " 1.(10

Minor, " 1.00

Rosea, " 2.00

" Rosacea, '* 1.00

" Tuberosa, " 1.00

GEORGE FARRANT. Salem, N. C.

Mention Areierlcan Florist

Do YOU w,\NT detailed information about
the organization and workings of the va-
rious national trade organizations? You
will find what you want in our trade di-
rectory and reference book for 189-t.
Price $2 00.

MBTGHLE88 IN BEAUTY

Unsurpassed in Fragrance.

Commencing: May 15, lean furnish by mail, post-
age prepaid. The Celebrated Grandiflora Cape Jas-
mine Buds, at $1.00 per 100, or by Express at $7.50
per 1000. This truly g^reat flower, when carefully
packed, will remain :n a dormant state for ten
days, and, upon being placed in water, will at
once open in splendor. Please send in your orders
at once, as supply is limited.

ADDRESS Q. H. JONES,

No. 819 Market Street, GALVESTON. TEXAS.
Mention American Florist.

READ THIS.

FELTHOCSEN, the COLEUS SPECIALIST,

has at least

100.000 PANSIES. In the seed bed. at S2.00 per 1000,
and about 50.(100 transplanted In flats, at W.OO per 1000.

ROOTED CUTTINGS of COLEUS, your selection.
SO.IO per 1000. Our selection. S5.0O per 1000.

FUCHSIAS, leading sorts, rooted cuttings Sl.OO per 100.

HKLIOTROPK. 4 varieties. Jl.OO per 100.

SALVIAS or SWEET SAGE, Jl.OO per 100.

AGERATUM. blue and white, 7.5c. per 100; S6 per 1000.
Cash must In all cases accompany the order.

J. E. FELTHOUSEN,

370 Van Vranken Ave., SCHENECTADY. N. Y.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address QEQRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

The American Florist and Gardening
together to one address for $1.75. Send
orders to the American Florist Co.

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Illay y,

1^^ LkME^mim f^mm^i

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, S2.00.

Advertisements. lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch, ii.^x Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gunranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 percent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 33 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

Tbe AdTertfsini? Department of the AMERICAN
Florist is for Ftorista, Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Oxly. Please to
remember It.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us* by Monday to secure
Insertion In the Issue for the foUowlDK Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

In our issue for the 17th of August,
1893, we called attention to thefact that
the Society of American Florists had pro-
vided for the preparation of a list of
decorative plants handled by the Ameri-
can trade, to be adopted as the official
list of the Society, with a view to secur-
ing a uniform and simplenomerclature in
the trade. The committee appointed for
this purpose has now begun work on the
list, with Professor William Trelease, of
the Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis,
as chairman, and desires three copies of
each catalogue issued bj- any American
dealer within the last year. I'hese should
be sent at once to the chairman of the
committee, at St. Louis, marked on the
outside, "For the committee's use." We
cannot too strongh* urge upon every
American dealer who issues a catalogue,
or who advertises in the journals, the im-
portance of at once complying with this
request, so as to simplify the task cf the
committee, which is at the iK-st a very
laborious one; and we are certain that if
the wishes of the Society are carried out,
the trade will be very much benefited
thereby.

' me PQJURIC FOLDING nBHUI
fOR CUTfLOmRS

^

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers.

Ms'lf fr'.ni tji-nvy. .Mimlllii Jlru-d, '-^trawl>.farcl, Shlt>-
\nii\ ilul, pju-kr-'l Iiij In a cralc.

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackaon ft Clinton Bta,, CHICAGO.

I » t l■M■.^ 1 M M\ 1:1-

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4tm and Walnut Streets,

Mi-rill'.n Atlii-rlfjin Klorlnl

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

/402 P(NE STREET,

(Siir.r..or to KI.I.ISON * lit KII.V),

#:*=« W H O L E S A L E ^♦^:4f

llii 1 :::,. THIf. KT,

Mt. J^oiiIm, Alio*

A aompUts lln* of WIro Iioalcna.

REMOVAL NQTI6E

J. B. DEAMUD & CO.

Wholesale Cut Flowers,

WILL REMOVE MAY 1st

TO

34 and 36 Randolph Street,

HEADQUARTERS FOR
AMERICAN BEAUTIES

OHICiVOO.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Fhone Main 4508.

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders 'with. First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS WANUS.
CUT STRINGS s to is feet long, so cts.

Slil|>|)e<l 111 litrRe or small quiintltieH to auy part of the country. Ordern by luitll, tele-
irraph or telephone. .

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Mpiuiun American KlorlBt.

GEP.%E A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCKSSOK TO

PEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successors lo WM. I. STEWART,

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^=-
67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Aqenl for the OREAT ANTIPEST.

WELCH BROS..
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NnrTrrmont Si.. BOSTON, MASS.

At Half Price till May 1st.

')'•'<: OMt oiil Riiritlll. I (irTf<r :t(MM) Sill I lux I'IiiiiIn.

.Ironif. I ronr.nl II pi-r Mm Oixli iiiiinl iin-oiii

imiiy (iriliT,

■ l<».. K. ItllVSXI.I., Siilrlii. Ulilii.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

Wholesale
Florists

N.E. CORNER

^v*' 13th & Chestnut Sis.

PHILADELPHIA.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16lh STREET,

f*l>Il/«.<JoIt:>]kl««., Fa.

DAN'L B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

495 Washington St,. BUFFALO. N. Y.

SlIIPI'IM. 0|niKil-H (A ItKIIM V A I I i:\IIKI> TO.

OTIIKK St*i:riAI,Tli:s:

I'loriHtM' SnppllfM. Wire I)i-hI|;iih. KiilhH,
l.tiiiK'H riorlMtH rii(i|i>K''ii|>hH(Hi'i>lur(f<*H(r

CntiiloifiM-H. I,lHt«. 't'crtim. ctr , on aiiiillciitlini

Always mention the AMEKCAN Flo-
rist when writine to advertisers.

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Kennicott Bros. Go.

34- & 36 RANDOI.PH STREET,
CJHICA.GtO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUFFI.IE3.

Telephone niaiii 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

85 per cent, discouut on all Cash orders of
$5.0U and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

Whole5?ilbPlorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND AI.Ii

FI^OBISTS' STTFFI.IES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. I.. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses. Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CMICA.G-0.

MONS. OLSEX.

HOR.ACE U. IIL'GHES.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4780. Consignments Solkited.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
.*! W^to^sln A.-\.-^.,

Boom 2. CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GON TIERS,

CARNATIONS

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

HOETICULTDRAL AUCTIONEERS.

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,
FLORISTS'
VASES.

FLORAL DESIGHS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARUND, Harrtsburg, Pa.

©\VRoPe««iafe Marftetii.

Cut Flowers.

WEW York. April 28.

Roses. Perle. Cusln.Wattevllle l.UO® 4.00

Meteor, Mermet. Bride l.tO® 4.U0

Bridesmaid 2.00® 5. OO

TeBtout 2.01K9 6.U0

Beauty 2.00@ai.a0

Hybrids 2.0O@2J.0O

Jacqs 5.00®2U.OO

Carnations 1 00® H.OO

HarrlBli 2.00® 4 00

Violets 50® .75

Valley 1.00® 2.00

Dnffodlls, Tulips 2.U0® :i.UU

Sweei peas 1.00® 1.50

Mignonette 2.00® 4.00

Martjuerlles 50® .75

Hyacinths 1.00

Smilax 15.00@25.00

AflparaKUS 35.00®50.(X3

Adlantum 1.00

Lilacs, per bunch 60@1.00

BOSTON, April 28.

Roses, Nlphetos, Gentler .... 1.00® 3 00

Perle.Sunset 1.00® 3.00

Bride,Mermet l.Oii® 4.00

Jacqs BOO® .S.CjO

Brunner 3.0O®2iJ.0O

Carnations 1.00® 2.60

Violets 60® .75

Harriali 3 10® 4.00

Stoclis 1 00® 2.01

Lily of the valley 1.00® 3 00

Daffodils. Astllbe 1.00® 2.00

Mignonette 1.00® 2.00

Sweetpeas 1.00® 1.50

Adlantum l.OO

Smilax 12.00®16.00

Asparagus 50.00

PHILADBLPHIA. April 28.

Roses, Perle, Gontier, Nlphetos. . .... 2.00® 3.00

Cusin. Watteville, Uoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 4.00® ti.OO

Kaiserin, Bridesmaid, Testout 5.00® 8.00

" Belle, Beauty 10.00®25.00

Laings 12 .50®25.00

Jacqs 10.00®16.00

Carnations 1.50

2.00® 3 00

Valley 3.00® 4.00

Yellow daisies 2 00

Violets 75® 1.00

Mignonette 1.00® 1.50

Asparagus 60.00®75.00

II!^rrl^1l lilies 6.00® 8.00

Swi'ct ijeas 1.00® 1.60

Catlleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.0{)®40.00

Smilax 16.00®25.00

CHICAGO. May 1.

Koses, Beauty .. 12.CO®20.00

■■ Jacq S.ai

Bridesmaid, Meteor 3.00® 4.00

Mermet, Bride, La France l.OO® 1.50

Carnations 50® .75

Valley 3.00

Ilarrlsll . 4.10

Tulips, daffs 100

Dutch hyacinths 2.00® 3.00

Violets.. .75

Sweet peas 1.00® 1.50

Smilax 10.00®15.00

Asparagus 50.00

Cincinnati. April 25.

Roses, Beauty 10.00®25 00

Mermet. Bride 4.00® 5 oo

Perle 2 00® 3.00

Carnations 1.00® 3.C0

Cnllas. Harrisil 6.00® 8.00

Violets. Panates .50

Valley 3.00

Pink Romans 3.0

Smilax 15.00

Adlantum 1.00

Asparagus 60. OC

BUFFALO, April 30.

Roses, Beauties 10.00@25.00

Jacqs, Brunners 8 0^12 50

Mermet. Bride, 4.00® H. 00

Meteor 4.00® S.OO

Gontier, Perle Hoste 3.00® 6.00

Cusin 3.00® 6.00

Callas, Harrisil S.00®10.00

Carnations 1.50

Daybreakand Wm. Scott 1.50® 2.00

short 7.5® 1.00

Valley 3 Ui

Violets 60.® .75

Tulips. Daffodils 2.0O® 3.00

itunians 2.00

Sweet peas 1 C0@l.60

.Mignonette I 00® 2.00

Smilax 15.00® 20. 00

Adlantum l.fiO

Asparagus 60.00

THE DIRECTORY

IS NOW Kimy.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164. CHICAGO.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES;

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pri~ ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 28tb St., NEW YORK.

After Easter Weddings,

PURE WHITE LILAC

Seasonable, Choice, Appropriate.

ALSO ALL OTHER DESIRABLE
STOCK.

CAN SUPPLY IN ANY QUANTITY

DESIRED.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr., ffiir^

20 W. 24th Street, NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SttERIDflN,

. WHOLESALE .

32 West 30ih Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESaiE FLORIST.

Careful ^Hipping to all parts of the country
Price list on application.

FB.ANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut* Flowers.

51 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

BOXES OF GUT ORGHIDS,

Rang^ing^ in price front *5 to .'S2.">.

PITCHER & MANDA,

United States Aurseries ^

. . . SHORT HILLS. N. J.

THEO. BOEHBS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

NEW YORK CITY.

EstabllBhed 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

77 WEST 2BTH STREET,

BRANCH : Cut Flower Exchange. 408 E. 34th Street.

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May J,

^fic ^aai. Urac^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BCKPEE. Philadelphia, presldeot: A. L.
Don. secretary and treaanrer. lU Chambers street.
New York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane, at Toronto. Ont

C. A. Haynes, senior member of the firm
ofC. k. Haynes & Co., New York, custom
house brokers in the horticultural trade,
died suddenly last week. The business
will be continued under the same firm
name.

Henry Nungesser, New York, has ad-
mitted Marshall H. Duryea as a partner,
and the business will be continued under
the title, Henry Nungesser & Co.

VisiTLVG Xew Y'ork: H. W. Buckbee,
Rockford, 111.; John Frazer, Philadelphia.

Clamp Iron for Swing Shelf.

I send herewith a sketch of a clamp
iron for a swing shelf that I have found
extremely useful, the ease with which it
can be lowered or raised nearer the glass
giving it an in.mense advantage over a

fixed shelf. The idea is probably old, but
I never happened to see it in use for the
purpose and having found it so useful
myself I thought there would be others
not familiar with it and whom it might
also benefit.

As shown in the sketch the device con-
sists of two irons clamping the iron pipe
post fastened by two bolts. By loosening
the bolts it can be placed at any point on
the pipe that seems desirable. The irons
I use are 10-inch, carrying a 12-inch shelf.
The thing was so simple we made the
pattern ourselves and had the irons cast.
The two irons and the two bolts cost
about 18 rents a set.

Boston. \Vm. C. nowniTCii.

CflTflUOGUE, PRINTING.
tLEGTROTYPINO.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horse* McFariand Co.

. . . IIAKUISIUIKl, I'A.

Mi-titl-.r: An.iTlrfifi |-I<,r1«l

{HhKK.MA.WS Shhl) STOKK

4 t r:i Khsi mill siri ■ >.

4 ■.. nr ly.T.i- l.l.it.'l K.rrT, M,V\ HllCK.

t I ( <>lii|>l<-lr Htof It or

t I j^^Tta-K wiafax?*

* I \\ ICcnariniililc ITIr •-•

i I'ltn K ii-r MiKi: uv ai'IMk ,\tiiin

Tuberoses. . .

DWARF PEARL and TALL DOUBLE.

FINE. SOUND BULBS

1st Size tt.00 per 100; fKOO per 1000

2nd Size 60 " 5.00

BROWN L CANFIELO. Springfield. 111.

M«ntl«m Aro«rlnKn V1«in«1

{.■^iiEKWMuD II.vLi. Nursery Co.)

No. 427-9 S.\NSOME Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQtJARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Nativo Bulbs. I 11 Y BULBS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

SJatnbllsIiecl 3.S30.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SON,

HYACINTHS. TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCING BULBS.
Wholesale In^porters shotAld write us for Prices.

OlIK NKW TH.XDK I.I.ST NOW HKAUY.

JOHN SPEELMAN of

C.J

WHOUESAl-E BULB GROWERS.

(45 ACRES IN CULTIVATION) S ASSE N H E I M . HOLLAND.

Hf^^'s to advisf liis Aincricati custottirrs llmt he will call iijMiii tht-in at an early dntc and askstliat orders
\>f r*-Herved until he has called. I shall be iti America till May I."), and nn to that ciatt:
addrt-Hsrrl to J<>»IIV «»eiCB£^I\ft A.1V, care of KNAUTH. NACHOD &
William Street. NEW YORK, will hav<- prompt itttrntion.

curresijoiideiice
KUHNE. 5 South

SUMMER DEUVERY.

I KKKSIAS, i.ll.. I.OMilKI.O-

Ki M. CAi.i.As, <:|':m cam, as,

AMAItVi.i.lN, ('Ai.ll'-OKMA
I in. I IS, llroillii'iiH. ClllorlKirl iim,
I rllllii.rli.K, TKKi'. TKItN HTKMS, iiii.l An«-
Inilluii I'liliiiSri'iU. '..I,.! I.irniir M-\\ I'iMi i:P.l-i

H. H. BERGER & CO..

Edabliihcd 1878. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN I SONS,

Houlvaart'OvDrviinn nifar Hiiarjom. Holland.
Growers ol Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. CalaloKUC free on application.
Special prices Riven (or larije quantities.

You will benefit (he American Flo-
rist hy mentioning it every time you
write an advertiser in thusji columns

PLANTS! BULBS!

' Evcr.vthlriK ai>|HTtulnHu to the Pnrm
and i;ur«li*ii of tin' IxhI nncl cUulcest }
(iimllty. l*RU:i:s IM4;ilT.

CfttaloKim on (ipplU-nllcn.

WEEBER & DON.

' 114 Chambers St.. New Yohk Ciry.
Its x3ca.i*..«fcxyac»-» < ---rgT-a gTTjK^jr

TRY

DRHER'S
GflRDtN Seeds,

Plants, Bulbs & RHquisilei.

They arc tile bust nl the
lowest prices. Trade List In-
surd (iiinrtcrly. nuiilcd free
to the Irmlc fmly.

IlKMtV A. I>KKKK,
I'lillixlolphlK, I>a.

I'l.itAHi'. mention the Amhhican Flo-
rist every time you write to an advcr-
tiacr in these columnl.

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GiNNA^

WORLDSFAIR. 5END TOR

Our Great Specialty- The ne

LMROn fLOWERING CANNA5 ARE TH
BEDDING PLANT5 OF THE EUTURr.W]
HAVE ALL THE BEST 50RT5 AND NON
BUT THE BE5T ThE PICTURE 5H0W5 A
V/ERY i_ 5MALL PART Of OUR GREAT
DI5PIAy|^0E0VE^ 4.000 PEANT5 AT THE
OUR CATALOGUE GIVING 4 EULE _^

Huis6Do§cii Bromers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs # Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

After May I. '94. address will be ENGLEWOOD. N J.

LILY OF THE VALLEY BULBS.

OlCI^R KHOPrr &. CO . Erfurt. Germany.

Seed growers to 11. 11.. the Empeuir of Germany.
A'ery BEST Hamburg and Herlin quali-
ties, 3 years old, lor forcing.

For particulars apply to

C. B. RICHARD & CO.. Agents.

Gl Broadway, NEW YORK.

MAKE A NOTE OK THIS.

Geraniums, ^Jia-ln. pots, our selection *2. To per 100

Fuchsias, ■■ .... 2 7o

ColeuB. 2^ and 3-ln. " '■ 2.00 "

rooted cutting 50 "

Roses. 2}-<i-lnch pots 3 00

Cosmos. iri)m tints 1.25 "

Candviuft, from tlats. white 1.25 '*

Hardy iJlanthus. trom flats 1.25 "

Stock, from Hats. Giant Perfecllon 1.5J

Polyanthus, from flats. l.BO

Cash with the order.

MRS. J. P. BEAN & CO.. Mt. Pleasant, Iowa.

Fansies in bloom.

First class plants (rom cold frames. Seud
$2.00 for sample hundred.
W. J. ENGLK, Box 'ZW. Haytou, Ohio.

Please mention tfie American Florist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

GROWERS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS. NARCISSUS, ETC.

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale Importers.

Mention American Florist.

FREESIA REF. ALBA

500,000 No. I Bulbs.

Guaranteed free from any
mixture of the yellow
variety.

Deliveru after iSlli May.

E. C. FEARMAN,

SHELLY BAY, BERMUDA.

Large quantities of

Tuberoses and Lilium Harrisii,

Crop '94, from growers only.
J. C. SCHMIDT, Erfurt, Germany.

Here's a New One.

Send prices on any tiling good and
cheap. Trade lists wanted.
A. J. SEIDERS, TAYLOR, TEXAS.

CYCLAMEN SEEDS,

European strain.

LILIES OF THE VALLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.

FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Price,^.

SCHILLER & CO. 3

Commission Seed Merchants.
122 E. 23rd Street, IfEW YORK.

please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

ROOTED CUTTINGS

GOOD ONES.
Verbenas, 23 varieties . . . . IKIc. per lOO: 88.U0 per 1000

Hellutrope. T varieties per doz. 20 cts,

P'uchsins, 1- varieties

ClKar flant niul l.opezla

Giant Alyaaum and .Marinierlte Daisy., .
Mancttia Vine. Me.v. Primrose & Sultana
Ked. Wlilte & Blue Plant (CupheaLlavae)
Cliryaanthemums. 20c. Coleus. 12c. Postage Ic. a doz.
Send for catalogue. I. L. PILLSBURY. Macomb, III.

You will benefit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

30ot8.
20 cts.
20 cts.
26 cts.
30 cts.

916

The American Florist

May J,

Toronto.

The voice of the bull frog may be now
heard in the land, trees are bursting into
leaf, gardeners and florists are unap-
proachable, seedsmen are working day
and night, summer is coming and spring-
time is here (28 th April). I mention the
date because it is quite possible and even
probable that the thermometer may get
down in the depths again before this ap-
pears.

Cut flowers are very plentiful but oriees
— .veil the less said about them the better.
Butchers and grjcers are selling roses.
One of the largest stores in town (where
they sell everything, from a paper of pins
to a barrel of w^hiskey) has started into
the florist line now, the first in this city
to do so. It takes the entirecut of one of
the large growers but I have not yet
beard with what success.

At the next regular meeting of the G. &
F. Association Professor Panton of the
Agricultural College, Guelpb, will lecture
on "Fungi." A social programme his
been arranged also. The meeting will be
open to all interested. E.

Interesting Questions.

At a recent mcetingofaccrtainaraateur
horticultural society, the, question box
disgorged the enquiry, "Why does Turks-
headcacti grow tall instead of round"?
The m''mber called upon for an answer
replied thathe would explain thematterif
any body would tell him "why the pump-
kin grows round and the cucumberlong."
Those people must be bardupforsubjects.

Constant Reader.— It would be im-
possible to tell you a remedy for "spots
on palms" until the character of the dis-
ease was determined. Send a piece of a
diseased leaf to Prof. Byron D. Ilalsted,
Rutgers College, New Brunswick, N'.J.,
with a request that he name the disease
and best remedy or preventive. He makes
a specialty ol investigating fungous and
bacterial diseases of plants. If it is any-
thing new he will likely prepare a de-
scriptive article for our columns.

PANSIES,

THE JENNINGS STRAIN.

Plants in hud and bloom |il.5o and $210
per 100, f 15.00 per 1000; medium sized
plants of mixed, white or yellow, $S 00 per
KXK). Extra 60c bun jred by mail.

New crop Pansy Seed ready June 25th
better than ever. Cish wi(h order.
AuuREiM E. B. JENMIMOB,

WIIOI.ENAI.K rAM4V i;il<>\VKI<.
UxkUiiXTU MIHTIlrOItT, CONN.

Bmlr.. Mrriii'la. I'crlnl. Cllkino. Ilostr. Watte

villc. C.'mtirr >!rtcor on<l I^ I'miicr ril9nOtM-r

inri llri i'Miiniil hikI Hrnuly. ol 1*1 U) prr InO.

^' "I IK-aiiiy ciilliiign. nl JItOO per 100

'» oil quantity. I.,ct inc price y»iiir

1: ■• ■. :lll Otil.r.

ROBERT

«'r«l I'..r...l l;itl..

TE8SON.

»T, I, III IS. M<».

I'l-rli---. I'.rl'lt'fs. .\ 1 1 -r I I n -tM.

StroHK lieallhy plants, Iroin 2 inch
pots, HOI) per 100.

88 Eail Mam SI.. ROCHESTER. N Y.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

YOUNG ROSES.

We offer a limited quantity of the following varieties:

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-inch pots.

Perles in 2-inch pots.

Mermets in 2-inch pots.

La France in 2-inch pots.

Albany in 2-inch pots.

BASSETT & WASHBURN, Hinsdale, Ills.

Per 100.

$6 00
6 00
3 50

Special discount on our Beauties on orders of 500 or over.

REINBERGr BROS., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

Am. Beauties,
Testout,
Meteors, -

Brides, -
La France,
Mermets,

Per 100.

$3 50
3 50
3 50

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSfllHTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MY, Summit, New Jerseu.

Brides. Bridesmaids,
Perles. Meteors. Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-ln. pots.

Cusins, Beauties,
Nlphetos. Testouts.
La France. Mermets,

A,mre^.,for.u„u,uo„s^^,^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. 9. for Clias. Macintosh & Co., Kngrland, Inventore of Vulcanized Indln Rubber.
Kxtr:i stronp trrcenhouse hose to witlislnnd lilt:h pressure. 34-ln.. .S-pIy. l.'ic. per foot In IMI feet lentiths.

2 1-2 Cent ROSES.

200,000 from 2'L.-lnch pots, at
$25 per 1000: $3 per 100.

STRICTLY OUR SELECTION. %'!',:;!'

50.000 from 4-inch pots, at
$60 per 1000; $7 per 100.

VARIETIES IN STOCK.

HYBRIDS-M. Baumann, Black Prince, Al-
fred Colomb, f. De Lesseps, De Graw,
Dufferin, Edinburgh, Holmes, Giant of
Battles, Lefebvre, Lyonnaise, Prince
Arthur, E. Verdier, E. Fuerst.

HYBRID TEAS— Weilshdtt, Meteor, Pink
Kiiver, La France, White La France,
Albany, Wootton

TEAS— Bravy, Gontier, Golden Gate, Mer-
:iiet. Brides, Passot, President, Rubens,
Anna Ollivier, Perle, Sunset, Scliwarz,
Waiteville, Hoste, Salviati, Safrano,
Wahm.

CLIMBERS-Baltimore Belle, Seven Sisters,
Tennessee Belle, Gustave Gossard, Mar-
cclial Niel, SoUaterre. IJevoniensis, La-
marque. Perle, Richardson.

Also Quern's Scjriet, Soupert, Chatelard,
Pernet, Kuster, Mignonette and other
varieties.

nivilptl, snifl for (|iiiitiitiuii on yntir own Hclcdiou.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

l>Ciyt<>i», <>liio.

'JOn Ni|.lir|.« k.,«r«. 'JOiiichru hiKli IIIKXIixT 100.
Itfiiivnnli.'iK. T<nilrA ciiltttifEN, !i van*, }I .i<t "
Hliir l.Mtx'hnit. f'lr llaiikclii, ready to t>tooiii, 9^00

),<-, 100
Vcri«^n»« pi W |HT 100 Hitrn fine colorii.

Wrilr for litt 1111(1 Ir>w Jfficr.,

McCREA & COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

""^ 100.000 ROSES. ''''

STOCK

SORTS

In |irlnu' CDntllllim Inr plnrillim 'Hit nr repnttliin.
^'oun;,' Mtofk tail uf vlt'or Wf niiTm- :i Iiu- sorts:

Perle. ^;unset. li. M. Siaiilcv. (;..i.ti'ii tlntL', Victor
lluizd. Ilrownlnw. CtoMye ilc Luimiltn', Kiiiet'er. .1. B.
Vnrriiiic, Nlvi-us. Mine, ('lunllli'. IhMiuT. Aurora. A.
Christ. •I'l'li'. Hon Sllcnc. Cnqiit'tlc de Lyon, .1.
Sfliujut/. Sdlvliiil Suiiv ilr 1-" (ijniilii. Si'iiv. de I'ernet.
Slri|H-.l. Wiilti' ail. I I'lnk l,a Kranci'. IlilUe. Merniet.
(MirlMtlne-lf None, M lue. IMorre (Julllot, Meteor. Her-
nmsa. <,hic('iih Srnrlft, M. NIol, LHiiiiirque. r^ulfaUjrre,
Kuphni.'.viR', lUiiiti, K I'radel. Ueve d'Or. Lurty Wiish-
InctuM. VV. A. JtlcOinrdson. Uelne Ol^a Pauuerclte,
.Mlk'niHU'ttf, ('. Ilru liner. Mph. 1> uraw, km press
I'^iiL'LMili-. lliisaii(|iK'l. mid do/eiiH of other tfood NnrtH.

AtiuveaNsiirtnicnt not In e.vcesMof anyone sort, iKl.OO
per Khc KHMKi per IWH..

IIVHUII) I'KIU'KTITALS: Anna de Dlesbaoh,
Mawna Cliarta. Walthnm. (Jloiro do MnrKotttn, .1.
Hopper. I) rie Moroy, I'lrleh Itrunnt-r. ravil Ncyron,
<;iulre liyonnalse.Owiir liiiinantue Connii-.ssoi < i.\loni.
Mine. Chiif. Wood, Chan Ix'felivre. I UnKTimrc, CaroMrie
(loodrleli li. SeliullhelH. ha Heine. Karl ut I'euibroke
I»r. Andrv. elc. ete, ITleo. t\ per lU): UO per lUOU.

CLIMUKUS: Halt. Belle. ITalrle (.Hiecn. Tonnoflsee
Heltf. fAAU piT KHI: mt.W per l()0().

A biK wlork of brddliiK pianlh. Wrlti- lor qiiot allons.

Address NANZ & NEUNER. Louisville, Ky.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of youni; rose plants out of
2^ and 4-inch pots. Mermets, Brides, La
France, Perles and Bridesmaids. APPly
GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Gli>nville. Cuynhag.1 Co.. Ohio.

"MUST SELL"

fo make room. YounK roses, strong, 2'/i-
Inch BridfS, Mermets. La France, Albany,
Perles, Woottons, at Jc; J!25 00 per 1000.
Smilax plants, ready to plant, 2c. Cash

with order

SOUTH SIDe'fLORAL CO., Springfield, III.

When writinf; to nny of the .Tdvertisers
on this pagcplcascmentionthcAMHKiCAN

I'l.OHIST.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

947

CARNATIONS.

Portia. Darling, Dorner, at 81.25 per 100; $10.00

per 1000.
Daybreak and Fdua Craig at $2.00 per 100.
Annie Pixley ana Helen Keller at $10 per 100;

25 for $3.00.

COLEUS.

Fine assortment, clean cuttings, at 75c. per
JOO or S6.00 per 1000.

200.000 SMILAX

Ready May 15th and after, at $6.00 per 1000«
or 75c. per 100. An honest sample for 10c-

Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

4 NEW 6flRN/\TI0NS

UNCLE JOHN, white; THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per ICO; $75.00 per 1000. Ready April Ist.

Get our 189;^ varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. Scott, (the most profit-
able plnK carnation grown); Mrae. Diaz Alberilni.
Eliz. Reynolds. Richmond, and all the others of our set.

Do not forget to order some Major Bonnaffon. the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever introduced
for show as well as maritet purposes.
Send f(ir price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.
M0NEY=GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Crai^^
Albertini
Daybreak
Cartledge
McGowan
Portia

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First=
Class in every way.

Note, before you order c'sewhtTe, that
we offer the above and twenty other pood
varieties of Carnations, well established
in soil, ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery in April— at the price of cut-
tings from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

ALEX. McBRIDE,

ALPLAU5, N. Y.

THE DIREGTORY

• • FOR 1894 . ■

Is Now Ready.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.

HELEN KELLER
THE STUART
UNCLE JOHN
GOLDFINCH

These and all the lead-
ing: varieties, including
WM. SCOTT. DAYBREAK
and TIDAL WAVE ready
now. Send for prices.

GEO. HANCOCK & SON,

Grand Haven. Mich.

Fine plants of best strain, just com-
ing into bloom, $15.00 per 1000.

J. T. A-JvarHOivv,

2205 Mictaig-an Ave., CHICAOO.

When wrltln^i mention the A.mekicax Fi.okist.

THE QUALITY

OF THE PLANTS WE
ARE SENDING OUT OF

"HELEN KELLER"

Will be readily understood by the following:

'"Dear Sir:— I wish to heartily thank you for the v^xy superior rooted cuttings of Carnation
'HELEN KELLER' you sent me. They are the very best thai I have ever received from any
party. I wish I had ordered double the number. Yours very truly, N. H. SPAFFORD."

PRICE FOR WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS;

$3.00 per dozen: $12.00 per 10O; $25.00 per 250; $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS MAY 15E SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

or

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, N. J.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

gUEENS, LONG- ISLAND.

Will have ready about May 20tli rooted cuttings as follows:

io,ooo WILLIAM SCOTT.
io,ooo DIAZ ALBERTINI.

5,ooo McGOWAN.

i,ooo THOMAS CARTLEDGE.

5,ooo PORTIA.

Daybreak sold out ^^^^^M>.

SWEETBRIER

Received Ist Premium for "best seedling of any color"

at Phlla., Nov. 7, '93. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought $5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. U.

JYeeman's, Wasulngton, last winter.

"I like its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale,
"Sweetbrier is all that can be desired."

W. A. MANDA.
Rooted cuttings. IIC.OO per 100; $80.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February L "l'^.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

BOOTED RUNNERS. K.OO per 100; K5.0U per 1000.
Send for price Hat.

KENNETT SQUARE. PA.

^™ JACQUEMINOT

l8 endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
.'VI O K E s A yi I* LES— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per dozen, 12.00: per 100, 110.00: per 1000.
JSO.OO. -250 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLIS, Norfolk Co., MASS.

il||" are now filling promptly all orders

tit Ada Buron and Nicholson

. . . CARNATIONS.

They are the cream of the year.
Send for circular to

JOSEPH BRECK & SONS.

(CORFOKATIO.M.
^m ISOSTON, MASS.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced.
Largest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO.,
BELLEVILLE, N. ,J.

FANSIES.

Imperial German, mixed, very large plants; all bloom-
ing. J-J.tXl per 100; $!.'>. Oil pur lOUO.

GERANIUMS.

Double and single ml.\ed. In :rlncli pots, fli 00 per 100.

PETER BROWN, Florist,

LANCASTER, PA.

lu Assorted lots only.

ROOTED CUTTINGS, in 30 to 40 varieties, (our
selection), at S6.50 per 1000 by express; in 20^
varieties, at SLOO per 100 by mail.

NEW KINDS, including some of the most handsome
ever offered for sale, in 10 varieties, at 82.00-
per 100 by mail.

We will include at least 50 cattings of the.
new kinds in every 1000 purchase.

W. R. Shelmire,

Carnation Grower,

. . . AVONSALE, PA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis--

ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send

lor price list.

JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE, Chester Co., PA.

CARNATIONS

KOOTED CUTTINGS NOAV READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna CraiE. Daybreak. Thos. cartledge.
Buttercup, McGowan. and many of the standard kinds.
Orders filled for tlie New varieties.

Stuart, Uncle -Pohn, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, Annie I'Lxley, Itouton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

HEALTHY CARNATION CUTTINGS.

ferlOOTranspd

HINZE'S WHITE Jl.OO H.25.

McGOWAN l.oO 2.00

ANNA WEBB l.SD 2.(10

LAMBORX and WILDER 1.60

PORTIA ". 1.60.

rOKTlA. In pots ■ 2.00

AURORA. In pots 2 50

No Rust

J. T. DeWITT, Bristol, Pa.

m DIRECTORY

For 1894
IS NOW READY.

948

The American Florist.

Mays,

St. Paul, Minn.

Trade for the week has been good, an
improvement over the previous week.
The bright warm weather haS brought
things forward rapidly and an abundance
of fine bloom is now" being cut. Prices
however remain firm, the best stock sell-
ing readily, and there is no glut of any-
thing in the market. Blooming plants
are selling fairly well and help to increase
the total sales to as high a point as has
been reached this year with the exception
of Easter. Quite "a number of weddings
have occurred, as the "mating season" is
now on, which have taken some flowers
though we have leamedof no very extens-
ive decorations.

Department stores have again begun
their flowtr and plant sales, selling all
kinds of potted plants at from 8 to 10
cts. each, cut roses at 40 to 50 cts. ptr
doz., carnations 12 to 25 cents per doz.,
etc. One Minneapolis house rf cently dis-
posed of 50, 000 carnations at 1 cent each.
This probablv accounts for the large ship-
ments from Chicago noted in your last
issue, and fully sustains my argument in
a previous number that if they could not
buy at borne they would elsewhere.

L. L. May & Co.'sestablishmentisnow
much like a bee hive. They are shipping
immense quantities of plants and report
their trade ahead of previous years.
Roses, small fruits and shrubs are selling
best, while the call for other plants is also
very large.

E. F. Lemke has commenced building
three more houses. This doesn't look like
dull trade or a poor year with him. We
hear of more greenhouses to be built this
summer. This is very encouraging and
would indicate that St. Paul florists have
not had so poor a year after all. It would
also indicate that with some the demand
is keeping ahead of the supply.

In going through the city we see but
very few beds of tulips and other spring
flowering bulbs. This seems to the writer
an unpardonable omission and suggests
an opportunity for our florists to drum
up a trade in this line. With the present
low prices of bulbs and the increasing de-
sire (or flowers among our people, a great
deal more ought to be done in the bulb
line. Nothing is handsomer on the lawn
than a well arranged bed of tulips or cro-
cus. A word to the wise is sufficient.

We have heard nothing about a "mum"
show for the twin cities. Can't our florist
friends drop their [K-tty diflcrcnccs, form
a strong society, work together for the
common good and show the rest of the
country that .Minnesota is keeping pace
with them in the floral business! We have
the florists, the houses, the flowers, the
plants, in fact everything needful but un-
ity, rose shows, chr^sanihemum exhiSi-
tions, carnation exhibits, etc. Cultivnic
a friendly feeling, get acquainted, drop
your jealousies and work together, and
vou will see Ijetter prices, Ijctlcr sales,
Ijctter stock and l>eltcr times.

f)ur Holland friends are still coming.
Visitors last week, I>. Van Leeuwen, S.is-
scnheim. Holland: J. R. Van Der School,
Hillcgom, also Mr. Wm. Curric of Mil-
wfiiiker. Fkmx.

Y»>r OUGHT TO H.VVE.

FUCHSIA LITTLE BEAUTY.— .4 Gem of the first wa-
ter for florists aud market gardeners; will pro-
duce triple the amount of ilowers than_ any
other sort, and a verv* carlv bloomer, single
blue corolla; sells at 'first s'ight. Price 81.00
per 12; $7.00 per 100.

PETUNIA flNK BEAUTY, the best selling plant for
any florist, color most exquisite rose, finely
fringed and filled; grow a big house full of it
and it will net vou a quicker net profit than
any other plant— SI 00 per 12; $7.00 per 100.

MARGUERITE CARNATION, finest strain for sum-
mer bloom; will give you flowers for 5 months
outdoors in greatest abundance; $3.00 per 100.
S2i 00 per I'Ml.

CHRYSANTHEMUM THE QUEEN, the white Chrjs-
antheraum for the millic n as pot plant or cut
flowers; largest flowers without too much
care; $.5.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000.

OUR NEW ROSE AMERICAN PERFECTION.— This
sport will pro<iuce twice the flowers than Mer-
met or Bridesmaid on strong erect stems, and
flowers will last a week in perfect coudition, a
vivid rose; also the finest bedder among Teas.
Trv a hundred; vou will not repent it. Only
$6.00 per 100. $50.'00 per 1000, from 2-iuch pots.
Send a list of your wants. Address

NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

When wrltlnu mention the AmehiCA.X FLORIST.

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Verbenas, Postpaid.

KOOTI-:l> < ITTIN*.**. t<.r!.j«. «t ofwv 'ArU per
■ r 'i' [- T i<ii> \* n S|M-« i«l lfiflucriti«<nt wo

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f . , i«i, ■ ;,. • ^ i\- • t I- ■ ■•< <■' .xmitu "cn'l nX, unrf

tn r"^- ft Kiii.«n >in-r i"i

WILLIAMS II sons CO.. Batavla. III.

Manufaritinmof ' Hata via I.aMKIJI."
Maatlon Antmhcut noflai.

MtiiiiK^ri AiuencuD fiunst.

PLANTS.

Per 100

Altemanthcms. I', major. Aurea nuna. Tricolor

(Iloaea nnnai. Versicolor . 2.M

Plurob«KO, ('upen8l8 and Alba 4.00

Ludy I.urpcnl'8 4 00

Perennial I'hiox. tlneasaorled IC.OOand 4.00

Achillea "The Pearl ■ 4.00

Bevonlas. uesorted: I^antanns. assorted — 4.U0

l-nichtiliis. awt: Heliotrope, aw t. SH.UOsnd 4 00

A butltoDB. assorted 400

Echevcrla Bxluniia Klobona. 3 to (> Inchca acroM.

I>er dozen. fl.OU.

Mexican PrlinrOBG ^-'W

Ij\(iy WiiKhlnifton Oemnlum 'LOU

Ach/ranthiin. araorted JtUU

ColouH. niKKirtod B.W and :i.OU

IIIblMUH. aasorted 4.00

Schlxopetalus 0.00

Anthcrlouiii plctiiratum per do«en, 76c.

Ivynnd hnMi/iM<erunluniH. aiuHjrtod,2^-ln. pots 4 00
HllverU'iif (JeranluniH. li varieties ino Mme.

Halleroh 4.00

OxBllB. t)rUt\L^\ 4.00

imhlliut. tmiiied. our selection 6.00

French (annas. naine<l. our selection, dry roota.. .VOO

Krench runnns. mtniimed ^.tlQ

M)tt4-d lU.OU

Knncjr 1.^'af Tuladlum. tino mixed (i.OO

named H.OO

Trade ilnl on application.

ROBT. 8. BROWN A, 80N8,

I^>x '.m IvANSAS CITY, M4>.

The Water (harden.

-(MTlnl mid llurdy Wnt.-r Miles of aM rulorn

VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI. EURYALE FEROX.

NelufiirilnniM In varlcly. Hardy ornnnn-nlnl pliintH.
mitrii'jiintlr pinnlp. rtc . i*lr. NTriiphii>a Ijiyrlekerl
HMcii n«*iird<*d n Mi-diil ni \V<irld'ii Kiilri; inoHtcharni-
Inir of nil tlM* M Al(i>^ l.llhs; ti Mleaeh.

other) oluriiiilnn Novfllh*!! Met- cnlnloirue.

WM. THICKER &■ CO., Clinon. N. i.
ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

Writ*, for lUt ntnl |ir1r<.., VrU-tm t'» .nil tin- tlim-n
KTIlONf; MMII.,\X, fn.rii ■.•Vl'"h |K.l.. B UU imt

Itll. W^ I 'I |HT lUJij.
I'ANHIKH, rniiii i-M rmmK nral .lii<,IEIl> OU imt laW:
luKimil >!/" II.'. in |»'r HIJU

Addrn. J. 8. BURROW, FIshklll, N. Y.

50,000
Dwarf French

CANNAS.

We ofTer the above quantity in strong, well estab-
lished plants from 3 and 4 inch pots. This stock
must not be confounded with dormant pieces or
freshly di\-ided plants out of benches.

We list here onlv the principal varieties of which
we have a large supply. For a general list refer
to our Spring Trade List which describes over
seventy-five varieties, including all the desirable
novelties of the season, includiug the grand New
German variety, Konigin Charlotte:

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 10.00

Capt. P. de Suzzoni 15 00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 20.00

Admiral Gervais 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Denil de St. Grevy 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 15,00

Gtistav Senneholz (true) distinct... 15.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Martin Cahuzac 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Professor Gerard 15.00

Secretary Stewart 15 00

Stadtgartner.Senneholz 15 00

Antoine Crozy 8 00

Admiral Courbet 8.00

Antoine Chantin 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardv 8 00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Uuchess de Montenard 12.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 10 00

Edward Michel 12.00

Francois Maire 12.00

GeofTroy St. Hilaire 8 00

J. Thomaver 20.00

Miss Sarah Hill 15.00

Mr. Cleveland 15 00

Mile. Liabaud 12.00

Nilly Bowden 8.00

Princess Lusignani 12.00

Perfection 15.00

Souvenir de Jeanne Cbarreton 8 00

Statuairc Fulconis 8.00

Trocadero 8.00

Ventura 8.00

Viticeultcur Gaillard 8.00

Kaiser Wilhilm 8,00

We will lurnish one each of the above varieties,

46 plants (or $5.50.
Among Crozy's New Cannns of this season Paul
Sigrist is utidoiibtedly the most distinct and strik-
ing novelty. We are the only American hou.se
offeriiiK tins variety to the trade this season. In
Kcneral habit similar to Mme. Crozy, hut of a
bright crimson color nearly as rich as Alphonse
Hoiivier with a vrrv broad golden \'ell,>w border.
Stock limited, $2.bO each.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

THE flSSOGIflTION FLORA.

BOSKOOP. HOLLAND.

NOW ON HAND IN NEW YORK:

fl.KMATIS III mirln. ;i yuiir» por lUU 126,00

mi-iu/i;a .i,\r<>Nu:A •' 4.00

DIKI.VTKA N|-f:<."rAIIIMN " 4.00

l.lMiiiii ii|M.('l(iniini, I'li'iiiilnn Uhodndonilronii, Azaloiia

II I' Hiii.,-«. Ill li.-m viirl.-lli'ii, per KKiri l«l: Alwl C«IV

rliTi'. Alfred I'oliiiiili. Aliiill Ali'XielT. A. ill, IMunbaOh,

II llothiu'lillil. I'IhIiit Miihni'K.tJi'ti. ,lit<'k, I,li KrnnOO,

Mini,, ti. I.ut/et, MiiKi. riiintlrr, .Miitftiii rlinrtii, I'nul

Ni'rriiM, !• <•- ill, Unlinii, I'lirln ili'n llliinelii'n, IJlrloh

llriiiiiier niiil olliern. I'nUilotfiin on n|>|>ll(;iitliin.

JE>. OXJ'WrVIEt.MLXlXV.K.,

200 Cniiil>rl<lK« Aw., .IKKSKV €ITV, N. ,1

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The American Florist.

949

SPECIAL OFFER

Dating from May 7, 1894.

E>. O. HII^Iv & CO.,

WHOLESALE FLORISTS.

Richmond, Indiana.

ROSES.

Per 100
Bridesmaid, the queen of pink forc-
ers, 2y2-inch $ 4.00

Kalserin Aug. Victoria, 3-inch 6.00

21/2 inch 4.00

Mme. C. Testout, the very finest 2y2-

inch stock everoffered 6.00

Senator IVIcNaughton, an elegant
new rose, a sport from Perle,
cream color, very free.magnificent
in size and form; no bull heads... 10.00

Meteor. 3-inch, grand stock 6.00

2V2-inch 4 00

Christine de Noue.the double Papa

Gontier, 2y2-inch 4 00

Niphetos, 2y2inch 4 00

Cusin, 2y2-inch 4.00

Bride, 2y2-inch 3.00

C. Mermet, 2V2-inch 3.00

Duchess of Albany, 2y2-inch 3.00

Aug. Guinoisseau, 2V'2-inch 3 00

Perle des Jardins, 2V2-inch 4 00

H. P^S.

Ulrich Brunner, the grand forcing
H. p. in great quantity, very fine
stock from hard wood cuttings

and now in primecondition $ 5.00

Mme. Plantier 5.00

H. P.S IN SPLENDID ASSORTMENT,
A FINE SELECTION, $40perl000 5.00

ROSES FOR TSE CATALOGUE MEN

stock up now for next year.

A choice and unique collection of Poly-
antha Roses. Novelties of this
year from Europe:
Etoile de Mai,
Princess E. Lancellotti,
Petite Leonie,
Mme. E. A. Nolte,
Leonie Osterrieth,

Per 100

.$10.00

Also the remarkable New Tea Per 100
Rose Beaute Inconstant, an ideal

1 catalogrose; thecolor in the bud
is orange-scarlet, with bright
green calyx, a great improve-
ment on Ma Capucinein size and
color; extremely variable and
very attractive in every phase.... 15.00

Tri. Pernet Pere, Hybrid Tea, a fine
red rose with long pointed bud,
very free 4.00

CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, ready

May 15th: Per 100

The Stuart $10.00

Uncle John 10.00

Mme. Albertini 6.00

Mrs. Reynolds 5.00

Puritan 1.50

Red Cross 1.50

T. R. Freeman 1.50

GfiRYSflNTHEMUMS.

Nice young recently struck stock of perloo

Mrs. E. G. Hill $25.00

E. Dailltdouze 40 00

Challenge 40 00

Beau Ideal 40.00

Mrs. J. Geo. lis 40.00

And for June benching we shall have

nearly all the best commercial varieties

in young bright stock. Prices low. Send

your list for low rates.

GENERAL LIST.

Alyssum, double, $2.00 per 100.

Abutilon SOUV. DE BONNE, one of the fin-
est novelties of the j'ear; leaf distinctly
and sharply banded with white, very
large orange flower on stems 9 inches
long, young plants, $2.00 per dozen.

Aloysia Citriodora,$4 per 100 (fine stock).

Asparagus plumosus, 3-inch, $15 per 100.

Begonia Thurstonii, the most useful Be
gonia extant, fine for bedding or for
ornamental specimen, $4 per 100.

Calla Little Gem, the true dwarf Jersey
variety, plants from 5-in. pots, 35c each.

Cissus discolor, ornamental greenhouse
climber, 50 cents per dozen.

FUCHSIAS, Noveltv, JUPITER, strong free
growing variety, as grand as Phenom-
enal and freer in bloom; color rosy vio-
let, bright red sepals— $1.50 per dozen.
Mrs. E. G. Hill, $3.00 per 100.
Phenomenal, $4 per 100. All the above
is extra nice young growing stock.

FICUS VARIEGATA (Golden variegated
Rubber), 4-iuch pots, $8.00 per dozen,
magnificent plants.

GERANIUM MRS. POLLOCK, 50c. per doz.
HELIOTROPE. We had to refuse many

orders for the fine French varieties early

in the year; wenow have thesein bright

young stock as follows:

Mme. A. Carriere, $1.50 per doz., bright

blue, white eye, immense panicle.

Picciola, $1.50 per doz., rosy violet,

white eye, immense panicle.
The above are novelties of 1S94.

Mme. A. Dubouche.v'Iv'ty violet) «. „_
Mireille, verv light ' $0.00

Countess Mortmarte J P^"" l*'*^

The above are very remarkable for
their dwarf habit and the immense pan-
icles of bloom.

LANTANAS, two new dwarf varieties,
very low in habit. F. Givandeau, pink
and orange, bordered bright rose.
Amiel (semi-dwarf), reddish orange,
yellow center, $1 20 per dozen.

PETUNIAS, DOUBLE. A fine new strain
of strong constitution, beautiful in col-
oring, very large, nicely assorted. $3
per 100.

Palm Areca lutescens, 3-inch, $7 per 100.
NEW SALVIA, THE PRESIDENT, very

dwarf, color extremely bright, an early

bloomer, per dozen $2.00.

950

The American Florist.

May 3,

Worcester, Mass.

Cold weather and a severe snow storm
on April 12tb, thedate of the stcondexhi-
bition of the Horticultural Society, made
it risky to move plants openly and kept
the out of town exhibitors away, conse-
quently the number of entries was smpU
and the show a disappointment. Those
exhibitors that did brave the weather
brought only good stuff and captured all
the first and second premiums but thirds
and fourths went begging.

The display of cut flowers wasexcellent
and made a brave show; there were six
entries in this class of 20 vases and the
following premiums were awarded: H.
F. A. Lange, first; \V. J. Wood, second;
F. K. Blake, third; the same awards were
also made for the unlimited b.isket.

Hyacinths were not very numerously
represented, there being but two ethibit-
ors. Edward Hale and H. M. Chace,
whose disp'ays contained some splendid
plants and were awarded firstand second
respectively. The display of narcissus
was very good and comprised good vari-
eties that showed careiul culture. H. M.
Chace first and H. A. Jones, second pre-
miums. Tulips were conspicuous bv their
absence and the display of zonal gerani-
ums was not up to the standard.

The next show is scheduled lor May 10
and calls lor hyacinths and tulips (open
culture). Azaleas (mollis), pansies, pelar-
goniums and cut flowers.

The market is overstocked with first-
class stuff' and trade is very unsteady;
prices only fair.

Eaily flowering shrubs, fruit trees and
bulbous stuff' were considerably damaged
by a heavy fall of snow on .\pril 11 and
12. Seedli.ng.

I'll.-: 76 ct»

Ikj^onias and Palms

BEGONIA Mctallica, fine plnnt*, linch, tlUOO

S-lnch. 0.00

De Lmept, 4 inch, 1000

PALMS, w-M Kr"wn Kenlla Foderiana, Mnch

jM^ls i) to ;{fl iiulicii liiKh, SI.'). 00 j>rr dozen.

BROWN & CANFIELD,

HriciM.Fi»;i.i>. II. I..

.Mfitli'.i. AriH-rlriifi l-l',f1"t

LATANIAS.

For Sale Che»p, t(JO very choice Latania
borbonica in 10 and 12 inch p»ls with K, ui
and 12 leaves, at from }(, Id fio each.

.'IK \\. Mlli1l»oii >>li<'i'l.

< IIMAIiU.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

II I h V-,\m mtnitm I'liinU,
. » • , • '• f 'I" '*' iH-r lmn'lr*'<l

DAILLEDOUZC BROS., Flitbuih. L. I.. N. Y.

ENTIRE STOCK OF PLANTS FOR SALE.

The

100,000

25.000
25.000
25,000
200,000

A 1

stock of plants of Charles A. Reeser, Florist, Springfield,
Ohio, is now offered for sale, in large or small lots
as the purchaser may desire.

ROSES, new and rare sorts, our selection of varieties, $20.00 per 1000
GERANIUMS, " " " 20.00 "

BEGONIAS, " " " 20.00 "

CHRYSANTHEMUMS " " " 20.00 "

Miscellaneous Bedding Plants, a choice assortment, 20.00 "

iberal discount given on large orders. Prices given on
any stock desired. Catalogue on application.

ADDRESS

CHARLES A. REESER,

-{SiDr-iiagfielcl, Olaio.

GftRYSflNTHEMUMS

THE BEST
UP TO DATE'

THROW OUT THOSE OLD TIMERS, AND STOCK UP WITH THE BEST. YOU

CAN AFFORD IT AT THESE PRICES.
Plants from 2-inch pots, grown cool, strong and stocky and guaranteed TRUE to name.

Nlveus. Pres. W. R. Smltli. Mrs. 11. K. Spnuldlnf, Emienllda, .1. II. ClIHe. Golden Wedding. Turban, JSmlly

LiirtenburK, Miles A. Wbeeler. Bryden, .Jr., etc. SO. 00 per 100.
Mabel SImpklns. Dr. H. D. Hull. Mrs. Robt. Cralk'. Mrs. .Terome Jones, Sec'y FarsoD, Harry Balsley, Vlvlar.d-

Morei. Redondo, Alba Venus, Clara Bertermann. etc. #4.00 per 100.
Geo. W Chlids. Eda Prass. C. Kruewer. Ivory. Princess of "Mums", Ada Spauldlng, Mrs. W. S. Kimball, Roslyn,

Lillian Russell. Mrs. Gov. Flfer. «»3.00 per 100.
Minnie Wanaiuaber. Wm. H. Lincoln. Kioto. Robt. Bottomly. Hicks Arnold. Emma Illtaeroth, Harry Mflv.

W. \V. Coles, Mrs. C. D. Avery, Mermaid. m'i.OO per 100.

1 eiirli iibove 40 varieties for $1.50. 5 each above 40 varieties for !9>0.50.

10 eacli above 40 varieties for #12.00.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.

CASH WITH ORDER.

SEND FOR "MUM" CIRCULAR.

NOTK.— Wanted in exchangre. Golden Bedder Coleus, Vincas and other

H. W. TURNER, ChVfsrniemumlpecialis^^ SHARON, PA.

A Substitute for Glass. Stretch P'enster Pappe taut and use batten
ill nailing on to sash. Then piint the rougfh surface thoroughly with
boiled liuseed oil until it shows a gloss. Let it become thoroughly dry
before using, when it is claimed to do service for years. The application
ot the oil makes Henstkr Papim-: sufTicieully translucent for plant life.

It is f seij as a covtriug for cold pit sash; excellent for use in palm or fern houses; to grow straw-
berry plants, early vegetables, tobacco, etc., under. A most handy article as a protection against the
direct rays of the sun.

TliV It rullof eljcitt yardi* hh h Hainpl*<» which will cover about four NHNh, for #1.00. Orig-
inal roIlH, 36 Inched wide, 1 lO yarclH loiif;, for #1>.(>0. Kor furtiior purticulars iiddrcss

August Rolkor & Sons, Sole Agonts, 136 & 138 W. 24th St , New York.

Fenster Pappe, ^

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express..$4.00 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and
Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

<'.\SII WITH OKDIOK.

S. O. STREBY,

l,o<'l< lliii 17,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

CARNATIONS,

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
HYDRANGEAS,

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

^(■iiil lor TriKif I.InI.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

CImwood Ave nn(J 58th SI .

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

When writinj( to any ol the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Kcady for Hhlpioent from tliily to September.

Calla AethJopica. fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longjflorum. ready for shipment from October
1st to Murch 15, 181)5.

Lil. Auratum. Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Iris Kapmpleri. lu 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Peeonies. Tree Ferns. Raphls. Cvcas
Revoluta, supeib growiuK plants with fine foliage
fronj U-) cents to S.*) each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 189.'">.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO. OAL.
T>0 "VOU I-CJVOW . .

THAT YOU CAN (JKT

20 CANE STAKES FOR I CENT

A loot iti IrMf;lh by '^iniply nsiiiK a sharp saw on
.1 buii'llc ofoiir best.

BRACKENRIDGE A. CO.,

:i<ll W. ItliKllnon Nt., IIA I.TI MOKIC, Ml>.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

i8g4'

The American Florist.

951

PQcl/pfo and Fern Dishes for Dinners,

UaO^C 10 Decorations, Receptions, School
Commencements, Bon Voyage, etc. pur-
poses, in many pleasing styles, plain and
fancy, of Wicker, Willow, natural, gilt or
bronzed, RafJia, Celluloid, Silver and Gold
Metal, etc., at high and low prices, all cheap
for their cost; compare our Fall trade list.

PVPDC I D9VDC (Sago Palm), natural

UJUaO LCaiCO, prepared, equal to

fresh cut in appearance, according to size

at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

White and all colors,
JS275 ihe dozen, natural
yellow, J2.00; Cape flowers, best, |1.00 the
ft)., second size, 60c. the ft).; Wheat Sheaves,
Wire Designs, Wire, Foil, Picks, Wax Paper,
and all other Florists Supplies quoted in
our Illustrated Trade List, mailed free.

Metal Designs '-.^^^^

tasteful designs: Wreaths, Crosses, An-
chors, Hearts, etc., in green or white foliage.
Address

Immortelles,

August Rolker & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24lh St., Uau, Vnrl/
P.O. Station E. llCff lUIKi

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest and finest stock In the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N.J.

FOR SALE BYi-A. Hermann, P. E. McAlUBter
Keed & Kellar, N. SteOens. New Tork; W. C. Krlck
Brooklyn, N. y.; H. Bayersdorfer & Co.. Phlla.; J. M.
McCuUouRh'a Sons and II. L. Snnderbruch. Cincinnati,
O.; J. M. Gasser, Cleveland, O. ; I). B. lAmg. Buffalo, N.
v.; J. C. Vaughan, Clllcat-'O; Wisconsin Flower Ex-
change. Milwaukee; Wra. Ellison, St. Louis: Ed. S.
Schmld, WasiduKton, D. C: U. W. Currey & Co., Nasli-
vllle, Tenn.: T. W. Wood & Sons. Richmond. Va.: U.
J. Virgin, New Orleans, La.; C. A. Kuehn. St. Louis: N.
F. McCarthy A Co.. Boston. Mass.; F C. Hunttntnon
& Co.. Indianapolis. Ind.

MflRSGHUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SuDDiies.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Send for CataIogue.^^_Mi^«ML.

Mention American Florist.

World's
Pair.

MEDAL AWARDED,

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,

Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 1 13 North 4tli Street,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

LABELS AND MAILING BOXES.

We manufacture the "BATAVIA TREE AND
PLANT LABELS." Prices low.

Our IHl'KOVKD MAILING BOXKS, in five
sizes are the favorites with florists and seedsmen.
»1.0li |)er llllland hlRher. Sample by mall 4c.

Usethe"HltSrTUANSPI.ANTING BOXES"
and your plants will sell. S2.S0 per 100: J20 per KKIO.
Sample by mail 10c.

Send for .'lample and Catalogues.

WILLIAMS & SONS CO., Batavia, III.

DELIVEREO FREE!

GOO Cards, Envelope.**, 15111

or Note Heads, for JBil.TG,

GEO. A. KARR. Printer and Paper Bag Manufacturer.
Reference. Phil'a Seedsmen, PHILADELPHIA. PA.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw. the advertisement in the
American Florist.

PRiMTiriC

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.

Are ready with a full stock of seasonable goods for Spring

Weddings, Commencements and all occasions where

floral decorations are used.

Baskets in all approved forms, celluloid, gold and silver; Jardinieres and

Ferneries, Doves, Dried and Artificial Flowers, Wheat Sheaves, Metal

Wreaths and Memorial Designs, Letters, Ribbons and Tinfoil.

All salable goods. Send for catalogue. Special attention
given to filling sample orders.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,

56 No. Fourth Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA.

WHOLESALE ONLY.

Mention American Florist.

FLOWERS AND PICTURES.

PICTURES AND FLOWERS.

Nature and art are closely allied, and the craft is well
posted on flowers. But some have not yet learned that
the using of such pictures of flowers as

Long's Florists' Photographs

in their business, can count as large as dollars and cents

gain in these hard times. Catalogue on application to

DAN'L B. LONG, FmishQT, Buffalo, N. Y.,

Vlentlnn American Klnrlst

_THE American Florist Co.'s

DIRECTORY

OF

FLORISTS,

NURSERYMEN
AND SEEDSMEN

■ Of THE -

UNITED STATES AND CANADA,

■AND-

REFERENCE BOOK,
_ FOR 1894,

IS NOW READY

F»rlc© #S.OO.

952

The American Florist.

May

Ji

Some "Poutry."

Only very poor roses, vhicli fall easily apart,

I give Ihose for nothing, by the pint "or the quart,

But the fragrant and f esti ones, the best of my

roses.
Those you can't get the smell out of (with all your

big noses,)
Which are giown by myself, as is home made

bread.
And are useful for weddings, for births and for

deaths.
You can't get those cheaper than up on Eagle

slte-t.
Where 1 always with pleasure my customers

meet.
The abjve adv, in rhyme I cut out of a
Dunkirk, N, Y., paper. The gentletnan in-
fers that he also keeps a bakery. If he in-
tends to keep on writing his advs. in
"poutry" I should recommend him
strongly to visit the (Juaker City and
take a few lessons from the "Bard of
l)arby Road," whose Byronic style is so
charming and yet so easily read, so unlike
BrowniDg or Whitening. W. S.

A Remarkable Case.

A letter to the S;cretary of the Horti-
cultural Society: "Sir— I partickly wish
the Salietj to be called to consider the
Case what follows, as I think it mite be
maid Transaxtionable in the next Re-
ports.

My Wif had a Tomb Cat that dyd. Be-
ing a torture Shell and a Grate favirit, we
hart Him berried in the Guardian, and for
tho sake of inrichment of the Mould I had
the carks deposited under the roots of a
Gosbcrry Bush.

(The Frute being up till then of the
smooth kind.) But the next Seson's
Frute, after the Cat was berried, the Gos-
beriis was all hairy — and more Kemark-
akle, the Catpilers of the same Bush was
All of the same hairy Discription.

I am, sir, your humble servant, Thomas
Vvio%t''— Exchange .

Another Specimen.

The following is a literal copy (omit-
ting names) of a letter received by a seeds-
man a few davs ago:

1894

April 22
Dare Sur ittaughte iwoldc rite yaus
thasc fuc lines to yaue too lete me naw
whine yaurc hare of place fare mc ihope
yaue will not fargete mc good by

frame Patrick

Dress too Patrick

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by S**d«m«n.

PATENTC

I Triil'7'Marht. Copiriqhli. Etc. ^^ |

I GHANDLEE & MflCflULEy.vL/

Atlanlic Building, WABHIHOTOH, D C.

THE GREAT ANTIPFRT

Vt»T pMrt l« rilwrM. iit-«t licit wrrk.

R.W. CARMAN, GcN'L Aot.,

m ArjiitT MiriMt KM HIIINfl Or'MDt (;o. N T

Always :ncnlion the American Ro-
rist when writing to advertisers.

Dimensions olitiisBoi:

2ti Inches lung by IS Inches wide

and 12 Inches h)t;h.

Two sections.

Thl8 wooden box
uiade Lu t%ro sectiousi one for eacli size letteri

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.

Manillactnre TEE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET,

Sizes XVi-'m. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100.
lattener with each letter.

Patent

OCR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $*.00 per 100.

N. F. McCAKTHY, I Addren 13 Green St..
Treas. & Mangr. | Boston, Mass.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We have a new FA8TENEK which we consider
a decided saccess. Any castomers having old style
fasteners which they wish to exchange, can do so
wlthoQt additional cost by writing us.

These IjCtters are handled by a

Dicely stained aud varnished, 18x30.vl2,
g^iveu away with first order of 5uO letters.

A, Kolker & Sons, New York.
IMiiimliuet/. & Co., 35 N. 4tli St., I'liiia., Pa.
F. K. .Mc.VlliBter, 32 Uey St., New York.
A. U. F«Try * Co., 33 AVarreu St., Syracuse,

New Vork.
A. Hernnan, 4X6 E. 34th St.. New Vork.
Ernst Kaulmanu Si Co., 113 N. 4th St., Phlla.
H. ISayersdorfer & Co., rhiladelphla. Pa.
A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Out., Agent for

E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, 111.

Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Masou St ,
Milwaukee, "Wis.

H, Sunderbrucli, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cin-
cinnati, O.

T. W. AVood & Sous, Gth and Marshall Sts.,
Kichni'ind, Va.

tlas, \'ick'.'4 Sons, Kochester, N. Y.

C. A. Kuehn. 1133 Pine St., St. Louis, Ato.

I>. 15. Long. Itufl'alo, New York,

C. F. Huntington & Co , Indianapolis, Ind.

Z. De Forest Ely Si Co., 1034 Alarket St.,
Phila^lelpliia. Pa.

I'ortland Seed Co., 171 3d St., Portland, Ore.

A. II. riiian, 41,5 K. 34tli St , New York.

(;«-n .\. Sutherland. ti7 itroiiiriehi st ., Hoston.

Wcl<-h ilros.. No. l.\ Iteacdii St , Itostou.

N. F. IMcCarlhy & Co., 1 .Music Hall I'lace,
Boston.

11 the Wholesalers In Boston.

VICTORY I VICTORY I VICTORY !

TKeonI* Certificate ot Merit
awarded lor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for S years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

B>. HIE»I"AI«I>, "Vovme'sto'vv-ii, Oliio.

D. H. ROBERTS,

159 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, JIVI^W ^VORK!,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS.

FOfI ROSE HOUSES. CONSERVATORIES. ETC.. ETC.

(J-iVlANZ

^7^ COMPANY

jgliGRAVlCilS

HAIL"

LOCK Till'. DOOR BEFORE
Till'. IIDHSI'. IS SToI.KN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER. Sec'), F H. A., Saddin Rvor, N, i

I'l.KAXi'. mention the Ami'.kican I'luhist
every time you write to nn ndvcrtiwrr.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

CYPRESS

It

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Motillitn Amerlonii Klcirlfii.

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE S2.00.

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953

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If yu are

We have got jnst the thing von nocd. the NK'WKST
and 15KST thing out. '"The New Departure" for
abotit half the cost of the old style, iend for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, ind.

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
% CO.

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Send for Circulars and Testimonials.
Address rvOdCr^A^PffD, o.

Mention American Florist

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of grntter up.

Correspondence solicited. Eatlmates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE. PA.
B\/ANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Write for Illuetrated Catalogue.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS, Richmond. Ind.

D. WOOD BRANT-

FOREST GUEN P. O
BOX 5S.

Bros. CO.

1

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theMALTESE cross BRAND

THEVERYBESTor GARDEN & lAWN

HE Ox S; ^

'^^y.)iFvourdealerdoesTiothaveit5CTiddiTGcitoltie"maiiu|aclurei5

M ».. .., ci.„_i nii.» n..ii/. Tin-.i./. n ■n«v.i,n«Turf<v n^ iTniaL^strppi.

,"(t 35 Warren Street.
NEW YORK

TlieGiittaPerclia&RiiliterMICo,

170 Lake Street.
CHICAGO

ESTABLISHED

18 66.

I

MANUFACTURED BY

N. STEIFFEHS

335 EAST 2|V ST. NEW YORK.

Mention American Florist.

954

The American Florist.

Mays,

Hot Water Under Pressure.

In your issue of Februarj- 1st your cor-
respondent is evidently laboring under a
misapprebension as to what a closed sys-
tem of hot water heating is. The system
he describes is not a closed system at all,
but an open system pure and simple, with
elevated tank which gives a constant
pressure at all times, while the closed or
pressure system has an expansion tank of
sufficient capacity to retain expansion of
water when heated, closed entirely, with
safety valve, etc., at pressure required,
just the same as for steam, the pressure
being obtained by heat and not by expan-
sion tank being^ elevated.

As to the merits of this system, so far
aS our experience goes, its advantage
does not lie in economy of either fuel or
attendance but in economy of construc-
tion, as a system of this kind requires less
pipe and a higher initial temperature can
be obtained, in fact the same as steam un-
der the same pressure, so that this system
can be put in just the same, so far as rad-
iating surface is concerned, as steam, and
has the additional advantage of a mini-
mum amount of heat in mild weather,
while with steam 212" would beof course
the maximum.

If we were advisingyour correspondent
we would say let well enough alone. If
his apparatus did not give heat enough
then we would say close it providing it
was strong enough to stand the pressure,
and he would be able to get a higher ini-
tial temperature.

As to claims ot economy for this system
over other properly constructed systems,
it has none whatever. Water is a med-
ium through orby which heat is conveyed
and it is immaterial whether it is conveyed
in a large body of water at a slow circu-
lation and low temperature or in a small
body at a high rate of speed and temper-
ature, the quantity of heat conveyed is
<u8t the same.

From our standpoint we can see no
room for a controversy between different
systems. They all have theiradvantnges
under certain conditions, and these condi-
tions should do all the arguing in the
matter of choice of systems.

Hoopeston, III. A. L. Siiriver.

[As the above touched upon technical
matters about which exact information
from a trained engineer was desirable, we
submitted the article together with a
copy of the notes that appeared in our is-
sue of Feb. 1, to Mr. Lincoln I'ierson of
the Lord & Burnham Co., with a retiuest
for his opinion as to the correctness of the
views expressed in the article. Mr. I'icr-
■on replic* as follows: "I have looked
over the communication which you en-
close and Ixrlicvc that your coirespond-
cnt's views arc correct so fur as regards
the closed tank or "true pressure" system
of hot water heating. The method de-
■crilterl by .Mr. May in his article is not
the true pressure lyatem, although by
■omc {xoplc it is supposed to be. The true
pressure iiystem can only 1)C obtained by
means of bottling up the a^ipnratus.or in
other words, closinK it entirely to the nt-
mosphcrc." — Ei>.]

Standard Piower Pots.

ZO PER f,ENt OFF r-r (n.li with (,r<lrr uiilil fur

thrr notice A lartff ftlork on han«1 of goofl. nlroiiK

poU. PRICE LIST, lor my numbar:

,.. .. ,.. .-<,,,,, l(U).IBOg »^\xu:\\ l..<lt.|»T itjui.r r.

'•. I a 4 Inch ixiU. II lu

I*. 1 (0 & Hn«h iXiU, \» IV

• i«. < m t, Inch iitrtu, -n lU

lrMN|.'<U .'.Iff 7 -Inrh |M,U. ;tb UU

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

l,ar. .1- KOKT KOWAKI), N. V.

A t '^■na I*. A I »< W Z4lh HIrnvt. Ncrw

Villa ' -•rk AKvnu

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

R0Y4L
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & CROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

kk

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution ol the firm of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the grQwing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply juat what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to alt.
Send for price list nnff samples and we know you will give us au order.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE, N. Y.

SYRACUSE POTTERY GO.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

Standard Flower pots

Our new Pottary, new Machlnary, the very best Clay in llie Country,
and our new Palant Kilns, all combined, make the bast Standard Pot

la the marhal. Scrul for price list.

parmenter mf'g company,

QEOROE ME88INQER. Manager. K««t :Bl*OOlz::f lelcl, AdAM*.

GREEN-HOUSE
hi:atin(;.

MYHKSc^a).

1 1618 & 1520 S.eih St..
^ PHILADELPHIA.
Si-inl for (■ftliiltijfiH-
niKl |>r1ci? IIhI.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilnrs
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 & 76 Myrllr Avo., Brooklyn, N.Y.
4ttf-S<'ii<l Tor CiiliiloKllc.

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055

ESTABLISHES 1854.

Deyine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-mch pipe.
Send for New List.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST.,

WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

TO
TAKE
PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

>»<»«»»><«>»♦-♦

HOT

AIR
PUMPING
ENGINES

A Windmill

Is unreliable because it de-
pends upon the element'*
for it.g power ; hydraulic
rams also depend upon fav-
orablecondilionsaud wa-sd-
as much water as they se
cure. Steam pumps require
skill and hand pumps de-
mand labor and time. The

DE LAMATER-RiDER OR
DE LAMATER-ERICSSON

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of welL They are
simple, safe and reliable,
require no steam and have
no valvea They require
very littJe heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.
Send for illustrated ca talogue to

The DELAMATER IRON WORKS,

87 South Finh Av., ■*
NEW YORK, N. Y.

IMPROVED GLAZING-

GASPER'S PATENT ZINC JOINTS for but-
ting glass makes greenhouses air and water tighi; also
prevents HJIdlng iiiui breakatie from Irost. hoes nut
cost as much to heiit h house glazed with the joints,
thereby saving enough in fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of glazing. The leading florlals of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and price list.

J, M, GASSER, Florist,

Euclid Avenue, CLEVELANU, O.

THE CHAMPION

flyioniaiic Venillaior.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machiue In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated deecrlptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sifter.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, GHiGAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

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Saved

On
Your
Coal
Bills.

If your Houses are Heated by a Furman Boiler.

These Boilers have a high reputation, for Staunchness,
Durability and Safety, and are Great Coal Savers.

WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GREENHOUSE HEATING.

Over 150 styles and sizes, for Steam and Hot Water:

also a full line of Horizontal Steel

Tubular Hollers.

Let us make you an estimate Fkee. Send for Catalogue.

THE HERENDEEN MANUFACTURING CO.

New England Office: bi Oliver Street. Boato". Mass.
NEW YuKK office: Taylor Bid k ;^'.' Cortlnndt St.. N. Y City.
Western Office: IHl Lake Street. Chlcajro.
Home Office and Wokks: '^8 Vine .St., Geneva. N. Y.

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H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, GHIGAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

•^ZVrite ioi" icatest i>i*loos.-^.-^-^.-^-»

Address,
Kox 114.

B. EC. 'WOX^F*,

SPRINGFIELD, O.

FRENCH GLASS conservatories, ro°se houses, Etc. Etc.

'VA.lVHOie:PfEJ, GI^HT^B^Pf «e CO.,

Importers of PLATE and WINDOW GLASS. Manufacturers of BENT GLASS
and FRENCH BUKRORS.

131-133-135-137 FRANKLIN STREET. JJJKW -STOI*!*:.

Note— Imported Glass Is used In the best grade of Greenhouse building

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

HoniGyliurai flrcHliects and Hoi Water Enolneers

Send for Catalogue, enclosing 4 cents in stamps.

I«o. S^« Oanal St., I«EJW ^VOieKC OIT'Sr.

SASH Lra Al HINGES

will do the work and co.st you less than any other.

Send your name and address and we will

mail you description and price.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.
244 Freeport Street BOSTON, MASS.

which is absohitely perfect for xnodero
greenhouse construction.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES,

Send for Estimates. Siitlsfactlon Guaranteed

REED GLASS CO.,

65 Warren Street, and 46. 48 & 50 College Place.
NEW YORK CITY.

956

The American Florist.

May J,

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. Ratea. etc Mi

Amertcan Bolter Co. ..1*50
Ancbora*re Kose Co. . . :»W

AntbonvJT '.11 '.'47

Bailer > A WO

Baasetc& Washbarn..»lt>
Barendorfer H & Co . .l>il

Baj Sut« Hdw Co '.es

BwnMreJ PJfc Co <Mi

BergerHHACX) ■m

Blanc A aSO

BonsalJ Joa B '.M.

Boston Letter Co '.<o2

Brackenndpe \ Co 33U

Breck Joseph Sl Sons. .!M;

Brown Peter *.'4T

Brown B S & Sons. '.^s
Brown & Canlield. .'.'U ■.«'

Bunting Samuel J :.00

Bums k Kaynor i*u>

BtUTOw JQ Wi"

Carman BW 952

CarmodT J D K3

Chalk James SR'

Chandlee ^t Macaniey.UaS
Chicago Folding Box

Co M.:

Chicago Kl..wer K.\. . . .'.«i'
OorbreT A McKellar...!>C
Cottage Gardens The. M\~
Cox Seed \ Plant Co. .!M1

Crabb A Uunter WO

Dallledouze Bros »ao

Deamud J B A Co. . . '.M2
De Lamater Iron \viu.'.t»
Oerlne's Boiler Wks.. %.'>

DeWin J T 947

LHIIonJt, »ll

Domer Fred & Son 917

DreerH A M4 MS

■lUon WH 9C

nilaon Wm »I2

Engle W J !»15

Basex Heights Floral

Co 917

Farrani Geo 911

Kelhelm Lrman Si&

Feltbooaen J E 941

Flsber Peter A Co 947

Oasaer JM W&

GIbaonJC 910

Ooniala F A Co 96U

Gordon Park areenh'B.946

OrlfllttaNS 911

Gniiiej' Beater Co . . . .1S6
Gntta Percha A Rubber

SUgCo B63

Hall Aaa'n 'X&

HaUe U F SO91I30

Hammond BenJ ^.^

Hancock A Son 947

HattftCrooae. 9M

Hartford H ■ 9il

Herendeen Mfg Co 'SA

Herr Albeit M 9(7

Bernnanna Seed Store r44

Hews A H AGO AM

HllOngerBroa 954

Hill BO AGO 94ii

Blppard K !i62

HIicbtno ACo u»:

Booker U M Co Vi,

Boran EdwC 913

Bnlaeboacb Broa 915

BontBU 94-1

Banter l''rank D »«3

James 11 II iO)

Jennings K B '.UK

Jonea (II Ul

Jooaten C II 940

Karrr;c<. A lei

Kaufniann KmBtACO.%1
K i!-..«Co. ... 943

I .tCo '^V>

t \ Son 9*

h- •- llroaCo....95S

Ku>-.M I A 912

I.« It.- J... A .-(lahl 9C

Ultli; .M 11 910

Luckland Lumber Co.. Mm

LongDanl B 912 951

Lonsdale Edwin 917

Lord A Bumham Co... 956
McBetll Tbos A A Co. .941

McBrlde Alex 947

McCarUT N FA Co. ...913

McCrea A Cole 946

McFarland J H »i;i

McFarland J H Co 944

MandaW A 940

Sfsni.I A Co 953

Marscbuetz A Co 951

May John N 916 917

Michel Plant A Bulb

Co 9)S

MlUang Bros 9l3

Montnger Jno C 960

Myers i Co 951

Nanz \ Neuner. . . .916 '.'4S
Nnt! 'n;i! Plant Co 916

M . > '. -lire Floral Co.911

I M- > Nur-ery Co 910

"!?en .V Hughes 943

Ouwerkerk P 9».'<

Parmenter Mfg Co iS4

Pearman E C 945

Pennock C J 917

PennockSam'I 8 '.12

PlersonF RCo 915

Plllsbnryl L sii5

Plttaburg Clay Mfg Co.954

Prince AG \ Co 913

Purvis Mrs R J 389

Quaker CItv Mach Co. .953

Kandall A L 943

Heed Glass Co 955

Kecscr Chas A 950

Kelnberg Broa 943 946

Renard Joseph 947

Klclinrds C B A Co 915

Roberts O U 952

RoehrsTheo 913

Rolker A A Sons. .. .950 951

RussellSJ 951

SanderACo 940

Schiller A Co 945

ScbmldtJ C 945

ScollayJohnA 964

Selders A J 945

Sbelmlre WK 947

ShertdanW F. 9i;i

Slebrecht A Wadley. . . .910
Situations, wants etc.. .139
Smith Nathan A Son... 9 10
South Side Floral Co. .'.HU

SpauldlngT H '.MO

Speelman C J A Sons. .941

StelTensN 163

Stemmler T W 916

StrebySO 950

Struck J N A Bro 952

Sunderbruch H L ... .912
Sunset Seed A Plant Co914

Sutherland Geo A 912

Swayne Edward 947

Syracuse Pottery Co... 154

lesson R F 1.16

Tricker Wm A Co 948

Turner II W 950

United Sutes Nuni'8..913
Vander School R ASonlMl
Van Home Grltren A

Co ii'iS

Van Velaen P A Sons. .911
Van Zonnevcld Bros A

Co 945

Vaoghan J 0 'Xa

Weatbered'a Bon TW.9a&

WeeberADon 914

Welch Bros 1)12

Whllldln PotOo ..161

Wllllumr. A Sons C0918 951

Wilson II V. 916

W1ttb<jld George 941

WIndmlller M A Sons. 941

Wolf K B !«

Woltt L Mfg Co 1166

Wi«jd Broa 910

Young Thos .Ir It43

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JOHN c. momn(;er,

291 Hawthorna Art.,

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GREENHOUSE HEATING f VENTILATING

Horticultural Architecture and Building.

HITGHINGS & GO.

Established 1844.

233 MercerSt., NEW YORK.

FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.

NINETEEN SIZES.

Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.

Bioselionses, Greenhouses, Etc., of
Iron Frame Construction, Erect-
ed complete, or the Structural
Iron Work shipped ready
for erection.

Iron Frame Benches with the "Perfect
Drainage Bench Tile" or Slate Top.

SEND 4 CENTS POSTAGE FOB ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM ANO HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

tW Flans and estimates famished on application

Front view of a portion of our ezlilblt at the World's Fair.

SEND FOUfI CENTS POSTAQE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOQUE, . , .

LORD &, BURNHAM CO.. Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

A RE YOU interested in the best modern
-»^ system of heating your Greenhouse. If
so write to us for Catalogues. We make a
specialty of greenhouse heating.

18 TYPES.

174 SIZES.

■f*V;' FOR STEAM AND HOT WATER.

P' ^j( ADAPTED TO ALL KINDS OF FUEL.

y J^??wrican ^oi7er Company

•ADVANCK" ilrndi! Murk )
For llol Wilier.

boston: new York: Chicago: Portland, oke.

195 Ft. Hill Sqr. 94 Centre SI. 84 Lake St. 127 Sixth St.

Best for Greenhouses.

Our iHtiHtrntcd book "How best
to Heat our Homes" jfivcs
the reason why. We
i;,-:*,;^^ neiul it free.

Hot Water -^'3S^ the best is cheapest.

Heaters and Radiators j Gurney Hoi Water Heater Co,

FOR HEATING f |63 Franklin Sl'.'BMlon, M.js.

Dwellings, Public Buildings, Etc.

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CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MAY 10, 1894.

No. 310

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CONTENTS.

Specialties in the business 957

The pelargonium as an Easter plant (2illtis.) . 9.58
Growing Dutch bulbs in America .... 9-59

Carnations — Notes 960

—Chester County Carnation Society ... 980

^<^arnation rust . . . 960

—Ridding carnations of red spider 961

— Staking carnations 961

Packing and shipping cut flowers 961

Snails on mushrooms . . . 961

Roses— Carrying over I,a France and Perle . . 962

Foreign notes 962

The single pipe system (illus.) 962

Miscellaneous seasonable hints 963

The one judge system 963

Boston 964

Andy (portrait) . . 965

Philadelphia 965

New York 965

Buffalo 966

Chicago 966

Baltimore . 966

A palm leaf blight (illus.) 967

Cleveland 967

News notes 967

The seed trade 972

Lilies from Bermuda 972

Minneapolis, Minn 972

St. Uiuis 974

Toronto 976

Florists' Hail Association 976

Pittsburg, Pa 978

Denver, Colo 980

Pitts6eld, Mass 982

Laredo, Texas 982

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Specialties in the Business.

[A paper read bejore the Gardeners' atid Florists'
Club 0/ Boston by William Scott, of Buffalo, N. Y.\

The status of and way in which the
florist and nursery business is carried on
in the United States cannot be compared
with that of Europe, or in other words
Europe is no guide forus. Regarding the
early history of floriculture in New York
it is said that when Andrew Reid pur-
chased a flower for his shoemaker's shop,
it attracted the attention of a passer by
and he purchased it. Mr. Reid procured
another and that finding quickly a buyer,
Mr. Reid was led into keeping a store for
the express purpose of selling plants.
This story (perhapsmytbical)isasnearly
true as I remember it. But it you doubt
it a far more reliable and very modern in-
stance of a man embarking in the flower
business exists in one of the largest and
best known cities of Ohio. This man,
whom you all know, was 17 years ago a
letter carrier. His wife kept an ice cream
stand in a very small store and properly
thought that a few bouquets (so called)
would help make her icecream attractive.
Ladies came in to refresh themselves and
asked if the bouquets were for sale. They
were, and more were secured in their
place until the shrewd proprietor saw
that it would pay to make a specialty of
flowers as well as candy and ice cream.
Soon the flower trade outgrew the other
t.nd after many changes, always upward,
that man to-day owns 80,000 feet of
glass and his store in the city is equalled
by few in the country and surpassed by
none. I am only giving you these in-
stances for the purpose of showing how
comparatively modern is the florist busi-
ness as it exists to-day in America, and if
I may be allowed to digress for a few mo-
ments I can remind you all that it is
within the memory of almost the young-
est member here, when stores entirely de-
voted to flowers did not exist even in the
great eastern cities of New York, Boston
or Philadelphia. By degrees they grew;
one started and then another and to-day
florists' stores occupy the most promi-
nent and high priced localities in all our
large towns.

The growth of our business surpasses
in my opinion all other contemporary in-
dustries, and is so remarkable that it has
intoxicated with its exuberance many of
those who are engaged in it. The remark-
able growth of the business which I may
call the sale of flowers has been altogether
more rapid than can reasonably be at-
tributed to the growth of population. It
has surpassed what you expect from that
cause more than tenfold. It must be at-
tributed to a higher cause than numbers
and that is the vastly increased taste
among our wealthy people for something
of an artistic and refined nature. They
have indulged in flowers to their hearts'
content until flowers have become as
much a necessity in their houses as pic-

tures and plate. They are a luxury which
cannot be dispensed with. The priceless
pictures of Raphael or Michael Angelo
may adorn their walls but thej- have be-
come tame in looking at them and it takes
a bunch of American Beauty, with na-
ture's sweet odor, to arouse enthusiasm
in the over pampered breast. Flowers
have come to be universally used in this
country and in all the civilized countries
of Europe (there are several that arenot).
In fact there are many occasions in our
social life where we cannot do without
flowers in whatever^phere of life we are;
and this is not a passing fashion.

The brief review I have given of the bus--
inessis only to impress upon you the mag-
nitude to which it has grown, and to dis-
pel from the hearer any idea that we must
be guided by what they are doing in Eng-
land and Scotland, or more properly the
British Isles, They have always been
famous for having the finest establish-
ments in the world in a general business,
while France, Holland and Belgium have
been known to have the greatest places
devoted to specialties. Our business here
however has nothing to do with what-
ever they have done because our surround-
ings and demands and people areas differ-
ent as highly civilized people on the same
globe can be.

Now, gentlemen, I have come down to
what I proposed to talk about. In cities
of less than fifty thousand perhaps a gen-
eral business must be carried on to ensure
general patronage; but as the vast ma-
jority of the floral business is represented
in the cities of fifty thousand and over it
is to the man who is contributing his pro-
ducts to the large cities that I presume to
give a little advice. To the man who is
already well started, who grows carna-
tions in the winter, bedding plants in the
spring and 'mums in the fall, and who ca-
ters to the public the year round for cut
flowers and plants, I have little to say,
because he has a business that has prob-
ably paid him very well and he would
sacrifice something to make a radical
change. But to the young man who is
about to start out with his little capital
in the florist business ( perhaps mostly for
gain and many times largely because he
likes it) I say, make a specialty of some
particular branch. This has become al-
most a necessity if the florist wishes to
rise above the level of common mediocrity
or even get a substantial living.

Now what are the specialties? In a
broad sense they can be classed into two
great divisions, the grower or producer
and the retailer who faces the consumer
and extracts from him the money and
from whom the money passesdown to the
grower and his assistants. I shall never
forget the wise words of a gentlemen you
all know so well, Mr. John Westcott, of
Philadelphia, who, when walking up
Broad street last November remarked to
me that a grower should never keep a/

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store. To me wno was in that fix I
thonght it strange but with his explana-
tion I entirely agreed. And this was his
argument: "If tou grow and keep a
store you are bound to sell your own
stuff first even if it be not A 1; you want
to sell that before you buy other flowers.
In selling this second-class stuff you will
very likely have dissatisfied some of your
best customers who demand only the best,
while the storekeeper who grows nothing
is not bound to buy anything except it be
A 1, and can keep up the quality of his
goods without much trouble. If one
grower does not have the desired quality
another will." To quote still another
friend, there is indelibly impressed on my
memory the remark that was made to
me eight or nine years ago in Buffalo bj'
a gentleman whom you all know — Mr.
Wm. J. Stewart — that in a few years if I
kept a store I should not be growing as
well. That sounded to me very strange
at the time but nevertheless he was right.
Not only are store keeping and growing
two entirely different businesses but the
grower's business now-a-days can be di-
vided into half a dozen specialties, and
that with advantage. When you have
only two or three varieties of plants to
grow you can bring all your skill to bear
in growing them to perlection. You will
grow them with relatively less labor, you
will get a reputation for that article or
class of business and can be depended on
to fill orders for the same at all seasons
and fill them well. Remarking to a re-
nowned botanist but a few days ago that
there was a g^reat study in our plants, he
said "yes, there is a study of a lifetime in
a single plant." If this is true surely to
grow a few species to perfection is enough
for anyone to aspire to. It may not be
as interesting to the real lover of plants
to have to confine his collection to a (ew
popular plants but to be commercially
successlul it is absolutelj- necessary that
he does not spread himself all over the
vegetable kingdom. The ladies in the
business I am sorry to say have the
greatest weakness for making theirgreen-
bouses more like botanical collections
than commercial collections in which
there are dollars and cents.

Twenty years ago there was scarcely
an establishment in the country exclus-
ively devoted to the growing of cut
flower*. Now there arc hundreds and
many of them growing only one kind of
flower, and wherever they have devoted
their entire energy to one class of plants
and religionsly adhered to that specialty
they have been successful. The rose has
taken the time and attention of more men
and occupied more glass than Any other
flower, and wherever an intelligent man
faa»deTOted his entire attention to the
rose he has invariably been richly re-
warded. The carnation occupies now de-
cidedly the second place in the estimation
of the public and millions of feet of glasb
arc devoted to producing this most pop-
ular flower. .Many men hove mndt n
specialty of the carnation and have made
money by it, giving their whole attention
to it and growing the flowers to mich
[jcrfection that there is (ilwnvs n tlcmnnd
lor their t|unlity of goorlH. I know of men
who were very successful wilhcnriintions
and mriking money but were not nntisfied;
they must g" in'" roses (iiid their income
bni in consefjucnce licen much curtailed.

Another man devotes his ginss to the
forcing of different IiuIIm. This, the past
year or two hniltccn anything but liicnit-
Ivc and if it continues so these men will
go into some other drpnrtmriit ol the
business which is nt present more profit-
able. We hove firms in theenst as well as

the west who are making a sp.'cialty of
smilax; one firm in Ohio grows nothing
else the year round and they are very suc-
cessful in every way. Some growers in
the east are "smilax kings," so great and
powerful is their sway among the trade.
Other men have made an exclusive busi-
ness of growing adiantums, the favorite
maiden hair fern. In the neighborhood of
all large cities there is room for many
thousands of feet of glass devoted to this
indispensable favorite, and if well grown
it will yield a rich harvest to the cultiva-
tor. It is never overdone and while there
is not much profit in a few slug-eaten,
picked-to-death plants in a retail green-
house, there is a rich revenue to the man
who grows ten thousand feet of bench
room of it and does it well.

There are other men, and very prosper-
ous men, in the business who leave roses,
carnations and other flowers alone and
who grow what may be called market
plants, or fine plants for the stores. They
retail nothing but grow large batches of
popular plants and do them so well that
their products always command the best
price. There are others who grow noth-
ing but palms, making a specialty of
these beautiful plants and growing them
so perfect that their stock is al*ay sin de-
mand.

There is in every city of any size a large
demand for plants to fill veranda boxes
and vases, as well as flower beds. To do
justice to these and grow flowers too is
almost impossible and they should becar-
ried on in diflerent Cbtablishments. There
are in this branch of the business a few
months in the summer and fall when the
houses will be comparatively unoccupied,
but there is always somethingtobefound
to fill up theshortgap. Chrysanthemums
can be grown and flowered and out of the
way before the bedding plants need much
room.

Then there is the purely market grower
who has large quantities of the popular
cheap plants and disposes of them in the
public market. My first venture in the
commercial line was in this way and I
never made more money in proportion to
the size of the place than I did then. I
had no retail business to bother me. I
grew large quantities of the then popular
plants such as geraniums, fuchsias, calce-
olarias, show pelargoniums and several
others. I got my ready money and re-
turned home happv. There is to-day in
the neighborhood of every large city
plenty of room yet for some first-class
market growers.

I believe I have said enough to show
you that in my opinion there are many
branches of the business, each one suffi-
cient to occupy the time and bralnsof any
intelligent man. I have not nearly cov-
ered the ground In whichspeclallsts exist;
neither iId I say but what with a shrewd
and careful management occasionally it
will be found profitable to occupy your
glass for a time with a crop outside your
S|>ccialty. Hut as u rule the successful
man will lie found devoting his time and
energy to some piirtlculnr branch and do-
ing that with all his might.

The cducntlon of the young American
florist is also mf)re ndnplcd to 8|K-ciaIties
than to a general busincsR. .Most of our
older school of gardeners have l)een grnil-
untcs of the private g.'irdens or nurserieR
of Iiuro[K-, where, rough as the life was,
they were supposed to learn •very kind of
garden ojierntlon, from laying sofl to ty-
ing out a S|>ccimen heath. They know
how to nnll a |)cacli tree to a wall and
how to handle a spade, but let tlir best r>f
that school stand up against the young
American nt the potting bench and he

would not be in it. At the same time our
young American who is such an expert
with the pots and soil and sticks, is too
often a very useless creature when you
want him to do something outside. He
has never had an education that way,
which only shows that in our business as
in all other industries we are up to the
times and what is known as division of
labor exists.

In conclusion, young man, and it is
for you I write — find out to what partic-
ular branch of the business your taste
leads you, then embrace it and work at
it with all your strength and intelligence.
You will find there is as much compensa-
tion in one branch as another. The man
who is paying rent for a five thousand
dollar store is perhaps making no more
clear profit than he who has two houses
of violets. Whatever you do, if you are
in the vicinity of alargecity,don'tgointo
the general business and undertake to
supply everything in the trade. If you
succeed in pleasing your customers you
will be a short lived wonder and as bald
headed a victim as your humble servant,
whom you can take as a horrible exam-
ple of that class which has foolishly dab-
bled in every branch of the business.

[See Boston notes for discussion.]

The Pelargonium as an Easter Plant.

The accompanying engravings are from
photographs sent us by Mr. Aug. S.
Swanson, St. Paul, Minn. He writes:

"I believe the pelargonium will take a
prominent place as an Easter plant. I
had about 100 plants in 7-inch pots that
were very fine. Each plant was from 4
to 5 feet across the top, from 2\> to 3Vi
feet in height, and willi from 20 to 30
trusses of bloom and from two to three
times that number of bud clusters. There
seems no great difficulty in having the
plants in fine condition for Easter. The
varieties I grew were Mme. Thibaut and
Mrs. Sandiford, and a curious thing about
them is they are intermixed and some
plants are half one variety and half the
other. I have had several plants of
which one-half would have the pink blos-
soms of Mme. Thibaut while the other
half would be pure white.

"The plants were some that had been
left over from last summer's sales and
they had received rather rough treatment
during the winter, being thrown under
the bench of a violet house in the fall to.
make room for other things. They were
left there till about the middle of January
when they were taken into a light house
with hydrangeas. While the hydrangeas
were too late for liaster sales the pelar-
goniums came too early and had to be
transferred to a cool house and retarded
by maintaining a verj' low temperature.
Ill my opinion they will make very satis-
factory plants for Easter. Theirgreatest
defect is that the flowers don't last as well
ns one would like in a close and warm
atmosphere, as in a living room. They
have an exasperating tendency to shed
their petals, but their other good points
are so numerous that we can overlook
this fault.

"The photographs were taken in the
store where the plants were displayed for
sale nt ICaster, and as there was a con-
tinuous stream of people passing and no
space to spare there was no opportunity
to place tlicni to advantage. Still prob-
ably they give a better idea of the plants
than n mere description."

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Growing Dutch Bulbs in America, Also
Lilacs for Forcing.

The past season has been a most dis-
appointing one to those engaged in the
forcing of bulbous stock, particularly as
regards tulips and dafFs. Although the
prices at which imported stock is offered
this year is lower than last year, still the
figures asked by our friends from Holland
are such that when the grower considers
the returns from cut blooms realized this
past season actual loss must inevitably
be the result of an investment in this
stock.

We doubt if the tulip ever becomes as pop-
ular a cut flower again as it was 4 or 5
years ago, but yet this flower will always
have its admirers. Large quantities were
sold last season, and probably will be in
the future, but fancy prices are a thing of
the past. The grower cannot afford to
pay from $10 to $20 per thousand for
bulbs when the flowers will tot sell for
anv more than the cost of the bulbs.

We have been watching with consider-
able interest the experiment in bulb grow-
ing at the Klehm Nurseries, at Arlington
Heights, 111. Some 3 years ago we had
occasion to make mention in these col-
umns of what at that time was entirely
the experimental stage in this enterprise.
Since that time much progress has been
made. It is demonstrated here beyond
all doubt that bulbs of various kinds,
particularly tulips, daffs, lilies and valley
can be grown of good forcing qualities
and at a much less cost than the figures
asked abroad.

Let us look at the tulips first. At the
time of writing. May 2, the earlier varie-
ties, such as Chrysolora, Yellow Prince,
La Reine, etc. have gone out of bloom.
Tournesol, Thomas Moore, Crown Prince
of Austria and many other intermediate
sorts are at their best, making a grand
show. But most of the plants are not
allowed to develop their blooms in order
1 1 strengthen the bulbs, yet enough flow-
ers are gathered and sent to the market
to nearly cover the cost of growing the
bulbs, although the prices realized this
year are very low.

The varieties grown are such leading
sorts as are desirable for forcing, but all
varieties do not succeed equally well.
Crimson King, Due von Thol, red and
yellow, are founddoingbutpoorly. These
sorts neither make strong bulbs nor
multiply fast enough to make growing
them profitable. On the other hand
Chrysolora, Yellow Prince, Kaiser Kroon,
La Reine, Proserpine, Coleur de Cardinal,
Tournesol, Thomas Moore, Crown Prince
of Austria and others thrive exceedingly
well and multiply rapidly. All these sorts
have been tried for several 'seasons and
found to force equall}' as well as imported
stock. Besides the above named varieties
there are othersortsnotclassedas forcing
varieties, such as Parrot, Gesneriana
rectified and yellow. The imported stock
of the parrot tulip, as is well known,
cannot be depended upon to yield more
than 50% of bloom. Here we note that
a bed containing some 5,000 bulbs of
only medium size shows scarcely 5%
blind. It is Mr. Geo. Klehm's opinion

that this variety, with home grown stock
can be profitably used for late<forcing, he
having tried it successfully in a small
way. The same might be said of Gesneri-
ana.

Now let us look at the cost of growing
them. We find this spring between 350,-
000 and 400,000 bulbs grown on about
one-half acre of ground. The soil is a
deep, rich, dark and rather heavy clay,
altogether diflferent from that found in
the bulb growing districts of Holland.
The ground is tile drained and has been
under high cultivation for a number of
years. The value is about $250 per acre
which is $125 for the piece devoted to
tulips. It takes three years to grow a
bulb to a forcing size. This would make
$375. At 6% the interest in round figures
would be about $24. Take the lowest
number, 350,000, grown on this area, the
cost per 1000 for the laud would be a
trifle over 70 cents. The bulbs are taken
up and replanted every year. The cost of
this isestimated at 50 cents per 1000 each
season, for three years therefore $1 50.
No cultivation is needed until the leaves
have died ofT. The bulbs are grown in
beds about 5 feet wide, quite closely
together so that no weeds appear until
the tops dry up. After that the ground
is hoed over once before the bulbs are
taken up about July 1. Cost of cultiva-
tion per 1000 for three years 75 cents,
making a total cost in round figures of
$3 per 1000. But as stated before, the
cost of cultivation can be covered bv the
sale of cut blooms if situated near a
fl )wer market. But care must be taken
in cutting the flowers, at least one leaf
should remain as otherwise the bulb is
injured. On the whole not much depend-
ence should be placed on the revenue from
this source. It is much better to sacrifice
the flower. The blooms may be allowed
to remain on the plants until they are
nearly gone but should then be whipped
oflf.

The natural increase of the bulbs
depends somewhat on the varieties.
Some of the most expensive sorts, such as
Cottage Maid and Proserpine, which our
friends on the other side claim increase
but slowly and retain their high figures
largely on that account, are found quite
prolific here. The average increase of
most varieties of fair sized bulbs is 3 to 1.
Of the whole number of bulbs grown be-
tween 75,000 and 100,000 will be of suit-
able forcing size next fall.

As before stated the bulbs are taken up
about July 1 and cured in an airy shed.
Those not required for forcing are re-
planted between the middle of August
and September 10. No mulching of any
kind is required to keep them from" freez-
ing out. The bulbs are not planted as
deep as is the practice abroad, the average
depth being about 3 inches.

In daffodils quite a number of varieties
are grown but the bulk of the stock con-
sists of Von Sion. Daffs do very well but
require somewhat different treatment
than do the tulips. For several seasons
the bulbs were taken up and replanted
every year but no headway could be made
with them. As treated now the bulbs are
left undisturbed until of a forcing size, the
small brood being replanted and left
alone for three years, when again the
forcing size is sorted out' and thus a
rotation of different batches is kept up.

Lily of the valley is grown very suc-
cessfully. About ^i of an acre is planted
out. these are grown in rows 22 inches
apart and Vi inch in the rows. These are
cultivated by horse power, ormule power
rather. Mr. George Klehm is the happy
possessor of a veteran mule that is worth

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his weight in gold. A thousand dollars
wouldn't tempt George to part with this
animal. He is ready to lay a wager ot a
hogshead of wine (we counted 13 of the
latter in the wine vault and can vouch
for its being the genuine stuff) that this
same mule will travel up and down be-
tween rows not more than 6 inches apart
and not once step on a plant. Forcings
from these pips have been made several
seasons with the very best results. Our
summer season being warmer than in
Europe the pips ripen much earlier anJ
for early forcing particularly the home
grown stock is superior to the imported.
We couldn't obtain exact figures on the
cost of production, but the figures as
estimated are far below that of imported
stock.

A number of varieties of lilies are also
grown with success. L. longiflorum
thrives like a weed and multiplies like a
mushroom. There are at present about
4-, 000 plants of this variety in the green-
houses just coming into bloom, being the
strongest and most vigorous plants we
have ever seen. The bulbs are planted on
benches, S inches between rows and 6
inches apart, each bulb averaging two
stalks with from 2 to 6 blooms to the
stem. L. auratum, roseum, rubrum, cx-
celsum also thrive well, all being perfectly
hardy, wintering without the least pro-
tection.

We note a departure at this establish-
ment in still another field which has never
been, at least to our knowledge, muchex-
plored before and that is the growing of
lilacs for forcing. The call for lilacs is
constantly increasing in the winter sea-
son, and would increafe much more if the
flowers could be grown at a lower price
than is the case at present. This of course
can only be done when the price of stock
is lowered. So long as we are using im-
ported stock at $40 to $45 per 100, the
flowers cannot be forced with profit at a
less rate than is at present charged for
tbtm. But if the cost for stock can be
reduced one-third and the price of the
flowers one half, lilac is destined to be-
come much more popular than it is now.
And not alone for cut blooms. Grown in
])ot8 it will be found profitable, especially
at Easter.

The stock grown here is grafted on
California privet, which is done in the
winter season. The grafted stock is then
packed in flats, kept moderately wet and
started to grow in the greenhouse. About
the first of May these arc planted oul in
the nursery and in two years make fine
plants of the »ize usually imported. The
stock is as easily grown as lilac on its
own roots. Not being subject to disease
there is no loss except occasionally from
the attacks of the grub worm.

The cost of grafting is not very great.
A man can easily set from HOO to 1000 n
day with a boy to do the wnxing and
nocking away. The cost of privet stock
IS from $1H to $20 per 1000. The loss
from grafts not setting is iimnll. Out of
.l,r)0r) grafted Inst winterrot morethnn20
have failed. .Mr. K. staled that stock
inn t)c grown at n good profit to the
nurserymen at SlTi per lf)0.

All the stock of hybrid roses used for
forcing is grown on the place, all grafted
on Nfanetti. The tap roots of the
Mnnetti arc cut up into ((ieccs 2 to ,'t
inches long, lieing what are known in
nurncrymen'r parlance as "ral liiils."
l-'rom .'> to lf> pieces of n one Mnnrlti
stock are made on to which the different
varieties are grafted. In two years
strong plants are nrf>rurcd ready to force.

We also note tnat in the greenhouse
department such Tarirtics as La l-'rnncc

and Beauty are grafted in the same way.
No advantages are claimed for grafted
stock over that grown on its own roots
but it is found that cuttings taken from
these varieties root verv poorly, and
grafting is found to be surer and quicker
work than rooting cuttings.

Carnation Notes.

Presuming that they are all planted in
the field there is very little more to say in
regard to their culture, but they will still
require constant care and attention. If
you are growing a general line of stuff
other things will be taking up your time
but under no circumstances neglect your
carnations; if they need topping, top them ;
if they need hoeing, hoe them.

There should never be any weeds in
your patch to hoe out; they should never
be allowed to start. Agoodruleisto work
them after every ram; this keeps the
ground nice and loose, does not allow the
weeds to start and the loose ground acts
as a mulch to keep the plants in good
crowing condition. By going over your
patch after every rain the work is not so
hard and there is very little more time
consumed taking the whole summer to-
gether than there would be if you allowed
the ground to become hard and the weeds
to get a start on you before working
them.

There is quite a diversity of opinion as
to just the proper time in a carnation
plant's growth to top it. Some favor
topping them quite young and down to
the second or third joint from the ground.
This method dors unquestionably makea
fine looking plant. It has however some
serious disadvantages connected with it.
In a very heavy rain storm (such as we
often get during the summer) it being so
close to the ground will be splashed full of
mud, which lodging in the joints willstay
there and affect the health of the plant.
The foliage being so near the ground
makes a harbor for all kinds of insects.
The same faults follow such plants when
planted in the house, and they are like a
great many more things, not so food as
they arc good looking. Toi)ping a plant
too soon or too low also affects its root
development. All of these things are not
immediately noticable but it is well to rc-
mcmlKr that there is from twelve to fif-
teen months' work ahead for your plants
to do yet and everything possible should
be done to keep them in good healthy
working shape.

I have always made it a rule to allow
my plants to get well started in the field
iK-fore topping them. Wc then do not at-
tempt to finish them all at one time but
go over the piilcli, taking out all that arc
large enough to leave five or six joints to
the plant. My leaving this number they
arc not so likely to break shoots near the
ground and the plant is not checked
enough to injure its roots. Of course
there are exceptions; if we find a plant is
not growing up nice Jind straight on ac-
count of In-ing top heavy wc take it out
farther down, the ol)jecll)cing to have for
planting in the fall a medium si/.ed plant,
nice and straight and stocky. It may lie
a month ticforc they all get topped this
way but it is ))Cttcr than taking them out
too soon.

I always attend to this part of the busi-
ness myself, as it gives one a good oppor-
tunity to personally inspect every plant
in the patch, and keeps me posted as to
the exact condition of my plants and the
prospects for next season. It is not an
awful jolly job to go over fifty thousand
plants, but anyone who expects to make
any money out of camationsand has not
unlimited capital to start with will have
to get down and hustle or be a back num-
ber. The price of success in this business
is eternal vigilance and an awful lot of
good hard brain work and it is becoming
more so every year. Albert M. Herr.

Chester County Carnation Society.

The regular meeting for May was held
in the room of the society May 5, with
but few members in attendance, as many
were still busy planting out.

A letter was read from F. Dorner &
Son, La Fayette, Ind., acknowledging re-
ceipt of the gold medal awarded at the
meeting of the American Carnation Soci-
ety for carnation "The Stuart."

The thanks of the society were extended
to the American Florist Co. for a copy of
the new directory.

The society expressed its appreciation
of the notices of our meetings and for
timely articles on carnations by the West
Chester Village Record.

E. Swayne, speaking on planting out,
said he was growing plants in trays
mainly and when dry the plants were
watered over the top, which he thought
retained more soil than when roots were
dipped.

Pres't Ladley reported young stock of
Buttercup in 2i4x3-inch pots at least
double the size of plants of same age
grown in flats. Stc'y Shelmirc grows all
his stock in pots and thinks he cannot
afford to do otherwise.

From reports made the total plant for
this season by members of this society
will exceed 750,000.

A number of seedling blooms were
shown; several by C. S. Swayne, all on
extra long, strong stems; one by E.
Swayne, almost pure yellow, had been
cut 15 days, a stem 28 inches long, of
magnificent proportions; when cut meas-
ured 2';k inches and to-day measured 3
inches and in excellent marketable condi-
tion. These were nearly all seedlings
from Csesar crosses. C.

Carnation Rust.

Look upon the rust just as the rose
growers do upon mildew, as an evil that
IS bound to come and do serious damage
if preventive measures are not adopted.
A rose grower no longer even dreams of
attempting to grow roses without using
sulphur in some form to kill the spores of
mildew in the atmosphere. Ilecan't see
the spores, but he knows they are there.
It is now just the same with the carna-
tion rust and similar fungous diseases of
the carnation. \'()u can't cure the plants
when the mat h.-is once got a hold and
you can't detect the presence of the rust
until serious dani.igchas been done. But
voura/; prevent the Bporcsfroni germinat-
ing on or in the jilants by the application
f)f fungicides as a preventive. Wc may
set it down as practically useless to at-
tempt to keep carnations free from fun-
gous iicsts unless preventive measures
are adopted and followed up regularly,
just as we now use sulphur to prevent
mildew, and tobacco \.o pre^'enl greenflv.
The following mixture will />>r?vw/ rust:

Dissolve one pound of sulpli.ite of coji-
|)er in two quarts of ammonia in a 2-gal-

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PELARGONnjMS IN MR SWANSONS STORE AT EASTER.

Ion jar. When dissolved add another
quart of ammonia and stir well. [The
liquid can be kept in this form for some
time and used as needed.] Add a pint of
this solution to a barrel of water and
syringe the plants with a force-pump
every two weeks. And don't let the time
for spraying pass without attending to
the operation. To insure against forget-
fulness take your calendar and mark a
cross on the dates upon which spraying
should be done for the remainder of the
year.

This constant spraying will do more
than prevent rust; it will prevent other
fungous diseases from getting a foot-
hold. And should you accidentally im-
port some rust affected plants the disease
will be confined to those plants, for the
spores cannot germinate on the sprayed
plants if the spraying has been thoroughly
and constantly done.

Riddmg Carnations of Red Spider.

Ed. Am. Florist: In your issue of
April 26, Mr. A. M. Herr requested some
one to suggest a practical remedy for the
spider. As I have rid my plants of the
pest more than once I take the liberty to
advance my plan which is, take clear
water, heat to a temperature of 135°,
apply with a hand syringe, making sure
to get under the foliage; do this 3 days in
succession, weather permitting, using
the middle of the day for the time of
action.

But there is no excuse for having red
spider. With us carnations will take all
the syringing needed to keep down the
pest. I have been growing carnations for
19 years, syringing foliage from bottom
to top throughout at least three times a
week at this time of year, and in mid-
winter at least twice a week, first having
picked all open flowers, for I admit that
the flowers will not stand much, but the
foliage will, and if it happens to cloud
over close up the houses and start up a
little steam until dried off, as I do no':
like to have them wet over night. I have
never had disease of any kind, nor red

spider, only in odd corners due to neglect
of the waterer. I believe that if all car-
nation growers would use the hose a
little more freely there would be less disease
and less spider. If the soil is too heavy to
take much water this can be remedied by
mixing a fair proportion of sand with it.
Westerly, R. I. H. Simpson,

Foreman for S. J. Renter.

Staking Carnations.
I have noticed in the American Flo-
rist descriptions of various methods of
staking carnations, but I think my plan
is better than any that have been
described. I weave a wire frame as wide
as the bench and in sections 6 feet long,
with a 6-inch mesh. This is placed over
the bench of plants being held at a suita-
ble height by uprights attached firmly to
the side of the bench. The uprights are
provided with eyes so that the frame can
be carefully raised as the plants grow and
thereby kept at the most convenient
height. The frames will last for years
with caie and are a great saving in labor
over staking, and in time in picking the
blooms also. It is ofcen difficult to cut a
long stemmed bloom from a plant that
has been tied up to a stake without unty-
ing the plant and then retying after cut-
ting. J. NORRIS.

Montreal.

Packing and Shipping Cut Flowers.

I wonld like some information about
packing and shipping cut flowers. How
long a distance can cut flowers be shipped
and arrive in good condition? A. J.

The question is so broad that the an-
swer must necessarily be a general one.
In deciding howfarflowerscan beshipped
to arrive in good order, we must take
into consideration what the flowers are,
how they have been grown, the season,
the weather, etc. It may be stated
broadly that outdoor grown flowers will
not stand as long as those grown under
glass. Tbis is especially true of roses,
which are of little use twenty-four hours

after being cut out of doors. Flowers
grown cool and slowly matured will stand
more handling and last much longer than
thjse which have been forced under excess-
ive heat, and it need scarcely be added that
they will carry farthest in cool weather.

It is the practice of large growers of
flowers for market to put the blooms as
soon as cut, in a cool dark place for a few
hours with the stems well immersed in
water so that the pores become well filled;
this makes a great difference in their keep-
ing qualities.

But few sorts of flowers willstand wet-
ting of the blooms. Plenty of moisture
for the stems and foliage but none for the
petals is the rule to beobserved. Violets,
and sweet peas are ruined at once if wet,
and the same is true to a greater or lesser
extent of carnations, lilies, mignonette
and many other sorts.

In warm weather, also in cold weather
if the flowers are to be transported in a
warm car, ice should be used to prevent
their getting heated but always taking
precaution that the ice cannot soak the
blooms as it melts, also that it is so con-
fined that it will not when reduced in size
by melting slide round intheboxandthus
do injury.

All kinds of flowers are injured more or
less by being packed in deep boxes unless
provision is made by the use of slats or
shelves to protect those on the bottom
from the weight of those on top. Noth-
ing is better than a number of shallow
trays or boxes placed on top of each
other.

The buyer receiving flowers from a long
distance should at once after unpacking
them cut an inch or so off the stem and
place the flowers in water ia a cool place
for a short time before using them.

It is well to remember in conclusion
that flower buyers are more critical now
than they were a few years ago. Flowers
were shipped long distances and were ac-
ceptable in localities where the local supply
was not equal to the demand even though
they showed signs of fatigue from the
long travel. Flowers which were accepted
without question a few years ago in such
places would be valueless to-day, as the
buyers have been educated upto the point
where they will be satisfied only with
stock that is not only perfectly fresh, but
has also all the other requirements of
first-class goods. S.

Snails on Mushrooms.

We have a large bed of mushrooms un-
der a carnation bench but are much
troubled with snails that eat the mush-
rooms. We have used all sorts of things
to catch them, have placed lime around
the edges, etc., but the trouble continues.
How may we get rid of the snails? There
is a tile drain running under the green-
house to carry off surface water from
high ground. Could they come from that?
It does not open into thegreenhouse. L.

Regarding the snails on mushrooms I
wonld state that I have been troubled
with them in the same way and uuderthe
same conditions as has your correspon-
dent. While the beds were showing a
heavy and paying crop I used the usual
remedies, such as cut potatoes and apples
and in this way got a few of them, but if
Mr. Snail came across a fine tender mush-
room in his travels he ate the mushroom
and didn't seem to be at all anxious to
hunt up the potatoes or apples. So I
made up my mind to experiment when the
beds were nearly spent, and there would
be little to lose. I gave the beds a good

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liberal sprinkling with slacked lime. Of
course it killed the snails. What I was
anxious to find out was how it would
affect the mushrooms. What were above
ground it did not hurt In the least and
the beds have produced as many mush-
rooms since as I expected them to do
even if I had not applied the lime. I don't
know if any one has ever done this before;
I never heard of any one doing it. I in-
tend to test it on some that are showing
a heavy crop to see whether it will have
any bad effect on the mycelium and will
notify you of the result.
Milton, Mass. Geo. M. Anderson.

Carrying over La France
and Perle.

In reply to the inquiry by "T.K." about
carrying over La France and Perle for
next season in the benches they are now
growing in would say that the best
method 1 have ever found to treat such
|)lants is: When the season for blooming
is over this year or, in other words, when
the demand for the roses warrants the
discontinuance of cutting flowers from
them, begin by withholding water
slightly from them at first, giving all the
air that is possible both night and day,
gradually reducing the amount of water
till the wood becomes fairly well ripened.
This process will take from four to six
weeks, then go through the plants, care-
fully pruning out all the small spurry
wood, reducing the longer and strong
shoots somewhat but still leaving plenty
of green leaves on them to maintain the
roots in a live active condition, then
BCTa|)e off as much of the old soil from
the surface as is practicable without de-
stroying too many roots. When this is
done mix some good fresh soil and ma-
nure, about lour parts of soil to one part
of manure, fill up the bench as full as it
will hold, leveling it all off evenly; first
be sure that the soil and manure arc
thoroughly well incorporated as it would
be very much better to take well dccom-
IK>Kd manure, not less than nine or ten
months old, as green manure is not con-
ducive to free action of the rootsat once.
When this ii done start syringing over-
head two or three times a day, gradually
moistening the whole soil in the benches,
but do not flood them till the eyes have
started into octive growth. liy this time
probably it would takcfromtwo to three
weeks from the time of starling to get
them into active growth, then ihcy will
take very liberal waterings and should
never be allowed to get dry again, that is,
not dust dry.

This, in .'ill probability, would bring the
■caion up to the end of Seplcml<cr; pre-
suming that youstarlcd forest the plants
the first of July it would lie the mi>ldle to
end of August liefore the pruning and sur-
facing could be c.'irrird out, so that it
would m.ikeit thecmlof August virtually.
This would mean, by the time tli? plants
get into active growth, the middle or end
of Scptcmlier, from this time on they will
be in licaring condition anri if profierly
cured for will produce fine henry crops of
(lowers.
When the roots have thoroughly filled

up the soil liberal applications of liquid
will be of great benefit to them, in this
latter case be very careful not to make it
too strong and an application once in
two weeks will be sufficient to carry them
through and past the holidays, after that
of course according to the strength of the
plants so must be regulated the amount
of food given to them, such as mulchings
of manure, additional amounts of liquid,
etc.

To carry old plants over in shallow
benches requires a little care and good
judgment, and where the soil is naturally
good enough to do this they oftentimes
Will do very well and in fact do as much
the second season as for the first, but it
requires a little care and great attention
and a little more labor. Joh.n N. May.

Foreign Notes.

Marechal Neil rose blooms have been
hawked about London streets this spring
at a penny each.

The practice of throwing paper serpen-
tines on trees in the boulevards prevails
to such an extent in Paris that the re-
moval of it has cost the city the past
year 1700 francs.

.\ movement is on foot to revive the ex-
hibition of laced florists' and gai den pinks
in London, and a show is projected for
the week of June 11, to be held probably
at the Royal .\quarium, Westminster.

A correspondent of the Joitnui! of Hor-
ticulture complains that the Iviglish
sparrow has been busying himsell in cut-
ting off the cherry blossoms. The blooms
are seized by the calyx and plucked so
that the whole flower is removed and
dropped at once, the ground being cov-
ered with the blooms nipped off in the
manner described. What has our friend
W. R. Smith to say to this?

The London Garden says: "It appears
that raisers of new cyclamens have really
arrived at a stage when to attempt far-
ther advance in size of bloom or variety
of coloring means a downward step. In
a large group we saw lately, purples,
magentas, and shades of the same objec-
tionable colors predominated. .Nothing
is worse than a magenta-shaded cycla-
men, especi.'i'ly when the flower gets a
little past its best, as it dies nff ol quite
an ashen tone. By striving after novel-
ties of this kind the whole race is likely
to become thoroughly spoilt. One only
requires a few clear self kinds and in a
good strain or selection many fine types
may be picked out, rose, crimson, pure
white, and others, all beautiful in color
and form. Of recent years the Persian
cyclamen has been greatly improved, not
only in habit or growth, but in the (lower
itself, this being larger, more massiveand
borne on n sturdy stem."

A correspondent oi \.\\q Journal of //or-
ticullurevtuKLi. "divide pyrethrunis and
m.ike new iK-ds is the somewhat loose ad-
vice given to renders of n provincial news-
paper by some amateur correspondent. I
should like to know on what ex|)erirncc
that advice is based. My own is thnt no
hardy plants divide so b.idly iisdo pyretli-
rum*. In the trade nursery, where the work
ol propagating is (K-rformcd willu- insider
able success, the rule is to take oil young
■hoots in tie spring with pieces ol root,
if possible, atl.-u'hed; if not done as ordi-
nary cuttings insert them singly into liny
pots, in sandy soil, root iheniin warmth,
and lhu» increase stock. If the roots be
lilteil as above advist'd and be divided
there is always the gravest danger that
the young shoots will lie severed from the
roots, and thus can onlv Ik- propagated
a« cuttings. ICven wfirn succcBsfully

divided the plants take a long time ere
they get hold ot the ground, often suffer-
ing much in drought because they are
shallow rooted. Amateur gardeners
could soon lose their stock in this way."

The Single Pipe System.

Ed. Am. Florist: Judging from the
number of letters of inquiry 1 have re-
ceived about this one pipe system of heat-
ing there is evidentlj- a great interest
manifested in it, and as I cannot spare
the time just now to answer all letters,
as I should like, I thought a few remarks
in your admirable paper would relieve me
of considerable work that tome is harder
than running greenhouses, and put the
matter before the craft in a manner
plainer and more comprehensive than
replying to individual letters.

If the system has features about it that
are better than the old plans of piping,
then all ought to know it. There is no
patent on it and all can try it. If you
feel that a little more heat is needed in
some house over head or under the bench
tap one of your pipes and run a pipe
where you want it, only give it a rise all
the way with cap and air cock at the
other end, and try it next winter. You
don't have to change your whole system
to try it, although that is not giving it a
fair show like plan enclosed.

In this plan I have tried to make it ap-
pear plain so that any one can understand
it. There are two ways to run the main
flow pipe, up or down from boiler. I have
them working both ways. In the up
plan it is necessary to provide a drop
pipe just after leaving the main to receive
the condensed water returning from the
small pipes and being connected with a
return pipe run to bottom of boiler. If a
pipe for over-head is needed put in a tee
at any point, or a cross as per plan, at A.
I think this up plan the best as it gives
us dryer steam, but costs a little more
for fittings. In the down plan the main
falls from the boiler to its extreme end
and is then connected at bottom with re-
turn pipe to bjiler. .\11 the pipes running
from main in this case return their con-
densed water to main and it is carried
along to end of main to return pipe. All
])iDes to rise from main enough to drain
them of all water, and to be capped and
air cock put in.

Under benches where it would be awk-
ward to gel at them 1 have small ■'^s pieces
ot pipe to come through tlic benches with
air cock on top, H, leaving sp icc for cx-
])ansion .-in I contraction of pipe.

Many have inquired about size of pipe.
Anything that you can use in any other
system you can use in this. I am using
lots of old 3-inch that I once used for hot
water. Am also using lots of 1-incli. My
preference however, if I was going to buy
new pipe, would be IVi-inchto 2 inch.

It is understood that this whole system
is regulated by the air cocks .-it end of
pipes. If you don't want to use a house
or a pipe keep the pipes closed. U you
want to use one or two pijies, let the air
out and they will soon be giving off heat,
w-liile the others alongside will he cold.
When pipes are in use I keep tliem open a
little all the time. I prefer them to
automatic valves as thcl.-itterl lil to work
lifter a little while. Von will notice we
li-ive no large brass valves to open or
stiiil or to pay for.

The only trouble with this system is it
is so simple tint people think it cannot
work right, but I assure you a'tcr four
years trial I luvc no desire to go b ick to
the old system. Titos. I-"kanks.

Champaign, III.

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Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints.

As the season comes round some truisms
will have to be repeated at the expense of
being thought barren of new ideas.
Don't let your fires out to save a
little coal where you have coleus, cannas,
acalypha and many other plants. And
if you do let them out in your houses
where you have geraniums, fuchsias, helio-
trope and that class of stuff then leave
plenty of ventilation on day and night.
It is not the low temperature that will do
harm to these plants, but the damp and
unhealthy atmosphere which always oc-
curs without fire heat when the house
is shut closely down.

If there is a grain of goodness in over-
head heatingfor rose and carnation houses
all sane men must agree with me that for
the cultivation of soft wooded plants on
benches it is an unmitigated abomination.
As I have three houses with the hot water
pipes above the benches and a good many
more heated in the good old fashioned
way I know by dollars and cents whereof
I speak.

Don't let your plants get crowded for
the next three weeks. It will be the end
of May beforethere will be much decrease
in your stock of bedding plants, but there
is no excuse for want of room now, even
a cold frame now will take care of many
plants better than a cold greenhouse, es-
pecially bedding geraniums, annuals, fev-
erfew, etc. Stand them over tor the last
time and give ample room for them to
develop their bottom leaves, instead of
their turning yellow, and don't let them
flower themselves to death before the time
you want them to look their best. This
is particularly true of the show pelargon-
iums. Thev won't stand any continued
moisture on either flower or foliage.

It's about time now to fill hanging bas-
kets. I believe in the style of basket used
in this city, which is of wire lined with
green moss, for reasons explained in my
notes of last year, but whatever style you

use be sure the soil is very rich. Some
coarse bone dust is good; it tells on the
end of the journey. The "vines" are the
most essential part of a hanging basket.
Different localities have different favor-
ites; with us senecio, money vine, varie-
gated glechoma, nasturtium, lobelia,
vincas, variegated and green, ivy geran-
ium, sedums, and several others are used.
Common as these plants are they have
the desired quality of growing and keep-
ing green in the trying ordeal of a windy
veranda. For middle plants there is
nothing better than a good dwarf geran-
ium, with some achyranthes and compact
growing coleus. If the baskets are filled
to order ask if they are to be exposed to
the full rays of the sun, or in a shady sit-
uation, and then fill accordingly; the re-
sult will be satisfactory, and will redound
to your credit and future business. You
will be asked often how to water hanging
baskets; tell them to let the hose run onto
them or on them until they are thoroughly
saturated, or even better, take them off
the veranda on to thegrass, where a good
and sufficient watering can be given, but
never let them be immersed in a tub for
ten or fifteen minutes in perhaps nearly
ice water. They are not aquatics, and
will rebel against this treatment by sim-
ply giving up the ghost.

Hydrangeas that were not forced for
Esster will soon be coming on in good
style. They will sell better about the end
of this month than at any other time. It
will pay you to select a number of the
best plants and put into 8, 9, or 10-inch
pots. You will get a much advanced
price over those starved in smaller pots,
and will be far more satisfactory to the
purchaser, who generally buys them for a
plant to stand on the stoop or veranda.
Hydrangeas are the grossest of all feeders,
and should have a rich soil and solid
potting.

Don't fret about your carnations being
planted out until the 15th of this month.
There is no time lost. Great big plants

are not desired; a medium sized, healthy
plant, is all you desire. Remember I am
only referring to the florists of this lati-
tude, but the same advice willextend over
a considerable latitude.

Don't neglect, before you sell out all
your stock, to plant out sufficient for
your own use. You ought to have the
best and healthiest of all if you wish to
perpetuate a good vigorous stock of all
kinds of bedding plants. Philosophers tell
us there is no real reason why a plant
should not be just as vigorous propagated
from a cutting tor many years as from a
seed. There is no time or place to enter
into that discussion in these notes, but
depend upon it, in common practice they
are wrong; and it behooves you to select
only the very healthiest individuals of a
variety or species if you wish to have that
species with you in a healthy state. Prop-
agation by cutting or layers is merely a
multiplication of the individual. Seed
alone can produce a true separate indi-
vidual by nature's way.

A Subscriber want to know how to rid
coleus of mealy bug. At this time of year,
when they will soon be all planted out,
good advice would be to get rid of all the
mealy bug stock, and in the fall procure
cuttings of absolutely clean plants, but if
that is not practicable, you can with skill-
ful syringing (while watering) rid them of
mealy bug. They can't put up with a
good cold bath applied with some force
from a hose. An emulsion of kerosene is
death to them, but coleus is very soft, and
the danger is you can hurt them while
you are killing the bugs. A quarter of a
pint of kerosene in a pint ot milk thor-
oughly stirred for a quarter of an hour
and then added to 3 gallons of water is a
cure for this pest. On cycads and palms
you can use this without any fear of in-
jury, but coleus are very soft.

The same Subscriber asks how he can
hold chrysanthemums in 4-inch pots.
There is no way of "holding" them; they
must be shifted into larger pots, planted
out on the benches, or the tops taken off
and rooted, and the old plants thrown
away. This is a good time to plant on
benches in the best of soil, those flowers
that you want extra fine results from.
For the main crop of flowers wait another
six weeks before planting, and for the ideal
market plant the first of June is plenty
of time to plant in on the benches. There
is a broad rule which will stand good in
chrysanthemum culture, which is, don't
let them get "hard wooded;" keep them
growing, and if you can't do this take off
thecuttingand throwtheold plantaway.

W. S.

The One Judge System.

Mr. Stewart is a little sarcastic — un-
necessarily so it seems to me — in answer-
ing my simple request for an explanation
as to how this system was un-American,
and he has after all devoted very few
words to the gist of the question. His
letter clearly shows that he has given the
subject very superficial consideration and
that he is simply defending an assertion
made at random. Perhaps this is hardly
a suitable place to enter into an argu-
ment to prove that the one judge system
is in perfect accord with the American
constitution, but I should be quite willing
to try and enlighten Mr. Stewart through
privatt correspondence if he — aBostonian
— is not above receiving light from a sim-
ple Canadian.

Mr. Stewart is giving Toronto too
much honor when he calls the one judge
system the "Toronto plan." If he will
turn up the American Florist of October

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JMay J a,

29, page 268, he will find there a letter
from Mr. W. T. Bell, of Franklin, Pa.,
strongly advocating this very system
and stating that thesecretary of a society
in that state had told him, "We adopted
the one judge plan several years ago and
find it far superior to the three or more
plan." It seems almost superfluous to
say that the system originated neither
with this society nor at Toronto.

I have a very strong impression that a
large proportion of those interested in
exhibitions in America had adopted the
"Toronto plan" before Mr. Bell's letter
was written or have done so since.

To come down to plain, practical ex-
perience— an ounce of it is worth a ton of
simple assertions supported only by sar-
castic inuendoes-I say thattheone judge
system has proved itself over and over
again to be more satisfactory to exhibi-
tors. It is all very well in theory to say
that the wisdom of three men must be
greater than the wisdom of one, but un-
fortunately for this theory — as in thecase
of many others — it is not a necessarv
sequence in practice that the judgment
of three men is any better nor indeed
always as good as the judgment of one.
And in the case of "duffers" (by which
term I mean men who do not thoroughly
understand the work in hand; I should
have remembered that it is notcustomary
in Boston society to use slang words) the
ignorance of two men will over-rule the
wisdom of one, and the ignorance of one
will often result in a compromise — not a
correct j udgment.

1 admit that the responsibility of the
one judge is great and it is necessary that
he be a thorough expert, but thanks to
the great advance horticulture has made
lately there are now plenty of good men
to be obtained who are willing to "face
the music" (more horrid slang) in the
interests of horticulture. A thorough ex-
pert will not be afraid to assume the
responsibility, but it will be better for his
own interests not to judge in his own
city.

Of coarse in the one judge system it is
not essential that the eame man should
judge everything in the show, there may
be one for plants, one for cut flowers and
another for designs, or one for everj- class
for the matter of that, but it is essential
that every ieclion should be judged by
one man.

I don't wish it to be understood that I
am defending the World's Fair system of
judging, which was a complicated combi-
nation of the one judge system and some
other system which it is doubtful if John
Boyd Thachcr himself understood. From
all I have Ijccn able to gather the exhib-
itors would have been better satisfied if
the latter part of the combination had
been left out altogether. I think that the
exhibitors in the classes judged by Mr.
Nicholson, of Kcw Gardens, will agree
that no three judges could have given
better judgments than he did, but were
the awards given according to his judg-
ments? I have had very little information
on this point and am not hinting at any
crooked work, but I say that it the one
judge syitem had liccn adoiitcd — in the
FloriculturnI Iirimrtmcnl at IcMBt — at the
World's I'air rxhibitors would have been
Vjctter pleased with the rrsults.

Mr. Stewart *n>s in his essay that this
is a subject which nil the Florists' Clubs
and Horticultural Si>cictirs should seri-
ously consider. I nm of opinion that
most it not all the clubs and societies
have already done no and that alter such
consideration the large mnjority of them
hove arrived at the conclusion that otic
judge gives more satiilaction to exhib-

itors generally than three. At any rate
until much more potent arguments than
Mr. Stewart has advanced the clubs and
societies may rest happy in the belief that
the one judge system properly carried out
is not un-American in principle, whatever
other faults it may possess.

A. H. EwiNG.
Toronto, May 5, 1894-.

Boston.

At the May meeting of the Gardeners'
and Florists' Club the announcement that
Mr. Wra. Scott of Buffalo would read a
paper before the club brought out a large
attendance, many of those present being
personally acquainted with the essayist
and all knowing him well through his in-
structive notes in the American Florist.

The routine business having been dis-
posed of. President Welch introduced Mr.
Scott, who was accorded a most flatter-
ing reception, and after a few introduc-
tory words proceeded to read his paper
on "Specialties in the Business," which
we present in full in another column. The
subject was calculated to excite consider-
able discussion on the various points
touched, and the announcement by the
President after the close of the lecture
that the essayist would now be pleased
to answer any questions which might be
propounded to him was the signal for a
regular battery of conundrums which
kept Mr. Scott busy for the next hour and
occasioned some pretty lively talking
from the floor.

Mr. M. H. Norton started the ball by
asking Mr. Scott whether he believed it
right for wholesale dealers to supply re-
tail orders, a subject upon which Mr.
Norton has had a grievance for lo, these
many years. Mr. Scott said that they
had only one wholesaler in Buffalo but
that if they found him touching retail
business they would barricade his door
and turn him out of the town. This reply
apparently gave extreme satisfaction to
Mr. Norton and his sympathizers, but a
counter suggestion by a member on the
floor as to the just deserts of a retailer
who would seek to do wholesale trade or
who ignoring the wholesaler should se-
cure supplies from private gardeners, ap-
parently frightened the hen off the nest
and the matter was dropped abruptly.

Mr. Warren Fwell then asked Mr. Scott's
opinion regarding the sale of plants at
auction. Mr. Scott replied that he had
been once of the opinion that the auction
business was deleterious to the trade at
large but he had changed his opinion and
now believes this to be a useful medium
for the disposition of stock and one that
should be upheld. Mr. Winfried Kolkcr
who was present agreed with the speaker
and advocated the auction as the best
means for the disposition of fall bulbs.
He Iwlieved th;it it would be well if this
method should take the place of the pres-
ent system of soliciting advance orders in
spring, provided high grade bulbs were
thus handled and an effort made to dis-
abuse buyers of the impiessioii now ex-
isting th.-it the auction is onlv used to un-
load over-stocked or inferior goorlg.

Jackson l)awHon took exieptioM to the
views exprcHHcd by tliecHBayisl f)n the
Buljcct o( HiK-ciiilties and inquired where
the all-round gardeners would come from
to produce the elegant jilants found in
fine private collections if all the young
men were to confine their efforts to the
mastery of a Hingle B|Kii(ilty. To which
Mr. Scott responded thai tlicrcis not one
private |)lace in Hufliiio extensive enough
to emi)loy one first-class gardener, and
Sam. Coleman with characteristic blunt-

ness remarked that the best inducement
offered to a young privategardener to-day
is that he may hope to earn coachman's
wages.

Mr. Dawson next sprung the question
as to the wisdom of the importation of
plants that can be grown in this country
and incidentally referred to the injury
done to the trade by the selling of imported
stock such as budded roses, etc., by the
dry goods bouses at starvation prices.
The general opinion on this subject
seemed to be that there is in this country
every requisite of climate, soil, etc., for
the production of all plants and bulbs
needed by the American trade but that
the great drawback in American competi-
tion with the foreign producer lies in the
cost of labor.

A motion offered by Mr. Hatch thank-
ing Mr. Scott "for his patience and kind-
ness in listening to all they had got to
say" was adopted. The American Florist
Co. was also thanked for the gift of a
ropy of the Directory of florists, nursery-
men and seedsmen.

Resolutions of respect to the memory
of the late M. A. Hunt and extending the
sympathy of ihe club to his bereaved fam-
ily were unanimously adopted. In ac-
cordance with the new program the club
will not meet again until September.

The pansies at D. Zirngiebel's are well
worth a visit this spring. They are finer,
if possible, than ever before. Each season
seems to develop urighter colors and new
combinations. Mr. Zirngiebel buys the
finest seed he can procure, constantly,
and if anything superior is found in them
the new blood isintroducedintohisstock,
and this together with incessant care is
the secret of his success. The extra fancy
strains are so finely bred, however, that
anyone buying them for bedding out pur-
poses will be disappointed in the results.
They must have protection from wind
and weather, but they fully repay any
care that can possibly be bestowed upon
them.

The cut flower trade has been about as
dull as it could be since May came in. All
kinds of stock are very plentiful. Outdoor
flowers are considerablj' ahead of the
average blooming time and it will take
some steady cold weather to hold back
the usual Decoration Day reliables for
that occasion.

The Public Garden is gay with hya-
cinths, tulips and narcissi and pansies,
daisies and myosotis are now at their
best. The slopes of the Back Bay Fens
are bright with wild violets and ground
phloxes and great masses of forsythias
and spiraeas make a glorious show.

A sad accident occurred on Saturday at
the residence of Prof. Watson at the Bus-
sev Institute whereby a girl of 19, em-
])lopc(l as a domestic, lost her life. Her
clothing took fire from a match ■vhile she
was lighting the gas and she was fatally
burned before help reached her.

J. C. Ilovey, ilic seedsman, well known
as the son ot the late P. Brown Ilovey, of
the old firm of Ilovey &Co.,dic(l on May
1 alter a long illness, lie was a member
of the Mass. Horticultural Society and
has served on several of its import ait
committees.

Visiting HoRton: J. A. I'rascr, repre-
senting Wm. llngcmann, Phil.idclphia; S.
Skidelski, for F. Kaufmann, I'liila.; 11. S.
Van Waverin, for Se-gers Bros., Holland;
Wm. Scott, liuff.ilo; (). J. Dorn, Svracuic ;
Winfried Kolkcr, New York; Hurt Hddy,
Chicago,

The May exhibition of the Massacliu-
BcltH Horticultural Society w.'is held in
their hall Saturday, May .'"itli, and brought
out a very beautiful display of plantsand

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flowers. Calceolarias were shown by
John L. Gardner, D. F. Roy, gardener to
E. S. Converse, and W. F. Gregory. The
plants were very fine, the former captur-
ing the first prize for the best six plants
and Mr. Roy first for specimen. Messrs.
Norton Bros, showed two large hand-
some plants of Hydrangea Otaksa and a
beautiful plant of Dendrobium thyrsiflo-
rum. Tulips and narcissus were exhibited
by John L. Gardner, R. & J. Farquhar
& Co. and Bussey Institution and the lat-
ter also made a fine display of ixias and
flowering shrubs. John L. Gardener also
made a display of stove and greenhouse
plants containing three very fine ericas,
Cavendishi, tincta alba, and magnifica.
Denys Zirnigiebel and Joseph S. Fay made
displays of pansies, the former taking
both first and second premiums.

The collections of wild flowers made by
George H. Grinnell, Mrs. P. D. Richards,
Eleanor and Mollie Doran, and Mary E.
Loud, contained many rare specimens
and attracted a great deal of attention,
as did the displays of cut flowers shown
by Francis Brown Hayes, Mrs. E. M.
Gill and Mrs. A. D. Wood. Two beauti-
ful vases of carnations Nicholson and
Ada Byron were shown by Wm. Nichol-
son. Jackson Dawson exhibited two new
beautiful shrubs, Prunus spinosus fl. pi.
and Spiraea angusta which were awarded
first-class certificates of merit. The latter
is a valuable acquisition, very early, per-
fectly hardy and superior in foliage and
flower to Spiraa Thunbergii.

Andy.

Anybody at all familiar with Horticult-
ural Hall in Boston knows Andy, who
has been a faithful andobligingattendant
there for the past twenty years and has
made himself as indispensable almost as
the building itself. Andy's full name is
Anthony Riley. He was born a slave on
the plantation of Robert E. Lee, in Vir-
ginia. It is quite interesting and amusing
as well to hear him relate how when in
camp with General Lee in 1862 he sloped
off at night with one of the General's best
horses and made tracks for the Union
Army. Andy lacks but a few months of
being sixty years old although he does
not look it. He is brim full of fun and a
great favorite with the boys, for whom
he is always ready to go any length to do
a service.

Philadelphia.

The first auction sale of the big four,
Messrs. Harris, Craig, Burton and Lons-
dale, will be held at August Rolker &
Sons' rooms in New York the coming
week. The stock to be offered is first-
class in every respect, and no doubt the
returns will be found very satisfactory.
These gentlemen have established a repu-
tation by the excellent stock sent to pre-
vious sales that always insures them a
good class of bidders, willing to pay re-
munerative prices.

Those who make a specialty of bedding
plants are now very busy; their houses
are full of spring stock which is in most
cases in perfect condition. Jacob Becker
of 53d and Market has a very fine stock
of pot roses, all marketable and in very
fine condition. All the roses that are
forced for cut flowers during the early fall
and winter are potted up about the mid-
dle of January and after being kept cool
for a month or so are then given more
heat and when the time for planting ar-
rives they are in fine condition and better
than dormant stock of thesame kind pot-
ted up in the fall. His stock this season

consisted of over 25,000 plants in 5 to
7-inch pots. Prices for this stock run
from $3 to $6 per dozen. Geo. Uber of
55th, near Woodland avenue, is very
strong in geraniums and his 6-inch stock
is the best we have ever seen. They are
a good size, carrying from 3 to 6 large
flowers and a lot of buds. Most of the
geraniums for this market are grown in
4-inch pots and sell for from $7 to $8 per
hundred. Some of the smaller growers
sell their own product four for a quarter.

MAJOR DOMO OF HORTICULTURAL
HALL, BOSTON.

We imagine it would take a magnifying
glass to find the profits.

About 15 years ago the first organiza-
tion of the trade grew out of an effort of
the growers to fix the wholesale price of
4-inch pot geraniums at $10 per hun-
dred. They could not be grown for less,
at least this was the opinion at that time,
and we believe that there has never been
a meeting so numerously attended by
members of the trade in this city before or
since. It was an honest effort to estab-
lish a small margin of profit on a very
staple plant, but it failed, and for years
$8 per hundred has been the price. Those
grown in 5-inch pots bring $10 to $12
per hundred, and 6-inch stock sells for
from $16 to $20. Verbenas, petunias
and all small flowering bedding plants
bring from $3.50 to $4 per hundred, and
the same may be said to be the price for
coleus, alternanthera and all such plants
for carpet work, although the latter class
have been sold out of 2 or 2io-inch pots
as low as $2.50 to $3 by the thousand
lots. Griffen Brothers of Frankford have
a very fine lot of bedding plants and one
of the best in variety. The retail store
men do not do much in plants, as at the
very small margin the street dealers seem
to be willing to take there is little or no
profit when those that go to waste are
counted up.

The cut flower business is falling ofl
very rapidly, last week being remarkably
dull. Prices of flowers have dropped in
consequence and stock of almost all kinds
can be had in quantity at the buyer's
price. Outside valley is now in and while
it lasts the priceof this flower will be low.
Sweet peas are very abundant and carna-
tions can be bought for $5 or even less
pel thousand, the fancies being $2.

The fakirs have had a busy week, giv-
ing a goodly portion of their stands and
baskets to lilac, which has been both
plentiful and fine. Violets, both culti-
vated and native, are done.

The smaller tea roses are now to be had
for from $1.50 to $3 per hundred, the
larger stock, such as La France, Mermet,
Bride, etc., bringing $3 to $5. All large
quantity lots go at from one-half to two-
tbirds less. Beauties are fine and the best
sell for $3; Jacqs, $12 to $15.

The last meeting of the Florists' Club
was well attended and all listened with
great interest to Mr. J. Westcott's re-
marks on how best to entertain the visit-
ors next summer. There is one thing cer-
tain— that anyone who attends the con-
vention will be made to feel glad he came.
If half of the good things materialize
that are promised for the meeting at At-
lantic City next August, those who stay
at home will never forgive themselves.

Appropriate resolutions were adopted
on the death of Mr. M. A. Hunt, whose
untimely death called forth deep expres-
sions of sorrow and sympathy for his
family:

There is a plan on foot to enlarge the
membership of the club by having an
associate membership composed of oth-
ers than those engaged in the trade.
Quite a number of persons have applied
for admission who were refused on ac-
count of a clause in the constitution
which says that members must be closely
identified with the business, must either
be florists or dealers in florists' supplies.
The new members are to enjoy all the
privileges of the club room, but are to
have no voice in the management. K.

New York.

There is an excessive supply of flowers
and trade continues very dull. Roses are
still overstocked but there are indications
that the supply will soon decrease, and
much of the stock shows the weakening
effect of the hot weather. A few good
ones bring a fair price but the balance
has to be sold very cheap by thethousand.
Jacqs when good are in fair demand but
large hybrids and American Beauty sell
poorly.

Carnations are very plentiful. White
and the extra fancy varieties are the only
kinds for which there is any call. Sweet
peas, with the exception of the white ones,
are getting plentiful and the prices are
down. For novelties there are a fewcorn
flowers and white and purplecampanulas
coming in which sell well because they
are few. Some splendid Cattleya Mossia?
and Lselia purpurata are to be had.
These come from Julius Poehrs.

Wagon loads of outdoorlilac, Narcissus
poeticus and lily of the valley are coming
in every morning and these with apple
blossoms and other outdoor bloom serve
to make the florists' windows attractive
with but small expense. Violets, tulips
and daffodils have come to the end of
their engagement and will appear no
more until next fall.

Many of the clerks in the wholesale
places where many roses are handled have
taken to wearing kid gloves at their

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May 10^

■work. This is not an indication of any
new development of dudeism but is done
as a precaution against sore fingers.
There appears to be an unusual amount
of that trouble this spring, resultingfrom
thorn pricks and aggravated as many
believe bv some of the preparations used
on the plants by the growers as fertilizers
or insecticides.

There have been numerous recent
changes of business locations. F. D. Hun-
ter has moved across 30th street and his
address will hereafter be No. 55. Millang
Bros, have given up their store on 2Sth
street and will henceforth make their
headquarters at the 34-th street flower
market, where they have fitted up a fine
establishment with large refrigerators
and other conveniences, and the rooms
will hereafter be open all day. It is un-
derstood that H. W. Baylis will soon
move from his Broadway location to the
store on 28th street vacated by Millang
Bros. Mr. Dick Young has given up his
venture on Sixth avenue and his smiling
countenance may now be seen as of yore
at the 30th street establishment of his
brother John.

But the most notable business change
has been the abandonment by "George
the Greek" of his Broadway store. He
found that something besides a mere store
on Broadway is necessarj- to catch the
fashionable trade of the tenderloin dis-
trict, and that street fakir methods are
not acceptable outside of certain neigh-
borhoods. Much solicitude was expressed
by thinking people at the time of Mr.
Preamus' bold break lest it might be the
entering wedge which would in time in-
juriouslv effect and break down the dig-
nity and standing of the florist business,
and it is with much satisfaction that they
see the dangerous attempt abandoned.

Ernst Asmus was taken with a severe
attack of fishing rod fever last week. On
his return from the trout brooks of Dutch-
ess county he will doubtless be feeling
much better.

I. Forsterman has been in poor health
this spring and contemplates a trip to
Europe in a short time.

The C. F. Wendcroth, formerly of Ave-
nue C, mentioned in our last issue, isinno
way related to Fred B. Wendcroth, with
Ed. Jansen.

Buffalo.

Your correspondent has been away in
the Ixrautiful city of Boston this past
week and has scarcely had time to ask the I
fraternity what they arc doing. There
are no biK parties or hightoned weddings
f;oing, of that I am sure, and business
can \x called only fair. Outside flowers
begin to cut a prominent figure in the '
•tore* and market. Koscs are lieginning
to show the usual decrease in size and the
carnations arc plentiful but not as good
in quality as they were two months ago.
Good violets arc'slill coming in plentifully
from Corfu and other villages in Genesee
couatj.

Plant trade wexm% to be opening up
early this year and the uninfljrmcd arc
ready to buy gcrnniunis and other tender
plants for their garden until warned b^_
the conscientious HufTiilo flurisl that "ilis
not yet safe for n week or two."

The HufTalo Park flower gardening will
I hear be n great improvement on former
years. They liiive h;nl plenty of timeiind
plenty of strxrk to get up a good collection
and this year |»crhn|Mi the flower l)cd» will
compare favorably with those of other
cities. Flower gardening, while |>erliiips
not an nljsolutc necessity in a public jmrk
like oan, is almost an essential, especially

to please a class of citizens who compose
the great majority of our people, and
whose limited education does not allow
them to see as much beauty in a well
assorted group of flowering shrubs as in
abed of scarlet geraniums. It is just as
proper to cater to this large innocent
class as it is to be produce features which
can only be enjoyed by the favored few
whose 'fast nag speed'ing on beautiful
driveways allows them to see the whole
park system in a day. If artistic flower
gardening is attempted in our parks on
any scale it should be well done or en-
tirely left alone or it is only a reproach to
the management. Ragged beds of mari-
golds,zinnias and other annuals are hardly
good enough to satisfy even the unedu-
cated taste. The park greenhouses,
situated at West Seneca close to the city
line, are well taken care of by Mr. Simp-
son, who is a thorough all round gar-
dener.

The Botanic Garden is now an assured
fact and while road making and other
heavy work will be pushed to completion
a good deal will be done before fall
toward getting the garden under way. A
large collection cannot be got together in
a day but this is the beginning of what
some day may be one of Buflfalo's best
known institutions. It will gratify all
his many friends here, as well as the hun-
dreds in the profession in other parfs of
the country, to know that Professorjohn
F. Cowell has received the appointment
of superintendent or director of the
Botanic Garden. It would have been im-
possible to find a more suitable man for
the place even if the continent had been
searched. Mr. Cowell is a thorough
botanist and has the advantage of an
early horticultural training in New Eng-
land. His knowledge is not confined to
hardy trees or shrubs, neither is it limited
to florists' flowers or aquatics or grasses
or orchids or palms. He loves and
knows them all.

Among the visitors this past week was
that very lively youn^ man Mr. J.
Blaauw,of Boskoop. Hejumpsroundyou
so lively that the first thing you know he
has a good sized order.

I have just parted with a gentleman
from Bristol, England, Mr. j. Henshaw,
a brother of the well known Samuel Hen-
shaw. Mr. H. is making a flying visit
through the county and seems impressed
with its size if nothing else. He had yet
to see the Falls and Chicago.

I should be ungrateful were I not to
acknowledge the great hospitality ex-
tended to me by half a dozen of the shin-
ing lights of Boston last week. It is truly
the hub in many ways. I did not taste a
bean there, but 1 had been there before.
Talk about a park system. When that
gets completed our other big cities will
have to get a big move on them or they
will l>e very much in the rear. The dis-
play of tulips and other bulbous flowers
in the public gardens is beyond belief and
the first cost of them would beggar the
entire park fund of some smaller cities.

At the regular meeting of the Buffalo
Florists' Club resolutions were a<lopted
i cxpresning great sorrow by the members
on the death of Mr. Myron A. Hunt.
Many mcmlH-rH that knew him pirHonall^
spoke most feelingly, and coiiBidered his
death a national loss. W. S.

Chicago.

Last Saturday Governor Altgeld issued
an order removing President Waller of
the Board of Commissioners of Lincoln
Park. The order, which was printed in
full by the daily press, was a long, windy
document, in line with the Governor's
previous effusions of the same sort. If
any evidence were needed of his entire
ignorance of park aflairs this letter would
be more than sufficient. He again an-
nounces his intention to force the appoint-
ment to thesuperintendency of an engineer
rather than a horticulturist. As soon as
he has appointed a successor to Mr. Wal-
ler (he has already appointed the suc-
cessors of Messrs. Heuer and Kirk") the
board will of course reorganize and as
each new appointee has undoubtedly
accepted under pledge to carry out the
governor's ideas, one of its first actions
will of course be the appointment of an
"engineer" as superintendent. That this
party will be a "political engineer," as
one of the dailies puts it, there can be lit-
tle doubt. The power of the governor is
absolute under the law and there seems
to be no hope for the park until his term
of office expires two years hence. He has
also got the affairs of the West Park
Board into a similar unpleasant condi-
tion. The South Park Commissioners
fortunately cannot be interfered with as
they are appointed by the judges of the
superior court, and not by the governor.
The market last weekdidn'tshowmuch
improvement. Although the glut of stock
was not quite so great, prices showed
little improvement. Assorted roses in
quantities still went as low as $15 per
1000, but selected grades were a little
more settled. Meteor and La France
brought $3, Mermets, Brides, Perles,
Duchess and Woottons $2. A few fine
Testouts are sent in, selling at $5 to $6.
Beauties have the field again to them-
selves in the larger class of roses, hybrids
being all out out; the latter, however,
seemed to have but little aflect on the
market at any time. The popularity of
the Beauty has carried it through the
entire season without a break in prices.
First-class, long stemmed stock still
brings from $2.50 to $3 per dozen.

Carnations have stiflened up again,
good commons selling at 75 cents; dis-
budded, extra fine, selling at from $1 to
$1.50; and fancy sorts going as high as
$2.50. Some very fine Buttercups are
noted at present. Daybreak isstill good,
l)ut somewhat paler in color. Outdoor
grown vallcv is coming in in large quan-
tities but scfls very slow at $1. There is
little or no demand for outdoor grown
tulips, (laffs, narcissus, etc. Even Parrot
tulips, which have always been great
favorites with flower buyers, find little
demand.

Retail men report a very quiet business.
M. Enders, of llavclock, had an urgent
call to leave the city. Numerous creditors
who hold unsettled accounts against Mr.
F.nders to the .-iniount of $3,500 would
like know his whereabouts.

Mr. P. Koster, of Koster & Co., Bos-
koop, Holland, was a recent visitor.

Ci.sciN.sATi.— On May 5 the new mayor
was installerl in office anrl the floral de-
signs prcsfiiled by his many friciidH made
trade brisk for a while. The retiring
nifiyor was also bountifully rememlK-red
which was equally accejitable to the flo-
rists.

Baltimore.

The cut flowertrade is decreasing daily,
but the sales of jilants are increasing in
inverse proportion and the poor florist
man still manages to keep his head .-iboyc
water in spite of the fact that an armful
of lilacs can be bought in market for five
cents, that almost every drug and dry
goods store has its box of flower seed,
and some their plant counter also, and

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by no means least the fact that here and
there a wealthy amateur puts his sur-
plus bloom on the market when it be-
comes plenty "just to keep it from going
to waste, you know." If "There's a
sweet little cherub that sits up aloft to
keep watch forthe lifeof poor Jack" there
must surely be another to care for the
dealer and worker in the houses of glass,
else why dn things turn out so fortu-
nately? The hardest times occur during
the mildest winter; the dull season is
when expenses are lightest; the amateur
competitor appears when the season is
nearly over; and so on through the list.

The season is well advanced here; some
little bedding out, mostly of geraniums,
is being done, and most shade trees are in
full leaf.

A walk through the establishment of
one of our pioneer florists, Mr. Jas. Pent-
land, recently proved that there is still a
camellia man in the trade, for the hun-
dreds, yes thousands of camellias at his
place embrace apparently every desirable
variety known, and though the season is
practically over yet enough bloom was
to be seen here and there to call forth in-
teresting talks from Mr. P. as he passed
along. The stock of roses and miscella-
neous plants was in fine condition, but
the camellias predominated -

Now comes the time for the club mem-
bers to experiment with red spider. There
has been some sharp debates on the little
vagabond and once or twice the red insect
was about as provocative of belligerency
as a red fl=^g is popularly supposed to be.
One member at a recent meeting said: "I
believe they are scavengers and feed on
excrement from the leaves. No plant in
perfect health will have them. They only
appear when the pores of the leaves have
been closed, and the work they do is to
remove the dirt, or, if the plant is in a
condition to become very sick, defoliate
it, and give it a period of rest in which to
recuperate." It is needless to say that
such a radical view drew the fire of sev-
eral critics instanter, and a most interest-
ing and amusing debate followed, in the
course of which it appeared that spider
had been seen by members out of doors on
such vigorous subjects as tree box and
large lindens, with no apparent excuse
for their presence except dry weather and
near by greenhouses.

Mr. M. A. Hantske has left the store,
1614 N. Charles street.

Roses are very plentiful and cheap, but
off in quality. Valley and all outside stuff
is in more or less of a glut. Sweet peas
plentiful at one and a half cents.

Mack.

A Palm Leaf Blight.

Specimens of a palm leaf disease have
been received from a large erower of or-
namental plants with the statement that
much damage was being done to his stock.
The leaves and particularly the upper
portions lose their greeu color and take
on a gray appearance soon to be followed
by small dark pimples. These pimples are
quite evenly distributed and bear innum-
erable spores. A photograph was taken
of a portion of one of these leaves at the
same time enlarging the parts six times.
The accompanying engraving made from
the photograph therefore shows the leal
and the pimples upon it equally magnified.
By means of this an idea is obtained of
the great number of the spore-bearing
spots, and their quite uniform distribu-
tion.

It of course follows that an infested leaf
like this should be removed and burned,
for there is no cure lor it, and it only

serves to propagate the parasite. It
might be said in passing that if gardeners
and crop growers generally could see
through the microscope the enemies of
their plants they would be all the more
anxious to eradicate them.

Palm growers sometimes cut off the
foliage of their plants below the blighted
parts, but not cutting far enough below
the line of disease it again appears so that
palms are often seen with leaves half cut
away and yet not free from the blight. This
experience only teaches that the fungus is
quite widely distributed within the plant,
and is feeding in the apparently healthy
tissue before observed from the outside.

The fungus in question is a member of
the genus Phyllosticta and belongs there-
fore to a group of parasites widely known
for their destructive tendencies. They
may be held in check by using the stand-
ard fungicides provided they aretmployed
in time. Byron D. Halsted.

N.J. Exp. Station, New Brunswick, N.J.

Cleveland.

Owing to the tightness of money and
the continued labor troubles business has
been moving slowly this springin alllines
of trade and esptcially so in the florists.
We all hoped for things to brighten up
after Easter and make amends for the dull
winter that we passed through, but our
1 books show that the average business
done is below that of last year at this
time. Flowers were never offered at so
low a price, and the quality is first-class,
better than usual at this season of the
vear.

One of our wholesalers has opened a
large stand in the central market, where
they have an attractive display card
quoting "roses 35 cents per dozeu," and
the best roses at that. Is it any wonder
that there is complaint of the store men
on the avenue who buy from this same
party and pay three dollars per hundred
for the same class of roses?

J. M. Gasser has opened a branch store
at the East End where he is also offering his
surplus stock at lower prices than at his
down town store.

The Hollanders received the cold
shoulder in our city this spring, as none
of the bulb growers for the Cleveland
market made any money the past season,
indeed it is doubtful if they came out
even.

The Wamelink Bros, have the neatest
window display of all the florists. Chas.
Wagner is their efScient manager.

Mrs. Wilson, of Jennings avenue, had
the most elaborate decoration of the
season lately at the Hollenden. The oc-
casion was a banquet given by the Board
of Trade.

We all think the illustrations in the
American Florist of the flowers sent to
the funeral of M. A. Hunt as near perfect
as it is possible to make them, and think
it is deserving of a compliment.

L. F. D.

Reoo^ Rofeid.

Texarkana, Ark. — A severe hail storm
on April 30 did much damage to the
greenhouses and stock of M. S. Stegall.

Louisville, Ky. — A effort will be made
to arrange for a chrysanthemum show
here this fall but date is not yet decided
upon.

Hartford City, Ind.— S. Humfeld and
Wm. Worner have gone into business here
at 18 West Main street, using the title
Hartford City Floral Co.

St. Joseph, Mo. — Mr. and Mrs. L. J.
Stuppy suffered a sad loss in the death of
their youngest child, a bright boy of five
years; burial took place May 3.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa.— W. Waterhouse
has just contracted with the Moninger
Company, of Chicago, to put up two 100-
foot greenhouses with the short span to
the south.

Louisville, Ky.— Cut flower business
has been dull for some time but is picking
up again . There is an abundance of roses
and other flowers. The greenhouses and
plants of the late A. Lauer were sold at
auction May 8.

NickerSon, Kans.— We are having rain
in showers about 12 to 14 hours apart
and all vegetation is in a flourishing con-
dition. We could not have arranged it
better if we had been able to turn the
water on and off at pleasure.

Marion, O.— Easter trade was as good
as could be expected. Cut flowers sold
out clean, mostly in small orders. The
trade in plants was fair, those offered at
25 cents or less selling best. It was dif-
ficult to find customers for fine azaleas,
genistas or lilies, even at much reduced
rates.

Van Wert, 0.— The Woodland Green-
houses have been purchased by a new
firm, Wagoner & Wagoner, who have
named the place "Van Wert Greenhouses."
They start with about 18,000 feet of
glass. A. J. Wagoner, manager. Will
grow fancy cut flowers for wholesale
market.

Iowa City, Iowa.— A terrible hail storm
struck this town the afternoon of May 5
and did much damage. Jas. Aldous &Co.
lost about$1500 inglass and plants. The
hail averaged about the size of walnuts,
and some were three inches in diameter.
In some cases the hail punched holes in
tin roofs. In places the hail lay on the
ground three inches deep.

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Nyack, X. Y. — The greenhouses of
Jacob Mendel have been leased for a term
of years to Messrs. GustaveRummlerand
Conrad Walz. Both gentlemen are ex-
pert florists, and for many years held im-
portant positions in Minneapolis, Minn.,
where they are well known and have
many friends who wish them success.

Parkersdurg, W. Va. — Trade has been
brisk here ever since March and the out-
look is excellent for a good spring busi-
ness. The excellent address delivered bv
Mr. .\dolph Hiehle, the florist, at the
organization of the State Horticultural
Society recently, has been printed in full
by a local paper. Mr. Hiehle made an
earnest plea lor unity and thoroughness
in 'he work of extending the bene6cial in-
fluences of horticulture throughout the
state. The address was so well received
and appreciated that he was afterward
elected president of the new society.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

AdTerUsementa under this head will be Inserted at
4be rate of lu cenia a line (seven worda) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
•dmJttad ooder this bead.

s

ITL'ATION \VANTE1>-By youni: lunn. a»:f -T,. as
aAslstant In RreeDhouses. Koferem-L's.

Box *'*'>. Maywood. 111.

SITUATION WANTED— By youiiK woman to leam
fceneral Kreenhouse work; Wisconsin or nelgbbor-
Idk states preferred. Addre^sa

Miss Miuiam Jewett. Sparta, Wis.

SITfATIOX WAXTED-By a married man. Oer
man, Ufge 27, at a private or c<jmmerulal place.

Address \l. Kl-EISMIKAIEU,

care J. M. Keller, Bay llldge. L. I.. N. Y.

SITUATION WANTED— Ab working foreman on
commercial place, well up In f^rowtng roses, carna-
tions and Keneral florist stock; age 'Si, married. Good
references- state wokos- Address

J H. care American Florist. ChlcaRO.

SITUATION WANTEI>-By crjmpetent tlorlst and
(tanlener. well posted, tingle nmn open for en-
inuiement. Full particulars In answer must t>e Klven.
Address W B K.

WiSprinKiiurdcn St.. I'hiladelplila, Pa.

SITUATION WANTED-By arHt-< liixf* .liHlj^ner. ulwJ
•mWWiiii Ui make lilmMelf useful In ^ri.-ciilioiise If
peocssary ; hinKle man of .'W; ll^•<t^■lnM^* rt-ferences.
Will work for moderate i-alary If Ht*^'utly place. Ad-
4lress C W, cure Aiuorlcan Florist.

SITUATION WANTEi>-TolakccharKe. by a slnnle
O man; life experience: a tine ffn>wer of roses, car-
paUooa. Tlolets. and plants Aln<j mtikmtf up. (iood
KfereiKses as t<> uMllty and moral criarartcr. State
wairea, etc. FI-okiht. IZ* N. Clark St.. Clilcaifo.

SITUATH'N WANTEO Bt landscapi'Konlfner with
lAn'l-4--ai)«- architect or In public park. Has had
ImrKu experif'noe In Kurrjiie. (:an dr^w anil desltfn
plans and carry out work. Aflilress il B.

care Atn Flonni. Eastern onice. 'iT Bromtleld St..
Boston. Masfi.

SITl ATION WANTKIi
.V. jr<-nr* '•' ■- '•■ "•■ ■
Country. ii»
verwi) Inn

Woul'l llki_--:- .1

lnformntt<

By a ifanli-niT and llr^rlst:
i(M-rH;ni-«: hi ycurs In thih
r or rnnnitifiT: thor<iiiuhly

AlfMi In iniisliDHtm culture.
^ <if the enKlerii ntAti's. V'tiT
pllWM* udOn*SS fiAKHKNKII.

an; Wti) J Stewart. '* Bronitlehl nt , lUjHUin, .Mass,

^N

AN'I Kit "mall ht medium n1/e refrtifenitor; ulwi
ir I'f .'ilf re«'t of ^1 Inrh ifnlviiril/edor tdiiek pl|Mv
I'--ij-i( n.\\t lion, 1, llox M. ( <'«lnr Kill in low II

\t'AN'rKh An experienced miiri to propnuatu and
* V irrow ralai(firuciit<*ck. Including nHw.-stno blrximi,
on«* wh^f ran olrerrt help: niusl Im.> terniKinile,

Wmintkk Bito- . Ilnmilton. i int

\»'A.nTKI> a ko-aI all round
»* ramallona and rhrynanthe
marvtrt. wajtf^ f^-'i wUli iM*ar>l.
Apply '• O JoHVKo.N. KInitst"

man to j^row roM*«.
murnn iind plnniM inr
hxluWiu and wuxiilr.tf
iti ( tfiiiirt'.. (iiniidn

ll'A.STKIi In
TT an ariirit p.i «

cut ri'rwcra wild '. .
tAUlni^M Hut lltili- '.r M'. • ,i\Mt
WllITK .V ll<

■ tie<l floMkt huRlnefM.
(•rrien^-fl In ifntwlntf
iMT and Btlenttve to
I ri<'julr«*«|
H on. I'nducah. Kf

of >.

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and '
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iindemiandN
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WANTKO AT iiNr-K Worfcl
ff Inir f"*' • rnrnnlN.ii" nii-1

A 0004 pIS'-

uu forf'Tnnn. luT forrv
TNl iii'K'k Must
■ man prerem**!
"« atallnK wnKm

'ftonifahela. I*a.

T\TANTEI>-A PARTXER-Tojolnme Krowlnsand
TT selllnn native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade alroafly well established and yrowlnt'. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for tlie business, and free from bad habits.
Some cnpitiU needed. Guaranteed u Hrst-class open
In^' for the right man.

Wii.FHEi) A. BKOTnEUTox. Rochester. Mich.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large second-hand florist's Ice
Box, value about f75. Vacghan's Seed Stoke.
SS State Street. Chicago.

FOR SALE— 2 large Bav Trees, round heads. 7 feet
broad, 12 to U feet high. Shown at World's Fair.
VAroiiAN's Seed Stoiu: Chicago.

FOR SALE OR RENT— My place at Bowraanvllle.
Ki.UlXt feel of glass, steam beat, plenty of stock,
(iood chance for man with a little money.

Wm. JACtjl'ES. Bowmanville. IH-

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
Class florists Refrli^erator. Used at World's Fair.
Co8t325U. Vai-(;uan's Ski;i> Stoke.

m; & 148 West Wiishlngtou St.. Chicago.

FOR SALE-Subject to removal, or to rent as they
stand, three greenhouses; good business: popula-
tion 1-*.U00: steam heat.cltv water, electrlccars. Reason
other business. Walter Helms. Janesvllle, Wis.

FOR RENT- Aflrstclasscomraerclol place In suburb
of Chicago, containing IS.OtX) square feet of glass,
well stocked with best varieties of forcing roses. Ad-
dress Rentek.

care Olsen & Hughes. W> Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

IpOR SALE— The stock and good will of a paying
" florist business In a thriving Maryland town. Lo-
cation exceptionally good. Rare chance for a good
man with a small amount of capital. For particulars
address Hekak]>. care American Florist.

FOR SALE AT A BARGAlN-3 greenhouses 52x11
ft., with or without stock. Heated by Hltchlngs
boiler: good established trade of 1.^ years: 2^ acres of
good ground. Will sell houses for SiOO and lease
ground, or will sell all. Address

Geo. F. Mooke, Milton, Ind.

FOR SALE— At less than cost, itreenhouses of S.;MX)
feet of glass: all In good repair; houses filled
with cut flower, vegetable and bedding plants. Big
trade: no opposition; big vegetable plant trade. Rea-
sons for selling other business

J. C. LeFevke, Paxton, HI.

FOR SALE OR TO LET-In Seacaucus. N. .1. (best
location), lU minutes from R. R. station. Electric
cars puss place. One acre with flne residence ctmtuln-
Ing 10 roums and good cellar, 7 greenlutvises. bam.
well, cisterns, and large stock In got)d condition. Kt l.> U.
cosh Ri.ulXl. The place could also be rented by party
purehoslng stock. Also adjoining acre of good
ground. Mils. C. Tuomas.

SeacaucuB. N. .1.

f^ofi. s.a.Xj:ex.

Ala bargain, the best retail florist placed store and
greeiihoUKCMi In the city and doing » good business;
poor lieiiHIi reaMon for selling, h'or further particulars
address 11. F. Halle. &4s w. Madison St.. Chicago.

tWU) Lizzie McTowans. 3000 from 2-lnch iwts. f2.00 per
lUl, and ;iO(m well rooted cuttings. Jl.OO per lUU.
Cash with order or C. o. 1).
.IA>IKS (JIAI'K. NorriHtowii. Fu.

Houses engaged In the sal(> of Cape Flowers, Silk-
Balls. Pampas, etc.. address oflers to A DOLF
I'AUK, first and largest Exp<)rt<'rof Frenliund Dried
Flowers. Editor (»f the Austrian-Hungarian ( in rderu'rs
.lournal, Vienna. Austria, liabsburger <;aMHe No. IJ.

i^oi^ «i.A.]:^Tc.

Wanted. . . .

A Competent Rose and Carnation
Krowerfor commercial place. Must be
a (irst-class propagator. Good salary
to ri^lit man. Must have (irst-class
retercnces, and be in Denver by June i.
Address, stilling \v3i;cs re^iuired,

P. O. BoK 149, Danvar, Colorado.

"MUST SELL"

to make room. Y<jun(; roses, strong, 2;^-
inch Urides, Mermets, La Krance, Albany,
I'crles, Woottons, at 3c.: J!25 00 per looo.
Sniilax plants, ready to plant, 2c. Cash

with order

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO.. Sprlngni-ld. III.

MAMAN GOGHET.

The best Tea Rose ot the importation
of '93. In color it is on the style of Cath-
erine Mermet but deeper and the bud more
beautiful, of e.xtra large size, strong grower
and perfectly free from mildew — a superb

rose. PRICE:

5 inch pots ? 5 00 per doz.

4 iucli pots. ..... 20.riO per 1(0.

3-itich pots 18 00 per 100.

2J.-iu. pots 1.5.00 per ItO.

AirCasli with the order.

jOHciv cook:,

318 N. Charles Street, BALTIMORE, MD.

Rose Plants.

K. A. Victoria, 2i,-inch . . 85.00 per 100

Meteor, 2>4-inch. -1.00 per 100

Bride, 2^-iDch. .S.50 per 100

Bridesmaid, 2J^-inch, $5, 3-iuch, 8.00 per 100
Strong:, thnftv plants.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

Brides, Mermets, Perles, Cusins, Hoste, Watte-
ville, Gontier, Meteor and La France, at S4.C0 per
100. Bridesmaid and Beauty, at 86.00 per 100.
Strongly rooted Beauty cuttings, at $100 per 100.

Special prices on quantity. Let me price your
lists. Cash with order,

ROBERT F. TESSON.
Weal Forest Park, ST. I.OIIS. MO.

OUR

TRADE

DIRECTORY

AND

REFERENCE

BOOK

FOR

1894

IS

NOW

READY.

PRICE

$2.00.

AMERICAN

FLORIST

COMPANY,

v. {). Drawer US\,
CHICAGO.

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969

I have a fine stock of these two money makers, in 2^-inch pots, in splendid
sliipping condition. Get your stock from the Rose King of the West. 1 won
1st on these two Roses at the great World's Fair Chrysanthemum Show in compe-
tition with most of the leading rose growers of America. Also 1st for both at
Indianapolis. Testout, |6.co per 100. Victoria, $5.00 per 100. Also all the lead-

___ ing varieties of Chrysanthemums, J3.00 per 100. Centaurea gymnocarpa, large,

2}4-\nch pots, 83.00 per 100. Basket plants, ^3.00 and $4.00 per 100. Cash must accompany all orders.

-vv. -w. coXj^is, x£.<=>iE.<=>ns<=>, xrs'xsx.A.rs'.A..

Nme. C. Testout
K. A. Victoria.

2 GENT ROSE.S.

200,000 from 2' 2-inch pots, at
$20 per 1000; $2.50 per 100.

STRICTLY OUR SELECTION. %^r^

50,000 from 4-inch pots, at
$50 per 1000; $6 per 100.

VARIETIES IN STOCK.

HYBRIDS— M. Baumann, Black Prince, Al-
fred Colomb, F. De Lesseps, De Graw,
DufFerin, Edinburgh, Holmes, Giant of
Battles, Lefebvre, Lyonnaise, Prince
Arthur, E. Verdier, E. Fuerst.

HYBRID TEAS— Weilshott, Meteor, Pink
Kover, La France, White La France,
Albany, Wootton.

TEAS— Bravy, Gontier, Golden Gate, Mer-
met. Brides, Passot, President, Rubens,
Anna Ollivier, Perle, Sunset, Schwarz,
Watteville, Hoste, Salviati, Safrano,
Waban.

CLIMBERS— Baltimore Belle, Seven Sisters,
Tennessee Belle, Gustave Gossard, Mar-
echal Niel, Solfaterre, Devoniensis, La-
marque, Perle, Richardson.

Also Queen's Scarlet, Soupert, Chatelard,
Pernet, Kuster, Mignonette and other
varieties.

Quality of stock guaranteed. Personal inspection

invited. Send for quotation on your own selection.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

MpOOlOSESTiis

In prime condition for planting ont or repotting
Young stuck full of vigor. We name a few sorts;

Perfe. Sunset. H. M. Stanley. Golden (iate. Victor
Hugo. Bniwnlow, Ct«sse. de Labarthe, Knieger, J. B.
Varrnne. Nlveus. Mme. Camllle. Homer. Aurora. A.
Chrietophle. Bon SHene. Coquette de Lyon. J.
Schwartz. Salviati Souv.de F. Gaulln.Souv.de Pernet.
Striped, White and Pink La France. Bride, Mermet.
Christine de None, Mme. Pierre Gulllot. Meteor. Her^
mosa, Queen's Scarlet. M. Niel. Lamarque. Solfaterre,
EuphroHyne, Dijon. E. Pradel. Reve d'Or, Lady Wash-
ington. W. A. Richardson, Relne Olga. Paqueretle,
Mignonette. C. Brunner. Mrs. Degraw. Kmpress
Eugenie, Boaanquet, and dozens of other good sorts.

Above assortment, not In excess of anyone sort,J:i.OO
per 100: KiU.OO per \W(..

HYBRID PKRPETL'ALS: Anna de Dlesbach,
Magna Cluirta. Waltham. Glolre de Margottln. J.
Hopper. I>. de Morny. Ulrlch Brunner. PaulNoyron,
Glolre Ijyonnalse, Oscar Lamarque.Countess of Oxford,
Mme. Chas. Wood, (.'has. Lefebvre. Dlnsmore, Caroline
Goodrlcli H. Schulthcls. J-a Relne. Earl of Pembroke
Dr. Andry, etc., etc. Price. $4 per 1(jU: $40 per lOOO.

CLIMBERS: Bait. Belle. Prairie Queen. Tennessee
Belle. Ja.ru per 100: jC^.OO per 1000.

A big stock of bedding plants. Write for quotations.

Address NANZ &. NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

Mentl<jn American Fiortsi

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of young rose plants out of
2)4 and 4-inch pots. Mermets, Brides, La
France, Perles and Bridesmaids. App'y

GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Glenville. Cuyahoga Co.. Ohio.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manetti Stock. ofTer the best re-
Bults to the tlorlat, blooming freely and giving plenty of
cuttings for propagating quickly. Fine plants for sale
by tlie lOU or luOO. at low rates.
Price Lists to applicants. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston), MASS.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

YOUNG ROSES.

We offer a limited quantity of the following varieties:

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-inch pots.

Perles in 2-inch pots.

Mermets in 2-inch pots.

La France in 2-inch pots.

Albany in 2-inch pots.

BASSETT & WASHBURN, Hinsdale, Ills.

One Hundred Thousand Forcing Roses.

No. 1, clean stock. Especially grown lor benching. Out of 2%-\nc\\ pots,

at panic prices.

Catherine Mermet, extra strong
White La France, extra stiong

Meteor, e^tra strong

The Bride, strong,

Niphetos, strong

Per 100 Per 1000
, . 82.50 $20.00

3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00

2.5.00
25.00
25.00
25.00
35.00

American Beauty, fine . . .

C. Soupert, strong. 3 00

M. Niel, extra 3.00

Gen. Jacqueminot, very fine . . 4.00

All other mixed Teas, our) 250

selection, very fine plants, /

Per 100 Per 1000
. 6.00 50.00

Perle des Jardins, fine 4.00

All kinds of Bedding stuff way down for Cash.

25.00
2.5.00
25.00

20.00

FINE ROSE PLANTS.

I have for sale the following extra fine rose plants :

Meteors, - - 2>^ and 3-inch pots
K. A. Victoria, - 2K and 3-inch pots
U. Brunner, - 2% and 3-inch pots
Mrs. J. Laing, - 2^ and 3-inch pots
Baroness Rothschild, - 3-inch pots
JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill P. 0., PhiladelDhia, Pa.

Per 100.

Am. Beauties, $6 00
Testout, - 6 00
Meteors, - - 3 50

Bx'ides, -
La France,
Mermets,

Special discount on our Beauties on orders of 500 or over.

REIN BERG BROS., 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.

Per 100.

$3 50
3 50
3 50

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSftlHTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MftY, Summit, New Jersey.

Cusins, Beauties,
Niphetos. Testouts,
Iia France, Mermets,

Brides. Bridesmaids,
Perles. Met-^ors. Hostea,
From 2, 3 and 4-ln. pots.

A.ic,re^«sf^or<,uotnuoo|^^j^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for Chas. Macintosh & Co., Kngland. Inventors of Vulcanized India Rubber.
Extra strong ereenhouse hose to withstand lilgh pressure. »4-ln.. :i-ply. 15c. per foot In IM feet lengths.

SHOULD HAVE
OUR TRADE

970

1 '^HE A MER I CA N FlORIST.

A lay J o,

ifLlillE /AlMJESJ^i^lS lFlL©l51!§1f

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch, Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts. 6 times. 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

Tbe Adrertlstoe Department of the American
Florist Is for Florists. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines ONLY. Please to
rememt)e it.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach usby Mondayto secure
Insertion in the issue tor the followlnf; Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago,

L. K. — "Double" callas are not very ra re.
We have made numerous notes of such
abnormal flowers in past issues of the
Florist. Flowers have been sent us with
as many as three spathes.

The report of the Missouri Botanical
Garden for 1S93, recently received by us,
contains copious information of the gar-
den itself, in addition to scientific papers
by Prof. Trelease and others. Those
planting for effect will find the tables giv-
ing time and duration of flower and folia-
tion of a variety of outdoor plants ex-
tremely suggestive.

Do YOU WANT the census statistics re-
garding the florist, nursery and seed
trades? You will find them in our trade
directory and reference book ior 189-t.
Price $2.00.

You CAN never invest $2 to better ad-
vantage than in a copy of our trade
directory and reference book.

NOTICE.
Chicago Flower Exchange

At a special mctrting of the Stockholders of thi-
Chicago Cut Flower Exchange, held at No. -J'l
Lake Street. Saturday morninf!, April 2K(h. it vih'^
resolved to discoatinuc the btisines-s. All persons
having claims against the Chicago Cut Flower
Exchange are requested to present same at once,
and thofic indebted to said Kxcfiange are requested
to make payment without dt-lay to

QEO. KLEHM, S«c*y,

69 Wabash Avenue. CHICaOO.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
-^1 '^^Tcal >f mail >V'v-«3.,

Hoom 3.

CHICAGO.

'me poAimraoim: nimn
fill S/rnoviCRS

w mm

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for COT
Flowers,

froro hf-sTT. Mnrillln HihhI. Mtmwtmur'l Hltli>-
t>«'<1 not [in/ki-t I'D In n crntf

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson ft Clinton Sta.. OHIOAOO.

'I r r i:fif<iM: .Main i'x^

H. L SUNDERBRUCH, ^

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets.

dlioli&iicatl, O.

REMOVAL NOTICE.

This is to inform our friends and patrons that on and
after May ist, '94, we will be located at

59 WABASH AVENUE, M Floor, CHICAGO,

where we will be pleased to see you. We are now as were
before prepared to fill all orders with good stock and prompt
shipment. Come and visit our new quarters when you are in
the city.

We remain yours,

NILES CENTER FLORAL GO.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Fiu.11. Hitis 4508. 64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill yonr orders witli First-Class Plowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING, "".TuV"

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KANUS.

CUX STRINGS B TO 12 FEET LONG, so CTS.

lipped Id large or Hniall quantities to any part of the country. Orders by mall, te]
ti or telephone.

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN.

Iiaurel and Green Festooning', Wreaths, Etc.
SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

.SlICCKSSOIt TO

PE6K & SUTHERLAND.

Successors lo WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^^
67 Bromfield St, BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

/^02 PINE STREET,

— — *f«t. I^ouIm, Ado.

o. A.. i«:xjE^ii:iv,

(Siirroii»>ir to KI.I.IHON « Kl KIIN),

^:*=8 WHOLESALE »=e:H|f

lliiii ^■IUH: BTI4ICJCT,

Mt. I^OCllA, JVIo.
A eomplat* lln* or WIr* Uadsus.

Wholesale
Florists

13th & Chestnut Sts.
PHILADELPHIA.

Mrnll'iM .Xiijcrli'MM I'liirlnl.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

X>I>iIncloIiJ>Iil«, Fa.

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

495 Wnshinqton St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.
Hiiin-i\(. <nti)hit.H ("Aitr.rii.i.v A im:.mikij to.
OTIIKK .srK<'IAI,TIK.S:

rifirlHtH* Nti|i|ill«>H, Wire ncHlf^iiH, Hulhfi,
I.oiik'h FliirUtn I'liotoKrapliHiNouhirKu ml.
<'ntiil(iKiH'f». I.IhIh. TiTiim. vie, fui iiiipllmitton.
Mijntlun American Klorlm,

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The American Florist.

971

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 c£ 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
OHIOA.GO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and TLOBISTS' SUPPLIES.

Telephoue Main 466,

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

35 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
:$5.0U and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT.

Wholesale Plorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUIiBS AND Alili

FI.OBISTS' SUFFI^IES.

Western Agent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A.L.RANDALL,

WHoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

PHONE Main 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

5/ WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. C»ICA.G-0.

MONS. Olsen.

Horace li. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4TS(). Consignments Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,

METS, '^^"'^^^ -^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES, ^^ ^O^C^ VASES.

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICOLTDRAL AOCTIONIERS.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©VVfiofe/^afe MarfeeCii.

Cut Flowers.

NEW YORK. May 6.

Roses. Perle. Cusln.Wattevllle 1.00® 4.00

Meteor, Mermet, Bride 1.00® 4.00

Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00

■■ Testout 2.U0® 5.00

•■ Beauty i.Om-M.m

" Hybrids 2.00®20.00

■■ Jacqs 6.00®15.0U

Camatlons 1 00® S.UO

Harrisll 60® '2 60

Valley 100® '2.00

Daffodils 3.U0® 3.00

Sweet peas ■]=& 1-OU

Mignonette 2.00® 4.00

Marguerites ,--S!!?„=S

gmllax lo.00®25.00

Asparagus 35.00®50.00

Adlantum 100

BOSTON. May 5.

Roses, Nlphetos, Gontler 2.00® 4.00

Perie, Sunset 3.00® 4.00

Bride, Mermet ^■V.'-'S.

■' Jacqs B.00®lo.00

•• Brunner 10.00®10.00

Camatlons ^M® ^TS

Uly of the valley, daftodlls 3-28® i S2

AstUbe 1-00® 2.00

Mignonette -■*® sSS

Sweetpeas *-00

Adlantum ,„ nn,»iom

Smllax "*'*®^S?

Asparagus • 50.00

Primroses, per bunch 12c

PHILADELPHIA. May 5.

Roses, Perle, Gontler. Nlphetos 2.00® 3.00

Cusln, Wattevllle, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 3.00® 6.00

Kalserln. Bridesmaid, Testout "-(Ji® "-O"

Belle. Beauty 10.00®26.00

•• Jacqs 10.00®15.00

Carnations, fancy 2.00® 3.00

good ordinary lo® 1.25

Valley .. l.Oo® 3.00

Yellow' daisies J-OJi® 1 50

Mignonette J,S4m

Asparagus ^•,'Si'?m

Harrisll lilies ^■"?® 'j-^,

Sweetpeas ^''®,J,-ffl

Cattleyas „ ,m^Sm

Orchids -^^ffi-ffi

gmllax 16.00@'.'0.00

CHICAGO, May 8.

Roses, Meteor. ]La France 300

Mermet. Bride, Perle 2.0J

Wootton. Duchess f.-OO

Testout 5.00® b.uu

■• Beauty. 18.C0®25.00

good ordinary J15.00 per 1000

Camatlons '°® .Vs!

fancies , ^-50

Valley, outdoor ; 1-^

Harrisll , „,„ fOC

Sweet peas '•'*'®,5-2i

Smllax 1500

Asparagus JO.w

CINCINNATI. May 5.

Roses, Beauty ISi}!®^ iS

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 4.00

La France ''■OO

■• Perle™... 2 00® 3.00

Camatlons 1.00® 3.00

short •/=

Callas. Harrisll nn^ ? S^

Sweetpeas 1-00® 1-25

Valley 200®,30»

Smilax 13-00

Adlantum J^'TT,

Asparagus 50. Ut

BUFFALO. May 7.

Roses, Beauties 'U'Siif ?5!fi

■■ Jacqs 80U®12.00

Mermet. Bride 4.00® b.OO

" Meteor 4.00® 8.00

" Gontler, Perie Hoste 3.00® 5.00

•• rusin 3.00® D.OO

Callas. Uurrisll 8.0O®lC.0O

Camatlons, long „ 1.50

Daybreak and Wm. Scott 1.50® 2.(X)

short ■'i^

Valley „ 3W

Violets 60.® .16

Tulips. Daffodils 2.0O® 3.00

Romans _.„ tSS

Sweet peas io@ l.uu

Mignonette, 1.00® 2.00

Smilax ! 16.00®20.00

Adlantum ei*59

Asparagus 50.00

BURNS & RfWNOR'S

SPECIALTIES;

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pi r ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

After Easier Weddings,

PURE WHITE LILAC

Seasonable, Choice, Appropriate.

ALSO ALL OTHER DESIRABLE
STOCK.

CAN SUPPLY IN ANY QUANTITY
DESIRED.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr., Kl^'

20 W. 24th Street, NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDAN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. MEW YORK.

THE DIRECTORY

For ISO^

IS NOW REflDy.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164.

CHICAGO.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IH

Cut « Flowers.

B1 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th Street.

NE\Ar YORK CITY.

Established 1879

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

17 WEST 2BTH STREET,

BRANCH: Cut Flower Exchange, 408 E. 34th Street.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street. HEW YORK,

WH0LE8RLE FLORIST.

Careful s:»»ipplnpr **> ^^l parts of the country
i'rice list on application,

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,

NearTremont St.j

BOSTON, MASS.

972

The a mer i ca .v Fl orist.

Max 10,

^Re geeS Uracje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BCBPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Don, secretary and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New York. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane, at Toronto. Oni.

Mr. .\lfred I'nger, of L. Boehmer &
Co., Yokohama, Japan, failed May 4- for
San Francisco, on a business trip through
the U. S.

The Farmer Seed Co. have removed
from West Van Buren street, Chicago to
Faribault, Minn., where they have just
erected a three story warehouse with all
the conveniences for handling farm seed
and potatoes. Their extensive trade in
northern grown seeds with the western
farmers seemed to demand this charge.

Lilies from Bermuda.

^Ye learn from a letter addressed to a
Philadelphia gentleman by one of the
Bermuda growers who shipped flowers
here for Easter, that "The experiment is
not likely to be tried again for the reason
that it does not pay." Our correspond-
ent adds that in the recent shipments the
receipts did not pay the expenses.

Tobacco Stems as a Fertilizer.

Has any reader of the Florist ever used
tobacco stems as a fertilizer? If so, how
were they used, and what were the re-
sults? Market gardeners here use them
to some extent. We would like to know
the results of using them as a fertilizer for
florists' plants. Salter Bros.

Rochester, N. Y.

Minneapolis, Minn.

The park board has contracted for bed-
ding plants for this season's planting at
the following rates pei 100: Coleus and
alternanthera $1 to $1.75, thyme $2,
geraniums of standard varieties in 4-inch
pots $4 to $5, fuchsias in 4 inch pots $,">,
cannaR of blooming varieties with four
leaves $.5, pyrethrums in 4inch pots $4,
pansies Tocenis to $l,echcveriaB$1.50to
$2. Pricesofothcrplantsare equally low.

The (|uc8tion arises whether plants can
Ije prohtably grown for such prices. If
not, what is the sense of competing for
the business? W. K.

Do vou WA.sra list of firms in the trade
that issue catalogues, with key showing
proportion of space given each branch of
the trade in anmc? You will find such a
list in our trade dirictorv and reference
Ixjok for \^'.H. Price 52.00.

PRICES LOWER ON

Ikilbs I Plants

OF STANDARD QU/*LITY.
Vtir i titiil<i(("''> )(il<lrt "M

C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTER

:: ( ,.< ml, « >-ii|>. M\\ \ oitK.

Tuberose Bulbs.

"i ', , \'r%r '.lit imT i»t'»Ck W tliirr mjIIIIiI tltllllll

Dwarf Pearl, 2d Si/e 5oc per lOO; J! J per 1000

ni Si7« Vjc per 100.
Variegated leaved, 1st si/e, |i.2S per lOO;

$10 00 prr 1I)<jO.

KItnWN A C WViy.l.lt. H|irliiKllrlil, 111.

Alway?. mention the American Ro-
rist when writing to advertisers.

(SiiKUMouip IIai.i. Xvk.se!;y Co.)

No. 427-0 S,\NsoME Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

IIE.MIQIWRTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST

TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

Auj x»,i>v Bull,. |_||_Y BULBS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, ETC.

Write for special contract prices.

ElBtaV>ll>Iiecl X830.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN.

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCING BULBS.
"Wholesale In^porters should -write us for Prices.

OUU Ni:\V TIS.VDK LIST NOW KKADY.

OF

JOHN SPEELMAN

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS.

(46 ACRES IN cutTivATiOM ) S ASSE N H E I M . HOLLAND.

BCKS toailvisc liis Anicricin customers tliat 1h' will cull iipoii thfiii at an early date and asks that orders
Ik- rescr\'cd untd lie has called. 1 shall be in America tdl May 1.5, and iin to that date corrcsi>ondcuce
aridresscd to j r> l-( hm »• ■=> I£ tC 1^ nA >N. IV . care of KNAUTH, NACHOD & KUHNE. 6 South
William SIreel.'NEW YORK, will hav.- prompt attention

SUMMER DEUIVERy.

IKT.KSIAS. I, II,. l,4>N(iIFI,(>-
itl.M, t:AI.I.AS, «iKM <'AI,I.AS,
AH1AKVI.I.IS, CAI.IKOKNIA
Itn.lIS, ltrf>tllii-iiH. ('alf>t'liortuti,
|-rllllliirluM, TKKI'; I'-KItN .STKM.S, mill Aug-
Intilllll rill III SrtMlx. Send fciniur N KW I'Klc'l! IjlHT.

HulsoQoscli Broiticrs,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Wc arc now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next .Inly, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

HLLSEHOSCH HWOS.,

68 WoHt Street, NEW YORK CITY.

Alter Ma) I. '94. addreai will be ENGLEWOOD. N I.

200 Niphrto* K<«r., 'jn Inclicn hiRli JKI IPO per Kill.

Ikiuvnrdinn. rfwitrd cntHnKB. ft vafft. Jl ■<)

lllur l.olx-limi, fur l)n»kcl«, rcndy to lilooni, 12.00

per l(»
Vril.»-niii r- 'f> per W>. V.xlTH fine colon.

Wilt** (or li*t itntl low priteH,

McCREA & COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

H. H. BERGER & CO..

Esl.iblished 1878. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

; HHKH.MANN'S SKEl) STOKE i

I 11 ;i lOiiHi :miii .str<-<>t, I

I Near IxiliK iBliind Kerry. NKW VOKK. {

<'<iiiilili'ti> Stuck ol'

A I K.MiH.tiiHliI*' I'rlei-H I

K I.IS'I- IIIK.K ON AI'I'l.MATIoN

You will bcnetit the American Flo-
rist by mentioning it every time you
write an advertiser i" thuw columns.

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The American Florist.

973

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, DAFFODILS,

And all other bulbs for forcing and outdoor, in very fine quality, at very low rates.

References as to the quality of our Bulbs, to nearly all the leading
Bulb Importers in the United States.

If any of our friends have not received a copy of our Catalogue for 1894,

should write for one at once.

Please ORDER ON RECEIPT of our Catalogue.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

lvISSE>, near Haarlem, ia.iy\^\^^^^^^D.

Primula Obconica and Moonvines.

Doz. 100

Primula Obconica, floe young stock $ .50 $3.00

Moonvines. white and blue 50 4.00

Achllleatl.pl tiO 4.00

Alyssum Tom Thumb, variegated & white. .40 3.00

Ageratum, white and blue 40 3.00

Aloysla cltiiodora 60

A bull Ion, our selection 50 4.00

Alternantheras. from tlats (per 1000 J15) 25 2.00

Begonias. Argentea Guttata 4U 3 CO

Metalllca 40 3.00

Llstrl ur Diadem eo 4.00

Balm, variegated. 40

€alla Little Gem, 3-Inch 1.2.^ 10.00

3-Inch 1.50 12.00

4-lnch 2.50 20.00

Centaurea Gymnocarpa 40 3.00

■Carnations, our selection 50 4,00

Oestrum Parqul m 6.00

Coleus, our selection 40 2.50

named 50 3. CO

ChryBanthemums. our selection 40 3.00

Cuphea. 2vurletle8 ... 40 3.00

Chten(tatemma hlsplda 40 3.00

ClsBUs Discolor. 2-Inch 75

■Cannaa. our selection l.OO G.OO

('hlnese Matrimony Vine. 1 year 1.25

Dahlias, dry roots, our selection l.OU 6. 00

Daisies. Marguerite, white 50 4.00

English. Snow Crest .75

Fuchsias, our selection 40 3.00

Trailing Queen 1.00 a.CO

<5eranlums. our selection .SO 3.00

Ivy leaved, our selection 50 3 00

" •' L'Elegant 75

Olechoma Hederacea var 50 4.00

Hydrangea. 3 varieties. 2}^ Inch 5U 4.00

panlculata grand., 2 ft. branched 1.50 12.00

Hoya 50 4.00

Heliotrope 50 4.00

Musk Plant, double 1.25

Manettla Vine 50 3.00

Wounvine. white and blue 50 4.00

NHslurtlum Cardinal Prince tiO 4.00

Primula Obconica 50 3 00

Pelargoniums, mixed unnamed 50 3 00

Polntederla, Water Hyacinth 1.00

Smila.x 40 2.50

Vlnca. iHnch 1.00 8.00

Verbenap. 40 3.00

Violets. Double Russian 85

I. N. KRAMER & SON. Cedar Rapids. Iowa.

'- = — -Ti

PLANTS! BULBS!

Everything nppertalninf to tho Farm
and Gartlon of the best and choicest
quaUty. PRICES RIGHT,

Catalogue on application.

WEEBER & DON.
114- Chambers St.. New Yohk City.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertisers.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

«S.A.«S:SEMVHEM»(i:,

HOIvt, A.jvr» ,

GROWERS OF

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale Importers.

Mention American Florist.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES
IN CULTIVATION.
Fine pot plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings. $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000.

Packed light, and satisfaction guaranteed. Send for circular. . . .

We are the largest growers of Verbenas In the country. Our sales reaching last year
215,500. Our plants this year fully equal, if not surpass, any we have ever grown.

100,000 VERBENAS.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

Nmv rijKiv, Irnm L'-lnch Pots, stronj: plants,
price. S1.6U per ilozen; JLUOO per liundreil.

DAII.I,EDOUZB BBOS., Flatbush. L. I.. N. Y.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

CYCLBMEN SEEDS,

European straiu.

LILIES OF THE VALLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.

FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants.

122 E. 23rd Street. NEW TORK.

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and

Bulbs, we will sell it for you

Menlton American Florist.

GflTflLOGUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . HARKISBURG, PA.

Mention American Florist.

974

The American Florist

May 10.

St. Louis.

The market trade in plants has im-
proved daring the past week, prices re-
maining about the same. In cut flowers
there has been a falling off in demand;
several days towards the end of the week
can be characterized as very dull. Good
long stemmed Beauties have been whole-
saling all the way from 15 to 25 cents,
and other stock in proportion. The
shipping still continues good and prom-
ises to continue so during the remainder
of the season; this branch of trade is ex-
pected to hold its own with last season's
sales.

The Director and Board of Trustees of
the Missouri Botanical Gardens have de-
cided to erect a greenhouse 90x20 feet,
equal span, running east and west, for
the growing of stove and greenhouse
plants; it is to be divided into sections by
partitions, and so piped that any desired
temperature can be carried in the various
sections independent of each other. The
construction is to be modern in everv re-
spect, and the contract has been awarded
to the firm of Thompson, Anderson &
Kennedy, the house to be finished by
July 1st.

Mr. Dunford, since his return from the
East, has secured a tract of land embrac-
ing 24. acres, at Lackland Station, St.
Louis county, and will shortly commence
the erection of a 250 foot house for the
growing of cut roses for the wholesale
trade.

In speaking to President Jordan of the
Hail Association regarding the position
of that body in reference to the death of
its treasurer, he stated that there was
nothing in the constitution and by-laws
that would provide for the appointment
of a successor. He has had therefore to
fall upon general custom, which provides
and allows the highest official of a soci-
ety to fill vacancies, and after consulta-
tion with several prominent members has
appointed Mr. Esler treasurer until a
BucccMor to Mr. Hunt be elected. In the
meantime the assessment that has been
ordered paid can be forwarded cither to
Mr. Jordan or Mr. Eslcr, who will receipt
for same. R. p. T.

In the April 15 issue of Gardening,
Chicago, appears an excellent article on
greenhouse building, giving a very full
and complete description of the F. R
Ficrson Co's. range of modern houses at
Scarborough, N. Y. The illustrations in-
clude a general view of the range, plan of
same, a section of one of the houses and
detail drawings showing construction of
the benches and the new method of join-
ing the glass at the caves.

Do you WANT a complete alphabetical
list of carnations incommcrcein America,
with name of introducer, date of intro-
duction nnrl brief, accurate description of
each? Vou will find such a list in our
trade directs rv and reference book for
1894. Price $2.00.

TllK New York Recorder of April l."".
printii (in illuitrntrd article descriptive of
violet growing as carried on by Chns.
Withingtrjn at Kingston, N. J.

MARIE LOUISE, perleclly free from

'li^<-j c per lOrX), IS.OO.

PANSIES, choice strain, in bloom,

per lOfifi, 11500.

JOHN P. TONNER. Mont Clair, III.

McnlloH Amaricao Klorlat.

ENTIRE STOCK OF PLANTS FOR SALE.

The stock of plants of Charles A. Reeser, Florist, Springfield,

Ohio, is now offered for sale, in large or small lots

as the purchaser may desire.

100,000 ROSES, new and rare sorts, our selection of varieties,
25,000 GERANIUMS,
25,000 BEGONIAS,
25,000 CHRYSANTHEMUMS "
200,000 Miscellaneous Bedding Plants, a choice assortment,

A liberal discount given on large orders. Prices given on
any stock desired. Catalogue on application.

$20.00 per 1000
20.00 "
20.00 "
20,00 "
20.00 "

ADDRESS

CHARLES A. REESER,

THE BEST

CHRYSANTHEMUM

We have ever sent out is our Novelty
for 1894, named

PITCHER &MANDA (1500)

Any Florist when he sees It thlw lull In bloom, if he
has not a stock of It will regret he did not procure It.
It Is of tine habit, free grower and stout stem; flowers
very larne, of Kreut substance and laaihiK qualities.
Color pure canary yellow with tlie e.\ceptlon of the
i»uter Hvo or six rows of petals which are pure white.
The halo and soft btendluK Is most pieusUiK and effect-
ive, and those wlio saw It in Idoom last senson rcKordert
It as the most beautiful variety In our collection. It
was awarded four flrst prizes and ceriitlcates of merit.
As we had but a few blooms of It we wore unable to
exhibit It except in a very limited way. The price ut
which It IsolTered Is a Kreat break In this direction and
in lino with the general policy uf the present manage-
ment to oITer only stock of the hiKhest quality and at
the lowest price. It will pruve one of the most valua-
ble Florist and Exhibition flowers ever Intnuluced.
We recommend It without reserve as the Kreat^st
Novelty of IKJU. and those who have not already secured
a sttK'k of It should not fall to do so at once, as this
variety Is sure to meet with (jreat favor. It has not
been weakened by overpropoKation by us this season,
and nice plants will be dfllvoreil.

Price. 35c. each: $3.50 per doz.: $25 per 100.

PITCHER 6l MANDA,

UNITEiy STATES NURSERIES,

SHORT HILLS, N. J.

R00TEDCUTI1NG8

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12kindsbyexpress..$4.O0perlOO0
ALTERNANTHKRA P. Major and
Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

<'\SII WITH OKItKK.

S. O. STREBY.

Lock Hoi 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

20,000 Bouvardias,

two varieties, in 2^-inch pots, at
f "Ki per KKi; |;25 'O per IfKK),

PLANTS. PerlOO

Altemantheras, P. major. Aurea nana, Tricolor

(Rosea nana). Versicolor , . 2.50

Plumbago, Capensis and Alba 4.00

Lady Larpenl's 4 00

Perennial Phlox, flee aeuorted |6.00and 4.00

Achillea "The Pearl" 4.00

Be^ronlas, assorted; Lantanas, assorted 4.U0

Fuchsias, ass t K.OOand 4.00

Abutilons, assorted... 4.00

Echeverla Extensa Klot>osa, 3 to ti Inches across,

per doxen. $1.00.

Mexican Primrose 3.00

Lady WashiuKton Geranium 6.00

AchiTanthus. assorted 8.00

ColeuB. assorted 82.00 and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

" Schizopetalus 6.00

Anthericum plctiiratum per dozen, 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted, i^-ln. pots 4.00
Silver Leaf Geraniums. 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalis, Ort^desI 4.00

Dahlias, named, our selection . 6.00

French Cannas, named, our selection, dry roots.. 6.00

French Cannas, unnamed 3.00

potted 10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladlum, flne mixed ti.OO

named 8.00

Trade list on application.

ROBT. S. BROWN & SON8.
Box m. KANSAS CITY, MO.

^ S o E CO

X Q -^ r J
O ^u-.

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CO

513 .a^ **

.«j a C • "
^' S - " y — ;

UHLMANN

<S. HAISCH.

MK.MFIIIN. TK.NN.

CAnilACKniid TOMATO PLANTS, slroilg, J2.00

per loon

nUIlACIl N(i. f) STRAWnKRRY. fi.W per 1000.
I'HI'PKR. $l.fiO per 100.
i;C.C. IT, ANTS. «J 00 per 100.

Ci;i,MRY PLANTS, renilv Mnv 10, J'J.OO per 10(X).
MIXIU) CANNAS, fiOO per K)0.
BONNER SPRINGS NURSERIES,
IIONNKK .SI-ICINii.1, K.\NS.

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.00.
AMERICAN FLORIST CO.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

975

CARNATIONS.

Portia, Darling. Dorner, at 81.2.5 per 100; $10.00

per 1000.
Daybreak and Fdua Craig at $2.00 per 100.
Annie Pixley and Helen Keller at $10 per 100;

25 for $3.00.

COLEUS.

Fiue assortment, clean cuttings, at 75c. per
100 or 30.00 per 1000.

2OO3OOO SMILAX

Ready May 15th and after, at $6.00 per 1000,
or 7oc. per 100. An honest sample for 10c.

Cash with the order or C. O. D.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

4 NEW GflRNflTIGNS

UNCLE JOHN, white, THE STUART, scarlet;

E. A. WOOD, pink variegated;

GOLDFINCH, yellow edged pink.

$10.00 per too: $75.00 per 1000. Ready April 1st.

Get our 1893 varieties from Headquarters. We
have extra fine stock of Wm. ?cott. (the most profit-
able pink carnation grown): Mme. Diaz Albenlnl,
Bllz. Keynoida, Richmond, and all the others otour set.

Do not forget to order some Major Bonnaflon. the
most perfect Yellow Chrysanthemum ever Introduced
for show as well as market purposes.
Send for price list.

F. DORNER & SON, La Fayette, Ind.
MONEY=GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and Firsts
Class in every way.

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Craig:
Albertini
Daybreak
Cartledge
McGowan
Portia

Note, before you order elsewhere, that
we oiler the above and twenty other good
varieties of Carnations, well established
in soil, ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery In April— at the price of cut-
tings from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

ALEX. McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

Mention American Florist.

SWEETBRIER

Received Ist Premium for "heat seedling of any color"

at Phlla., Nov. 7, '93. Color between

Daybreak and Wilder.

Flowers brought $5.00 per 100 wholesale, at J. K.

JYeeman's, Washington, last winter.

"I lllie Its color better than Daybreak."

Edwin Lonsdale,
"Sweetbrler is all that can be desired."

W. A. Manda.
Rooted cuttings. SIC.OO per 100; 180.00 per 1000. De-
livery to begin February 1, 'H4.

VIOLET LADY CAMPBELL.

ROOTED RUNNERS. KJ.OO per 100; $25.00 per 1000.
Send for price list.

KKNNKTT SQUARE, PA.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW KEA1>Y.

Wm. Scott, Edna Craig, Daybreak, Thos. cartledge.

Buttercup, McGowan. and many of the standard kinds.

Orders fllTed for the New varieties.

Stuart, Uncle .lohu, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, Annie l*ixley, Kouton d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced,
laargest Stock in the XTnited States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

KELLER

M

Without Doubt ^SSin"' "HELEN

Mr. J. T. Anthony, of Chicago, says:

'I like Helen; she is a good grower."

David Beam, Bala, Pa., declares that "it roots quicker than any other variety
that is put in the sand at the same time."

PRICE FOR WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS:

$3.00 per dozen; $12.00 per 100; $25.00 per 250; $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS MAT BE SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE, or

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, N. J.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

QUEENS, LOm ISLAND. •

Will have ready about May 20tli rooted cuttings as follows:

io,ooo WILLIAM SCOTT.
io,ooo DIAZ ALBERTINI.

5,ooo McGOWAN.

i,ooo THOMAS CARTLEDGE.

5,ooo PORTIA.
Daybreak sold out. ^^"^^^^^

CARNATIONS

Sr" VERBENAS,

Rooted Cuttings or Plants.

New French Cannas; Chrys. Geo. S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia Trailing Queen; and many
other fine Novelties.

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

VICK & HILU

»»»-»»» >ROCHESTEIt, N. T.

^™ JACQUEMINOT

iB endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
MOkE sA.^IPIjK.S— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. I'er dozen. $2.U0: per lUO. $1U.00; per 1000.
JSO.OO. 260 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLIS, Norfolk Co., niA.SS.

HEALTHY CARNATION CUTTINGS.

FerlOOTransp'd

UlSZE'S WHITE Sil.OO SI. 25

McGOWAN 1.50 2.00

ANNA WEBB 1,50 2,00

LAMBOUN and WILDER I.M)

PORTIA 1.60

PORTIA. In pots 2.00

AURORA, In pots 2.50

No Rust

J. T. DeWITT. Bristol, Pa.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
for price list.
JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

Do you WANT detailed information about
the organization and workings of the va-
rious national trade organizations? You
will find what you want in our trade di-
rectory and reference book for 1894.
Price $2.00.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for shipment from July to September.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum, ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album, Etc.

Iris Ksempferi, in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias. Pseonies, Tree Ferns. Raphis. C)'cas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to So each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address QEQRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

Wm. Scott.
Daybreak.
Tidal Wave.

GEO.

These and all the leading
varieties, including The
Stuart, Uncle John, Gold-
finch, Helen Keller, etc.,

ready for immediate de-
livery. Send for prices.

HANCOCK & SON,
. . . (^irand Haven, Ulich.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

Write for list and prices. I'rlces to suit the times.
STRONG SMILAX, from 2>s-lnch pots, $3.00 per

100; Kd.OU per lOOO.
PANSIES, from cold frame, first size, EM. 00 per 1000;

second size, flS.OO per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, FIshklll, N. Y.

Please mention the American Florist
every time yon write to an advertiser.

971)

The American Florist.

Max 10^

Toronto.

There is very little news concerning the
horticultural world to be got hold of
these days. Spring is such a short season
in this country. In the old country there
are three or four months in which to do
the work that has to be rushed through
in less than two here and it is possible for
gardeners to chat with their fellow
tradesmen now and then, but in Canada
at this season it is nothing but work,
work, work. There is plenty of time for
chatting in the winter however.

The weather still keeps fine and mild
with an occasional shower and vegeta-
tion is about two weeks ahead of last
year.

The Toronto Gardeners' and Florists'
-Association desires to return thanks to
the American Florist Co. for copies of the
new trade directory; the secretary says it
will be most useful to him, especially
about chrysanthemum show time.

Gardens' are looking very gay now.
Hyacinths and tulips are in the zenith of
theirglory.

Herbaceous plants are gaining ground
in this city. The gardeners at both the
Central Prison and the Normal School
Grounds have been planting large beds
this year and intend to do moreof it next
year if possible. There is an increasing
demand for them for private places also.

E.

Florists' Hail Association.

President J. M.Jordan of the Florists'
Hail Association has appointed John G.
Esler, of Saddle River, X. J.. Treasurer
pro tem of the F. H. A. Members of the
Hail .Association will please make all re-
mittances payable to the order of J. M.
Jordan and mail same to John G. Esler,
Saddle River. N. J. John G. Esler,

S.-cretary.

READ THIS.

FKLTIIOISKN, Ihe COLEfS SPKCIALIST,

ha« at leaBt
lOO.OOO PANB1E8. In the leed bed. at R.OG per 1000,

and sboDt 50.000 transplanted In HaK, at MOO per 1000.
VU*nv.\> riTTI.NfiW of COLKt'S. your selection.

I»; </j iH-r IiUJ. Our (wiecllon. K-Ki th-T lUOO.
KlfllSIA^, Ivadlnu norts, n.oti-d cutllnKsflOO per 100.
HKl.loTUiil'K. 4 Tarlclles. ll.OUpcr lU).
HAI.VI A!^ or SWKBT SA(iK. 11.00 per 100.
AOKUATl'.M. Iilue iind white. T5c. per 100: K per 1000.

Cash must In all cases acc^^mpany the order.

J. E. FELTHOUSEN.

370 Van Vrank.;n Ay^.. SCHENECTADY, N. Y.

MUST SELL TO MAKE ROOM.

'(I thf tM!hfW nnnit'd plants,
except the piinsles. Oiirsu-
lactkm of rarlftlen. of which we keett only the bent.
The iceran>uniii [Mrtutilnn and f uchnhiA can't IfC Itent.
All then, -<rr1nKatufr Im In hud and htootn. I'er lUU

iKinfi'*' I'rlijr. 'n. larw*" [H-rcvnlaiie t*ei»l wtilte H.OU

r. '-1. ' douhlcK and slnifles 11. UU

r '. r|. 'ibl<.«nnd ■Iniilea X.UO

i van 'y 2.iU

..rfU'lIU- J.JO

2.10
2.00
2.00
30O

. 1.60

'-rr ncdoobia 2.IU

.an 2.00

1.6(1

.o order filled . 'X leu lluin tl UO.

nrh of the %\itt e kinds, niaklny

". 'if I'Schof I'le aljtive klridn.

rtli-r All or.h^rs nlli'il Irn

1 an lonil ns till' nUK-k limtH.

•>iul i.KI LNHfjusES. Ml PleaianI, Iowa.

imswt and extra line st'K-k i
all to 2alldZVIn''h [Hits, except the piinsles.

■ kit. •

'.hit.:

EASI

T"^ DRHHR'S

GflRDLN SttDS,

PlanU. Bulbt h Rfrquiiitct.
'rh»-y rir'' \\\f b»Jlt nl th^

low^tf priest. Trade Lut 1*-
t ii*-*! 'iiinrtrrly. mailed frre
\i, tlir trii'I'- <rtily.
IIK.NKV A. lUCKKK.

I'hlliMlrlpliU, I'M.
• ■•■' 'ir. Klof1»l

SOaOOO

ARAUCARIAS

ARAUCARIA EXCELS A, 6 to S-inch plants,
$35.00 PER lOO; $6.00 PER DOZ.

ARAUCARIA IMBRICATA, small plants,
«S,00 PER tOO; $1.50 PER DOZ.

The above delivered by Mail or Express
at prices quoted.

New Crop Phoenix Canariensis. $2,50 per 1000 Seeds
Washingtonia fililera .75 per lb,
Chamaerops excelsa ,50 per lb.
Grevillea robusta 5.00 per lb, 50c oz,

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sausoiue Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

ROSE BILL NURSERIES,
V*>v^ New ROCHELLE, N. Y.
Palms,
ORCHIDS,
Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &, Rare Foliage &. Flowering Plants.

A irriind selection for Stove. GreenhouHe and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. A/bans, England.

Our Mr. A. l>lrumock will be pleased to Interview
buyera or reply to any communication addreesed to
him at 2U5 (ireenwlcli St., New York City.

JUST RECEIVED FrcsH Sccds

Cocoa Weddelllana at SlU.Oll per UKJO

Latanla llorhonlcn nt ri.TiO pcrlOOO

(.)rder at once.

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

LATANIAS.

For Sale Cheap, lOO very choice Latania
borbonica in 10 and 12 inch pots with 8, 10
and 12 leaves, at from |;6 to JlO eacli.

niK W. MiiiIlHiin ,«lre<l, CIIICAiiO.

CARNATIONS,

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
HYDRANGEAS,

MARIE LOUISE VIOLETS.

Siii.l li.r Triiili- l.lsl,

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

Elmwood An' anil GHIh SI . PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Hardy Water Lilies.

k. .-». .... . I'er O*"-.

.N» .MI'II.LA (iH.irntii. Inriie rhl/iimc5 11. U)

(■Itfunteii. i.tjo

.Minor. •• 1.00

ItUMja, •' 2.00

" lloinoea, ■• 1.00

'l'lllM!rOHIl, '• I (0

GEORGE FARRANT, Salem, N. C.

Mi.ntUin Anierlcnn KI'irlNt

You will bcndit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

50,000
Dwarf French

CANNAS.

Weoffertheabovequantity in strong, well estab-
lished plants from 3 and 4 inch pots. This stock
must not be confounded with dormant pieces or
freshly divided plants out of benches.

We list here only the principal varieties of which
we have a large supply. For a general list refer
to our Spriug Trade List which describes over
seventy-five varieties, including all the desirable
novtlties of the season, iucludmg the grand New
German variety, Kouigin Charlotte:

Per too

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 10.00

Capt. P. de Suzzoni 15 00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 20.00

Admiral Gervais 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15,00

Cronstadt 15 00

Denil de St. Grevy 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 15.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) distinct.,, 15.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Martin Cahuzac 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Professor Gerard 15.00

Secretary Stewart 15 00

Stadtgartner(Sennehol2 15 00

Antoine Crozy 8.00

Admiral Courbet 8.00

Antoine Chantin 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardv 8 00

Comte Horace de Chniseuil 10,00

Duchess deMontenard 12.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 10 00

Edward Michel 12.00

Francois Maire 12.00

Geoffroy St. Hilaire 8 00

J. Thomayer 20.00

Miss Sarah Hill 15.00

Mr. Cleveland 15 00

Mile. Liabaud 12.00

Nelly Bowden S.OO

Princess Lusignani 12.00

Perfc-tion 15.00

Souvenir de Jeanne Charreton 8 00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Trocadero 8.00

Ventura S 00

Viticculteur Gaillard 8,00

Kaiser Willnlm 8,00

We will furnish one each of the above varieties,
46 plants for $5,50.
Among Crozy's New Cannns of this season Paul
Sigrist is undoubtedly the most di.stinct nnd strik-
iiig novelty. We arc the only American house
ortcring this variety to the trade this sen.son. In
general habit similnr to Mmc, Crozy. but of a
l)right crimson color nearly as rich as Alphonse
llouvier with a very broad golden yellow border.
Stock limited. $2.60 each,

HENRY A. DREER3

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

1 ine plants of best strain, just com-
inK into bloom, |15,00 per 1000.

220G Michigan Ave., CHICAOO.

inch jiotH,
82.(Krpcr KXI; fl:,i»l],ir IIKIO.

CJTWrTT A '^r niri plants ill
01UXXI.A.J&., 82.(KI per KXI; ]

Trannpluiitcd Seedlings, 81 jicr KKl; 8H p<-i lOIX),
A few hundred Koses Meteor, Tcrlc imrl lloste,

:)inch. ready for n shift. }(I,(X) per 100,
JOSEPH E, BOIilSALL, Wholesale Florist, Salem, 0.

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The American Florist.

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Owi^ Great Specialty- The new

LMRGE fLOWERING CANNA5 ARE 'THE
BEDDING. PLANTS Of THE EUTURE.We
HAVE ALL THE- BE5T 50RT5 AND NONE
BUT THE BE5T ThE PICTURE 5M0W5 A
UERY / 5MALL PART Of OUR GREAT
DISPLAY^ OEOVFfi 4,000 PLANT5 AT THE

WORLDS FAIR. Send for

LIST or V/AR.ILTJE5

OUR CATALOGUE GIVING ■^fULL

^^J=JIi

SPECIAL OFFER to the TRADE

50,000 New Yellow Coleus

GOLUKN CROWN, the most hardy, stroneest grow-

IriK. highest colored vellow to date, 2-inch, well

grown. U per lUO; $:Jd per 1000; "250 at 1000 rates

throughout.
10,000 In 12 other standard leading sorts, plants J1.50;

rooted 7U cts. per lUO.
lO.uno Snow Treat Daisies, $3 per 100; ¥25 per 1000.
SO.fKHi Mum Verbenas, progressive type, none better.
6.0(X)nr tlii'iu ("Umaxers the Peerless crimson bedder.
10.000 seedlings from our XX and XXX progressive

seed will give the must splendid new kinds, all per-
fectly clean and healthy, .^Incli, strong, fine. In bud.

S2.&U; Hats ¥1.50 per 100. seedlings same rate; special

rates per 1000.
6,000 Vgt. Vlncas. extra fine, 3-inch ¥3; flats $1.50;

rooted $1 per 100.
5,000 Giant Scablosa Snowball, per 100 ¥1.50; seed. 25c.

for large trade packet.
10,000 Gibson's sweet scented hybrid pansles, flats ¥1 ;

frame ¥2 per 100; seed !^ oz Site . !^ oz. ¥1. % oz. ¥1.C0.
5,000 Gem Feverfew, 5.000 Golden Marguerites, 5,000

I>wf. Lobelias. 5.000 Golden Feather and <.:. Gymno-

carpa. the last two seedlings small pkts. ¥1 50, rooted

cuttings 76c. per 100.
Double Petunias. Dreer's new "its set and the Queen

the best all round double white, rooted, named,

labeled. ¥2 per lOU.
Mexican Primrose, three novelties, named, rooted ¥1

per 100.
30,000 Eulalla Zebrlna and Japonlca. potting size ¥2.50

per 100.
5.000 Torenla Fourolerl. seed pan 50 cts.. from flats

¥1 per 100.

Ix)ts of other good things. Write for what you
want. I*remium offer for every ¥5 order : We wl 1 1 put
in free ti Giant Neruna Verbena and 1 (Joliieii Stniml
Coleus; doubled on every ¥10 order, and 1 Diik. I'rliii-
rose, 1 pkt. Double Petunia and 1 pkt. Scal'lowii t-now-
ball when desired. Price list free. Address, cash
with order please.

J. C. GIBSON, Woodbury, N. J.

Mention American Florist.

PRIMROSE SEED

New Seed Now Ready.

Price per packet coutainiug .50 seed. . . 20 cents.
6 packets contaiuing 50 seed . . each SI. 00
14 packets containing 60 seed . . each 82.00

Packet, 400 seeds. 1.3 sorts Sl.OO

Special rate in large quantity. Circulars telling
how to grow primroses, free.

HENRY S. RUPP & SONS, Shiremanstown. Pa.

YOU OUGHT TO HAVE.

FUCHSIA LITTLE BEAUTY.— A Gem ofthe first wa-
ter for florists and market gardeners, will pro-
duce triple the amount of flowers than any
other sort, and a very early bloomer, single
blue corolla; sells at first s'ight. Price $1.00
per 12; $7.00 per 100.

PETUNIA "-INK BEAUTY, the best selling plant for
any florist, color most exquisite rose, finely
fringed and filled; grow a big house full of it
and it will net you a quicker net profit than
any other plant— $1.00 per 12; $7.00 per 100.

MARGUERITE CARNATION, finest strain for sum-
mer bloom; will give you flowers for 5 mouths
outdoors in greatest abundance; $3.00 per 100.
82i,00per 1000.

CHRYSANTHEMUM THE QUEEN, the white Chrjs-
anthemum for the million as pot plant or cut
flowers; largest flowers without too much
care; $.i.00 per 100; $1.5.00 per 1000.

OUR NEW ROSE AMERICAN PERFECTION. -This
sport will produce twice the flowers than Mer-
met or Bridesmaid on strong erect stems, and
flowers will last a week in perfect condition, a
vivid rose; also the finest bedder among Teas.
Try a hundred: vou will not repent it. Only
86.00 per 100. $oO.'00 per 1000, from 2-inch pots.
Send a list of your wants. Address

NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

New England States.

100.000 Plants of Geraniums, leading kinds, 4, 3J^,
3-inch, Coleus, Achyranthes, Dwarf Ageratum,
Salvias, Petunias, etc., etc.

1000 Hydrangeas, 8, 7, 6-inch pots, clean, healthy
stock. Come and see it. Send for prices to

45 King- Street. DOBCHESTEB, MASS.

The American Florist and Gardening
together to one address for $1.75. Send
orders to the American Florist Co.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write to an adver-
tiser in these columns.

Begonias.

Argentea Guttata. Vernon, M. De Lesseps,
and other Per 100

Flowering varieties $3 00

Rex, in variety 5 00

COIiEIIS, in variety, per 1000, $20.00 .... 2 50
C0B2:A Scandens ... 3 00

Geraniums, none but the best varieties, per

1000, $25.00 3 00

Happy Thought 3 00

Mrs. Pollock. ... 6 00

Ampelopsis Tricolor, strong 2 in 3 60

Chrysanthemums, leading varieties, per

lOai, 82(),00 2 50

Alternanthera Aurea Nana, strong, 2-inch, . 2 60

Achillea The Pearl, strong, 2-inch 2 50

Abutilon Eclipse .... ... 3 50

VINCA MAJOR. VABIEQATED, 1^-

inch pots, strong ... 4.00

PLUMBAGO CAPENSIS AI.BA, strong,

2;4-inch . . 3.00

Ageratum White Cap, 2-inch 2.50

Honeysuckle Japan Golden, 15-in. \>ines,

branched . 3 00

HEI.IOTBOFE. 4 varieties 2 .50

THOS. A, MCBETH& CO., Springfield, Ohio.
Latania Borbonica.

From 6-inch pots, 24 inches high, with
5 to 7 characteristic leaves.

$1.00 each: $9.00 per dozen: $75.00 per hundred.
Price of smaller sizes on application.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

157 W. Manmee St , ADRIAN, MICH.

21.000 COLEUS. VERSCHAFFELTII and GOLDEN
BEDDER (true); 10,000 COLEUS, assorted, in 60
varieties, fine plants, pot grown, ready now, $20.00
per 1000. Cash with order.

C. F. FAIRFIELD, Florist,

SPRISGFIELU, 3IASSS.

When wrltlnK mention the a.mericax Florist.

978

The American Florist.

May lo.

Pittsburg, Pa.

Cut flower trade is anything but brisk,
people don't seem to buy so freely as the
weather gets warmer. Cut flowers are
plentiful;supply more than the demand.
Plants for the garden are going a little
slow at present.

Elliott & Ulam had the decoration of
the banquet given by the Americus Club
in honor of General Grant's birthday,
which was quite an elaborate affair. This
alone put a little life into the business for
a few days.

The Florists' Club meeting was rather
poorlv attended. The committee ap-
pointed to see the store men and growers
in regard to the chrysanthemum show re-
ported little or no encouragement. The
committee was discharged and the show
abandoned. A committee was appointed
to wait on Mr. E. M. Bigelow to ask per-
mission to hold a cut flower exhibition of
chrysanthemums in the Phipps conserva-
tories in conjunction with Mr. A. W. Ben-
nett.

The Phipps conservatories at Schenley
Park seem to be the special place for the
pleasure seekers on Sundays. There must
have been over fifteen thousand passed
through last Sunday. The special features
now are one large house of calceola-
rias and another of cinerarias and hy-
drangeas. Azaleas and Easter lilies have
lost their beauty and will be replaced this
week bv rhododendrons.

Mr. Randolph, of Randolph & McClem-
ents,is reported sick.

The warm spell has made flowers and
plants over plentiful. This is the case
with all kinds of stock and it seems to be
selling at what would appear to be any-
thing hut remunerative figures. Tradein
some of the stores last Saturday was
good.

Seed trade in all quarters is reported a
good average. A. J. E.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to ci^lit branches, very
fine stock, J12.00 to |25.00 per dozen.

FAUnS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

220.- MIrlilKan .\vv..

< IIM .\<i<>, IM..

^^.

Tuberous Begonias.

r.lUt I I.N ^ .^TICAIN.

^:^ Medal awarded World's Fair.

\Vf nn* hcn<l(]iiurtvni for Ihu
nt>>v<>.ttic< tlnc'iil Btmln In the
-'•^ worNI K4?nfl for llluHtrnttyl
.111' with ojprrttflii unKravlntfii- It

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thoi. Gntlin. Mrjr.

W-ilbur) Station, L. I.. N. Y.

The Water Garden.

Sp«<1«I nnO MnrAj W«U*r IJIlun (if nil atUtn.
VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RAMDI. EURYALE FEROX.

r MM

Nnlumrftiirii* In v>r1(-(>, llnrdr (rmariH'Htnl iilitnU.
•ut^AT'^''' i'''ir>i" '-I' •-('' ,NTni|>liii'n \jiy*\fkvT\
mm- ^ .M* Kulri; rnrwilclmrtii-

(n: •■ <*ntAl'*iruo.

WM. TRICKtR &. CO.. Cnnon, N. J.

12 Choico leading kindt. Large flowonno

Twoyrnr. . . CI ix-r iKii . j5^ /jO (H-

Thtrr y^nr. . . ii BOOO

DAISIES — Mi'.wnnlK- Bii'l Hnowcrml. ilUllnct
ktn'la, lti'Ii»i.'(i»^l.!r f'>: ^i-iiiiK ^Jll'•1» rJ prr 100.

SHILAX SEEOLINQS.

from fall, "i cciiu j^-t Ut). p\<ii s/t IIJOO

r A. IIAI.I.KK, lllmirnlcirlon, III.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

GfiRySflNTHEMUMS

*THE BEST
UP TO DATE^

THROW OUT THOSE OLD TIMERS, AND 5T0CK UP WITH THE BEST. YOU
CAN AFFORD IT AT THESE PRICES.

Plants from 2-inch pots, grown cool, strong and stocky and guaranteed TRUE to name.

Nlveus. Pres. W. R. Smith. Mrs. II. F. SpauldlnK. Ermenllda, .1. II. CllBe, Golden Wedding. Turbnn. Emily

I.iidcnburK, Miles A. Wtieeler. Brvden, .Tr., etc. Sti.UO per 100.
Mnbei SlmpUlns. Dr. U. D. Hull. Mrs. liobt. Crulu', Mrs. Jerome Jones, Sec'y Farson, Harry Balsley. Vlvland-

Morcl. Hedondo. Alba Venus. Clara Bertcrmnnn, etc. *4.00 per 100.
Geo. W Clillds, EdH Pritss. C. Kruetier. Ivorv. I*Tlncoss of "Mums". Ada Spauldlng. Mrs. W. S. Kimball. Roslyn.

I.llllaii Russell. Mrs. Gov, Filer. iSS.OO per 100.
Minnie Wanamaker. Wm. II. Lincoln. Kioto. Robt. Buttomly. Hicks Arnold, Emma Hitzerotti, Harry May,

W. W. Coles. Mrs. C. D. Avery. Mermaid. »3.00 per 100.

1 each above 40 varieties for I8S1.50. 5 eaoli above 40 varieties for $6.60.

10 each above 40 varieties for #13.00.

GEKANIDMS. Hniantll. La Favorite. Marvel. Beaule Poltevlne, etc., 4-lncti. extra strong, lull of bloom,

7.', els. per dozen; $(1.U0 per ItXI. .S-lncli pots. fine. 5tl cts. per dozen; Ki.T.^ per ItXI.
C.-VKNATIONS. Tidal Wave. Portia, Ulnze's Wblte, Starlight from liats, "a cts. per 100. Free from rust.
DOl'BLE DAISIES. Red and white, from '.'^-Inch pots, nice plants, In full bloom, r.'.OO per 100.
GKEVILLEA KOBOSTA. Fine stock. :)-lnch pots. JB.OO per 100.
PAL3IS. Specimen planta. Give a list of wants and write for prices.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. CASH WITH ORDER. SEND FOR "MUM" CIRCULAR.

NOTE.— \Vanted in excliaiigre, Golden Redder Coleus, Vincas and otlier
Vase and Basket plants.

H. W. TURNER, Chrysanthemum Specialist, SHARON, PA.

It seems the simplest matter to get a good photo of a floral
arrangement made, but a few trials show that such is
not the case. The flowers have depth, but take and
show flat in the pictures; delicate shades and tints are
lost entirely; contours show misshapen; defects show
exaggerated

Long's Florists' Photographs

are the result of much effort and study, and practi-
cally perfect. Send for catalogue.

DAN'L B. LONG, Publisber, Buffalo, N. Y.,

CANNA MME. CROZY, started plants, $1 per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, S*-.^

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy \'iporous young plants, from

2-inch pots. Splendid list of varieties, my selec-
tion, 82 .% per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, my selection,

St.OO per 100.
CARNATION'S, entirely free from disease. One

luiiidrcd in as.sorteacolors, myselection for$2..')0.
PANSIES. from finest seed to be had, S2 00 per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine ns.sortment, 2-inch, my selection,

8:1.(10 p. r 101).
ALYSSIJM COMPACTUM, $2.00 per 100; .strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS iCcntauren Gyninocarpa), $2.00

per K)*) for strong 'J.inch.
ENGLISH IVY. 2-incli. $1 00 per 100.

Any of the aljove plants *i> at tlie 100 rate.
V. S. ORIFFITK, Independence, Mo.
IndejHjndenct; In well located for slilpplng. t>ulnK 8
mIlOB l^uiit or KanMiH City. .Mo.

Mention American Florist.
SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

I'lmiiriinfifttil MiitiitiMitliN. !'■ i Inr-h iHitn T.i.W $i!t.W

ruoUxl ruiltnKH, \.'2U 10 00

(ivnoml oollocllon, named, " 1.00 M.oil

*J»4-tncli iKiU . .'i.W au.ou

Hnnd tor priro lint e»f ('nrjiritlmin, riirvnniitliumuniB

and fithcT flurlAt nUxk.

WOOD BROTHERS.

When wrlllrii^ Mii-nllon Ihe A,\u,l(rr.\.\ l-'roitis I .

PANSIES,

THE JENHINQS STRAIN.

Plants in hud and lilonm fl.5o and Jt2.00
per tot), flS.iK) per 1(>00; medium sized
plants of mixed, white or yellow, |5 00 per
1000. Extra f.Oc hundred by mail.

New crop Pansy Seed ready June 25th,
better than ever. Cash with order.

ADimKRH E. B. JENNINGS,

WIIOI.KHAI.K TANHV (*1«,»KI(.

l/QCkII«i2U, H<M:Till'(lltT, CONN.

Qoclfptc ^iiT-l Fern Dishes lor Dinners,
UUOI\b 10 Decorations, Receptions, School
Commencements, Bon Voyage, etc. pur-
poses, in many pleasing styles, plain and
fancy, of Wicker, Willow, natural, gilt or
bronzed, Ratlia, Celluloid, Silver and Gold
Metal, etc., at high and low prices, all cheap
for their cost; compare our Fall trade list.

RvrJl^ I PJIVPQ 'Sas-'o Palm), natural
UJUQO LCaiCO, prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 4nc., -ISc, 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

ImmnrfpllPC white and all colors,
IliililUI ICIICO, j2 75 Ihe dozen, natural
yellow, |!2.00; Cape flowers, best, Jl.OO the
lb., second size, 60c. the lb.; Wheat Sheaves,
Wire Designs, Wire, Toil, Picks, Wax Paper,
and all other Florists Supplies quoted in
our Illustrated Trade List, mailed free.

Metal Designs '°' i?^"-^^'!^^" ^^y

in rich assortment of
tasteful designs: Wreaths, Crosses, An-
chors, Hearts, etc., in green or white foliage.
Address

August R'olker & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24lh St.,
P. 0. Station E.

New York.

E.G. HILL & CO..

Wtioiesaie Florists

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

When writing to any uf the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

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The American Florist.

979

DOVES
CHEAP

Good Doves,
Better Doves,
Best Doves,

PER DOZ.

$ 9.00
10.00
11.00

No order filled for less
than one dozen.

Write for Catalogue containing 15
elegant floral designs with doves.

S. J. RUSSEUU

(55^ Montgomery Street,

JERSEY CITY. N. J.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

ao :P7. 41:lr& street:,

FHIXASELFHIA, FA.

Our new OatalOKne 1b now oat* free upon
%ppUcation,

MflRSGttUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SuDDiies,

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Send for Catalogue.__^^^^^^

World's
Pair.

MEDSL AWARDED,

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North 4tli Street,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Verbenas, Postpaid.

licst Turli'tlua of put planls, f.'.oO per lUO.
KOOTKIi CliTTlN<;s, tn closo lit once, !« cts. per

100; *7.1I0 per IIHW. As a Special liiilueement we

will send the Hooted Cultlnus PltKl'Ain.
Large assortment of BtronK. tiealthy Bedding Plants;

ColeUB. 2ii.-lncli %2M per 100. Rooted Cuttings 75 cts.

per lUO. Trltoniii uvarla Sl..'"iO and f2.00 per 10(1. a

Ijurgain. Send for cntalognes.

WILLIAMS & SONS CO., Batavia, III.

Miinufiicturers uJ Batavia Lahki.s.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS,
Addrest all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

Manufacture TEE BEST LETTERS IN TEE MARKET.

sizes Ii^-IncU and 2-lnch, J2.00 per lUO. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 600 letters we give away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut In next

week's Amerlciin Florist.

Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers tn Boston.

AGENTS: A. Rolker & Sons, New York; Marschuetz
& Co.. 25 N. 4th Street. I'hllndelphlu. Fa.; K. E. Mc-
Allister. 22 Dey St.. N. V.; Ernst Kaufmann & Co., UH
N. 4th St.. Philadelphia. Pu.: H. Bayersdorfer & Co.,
Philadelphia, Pa.; A. D. Perry & Co., 33 Warren St.,
Syracuse, N. Y.; A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleve-
land, 0.; E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago; Wisconsin
Flower Exchange. 131 Mason St., Mllkwaukee. Wis.;
H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati. O.;
T. W. Wood & Sons. C.th and Marshall Sts. KIchmond.
Va.; .las. Tick's Sous, Rochester, N. Y,; Dan'l B. Long.
Buffalo, N. Y.; C. A. Kuehn, St. Ix)uls, Mo.; C. F.
Huntington & Co.. Indianapolis. Ind ; Z. De Forest
Ely & Co., 10^4 Market St.. Philadelphia. Pa ; Portland
Seed Co.. 171 2nd St.. Portland, Oregon; A. Ilcrrman.
415 E.34th St.. New York; tieo. A. Sutherland, fi7 Brom-
fleld St . Boston; Welch Bros.. No. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton; N.F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music Hall Place. Boston.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto. Ont.. Agent for Canada.

W.C.KRICK'S

PATKXT

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.

These letters are
made of the best Im-
mortelles, wired on
wood or metal frames
having holes drilled In
thera to Insert tooth-
picks, by which ta
fasten them In the de-
sign. All 1 n f rlnge-
ments proeecuted.

2-lnch Letters, $3.0C

per KiO.

Postage. Ificts. per 100.

Before purcnaslng
send for free sample
and catalogue and
ctiiupare with any
other letter on the
mitrket.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

W. C. KRICK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale by all Florists' Supply Dealers.

Mention American Florist.

The Directory

For ISO*

IS NOW READY.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

980

The American Florist.

May lo

Denver, Colo.

Spring trade opens up slow.

The Denver Florist Co. have opened a
new store at 781 16th street.

The annual election of the Denver Flo-
rists' Society was held at the society's
rooms April 7. The following officers
were elected: President, Mr. John Berry;
vice-president, A. M. Lewis; treasurer,
Emil Forter; corresponding secretary,
Harrison H. Given; recording secretary,
.\dam Kohankie.

The advance schedule for the '94 chrys-
anthemum show of the society is out.
The society has voted $800 in money for
prizes this year.

Mr. Edonard Emmerick is in correspond-
ence with parties in Japan, with the ob-
ject of securing some more of the beauti-
ful J apanese varieties similar to the one
he handled at last year's show and which
attracted so much attention.

In spite of the fact that not a florist in
the state will make expenses this year a
venturesome young man from the east is
figuring upon a lease on the ground ad-
joining the Colfax Floral Co.'s plant with
the object of erecting thereon a range of
houses. "He'll know better next time."

Mr. Wm. Clark of Colorado Springs,
who has been spending the winter in
southern California for his health, has re-
turned much improved.

Mr. Hugh Connor, who has been in
charge of the rose department of the Col-
fax Floral Co., in company with Mr.
Ernest Flohr, has leased a greenhouse
plant in Canon City, Colo., and will grow
cut flowers and plants for the mining
towns.

Harrison H. Given reports a largely in-
creased mail order trade, but a very poor
local business.

For the first time in manymonths there
is not an idle greenhouse hand in the city.

Denver florists are trying to figure out
the reason why none of them were able
to strike more than 25% of their rose and
carnation propagation this year. Some
place the blame on the water (they all use
hydrant water) and some on the sand,
but all agree that something was wrong
and that the general strike was way be-
low the average.

The park commissioners have decided
to get along without a superintendent
this year, the chairman of the board, Mr.
John L. I)aily, having assumed the duties
of that office in connection with those of
the chairmanship. Mr. Dailey is by trade
a printer, but for the past fifteen years
has l)cen a profcS'ional politician, having
held ihc position of county treasurer for
twelve years of that time and his knowl-
edge of floriculture and forestry is to say
the least "rather" limited. As the park
commission have over $G.'),000 at their
disposal for the year of '9+ the general
sentiment is that they arc making a mis-
take in licing so exceedingly economical
nt this time when we have so many idle
men in the city and also that they are
making n greater mistake in placing the
charge of the work that is to be done in
the hands of a man who docs not profess
to know anything about park work or
gardening. The city has nearly 100 acres
of dedir.ited park lands that arc abso-
lutely unimproved and it looks almost
criminal to allow another year lo p.iBs
without taking steps to improve them.
\\. II. r.ivi'.N.

Please- mention the American Flo-
rist every lime you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

VICTORY I VICTORY 1 VICTORY !

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

BJ. HIF»r»AI«I>, '5rovir».e«»*0'VVia., 01a.lo.

Fenster Pappe,

A Sutatitute for G-lass. Stretch Fenster Pappe taut and use batten
in nailing on to sash. Then piint the rou^h surface tlioroughly witli
II lioiled linseed oil until it shows a gloss. Let it become thorougiii.y iiry
' before using, when it is claimed to do service for years. The application
of the oil makes Fenster Pappe sufficiently translucent for plant life.

It is used as a covering for cold pit sash; excellent for use in palm or fern houses; to grow straw-
berry plants, early vegetables, tobacco, etc, under. A most handy article as a protection against the
direct rays of the sun.

TKY a roUof eitflit yards as a sample, which will cover about four sasli, foriSl.OO. Orig-
inal rolls, 36 inches wide, 110 .yards long, for »9.00. Kor further partloulara address

August Rolkar & Sons, Sole Agents, 136 & 138 W. 24th St , New York.

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THB

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1880.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer of
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Posts of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sura
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circnlars and Price Iiist.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FLTJSHINO, Queens, Co., N. T.

Increase Your Business

by fostering an interest in plants and
flowers among the people in your vicin-
ity. You can best do this by getting
subscribers to

GARDENING . . .

which tells people how to get the most
satisfaction out of their gardens, and
stimulates them to enlarge and extend
their gardening operations.

$I.OO A YEAR is the subscription price
of this paper, which is issued twice a
month, is handsomely and truthfully
illustrated, is thoroughly practical, ab-
solutely free from wind and gush and
grinds no axes for anyone.

SPECIAL LOW RATE to florists who
will act as agents. We want an agent
in every city and town in America.
Write for terms now tn

THE GARDENING CO.

Monon UuildinK, CHICAGO.

PATENTQ

I Trado-Markt, Copyright!. Etc. ^^ g

I CHflNDLEE & MflGflULEY, vl/

Allanllc Building, WABHIHOTOIT, D O.

I.<i( K rill'. DOOR BEFORE
TIM'. IIDKM.: IS SToI.HN
DO /r NO\N,
JOHN 0. ESLER, Secy, F H. *.. Saddle River, N. J

IMPROVED GLAZING.

HAIL

GASSEK'S PATENT ZINC .JOINTS for but-
ting glass makes greenliouses air and water tlglit; also
prevents slUllnK and hronkat-'O from frost. Does not
cost as luucli to lieiit u house trla/cd with the joints,
thereby savlriK enough in fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of Klazlni;. The leading tlorlsts of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and price list.

J. M. GASSER, Florist,

Euclid .\vemie, CL>:VELANU, <).

BVANS' IMPROVED

CHALLENGE
VENTILATING
APPARATUS

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS. Richmond. Ind.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gutter up.

Correspondence eollclted. EBtlniuteB cheerfully
fumlehcd.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIC. PA.

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THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894
IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.
AM. FLORIST CO.

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13. ». inojaOTi.'rs,

ini» & 1(11 S.iulli lirili ,\vc.. New York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

fur KoHi. lliiiiHeH, (,'oiiH4^rviilf>rl*'H, 4^t<'., «^lr.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

981

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST !

Aren't you tired Rolng through your houses two or
three tlmee a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tUatlDg saeh one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having aash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have got just the thing you need, the NETTEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure" for
about half the cost of the old style. '3end for
Descriptive Catalo^e to

J. D. GftRNlODY, Evansviile, Ind.

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

Cypress

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Send for Circulars and Testlmonlalg.
Address T^QG^E^AiS^jy ^ O.

Mention American Florist.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

• CYPRESS •

dreenliOQse Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Mention American Florist.

0 WOOD BRANT

SieVV

^iroea^

■gjOS

Co<

*<■*'

,-c»^

FOREST GUEN P. O.
BOX 5S.

liW'

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-i^'^f^t^^'t^-a'-C-e.^^

theMALTESE cross BRAND

THEVEgygESTor GARDEN & LAWN

^^^^iPVOurdealerdoesTiot haveitscud direct to Ihemanufaclurers

36 Warren Street.
NEW YORK.

TlieGiittaPerclia&RiililierMICo.'

70 Lake Street.
CHICAGO.

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDk,
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and eveir purpose for which a hos«
can be applied.
Sizes, ^-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any ServlceabU
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is an infringfement on one or more of oui
Patents. The rights secured to us render each Individual dealer or user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO,
Sole Ml'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Grtp Armored Hou BiUnls. 49 Warren Street, New Yo.i-
J, C. VAUOhAN, Agent, CHICAGO.

SnUIUlBTEELGALV

982

The American Florist.

May 10,

Pittsfield, Mass.

A special meeting of the Gardeners' and
Florists' Club took place on Wednesday
which was largely attended. It has been
decided to hold another chrysanthemum
show the first week in November and the
executive committee has materially im-
proved the premium list, new classes have
been introduced so as to give all a chance
to compete, and the important pre-
miums have been increased. It is hoped
that year by year better premiums will be
offered, as the interest in the show in-
creases. It is uphill work to educate our
busy patrons and friends to the realiza-
tion and appreciation of our beautiful
■.lowers, but we are doing it successfully.
There is little doubt t hat in a few years this
county will excel all other counties in this
section, not only for the number of green-
houses, and beautifully laid out gardens,
but in increasing interest and love for
flowers.

Things are booming up here a little in
greenhouse construction, and plans are
already in progress for greenhouses for
two more private families in Pittsfield,
who hitherto did not have one foot of
glass. This is one result of the interest
created by our two successful chrysanthe-
mum shows. W. M. E.

Laredo, Texas.

We have a temperature here now (May
1) of from 98° to 110° in the shade.
Nympbjeas, nelumbiums and all water
plants are doing finely. Geraniums are
dying in the heat. Cacti are of course
flourishing. Roses have been in perfection
since February 1 but are now succumbing
to the heat. Figs are nearly grown and
are l)earing full. Corn is two feet high.
Clematis, plumbago, honeysuckles, morn-
ing glories, manettias, jasmines and mock
oranges are in full bloom. Also three va-
rieties of double flowered pomegranates
in ray garden hedgerow are a mass of
flowers. They are 12 to 15 feet high and
a grand sight. Anna B. Nickels.

I'LBASE mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

I

^ .

r- COMPANY-

-.1* t».<*I»*vt«.0 A MAl^-TOiNr PQOtlH
, •■■■ rtrmtn. M. W W WA.X POOCtK*

Standard Flower fois.

25 PER CENT. OFF I'.r f.-i«li wllh otrl-r uillll fur
Ihrr Hotter A UrtfmtfMrk on hnntWif ffoofl. ntroiiK
potii. PRICE LIST, lor anr number:

IMInrhlMiU pOTiaUl.CKU .'A^\twM |i<>ti.lM.-r lUUU.t; V,
1 -Incli |»ilJi. » r. < Inch i»iU. U «)

lU Inch poU. .", Ml I, Inrh |»,t«. l:i W

njHneli i«ii«. t Ki '■ Inoli i».i. -n U)

Hoeh P"Ul .'' •!) 7 Wirh |x»t«. .'it UJ

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

lAfKnl In thn HUiUi KftKT KI>WAItl>, .N. V.

Aniuit ll/>lkrr A H>ina. W. A l.w W Mill Htn<<-t. Now
Vorli rttT >>w ^'"r* Airf^nUi

fll A UU IKK K l«rTT<iM fliKKi •^i<n lor

WLiAfjO. KaUrnnb. HallafX^tl'ili liiiamiiUXKl

ea Warrrn '^1 .. •n'l 4(1. 4M * ftO CiiUrgi I'lace,
rv»^<v Hortt. CJtty.

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

ROYAL
HEATERS

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & GROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

a

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES; 713. T^S. 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Kandnlph Ave. »nd Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
.fa4-kHoii Ave. hikI Peargnii St., Long; Tftliind <'lty, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with U8 before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dbisolutiou of the fimi of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad BreitscJiwertn. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We tiave accordingly enlarged our piant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and mast serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply iust what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list ana samples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

OIMMOBt

403 North Sallna Street, SYRACUSE. N.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price Mst.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Out now Pollary, lusv Machinery, the very best Clay in tlie Country,
and ciur new PatanI Kilna, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
Im tha marhat. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Manager.

li^rtait ^r-oolcf lelcl, Atlc^aiai.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Alto Diial'Ti in OIL BURNERS, and Agenli lor

YOU CAN

SAVE MONEY BY

PURCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter

SD«ira Hydranllo Btb texn xi uHinn f}i\ tar (ur] i Thp tirst l]iittfsM>rt lie kind fvr-r itivr-nir^l forf^rccn-
]iMr]t'}^rn. /Vn fiitfn , ntm '/,\ii '/j ci\en\trr Ihikn t:<m\. house iihc. S<-ii<i lor ilrsci iptioii iitid price list.

609 Madiion Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS. MICH. | BAY 8TATE HARDWARE CO..

r»"«oim ffir i-lrciilnr a44 Froeport Street, IIOSTON, MASS.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

983

HOT-AIR

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn, '
Mouse,Garden, Stock
Irany other purpose.

Send for Illustrated Catalogue

JELAMATER-RIDER ani PU M PING
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON rupiur

PUMPING lNGiNl.
ENGINE.

Their operation is bo simple aDd
safe that a child can run them They
will pump water from shallow m
BtreamB or any tind of well. They g
can be arranged for any kind of fuel. 2

Capacity 1.500 to 30,000 gallons '^
of water a day, according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fitfh Avenue.
NEW YORK, N. Y.

Every florist, market gardener, owner of lawn, grass-
plat or flower-bed. In fact everyone who has a faucet
and hose should have the Kinney Pump (patent ap-
plied fori for applying liquid manure, fungicides and
insecticides to plants. Feed your plants, fertilize your
lawns by using liquid manure. The cheapest, simplest
and most scientific spraying pump In use. Sent pre-
paid for $2.5u— spraying valve attachment 50c. Pump
complete $3.00. Send for circular. Address

HOSE CONNECTION CO.. Kingston. Rhode Island.

Only 29 Klngstons In the U. S. Get the state straight.

"They are a good thing." "A very valuable labor
saving device."— W. N. RtrDD, Sec'y Mt. Greenwood
Cemetery Asso.. 111.

"The most valuable labor saving Invention 1 ever
used."— C. E. Weld, Kosllndale. Mass.

THE CHAMPION

Mm% Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machine in the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my illustrated deecrlptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil PulverLzer and Suter.

SPRINGFIELD. O.

Address,
Hox 114.

GURNEY

Hot -Water Heaters
>^oR Greenhouses.

Send for a copy of our book *'How best
to heat our houses."

GURNEY HOT-VfATER HEATER CO.

163 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON.

Branch Office; h^ Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois.

Selling Agencies: JoUnsOD & Co.. 71 John St., New

York City. J. C. F. Trachsel. 'TM Arch St.. Philadelphia.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,

74 & 76 Myrtle Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y.
/i!S"Send for Catalogue.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

1^ Flans and estimates furnished on application.

Front view of a portion of onr exhibit at the 'World's Fair.
. . . SBHD FOUR CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. . . .

LORD & BURNHAM CO., Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WKITE FOB ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAK.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, GHIGAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

FRENCH GLASS conservatories, Ro'sE houses, Etc. Etc.

VA.:PfHO:RPfEJ, OieXFTlTBjn «6 CO.,

Importers of PLATE and WINDOW GLASS. Manufacturers of BENT GLASS

and FRENCH MIRRORS.

131-133-135-137 FRANKLIN STREET. rtlEfW 'yOI^IC.

Note— Imported Glaas Is used In the t>eBt Krado of Greenhouee bulldlDK

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

HoriiGuliurai flrcliitecisand Hot, Water Enolneers

Send for Catalogue, enclosing 4 cents in stamps.

i«o. 24^ oan»i St., ivEjw- -yoieJK OIX"5r.

When wrttlnK mention Gardenlni?.

984

The American Florist.

May lo^

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. Ratea. etc sn)

American Boiler Co...i*S<

Anthony J T ICiJ ITS

Bailer K A iCS

Baeselt A Washburn.. 1*X»
Bayersdorfer 11 4 Co . .;>?.'

Bar State Hdw Co '.<?.'

Bergerll U 4 Co '.C

Blanc A '.T4

Bonner SprinRS Nurs. .',T4

Bon»aU Jos E '.O;

Boston Letter Co . . .W.'
Brown R S A Sons, i*T4
Brown ± CanfleW. .'.« 'W

Bunttnd Samuel J '.C6

Boms A Rarnor '.'71

Bunuw IG ST5

Burton Jolm Wit

Carman K W S90

Cannody J D ESI

Chalk James I*»

Chandlee & Macauley.K*

Chicago Klowcr El in)

Chicago Folding Box

Co 9»

ColcloughH iCti

roles \v\v ;«»

Cook John '.•K

Corbrey Jt McEellar.. VCU
Cottage Gardens The. .'.ca
Cox Seed * Plant Co. .m;

CnbbA Uunter SK.'

Dallledooie Bros V73

Ueamnd J B ACo.. '.ni
De {.amater Iron Wks.iHI

DeWlttJT 975

IMUonJL TOi

Domer t~red 4 Son '.C

Dreer U A '.Tn

KlUott WH ;to

BUlsonWm. ... OTU

KaMx Uelghts Floral

Co 975

FalrtlcMCF WTT

Farrant (Jeo ICti

Felhelm Lyman 'J8U

FelthousenJE ... U7li

Fisher Peter 4 Co 975

FosterLH 977

GasserJ M 'ms

GIbsonJ C 877

Gonzalez F 4 Co 875

Gordon Park Greenhs.9>S

Onaith N 8 978

Gumey Heater Co .*3
Gntia Percba 4 Rubber

MfgCo 061

Pa Assn 96U

nalle H F w8ore

Hancock 4 Son ^75

tlan4Cron8e 982

Hartford U B 910

HelasJB »»

Herr AlbertM VTS

Herrmanns Seed Storern

Hews A U4Co S82

HIIBnger Broa 962

Hill KG 4C0 Vn

BIppard E 960

UttcblngsACo Wl

Hooker II M Co US

HoranEdwC ..«ri

Hoae Connection Co. ..'.KJ
HDlaeboMh Brua .972

BnntKH. K7I

Hunter Frank D 971

Jennings E B 1^8

Jooslen <■ H MJ

Kaufmann Bniat 400.979
Kennlorjit Bros Co. 971

Kramer I N 4 Son ".ITJ

KrJck WC 979

brveacbell Bro«Co....9ei

KmnnCA.. ....910

\M Vtxttf 4 Statal iiTO

Lockland Lumber Co.. .9$1

LongDanl B 971)978

Lonsdale Edwin 975

Lord A Buniham Co.. .'.^1
McBcth Th09 .\ 4 Co. .977
McBride Alex... 975

McCartnv N K4 Co.. ..971

McCrea A Cole 9?;

MoFarland J U 971

McFarland J U Co 973

Manda W A 976

Manz J 4 Co l>Ci

MarBChuetz4 Co 979

May John N '.W;' 975

Michel Plant 4 Bulb

Co 97J

MUlang Bros 971

Monlnger JnoC »H

Nanz A Neuner «9 977

National Plant Co WH

Nlles Centre Floral Co 970

Oasis Nursery Co 978

Olsen A Hughes. ... 971

Parmenter Mtg Co Sii2

Pauk Adolf 9liS

Pennock C J 975

Pennock Sam 1 S 9711

Plerson K K Co 9:v

Pittsburg Clay Mfg Co.'.fc-'

Prince AG A Co 970

Uuaker City Mach Co. .!•*

Randall A L ICl

Reed Glass Co 9S2

Reed 4 Keller 9?.i

Reeser Chas A '."74

RclnbereBros .... 9«9 971

Kenard Joseph 975

lloberw .)U IHI

Roehrslhao 971

Rolker A 4 Sons. . . .978 iN)
Rupp Henry S 4 Sons. .977

Russell S J 9711

Sander 4Co 970

Schiller 4 Co 973

ScollayJohnA 1«3

Sogers Bros 973

Sheridan W F l"l

Slebrecht 4 Wadley ...9Ti;
Situations, wants etc. i)(iS
Smith Nathan A Son.. .977
South Side Floral Co. .v«8
Speelman C J 4 Sons. .'.CS

Spooner Wm H 9ii9

StemmlerTW 9t)9

StrebTSO 974

Struck J N4Bro 'MX

Sonderbruch H L....970
Sunset Seed 4 Plant Co9rj

Sutherland (ieo A 1*70

Swayne Edward 975

Brmcuse Pottery Co ..183

ifesson R F (tS,

Tonner John P 974

Trtcker Wm 4 Co 978

Turner H W 978

Uhlman4 Halsch 974

United States Nurs's 974
VanderSchoot R 4 Some
Van Home Grltfen 4

Co 983

Van Zonneveld Bros 4

Co 97;i

Vaughan JO 9IW

Vlck4Hlll 975

Waterbury Rubber Co ISl
Weathered's Son TW.963

Weeber4Don 973

Welch Bros 971

Whilldin PotOo ..962

Williams 4 Sons Co.. . .979

Wlttbold aeo.ge 975

Wolf K K W3

WollIL Mfg Co 983

Wood Bros 978

Voung ThoB Jr 971

t

' U'rj Co;

CYPRESS

SASH

BARS

JOHN C. MONINGER,

291 Hawthornt At*.,

CHICAGO. ILL.

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Do vor WANT (I romplctt- nlplmljctiral
list t c rvat.nthrniiifnii in cmmcrcc in
Anrricii. »i h chiaa, nnd l>rirf, nccuratc
dr*('ri|>ii>in o' ciicli? You will find nucha
ItH in iiiir ridr Hirrfi>>rv nnd reference
b«H.k f.r 1894. Price $2.00.

GREENHOUSE HEATING f VENTILATING

Horticultural Architecture and Building.

HITGHINGS & GO.

Established 1844.

233 Mercer St., NEW YORK.

FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.

NINETEEN SIZES.

Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.

Rosehouses, Greenhonses, Etc., of
Iron Frame Construction, Erect-
ed complete, or the Structural
Iron Work shipped ready
for erection.

Iron Frame Benches with the "Perfect
Drainage Bench Tile" or Slate Top.

SEND 4 CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLDSTRATED CATALOGUE.

_THE American Florist Co.'s

DIRECTORY

■OF-

FLORISTS,

NURSERYMEN
AND SEEDSMEN

■ OF THE ■

UNITED STATES AND CANADA,

AND

REFERENCE BOOK,
_FQR 1894,

IS NOW READY

II RE YOU interested in the best modern
-»*»• system of heating your Greenhouse. If
so write to us for Catalogues. We make a
specialty of greenhouse heating.

18 TYPES. 174 SIZES.

i)«*'<l«' FOR STMAM AND HOT WATER.

W^ . I, ADAfTED TO ALL. KINDS OF FUEL.

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MAY 17, 1894.

No. 311

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Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
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CONTENTS.

Influence of flower shows and parks. . . . 985

Arrangement of flowers (3 illus.) 986

Imperfect glass burning plants 986

Express rates 987

The one judge system 987

Greenfly 9S7

Prof. Riley resigns 987

Carnations— Notes . - 988

The convention exhibition 988

Chicago 988

New Yorli 990

Philadelphia 991

Boston 992

St. Paul, Minn 992

Cincinnati 9*.12

To move the surplus 992

St. Louis 993

News notes 993

Buffalo 994

Wages 998

The seed trade 998

Toronto 1000

Pittsburg . . 1002

Pittsfield, Mass 1002

Montreal 1004

Am. Association of Nurserymen 1004

Indianapolis 1006

Havana, III. — Mr. F. Whitty, wrhohas
been with G. A. Kuhl, of Pekin, III., for
several years, has purchased the green-
houses of Mrs. Ann C. Hurd, at this
place. He will add three new houses at
once.

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The Influence of Flower Shows and
Public Parks.

[Read before the New York FloriU Club by Sam-
uel HenshawiX

What a change has taken place within
the memory of many of us in everything
pertaining to the art of floriculture. It
is not many years since it was thought
necessary to surround a garden with a ten
foot wall, and when parks for the public
were first proposed some of the old fash-
ioned and conservative people shook their
heads, and voted against such an innova-
tion, declaring that if the public were let
loose in a garden or park everything
would be quickly destroyed, and a barren
waste would be all that would be left to
look at. How different we find it to-day!
I know of only one park that is locked
every night, and that is Gramercy Park
in this city; this is done asmuch to retain
it as private property as it is to keep the
public out. The small park at the Bowl-
ing Green ," where Broad way commences, "
has still the same iron railing around that
it had before the revolution, minus the
crown which formerly gave a finishing
touch to each post. All the rest are open.

The small parks in various parts of this
city are gay just now with pansies, dais-
ies, forget-me-nots and other spring flow-
ering plants, together with a liberal use
of tulips, hyacinths and other bulbous
plants, to be succeeded later with coleus,
geraniums, cannas and many of the
choicer kinds of plants that a short time
since were not considered safe to be
trusted to the tender mercies of the pub-
lic. Where there is water, or a fountain
basin, they are made doubly interesting
by a liberal useof various aquatic plants;
the Egyptian lotus, nympha;as and many
of the floating plants are always sur-
rounded by a crowd of admirers; even the
street Arabs, newsboys and bootblacks
appear to be fascinated by this interest-
ing class of plants, occasionally envying
the plants their element, "particularly on
a sultry day," and if they can catch the
policeman oflf his guard, taking a dip in
the water. Otherwise the flowers are not
interfered with, even in the most crowded
parts of the city.

Central Park, with its charming land-
scape effects, always draws a crowd, and
is beautiful either in winter or summer,
but especially at this season of the year,
when there is a freshness and fragrance
not noticed at any other time. It setms
a pity that there is not more attention
paid in this park to the growing of a col-
lection of flowering plants. The newly
acquired parks can be left more in a nat-
ural state, being fartherremoved from the
dense population that is fast surrounding
Central Park, but this will always be,
strictly speaking, the home garden, and
can well afford to be made as attractive
as it is possible to make it. Space should
be set apart to lay out a flower garden
on a comprehensive scale, without inter-

fering with the already existing plan. In
other parks in smaller cities in this coun-
try, particular attention is paid to hav-
ing a well planted and arranged flower
garden, where all the rarest and choicest
plants available are planted with a lavish
hand for the edification of the public.
Mention might be made of the chaste and
very pleasing arrangement of the flower
gardens at Lincoln Park and Washington
Parks at Chicago. I do not mean that it
is desirable to have too many imitations
of globes, gates ajar, or Sol's clocks, done
in flowers, but good plants and the best
varieties are used in both parks, and re-
flect great credit on those in charge.

Washington has an endles round of
beautiful parks, well arranged and
planted; the same may be said of Boston,
with its liberal use of native plants for
decorative planting, and skilful blending
of nature and art. Philadelphia, Alle-
gheny City, Pittsburgh and many other
cities are much more liberal than New
York in this respect — even Prospect Park,
Brooklyn is ahead of us, both in green-
houses for keeping up a constant succes-
sion of blooming plants through the win-
ter, and in a summer display of flowers.

It is none too soon for a society like
ours to urge the proper authorities to do
something on a liberal scale in this direc-
tion. New York certainly can afford to
make a grander display than any of the
cities I have mentioned, and instead of
following, ought to take the lead in all the
dififerent branches of both floriculture and
horticulture. It comes within the scope
of this society to make any suggestions
that will result in making the parks of
this city superior to anythingto be found
elsewhere. We may expect at some fu-
ture day when the proposed Botanical
Gardens are located and planted, to have
a second Kew Gardens belonging to New
York, but if these are started at once it
will take years to get them fairly under
headway; we want something for imme-
diate efTect, and this can be accomplished
by devoting more space to the cultivation
of flowers in Central Park.

The Floricultural display at the World's
Fair, which fvas promised to surpass any-
thing that had ever been attempted in
that time, was a great disappointment to
all of us. Strangers visiting the grounds
set apart for that purpose would come to
the conclusion that New York and Penn-
sylvania could show little else than can-
nas and echeverias; to be sure there was a
very creditable display of aquatics by Wil-
liam Tricker, one of our members, and
one of the very best samples of lawn mak-
ing, was the green setting of the principal
buildings shown by the Peter Henderson
Company, from seed sown the same
Spring.

One of the most pleasing things I have
heard of lately is, that one of the rich
men of New York has offered to spend
$250,000 in the form of a school, or some

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way to teach children a more intimate
knowledge of our native plants. The
more they get to know of plants, either
wild or cullivatcd, the more interested
they will become in everything belonging
to floriiulture. Those of us that were
foriunate enough to seethe interest taken
by the poor Kindergarten children when
invi'.ed to visit our flower show, where
each child had a p'ant given it to grow
and bring back in autumn to show in
competition for prizes, will not soon for-
get it. Many of these same children will
cherish the memorv of that time; the time
will come when many of these waifs will
rise in the world, and the interest in flow-
ers started at that time willcling to them
for life, probably some of them becoming
the best customers of the future florists.

Arrangement of Cut Flowers.

OrFFERENT EFFECTS TO BE PRODUCED

WITH EQUAL OUANTITIES OF THE

SAME MATERIAL.

Different effects to be produced by judi-
cious arrangement of the same sort of
material is a subject that should be stud-
ied with a good deal of attention. It fre-
quently happens in the course of business
that we receive an order for a number of
pieces, let us say baskets, each to cost the
same, but to be entirely different in ap-
pearances. It often happens at the same
time that your choice ot material atcom-
mand is rather limited. It is herethatin-
genuily and skill come into plaj'. If we
are allowed to select our own shapes the
matter is not very difiicult since a selec-
tion of forms entirely dissimilar in stj'le
will make our work comparatively easy;
but where yourcustomerselectsthe forms
and chooses from your stock baskets,
which though not alike in every detail
yet are very much alike in general style,
we have not quite as easy sailing.

We find it a rather difficult matter to
properl}' illustrate our subject by the pho-
tographic process, since by this means we
are unable to show the color contrast,
which is so important in this class of
work. The style of arrangement also is
apt to suffer, for in order to illustrate the
position of the flowers, the view necessar-
ily has to be taken at such an angle as to
make the object look rather squatty and
stiff in the low forms of baskets.

The material scltcted for the arrange-
ments illustrated consisted ■>{ the follow-
ing: 1 2 La l-rance and VI I'erle roses, 'i.\>
lily of the valley, 2.'j Romans, 25 carna-
tions, one bunch (2.')) sweet peas, 1 doxcn
fronds of adiantum and 2.'J common ferns,
with a spray of A. plumosus for the han-
dle basket. .\8 regards stemming all the
flowers used arc subject to the same rule
as was given in the preceding article.

\xl us consider the arrangement of the
first form, which is that of a high handle
basket. Having followed our hints on
mossing such a form, that is to the effect
of raising the sphagnum pretty well U);,
wc prfH-eed to properly place the green
frrni (although as remarked l>crorc >inilax
may lie used to j-ood advantage in their
place). kcmcml»cr, we arc now consider
ing only the coininon styles of baskets.
Many forms of highly tirnamcntal goods
are made up without the grren trimming
at the outer rim in the way shown here,
which forms wc thnll treat later on. The
style of arrangement of this basket is to
kiep each kind ot flowers grou|>cd to-
getner. The I.a F'innce as shown in the
engraving, arc placed on the left hand
side, starting from thecenlerand running
diagonally across on halfofoncsidedown
to the rim. Wc neit arrange the Roman

hyacinths alongside in a spray from the
center down to the rim. Next we place
the carnations (Portia) which carries us
up to and past the handle on the right
hand side. On the reverse side, which
does not show in our picture, the Perles
are placed. Next to carnations a spray
of lily of the vallej' separating these from
the La France. A tip of asparagus plu-
mosus is thrown lightly over the left hand
side of the handle on which is arranged a
spray ot Blanche Ferry sweet peas. Now
we can take this same basket, rearrange
our material and give a different charac-
ter to the design. The treatment of the
handle is quite important to bring out
the different effects. As a rule we prefer
to use only only one kind of flower for
this purpose, especially in arrangements
such as we have been considering, or
those wheie but one or at least but a few
varieties are used. But where a mixture
o! different material is employed we may
safely depart from this rule, though in
that case also it is not advisable to use
too many kinds.

Suppose we take our flowers and use
them mixed together. In that case we
might arrange the spray of I^a France
and valley or combine the same rose with
Romans or with sweet peas. For green
we can change to smilax. We may also
make the spray somewhat longer and
carry it over the handle, allowing the tip
to droop down on the other side. Again
by adhering to our first plan to keep our
colors and kinds separate we may divide
them into smaller groups of irregular
number, say the roses in 5 to 7 and the
smaller flowers from 10 to 15 and ar-
range in clumps of irregular shape with a
view to proper color effect. In this way
we may make up the same identical form
in a half dozen or more different ways
with the same material and have each
one different in character and general ap-
pearance. ■"'

Our second illustration gives a view of
one side of a basket without handle,
made of the same material as No. 1. The
form is an oblong, rather square at the
corners, the rim of the basket being about
4- inches from the bottom. This form is
also arranged in sections with the grout)-
ing somewhat different. The La France
roses in this arrangement arc interspersed
with the valley on the left hand side,
against which, to the right, the I'crlesarc
placed, followed by a grouping of the
sweet peas. Diagonally across the re-
verse side we place the carnations with
lightly arranged sprays of Romans on
either side. This form also may be treated
in different ways but being without han-
dle, which always gives character to a
basket, is not susceptible to as many
changes as the former.

The last form shown is that of a shape
somewhat like a market basket with a
rather low handle. There are serious ob-
jections to forms with a low handle. If
wc attempt to make a loose arraiigiimiit
the flowers will come up nearly if not
<|uile to the top of the handle, often hid-
ing this idtogether. Such a form cannot
Ir- mossed up very high anyway, and if
wc attempt to arrange our material at
Kiich a height as to clear the handle we
have to moss the form so flat that the ef-
fect is bound to l)es()uatty in appcaraiuc.
Still in order to satisfy all tiistcH as much
as possible wc ,'ire obliged to carry a va-
riety f)f forms in stock and when the buyer
has made up his or her mind on a certain
form wc ate often obliged to subordinate
onr better judgment to the whims of our
patron.

Our last illustration showssuchashape
niailc up as loosely a* possible, the moss

in the form being but slightly rounded up,
nevertheless the line to top of handle is
but slightly raised above the level of the
flowers.

The flowers used in this form are also
the same as in No. 1 and 2, but the varie-
ties are mixed together, the hyacinths
forming a fringe around the edge while
the lily of the valley is run across tte han-
dle. To effect a change the sweet peas,
either separate or combined with either
valley or Romans, can beemployed on the
handle, but roses would be out of place as
these are too heavy for such a purpose.
The flowers in the basket proper, are sub-
ject to the same variation asgiveninNos.
1 and 2.

In all such arrangements as have been
under consideration in this article adi-
antum should be used liberally. Orna-
mental at all times it particularly aids us
in such combinations where col^r and
kinds are grouped separately to break
the sharp lines; it enables us to blend one
shade into another as nothing else will.

In showing the combinations for effect
in the foregoing we selected the various
kinds employed at random. Other varie-
ties might be chosen withequally as good
if not better results: Thus, if La France
is not at hand Mermet, Cusin, or any
other pink variety, would fill the bill just
as well. For Perle we can substitute
Bride, or if yellow is thought desirable
there is Buttercup carnation, or daffs and
tulips when those are in season. Or sub-
stitute red roses of any variety for the
same color in carnations. The main point
for us to consider is to avoid similarity in
appearance of the different forms of de-
signs made up with a limited selection of
material. If we confine ourselves to bas-
kets we can call to our aid so many more
quite distinct styles from those treated in
this article that to describe and illustrate
them all would take up far more space
than we can give to this series. We shall
touch upon this same subject again at
some future time when we reach the
higher grades of these forms.

The same material treated in bouquet
form would give us a decided change. If
used in hand bouquet form we have per-
haps more material in the number of
flowers given than would be necessary.
One-half the (juantity is sufticient for this
purpose, but if we still adhere tothcsame
sorts above mentioned wc can follow on
the same line ofarrangementaslaiddown
on the baskets. The same holds good also
regards vase bouquets. In these we can
use the full number given and in these we
find a good chance for various combina-
tions, though not quite to thesameextent
as those of basket forms.

Imperfect Glass Burning Plants.

A correspondent writes that after con-
!-i(lerable investigation he has discovered
that the burning of the foliage of his
plants, over which he h.id liccti iiukIi
puzzled was caused by imperfections in
the glass.

We imagined that all in the trade were
aware of the fact that imperfections in
the glass are apt to act somewhat as
lenses when the sun strikes them at the
right .-ingle and as a result burn the
fnliage upon which they happen to be
f )i usscil at the time.

When building all glass should be care-
fully inspected jiiid any lights that have
whorls or other imi)er(ections should be
rigidly rejected. (Jur correspondent will
do well to go over his houses this summer
and replace all imperfect lights with per-
fect ernes.

Our correspondent asks if something

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HIGH HANDLE BASKET.
ARRANGEMENT OF CUT FLOWERS.

cannot be done to make dealers send out
none but perfect glass. All those that
make a specialty of glass for greenhouses
are aware of the requirements of the trade
in this respect and most of them are, we
believe, ready to guarantee their glass, at
least of the better grades, and replace
any lights that prove to be imperfect.

Express Rates.

Complaints reach us that agents at
destination often refuse to allow the
special rate of 20% less than merchandise
rate, though when express has been pre-
paid the special rate has been allowed.

As the rate, according to the classifica-
tion, is permissible but not mandatory,
the remedy would be for the shipper to
stipulate with the Express Co., that the
shipment be billed at the special rate be-
fore delivering the goods to them . The rate
is allowed only on shipments "prepaid
or guaranteed." The demands of a large
shipper are always more apt to receive
proper consideration than those of one
who receives occasional shipments, and
particularly if the latter is at what the
companies call an "exclusive" point,
namely, one reached only by their com-
pany. But the good will of the large
shipper is always sought, because he
ships to points that are not "exclusive"
as well as those that are, and this gives
him an opportunity to discriminate to an
appreciable degree against any company
whose general methods do not please him.

As of course low express rates stimu-
late shipments the shipper is serving his
own interests by making sure that con-
signees get the very lovyestrateto be had.
To make certain that the matterdoesnot
escape the attention of the shipper it
might be well for those ordering to add
to the order instructions to see that the
shipment is billed by the express company
at 'Z0% less than merchandise rate.

The One Judge System.

Is not Mr. Esving just a little reckless
in his inference that a large majority of
the societies and clubs in this country
have arrived at the conclusion that one
judge gives more satisfaction to exhibit-
ors than three and that a large propor-
tion of those interested in exhibitions in
America have adopted the "Toronto
plan"?

I will not ask him to explain by what
occult power he has discovered that my
original assertion was made at random,
but coming "down to plain practical ex-
perience" of which he truly says an ounce
is worth a ton of unsupported assertions,
I will respectfully (not "sarcastically")
request him to favor the readers of the
American Florist with a list of the
societies and clubs giving important ex-
hibitions regularly who have adopted the
one judge plan, with the exception of the
Toronto organization.

Wm. J. Stewart.

Greenfly.

Ed. Am. Florist: Can you not obtain
for the Florist an article from Prof. C.
V. Riley on the origination of the green fly
or aphis. Harris in "Insects injurious to
vegetation" does not explain the matter
clearly. I find lice on Ipomaea Learii leaves
which had just cast the seed shell. The
surroundings were clean. It certainly
looked as if the egg was in the seed and
hatched after the germination. An Ar-
gyreia telliiefolia, after expanding the
first two leaves and starting the third
leaf, the latter was literally plastered
with lice. It was impossible for them to
have been transferred from other plants.
An article from Prof. Riley would be of
the greatest interest and I trust you will
be able to secure it. F. C. C.

In answer to the above it may suffice to
state briefly that plant lice hibernate in
the winter-egg state or in the condition
of agamic females upon the roots. Most
of the summer generation are composed
of females only and these give birth to a
succession of living young. An occasional
winged generation provides for the spread
of the species. The sudden appearance of
the insects upon greenhouse plants is gen-
erallv due to the alighting of a winged
female upon the plant and the deposition
of living young which begin reproducing
in a very short time. C. V. Riley.

Washington, May 7.

Prof. Riley Resigns.

Prof. C. V. Riley, who has been Govern-
ment Entomologist for nearly twenty
years, has tendered his resignation, to
take efiect Juue 1. Prof. Riley retires at
the request of his family, who feel that he
has earned a right to rest from the ardu-
ous duties he has so faithfully performed
for many years. In his resignation he
urges the appointment of Mr. L. 0. How-
ard, who has been his chief assistant for
16 years, as his successor. He will retain,
however, his connection with the Na-
tional Museum , where he is Honorary Cur-
ator of the Department of Insects. Dr.
Riley has done splendid work during his
connection with the Entomological Di-
vision of the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture,
and he has an international reputation.
He has lecognized the growing import-
ance of a study of the insects affecting or-
namental plants and has always taken
much interest in specimens sent him by us
for investigation. We deeply regret that
he has found it necessary to retire from
the position he has so long and so effi-
ciently filled.

Do YOU want a list of the cemeteries of
the country that use trees, shrubs and
plants largely in the ornamentation of
their grounds and that are apt to be
large buyers of these and other horticul-
tural supplies? You will find such a list
in our trade directory and reference book
for 1894.. Price $2.00.

Do YOU want a list of firms in the trade
that issue catalogues, with key showing
proportion of space given each branch of
the trade in same? You will find such a
list in our trade directory and reference
book for 1894. Price $2.00.

Whenever you want anything per-
taining to the trade, and do not find it
offered in our advertising columns, write
to us and we will take pleasure in assist-
ing you to find what you want.

Please mention the American Florist
every time vou write to an adverti str.

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To PREVENT RrST.— Dissolve one pound of sul-
phate of copper in two quarts of ammonia in a 2-
gallonjar. When dissolved add another quart of
ammonia and stir well. [The liquid can be kept
in this form for some time and used as needed .1
Add a pint of this solution to a barrel of water and
syringe the plants with a fotce-pnmp ever>- two
weeks. And don't let the time for spraying pass
without attending to the operation.

Carnation Notes.

During May and June we are always
sure of having a glut of flowers, except-
ing on special occasions, and yet such
special occasions occur just often enough
to make it worth while carrying the
plants along until about July first. It is
often a question to know what to do
with the flowers part of the time during
those months. Often thej- are rushed in
on the commission houses regardless of
the supply and demand; this is all right
for the grower who has been disposing of
his stock in that way all season, but for a
grower who has been selling to the stores
direct all season to put his stuff into a
commission house and expect good re-
turns is all wrong. In the first place the
house cannot in justice to those who have
been regular consignors place these odds
and ends shipments in the market until
the others are all disposed of, neither can
he use them to break down the market on
his regular consignors. If he does these
things he is no earthly account either to
himself or the trade, and if he docs not
how can the grower expect to get any re-
spectable returns for his stock?

There are three methods of disposing of
one's stock; cither by retail direct, selling
to retailers, or consigning them to a com-
mission house. Either of them conducted
separately makes a nice clean method of
doing business; any two or the three of
tbem conducted at the same time makes a
disagreeable and annoying method of do-
ing business. He who doesonething well
and only one thing well is likely to do
that thing much l>ctter than if he did other
things fairly well. My methods of dispos-
ing of surplus stock may not lie the best
in the world, neither arc they,! think, the
worst. I'irst, if we arc very busy we
make up a nice lot and send them to one
of the hospitals, some days for one ward,
other days for another, the object t)cing
to have plenty of them wherever they arc
made use of. If time is not particularly
precious I take a lot out and Kivcthcm to
•ome sick families who can afford no lux-
uries. This may not lie n dollar and cents
way of disposing of your stock, in fact
ttjmetimcs you will want to arid a dollar
or two with the flowers, but taking from
January 1 to January 1 again, I think you
will Ijc l)cttcr off than if you were to put
your flowers on a market already glutted
to stagnation.

Another point to lie carefully watched
when flowers liccomc plentiful, is to have
them strictly first cIi^sh in every way; you
are then more likely to get something out
cif them; if they arc worth growing nt nil
they are worth growing well.

When you are ready to pull out the
plants, pull them out. honotleavc them
to dry up or rot on the lieds or l>enrhe».
Cleanliness during the summer is just ns
essential to a well rcgulntetl pliitc as it is
in the winter scns<in. Vou do not w/int

to make a harbor for all sorts of insects
and fungoid growths. If your plants
should be affected by the carnation rust
do not throw them on a manure or com-
post heap, but burn them up as com-
pletely as it is possible to do, and do not
save a vestige to breed the rust for an-
other season. A. M. Herr.

The Convention Exhibition.

The executive committee of the Florists'
Club of Philadelphia at its meeting held
on Tuesday, the Sth inst., discussed the
subject of Halls at Atlantic City for the
convention of the S. A. F. next August.

The Morris Guards' Armory and the
Odd Fellows' Hall are engaged, these be-
ing the only available halls suitable for
the meetings and for the trade exhibit,
and the question to be decided was— in
which to hold the meetings? The Odd
Fellows' Hall was said to be too small
for the meeting as it only seats 500. But
on the other bandit was pointed out that
if it was too small for the meetings, it
would be even more objectionable for the
exhibition. After a full and free discus-
sion it was finally put to a vote and de-
cided that the exhibition should be in the
armory and the meetings in Odd Fellows
Hall.

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The accompanying diagram shows the
position ol the two halls. They arc quite
close to each other.

It would seem that the Philadelphia
peojile have decided wisely, for even i( the
first meeting be a little crowded, that is
iK-ttcr than n few hundred peojiledownin
the corner of a great big barn with a
sense of desolation all around them. A
somewhat crowded audience always
lends inspiration to the proceedings.
There will be plenty of room nt the sub-
sequent meetings aftertheopening session
and then the exhibition, even with the
larger ball, will not have enough of room.
The exhibition feature of the convention
Incomes more popular every year, and
promises to be more so this year than
ever before. The ntlrartions of the great
seaside resort will iind<>iilili<lly t.iUe hun-
dreds f)f florists from all parts of the
country who have never iKfore attended
a convention, and it is just these men the
trade exhibitorH want to meet and who
will prove the most profitable visitors to
the exhibition. The shrewd businessiiun
nicalrenily making their nrrangiineiils
for un tffcitive display of their wares at
this great occasion. There will lertninly
Ir- a larger attendance than ever before at

any convention and the exhibitors are
bound to reap a rich harvest. In this
connection it may not be out of place to
remind intending exhibitors that size of
exhibit alone does not count for every-
thing. A neat, compact, carefully ar-
ranged display will give often better re-
sults in a small space than a large badly
arranged exhibit. It takes time and
thought and trouble to plan out a good
stand and it cannot be begun on any too
soon. All applications for space must be
in 30 days before the exhibition opens, so
there is only some 8 weeks ahead in which
to plan out and get the exhibit under
way. A uniform rate of 25 cents per
square foot is charged for all space used.
Those in charge of the exhibition supply
staging, etc., and are prepared to do
everything in their power to facilitate ef-
fective displays and make the exhibition a
grand success. Applications for space
should be sent to the superintendent of
exhibition, Mr. G. C. Watson, 1025 Arch
St., Philadelphia, as soon as possible. Ap-
plication blanks, rules for exhibitors, and
all information promptly furnished on
applying to the superintendent. Write
him.

Chicago.

It will no doubt be surprising to many
when we state upon good authority that
the aggregate amount of cut flowers sold
in the Chicago market exceeds that of
last season by over $40,000, the total
gross sales amounting approximately to
$525,000. There are at present 10 firms
engaged in the regular wholesale business,
but one of these being in business only
about 1 month, only 9 of them are figured
on as doing business the last year. The
sales of these 9 firms aggregate the snug
little sum of $445,000. The returns from
these firms are in most cases verified by
the books and can be relied on as being
nearly correct. The balance of the trade,
amounting to about $80,000, was done
by the members of thcexchange and quite
a number of growers who sell their pro-
ducts to the retail men direct. These fig-
ures are based in a number of cases on re-
liable information but also partly on esti-
mates only. The above figure of $80,000
is therefore only approximately correct,
but is rather under than over the mark.
These figures do not include a vast amount
ol stuff that is grown and sold by florists
who do a retail business on their premi-
ses, or those who operate large establish-
ments for growing their own supply.

The gross amount, exceeding half a mil-
lion dollars, is quite a respectable show-
ing for this city, and when we consider
that an actual gain over last season was
made, in spite of hard times and general
depression in other lines of business, the
result is most gratifying. But vvhcrens
the increase in gross sales is less than 8'/{ ,
then-port from wholesale men shows that
the increase in the amount of stock sold
is no less than 307"; indeed a number of
houses estimate the increase at a iiuicli
higher figure, but even taking this low cs-
tinmtc of .30% it must follow that the
average prices realized have been consid-
erably less than last year.

How iiuuh of this stock is sold for con-
sumption in this city, and how niiiih ol
it is grown here.isn (piestion pretty hard
to figure out. According to estimates
made by wholesale men who do a shi|)-
ping trade .ibout 'IW/v is sent out of the
city, while two firms reiiort 00% as their
shipping trade; others have only 20 to
'ZT,''/,> and some of them do an almost ex-
clusively local business.

As to the amount of stock shipped in

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from outside points some houses report
this to be largely in excess of outgoing
shipments, while others handle exclusively
homegrown stock. On figures obtained
we cannot venturetogive any percentage
which would give a correct idea; it is
however safe to state that the incoming
shipments amount to less than outgoing
ones. We subjoin a few remarks on the
trade by wholesale men.

Kennicott Bros.: Amount of business
larger than last year. Amount of stock
handled fully 33% largerthanever before,
but prices obtained a good deal less on
average. In roses, Beauties were in first-
class demand, with average fair price,
first quality largely for local demand.
Good demand for red roses such as Meteor
and Wootton for most of the season.
Brides in fair demand. Pink sorts such
as Mermets, Duchess, etc., didn't average
as good in demand. For La France de-
mand almost entirely local; little shipping
done in this rose. Violets scarce most of
the season, demand brisk and supply
short, prices good. Bulbous stock, no de-
mand except for valley, prices for the for-
mer not paying for bulbs. Harrisii sold
in large quantities, average prices low.
No demand for springfiowers. Incoming
shipments largely in excess of outgoing,
the latter not as large as formerly. As
compared to aggregate amount sold,
about 30%.

J. B. Deamud & Co.: This firm being
in business a little less than a year no
comparison with last season can be made.
Last season's trade very satisfactory.

Prices obtained considerably less than re-
alized on some grades formerly. Beauties,
of which large quantities are handled,
were always in good demand, and
brought fair prices. Violets in great de-
mand, suoply short. Red roses and
Brides, in small roses, mostly in demand,
supply often short. La France and Al-
bany, if fine, in good local demand, but
little sale for inferior stock. Little ship-
ping trade in these roses. Valley fairly
good in demand. Romans very low in
price and small demand. Harrisii sold
well but prices very low. Stock handled
entirely homegrown, shipping trade about
30%, mostly in the smaller kinds of roses.

Corbrey & McKellar: Amount of busi-
ness showing an increase. Beauties in
steady demand at good prices. Hybrids,
except good Brunners, slow. In smaller
roses, red had the call most of the season.
Meteors and good Woottons being often
short. The glut affected the pink varie-
ties more than other sorts. Carnations
in uniformly good demand and call for
fancy sorts constantly increasing; prices
for this flower satisfactory. Bulbous
stock, no sale. Violets, demand brisk,
supply short. Orchids, the various sorts
of cattleyas sold well, but demand for
other forms slow. Shipping trade about
40%.

Reinberg Bros.' aggregate amount of
business was in excess of last season.
Beauties in the lead. Although large
quantities of these roses were offered last
season, the supply was constantly short
of demand; prices satisfactory. Red roses

most in demand. Meteor particularly be-
ing often very scarce. La France of A 1
quality in good local demand. Shipping
trade constitutes about 1 3 of the business.
These orders call mostly for fair grades of
the smaller varieties ofroses such as Mer-
mets, Brides, Pedes, Meteors and Gon-
tiers and good stock of the commoner va-
rieties in carnations, fancy sorts mostly
for local trade. No stock from outside
points is handled. Large increase in the
amount of stock handled.

The Niles Center Company reports a
good business. This is a companj' of
growers who handle their own stock
principally. A large shipping trade is
done, being about 60% of the gross sales.
Beauties in good demand, selling affair
prices. Jacques when first brought in the
market sold well at good prices but the
latter part of the season prices realized
were low. The same in hybrids. Violets
in great demand, mostly short in supply,
prices good. Carnations in good supply
and demand. Bulbous stock very unsat-
isfactory. Good demand for Harrisii but
prices very low. Mignonette the early
part of the season in good demand realiz-
ing fair prices.

A. L. Randall: Amount of business
about the same as last year. Stock re-
ceived is mostly from local points. Ship-
ping trade about 20%. The demand for
first-class Beauties is almost entirely lo-
cal, little if any being shipped out. In
small roses Meteor takes the lead, the de-
mand being generally far in excess of sup-
ply. Violets always in good demand.

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prices realized satisfactory to the grow-
ers. Carnations, supply large, quality
good, sales satisfactory. Bulbous stock
a drug. Considerable increase in amount
of stock sold.

E. H. Hunt: Business satisfactory.
Considerable stock is received from out-
side points and large quantities are
shipped out, being about 60'"< . The same
points are made here as noted in every in-
stance. Red roses in the class of smaller
roses taking the lead, whilethe pinksorts
generally suffer more in a glut than other
varieties. This house is receiving some
good Kaiserin which sell well. La France
IS in good local demand, but no calls are
made for shipping. Violets here, as else-
where, met with brisk demand. Bulbous
stock, the old story, no demand. Har-
risii sold fairly well but at very low fig-
ures. Carnations very steady for the
season, average prices much better than
roses.

Olsen & Hughes .ind Prince & Co., re-
port a growing business, and in respect
to market conditions their experience is
about the same as those quoted above.

All the members of the new exchange
handle their own stock severally and do
entirely a local business, and so do those
growers who sell to the store men direct,
still there are perhaps a half dozen, more
or less, shipping thtir product to other
markets.

To report the market as extremely dull
has become rather monotonous of late.
The first part of the week business was
probably as dull as it could possibly be,
towards the end, however, a change for
the better was noted, in fact on Saturdaj'
everything was cleaned out and on Sun-
day morning some of the dealers experi-
enced some difficulty in obtaining stock
to fill orders.

The continuous warm weather, with
the thermometer mounting into the
eighties on several days, has had a very
enervating tlTcct on stock in general and
roses in particular; the latter begin to
look very tired. Mermet is puttingon her
Bummer complexion, not at all becoming,
though a few growers are still sending m
some blooms of fair color. Bride is run-
ning considerably smaller. Meteor, on
the other hand, seems to glory in the
warm weather and is at present one of
the best roses on the market. La France
are also fair. Gonticr is played out for
the season. Jacqs are almost entirely cut
out; there will \x but few flowers of these
until the outdoor crop comes in. Beauties
p.re still very good, but these also show
the effect of the e.xtrcme warm weather,
running rather uneven in color.

A good deal of the stock is becoming
badly mildewed. In a general way we
have noticed a much smaller |>crcentage
of mildewed stock this season than in
former years. This would prove that our
growers have learned how to keep this
jKSt in check to a muchlargcrtxtcnt than
was the case in past seasons, when clean
stock used to be the exception and not
the rule.

I'rices in the different rote clasrcs re-
main relatively the some nt last week.
Carnations are in good supply with
gencrallv fair quality. Itemand ftjr these
M steady at prices of last rjuotations.
Harrisii at present are not over plenty.
Longiflorum is coming in freely and which
takes the nlnce of the former to some ex-
tent. These sell nt %r, to $K. The few
violets offered nt present are worthless.

Spring flowers nre in small demand.
Lilac is not nearly as abundant this year,
owing to the severe frosts in April, which
killed many of the flowerbuds. Outdoor
valley is still comingin inlarge quantities

and at $1 per 100 is generally sold out
pretty clean. Tulips are mostly gone, only
a lew Parrots, Gesneriana and late doubles
are remaining, these move very slowly.

Growers and dealers in bedding plants
are hustling at a lively rate. Generally
speaking it is not considered safe in this
latitude to bed out any thing except the
most hardy varieties before the last week
in May, but this spring the weather has
been so uniformly warm and pleasant, in
consequence of which outdoor vegetation
has made such a rapid advance, that
apparently the season is two weeks ahead
of the ordinary time. Under these condi-
tions it is quite impossible to persuade
the purchaser that it is early and rather
risky to venture on bedding out such ten-
der varieties ascoleus, heliotrope, etc. We
noticed a number of beds of these plants
set out last week and if these should live
to see the first daj' of June without en-
countering some frosty nights it will
probably be the first season of the kind.

A meeting of the Florists' Club was held
at the rooms of the new Cut Flower Ex-
change on Thursday last. The trustees,
in whose hands the selection of a suitable
place for holding the meetings in the
future was entrusted, failed to make a
report, so until they do the club will
meet at the above quarters. The several
offers made by wholesale men to hold
these meeting at their places of business
was considered, but the expression of
opinion by those present were nearly
unanimous in favor of establishing head-
quarters for the club in some suitable
down town locality where the club would
have a home of its own.

There has been some lively letter writ-
ing going on in connection with the re-
moval of President Waller of the Lincoln
Park Board. In his letterof removal Gov.
Altgeld took occasion to cast some reflec-
tions upon Gen. FitzSimons, a well known
citizen interested in the construction of a
portion of the Lake ShoreDrive, the work
having been done through an arrange-
ment with the Park Board. Gen. Fitz-
Simons replied in a red-hot letter through
the daily press. The followingcomments
on the same by the Chicago Herald, the
leading organ of the political party of
which the governor claims to be a mem-
ber, though he is now flatly repudiated by
all its best representatives, will be of in-
terest:

Wc presume that no such open letter as that
sent liv General Hitz-Simons to Governor Altgeld
ever l/efore was .iddressed or at any time printcil
by a private citiien in regard to the acts of the
cniefexecutive of a great commonwealth. The
reason whereof is plain. Never before has the
chief executive of a great commonwealth assumed
a role at once so dictatorial and so petty. (Jover-
nor Altgeld combines within his own entity the
prindpTcs of czari.sm and anarchism. His anarch-
ism he desplays to the rabble; his czarism he man-
ifests by despotic interference with the commis-
sioners of parks, the trustees of cluiritnlile inslitu-
tioDS, and other aprxiintcd cflTiclBls, who liy liuv
nre asindepen<lenl in the discharge of the func-
tions of their offices as he is in the discharge of
tlic high ilulies of his exalted position.

To lawlessly meddle, to needlessly nag. to
cnuselcssly provoke, has been Altgeld s jiolicy
from the<lay in which he published a vile dialrilie
.'igainst an honored judge who had prcvcnled his
aci|iiirement of n large sum of money from the
city treasur>- to the day In which he luillied the
West Talk coinmissiimers Into the selection of the
f.srfield I'ark racetrack's tool lo the office of sec-
retary, and to the later day in which lie strove lo
bully the Ni.rth I'ark commissioners into the dis-
charge »f a (aithfiil Bili>erliilendent Ihatone of his
own heelers might lake the place. In short, from
first to last. Ihr governor's p'llicy lias been per-
s*>niil, and necessarily has Ijegollni personal crili-
c-ism. The commonwealth of Illinois is (lisgraced
by the lends l>et ween its governor and cerlnin of
Its honored clllrens. Hut it Is the governor who
has made the feiirls Inevitable the clllzeiis have
no option lirtween submllling In unmanly silence
to his aspersions of their character and to his us-
urpations of th>lr rights and ■ splilled reply to
hi* insolently verbose abuse of official coircspond-
CTce.

It is Dccdiess lo commeiil at length upon Gen-

eral Fitz-Simons' reply to the governor's abuse of
official correspondence. In a letter to Mr. ^Valler,
a park coniniissiouer. Altgeld needlessly, untruth-
fully and libelously assailed the character of Fitz-
Simons and others. The answer is before the
people. General Fitz-Simons is one of the gentle-
men who can say as Byron said to the Scotch re-
viewers. "I, too. can write." He has wiitten.
Governor Altgeld has boasted of a thick hide, in-
vulnerable, as he says, to newspaper criticism, but
if the barbs of Fitz-Siraons have not pierced his
epidenuis then is it brazen indeed.

Mr. Waller took more time to prepare
his reply to Altgeld's insulting letter and
it appeared in last Sunday's papers. In
it he covered minutely his ever}^ act while
president of the board and gave in full his
correspondence with the governor and
the substance of the several interviews
with him about park matters. Mr. Wal-
ler sums up the case as follows in the con-
cluding senterces of his reply and the gov-
ernor's letters fully prove the truth of his
statements as to cause of removal.

I have been removed from office for a single of-
fense— my refusal to allow you to dictate in regard
to the discharge of official duties for which I am
responsible. You desired to make the manage-
ment of the park subservient to your personal in-
terests through the removal of the officers of the
board, regardless of the interests of the public. I
did not consider this consistent with my duty to
the public, uor did I feel at liberty to desert my
post through a resignaiiou. The result was not
unexpected on my part. Malicious and false
chargts are published in the public press by yon
in your official capacity, which capacity alone calls
for'an answer on my part to any charges made by
a person of your well known mental and moral
characteristics.

In this, as in many other of your official acts,
you have prostituted this high office which you
hold to the gratification of personal malice.

Your administration is the greatest load which
the party which placed you in office, but which
you do not represent, has ever been compelled to
carry in this state.

I am content to leave this issue between us to
that last tribunal, the people, whose interest I
have endeavored to protect and ser\-e.

Superintendent Pettigrew is still hard
at work getting matters into such shape
that the park will suffer as little as possi-
ble when he is obliged to go.

The South Park Board has appropri-
ated $75,000 for the building of new con-
servatories in Washington Park. Plans
are being prepared by C. B. Atwood
which will be considered at the next meet-
ing of the Board.

New York.

There was a very good attendance at
the Florists' Club meeting on Monday
evening to greet Mr. Henshaw and listen
to his paper on the influence ofexhibitions
and public parks.

I'revious to the reading of the essav re-
ports of several committees were acted
upon. Ernst Asmus reported for the com-
mittee on smokers that Mr. John H. Tay-
lor would take pleasure in inviting the
members to a smoker on the second Mon-
day in June. He said that Mr. Taylor
proposed to set a good example by pro-
viding an entertainment such as might be
dujilicatcd liy other members without
ovcrliurdeniiig them and that the pro-
gram would lie soiiicthiiig entirely new
and novel and which no one could afVord
to miss.

Mr. Weathered reported for the com-
mittee in charge of the matter of resolu-
tions on the death of Thomas L. Kussell,
and .Mr. Stewart presented similar reso-
lutions for the committee on the death of
Myron A. Hunt, both reports being unan-
imously (iiliiptcd by a standing vote.

C. L. .Mien iiniiounccd that tlicexecutive
committee was making jirogress in the
matter of a chrysanthemum show forncxt
fall and further recommended on behalf of
that committee that the club withdraw
its claim against the Madison S(|uare
Garden Company in connection with the
spring show of 1S93. An explanation of
the committee's reasons for coming to

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this decision was called for and given af-
ter which the recommendation was
adopted.

Mr. Henshaw was then introduced and
read his paper, which appears in another
column, and which was listened to with
close attention. In closing Mr. Henshaw
told of puulic parks in England with
which he was lamiliar where the people
are reminded by sign boards that it is
their own domain and reminded of the
folly of destroying property belonging to
themselves, with the result that no police-
man has ever been required to protect the
plants or flowers. He made a strong plea
in the interest of flower exhibitions and
pronounced these as the most effectual
means of educating the people to a full ap-
preciation of horticulture and referred
most hopefully to the future of the flower
trade.

Mr. Wallace made reference to the in-
creasing complaints of people stealing
plants and flowers from the New York
parks. Mr. O'Mara suggested as a rem-
edy "that we turn the matter over to the
preachers." Mr. O'Mara spoke also of
the widespread eflect of one well kept
garden in a neighborhood and advised
the giving by plant growers of their sur-
plus stock to village improvement socie-
ties and similar organizations as a course
that would surely make a grand return in
the future. C. L. Allen spoke in a similar
vein and urged that the club could make
a strong point by trying to induce the
park commissioners to pay more atten-
tion to decorative plant work.

A vote of thanks to the American Flo-
rist Co. for a copy of the Florists' Direct-

ory was passed with the request to the
secretary that he bring the book to every
meeting for the edification of the mem-
bers.

Cut flower trade is exceedingly dull in
both wholesale and retail lines with no
indications of immediate improvement.
Roses are becoming less plenty and in
quality they average very poor. A party
named Josephs, hailing from Brooklyn, is
said to be playing quite a confidence game
among the growers of Jersey City and
elsewhere, obtaining goods which he sells
at less than cost price but for which he
never pays. Watch out for him.

Philadelphia.

Business is falling off rapidly and each
week seems duller than the last. There
are plenty of flowers, although many
growers have stopped sending in, being
too busy with spring bedding plants to
pay attention to theircut flowers. Prices
for all kinds of stock are about the same
as last week. The warm weather is com-
mencing to tell on the quality, but some
very good roses are still to be had.
Beauties and Belles are now the favorites,
the hybrids being all done. Sweet peas
are very abundant. The first cornflower
of the season was sent in by W. P. Carre,
of Mantua, N. J.; it was very fine.

Harry Weiss, of Wayne Junction, has
purchased three acres of land at Hatboro
and is moving his establishment to that
place.

In commenting on Mr. Scott's very ex-
cellent paper published last week his ideas

were heartily endorsed by several of the
leading growers about here. The opinion
seemed to be unanimous that in large
cities where there was keen competition
store-keepers had to have the best stock
and as a rule they had to buy it from
some of the growers who made a specialty
of the kind they wanted, even if they had
a country establishment of their own, as
flowers from their greenhouses nearly
always suffered by comparison with those
of the simon pure grower. People who
want good flowers and are willing to pay
for them may be put off for a time with
fair ordinary stock, but as soon as they
see something better they want it, and
the old dealer loses his customer. It was
contended that the grower should never
think of going into the retail business,
nor should the store man essay to be a
grower, for while they were two branches
of the same business they could not be
profitably conducted under the same man-
agement.

W. K. Harris is a great lover of animals
of all kinds; not only does he like the do-
mestic beauties of the stable and the
farm, but the proud den'zens of the forest
and the jungle also come in for a share of
his admiration. The circus was in town
last week, and it goes without saying
that Mr. H. was there. On these occa-
sions his greatest pleasure is to feed
peanuts to the elephants, and the way
they extend their trunks is a sight worth
seeing; it does not take the herd long to
find out their benefactor is there, and as
bag after bag disappears, for he never
breaks a package, the small boy looks on
in wonder and as his stock diminishes

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the circus man, all smiles, hurries his at-
tendant out for another sack. K.

Boston.

Dull times. Everybody says so and it
must be true. All are looking forward
with hope to Decoration Day, for
which they are waiting with as much
patience as possible. The hope how-
ever, is mingled with much uncer-
tainty, for the unusually early season
has put much of the outdoor bloom
which is ordinarily relied on for Decora-
tion Day, out of the question. Lilacs,
outdoor valley, tulips, poet's narcissus,
spirasas and magnolias will have disap-
peared long before the day comes round.

Rhododendrons will be in full blast, a
Tery rare occurrence for this section. The
early ones are already showing color and
hardy azaleas are in bloom. Some lucky
growers will have quantities of Astilbe
japonica in for Decoration Day and they
are assured of good returns this time.

The exhibition at Horticultural Hall on
May 12, was conBned mainly to hardy
flowering plants native and foreign, wild
and cultivated, aline in whichthe number
of contributors seems to be rapidly in-
creasing. Many plants native in other
sections of the country have been intro-
duced here by these enthusiasts and these
add much to the interest and value of the
exhibitions. The only plants shown on
this occasion were two well grown speci-
mens of Dendrobium thy rsiflorura from W.
P. Winsor, who also exhibited cut blooms
of another and very beautiful form of
this showy orchid.

Auctioneer McCarthy tells us that the
plant buyers have struck in a week or ten
days earlier than they did last year. A
larger number of growers than ever be-
fore are making consignments of plants
for auction sales, and prices while some-
what lower on some things are yet good
enough to indicate that buyers do not
propose to let their gardens suffer on ac-
count of "trade depression."

Visitors in town: Hugh Dickson, of
Belfast, Ireland; J. R. Fotheringham, of
Irvington, N. V., and Frank Hamilton, of
Tarrytown, N. Y.

St. Paul, Minn.

Summer is here at last and all the flo-
rists arc busy. Ouiteagood deal of plant-
ing out has been done already and a great
deal more remains to 1)€ done. There be-
ing comparatively few hardy shrubs and
rotes here, the demand for l)cdding stock,
as well as window and porch boxes and
lawn vases, is large.

Stock about town is abundant and
looking exceedingly well. An early Easter
made room for bedding stock and favor-
able weather since has brought it on in
good Bhn|)C. Prices arc fairly firm and we
hear of no plants being sold nl such
ridiculously low figures .is in iMinncapo-
lis, where it is reported, geraniums in •!■
and G-inch pots arc planted out at .'?.'> per
100, coleus at $1, and other plants in
proijortion. Any florist who will sell at
•uch prices "cuts hit own throat," to to
tpeak, and doct the trade more damage
than a hundred department stores.

In cut flowers the trade hot Iwrcn good
and i>rice« remain firm. The engineers
convention which met here during the
week hat created more or lets dmuind for
flowers. Added to this is the unu.il num-
ber of May wcddingt, alto coniidcrablc
funeral work, to that the week at a whole
hat been a busy one.

We recently had the pleasure of vititing
the ettablithmcnt of .Mr. I'red Husch in
Minneapolis and found much to intcrctt.

please and instruct. He is the largest
grower of vegetables for the market in
the Northwest and has 60,000 feet of
glass devoted to this industry, besides 60
acres of land under the highest cultiva-
tion. But it is the greenhouses in which
we arechiefjy interested. Two of them
are each 200 feet in length by 35 in width
running east and west, consisting of one
span to the south with a gentle slope. In
these houses we found tomatoes of the
Lorillard variety 12 feet in height loaded
with luscious fruit, cucumbers of the
White Spine variety, just coming into
fruit and laden with a heavy crop. Part
of one house is devoted to wax beans
which are just full of heavy clusters of
long yellow pods.

Another range of 9 houses extending
north and south is also filled with cucum-
bers. In these lettuce and radishes are
grown during the winter months. Other
houses contained parsley, cress, rhubarb,
mint and other table delicacies. Mr.
Busch's output is enormous, but he finds
a ready market lor his products in the
Twin Cities, Duluth and Chicago, in fact
has many oidtrs which he cannot fill.

The houses are well and substantially
built and kept scrupulously clean and
tidy. Cypress sash bars, red cedar posts
and double A glass are used exclusively.

A simple, light and durable ventilator
lift of his own invention strikes us at once
with its practicability and cheapness and
is suggestive of the alert and active brain
of its inventor. The whole plant is sup-
plied with steam heat generated by three
immense boilers and supplied throughout
with water from artesian wells.

In addition to these he has large wash-
ing and packing rooms, where every con-
venience and contrivance to facilitate the
handling of his enormous crop is to be
found. The business is entirely under Mr.
Busch's personal supervision and every
detail is scrutinized by him.

Some of our florist friends could profit
by Mr. Busch's methods and all would
certainly envy his houses. The large ones
especially would be fine for growing
roses.

Mr. Busch however is well satisfied
with the vegetables and would not care
to exchange with the florist and his
I Christmas and Easter harvests, for his
harvest is perennial and as fast as one
crop is exhausted another takes its place,
so that the houses both summer and win-
ter are producers and the products at all
times find a ready market.

Besides being a hustling, active business
man Mr. Busch is genial, entertaining
and hospitable, socially. His library is
well supplied with books on floriculture,
horticulture and vegetable culture, and
he it keeping abreast of the times in all.

Cincinnati.

At the monthly meeting of the Cincin-
nati Florists' Society after the routine
business had been transacted, the society
was favored with a pajKr by Wm. Mur-
phy, a member of the society, on his re-
cent trip to California. The paper gave
minute descriptions of all points of inter-
est, and a bath in "The (jrcnt Salt Lake,"
Utah. The essnyitt was heartily ap-
plauded and a vote of thanks tendered.

.\Ir. Richard Witterstacttcr followed
with a few well chosen remarks in which
he icmindcd tliemcmlxTSlhat Decoration
Day was nearly at honil, and moved tli:it
a committee lie appointed, whose duty it
should l)c to tee to it that the grave of
Mrs. Holroyd, "who had in the goodness
of her heart presented the floristt with this
floral market" be appropriately decor-

ated with the best flowers produced in
this market. Said committee was ap-
pointed.

A vote of thanks was also tendered the
American Florist for a copy of their
trade directory.

Trade has been very quiet. During the
past week Mr. H. A. Kresken had one
very handsome floral piece representing
an urn, made principally of roses, lily of the
valley, callas and adiantums. The height
of the emblem was 4 feet, surmounted by
a dove, and was given by the Duckworth
Club, the occasion being the funeral of
Geo. Duckworth. Numerous other de-
signs were also seen at this funeral.

As the May musical festival opens on
the 22nd the retail florists exoect to do
lots of business. E. G. Gillett.

To move the Surplus.

In view of the heavy surplus of flowers
with which the market is now burdened
would it not be well for the retailers gen-
erally to give the public a chance to enjoy
flowers at moderate rates, letting it be
thoroughly understood that the conces-
sion is a special one and that the low
prices will prevail only during the time
that the market is overloaded?

Would not the insertion of the accom-
panying advertisement by the leading re-

FLOWERS.

Just at present we have an unusually
heavy crop o* flowers and can afford
to sell ihem at

Half usual prices.

For the present choice flowers are
within the reach of the most modest
purse.

This week

Is the time to buy flowers. For after
the present heavy crop is gone we
shall have to put prices back to their
usual level.

SMITH, The Florist,

... 124 Brown Street.

tailers in tlicir local papers bring out
enough additional buyers to make there-
turns from sales larger than at present
and without doing permanent injury to
rates? Will it not be wise for the retailer
to follow a little closer the fluctuations in
the wholesale market, jjarticularly where
these fluctuations are very marked? If
this is done, to get the full benefit, it
should be supplemented by advertising in
the local press, for unless the people are
thoroughly informed of the special con-
cession it will be of no value to the dealer.

If any of our readers try the suggested
adv. or something similar we should be
glad to hear what the results were. Cer-
tain it is that the retailer can afford to
offer at .SO cents a dozen roses that he can
buy at $2 a hundred andif hecan sell 100
dozen at r>0 cents a dozen and only 20
dozen nt $1 a dozen the lower rate is the
most profitable to him and the results
will be c(|tiiilly satisfactory to the grower
through a disposition of a larger share of
his product.

Theiidv. in the local daily might with
advantage be supplemented by a circular
to all who are known to be occasional
flower buyers.

An cITcctive means of calling out buyers
at times of surplus that we know to have
been used was the presentation of small

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sample boxes of flowers to a selected list
of flower lovers. In each box was a card
on which was printed "With the compli-
ments of , Florist." In most

cases (this was in a city of moderate size)
the recipients called the next day in per-
son to thank the florist for the present
and that was when he got his returns.
He explained that his stock was very
large just then and he could afford to be
generous. "Just now," he would add "I
can aiford to give two dozen roses for the
price I have to charge for one at other
seasons, and knowing your fondness for
pink roses I felt I ought, while it was in
my power, to give you the full measure
that was necessarily short when flowers
were scarce and high." The result was
almost invariably a sale of flowers to the
value of a dollar or so, the ladies being
unable to resist the temptation to secure
a bargain.

Nearly every woman loves to have flow-
ers in the house at all times and they will
always gratify their taste if they can do
it at "cut rates." But let it be well un-
derstood that the low rates are for a
brief period only.

St. Louis.

Trade for the past week has been brisker
than usual, planting out has been going
on very extensively, and many popular
varieties have been exhausted at different
establishmentSi. Cut flower trade remains
about the same; there were several heavy
funeral orders from out of town points
that materially helped the market.

There was a rather slim attendance at
the regular club meeting, owing to the
amount of work going on. The minutes
of the special meeting called to take
action upon the death of Mr. Hunt, were
read, and all the actions approved. It has
been decided by the trustees of the Shaw
Estate to offer the medal for the coming
season tor a new plant of decided merit,
limiting the competition to no one class,
and relying upon the judges to make the
proper selection.

Some very good chrysanthemum blooms
were shown by Mr. Halstead, of Belle-
ville. Complaints are being heard from
several parties in regard to theirchrysan-
themum plants throwing flower buds
instead of growing as they should.

Mr. Witten of the Missouri Botanical
Gardens, has been requested to favor the
club with a paper on the relative hardi-
ness of plants under northern and south-
ern exposure, and will doubtless do so at
the next meeting. R. F. T.

College Hill, 0.— George Magrie is
succeeded by tht firm of Magrie & George.

San Francisco. — The aff'airs of thefirm
of Carbone & Monti are in the sheriff^s
hands.

Rahway, N. J. — Wilbur Leonard has
started in business here. Address is P. O.
box 529.

Brooklyn, N.Y.—H.Ericksen, formerly
of Blue Island, III., hasstarted in business
here at 84 Maspeth avenue.

Hannibal, Mo. — Garner Bros., of Kan-
sas City, are establishing a branch busi-
ness here. They are building three green-
houses 18x80.

Helena, Mont. — Mrs. L. J. Wells has
taken personal charge of the Wells' Con-
servatories, the former manager, Mr.
Carter, having resigned.

Orange, N. J.— T. H. Spaulding has
been dangerously sick with pneumonia.
He is still confined to his bed but has been
pronounced now out of danger.

John Speelman, of C. J. Speelman &
Sons, Sassenheim, Holland, hascompleted
his American trip and sails for home by
steamer Maasdam on the 19th inst.

Louisville, Ky.— The greenhouses and
stock of the late A. Lauer have been pur-
chased by Mr. Fred.C.Haupt, proprietor
of the Louisville Floral Bazaar. He will
continue the business at the old location.

Louisville, Ky. — R. T. Lewis has
started in commercially, at corner 9th
and Madison streets. He built a house
20x130 last fall and is now adding
another 30x130. The latter will be de-
voted to roses exclusively.

ViNCENNES, Ind.— Mrs. W. A. Reiman
has purchased the greenhouses and stock
of Mr. J. A. Balmer. She will now have
nearly 11,000 feet of glass. It will be de-
voted mainly to roses and carnations.
Mr. Balmer goes to Pullman, Wash., as
horticulturist of the Washington State
Agricultural College.

Yokohama, Japan. — Our gardens are
now (April 19) at their best, which is
rather early in the season. Most shrubs
have finished flowering, namely single and
double flowering cherries, coryolopsis,
Jasminum Sieboldi, camellias, Forsythia
suspensa. Daphne odora, magnolias in va-
riety, spiraeas in variety, etc. Maples are
lovely now. L. Boehmer & Co. will have
5,000 Paeonia arborea in full bloom in
about a week.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

AdTertleements under this head will he Inserted at
the rate of 10 cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

SITUATION WANTBD-Bt young man of slight ex-
perience with llorlBts. References. Address
Nels Peterson, 7y S. Jefferson St.. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED— As assistant gardener and
florist: 6 years' experience In all branches; good
references. E. Adey, Flatbush Station, Brooklyn.

SITUATION WANTED— By a gardener and florist,
flve years' experience; private or commercial
place; references. Gakdexek, care Am. Florist.

SITUATION WANTED-By young German florist;
O sober and reliable, good worker; catalogue trade
preferred; steady employment: state wages. Address
M. care American Florist.

QITUATION WANTBD— By experienced cut flower
O and plant Krower, age ;i:i. married; steady place
now or later; slater ages. Address

C. Ek.nest, 139 Melrose St., Chicago,

QITUATION WANTED— By young woman to learn
O general greenhouse work ; Wisconsin or neighbor-
ing states preferred. Address

Miss MiRi.\-M Jewett. Sparta, Wis.

SITUATION WANTED-By thorough practical flo-
rist and gardener: well up In all branches, gentle-
man; private or commercial place; No. 1 rose grower;
best references. G. W.. t>o.x yy. Brooklyn Village, O.

SITUATION WANTED— By competent florist and
gardener, well posted, single man open for en-
gagement. Full particulars In answer must be given.
Address \V B K.

IW Spring Garden St.. Philadelphia, Pa.

SITUATION WANTED— By flrst-class designer, also
willing to make himself useful In greenhouse If
necessary; single man of 30; flrst-class references.
Win work for moderate salary If steady place. Ad-
dress C W. care American Florist.

SITl'ATKl.V \V.\XTEli— To take charge, by a single
man; life experience: a tine grower of roses, car-
nations, violets, and plants. Also making up. (iood
references as to ability and moral character. State
wages, etc. Fluuist, 12VI N. Clark St.. Chicago.

SlTl'ATION WANTED-By experienced man as
working foreman In retail commercial establisli-
ment. Well pnsteti In roses, carnations, chrysantlie-
raums, bulbs, palms, ferns and all the reiiulreraents
for supplying a flrst-class store. Address, with all
particulars, H. Stocking, care Wllshlre Bros..
t:61 Sherbrooke St.. Montreal.

SITUATION WANTED-By a gardener and florist;
;iS years of age: life experience; Hi years In this
country, as headgardener or manager; thoroughly
versi'ii In all Its branches. Also in mushroom culture.
Woulil like situation In any of the eastern states. For
Information tir reference please address G.MioENElt.
care Wm. J. Stewart. tJT Bromfleld St., Boston. Mass.

WANTED — Active man experienced In growing
roses, etc. ; also for general plant trade.
COLIN Skinner. Davlsvllle P. O,

North Toronto, Ontario. Canada,

WANTED— An experienced man to propagate and
grow catalogue stock. Including roses (no bloom),
one who can olrect help; must t)e temperate.

WEBSTER Bros , Hamilton. Ont.

WANTED— To buy a iKiiler and pipes for hot water
heating with capacity of heating at least four
lOO-f oot houses. Give lowest cash price. Address

A. C. Lamprecht, Ashland, Ohio.

WANTED— Two young men to assist in greenhouse
work. Wages ?2U a month and board. Must
have had some experience.

PoEHLMANN BROS.. Morton Grove, 111.

WANTED— A good all-round man to grow roses,
carnations, general greenhouse and early veget-
able stock; willing to work In and outside; must be
temperate and reliable. Address, stating wages ex-
pected, experience and references.

MRS. W. A. RiEMAN, Vlncennes, Ind.

WANTED— A PARTNER— To join me growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a flrst-class open
Ing for the right man.

WILFRED A. Brotherton, Rochester, Mich.

lOR SALE CHEAP— Large second-hand florist's Ice
Box, value about $75. Vatghan's Seed Store,
88 State Street, Chicago.

F

F

lOR SALE— 2 large Bav Trees, round beads. 7 feet
broad, 12 to 14 feet high. Sbovm at World's Fair.
Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago.

FOR SAX.E OR RENT— My place at Bowmanvllle,
Itj.OOO feet of glass, steam heat, plenty of stock.
Good chance for man with a little money.

Wm. Jacqces, Bowmanvllle. 111.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
glass florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.
Co8t>250. Vaughan's Seed Stoke,

I4t; & 14S West Washington St.. Chicago.

FOR RENT— A fl^8^clas8 commercial place In suburb
of Chicago, containing IS.tXX) square feet of glass,
well stocked with best varieties of forcing roses. Ad-
dress Renter.

care Olsen & Hughes, 66 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

FOR SALE— The stock and good will of a paying-
florist business In a thriving Maryland town. Lo-
cation exceptionally good. Rare chance for a goodi
man with a small amouot of capital. For particulars
addresB Hebard, care American Florist.

FOR SALE— At less than cost, greenhouses of 3.500
feet of glass; all In good repair; houses filled
with cut flower, vegetable and bedding plants. Big
trade; no opposition; big vegetable plant trade. Rea-
sons for selling other business.

J. C. LeFevre, Paxton, III.

At a bargain, the best ratall florist place (I store and
greenhouses) In the city and doing a good business;
poor health reason for selling. For further particulars
address H. F. Halle. 548 W. Madison St.. Chicago.

Weathered Boiler, improved double dome No. 6,
capable of heating l.f^OO feet of -i-inch pipe. Good
as new— been used only a little over a year. Will
be sold cheap for cash.

GEORGE CREIGHTON, Poughkeepsie, N. Y.

Five greenhouses containing over 3,000 feet of glass,
one 4-room dwelling houwe, bam and workshop, In one
of the largest cities In Colorado. Greenhouses wel!
stocked with roses, carnations and a large assortment
of bedding plants for spring trade. Only two gi'een-
houses In the city. Good retail trade; established 4
years. Possession given at once. For particulars ad-
dress Victor Johnson, Colorado Springs. Colo.

X3KSSOXjXJ'X*XO£«' PffOTIO^l-

Notice is hereby given that the co-partnership
heretofore existing between Arthur Newell and
Joseph N. Kidd under the firm name and style of
Newell & Kidd and located respectively at Kansas
City, Missouri, and Saint Joseph. Missouri, is by
mutual consent this day dissolved. Mr. Arthur
Newell will continue in the business as a florist in
his individual capacity at Kansas City. Missouri,
and Mr. Joseph N. Kidd will be located in the
same line at Saint Joseph, Missouri.

Kansas City, Missouri, April 30, 1801.

PHILADELPHIA

AT AUCTIOSr MAY 2L

AUGUST ROLKER & SONS,

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

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The American Florist.

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Buffalo.

Our club has dwindled down to about
twenty live florists, and only about half
of them can be got together at one time.
So it was thought that it was not neces-
sary to rent a hall or meeting place for
this handful. Therefore it was resolved
that hereafter until further notice we
should meet in the houses of the difterent
members, and, judging from the experi-
ence of the first meeting of this sort, it is
going to be a success. Business was well
attended to, and at its conclusion Mr.
John F. Cowell gave us a half hour's talk
on colors. It was most instructive as
well as entertaining and was finely illus-
trated. At a rather late hour the meet-
ing adjourned and we were all preparing
to depart, but "Andy" (we were at the
house of our president, W. A. Adams |
would not have it so, and we had to walk
into another room and take just enough
of his hospitality so that there would be
no fear of our snfferinj' during the night
with long fasting. It was neatly done
and not overdone, and the first man who
attempts to spread himself any further in
this direction will immediately get his
walking papers from the club. Half an
hour was most pleasantly spent listening
to a short program of music, both vocal
and instrumental, much of which was
intensely enjoyed, for it was of the gilt
edged sort, particularly the humorous
part. The next meeting of the club will
be held in Juneat the house of Mr. Cowell
on West Ferry street.

Mr. Dan'l B. Long has issued a very
neat invitation to the trade of the cit}-,
and I presume western New York, to at-
tend bis third annual opening on the
15th. Dan knows how to run these
things, and I know I will have something
good to report next week.

Business has been quite fair the past
week and everything is at least two
weeks earlier than ordinary. Our great
stand-bys, lilac and lily of the valley,
which are greatlj" depended on to help
out at Decoration Day in cheap flowers,
will be entirely gone at the end of the
month. Violets are about gone; other
flowers in good supply.

We have had a goodly numbcrof drum-
mers with us this week, but they were
mostly of a kind that you could talk to;
among them Mr. James S. Taplin. repre-
senting Mr. Joostcn and Mr. Vauchan,
who talks for J. C. Vaughan and talks so
neatly and pleasantly that you arc al-
most Borrv when he is gone, W, S.

Nrw Catalogue (No. -1)
containing over 1,000 Orni-
mental Cuts for Florist'i uae,
»ucli tLH envelopes, letter
hrndfl, liill-headjt, cardji,
■dvera., floral deaigni, etc.,
at from Mc. and npwardi.
I'rice of Catalogue !i"i eta,
(drducte*! from $1 order)

A. BLANC.

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA. PA

x'tcwHtcrvA.!

To Intro'luce otjr X,\ aeedllogn will wild 'JOO for
aCov
tranftplanled. :J0n0crood

II 00 \fy rxprea*. 3 Incheii af*ove ground, once
*ran»planleM. :;ot"
PANSIES yi at fi i'l t>cr 100 Speak '|iiick.

W J SWOLB. IViiUtlDarton. O.

CJTWTTT A 'V nio- planta in I'l.-lntli |<M«

OJ*LX XJjn.,i^, 12 Ofi ty-r Ktl. II.'. n» prr Itno

Tranaplantrd seedllnga. II prr Ufl. ft iier 1000

A few hundred Koaea- Meteor, frrlr and Hoate

SURPLUS ROSE STOCK.

We have the following surplus stock of Ro-es in 2 and 2yo-inch pots that we wish to
dispose of as we need the room.

2.000 BRIDES Oi $3.00

1,000 MERMETS (a 3.00

2.000 ALBANY 0 3.00

2.000 LA FRANCE (" 3.00

2,000 PERLES (" 3.00

1,000 METEORS fr $3.00

5,000 BEAUTIES f" $6 to 8 00

500 BRIDESMAIDS, 3-in. pots (" 8.00
1,000 " 2-in. pots(" 5.00

1,000 KAISERIN, 2-lnoh pots (0 3.00

BASSETT & WASHBURN, Hinsdale, HI.

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-incli pots,

Testout,
Meteors,
Brides,
La Prance,

$5 00 and $6 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00

We will quote vou special price on Beauties in lots of 500 or more.

REINBERG BROS., 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSfllHTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jersey.

Cuaius, Beauties,
Niphetos. Testouts,
Iia Frauce, Mermets,

Brides. Bridesmaids,
Perles. Meteors. Hostes.
From 2 3 and 4-in. pots.

A,i,.re^.sfor<,uo,auon5^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES. Madison, N. J.

Sole AKentB fur U. S. for Clias. Marintosli & Co., KiikIhikI, Iiiveiiiors of Vulcanl/eil Indln Rubber,
Extni BtroHK greenhouse liose lo wltli-ttuml liich presBure. *4-ln.. :>-pl.v. loc. per foot In irtl feet leiitiths.

H (nch rro'Iy for ■ ■hift. |« 00 inrr UJO
JOSEPH E. BOMSALL. WHolMile Florist. Salem. 0.

2 GENT ROStS.

200,000 from 2'. -inch pots, at
$20 per 1000; $2.50 per 100.

STRICTLY OUR SELECTION. %'.r^

50,000 from 4-inch pots, at
$50 per 1000: $6 per 100.

VARIETIES IN STOCK.

HYBRIDS— M. Baum.inn, Black Prince, Al-
fred Colomb, F. De Lesseps, De Graw,
DutTerin, Edinburgh, Holmes, Giant of
Battles, Lefebvre, Lyonnaise, Prince
Arthur. E. Verdier, E. Fuerst.

HYBRID TEAS— Weilshott, Meteor, Pink
Kover, La France, White La France,
Albany, Wootton,

TEAS— Bravy, Gontier, Golden Gate, Mer-
met, Brides, Passol, President, Rubens,
Anna Ollivier, Perle, Sunset, Scliwarz,
Watteville, Hoste, Salviati, Satrano,
Waban.

CLIMBERS— Baltimore Belle, Seven Sisters,
Tennessee Belle, Gustave Gossard, Mar-
echal Niel, Solfaterre, Devoniensis, La-
marque, Perle, Richardson.

Also Queen's Scarlet, Soupert, Chatelard,
Pernet, Kuster, Mignonette and other
varieties.

Ounlilv of stcxrk ^inrntitcrd. Pcrioiinl ititprctton

lrivite<I. SciiM for quotation on your own f»rlcctiou.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,
JUST RECEIVED prcsh Sccds

I.H-... \Vi..lil..i|lBnii ot III) oip'T l'"'J

■ .■onia llnrlnnloa at M.HperlUUU

onl.tr at onrw.

W. A. MANDA.

The Universal Horticultural E^tabliHhment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

Per 1000

American Beauties, from 2>^-inch

pots $50 00

3-inch pots , 70 00

Mermets, from 3-inch pots 50 oo

Brides, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Perles, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Testouts, from 3-inch pots 60 00

J. T. ANTHONY,

2205 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO.

MAMAN COCHET.

The best Tea Rose ol the importation
of '93. In color it is on the style of Cath-
erine Mermet but deeper and the bud more
beautiful, of extra large size, strong grower
and perfectly free from mildew — a superb
rose. PRICE:

5 inch pots $ 5 00 per doz.

4 inch pots 20,(10 i)er ICO.

.'(-inch pots IK 00 per 100.

2}<.in. pots 15.00 per 110.

49*Caah with the order.

JOHIV COOIC,

318 N. Charles Street, BALTIMORE, MD.

MitnlUin AiiiMrlcnn Klorl.l

Brideii, Mcrinit». I'eilcs. Ciisins. Iloste, Wnlte-
ville. Oonticr. Meteor nnil I.a I'rnncc. at $4.00 per
100. Ilrlile»niiii<l niid Beauty, nt JO.OO per fOO.
SlronKly rooted Ileiiuly cutting*, at }.'i.00 per 100.

Special prices on quantity. Let me price your
lilt*. Cnnli with order.

ROBERT F. TE8SON.
Wrat Knroat Turk, ST. I.OI'I.S, MO.

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995

Our. Great Specialty- The new

lmrge flowering canna5 are. the

BUDDING PLANT5 OF THE: TOT U RE. We
HAVE ALL THC BEST 50RT5 AND -NONE
3UTTHE BE5T ThE: PICTURE 5H0W5A
WERY / 5MALL PAR.T OF OUR GREAT
DI5PEAY^ Of OVEi^ 4.000 PLANT5 AT THE

WORLDTf AIR. 5eND TOR . OUR CATALOGUE GIVING ¥ EULL
LI5T Of- \;ARIETIE5. I^^WCf OEEER— '-

7

m.

^""^ >:^jf'^'^^^^mM

Mme. C. Testout

A.ivr>

K. A. Victoria.

2^-inch pots, $3.00 per 100

1 have a fine stock of these two money makers, in 2>^-inch pots, in splendid
shipping condition. Get your stock from the Rose King of the West. I won
1st on these two Roses at the great World's Fair Chrysanthemum Show in compe-
tition with most of the leading rose growers of America. Also 1st for both at
Indianapolis. Testout, $6.00 per 100. Victoria, $5.00 per lOO. Also all the lead-
ing varieties of Chrysanthemums, J3.00 per 100. Centaurea gymnocarpa, large.
Basket plants, $3.00 and $4.00 per 100. Cash must accompany all orders.

ROSE PLANTS.

6,000 AM. BEAUTIES, 4-inch pots, $90.00
2,000 BRIDES, S'/z-inch pots, 45.00

1,000 PERLES, 3>^-inch pots, 45.00

1,000 MERMETS, 3>^-inch pots, 45.00

Cool grown, for our own use.

All very choice. Have never seen our Beauties
equaled. ' Would be cheap at $125.00. Will pay for
themselves before others bloom, and always lead.

BRANT & NOE, Forest Glen, III.

or L. M. NOE. MADISON, N. J.

"MUST SELL"

to make room. Young roses, strong, 2%-
inch Brides, Mermets, La France, Albany,
Perles, Woottons, at 3c.: $25 00 per 1000.
Smila.x plants, ready to plant, ic. Cash

with order

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO.. Springfield, (II.
Mention American FHorlet.

flineriGan Beaoiies.

One thousand extra strong 2V2-inch
pot plants, ('I 6.00 per 100.

GEORGE A. HEINL.

337 Summit Street, Toledo, 0.

ROSES. ROSES.

Brides, 2>4

Mermets,

Perles,

Sunsets,

La France,

Albany,

Niphetos,

Wootton,

■inch $3.50 per 100

4.00

3>^-inch of above varieties$6.00 per 100
Ageratum May Flower (best
blue). 2>^-inch pots $2.00 per 100

F. O. Box 72, KAKSAS CITY. MO.

Rose Plants.

K. A. Victoria. 2j2-inch .

$5.00 per 100

Meteor, 2>^-inch -l.OO per 100

Bride. 2>^-inch. .3.30 per 100

Bridesmaid, 2M-inch, S5, 3-inch, S.OO per 100
Strong, thrifty plants.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

200 Niphetos Roses, 20 inches high, $10.00 per 100.
Bouvardias, rooted cuttings, 5 vars, $1.50 "
Blue Lobelias, for Baskets, ready to bloom, $2.00

per 100.
Verbenas, $2. .50 per 100. Extra 6ne colors.

Write for list and low prices.

MoCREA & COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

^^o'cK 100,000 ROSES. %

In prime condition for plantloi; out or repottlnK
Young stock full of vti^or. We name a few sorts;

I*erle. Sunset. H. M. Stanley. Golden Gate. Victor
Hugo. Brownlow. Ctesse. de Labnrthe. Kruejjer. J. B.
Varrone. Nlveus. Jlme. Camllle. Homer. Aurora. A.
Christopble. Bon Sllene. Coquette de Lyon. J.
Schwartz. Salvlatl, Souv.de F.<iauMn, Souv.de Pemet.
Striped. White and E*ink La France. Bride. Memiet.
Christine de Noue, Mme. Pierre Gulllot, Meteor. Her-
mosa. t,>ueen's Scarlet, M. NIel. Lamarque. Solfat«rre,
Euphrosvne. Dijon, E. Pradel. Reve d'Or. Lady Wash-
ington. W. A. Richardson, Reine Olga, Paoueretle,
Mignonette. C. Brunner. Mrs. Deeraw. Kmpreea
Eucenle. Bosanquet, and dozens of other good sorts.

Above assortment, not in excess of anyone sort, SJ.OU
per HXj: SW.tNi per ILHiT.

HYBRID PERPETLTALS: Anna de Dlesbach,
Ma^na Charta. Waltham. Glolre de Marpottln, J.
Hopper. D. de Mornv. Ulrlch Brunner, Paul Neyron.
Glolre Lvonnul8e,<>scarI>amarque.Countes8 of Oxford,
Mme. Ciias. Wood, I'has.I^efebvre, Dlnsmore. Caroline
Goodrich H. Schultheis. La Relne. Earl of Pembroke
Dr. Andry. etc., etc. Price. %4 per 100; J40 per lOOU.

CLIMBERS: Bait. Belle. Prairie Queen. Tennessee
Belie. *;i.00 per li.iO: SIU.OO per 1000.

A big stock of boddlnK plants. Write for quotations.

Address NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

Mention American Florist.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of young rose plants out of
2yi and 4-inch pots. Mermets, Brides, La
France, Perles and Bridesmaids. Apply

GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Glenville, Cuyahoga Co.. Ohio.
When wrttlng mention the Amebicax Florist.

996

The American Florist.

May 17,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, 10 Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. $1.40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gaaranteed.

Discounts. 6 times. 5 per cent: 13 times. 10 per cent;

26 limes. 20 per cent: 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

'?

Florist Is for Fiorlsta. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines OKLy. Please to
remembe It.

Orders for less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion In the issue f'-T the fullowinp Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

St. Louis Subscriber. — Yon can (3o no
better than to secure a copy of our trade
(Jirectorv aniJ referenc book and study
pages 155 to 199, on which appear Mr.
Scott's seasonable hints for the year. We
can not answer your last inquiry. Pos-
sibly an adv. in our want column would
put you in communication with someone
having such material to sell. Give your
name and address with future inquiries
so we may be able to answer by mail if
that shonld seem desirable.

Wages.

What are usual wages given to ladies
for making up and decorating? Also for
flower store work? O.ne in the Trade.

The above question is very indefinite.
The wages given to ladies as well as those
paid to men vary with the ability of the
party and character of the work required,
etc. There are but few instances where
ladies are given full charge of tliedecorat-
ing and making up work in large estab-
lishments; in thesecases probably asalary
of from 51,000 to $1,200 per year is
rarely exceeded. Ladies are employed
more generally as assistants, cashiers,
etc., many of them not receiving more
than $6 or Ss per week.

REMOVAL NOTICE.

Do vof WANT Mr. Scott's seasonable
hints for the year in book form, so that
yon can refer readily to his suggestions
for any week in the year? You will find
them in this form in our trade directorv
and reference book for 189+. Price $2.00.

Y'ou CA.N never invest $2 to better ad-
vantage than in a copy of our trade
directorv and reference book.

NOTICE.
Chicago Flower Exchanj^jc.

At ft upccuil tnc«^tng of the StockhoUlcni of the
Chicago Cut Flowrr Kichniigc. h^U! nt No. Ah
J^kc Street. Saturdfiy inorninf^. April 2H(h. it waa
rewilved to (linc'-'ntiniJe the buKinrkt. All prr*oim
having cUimft iiK'ii"*t the Chtca^o Cut Flower
KxchanK*:' «re rrqurnted !■> prenenl tame at once,
anrl thoM- in'lrMr^l totald Hxchangcarcrcfiueited
to make payment with^/iit (lelay tu

SEO. KLEHM, Sac'y,

SB Wabash Avrniir. CHICaOO

FOLDING

^ mc ptuiaiimDiNB nmit «?'>'MPAPER
fOB cUi noyxos ^ R f) X F S

for CUT
Flowers,

M«0« from r»-mTT MitnilU llni*0. ^um^Xm.,: -i [■
M-1 rf.a joi/Ik"! I'lj In % 'Tat«-

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson ft OlUton Bts.. CHICAOO.

'I ti.l;rilo.%K Mai.v 4'.1'

This is to inform our friends and patrons that on and
after May ist, '94, we will be located at

59 WABASH AVENUE, M Floor, CHICAGO,

where we will be pleased to see you. We are now as were
before prepared to fill all orders with good stock and prompt
shipment. Come and visit our new quarters when you are in
the city.

We remain yours,

NILES C&NTER FLORAL 60.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

piiou 11111,1 4508. 64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAOO.

We are prepared to fiU your orders with Pirst-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING, "".Tu'.l""

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KAHUS.
CUT STRINGS s to iz feet long, so cts.

Shipped in large or Hinall quantities to any part of the country. Orders by mall, tele-
graph or telephone. _ ^^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

lH/^ Hardy Cut Ferns,

W^*- BOUQUET GREEN.

'iff^ Laurel and Oreen Festooning, Wreaths, Etc.
SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SCCCESSOK TU

PEGK & SUTHERLAND.

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

H. L. SUNDERBRUCH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut streets,

W. ELLISOIV

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

/••02 PINE STREET,

♦ tft^t. K^ocalM, Ado.

(Sorrr.m.r lo l.l,I,ISON & KIKHN),

^i»^« W H O L E S A L E »:«^Hff

1122 1-IlTIC STR-ICKT,

Mt. JL^ovalaiv Ado.

A ooinpl«t« lln« of Wlr» l>AalffDB.

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

495 Waihin(|lnn SI . BUFFALO. N. Y.

(•IIIITIN llitll- ( AllKrI'l.l.Y Ant.MiKl) TO.

(»TIIKI( HI'KCIAI.TIKS:

Klorlnl.' Mn|iplli'a. WIrp DmlKna, llilllw,
l.ttng'* KlorUtH l'Uittitgrntthn>n4^v\nTuv ml.
falAl'^uoa. l.).u. Terma. etc . uii application.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^^

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent (or the GREAT ANTIPEST.

THE DIRECTORY

For 1M04

IS NOW RtflDY.

PRICE S2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164. CHICAGO.

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997

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 <e 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
CHXOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUFFIiIES.

Telephone Main 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

85 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
$5.00 and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT.

Wholesale Plorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS. BUI.BS AND AI^i;

FI.ORISTS' SUFFI.IES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

Phone Main 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

5/ WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CHICA.O-0.

MONS. OLSEX.

Horace r. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 4Tst;. ConHignments Solicited.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
Boom 2. CHICAGO.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTremontSt., BOSTON, MASS.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine lxx)k
of 160 pages. Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE MeFARUND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©yv'Rofeiiiafe Marftct*.

Cut Flowers.

NEW TORK. May 14.

Rosea, Perle. Cusln.WattevUle 1.00® 4.00

Meteor, Mermet, Bride 1,000 4.00

Bridesmaid 2.00® 6.00

Testout 2.00® 5.00

Beauty 2.00®20.00

Hybrids 2.00®2u.00

Jacqs 6.00®15.00

Carnations 1.00® S.UO

Harrisll 60® 2 50

Valley 1.00® 2.00

Daffodils 2.00® 3.00

Sweet peas 75® 1.00

MlKUOnette 2.00® 4.00

Marguerites 50® ."5

Smllax 15.00®25.00

Asparapis 35.00®50.00

Adlantum 1.00

BOSTON, May 14.

Boses, NIphetos, Gontler 1.00® 2 00

Perle, Sunset 1.00® 2.00

Bride, Mermet 1.00® fi.OU

Jacqs lO.OOaitl.OO

Brunner 3.00®16.00

Carnations 26® 1.50

Harrisll 6.00® 8.00

Lily of the valley, Mignonette 1.00® 2 UU

Sweetpeas 1.0^

Marguerites 25® .50

Adlantum „ 1.00

Smllax 12.00®15.00

Asparagus 50.00

PHILADELPHIA, May 14.

Boses, Perle, Gontler, NIphetos 2.00® 3.00

CUBin, Wattevllle, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet, La France 3.0O® 6.00

Kalserin, Bridesmaid, Testout 6.00® 8.00

" Belle, Beauty 10.00®25.00

•• Jacqs 10.1K)®15.00

Carnations, fancy 2.00® 3.00

good ordinary 75® 1.25

Valley.... 3.00® 4.00

Yellow daisies 100® 1.50

Mignonette 1.00® 1.50

Asparagus 50.00® lO.OO

Harrisll lilies 6.00® S. 00

Sweetpeas 60® 1,00

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids U.OOSIO.OO

Bmllai 16.00®20.00

CHICAGO, May 15.

Roses, Meteor. La France 3.00

Mermet. Bride. Perle 2.0J

Woolton, Duchess 2.00

•• Testout 6.0O®6.0O

" Beamy . 18.C0®25.00

good ordinary $15.00 per 1000

Carnations "^ VfS

fancies 2.50

Valley, outdoor 1.00

LoDglllorum 5.03® 8.0

Sweet peas 1.00® 1.50

Smilax 15.»0

Asparagus :ib.w

CINCINNATI. May 14.

Boses, Beauty 10.U0®26 00

Mermet, Bride 3.0O® 4.00

La France 5.0O

Perle 2 00® 3.00

Carnations 1.00® 3.00

short ,70

Callas, Harrisll „„„ ?;i5'

Sweetpeas 1.00® 1:26

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Smllax 15.00

Adlantum 1.00

Asparagus 5J.0t

BUFFALO, May 11.

Roses, Beauties 10.UO®25.00

Mermet, Bride 4.00® 6.00

" Meteor 3.00® 6.00

Gontler, Perle Hoste 3.00® 5.00

■■ Cusin 3.00® 4.00

Callas. Harrisll t. 00® 8.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.50

Daybreakand Wm. Scott 1.60® 2.U0

Valley 2.C0® 3 tO

Violets .50

Tulips. Daffodils l.dO® 3.00

Sweet peas ."lO® 75

Mignonette 1.00® 2.00

Smllax 16.00®20.00

Adlantum 100® 1.50

Asparagus 50.00

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS,

HORTICtJlTnRAL AUCTIONEERS,

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES.

FLORISTS'
VASES.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pri" ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

Wholesale Florist.

DESIRABLE STOCK FOR

Weddings,

School Graduations

and Commencements.

The product of the most extensive and
successful growers for the New York
market

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St„ NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SttERlDflN,

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on applicatioa

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK.

WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST.

Careful ShippliiB to all parts of the cotintry.
Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER Iff

Cut* Flowers.

S7 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,
NEW YORK CITY

Kstablished 1879

Mention American Florist

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. tSth STREET,

998

The American Florist.

May ij^

^Re 3®«e^ UrQcje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W.ATI.EB Bc-RPEE. Philadelphia, president; A. L.
Dov. secreiarv and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New Torlt. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
June, at Toronto. Ont.

Reports from the California seed dis-
tricts indicate continued drought, which
will reduce some of the estimates of large
crops made earlier in the season. The
lima bean district in Ventura county is
reported to have suffered severely.

Mr. F. Howcroft, of Howcroft &
W'atkins, of London, has just made a ten
days trip through the United States, re-
turning on the Majestic from New York,
May 16th.

Mr. Chas. p. Braslan is now in Cali-
fornia.

Mr. E. V. Hallock will hereafter rep-
resent Messrs. Vilmorin, Andrieux & Co.,
of Paris, with office at 26 Barclay street,
New York.

Mr. W. a. Birpee was suddenly re-
called from California on account of the
severe illness of his mother.

Missouri State Horticultural Society.

The semi-annual meetingof this society
will be held at Harrison ville. Mo., June 5,
6 and 7. An exhibition will be held in
connection with the meeting. Programs
may be had on application to the secre-
tary, Mr. L. A.Goodman, Westport, Mo.
Il is announced in the program that Mif-
Eouri now has no less than 46 working
county horticultural societies.

Do YOU WANT a complete alphabetical
list of carnations in commerce in America,
with name of introducer, date of intro-
duction and brief, accurate description of
each? You will find such a list in our
trade directr rv and reference book for
1S9+. Price $2.00.

Do yof WANT the census statistics re-
f;arding the florist, nursery and seed
trades? You will find them in our trade
directory and reference book tor 1894-.
Price $2.00.

The American Florist and Gardening
together to one address for $1.75. Send
orders to the American Florist Co.

CflTflUOGUE. PRINTING.
tLEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFariand Co.

. . . iiAKKiHitruc;, I'A.

Mrrtlor Ant«»nrnn Kl'-rlpl

1 .

I.«iit .'141 )■
I..1 Kpitt.

SIW \OHK.

I •■lii|>lrlr Htoi k ol
A( Iti-itiKintiltl*' I'rif CN

I'P'.ii K i.i-i I r.K.i-

Al'l'l.ll A I MiV

PRICES LOWER ON

Hiilbs I IManls

OF 8TAN0AMD QtJALITV.

for f *ntn|(»Kii«-, ;i'|(lrr*«

C. H. JOOSTEN. IMPORTER,

.1 « ..rnlira sl||.. > t. W lUHK.

}\o. 427-9 Saxbome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQUARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST

TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And.Ni Bulls LILY BULBS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for sjiecial contract prices.

Elstobliahecl XS30.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN,

]» I i:,i:<e; <3t o Ad ,

MOr^CA^lVD,

XjAx-gest Cab-ro-^wox*™ of

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCIHC BULBS.

'Wholesale In^ipoxters slnotald write us for Prices,
ouis m;w ti{.\i)k list now hkady.

Including Lil. lancifolium and Harrisii. Narcissus Von Sion, etc.
Further AZALEA INDICA, the best varieties.

8i^' Now is the tinu- to order these articles. Ask for prices, wliich are very jiioderate.

L. C. BOBBINK, "cr„\t:i'Xr&7' Meyer's Hotel, Hoboken, N. J.

SUMMER DELIVERy.

IKKKSIAS, Ml,. I.<>N<;IKI.<)-
Itl'.M, «;AI.I.AS, (ilCM «AI.I.AS,
.\MAI{YI,I.IS, CAI.IKOKMA
Itl'I.IIS, ItroflliiMin, (.'iiloclioritiH,
I'KKI-; l"l-:itN STKMS. iiixl Ain-

triilliftli riiliiiS«-i-fl>«. Srri'M'iroiir Nkw I'll HT I.I HT.

H. H. BERGER & CO..

Eilabliihfd IR78. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN &, SONS,

Houtvaar|.Ov«rvo(!n near Haartem. Holland.

I iroAers of Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-

cr.sus, etc. Catalonue free on application.

Special price-, ^ivcn (or lar^'c quantities.

I£«t<al>ll»l-i«><1 l*it(«4.

You will bcnetit the American Flo-
rist by mentioning it every time you
write an advertiser in thuw columns

PLANTS! BULBSI

Evrrylhliik' iipji.

ami <iardrn_ "f thi- bisl nnd cbolcoAC

iTtalnliu lo the Fnrm
riirn "f thi- bisl nnd * ' '

yuuUty. . .. ,^ «-,-.--.

Cataln^iiu ou uiipllcntlcin.

WEE BER 4. DON. „

. 114 CHAMncns St.. Ntw Yohk Citv. r
)k^ — -»■ ■ -~--^— ~ - — ~.i-— ^ T- — ~T-i-r-f'

TRY

DREER'S

GflRDE-N SE.E.DS,

Plants. Bulbs t Requisites.

Tlwy no- the best nt the
lowest prices. Trade List Ia-
siird (iiiHTlerly, iiiailetl free
lo the tnnk- only.

HKNKV A. niCKKK,
I'hllHtlelphU, !>•.

Pi.F.ASK mention the Amekican Flo-
H18T every time you write to an adver-

tiser in these columna.

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The American Florist.

999

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, DAFFODILS,

And all other bulbs for forcing and outdoor, in very fine quality, at very low rates.

References as to the quality of our Bulbs, to nearly all the leading
Bulb Importers in the United States.

If any of our friends have not received a copy of our Catalogue for 1894,

should write for one at once.

Please ORDER ON RECEIPT of our Catalogue.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

• near Haarlem,

HulS6t)o§Gti Broitiers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs # Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

After May ). '94. address will be ENGLEWOOD. N J.

GYGLSMEN SEEDS.

European straiu.

LILIES OF THE VfiLLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,

122 E. 23rd Street. NEW YOBE.

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

LATANIAS.

For Sale Cheap, 100 very choice Latania
borbonica in 10 and 12 inch pots with 8, 10
and 12 leaves, at from |6 to $10 each.

548 W. Madison Street,

CHICAGO.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

Now ready, from 2-lnch Pots, stronn plants,
price. fl.50 per dozen; jilO.CX) per hundred.

DAIi;i.EDOUZ£ BROS., Flatbush. L. I.. N. Y.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

GROWERS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale Importers.

Mention American Floiist.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

rose bill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &, Rare Foliage &, Flowering Plants.

A Krand selection for stove. Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to Interview
buvers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 205 Greenwich St., New York City.

A FEW ORCHIDS ?

They are Very Cheap. They are £aslly
Grown. They SeU WeU,

They always attract attention In store or ^eenhouse.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO.,

304 W. Madison St., U.VLTIMOKE, MD.

MeDtloD American Florist.

CANNA MME. CROZY, started plants, SI per doz.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS, nice young plants, including

some of the newer varieties, my selection, 82.60

per 100.
FUCHSIAS, healthy vigorous young plants, from

ainch pots. Splendid list ot varieties, my selec-
tion, $'150 per 100.
GERANIUMS, large assortment, my selection,

S:5.00 per 100.
CARNATION-, entirely free from disease. One

hundred in assorted colors, my selection for$2..50.
PANSIES. from finest seed to be had, Sli.OO per 100.
BEGONIAS, fine assortment, 2-inch, my selection,

S;5.00 per 100.
ALYSSUM COMPACTUM, $2.00 per 100; strong, 2-in.
DUSTY MILLERS (Centaurea Gymnocarpa). $2.00

per 100 for strong 2-inch.
ENGLISH IVY. 2-inch, $3.00 per 100.

Any of the above plants 2-5 at the 100 rate.

V. S. GBIFFITH, Independence, Mo.
Independence Is well located for shipping, belnti 8
miles East of Kansas City, Mo.

New England States.

100,000 Plants of Geraniums, leading kinds, i. 3>4,
S-inch, Coleus. Achyranthes, Dwarf Ageratum,
Salvias, Petunias, etc., etc.

1000 Hvdrangeas, 8, 7, 6-inch pots, clean, healthy
stock. Come and see it. Send for prices to

45 'King Street,

DOSCHESTEB, MASS.

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wnoiesaieFiorisis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Please mention the American Floris^
every time yon write to an advertiser.

1000

The American Florist

May I J,

Toronto.

J. H. Danlop opened his new store one
door from the comer of King and Yonge
streets this week. The situation makes it
a pretty expensive stand but everything
has been done with a view to catch the
best trade and some of the others will
have to get a wiggle on to keep in the
procession. The store window was beauti-
fully decorated with cattleyas and large
quantities of roses on its opening day.

There is no improvement in the state of
the cut flower trade to record nor is there
likely to be, though of course in plant,
shrub and tree lines things are rushing.

.\ large piece of wild ravine has just
been added to Reservoir Park and Mr.
Geo. Reeves, the suoerintendent, has a
large gang of men on getting it into shape
to receive the many picnic and pleasure
parties that frequent this park during the
summer months. It is a lovely spot truly
and Mr. Reeves is just the man who
knows how to operate on it and still re-
tain its natural loveliness.

Some of the local seedsmen are already
making preparations to receive the Seed
Trade Association in June. It is probable
the City Council will give them some as-
sistance towards their entertainment.

E.

Validity of a Floral Design Patent.

The L'nited States Circuit Court holds,
in the case of Krick vs. Jansen, recently
decided, that patent No. 408,4-16, dated
August 6, 1S89, to William C. Krick, for
a floral letter or design is valid. It says
that if the patent was for the letter
merely, consisting of the foundation, cov-
ered with flowers, as described, it would
be anticipated and void. But it is for such
letters in combination with the holes and

f)icks for holding them in position on
arge floral pieces. This combination
seems to be new, and quite useful. It did
not involve great invention; but great-
ness is not required for patentability. It
seems to be suflicient for that. Further-
more, it is infringed by letters which do
not have holes through the foundation
for attaching the picks to them, but have
the picks at the edges of, and over, the
foundation, attaching them to it in a
manner equivalent to that, as taking the
substance of the patented invention.

PANSIES.

THE JENNINGS STRAIN.

Plants in bud and bloom |i.5o and j;2 CO
per 100, >15C)0 per loOO; medium sized
plants of mixed, white or yellow, $5 00 per
IfKX). Extra 60c hundred by mail.

New crop Pansy Seed ready June 25th,
better than ever. Cash with order,

ADDKCM E. B. JENMINQS,

Wnoi.EMAi.e Paxnv f^iixwi.u.
I»ek Boi 2M. HOI'TII I'CUiT, CONN.

V«nttrm AmerlcKn K]or1«i

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations I Ctirysanllieinums.

••I tMiAllll \ AltlKTIKi.
MAIIIK t.<M'|sK VIMI.K.T 1(1 .NNKKM.
NMII..\X. .''.,ln. I; i«,i«

•••tUfa^I'iri nri'l [iroriipt •til[>itifiit triiiiriintlM<'1.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.
Klni<r»>fil \\r. iir,Hl\, •.!., rilll, \., VA.

MfTitlori Amorlran Hortut

Lady 1 1. Campbell \'iolet

To • I •• l>»l>iii<f of •l>»k Hi ■'.•II.IMI pir
IIH>4» (.ofxl alroliK |ilillitM.

MEADOW VIEW GREENHOUSES.
^ARBIfPANY, N. J.

_THE American Florist Co.'s

DIRECTORY

•OF-

FLORISTS,

NURSERYMEN
AND SEEDSMEN

• OF THE •

UNITED STATES AND CANADA,

■AND-

REFERENCE BOOK,
_ FOR 1894,

IS NOW READY

Long's Florists' Photographs

Seeing thein, leads to wanting them. Using them leads
to appreciating them. When once seen, one wants
them. When once used, one wants to use them always.
Address the publisher,

DAN'L B. LONG, Buffalo, N. Y.

On Sale h.v Icadinjr Florist Sui)i)l.v Houses.

FRENCH CANNAS.

M.'VL'riil iIujuhuihI of iliu fnlldwln*: l-'rcnch riinTiii«.
;Mit ifrowii. In illrTvront ttl/.e \ni\m. tor miiIv al lnw
tltfurtft: AIplmnNo Boiivlcr. T. StomiiytT. Diich-
rnM <li* MoriiMiiartc'. I'liut Mnniiitint, ilnrnco do
(hf.lwul. I'rfKlfk'iit riirriot. M\w Snrnh Hill. Kx-

flornlL'iir <'rnriipt»ol. Mi'nry A Dn-tT. KKnixInli'.
'mil Hriiftnt. NcliU* lt(iwili>n. Tn«'in1rro, iJuiuTril
tirm-lii. KriincolH rrr»/y. .Mnilntiic ('nf/y, Clillilttll,
iintl CiiptAtn r (to Hu/.Minll.
i't'TTvmuimavju-v un to prlcx.'. nlxoii. etc.. millcltcd by
I.KWIS I I.I.ICIC II. Wli<ili>iinli< CrowfTitf Cut
l-lowiTii iinO -^tnlliiT. TirriN. OHIO.

American Beauties.

One tlidiisaiid extra stronj; 2 1-2
inch pot plants, at 56.00 per 100.

GEORGE A. HEIRIL.

337 Summit Stroet. TOLEDO, 0.

RUBBERS.

Tree Kroun, llircc to ciKlit hrarKiics. very
fine stock, |;i2.00 to $25.00 per do/en.

PAliMB, leadinK varieties at brillnm prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

' iiliOn MlflilKBll Avr., CIIIt'AOO, II.I..

TO THE TRADE.

We Iinvc received since J;iininry 1st liiiiulreda •f
cotnplinientary letters from florists praising the
mnnncrin which we have filled their orders diiriug
the past season. Under the present hnsiiiess tnnii-
RKcmcut oil who favor us with their patronage
win receive the hij^hcst quality of ^oods at the
lowest price. I'lrase forward ns a list of plants
yoti may require. PITCHEA & MANDA,

I'liltiMl StiitfH NiirHirli-i. Short HIIIh, N. ,|.

BEDDING PLANTS.

Coli'iifi. Alt4>niiu)t))i>rii mill iK'ninliiiDH, ttodt vnrlotlOB
rt'i IXI per IWPU. Vcrlicnnii. K.HI |ifr 100.

TrUiiiiin iiTurlii.ll /lUunil KCU pur lUI.

Oiir '■IIAIMI TIIIKS" W:i »nil mn riiHll rnllor-
tloiiiif I'AI.^IS nrv tJikltiK Initiif'tmi'lv. Wu n\vo
l.s Kl uc.rtli i.t I'nlrim fur f.', IW cnnli iviili thi' cinliT.

St'inl f(ir piirtlriiliirM,

WILLIAMS & SONS CO., Batavia, III.

.Miltiilfln'tiinTH <i{ K,\rA\I\ 1, AMI IS

DWARF CALLA.

Soiiiflhhiu that uvcry tlorUl wIkp itetin potted
plnnlH nIioiiM liiive. uh thiH viirh-tv nf ('nlln never
ifniwn Inrwe. and tJuTt'forc. fur window or hotmo
culture hnii no ennii]. Antl iiKaln. hi cut Mower
work Itn n\r.v iniiken It ii t1"wer thiit ri (-lit flnwer
ilonliT cniiiiot wull do without. I IiiiTt* nevernl
llioiifiiinrl of tliepte ('nllnn hi :i. 1, .'i nnd f'rineli |K)tN
which 1 offer for ftale. ('orreniKindenco an Ut prlco
I'te nollelted.

LEWIS ULLRICH,

Flowert and Smilax.

Wholeiale Grower ol Cut
TIFFIN, OHIO.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1001

Carnations.

Last call for Annie Pixley; can you af-
ford to go without this beautiful new
pink? I do not think you can when
you can get 25 well rooted cuttings for
J2.50 cash with the order.

Smilax.

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you on receipt
10 cts. The price is 75 cts. per 100, or
|6.00 per 1000, cash with the order.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.
MONEY-GETTERS ALL!

THESE NINE

CARNATIONS

FROM SOIL.

Free from Disease and First-
Class in every way.

Uncle John
The Stuart
Wm. Scott
Edna Craig;
Albertini
Daybreak
Cartledge
McQowan
Portia

Note, before you order elsewhere, that
we offer the above and twenty other good
vaiietlea of Carnations, well established
In sou. ready for planting out or potting
up— delivery in April— at the price of cut-
tings from sand, and guarantee satisfac-
tion. Send for list

ALEX.

McBRIDE,

ALPLAUS, N. Y.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
for price list.
JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.

Mention American Florist.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna Craig. Daybreak. Thos. cartledge.
Buttercup, McGowan. and many of the standard kinds.
Orders filled for the New varieties.

Stuart, Uncle .lohn, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, Annie Pixley, Boutou d'Or.

C3. J. i^iBwrrwocas.,
The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co., PA.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced.
Largest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. .J.

™= JACQUEMINOT

. , OA.ieJPf A.TIOI«

18 endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. No
MOKE SA31 1'l^ES^we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per dozen. 8^2.00: per 100. JlO.OO; per mX).
SSO.OO. 350 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLIS, Norfolk Co., MASS.

iLE DIRECTORY

For 1894
IS NOW READY.

Without Doubt ^aSiS' "HELEN KELLER"

Mr. J. T. Anthony, of Chicago, says:

' I like Helen; she is a good grower."

David Beam, Bala, Pa., declares that "it roots quicker than any other variety
that is put in the sand at the same time."

PRICE FOR WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS:

$3.00 per dozen; $12.00 per 100; $25.00 per 250: $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS SIAY BE SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

or JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT, N. J.

Giimsanineinuiiis.

Now Is the time for benching or prize KTOwlng.
Hf re are ten of the very best; you will make
no mistake Id buying. Strong fresh stock, no rooted
cuttings. 25 at lOO rates or 100 plants, ten of each. JS.

Per 100

C. CHALFANT (yellowl $10.00

E. DAILLEDODZE (yellow) 20.00

C. DAVIS (yellow VIvland-Morel) 15 00

NIVECS (white) 5.00

MRS. E. G. HILL (early pink) 15.00

VraiTE L. BOEHMBK (grand) 15.00

CHALLENGE (yellow) 30.00

SILVER CLOUD (white and salmon) 20,00

PRESIDENT SMITH (pink) 5.00

GOLDEN WEDDING (yellowl 5.00

T. H. SPAULDING. Orange, N. J.

NEW GHRY8MTHEMUM

MAJOR BONNAFFON

(A Ciolden Ivory).
Good for market as well as exhibition purposes.
50c. each. $5 per dozen; $35 per 100.
FRED. DORNER & SON,

ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

Write for list and prices. Prices to suit the times.
•STRONG SMILAX, from 2^-inch pots, J3.00 per

100; Sa.U) per 1000.
PANSIES, from cold frame. S15.00 per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

Mention American Florist.

UFIFN IfFIIFR These and all the lead-

IILLtll IxLLLLn jng- varieties, including

MOT||«pT WM. SCOTT. DAYBREAK

oiUArli and TIDAL WAVE ready

IINPI F inHN "°^^ Send for prices.

" GEO. HANCOCK & SON,

GOLDFINCH Grand Haven, Mich.

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

One thousand extra strong 2 1-2 inch
pot plants, at $6.00 per 100.

GEORGE A. HEINL,

337 Summit Street, TOLEDO, 0.

TO EXCHANGE.

Chrysanthemums, either novelties or
standard sorts, for rooted runners of
Marie Louise Violets, in quantities from
500 to 10,000.

NATHAN SMITH &. SON.

.A. 13 HI -A. IT, 3VIIGII.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

ao,ooo

ARAUCARIAS

ARAUCARIA EXCELS A, 6 to 8-inch plants.

S3S.OO PER 100; $6.00 PER OOZ.
ARAUCARIA IMBRICATA, 3 to 4 in. high.

S8.00 PER 100; $I.SO PER DOZ.

The above delivered b}- Mail or Express
at prices quoted.

New Crop Phoenix Canariensis. $2.50 per 1000 Seeds
Washingtonia filifera .75 per lb.

ft. 1,, .50 per lb.

5.00 per lb. 50c oz.

vvasningionia niiiera
Chamaerops excelsa
Grevitlea robusta

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sansome .Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

REX BEGONIAS, ANEMONE JAP. ALBA, fine
stock from 2 and 25^-iu. pots, $100 per 100.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS:

Golden Weddlne and Good iJraclous. rooted cut-
tings. S3. 00 per 100. Ivory. Wldener, Domination.
W. Falconer. .Tesslca. and 20 other fine cut flower
varieties, at SI. 00 per 100.

HONEYSUCKLES, everbloomlng, white and pink
SS.OO per mj.

EVEUBLliDMING ROSES. 20 good market kinds. In
tine condition for Immediate sales. 3-lnch, JtJ.OO per
lUll: l-lnch. SIO. I U pencil.

ALVSSI'M TOM THUMB, nice seedlings, ready to
pot. W.ilO per lOOO.

Would exchange with reliable parties for small Palms

EVENDEN BROS.. Williamsport, Pa.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address QEQRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halated St., CHICAGO.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammoths. 2»4-inch pots — $3-00 SiS.OU

rooted cuttings, 1.25 10.00

Gleneral collection, named, •■ " 1. 00 8.00

2'4-lncli pots. . . .2.S0 20.00

Send for price list of Carnations, Chrysantbemuma

and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,
FTisi-Lhciii, par. -V.

Tuberous Begonias.

GUIFFIN":^ STRAIN.

Medal awarded Worlds Fair.

We are headquarters for the
above, the finest strain In the
^,-.o. «.M- _-to.i»T5iiju_ world. Send for Illustrated
descriptive catalogue with copyright engravings. It
tells you all ah< 'Ut them.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. Griftin. Mgr.

Westbury Station. L. I.. N. Y.

THE GREAT ANTIPEST.

For partlcalars, see next week.

R. W. CARMAN, Gen-i. Act..

381 Amltr Street, FLDSHIMO, Qaeeo* Co.. N. T.

100-2

The American Florist.

May 77,

Pittsburg.

The regular meeting of the Florists'
and Gardeners' Club occurred May S.but
there were not enough members for a
quorum, so those present adjourned.

The warm weather has had its effect on
trade. Bedding plants are in abundance;
reports are that business is not lively. A
walk through the markets convinced me
that the wholesalers did not fare well,
but the retailers fared better. Things are
going well on an average, considering the
dull times. Cut flower trade is dull and
very unsatisfactory; prices are very low
and stock abundant.

F. Burki has had a fine lot of sweet
peas, and in quantity. Blanche Ferry
seems to take best and sell at a reasona-
ble price.

Elliott & Ulam and Patterson Bros,
seemed to be quite busy on Saturday last.

.Allegheny and Schenley Parks and the
conservatories draw large crowds of vis-
itors. The leaves of the Victoria regia at
Phipps Conservatories at Schenley lack a
few inches of six feet and are showing
flower, k house of Rhododendron Ca-
tawbiense varieties attracts a great deal
of attention.

Messrs. Jacob F. Foster, superintend-
ent of South Park system, Chicago; Fred-
erick Kanst, superintendent of Floricult-
ural Department; and Mr. Atwood, of
Chicago, visited Schenley Park on Satur-
day, inspecting the Phipps Conserva-
tories (with a view to building in Wash-
ington Park. Chicago) and went away
more than pleased, vowing they would
never sav a word against Pittsburg
again. Panther Hollow, at Schenley
Park, carried them completely away;
tbev were also delighted with Highland
Park. A. J. E.

Pittsfield, Mass.

The regular meeting of the Berkshire
County Gardeners' and Florists' Club
was held Wednesday, May 9, Mr. T. T.
Connors presiding. There was a fair at-
tendance present and considerable rout-
ine business was gone through.

The recent death of a member proved
to be a lively subject for discussion. The
sentiment of the members was in favor of
attending the funeral of brother members
and favored the club providing a mourn-
ing badge and a conveyance to enable
them to attend in a body.

A committee was appointed to revise
the constitution and by-laws, Ijelieving
that important changes were imperative
and necessary.

Preparations are being made for the
printing of an elaborate annual report
and premium list combined and it was de-
cided to allow a numljer of .idvcrtisc-
ments, which, we trust, will be of mutual
advantage to ourselves and our friends
who will take advantage of this. Horti-
culture is constantly growing in interest
in this section.

Mr. .\. L. Cobban brought to the meet-
ing a pair of cockchafers to find, if jjog-
siblc, something to eithrrkill them or pre-
vent them from cutting up his strawU-rry
leaves and eating by the wholesale. We
would \x pleased to bear of a remedy for
tbif.

Mr. A. P. Meredith interested the meet-
ing ai usual by n very practical talk on
thccyprijicdium. Infortuiiotcly we can-
not publish it, as we wcrcwilhout n sten-
ographer, the address Ijcing extempore.

W. .\I. IvIiWAKDS.

vol' OUGHT TO HAVE.

FUCHSIA LITTLE BEAUTY.— A Gem of the first wa-
ter for florists and market gardeners: will pro-
duce triple the amount of flowers than any
other sort, and a verj' earlv bloomer, single
blue corolla; sells at 'first sight. Price SI. 00
per 12; $7.00 per 100.

PETUNIA HINK BEAUTY, the best selling plant for
any florist, color most exquisite rose, finely
fniiged and filled; grow a big house full of it
and it will net vou a quicker net profit than
any other plant— Sl.OO per 12; $7.00 per 100.

MARGUERITE CARNATION, finest strain for sum-
mer bloom; will give you flowers for 5 months
outdoors in greatest abundance; $3.00 per 100.
825 00 per HXX).

CHRYSANTHEMUM THE QUEEN, the white Chr^■s-
anthemum for the million as pot plant or cut
flowers; largest flowers without too much
care; >5.00 per 100; $1.5.00 per 1000.

OUR NEW ROSE AMERICAN PERFECTION. -This
sport will produce twice the flowers than Mer-
met or Bridesmaid on strong erect stems, and
flowers will last a week in perfect condition, a
vi%-id rose; also the finest bedder among Teas.
Tr\' a hundred; vou will not repent it. Only
S6.0O per 100. $50,"00 per 1000, from 2-iuch pots.
Send a list of your wants. Address

NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

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PLANTS.

Always mention the American Flo-
BisT when writing to advrrti»crf. ■

Per 100

Altemantberas. f. majur. Aurea nana, Tricolor

(Rosea nanai. VerBlcolor 2.50

riumbBKO. CapenHls and Alba 4.U0

Lady LarpenlH 4 00

Perennial Phlox, tineaesorted ft!. 00 and 4.U0

Achillea -The Pearl" -1.00

BoKODlaB', iiasorted i Lantanas, assorted 4.U0

Fuchsias, aast Cf.UOand 4.00

Abutllone, asAorted... 4.(.0

Echeveria Extensa Ktobosa, 3 to 0 Inches across.

per dozen. 11.00.

Mexican iMmrose 3.00

I.jicly WoHhlntaon Geranium t>.UO

AchjTan thus, assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted 12. 00 and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

8chlzopetalus tJ.UO

Antherlcum plcturatunj per dozen. 75c.

Ivy and Bronze (ieranlums. assorted. 2^-ln, pots 4,00
Hlfver I>euf (ieranlums, 3 varlelles uio Mme.

Halleroli 4.00

Oxalls. ( (rtirtesl 4 .00

Dahlias, named, our selection 5.00

French Cannns. nniued, our selection, dry root«.. 6.00

French Cannae, iinniimed 3.00

[Hiitod 10.00

Fancjr I.«af Calndtiim, Hne mixed tl.OO

named H-OO

Trade lint on appMcatlon.

ROBT. 8. BROWN & 80N8,
Box W. KANSAS <:iTV. MO.

Mention Aiiii'rleaii h'lnrlht.

The Water Garden.

-IMTlal and Mur.ly Wal.T l.Illi-n of aU inlorK

VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI, EURYALE FEROX.

.N'cliiinbliinifi In variety. Hardy Ornamental plantf*.
i>ti)>-ui|iintlc plnnm, eie.. etc. Nymphirn Ijiydekerl
n»«e(i awanli-d a \Ifdal at Worlds I-alrt; inont charin-
Iny of nil tlH' II \l(l<^ Mlli-fi: r.' .'iiionrli.

Other < oluriililaii .Novrlili-K «•«• nitiiti.wue,

WM. TRICKER &. CO.. Clifton, N. J.

12 Choice leiding kinds. Larg« flowerino

Twoycnr. CI ihti rioi , tJj Mpcr 100

Three yrnr» M S-TO 00

DAISIES — Hnowflnke nnd Snuwcrenl. dl.tlnct
kiiKln, indinprnuible fornprinf; "ilm, 82 per 100.

SMILAX SEEDLINQS,

from fall, T'j c.-nti i,>-r KW, V\w i.t 1000.

K \. ItAI.I.KH, lllooiiilliKloil, III.

50,000
Dwarf French

CANNAS.

We oflTer the aliove quantit^j- in strong, well estab-
lished plants from 3 and 4-inch pots. This stock
must not be confounded with dormant pieces or
freshly divided plants out of benches.

We list here only the principal varieties of which
we have a large supply. For a general list refer
to our Spring Trade List which describes over
seventjr-five varieties, including all the desirable
novelties of the season, including the grand New
German variety, Konigin Charlotte:

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

.\lphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 10.00

Capt. P. de Suzzoni 15.00

Florence Yaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 20.00

Admiral Gervais 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15.00

Denil de St. Grevy 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 15.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) distinct... 15.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Martin Cahuzac 15.00

Marquise .\rthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Professor Gerard 15.00

Secretary Stewart 15 00

Stadtgartner^Senneholz 15 00

.\ntoine Crozy 8.00

Admiral Courbet 8.00

.-Vntoine Chantin S.OO

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardv 8 00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess de Montenard 12.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 10 00

Edward Michel 12.00

Francois Maire 12.00

Gcoffroy St. Hilaire 8.00

J. Thomayer 20.00

Miss Sarah Hill 15.00

Mr. Cleveland 15.00

Mile. Liabaud. 12.00

Nelly Bowden 8.00

Princess Lusignanj 12.00

Perfection 15.00

Souvenir de Jeanne Charrcton 8 00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Trocadero 8.00

Ventura 8.00

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

Kaiser Wilhclm 8.00

We will furnish one each of the above varieties,

46 plants lor $5.50.
Among Crozy's New Cannns of this season Paul
Sigrist is undoubtedly the most distinct nnd strik-
iiiK novelty. We flfe the only American house
oncriuK this variety to the tniclc tliis season. In
gcnernl hnliit similnr to Mme. Crozy, but of a
liright crimson color nearly as rich as Alphouse
Honvier with n verv broad golden vellow nordcr.
Stock limiUcl. $2.Bo each.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

21.000 COLEUS. VERSCHAFFELTII and GOLDEN
BEDDER (true). 10,000 COLEUS, n.ssurlcd, in fjO
vnrietieH, fine plnnts, pot grown, refiily now, JIW.OO
per 1000. Cnnh witli order.

C. F. FAIRFIELD, Florial,

si-i(i\<;i'ii:i.i>, M.\ss.

ALTERNANTHERAS.

Red and Vellow, Kood si/e,f 2.50 per 100.
McCREA &, COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

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1003

What queer things we see
When we have no pn !

A florist may be a very good
florist, but it does not follow
that lie can make or paint
letters fit to look at.

Do not attempt to paint in-
scriptions on ribbon when you
can buy them all ready made
and gummed, in any color, at
such prices as they are offered

BY

BAYERSDORFER.

Send to him for samples and prices.
Also on fine

COMMENCEMENT BASKETS,
DECORATION DAY GOODS,

and everything Standard and Novel in

Florists' Supplies

HE IS HEADQUARTERS.

H. BAMSDOEM & CO.,

se jv. *tia St.,

PHILADELPEIA, PA.

ly WBOLESALE ONLY. . . .

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS,

Largest and finest Block In the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N.J.

FOK SALE HY:-A. Hermann, P. E.McAnistcr
Reed & Kellar, N. Steffens. New York; W. C. Krick
Brooklyn. N. Y. ; H. BHjersdorfer & Co.. Phlla.: J. M.
McCuiioiiKh'8 Sons and U. L. Sunderbrucli. Cincinnati.
O.; J. M. Gasser, Cleveland, O.; D. B. Long. BiiBalo. N.
Y.; J. C. Vaugtian, Chicago: Wisconsin Flower Ex-
change, Milwaukee: Wm. Ellison, St. Louis; Ed. 8.
Schmld, Washington. D. C; li. W. Ciirrey ,t Co., Nash-
ville, Tenn.; T. W. Wood Jt Sons, Klchmond. Va.: U.
J. Virgin, New Orleans. La.; C. A. Kuehn. St. Louis; N.
F. McCarthy & Co.. Boston. Mass.; F. C. Huntington
& Co.. Indianapolis. Ind,

MflRSCHUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SuDDiies.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Send for Catalogue,_^.^_^^^k.

World's
Pair.

MEDSL AWARDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North 4th Street,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

Strong plants, last season's sowing, will begin to run at once. From 3-inch
pots 75 cts. per dozen; $5.00 per 100; $45,00 per 1000.

CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS.

3 1-2 inch pots, 75 cts. per dozen; $6.00 per 100.

LATANIA BORBONICA.

6-inch pots, strong, $9.00 per dozen.

NATHAN SMITH & SON.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES.
PERFECTLY HEALTHY.

In bud and bloom, $250 per 100; $2000 per looo.

30,000 VERBENAS.

40,000 ROSES.

OUR CHOICE SELECTED STOCK.
READY FOR IMMEDIATE PLANTING.
Grown in 3-inch and 4-inch pots. Send for prices.

J. IL,. rm^IvO^f, :Blooaans»tovi.r8:, fet.

Pool/ptQ .ind Fern Dishes for Dinners,
UUOIVblO Decorations, Receptions, School
Commencements, Bon Voyage, etc. pur-
poses, in many pleasing styles, plain and
fancy, of Wicker, Willow, natural, gilt or
bronzed, Raffia, Celluloid, Silver and Gold
Metal, etc., at high and low prices, all cheap
for their cost; compare our Fall trade list.

HVPitQ I PJIUOQ (Sago PaliTi), natural
UJUaO LCaVCO, prepareil, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

ImmnrtpllPC WhUe and all colors,
IMIIMUIICIICO) §2 75 the dozen, natural
yellow, |2.00; Cape tlowers, best, |1.00 the
it)., second size, 60c. the ft.; Wheat Sheaves,
Wire Designs, Wire, Foil, Picks, Wax Paper,
and all other Florists Supplies quoted in
our lllustratetl Trade List, mailed free.

Mfital nfiSiirnS *°' Decoration Day
mClQI UCOIgllO in rich assortment of
tasteful designs: Wreaths, Crosses, An-
chors, Hearts, etc., in green or white foliage.
Address

August R'olker & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24lh St., Uqu, Ynrl/
P.O. station E. llCn lUllVi

R00TEDCUTT1NG8

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express. .$4 .00 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and
Aurea Nana, by mail 50c per 100

C.\SH WITH ORDER.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

The Directory

For ISO^

IS NOW READY.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

-OE110A.00.

Begonias.

Argentea Guttata, Vernon, M. De Lesseps,
and other Per lOO

Flowering varieties S3 00

Rex, in variety 5 00

COIE US, in variety, per 1000, S20.00. . 2 50

COB.£A Scaudens ... 3 00

Geraniums, none but the best varieties, per

1000, Sii.OO 3 00

Happy Thought 3 00

Mrs. Pollock. . . 6 00

Ampelopsis Tricolor, strong 2 in 3 60

Chrysantbemums, leading varieties, per

1000, javoo . 2 50

Alternanthera Aurea Nana, strong, 2-incli.. 2 50

Achillea The Pearl, strong, 2-inch 2 50

Abutilou Eclipse . ... 3 50

viNCA Major, vabiegated, va-

inch pots, strong . . . 4.00

PLUMBAGO CAPEITSIS AI.BA, strong,

2;;-inch . 3.00

Ag'eratmu White Cap, 2-inch 2,50

Honeysuclcle Japan Golden, 15-in. vines,

branched . , . . . 3 OO
HELIOTBOFE. i varieties 2 50

THOS. A. McBETH &, CO., Springfield, Ohio.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for shipment froiu July to September*

Calla Aethiopica. fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum. ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum. Spec. Rubrum and Album, Etc.

Iris Keempferi. in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Psonies. Tree Ferns. Raphis, C)cas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to So each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut oflF, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

PRIMROSE SEED

New Seed Now Ready.

Price per packet containing 50 seed. . . 20 cents.
6 packets containing 50 seed . . each 81.00
14 packets containing 50 seed . . each ?2.00

Packet, 400 seeds, 15 sorts SLOG

Special rate in large quantity. Circulars telling
how to grow primroses, free.

HENRY S. RUPP & SONS. Shiremanstown, Pa.

20,000 Bouvardias,

two varieties, in 2J^-incli pots, at
S3, 00 per 100; |25.CO per 1000.

UHLMANN & HAISCH.

ME.MPHIS. TENN.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

1004

The American Florist.

May y/,

Montreal.

The Gardeners' and Florists' Club met
in good numbers on Tuesday last and ac-
complished a deal of work. We are fast
becoming strict parliamentarians, and
Cushing's rules of procedure are now be-
ing studied vigorously by many of our
members.

The prizes won by the various players
in the social games were awarded, and
the social committee was discharged.
Special thanks were tendered to the whole
committee and especially to its chairman,
Mr. A. Wilshire, for their indefatigable
attention. The club decided to establish
games for summer amusement, and also
decided on again having a picnic.

The report of committee on the Horti-
cultural Society's relation with the club
was accepted. The club pledges itself to
do all it can to assist the Horticultural
Society in furthering any and every un-
dertaking that shall advance the inter-
ests of horticulture generally, but does
not become affiliated withthe first named
society, as it is generally felt that the
work of the club would be crippled by a
closer connection. A copy of the new
trade directory presented by the Ameri-
can Florist Company was received and
the secretary was instructed to convey
to the company the hearty thanks of the
club for the same. We are now engaged
in considering the advisability of obtain-
ing a charter and shall probably get full
information at our next meeting.

K notice of motion to change the night
of meeting was presented. This would
be a good change, as several of the mem-
bers live outside the city, and a change in
the night of meeting would enable these
members to attend, as a late train would
then be available.

• A call for volunteers for an essay upon
greenhouse construction and heating was
readily responded to by deciding to have
read, and if possible discussed, the recent
essays upon the subject published by the
horticultural press. Everyone was of
opinion that more practical information
could be obtained from them than from
our own crude ideas. Mr. Walter Wil-
shire promised to prepare an essay upon
the carnation, and as this gentleman's
essays are always good we look for a
first-class handling of the subject.

H. Stocking.

American Association of Nurserymen.

The 19th annual convention of the
above association will l)c held at the Cat-
aract House, .Niagara Falls, N. V., June 6
and 7. A rate of fare and a third for the
round trip on the certificate plan has bten
secured. The Cataract House has made
a rate of SS.'jO a day, and the Hotel
F'ortcr a rate of $2 a da^. The program
has Ikch issued and copies mav be had on
application to the secretary, .Mr. Geo. C.
Seagcr, Rochester, .S. V.

BfiLDixc— Readers who contemplate
building additional greenhouses, or re-
modelling old ones, this summer, willcoii-
frr a favor by reporting their intentions
to us. Wc arc anxious to have as full a
record as possible.

\)i> vol' WANT detailed information about
the organization and workings of the va-
rious national trade organizations? Vf>u
will find what you want in our trade di-
rectory and reference book for IH'jl.
Price $2 00.

Please mention the American Flohist
every time you write to an advertiser.

Dineiislons odlilsBoi:

26 Inches lonff by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches hltth.

Two secUona.

This wooden box nicely stained and varnished, 18x30x12,
made In two sections, one for each size letter, given away with first order of 500 letters.

-A.ca-'BPffi's ■

A. Rolker & Sons, New York,
niarschuetz & Co., 35 N. 4th St., Fhlla., Fa.
F. K. McAllister, 33 Dey St., New York.
A. D. Perry & Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,

New York.
A. Herrmau. 415 E. 34th St., New York.
Krust Kautmann & Co., 1 13 N. 4th St., Phila.
H. Itayersdorfer Si Co., Fhiladeluhia, Fa.
A. C. Kendal, 116 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for

Canada.
K. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, 111.
Wisconsin Flu^ver Kxchange, 131 Mason St-,

Milwaukee, AV1».
H. .Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cln-

eliiuati, C>.
T. AV. Wood & Sons. 6th and Marshall Sts.,

Kichmiiud, Va.
Jas. A'ick's Sons, Koohester, N. Y.

C. A. Kuehn, 1133 Fine St., St. Louis, Mo.

D. It. Loiiff, Burtklo, NeiT Y'ork.
C. F. Huntington Si Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
Z. I)e Forest Fly & Co., 1034 Market St.,

FhilHdelphia, Pa.
Portland Seed Co., 171 3d St., Portland, Ore.
A. Herman, 415 E. 34th .St., New York.
Geo. A. Sutherland, 67 Hromlieldst., Itoston.
Welch Itros., No. lA ISeacnn St., Boston.
N. F. McCartliy Si Co., 1 Music Hall Place,

Boston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

malacurt THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET,

Sites 1M-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
lattener with eacli letter.

OUR HEW SCRIPT LETTER, $4.00 per 100.

N. P. McCAKTHT, I ftddreit 13 Green St.,
Treas. & Mangr. | Boston, Mass.

Addreii all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We hare a new FASTENER which we consider
a decided success. Any customers having old style
fasteners which they wish to exchange, can do so
wlthoat additional cost hy writing as.

These Letters are handled by

VICTORY! VICTORY I VICTORY!

Theonljr Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at tlie St. Louis
Conventionwas to tlie

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for S years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

E>. HII*F»AI«I>» "Vo*aaa.8:sito-w-x^, O33.1o.

Fenster Pappe, \

A Bubstitate for Glass. Stretch Fknstkr Paitk tnut atul use bnttcn
in nailing on lu sash. Then p-iiiit the rou^h surface thoroughly with
boiled linseed oil until it shows a rIoss. Let it become THoRoirGiii.Y dry
before using, when it is claimed to do service for years. The application
of llie oil makes Fi..NMi-,k Paitk sufficientlv translucent for plant life.

It is f ?iKi) ns a coveriug for cold pit sash; excellent for use in palm or fern liouses; to grow straw-
berry plants, early vegetables, tobacco, etc., under. A most handy article as a protection against the
direct rays of the sun.

TKV II roll i»l ciKbl yiirdn iih ii Hiiiiiplf, \t hirli will rov^ralxiut fnur kiihIi, lor WLOO. 4>rlg-
liixl rollt4, :t(| liM-|i«>H whir. I lO yitrilH long, lor WO. 0(1. Kor further piirtU'iilarrt aililresH

August Rolker & Sons. Sole Agents, 136 & 138 W. 24th St , New York.

c5-MANZ

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JgllMiRAVfcRS

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HAIL

l.ix K TIM'. DOOR BEFORE
TIM'. IIDkSK IS STOI.I'.N
DO IT NOW.
JOHN 0. ESLER. Si'C ). F H. A.. Saddin RUor. N. J.

Ai.WAVB iiii-iilii)n the Ami'.hica.n I'l.o-
BiiT when writing to adTcrtitcra.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

CYPRESS

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.00.

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1005

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating saeh one at a time and j^tropping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance ot having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for V If you are

We have trnt lu-^t i In- thing vou need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. "The New Departure' for
about half the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansville, Ind.

LOCKLAND ®

LUMBER
^ CO.

Wi .„.

MATERIAL FOR

GREENHOUSES.

Send for CircularH and Testimonials.

Address r^oc5Bcr^A.^^i>, o.

Mention American Florist.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of g^utter- up.

Correspondence solicited. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

PATENTC

I Trade-Marks, Copyrights, Etc. ^^ ■

I GHftNDLEE & MflGflULEY, vl/

Atlantic Building. WASHINOTON. D. C.

When wrltlnt,' mention the AMEUICAN Fl.<»itiST.

D. WOOD BRANT-

CO.

:oesc*

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k% ' o-ToMWVJw^y c^ci.00

FOREST G1_EN P. O
BOX 5S.

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milj^si:^

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'i 1*1' ''vQ'M; 35 Warren Street,
NEW YORK.

TlieGiittaPerclia&RiililierMICo,

170 Lake Street,
CHICAGO.

ESTABLISHED

18 66.

MANUFACTURED By

N. 5TEFFEKS

335 EAST 2P-^ ST. NEW YORK.

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The American Florist.

May 77,

Indianapolis.

The Indianapolis Florists' Club held its
regular session May 2. It was deter-
mined at the April meeting to make the
May session one of a social character.
The arrangements were placed in the
bands of a committee, and notices were
sent each member. A large attendance fol-
lowed. The routine business was laid
aside, and the evening was spent in
speechmaking, music and "incidentally"
refreshments. The event was made en-
joyable by the various members taking
an active part. The was a fine displa\' of
cut flowers contributed by the members.
The secretary adopted a novel method of
notifying the members to attend the
meeting by serving notices on postal
cards, each embellished v«ithapen or pen-
cil sketch portraying in comic characters,
the hobby of the member addressed, with
an absurd program of the proposed en-
tertainment. It brought them out in
goodly numbers.

There was much criticism of the new
rules adopted by the Crown Hill Ceme-
tery corporation, who have determined
to prohibit the planting of flowers or
flower beds by lot owners in the ceme-
tery. Green grass, with trees and shrub-
bery for the background, may please their
asthetic taste, but it seems to violate the
wishes of the community at large, and is
a hardship to the florist business.

Business is reported unusually quiet,
market trade being considerable less than
last year at this time. Cut flowers are
getting poor in quality, especially roses;
carnations are rather plentiful.

.Sntwitbstanding the bad year for the
trade, several new firms are starting in
business. Young & Sonnenschmidt arc
putting up 2,500 square feet of glasseast
of the city for raising cut flowers. Mail
matter can be addressed to 246 Hast
Washington street.

John Grande is putting up 2,000 square
feet of glass for a general florist business
corner of Shelby and Beecher Sts.

Bertermann Bros, have started a branch
floral stand in the large drug store, N. E.
corner Washington and Pennsylvania
Sts., late quarters of Indianapolis Na-
tional Bank.

Some good business is expected thccom-
ing week, on account of the great music
festival and other occasions which are
bunched in one week.

J. I>. Carmody paid a few days visit to
the Capital City; to-day he is attending a
banquet of the L<jyal I.,egion at Ander-
son, Ind.

Our late fricni M. A. Hunt will be
greatly missed in the councils of ourstate
meetings and exhibitions.

John Ilartjc is finishing up a large
boiler house, ready nt any time to con-
nect his houses with steam.

.Martiii Braendlcin has built one green-
honic near the gates ol Crown Hill Cem-
etery, retaining his old place for a while.

W. B.

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. Ilat .if HUinilnnl Hmwit
'-••1 raiw In IhiHimrkvt for

rn'.n. > i w loWI-wl prlciH* fl.r (MtUl.

HILFIMGER BROS. POTTERY.
y->rl K<lMiir<l, .V. V.

> It A H4i.Nh. Aiff'nlii.

si-w vdih ciir.

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You will benelit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

SOLD ON THEIR MERITS AND NOT ON THEIR ANTIQUITY.

R0Y4L

m

THE RIGHT

KIND of BOILER

for a

GREENHOUSE.

HART & GROUSE,

UTICA, N. Y.

"••^^ilW^ 'N

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Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried ofiF highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S- 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Kandolpb Ave. Hnd Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackgnu Ave. and I'eargnn St., Long Inland City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of llie firm of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor. The Syracuse Potter>' Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwertn. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further iraprovemeuts we solicit a continuance of your patronage iu the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at n price and in a manner satisfactory to alt.
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Anierlcon Boiler Co.. .1006

Anthony .IT KM 1000

Baker Bros '.'.6

BnllerKA 1002

Hn.«sett .<c Washburn. »l
Harersdorfer H & Co. 1008
l!:iv ^mte HdwCo....l007

licrt-er u u i Co OB

Blanc A HM

B..l.l.lnkLC iSS

lliins.ill .losE 91M

Boston l4?tterCo lOOl

lirnckcnriilKO & Co... . 9SP

Knint A Noe. 985

Brown R S A Sons... 1002

Brown A CanHeld HB

BunllnESaml J 1000

Burns v^ Itaynor iW

Burron ,u; 1(B1

laranin U \V 1001

CamicKly J D ...1005

Chandlee \ MacnuleylOOS
Ch KO KoldlUK Bo.<c Co '.W
Chlcaeo Flower E.x... ao

Coles WW '.195

Cook John.. 9SM

Cortircy A McKellar... flS6
CottaKo c.ardens The.lOOl
Co.x Seed A Plant Co. 1001

Crabl) A Hunter 1007

CrelBhtnn Geo ;p33

Dallleduuie Bros ;W)

Iiiamud J B A Co 'XT,

I)e I-araater Iron Wk9l007
Derinc s Boiler Wks..l007

T>lllnn.J I lUK

IKimer Krcd A Son 1001

Iirecr n A K»i iar2

Klllott WH W6

KUlson Wm.. '.w;

Knirle W J "Jftl

Kssex IlelKhts KlIColOOl

Kvendon Bros 1001

Falrtleld C F 1002

Felhclm layman 1005

Usher Peter A Co 1001

Foster LII 9Ki

Oasser J M lOOT

Oonialez F A Co lOTS

(.iordon Park Greenh's 1)96

(irlrath N S 999

Gutta Percha & Rob-
ber Mfe Co 1006

Hall AM'n lUM

IlalleB F '.TO

llammoDd BenJ 1007

Hancock A Son 1001

Han ACronse. 1006

Hartford HB iWi

HiMnlGra A.'.US 1000 lUOl
Ilcrcndien MfK Co.. ..1008

Herr Albert M 1001

Hfrmanns Seed Store K«

Hews A II A Co lOOB

Himniier Bros lOOS

Hill KG ACo 9SB

lllppard K 10O<

HIlchlnKB AC^j lUB

Hooker H M Co lOOT

lloriin Kdw C 997

llulnebiriich Bra*. Oes

Hunt K II !I07

Ilunlcr Frank !> !W

.lennlnts K B lOOO

.lixisten C II 9!*(

Knuriiirinn Kmstft Col003

Kennlctdt Bros Co 'XI

Knx.'scliell Bros Co... .1006
Kuchn (A K«

Lockland Lumber C<i.l006

lx>n(; Uanl B IW 1000

Ixinsdale Kdwtn 1001

Ix>rd A Bumham Co.. 100s
McBcth Thos A A Co.lOOS

McBrlde Ale.t 1001

McOurthv N F A Co... IW
McCrea .i Cole. ...IW 10O2

McFarland J H 11:17

McKarlanJ J U Co. .. '.».K

.Manda W A rtll

Manz.I A Co lOM

Marchuetz A Co 10O;i

May Jno N '.«U

Meadow View GrnhslOO)
.Mkhel in t A Bulb ColOlE

.MillanB Bros 997

Monlneer.InoC ICOS

MversACo 1006

Nun/. A Ni-uner. 995 1002
National Plant Co.... 9M
Nlles Centre Floral Co 996

Oasis Nursery Co 1001

Olsen A Huches 997

Parmenter Mfg Co... .1006

PennockCJ 1001

Pennock Saml S 997

Plerson FRCo 995

PlttsburK Clay M fit ColOOC

IMnce A (; A Co 997

liandall A L 997

Heed Glass Co 1007

Relnbere Bros 99« 997

Renard.Io3 1001

Roberts I)H 1007

Roehrs Theo 997

Rolker A A Sons .

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Rupp Henry S A SonslOOS

RussellSJ 1003

Sander&Co 999

Schiller ACo 999

Scollay Jno A 1006

Segers Bros 1^19

Sheridan WF 997

Slebrecht A Wadley.. 999
SItiiallons. wants, etc. ;>93
Smith Nalh A SonlOOl 1003
South Side Floral Co.. 916

Spauldlnu TH 1001

Steflens N 1006

StemniliT T W 9!>1

Streby SI) 1003

Struck J N A Bro 1004

Sundcrbruch HI. 996

Sunset Seed A Pit Co. 9'.«
Sntherland Geo A.... 996
arracuse Pottery C0..IOO1;

'reason R F 991

Trtcker Wm A Co Wn

I'hlman A Dalsch lOIti

I'llrlch I.CW18 1000

Cnlted StatCH Nurs's.lOOO
Van der School R A

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Van Velscn P A Sons. '.««
Van Zonneveld Bros

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Vaugtaan JC '.m

WeatheredsSons T WI007

Weeber A Don \fM

Welch Bros 'J97

WhIlldIn Pot Co 1006

Williams A Sons Co.. 1000

Wlttl».ld(;oo 1001

Wr.lf K K 1007

Worn I, MfK Co 10O7

Wood Bros 1001

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MAY 24, 1894.

No. 312

^m> Likmsmmm IFil@isi!@7

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published every Thursday by

The American Florist Company.

333 Dearborn Street, Chicago.

Subscription, $1.00 a year.

To Europe, $2.00.

Address all communications to

AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY,

p. O. Drawer 164, CHICAGO.

Eastern Office: 67 Bromfleld St.. Bogton.

This paper 1b a member of the Associated Trade
Press and the Chicago Trade Press Association.

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS.

J. T. Anthony, Chicago, president; Robert Kift.
Philadelphia, vice-president; Wm. J. Stewart, «7
Bromfleld St., Boston, Mass., secretary; M. A. Hunt.
Terre Haute. Ind.. treasurer. Tenth annual meeting
at Atlantic City, N. J .. August, 1894.

CONTENTS.

Chicago parks 1009

Arrangement of flowers (3 illus.) 1010

Society of American Florists ........ 1011

The market . . 1011

Carnations— Notes . . 1012

Miscellaneous seasonable hints 1012

Hot water utider pressure 1013

New York 1014

Boston 1014

Chicago 1014

Baltimore 101.5

Washington 101.5

Buffalo . . 1016

Cleveland ... . 1016

Toronto 1016

Philadelphia 1017

Pittsburg 1017

Worcester, Mass. . . . 1017

St. Paul, Minn 1017

St. I,ouis lOlS

Coming exhibitions ... 1020

The seed trade ... 1022

Sweet peas 1022

Patents recently granted 1024

Base ball 1024

A losing game. ... .1026

News notes 1028

Is it wise policy? . .... 1030

The One Judge System.

I obtained my information on this sub-
ject mostly from the American Flori.st
and other horticultural papers. Mr.
Stewart has the same opportunities as I
have, but if he does not "read, mark, learn
and inwardly digest," he has only himself
to blame if he is tripped up when making
random assertions, and it requires no
"occult power" to do the tripping. This
is a busy time of year with me but when
things are a little slacker during the sum-
mer I shall be happy to search out
"chapter and verse" for the benefit of Mr.
Stewart and ask the American Florist
to publish a list of societies using the
above system, although it is getting
rather off the track of the original ques-
tion and doubtful if the "readers of the
American Florist" much care for old
news. A. H. Ewing.

Toronto, May 19, 1894.

Chicago Parks.

LINCOLN PARK.

Seldom if ever have our parks looked as
well in the middle of May as they do the
present season. Trees, shrubs and in fact
all vegetation presents an appearance
more like June than May.

Lincoln Park is fast putting on its sum-
mer garb. Bedding commenced last Mon-
day and is being pushed forward as fast
as a large force of men can handle the
stuff. Mr. Stromback, headgardener,
thinks there is no longer any danger from
night frosts in view of the extraordinary
forward season, although the bedding out
of alternanthera, achyranthus, cannas,
etc., has never before been attempted at
such an early date. The beds of gerani-
ums, verbenas, stocks and all of the more
hardy varieties are nearly finished. The
carpet beddingisnowin progress. Coleus,
heliotrope and the most tender bedders
will of course be left to the last. It is ex-
pected that everything in this line will be
practically finished in about a week,
weather permitting.

The borders of hardy and half hardy
perennials are beginning to look quite gay ,
attracting a good deal of attention from
lovers of this class of plants. X\\ the va-
rieties without exception have wintered
admirably and very little replanting was
found necessary. Aquilegias in great va-
riety are in full bloom. The fine assort-
ment of irises promises a fine show. The
first blooms are just opening. Among
other varieties in bloom now we note
Primula auricula, Gazania splendeus.
Lychnis plumarius rubra, Heuchera san-
guinea, myosotis, cerastium, Papaver
bracteata, etc. Scattered through these
bjrders with happy effect we find a num-
ber of our native wild flowers. Of these
we find the anemone and phlox in full
bloom, adding greatly with their modest
charm to the geneial effect.

In pasonies, the early red is the only
sort now in bloom; the later varieties are
looking fine. The Cannell collection from
the World's Fair has been added to this
group, and will prove interesting, as well
as that of phloxes later on, which was
obtained from the same source.

Some additions have also been made in
hardy roses both standard and bush, all
looking remarkably well. In speaking of
standards Mr. Stromback states that
very little trouble is experienced in winter-
ing them successfully. The plants are laid
down in the fall and covered with dry
oak leaves, over w hich boards are placed
in such a position as to shed the rain, it
being essential to keep them as dry as
possible.

The conservatories, attractive at all
times, are at present ablaze with gorgeous
color. In the north wing the central
group of rhododendrons from the Moser
collection makes a superb show. These
specimens are large and apparently stood

the severe test of our summer climate
without injury. Some of the finest varie-
ties now in bloom are R. album f legans,
Chas. Bagley, Leviathan, Stella and Sir
Thomas S.bright.

Arranged in a semi-circle on the side
benches is a splendid assortment of calceo-
larias, still in fine condition although a
trifle past their best. Fuchsias in great
variety, pelargoniums, some late varie-
ties of azaleas, genista, cannas and many
other sorts add their wealth of color to
the general effect.

In orchids we notice several pieces of
Odontoglossum citrosmum with fine
spikes of flowers. Also Oncidium altis-
simum in bloom.

The fine collection of fancy caladiums,
now being rapidly brought forward in the
stove house, will soon be added to the
display in the show houses.

The ponds of aquatics are looking well.
Already the surface of the water is well
covered with foliage. Victorias planted
out April 20 show leaves 2 feet in diam-
eter. In nvmpha;as N. zanzibarensis and
Ecutifolia are beginning to bloom and a
number of others are showing bud.

HUMBOLDT PARK.

This paik, though not as large and pre-
tentious as Lincoln or Washington parks,
has still a peculiar charm to the visitor
that cannot be found at either of the
others. There isa rural aspectto its arch-
itecture that is very pleasing, but some of
the rural features are carried rather to ex-
cess. We admire a green lawn and would
like to see a lawn mower u^ed occasion-
ally to keep the grass in bounds. We may
not object to a few dandelions dotting
the lawns in the spring of the year, but
we draw the line at allowing them to go
to seed. It seems a pity to spoil the
charms of this beautiful little park by let-
ting this plant, which really becomes a
pest, overrun the lawns to such an extent
that the grass is almost entirely choked
out. It is perhaps next to impossible to
entirely keep this weed out of the lawn,
but it certainly can be kept in check. At
any rate it should never be allowed to go
to seed. And it is not the park alone
which suffers. The winds carry the light
and fluffy seeds in all directions, contam-
inating the neighborhood for miles
around What use is it for the lot owners
in the vicinity to keep grubbing out this
weed when the park management keeps
up acres of nurseries? But where lies the
fault? It appears that the superintend-
ent and gardeners are not to blame for
this state of affairs. It is claimed on
good grounds that the force of employes
is entirely inadequate to run things prop-
erly owing to a lack of funds.

But what becomes of the large suras of
taxes yearly collected for the support and
improve! -ent of the west side parks?
"Improvements," so called, have swal-
lowed up by far the largest part of these

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May 2^,

moneys with very little to show for it,
leaving but a meagre sum for running ex-
penses.

This park indulges in the luxury of a
rose house, which some of our larger
parks can't afford. This house, which is
about 100 feet long with a side wing of
50 feet, has cost the tax payers $16,000.
The roses are grown planted in benches
for cutblooms. But for whose benefit?
The general public? Possibly, but we
rather doubt it. This reminds us orf a lit-
tle incident which occurred the other day
while visiting one of the west side parks.
While conversing with a gentleman in
charge a young man came rushing out of
the office, and without taking the least
notice of our humble self, wanted to
know of our friend the reason why a cer-
tain number of bouquets hadn'tbeen sent
at a specified timeto theresidence of com-
missioner , mentioning by name a

well known member of the board, an ap-
pointee of our governor. Well, thisyoung
man informed our fnend, the headgar-
dener, that Mr. Commissioner was rais-
ing particular sheol about his bouquets
and he had better hustle them over on
double quick time. What could our friend
do but obey orders or else lose his official
head? So two of the men were taken
from their work and sent to pick flowers
while another employe made up the bou-
quets, and still another man was finally
despatched to deliver the goods. Perhaps
this accounts for the presence of the rose
houses at our parks.

Very little bedding out has been done
yet at Humboldt Park, but there is a fine
lot of well grown bedding stuff ready to
go out. Mr. Kleppin, headgardener, in-
tends to keep on the safe side and will not
venture bedding out anything except ger-
aniums until next week.

The conservatory contains some fine
specimens of palms, clean and well grown,
notably some half a dozen Corypha aus-
tralis which are the best we have seen
around Chicago. Also several very fine
Latania borbonica and Pandanus utilis.

Since writing the above we haveexperi-
enced one of those phenomenal changes in
the weather to which Chicago is no
stranger. Ordinarily such changes would
excite little comment, being of frequent
occurrence, but theextraordinary severity
of the weather for the last 4- days follow-
ing a season of unprecedented warm, and
at times almost tropical, heat, was, even
to our natives, a surprise.

A drop of temperature from nearly 90°
on Wednesday down to the freezing point
in a few hours with a furious northeast
gale, blowing steidilv for .'idays, has had
a very damaging effect on all outdoor
vegetation. The foliage of trees and
shrubs in thcmostexposcd positions were
blown to shreds, and even in the mr)Bt
sheltered spots, more or less damage is
noticed.

f)r course bedding out hascomc to a sud-
den halt. Fortunntcly, in our parks at
least, the moft tender plan's still remain
in the hotbeds or greenliousc. Achyran-
thus and ccntaurca, a lew of whi'h liiid
Ijccn planted, suffered severely and will
probably have to be replaced. Altcrnan-
thcras and cchevcrias on the other hnntl
show but lit tic the effect of the cold winds,
Gcrnniums are in a dishevelled and be-
draggled condition, but otherwise unin-
jured.

This season has therefore proved again
that it is unsafe to attempt bedding out
in this lattitudc until the last days in
May, no matter how far the season may
•rem to be advanced.

The Arrangement of Flowers.

V
FLAT BOUQUETS SUITABLE FOR FUNERAL.

Loosely and tastefully made up bou-
quets are now among the most popular
arrangements for funeral purposes, there
having been a decided falling off in the
call for set designs. Offerings of flowers
in these forms are never objectionable and
they can be used equally well to adorn the
casket or to decorate the room, and fin-
ally the grave.

These bunches may be made so simple
and inexpensive as to be within the
reach of the poorest, or so rich and costly
as to suit the purse of the millionaire.
Probably fully one-half, if not more, of all
the flowers used for this purpose at the
present time are used either as loose flow-
ers or in bouquet form. It happens there-
fore very frequently that we have a num-
ber of these bunches to make to be sent to
one address and at the same time most
people will leave their order with instruc-
tions to avoid if possible a duplication of
arrangements ordered by others.

In general form, all being flat (we are
now considering this style only), thesear-
rangements are necessarily much alike,
but by proper selection of material and
changes in detail, we are enabled to ob-
tain different results. At certain seasons
of the year the stock at our command is
so varied that little difficulty is exper-
ienced in arranging a dozen or more quite
distinct styles, but at other times our
choice of material is very limited, and
one is often at his wit's ends to avoid a
duplication. Fortunately at present we
are not confined to white flowers only , as
in former years, in funeral arrangements.
Not alone are pink and cream tints ad-
missible but frequently we an- requested
to employ Beauties and even Jacqs.

Let us now consider a few of these bou-
quets in detail. Our first illustration
shows a bunch of outdoor grown lily of
the valley. This flower is much used for
this purpose and it makesoneof the dain-
tiest arrangements. It can be used either
individually, as in this case, or in combi-
nation with other flowers, more particu-
larly with roses or violets. These flow-
ers are at command nowadays at any
season of the year and even in midwinter
or midsummer are generally quite reason-
able in price. Quite a handsome bunch
may be furnished at from $5 to $10 ac-
cording to the season of the year. The
bouquet we show contains about 100
sprays. In its arrangement the natural
foliage of the flower only is employed,
with the exception of half a dozL'n fronds
of adiantum for a finish. This finish of
green is used in lieu of ribbon. II ribbons
be used we prefer them rather narrow.
The arrangement of these however in
their various forms will form the subject
of a future article. If the bouquet to be
made is small, say 3 or 4 dozen flowers,
and the stems of these are fairly long, we
can get along without the use of wire,
but for the larger bunches, especially if
nrrangcfl in long spray form, the wire is
indispiiisablc. Hesides if the bou<|uet is
to he made quite long we need a support
for the back. To use n stick (match
sticks are often used) is not desirable, as
these are apt to break if bent, which is
often found necessary in bending the furm
into a desired slKi|)e. Cane answers the
purpose much better. Cut a piece of de-
sired length and wind around it some
green material. Smilan will answer, the
purpr)sc iK-ing to hide the cane from view
on the reverse side of the bunch. I'or
wiring flowers use No. 22 or 21- wire, take
3 or 4 sprays of the blooms with a leal
or two and twist the wire around the

extreme lower parts of the stems. The
arrangement is simple enough. Take up
the supporting piece of cane, which forms
the back bone so to speak, and hold it in
your left hand and wind in your flowers
in the desired shape. For tying, as has
been stated before, white spool cotton has
been generally used, but in recent years,
since sdkaline has come into use for smi-
lax, this material also is growing in favor
for use in bouquet work. It is in every
way superior to cotton, being much
stronger and in weight not much heavier,
besides the string will not show, the color
being nearly that of the foliage; but there
is a material difference in the cost and for
that reason the former is more gener-
ally used. Be careful not to let any of the
wire show. This should not apply alone
to the front view of the bouquet but also
to the reverse side as well, which should
be backed up with green. If valley leaves
are not sufficient use ferns. Where no rib-
bon is used the stem of the bouquet
should be finished by reversing some of
the flowers in irregular form, as shown in
the engraving.

Illustration No. 2 shows a bunch of
roses, about four dozen in number, one-
half Brides, the other half Mermets. The
two varieties are arranged on a diagonal
line, each kind separate. As both of these
sorts however are of the same shape, and
as pink shows white, as is well known, in
a photograph, the division lines of the
two varieties do not show in the picture.
The arrangement of this form is mater-
ially the same as of No. 1. The stems of
the roses generally are of such length that
an artificial back support is unnecessary.
If, however, the stems are insufficient in
length, use the support as directed. In an
arrangement of this kind very few of the
roses will need wiring. Never use the
wire if it can be avoided, the more natural
the flowers droop the better the effect.
Tiie stem of this bunch is shown unfinished .
In most cases ribbons are used, with
either a few buds or a bunch of valley or
violets tied in with the ribbon. If finished
without the ribbon reverse a number of
roses and tie in somewhat in the manner
shown in No. 1. In all rose arrangements
of this kind adiantum may be used liber-
ally with good effect. A number of other
varieties, either separately or in combina-
tion, can be used equally well. Mme.
Wattcville is one of the very finest sorts
for this purpose. This variety and Bride
or Nipheto?, Roman hyacinths or valley,
make a fine combination. Cusin, La
France and Bridesmaid are all good.

Our last illustration is of a combination
of L. llarrisii and white tulips (I'otle-
bakkcr white) arranged on abackground
of three cycas leaves. Arrangements of
this kind, where the larger forms of flow-
ers are employed, are generally tied with
ribbon, which should be broati, say num-
ber 1(), or if the bunch be quite large even
wider than that. The arrangement of
this form can be seen at a glance, and
needs no ex])lanation. It is needless to
.•idd that no wires are necessary. I''or
gieeii in addition to the cycas leaves we
should use the larger forms of ferns. If
A. prince|)3 or any other sort of that type
can be had we will find those the very
best, but it only wood ferns are at hand
these will answer. A few fronds of the
lighter form of adiantum can be arranged
to droop over the ribbon with verv good
eflect.

Lilies, particularly llarrisii and longi-
lloruni, iire in great demand for occasions
of this kind, ("icncrally speaking these
(lowers show to the best adv;intage wlien
arranged separately, and a combination
with other varieties of flowers requires

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Illustration No. l.
ARRANGEMENT OP FLOWERS

judgment. A combination of Harrisii
and Dutch hyacinths, especially lavender
or dark blue, is in good taste, and tulips,
either white or pink, give a good effect.
But the lily is too heavy a flower to com-
bine with Romans or valley. Roses too
seem to lose in effect when combined with
lilies. Lilies may be tied with royal pur-
ple ribbon with fine effect, but be careful
to select the right shade.

Society of American Florists.

The Trunk Line Passenger Association,
which represents all the railroads enter-
ing New York and Philadelphia, has, in
response to the customary application
for reduced fares in favor of members of
the Society of American Florists attend-
ing the convention at Atlantic City next
August, decided that it will be impracti-

cable to apply the usual reduction on the
certificate plan, the meeting coming at
the busiest part of the season and at a
time when summer excursion rates are in
operation to Atlantic City and other
large resorts. It therefore becomes neces-
sary for those members intending to go
to the convention to make early arrange-
ments with the lines over which they
shall travel, endeavoring to travel in as
large companies as possible, as in this
way the most favorable rates will be
secured. Delegates from districts repre-
sented by a few only should communicate
with those having charge of the trans-
portation from the most convenient large
city or railroad centre, and thus get the
benefit of such low rates as may be
secured from such points.

It should be borne in mind also that
Atlantic City is a very busy place in

August, the normal population of less
than 20,000 being at that time increased
to possibly 100,000 or more. For this
reason it is very desirablethataccomoda-
tions at hotels or cottages be secured in
advance, or otherveise much discomfort
may be encountered.

In connection with the above it may be
well to add that the Chicago Florist Club
has already secured a very satisfactory
rate from one of the best lines and flor-
ists in the west and northwest are at
liberty to take advantage of same by
travelling with the Chicago party.

The Market.

The cut flower market seems to be
pretty well demoralized all over the coun-
try. Can nothing be done through unity
of action toward placing the market on a
better basis? We invite suggestions from
our readers and will be glad to have a
general expression of opinion.

In this connection will it not repay
every grower in dollars and cents to do
everything in his power toward making
the fall exhibitions successful. Leaving
out of consideration the fact that the
shows disseminate an interest in and
love for flowers, and thus create future
business, is not the immediate effect on
the market most beneficial? The flowers
used in making the exhibition are taken
out of the market- (most of them bringing
extra good returns to the growers) and it
is relieved to just that extent. If the ex-
hibitions in the large cities were discon-
tinued wouldn't the glut at chrysanthe-
mum time be much worse than at present?
If that is true then is it not of direct
profit to the grower to encourage the
exhibitions that more and better pre-
miums mav be offered in future and thus
afford further relief to the market? But
this requires something more than moral
support. You should not only be an ex-
hibitor but you should be active in help-
ing to advertise the show and make it a
financial success. Make it your business
to influence your grocer, your druggist,
and other storekeepers with whom you
trade to hang one of the chrysanthemum
posters or other advertising matter in his
window or other place where it will do
good . And exert yourself also to see that
one is given a conspicuous place in your
suburban railroad station. All working
together in this way a great deal of valu-
able advertising can be hadatslight cost.
And to make an exhibition successful we
must advertise! advertise!! advertise!!!

Exhibition advertising must be cumu-
lative to produce the best results. To
the enthusiastic lover of flowers one an-
nouncement may be enough (if he or she
sees it) but the others can be won only by
continued invitation. Out of 1000 people
who see a first announcement probably
no more than 50 may be induced to at-
tend. But an effect will have been made
upon the others and that effect may be so
strengthened by a second announcement
that 50 more will be won, and another 50
by a third one. We are thoroughly con-
vinced that by thorough judicious adver-
tising fully 57o of the population of any
city can be brought to pay admission to
a really worthy exhibition. If a small
city, the attendance can be raised to 10%
of the population, as it will be easier to
make every one acquainted with the event
and anxious to attend.

If no arrangements have been made for
an exhibition in your city this year take
steps now toward having one held. There
is money in it for you as well as every
other member of the trade in your city.

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Call a meeting of the florists of your city
together now and make your plans with-
out delay. We shall make it our business
to help you in every way in our power.
Ask anv questions you wish and we will
get replies for you from the best posted
men in the trade.

To Prevent Rust. — Dissolve one pound of sul-
phate of copper in two quarts o( ammonia in a 2-
galloD jar. When dissolved add another quart of
ammonia and stir well. [The liquid can be kept
in this form for some time and used as needed.!
Add a pint of this solution to a barrel of water and
sj'ringe the plants with a force-pump ever\' two
weeks. And don't let the time for spraying pass
without attending to the operation.

Carnation Notes.

On every side growers tell us that they
will grow more carnations next season.
Many are planning to put up additional
carnation houses and quite a number are
starting new into the business. This is
all right to a certain extent but there is
danger of overdoing the carnation busi-
ness as well as any other. Just as soon
as there are too many carnations on the
market for the demand, so soon will their
popularity be lowered and with it the
prices will go all to pieces. It is charac-
teristic of human nature to think when
any thing becomes very cheap or is seen
in quantity everywhere that it is common,
and then they will cease to use it no mat-
ter what its merits are.

A good carnation should never be sold
at less than twenty-five cents per dozen:
it does not matter so much if the second
class stock is sold out cheap but it does
matter very seriously if the tx;tter varie-
ties of carnations are sold below that
figure. In some of the smaller towns
(Lancaster for example) it is nothing
unusual to see good carnations sold for
ten cents per dozen; the consequence is
that the better class of people who could
and would pay a fair price look on them
as a common article and take something
eUe in their place.

Should present indications regarding
the number of growers for next season
be realized the result will be an overstock
that will work an injury in every way.
It will be well to seriously consider this
matter Ijeforc investing much money in
carnation growing. In the first place are
you sure ofa good rcnumcrative outlet for
them? if you are and grow good stock
there is no better business you can engage
in, but if you are not, the mtiny ups and
downs you will have to encounter will
make it the poorest business you could
engage in.

There is not so much danger of an over
supply of really first-classcarnations.nnd
it will l>c well for the grower starting
Into the business, the grower increasing
his plant and all of us to produce only
the finest of stock. To grow such stock
requires plenty of capital and not a little
ability find unless one has a fair share cjf
\tt)\\\ it is Ijest to go very slow for the
first season and see what he can do
liefore ulunging into it loo deeply. The
doys of "any ploce is good enough for the
carnations" and "Ihey don't take much
attention" arc over. To l»e successful now
they must have the Ijeslof plriccs to grow
in and the constant care of a good man.

Neither is there any use of growing the
older varieties any longer. If one wants
to be on a fair basis in the market with
other growers he must buy the best of
the new sorts and not look to a few dol-
lars one way or the other in stocking up
his place. The long and the short of it is
that the days of starting at the foot of
the ladder are about over; you have got
to start near the top or might as well not
s'art at all. It is all well enough to start
in a small waj' for experience but not to
make any money out of the business and
that is the object most of us are striving
for. "First be sure you are right, then
go ahead."

There are still some growers sending in
orders for carnation cuttings, with the
idea, 1 suppose, that half a loaf is better
than no breed, for cuttings planted from
the sand now are little more than half a
loaf for next winter's blooming. A good
cutting planted from the sand about May
1st and given a little extra care and at-
tention will make a very good plant for
next winter's blooming, but take that
same style ofa cutting June first and it is
just a month too late. If you must de-
pend on cuttings obtained now the best
plan is to plant them on soil made very
rich with well rotted manure and if possi-
ble where they can be flooded with water
if it turns very dry. But a farbetterplan
is to let them go entirely and depend on
good, well-grown field plants that are of-
fered in quantity in the fall by advertisers
in this journal. Do not understand me as
trying to advertise myself for I do not
grow field plants for sale, but I honestly
think that it is better to get the field
grown plants than to depend on the cut-
tings planted now.

It is a good plan to take a walkthrough
your carnation patch at least once a
week. It will not hurt the patch and you
may see something that needs attention
that will more than repay you for the bit
ot time it takes. Very often there is some
new insect or fungoid enemy that will de-
velop in the patch and by being on the
watch constantly you will see it in time
to check it. There is nothing like being
on time in all such cases. Prompt action
may mean the saving of quite a few dol-
lars.

I have before me an inquiry regarding
an insect that eats out the base of the
calyx in carnation flowers thereby caus-
ing the petals to drop. It is described as
about one-half an inch long with a green
body and hops like a grasshopper but
docs not have the legs of a grasshopper.
Do any of the growers know anything
about it and a remedy for ridding the
plants of it?

That is quite a good ideaof the I'i.okist
to keep the formula for the prevention of
rust constantly before us, and we will be
wise to heed the advice given. It is only
by every grower determining to fight the
rust with all his might and main that we
can expect to accomplish much toward
eradicating it. If you do not have the
rust and your neighbor lias .-iml .illows it
to go nnchetked, you arc more lli.in likely
to get it from hlin, so it will In- well to
remind him that there is a cheap .-ind ef-
fective remedy that will at least keep it
within bounds.

I have a batch of a novelty Ih.it cime
to me laden with rust. We (ilp|H(l them
in the sohilion mentioned above and
whenever wc see a siK-.k of rust develop-
ing we pinch it off and dip again. In ad-
dition to this we are growing them in the
greenhouse in live inch pf)lH, intemling to
use them US a test to see if plants that
arc bodly alTecled from the parent plant

can be entirely cleaned of it without ser-
ious injury to the plant itself.

Albert M. Herr.

Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints.

The last week of May and first of June
is the time, in this locality, for filling vases
and veranda boxes. If the boxes are not
over 6 feet long they can be filled at the
greenhouse and carted to their destina-
tion. It is more satisfactory to fill boxes
and vases at the greenhouse, because you
have a much larger choice of plants, and
can devote a squad of men to this partic-
ular job for whole days or weeks. Wher-
ever they are filled the same remark will
apply, as it does to hanging baskets; let
the soil be of the richest, for long before
summer is over the soil will be heavily
taxed by such a quantity of plants
crowded into a small space.

Avoid using any plants that have a
natural tendency to red spider. Age-
ratum is one of the worst for this pest.
It starts on such plants and quickly en-
velops the whole lot.

For upright plants you must be guided
a good deal by the aspect. If entirely on
the north side, or only getting a little of
the morning sun you can use Begonia Rex
and fuchsias to advantage, and other
plants that thrive in the shade, but if ex-
posed to plenty of sunlight the following
will be found a good assortment: Palms
from 18 inches to 2 feet high, of inexpens-
ive kinds; Kentia Belmoreana and Fors-
teriana, Chamarops Fortunei, Phcenix
reclinata and dactylifera, Corypha aus-
tralis, and if not too sunny Latania bor-
bonica and Areca lutescens. In ferns
Nephroleois tuberosum and exaltata; the
former is much the best ai^ almost indis-
pensable. Dracaena indivisa and austra-
lis, and geraniums of compact growth
and tough constitution. There are few
better than F. L. Raspail, bright scarlet;
P. Daubeck, light scarlet, very robust; Ern-
est Lauth, purplish crimson; La Favorite,
white, all semi-double. Acalyphain vari-
ety, coleus and achyranthes in variety,
begonias, the ornamental leaf varieties,
such as metallica, Olbia and others. Be-
gonia Vernon is a fine thing and easily
raised. Caladium esculentum when de-
sired, if they are very large boxes, but in
limited quantities, as they smother every-
thing else. Anthericum is a good plant
for the purpose, and thrives under any
conditions. Dou't put in feverfew, anthe-
mis, fuchsias, or show pelargoniums; how-
ever attractive they arc at the start they
(|uickly go out of flower and look shabby.
For droopers we use vincas, variegated
and green; senccio; glechoma; variegated
money vine; lobelia, dark and light blue;
nabturtiums; ivy geraniums. The newer
varieties of these arc magnificent. Ipo-
niica .Mortoiiii, single jjctunias; abutilon
Vcxillariuni, double sweet alyssum, and
a few others.

The surface of the soil should always be
covered with green moss; it prevents the
soil being washed, looks neat when first
filled, but above all prevents too rapid
evaporation. II you are .isked to m;ike;i
veranda box for a customer a good use-
ful size is 7 inches deep, 11 inches broad at
top, s inches at bottom, inside measure,
and any desiinl Iciigtll.

Vou slioiild pl.inl out a good lot of your
first sown asters now for your own use.
It is time yet to sow for a late crop; you
cm NOW these outside. The end of this
inontli is a good time to sow primulas
ili.it ;ire wfinted in bloom by Christmas.
I'liiee the pots in the coolest house or a
cold frame well shaded.

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iLLnSTRATION NO 2.
ARRANGEMENT OP FLOWERS.

Don't neglect in this busy time your
young cyclamen. They should now be in
3-inch pots, and keep them growing and
free of red spider and their great enemy
greenfly.

Don't overshade tuberous rooted bego-
nias and gloxinias; the full rays of the sun
will hardly do, but a light shade is suffi-
cient. Gloxinias need lots of shade when
their beautiful flowers are out, but not
before.

Allow me to digress a moment, just to
say that it is impressed on me more and
more every day that the successful culti-
vator of the future is not he who can pot
fast or well, or even build fine houses es-
pecially adapted to the plant he grows,
or even any other mechanical operation
in the business, or the regulation of heat
and moisture to the exact requirements
of his plant, but success will attend the
man who will faithfully, intelligently and
vigorously fight the many vegetable and
animal pests that are now trying to ex-
terminate our cultivated plants. You can
learn a smart boy to shift a plant or to
handle the hose, syringe, or wateringpot.

in a few months. You can easily get a
man to keep your temperature at the
right notch. But how seldom you meet
him, and what a jewel he is, who will
come and tell you that spider is making
its appearance on this plant, more smbke
is needed in that house; slugs are getting
too thick among the ferns; mealy bug
must be attended to among the palms;
Bordeaux mixture must be applied in an-
other house and anthracnose is in the
cutting bench. He is a gardener and
should receive credit for it. A man,
whether he is an amateur or the boss him-
self who will pass a plant complacently
and see it in distress either from want
of water or the attacks of enemies with-
out a pang of distress himself will never
make a gardener, and isonly of usetoyou
for the amount of mechanical work he can
do.

As soon as the benches can be cleared of
your spring stock, and 4 or 5 inches of
good heavy loam put on them, plant out
chrysanthemums; the middle of June is a
good time to plant those that you want
to have from two to four flowers each, so

a plant that has been stopped once is
about right. The plants you want for
pot plants to be lifted early in September
can be from the same stock, although a
young thrifty plant in a 2-inch will do
just as well, and keep it pinched several
times during the season. Chrysanthe-
mums must have no shade at any time of
their growth; lam convincedthatshade is
conducive to that rust which attacks
them in August or September.

There is plenty of time yet to propagate
more stock and don't forget to keep the
sand saturated; twice a day water them,
if weather is bright, and never let them
wilt during their existence. For the sin-
gle stem plant in 4, 5 or 6-inch pots,
which are becoming more fashionable
every year, the middle or end of June is
plenty of time to propagate.

If you have any young plants of Linum
trigynum in 2 or 3-inch pots plant them
out in open ground; they arenot yetcom-
mon, and will be a good Christmas plant.
Lift about end of September, and keep
well syringed and pinched to produce a
compact plant. Wm. Scott.

Hot Water Under Pressure.

Ed, Am. Florist:— As the advocate and
introducer of the hot water under press-
ure system forheatinggreenhouses, allow
me to object to some of the remarks made
of late by some of your correspondents as
to the efficiency and economy of the prin-
ciple, showing conclusively that they are
not well acquainted with it. To begin
with the use of common steam and com-
mon hot water boilers is to be deprecated
as they are not adapted to it, lacking
both the power required, and in the case
of the last ones, generally made of cast
iron, are not safe to use under much
pressure, as we well know by experience.
Coils made of small steam pipes (from
one to two inches) are the only ones to
be used to advantage, as the small quan-
ty of water contained, circulating over
the fire so many times will be heated to a
very high degree, forming superheated
water, as they call it, while in steam and
hot water boilers, the water circulating
only once over the fire, coming in at one
end and out at the other, cannot be ex-
pected to be very warm. Of course the
coils can only be used under pressure as
they will generate steam and drive the
water out the apparatus in a few minutes.

Our favorite form of coil is the elliptic
one, made double or treble by having
several coils inside the other, leaving in
the centre an opening of 9 or 10 inches to
act as a coal magazine, being fed from the
top, and the coil about a foot from the
grate. A coil made on that plan, two
feet high and two feet in diameter, and a
shaking grate to correspond, will easily
heat from two to three thousand feet of
2-inch piping and carry coal enough to
last from eight to twelve hours without
replenishing, with an occasional shake at
the grate. For a larger amount of work
we use horizontal coils which can easily
be increased to any size required.

In our houses we use the pressure of a
large tank, some 40 feet above the boiler
or coil, with the connecting valve (%-inch)
closed about three-quarters, and the sup-
ply on the return, so as not to impede
circulation, and that has given us the
best results, showing a net saving of one-
third in the first outlay of construction,
one-third in fuel, and another third in
heating capacity over other systems.

We had occasion, some 40 years ago to
use Parkinson system of high pressure
(75 to 100 pounds) and 1-inch piping

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thronghout, and we must admit that it
was the most effective mode of heating
■we ever saw; the drawback was, how-
ever, that under such pressure, contrac-
tion and expansion of the pipes, it caused
too many leaks. Our system is only a
modification of it, using larger pipes and
less of them, retaining the use of coils,
however.

We have heated quite a number of
houses, and dwellings housesalso on both
tank and closed plans of pressure with-
out any marked difference, both ways
proving eminently successful, comparing
with other ways of heating.

Xeedham, Mf s=. Denvs Zirngiebel.

New York.

Trade with both wholesalers and retail-
ers is worse, if possible, than ever. There
is really nothing to do for half the men
employed. This would not cause any
comment if it was four weeks later; it is
the fact of its coming so early in the sea-
son that gives it its significance. Outdoor
bloom is being received in enormous quan-
tities and while it does not bring enough
in most cases to pay express charges it is
a decided injury to the legitimate green-
house stock.

Siebrecht & Wadley are much pleased
with the reception which their new rose
Belle Siebrecht has been accorded by their
customers this season. Many baskets for
dinners and other occasions have been
made of it. It has proved a great keeper
and the color always good, lights up glo-
riously by gas or electric light. It is com-
ing now with strong stems and fine fol-
iage.

Among the choicest flowers now being
received are blooms of Cattleya Triana
of the grandest forms and great variety
of coloring. In the simpler stock are to
be found yellow Sweet Sultan, campanu-
las, etc., which seem to be as highly es-
teemed as their more showy companions.

Mr. Thos. W. Weathered will sail on his
customary summer visit to England on
May 23.

Mr. Francis Fell of Tottenham, Lon-
don, is in town.

Boston.

The demand continues very light and
irregular in the cut flower market. Much
of the stock coming in finds its outlet
through the street fakirs, who get it at
their own price. Ten Mermets for a
quarter is the standard priccon thestreet
corners at present. P'igurcs arc tending
downward on everything. Outdoor val-
ley is very abundant. Sweet peas are sold
as low as fifty cents a hundred.

Jamea Comley is planning a Japanese
garden. It will comprise about two acres
of ground and will rci)roducc as ncarlyas
possible the jx-culiar features of ornamen-
tal gardening as followed in Japan, with
bridgc-s, grottos, arbors, dwarfed trees,
etc, A tacsonia rniscd from seed pro-
cured by Mr. Comlcv in Japan is now
flowering. The blooms arc large, pale
rose, and borne in great ))rofusion.

E. B. Clnpp will add .''.000 feet of glass
to his cstabliHhnicnt in OorcheBtcr this
season. I^ord & Burnhnm have the con-
tract for the houses, which will be of iron
frame work with iron iK-nchcs and best
construction throughout.

A long disputcrl point has at last been
t<rttlcd by the compulsory removal of
(ialvin Flros'. Hack May store from the
Hotel Vcndomc. Stipulations in thcdccd
of the property which forbid tliccncronch-
ment of any business upon Common-
wealth avenue property arc the cause.

Bowditch & Co. will also be obliged to
find a new location within a few months,
as the Tremont House in which their
store is located is to be torn down to
make room for a large office building.

The greenhouses of Charles Fottler at
Dorchester have been taken by the city,
the route of one of the new boulevards
passing right through the property.

Mr. C. M. Atkinson exhibited some
finely bloomed plants of Cattleya Mossiee,
Lfelia purpurata, dcndrobiums and
odontoglossums at Horticultural Hall on
May 19.

A. W. Crockford, of Medford has made
an assignment to D. Pendergast, of Mai-
den.

D. F. Grant, South Boston, has also
failed.

Chicago.

The sudden drop in temperature has
had the effect of shortening the rose crop.
The careful grower has of course resumed
firing and no bad effects in quality are as
yet apparent. Speaking of quality, how-
ever, roses, with few exceptions, are
rather poor. Carnations also are getting
smaller, although the quantity sent in
seems larger than ever; the demand for
these is very lieht at present. Pasonies,
which are now received in large quanti-
ties from southern Illinois and Indiana,
are a drug in the market. The best se-
lected go at $1 for 3 dozen, though last
year this same stock brought easily 75
cents per dozen.

The whole market is in such chaotic
condition that there is no longer a settled
price for anything. Nominally the whole-
sale men quote stock at last week's fig-
ures, but the demand both local and ship-
ping is so light that there is no pretense
of sticking to settled prices.

Retailers without exception agree as to
this spring being the dullest season ever
experienced.

Jos. Curran had a novel dinner decora-
tion which was given by the Fellowship
Club at Kinsley's. The tables were set
under a tent erected in the ball room, a la
Turk. Around the tent a border of green
sods about two feet wide was laid. The
space between this and the walls of the
room was spread with gravel and sand,
in effect to carry out the idea of an oasis
in the desert. The corners of the rooms
were banked with fine groups of palms.
The table decoration consisted of a pro-
fusion of white pa;onies set in vases (the
tabic linen being red), making afinc effect.
The guests entered over a gravel path
which was flanked on either side by a
magnificent vase of American lieautics.

The Lincoln Park board has reorgan-
ized with Andrew Crawford as i)rcsi(lcnt.
In a recent interview with a reporter for
a daily \>i\\Kr Mr. Crawford is reported
to have said that he thought highly of
Superintendent Pcttigrcw, but still more
of harmony in the board, and that there-
fore Mr. Pcttigrcw would have to go.
This announcement is the most remarka-
ble of thcscricaof wonderful explanations
that have yet l)ecn made in this case.
The old board was unanimous in resist-
ing the governor's demands that Mr.
Pcttigrcw be removed to make a place
for an "engineer." The governor there-
fore removed the commissioners who li;i<l
the manhood to refuse to execute his be-
hests rind appointed men who would.
And now Mr. P. must go in order to pre-
serve "harmony" in the board. In view
of the facts, well known to every rea<ler
of the daily press in this city, such aHlate-
mcnt is an insult to the intelligence of the
people such as wc did not expect, even

from the representatives of "Supreme
Park Commissioner" Altgeld.

In the meantime Mr. Pettigrew has re-
ceived offers of positions at much better
salaries than that he has received as
superintendent of Lincoln Park. A change
will mean for him increased financial re-
turns, but his heart was in his work at
the park and he takes his leave sadly.
Chicago will be the great loser and the
name of Altgeld will be execrated for
years by all friends of horticulture in this
city, and, indeed, in the whole west.

For the next two years this man will
have control of the north and west parks,
and the damage that will be done in that
time by "political engineers" can hardly
be calculated. But when his term expires
there will once more be an opportunity
for progress, for Altgeld could never
again receive the nomination of his party,
to say nothing of its vote. A most sig-
nificant fact in this connection is that the
club of German-Americans which was a
prominent factor in securing his nomina-
tion two years ago has since repudiated
him utterly and absolutely, the feeling be-
ing most conclusively shown by a heavy
adverse vote upon an application by one of
his friends for permission to hang his por-
trait in the club's gallery of prominent
German-American citizens.

Battery D has been selected for holding
the chrysanthemum show of 1894-. The
battery is now much better adapted for
the purpose than formerly, as during the
World's Fair period it was well finished
off inside for use as a concert hall. Dur-
ing all last summer it was known as the
Trocadero theatre. There is a feeling
among the members of the Horticultural
Society that no effort should be spared to
make the show fully equal to, if not better
than the World's Fair show of last year,
and the affair will be laid out on most
liberal lines. The show will last a full
week, with fresh competitions almost
daily. The prizes offered are worthy the
attention of every grower in the country
and in the cut flower classes there will un-
doubtedly be entries from a considerable
distance. Competition is open to all.
The show will be very liberally advertised
.and the management will be disappointed
if the attendance does not equal or ex-
ceed that of last year.

Our announcement in last issue that an
appropriation had been made for new
conservatories in Washington Park was
a little premature, though the report was
given wide publicity in the daily press.
We are advised by Supt.Kanst that "The
commissioners had talked of building
and had thought of spending in the neigh-
borhood of $75,000. Mr. I). II. Burnham
has been instructed to submit plans but
no .appropriation has been made as yet."

The South Park Commissioners have
been considering plans for the improve-
ment of Midway Plais.-ince, which was
left in pretty rough condition after the
World's Fair. They have finally adopted
a plan prepared by Frederick Law Olm-
sted which provides for the conversion of
the pliiisancc into a canal and boulevard
connecting J;ickson and Washington
Parks. The canal, which will be 100
feet wide, will connect the lagoon in
Jackson Park with the water in W.ish-
inglon Park, so it will be jiossible to go
bv w.'iter from Lake Michigan to the cen-
ter of Washington Park. This will be a
ch.-irniing water ride on the electric
launches that were so serviceable during
the World's I'air. The island in J.-ickson
Park will remiiin as it was during the
Fair. The bridges where streets will
cross the Midway canal will beoforna-

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Illustration No. 3.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS.

mental character, and on either side of
the canal will be two driveways, each 40
feet wide, with boulevard planting. Un-
fortunately the Illinois Central railroad
objects to having a water course run un-
der their tracks and will fight the project,
but the commissioners are so sure of final
victory that they have adopted the plan
regardless. Until the legal fight is finished
the space reserved for the canal willbe de-
voted to lawns.

Mr. S. A. Wolcott, of Batavia, was
married May 16. The bride was Mary
L. Emerson.

Baltimore.

The last meeting of the club was fairly
well attended in spite of the planting sea-
son being on us, and several questions
were debated withvivacity. "Whatdoes

it cost to grow coleus?" was answered
finally by a member offering to grow for
$20 per thousand all needed by another
who had stated four cents as the cost of
producing good plants. Then the ques-
tion of budded roses was taken up, with
a question of ethics tacked to it, by some
one who asked "Is it right to sell budded
roses without telling the purchaser they
are budded?" Of course, the point of the
question lay in whether a budded rose is
better, worse, or equally as good as one
on its own roots, and probably the seller
will quiet his conscience if it gives him un-
easiness, by persuading himself that at
least there are doubts on the subject,
even among the membership of so learned
a body as the Gardeners' Club.

The cut flower season is about over;
here and there, a little life is shown in the

market on account of a society event ot
some kind or other, but in the main the
events calling for flowers of fine quality
are sicknesses or deaths, the bulk of the
flowers purchased for other purposes be-
ing out door flowers, sold in the markets.
Plant trade seems much as usual, possi-
bly something of a falling ofl from previ-
ous years, but notenough to seem serious,
not even as much as might have been ex-
pected considering the stringency of the
times, and the numbers of people out of
work. Mack.

Washington.

The market florists report trade in bed-
ding plants as being unusually good.
Clark Bros., say they have never had such
a good season. Prices are keeping pace
with the demand and all seem to be happy
over the spring rush.

The cut flower trade is holding its
own and will compare favorably with
other seasons, though the markets and
streets are flooded with spring stuff.
Roses are excellent in quality and plenti-
ful, but the pricesaredown in consequence
of so many being peddled about the
streets.

Hybrid roses at the Botanic Garden,
and in fact throughout the city, are re-
markably fine and in great profusion this
season. They were not far enough ad-
vanced at the time of late frost in April to
be affiected as were many of the other
hardy flowering shrubs.

Weigelias are now in full flower in the
parks. They show perceptibly the efiects
of the late cold snap, many of them being
killed half way to the ground. They
were fine old specimens and would have
made a grand display but for the nipping
they received. Viburnums have been very
fine, yielding more flowers this season
than ever before. Hydrangea paniculata
grandiflora is beginning to show buds
which promise a grand display. They are
grouped in some of the reservations and
the effect is very beautiful when they are
in flower. The collection of German iris
at the Botanic Garden is in full flower,
making a very attractive feature. I am
surprised that some of the varieties of
this class of plants are not more generally
grown. The flowers of some of the irises
are almost as handsome as orchids and
aie far more fragrant than the majority
of orchids. The admirers of these flowers
would be well repaid if they could stroll
around the borders of the garden at
present. Later we will have a fine dis-
play of the Japanese varieties. Among
these are some very fine flowering ones;
they were presented to the Gardens by
Mrs. Senator Wolcott, of Colorado (who
is a great lover of flowers), who imported
them direct from Japan.

The parks are all in excellent condition
this season with the exception of one or
two of the larger reservations, where the
grass has not been kept cut owing to the
lack of appropriations for that purpose.
Mr. G. H. Brown is pushing the bedding
in the parks with the slim force at his
command: they have over 100,000 plants
out, of which 80,000 are geraniums.
Should the weather be favorable Mr.
Brown expects to fanish the bedding next
week, except the K. of P. badges.

The horse chestnut trees which are
planted on 13th street from P street to
Fla. avenue, N. W., a stretch of about %
of a mile, are simply perfect this year,
owing I presume to the mild European-
like winter. They present a beautiful
picture at present, being covered with
long spikes of white flowers, with a back
ground of rich foliage, giving forth per-

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fumes for squares. This reminds one of a
trip to Busby Park, near London, where
the "Cockneys" go when this tree is in
flower, to get asniffof fresh air and to ad-
mire the beautiful. Some forty years ago
as many as 6.000 people would go to
see this magnificent avenue, a mile in
length, the trees being about SO feet high.
But they were planted a little too close,
which is a mistake generally made not
excepting the Parking Commission of
Washington. The horse chestnut should
be planted when small, as it is a deep-
rooting tree, in fact it would be far better
if the seed was planted where the tree is
intended to remain (as is best with most
of the large seeded trees). The Parking
Commission made a strike when they
selected this tree for 13th street as the
most of that street from P street to
Boundary has been deeply filled with
fairly good soil (a portion of it was once
a fine market garden) thus enabling them
to send their roots down to a considera-
ble depth. While this is not a rapid grow-
ing tree as compared with other varieties
planted on our streets its symmetrical
form, handsome foliage, and beautiful
flowers more than make up for its slow
growth. On the west lawn of the Capitol
park stand several fine specimens of this
tree, which are more than 50 years old
and when in flower they are much ad-
mired by the thousands of visitors who
find their way to the Capitol at this sea-
son, particularly when Congress is in
session.

Mr. J. R. Freeman, who has been so
dangerously ill, is slowly improving,
though he is yet a very sick man. His
many friends will be glad to see him out
again. May it be very soon.

Reynolds.

Buffalo.

As predicted in my last a very pleasant
time was spent with Mr. Long at his an-
nual opening on Tuesday last. "Recep-
tion from 3 to 5; bowling from 5 to 7;"
something like that the invitations read.
Mr. Long had his several apartments
swept up in very orderly fashion and the
sweetest smiles were worn by Mr. L.'s !
lady clerks. All these little things count, i
The bulb room had the greatest attrac-
tion for the visitors and on entering it,
which the writer did rather late, he found
the reason very evident and visible. On
a long table were spread dainty sand-
wiches, delicious ices and cakes, and pre-
sided over by a most cultured colored
gentleman. At the end of the table was
a litxrral sized punch bowl. There were
other kinds of refreshments for the more
plcljcian taste. As the hour to adjourn to
the bowling alley drew near Mr. Long
briefly thanked us all for our presence and
hoped that another year would see all
again assembled for the same purpose
and with the same mutual good feeling:.
Thanks for such a plcanant hour w ere well
worded by .Messrs. Constnntinc, Scott.
Cowcll, Fry, and {'resident Adams, some
of the »f<cakcr« reviewing the buHiness of
Buffalo for the past 20 years and won-
dering how wc could nowgct along with-
out our commission man. .Mr. Cowcll's
closing remark met with unc|ualiticd in-
dorK-mcnt. It was to the effect that Mr.
Long's "o|>cningB" should l>e monthly in
place of annual. Mr. I'ry came all the
woy from Kothcstcr, and several other
towns were rciirciientcd. livery florist in
the city should have liccn present. W.J.
Palmer, Sr., was mitscd. lie always
adds iolidity to an affair of this kind but
of course the punch went much farther.
What's the matter with Christcnson,

Belsey and Buxton? Want of time is no
excuse, for anyone of them will spend
more hours on a slight excuse at some-
thing not half as enjoyable. Mr. L. had
engaged the three fine alleys of the "Silver
dollar" and for several hours there was
great timber felling. The game was
greatly enjoyed by old and young. The
only feature of it was that the gray heads
and baldheads made much the largest
score. Cowell, Mepsted, Scott and "War-
horse" Constantine were on top. Long
scored high. Nolan, Rebstock, Barth,
Eggert, were in the rush with several
more, while Fry, Adams and Milley
brougtt up the rear.

Business is reported as fair. Outside
valley is in its prime but will soon begone.
Roses still quite good. Outside tulips are
plentiful but not in great demand. There
are plenty of carnations and they retail at
30 to 40 cents per doz^n. Daybreak is
scarce and many more could be sold.
Puritan is the white lor the spring months;
it beats them all, but no one here can get
many flowers from it until February. At
present Palmer, Constantine and Scott
are picking large quantities of extra fine
flowers of it.

The most elaborate wedding of the sea-
son occurred on Friday on our aristo-
cratic North street, when the daughter of
George L. Williams was married to Mr.
Keefe. Trinity church was most lavishly
decorated with palms and Harrisii lilies,
and the same features werecarried out at
the house. The entire spacious veranda
was inclosed with netting on which was
fastened laurel (kalmia). In several of
the rooms were handsome banks of palms
with lilies everywhere. The staircase was
trimmed with asparagus with here and
there a grand bunch of orchids. Mr.
Thorley supplied the bride and maids'
bouquets and brought the flowers and
made them here hitnself. Scott did the
decorations at the house and church. The
bride's bouq uet was 5 or 6 dozen Niphetos.
The bridesmaid's bouquets were of Mer-
mets. W. S.

Cleveland.

A hail storm of unusual severity paid
our city a visit on the 17th inst., doing
more or less damage to greenhouses, sky-
lights and windows. For size of hail and
duration of storm it was uncqualed.
Some of the larger pieces of ice that fell
measured from eight to twelve inches in
circumference and were generally flat in
shape, not unlike a common doorknob in
appearance. Some idea of the force with
which the stones fell can be had from the
fact that in jjlaces the sash bars were
dented and fractured, and heavy corru-
gated glass (in skylights) that was over
a fourth of an inch in thickness was bro-
ken. The hail fell for about twenty min-
utes and was followed by Ji heavy down-
pour of rain, which added to the general
destruction in the greenhouses.

The florists on East Prospect street ap-
I)eared to lie in the center f)f the storm, as
there the destruction was most complete.

Harry Jaynes lost about four filths of
his glass, and a large number of plants
are damaged by broken glass. When he
was asked about repairing his houses he
said he had not f|uitedecidc<l liut lli)Uglit
he would give up the present houses and
build a new plant outside the city limits.

Al Kobirt Hughes' place the loss inglass
was complete, as only here and there wjis
a whole piiiic left. His loss is ;il)oul 1(1,-
000 feet. Iklifilrope, fuchsias, coleusand
other soft stuff was ruined by the falling
ginsf.

The deitruction at F. C. Hills' green-

houses was also complete. He lost about
8,000 feet of glass and all his stock of
bedding stufi"is more or less damaged by
the glass and heavy rain, for to make
matters worse the storm has been followed
by two days of cold rain.

All of the above florists were uninsured,
so the loss will be complete. Mr. Hills
carried hail insurance for several years
and then dropped it. Just now he would
feel better if he had kept it in force.

.\rchibald Campbell, on Cedar avenue,
lost about two-thirds of his glass.

Charles worth suffered in like amount at
his place on Sibley street, while his houses
on Doane street were damaged to a
greater extent.

The splendid range of houses at J. H.
Wade's private place were completely
ruined, as were also quite a number of
smaller places.

James Eadie lost only about 2,000 feet,
as they did not get the full force of the
storm.

The loss at the Gordon greenhouses was
very slight as they were nearly outside
the "Hail Belt" this time.

In West and South 'leveland there was
very little damage done, and at J. M.
Gasser's rose house on Lake avenue there
was no glass broken, while at his general
greenhouses, five miles further west, there
was no hail at all.

This would be a good territory for an
agent of the Florists' Hail Association to
visit just now.

We also learn that our neighboring
towns received a like visit the same day.
A wail comes from Canton, but we could
not ascertain how much damage had been
done. L.F. D.

Toronto.

The lecture given by Professor J. Hoyes
Panton, of the Ontario Agricultural Col-
lege, Guelph, at the regularmeetingof the
Gardeners' and Florists' Association, on
"Parasitic plants and how to overcome
them," brought out a goodly crowd of
members and their friends, all of whom
went home saying that it was the best
and most instructive meeting the Associa-
tion has ever held, and thoroughly con-
vinced that a move in the right direction
had been made in starting a course of
scientific lectures.

Professor Panton has the happy knack
of making what looks like a dull subject
to most people very interesting to folks
of moderate education as well as to those
who have had more privileges, using
language so simple and plain that a
school boj' could take everything in and
digest it.

The lecture was given quite extempore
and wasillustrated by diagrams of highly
magnified specimens of the various plant
jjarnsites that are troublesome to gar-
deners, f.irmers, etc., in their various
stnges of development. The professor
emphasized the fact that "prevention is
better than cure" and s.iid that the best
I)rcvciitive w.is to "clean up and burn"
all rubbish likely to be aflcctcd or that
would harbor spores.

Bcirdcaux mixture properly made and
applied was the best thing to destroy the
fuiit;i and prevent it from spreading. Here
is his riceipl f>r the mixture, which may
be uHilul to many: Fivcpounds sulphate
copper, four pounds lime, forty gallons
water. Dissolve the sulphate top) >cr in two
gallons ofwater, then slack the lime, which
must he frcshandgood (thisisimportont)
and strain it through a coarse tlolli into
the Hulpliate copper water, then |)Our in
the rest of the water and you have Bor-
deaux mixture. Half a dozen other mix-
tures were also mentioned.

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The professor now intends to make a
particular study of the carnation rust
and violet disease and proposes to come
down again and give us the benefit of his
investigations.

Bedding out will probably begin next
week in earnest. As yet only a few small
private places have planted any thing out.
The weather has been cool and wet the
last few days, with a probability of some
cold nights in the near future.

The Park Superintendent has appointed
Mr. E. H. Carter as care-taker of River-
dale Park. The appointment is a good
one.

Store trade amounts to very little these
days and times generally are very dull,
every one economizing. Howeverthereare
signs of gradual improvement. Toronto
is all right, merely a slight temporary in-
disposition. E.

Philadelphia.

At the last meeting of the Pennsylvania
Horticultural Society Atr. Clark, on be-
half of the syndicate who are to advance
the greater part of the funds to rebuild
the hall, stated that he would advise that
no active work except that of a prepara-
tory character be commenced until the
fall. It seems that a snag has been found
in some old bonds which were issued on
the hall years ago, but which were wiped
out when the property was sold by the
sheriff, and bought in by Mr. Schaffer,
who held the mortgage against it. It
seems that these bonds still stand against
any property the society may become
possessed of, and if the hall is built as
proposed and there is any revenue derived
therefrom it might be attached to satisfy
these bonds. It was advised to look up
the bonds, wherever they could be found,
as they are not now of any value, and
have the present owners turn them in, so
that they should not fall into the hands
of third parties who might harass the
society. It was also thought well to pre-
pare plans and have the architect selected
so that active work could be commenced
in the fall, after the vacation season.
Quite a number of new^ members were
added to the society, which shows that
interest in its work is still being taken by
the public.

Tbere are quite a number of more or less
elaborate designs made of Cape flowers
and immortelles for Decoration Day, Mrs.
Wolfe of Broad & Columbia avenues has
a large number of these pieces, many of
them original designs; they are ordered
by business houses, who present them to
the various Grand Army posts for use in
their memorial services Decoration Day.

Business is very dull, American Beauty
roses seeming to be the only flower for
which there is much demand; these are to
be had at from $1 to $3 perdozen. Sweet
peas seem to sell well and bring from $5
to $10 per thousand; cornflowers 75 cents
to $1 per hundred. Pyrethrum in various
colors sells for $1.50 to $2 per hundred.
Harris had a very pretty dark red pteonv
without a name, very early and a good
seller. Mr. Hams is sending a car load
of plants to Boston to be sold bv Mr.
Hatch; the sale will takeplacenextSatur-
day, 26th inst. The stock is his very best.

Jacob Becker is busy with his chrysan-
themums, and from the looks of his stock
he will have a very fine lot of plants next
fall; they are all to be grown in pots. He
has a house planted with La France and
another of Marie Guillot for summer cut-
ting.

Growers fjr sometime have been im-
porting palms from Europe, but now the
tide has turned, as a short time ago Mr.

Henry A. Dreer sent over a large lot of
small latanias. In these days of rapid
ocean transit it will no doubt soon be-
come common for florists of the new and
old world to exchange stock with one
another.

Robert Cranford, M. Rice, of Mar-
cheutz & Co., and Eugene Weiss are be-
coming great bicycle riders, and forty to
fifty miles a day is as nothing to them.
A trio covering over forty miles was in-
dulged in one day recently by this trio,
who report having had a splendid time.
Perhaps in addition to the bowling con-
tests at the annual convention we may
have to add a race or two on the wheel,
as should there be "others" in the trade,
and we think it likely, who are fond of
this sport, they will soon want to know
who is the best, and they should be given
a chance to find out by all means.

This vicinity was visited by a violent
thunder storm on Thursday last, accom-
panied by high winds, but not much dam-
age was done, although there was con-
siderable hail, which damaged some flower
beds recently planted.

Bowling matters are now getting very
interesting, and the attendance at the
practice games for the next month or so
will be large, and the interest intense; the
big four will be sure to be on hand. K.

Pittsburg.

Trade still moves slowly in this city,
with a supply of plants equal to all calls.
Much bedding out has been done. In the
early part of the week the weather was
fine, but for the last three days it has
rained continuously, and to-nieht (19th)
the thermometer is down to 40° and it is
still raining. I am afraid that the tender
bedding plants will have a sore appear-
ance when it clears away and manv will
have to be replaced.

Cut flowers are in fair demand and
plentiful. Extra fine carnations fetch
$1.50 per 100. Smilax scarce.

E. H. Beckert has opened a store on
Penn avenue, East End. He was for-
merly with Duff Bros.

Jno.R. and A.Murdoch have been quite
busy the past week with funeral work.

Next Monday will witness the opening
of what promises to be the largest state
conclave of Knights Templar ever held in
Pennsylvania. The decorations are in
the hands of Elliott & Ulam, who have
been kept busy for the past week making
dry work.

The parks will commence bedding the
present week, and as the Grand Army
will hold its encampment here, a great
many appropriate badges will be made.

Worcester, Mass.

The season is so far advanced this
spring tnat all outside stuff is very much
earlier than usual, consequently there
was a lack of entries in the classes that
called for outside culture at the May ex-
hibition of the Horticultural Society.

Although tulips were shown in goodly
numbers there was not the brilliant dis-
play that we would have had if the date
of the exhibition had been changed to a
week earlier. But one stand of hyacinths
was shown, which contained some good
spikes but were foolishly staged without
foliage.

Pansies both in pots and cut were well
represented, some very fine types being
shown. Denys Zirngiebel, of Needham,
Mass., showed two stands of blooms
which attracted considerable attention
from the large size of the flowers and the
peculiar marking.

Probably the baskets of cut flowers
attracted the most comment; there being
no restrictions some fine pieces of large
proportions were shown; the display of
hand bouquets was very disappointing
as they were made up in very poor shape
and were anything but artistic. The
stands of cut flowers were very good and
contained some excellent blooms, which
were staged so as to bring out the diff^er-
ent colors in a harmonious blending that
was very eflfective.

There were but {&w entries in the pelar-
gonium class and the plants exhibited
were only medium in quality and not well
bloomed; there was a very good attend-
ance.

First premiums were awarded to
Edward Hall for tulips, cut pansies, vase
of tulips; to H. A.Jones for pansy plants,
pelargoniums; to H. F. A. Lange for
basket and stand of cut flowers; to W. J.
Wood for bouquet.

The date of the next exhibition is June
7, and begonias, irises, clematis, fuchsias,
rhododendrons, azaleas (Ghent) and cut
flowers are scheduled.

Business has been very fair, the daily
sales reported being but a little under
those of last year. First class stuft" is
plentiful and regular prices prevail. There
will probably be a shortage of flowers for
Memorial day as a great deal of outside
stuff such as valley, Narcissus poeticus,
myosotis, lilac, etc., which always helped
us out on Memorial day, will have done
blooming. Seedling.

St. Paul, Minn.

The week has been one of activity in
florist circles. Starting in warm and
bright and the heat increasing until the
mercury went up to 90° in the shade,
everybody became anxious for their beds
to be planted and vases filled. On Thurs-
day however it turned suddenly cold, the
wind blew a blizzard from the north, and
tender plants outside suffered accordingly.
Frost on Friday night nippingmany gar-
dens and unprotected plants has checked
the sudden desire for bedding and vase
plants to be put out.

During the week heavy downpours of
rain, supplemented by hail beat every-
thing flat before it. We learn of no dam-
age to glass by hail in St. Paul, but have
been informed that considerable damage
was done in Minneapolis.

Stock about town is abundant and fine.
May & Co., Hansen, Warren and Lemke,
all have fine geraniums and all report
good sales. Some very fine pansies are
also seen, retailing atfrom 30 to 50 cents
per dozen. Many of the small florists are
now reaping their only harvest of the
whole year, selling potted plants on the
market, peddling them on the streets and
planting them out in lawns and cemeter-
ies.

Department stores and cigar stands are
also offering plants and with so many
avenues for disposing of their stock the
growers will be able to sell everj'thing.

In cut flowers, sales have been up to the
average. Owing to the warm weather
the fore part of the week, roses were a
little off in form and color, buteverything
sold readily and notwithstanding the
enormous number cut they all sold. The
department stores are now selling them
daily and this may account for there be-
ing no surplus on hand.

Some nice carnations are still seen. C.
Hansen and C. I. Warren are cutting
some very fine Silver Spray. This carna-
tion, besides being a very free bloomer

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The American Florist.

May 24^

and good keeper, never bursts its calyx,
has a moderately stiff stem and is a great
favorite here. We think it the finest white
ever grown here and it will be planted
largelv the coming season by our florists,
as will Daybreak and Portia.

Some carnations aie already planted
out and with a good long season in which
to grow should make excellent plants for
the benches next fall. Sweet peas and
gladioli are also coming on nicely out-
side, in fact all vegetation in this section
is fully three weeks ahead of the average,
and Dame Nature seems to be doing her
best to assist the poor florists altera long
period of depression in business.

A word about selling flowers at bar-
gain prices when stock is plentilul. This
we know has been practiced and quite
successfully by one of the brethren in Min-
neapolis. But we are under the impres-
sion that il this rule be adopted at all it
should be only after due deliberation. In
no line of trade have prices dropped more
than in the florist line the past five vears.
This has been due solely to competition,
and prices now are as low as the stock
can be sold at profitably. In advertising
bargain days and in selling stock at cut
prices, it should beimpressedontheminds
of the buyers that the prices are made
solely on account of the immense stock
and the perishable nature of it. After all,
hadn't we in the large cities, better leave
cut prices to the street fakirs and depart-
ment stores. They always imply in-
ferior goods. Customers never approach
such sales without a feeling of doubt as
to their being genuine. One thing might
be done to ad vantage. That is two grades
of flowers, roses especially, might be
made. All the large, firm, long-stemmed
buds in one lot, the short, weak and puny
in another.

E. F. Lcmke's new houses are now well
under way, he baring torn down part of
the old range to make room for them.
When completed his range of houses will
be new throughout and one of the finest
in the city. Friend Lcmke knows how to
grow good stock and a complete range of
new and modern houses will add greatly
to his producing facilities. His trade is
one of the oldest in the city as well as one
of the best. Felix.

St. Louis.

SITUATION WANTED-
clal or private place.

SITUATION WANTEI>— By young woman to learn
general greenhouse work; Wisconsin or neighbor-
ing states preferred. Address ,. _' I I t*-'* .,
Miss Miriam Jewett, Sparta, Wis.

SITUATION WANTED.-By a young man. age 25. as
general greenhouse assistant: 4 years' experience.
Thoroughly reliable and sober. Address

Fkaxk. care American Florist, Chicago.

SITUATION \VANTEL>-By flrst-class florist and
gardener, well up In all branches, as foreman;
German; single, best reference; please state wages.
Address ATM. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— By single German, age 27.
as greenhouse assistant on private or commercial
place; ;i years' experience. Good references. St. Louis
preferred. B E, care American Florist.

By a second man, commer-
Well experienced also In
landscape gardening. Wages moderate. Best refer-
ences. F H H, 155 Barrlson Ave.. Boston. Mass.

SITUATION WANTED— By competent florist and
gardener open for engagement. Please give full
particulars In answer. Address

W.M B K SlOS Spring Garden St., Philadelphia. Pa.

SITUATION WANTED— By single man age 27; H
years' good experience. Willing to do any work
required In nursery or gentleman's place. State
wages. F'. Hill, West Porter St., Oswego, N. Y.

ClITUATION WANTED— By a live young florist who
O Is competent to grow roses, carnations, violets,
mums. etc. for out flowers; position as an assistant on
a large commercial place preferred.

AKTUfu H. Bool. Ithaca, N. ^ .

CUTUATION WANTED-By thorough practical flo
O rlst and gardener: well up In all Its branches; gen-
tleman's private or commercial place. Roses a speci-
alty. Very best references. Address

G W, box 38, Brooklyn Village, Ohio.

SITUATION WANTED— A reliable man, single, age
VI, know about flower and vegetable gardening.
Good milker and poultry- man: wish situation with a
respectable man. Address ULUirll.

care T. Wlttllg. Front St., Marietta. O.

At a bargain, four greenhouses. ;^ 18x72 and 110x72:
4-roomed dwelling house and barn, situated on eight
lots four blocks from elei'trli' cars. Building 3 yeurs
old. Greenhouses with the short slujie to the south:
hot water heating For particulars address
PH. .M. KElI'rEH, Williamsburg P.O. Milwaukee, %\ Is.

lar^soijtrTiojjB' ^a'o'riC!:Hj

Notice is hereby given that the co-partnership
heretofore existing between Arthur Newell and
Joseph N. Kidd under the firm name and style of
Newell & Kidd and located respectively at Kansas
City, Missouri, and Saint Joseph, Missouri, is by
mutual consent this day dissolved. Mr. Arthur
Newell will continue in the business as a florist in
his individual capacity at Kansas City, Missouri,
and Mr. Joseph N. kidd will be located in the
same line at Saint Joseph. Missouri.

Kansas City, Missouri, April 30, 1891.

SITUATION WANTED-By flrst-class designer, also
willing to make himself useful In greenhouse It
necessary; single man of :W; flrst-class references.
Will work for moderate salary If steady place. Ad-
dress C W, cure American Florist.

SITUATION WANTF;i)-By a gardener and florist;
O ;i') years of age; life experience: It; years In this
country, as headgurdener or manager: thoroughly
versed In all lis branches. Also In niushrooni culture.
Would like situation In any cif the eastern states. For
Information or reference please address GAUnENKK,
care Wni. .1. Stewart, U7 Bronincld St., Boston. Mass.

-To purchase
ad
f er central states.

)r rent a florist establlsh-

W ANTED .- ^ —
ment In a city of 3.U00 to 15.U00 Inhabitants; pre-

F. RE.\T.«C1[LKI1.
Ktisclusko St.. St, l.ouls

Stock has been very abundant during
the week, and of exceptionally poor (lual-
ity owing to the extreme warm weather.
The cold snap that arrived litre on the
18th had a chillingefl'cct upon everything,
cut flowers falling away until there was
scarcely enough to go around. I'ieonics
have made their appearance in quantity
and are slow sale. Bedding out has pro-
grcBsed rapidly in all the parkH, and the
beds that icnrcely two weeks ago were
gay with bulbous stuff, have nil lii-en pre-
pared for their Hummer diHplay. Oiiile a
numl)cr of new Uds have iK-en made in
Forent Park and the diHplay this season
will \k fully .">0'A greater than that »hr)wn
last year.

G. K. Fisher has opened a retail store
in St. Louis. K. !•'. T.

SITUATIONS. WANTS, FOR SALE.

AilTi<rtlM!ni(TnU undnr thlii hood will lMHriM!rt4vl nl
th« rmlfl "t 10 riTnln « lino (iMjTwn wordij iwcli Inwir-
IW/n ('»jih rn!i»t Kcnnmpftnr orrtor. Plant adTi. not
ftdmltUMl undnr ttilH hoad

Sin ATP >S WANTKIl An naalalniit vnnlniiiT mid
n<,r1«t. •■ f<iir« ciiMTli'iM-c In nil linii»rln'«, g'wul
refcroncisi K Al.r.t . Hiill"l"li Hl«lli>n. Iln> k )n

SITL'ATMiN WANTKI) Al lloriil nrtUl. ilinigner
ftnd maker up; over Hi yi-am' «iiwrlrno»t iMwt ri'f •
•rrncc, Addrrwi H H. caru Am. Klor1*l. Ctilcjigo.

WANTED At once, a good working loreman man-
oger for growing ruses, carnations, violets. Inr
wholesale trade. Will pay good wages to right man.
Address or call . ■! M.-

care K. 11 Hunt, t.^ Lake St., Chicago.

"W^ANTF.D— A partner wllli small capital (JllKKIor so)
\ T to begin business at an old and hitherto prosper-
ous establishment In u general retail florist's and
trucker's trade. For particulars address

H ,1, care American Fhprlst. Chicago.

Id all-round tlnrlst to grow roicB,
Ills lor
market; must be a single iiui'i ol good liiililts; ntate
wages wanled. with board. I'lilgllig and washing:
good steady Job to the right mdn Direct to

.MdSES 1.aiii;KS. 11(17 Grand Uiver Ave,,
lielrolt, .Michigan,

"\\,'ANTK1)-A gi
\> ciirnatloiis and clirjsiuilheinunis anil pli

w

tntli
Tr

AN'I'KI) A J'AIC'I'NKK To Jdlii tin- i:n>wlii« unil
lllnu' iiiitlvi- iiMil Inrclk'ti hiinly nnmiiiL-iiliilH.
iIh- wiilMsnf Aliifllriili jirnl li i|-cli.'ii rilHtllimTH.
In-Ill I \ \M-1I i-.i(il.llf-lir(l mill kT'.wliik'- A riiiis-
tliiii iiii'l II I'l'ilill.ltl.iiilr^t prrlfiTi'tl. Mii>t he ootiipc-
U;nt for the ImikIih-mh. iiikI free from biid linl>ll«.
Homu cnplUil nec^ctl. (;iiiinintec(l ii tlrrtt-claHH o|iun
InK for the riL'lit iiiiin.

Wll.niKK A. HMOTIIKUTON. UochCMtlT. MIoh.

L''(Ht SALK CIIKAI' l,iirK*'Me(;<m(Mifiii«11l(.r1wfK Ico
1? Box. viiliiuiilM.ut r:». VAi'tiirANS Si:i:ii SniitK.
MH suit*! street. riitetiKO.

viiltifihle tlorlnl entllbllnliiiienl In

Aililrt'HH
XawM. ilox KTJ. WonltllKloii, lowit.

\?i>\K HAM

y Kooil lni;iillon. Ail<lrt'»»

/icill MAI.K

-' Inrg

^ broncl. I'.'l

. II ft

VAl

Ilav Trees, rouncl heads, 7 fi-et
•l high Shown al Wnrlil's Fair,
KIHN'H ."^KKli Siiilil: Chli-agii.

^^l.)\\. HALK niKAP Lurgi'
uliuw tlorlsu Uefrlgeriitor,

iii;,v lis w

lew hard wood and
UiMid al World's Fair.
VAl'dllAN'K SKKH STIUIK.

,1 WiiNiiiiigtoM St,, riiii'jigo.

i/im IIKN'I' A llr-t .lansi-oiMiiiirrlal plaii'lii siiliui b
' of nilciigo. ciiitaliiliiu i:>.ili«ls<|Uiiri' fi-et ol glass,
well slocked wllli liesi viirlutli's of rorclng rcmrs. Ail-
ilrena IlKMKIl

cnre olsen A Huglii's. ml Wnliasli Ave I'liliago.

[.■'oil SAI.K The stock ami good will
r llorUI liiliilnesslii illhrlniig Mnriliiii
ration iiiceptlotinlly gisiil linn- rimiiii'
man with 11 stiinll niiioiinl of eiipltiil. I'<
addnvs IlKliAMri. cure Ammt

Including Everblooming, Hybrid Perpetual
and Hardy Climbing, all our selection, but
standard sorts, $15,00 per 1000; 2000 in one
order for }25.00.

GERANIUMS.

Double, Single, Scented and Ivy, at Jl5 00
per 1000, all our selection. We have one of
the finest assortments of the Bruanttype to
be found in this country, a due proportion
of these will be included in each order.

200,000 Miscellaneous Plants.

Embracing Begonias, Chrysanthemums,
Coleus, Hibiscus, Sanseveria, Jasmines, etc.,
JS15.00 per 1000, all our selection.

Write for prices on any special sorts that you
may want. Catalogues mailed on application.

ADDRESS c. A. REESER,

SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.

ir |i

Surplus Stock 50,000 Roses

We still have above number in prime condition
and want to dispose of same at once for cash. It
will pay every floiist to plant out cue or two thou-
sand of these Roses, the cut flowers will more than
pay the cost.

For 820 we will Kxprcss you 1000 Roses in fol-
lowing sorts— quality and safe arrival guaranteed;

Ct de Labarlhe. Bride, Merinct, Perlc, Schwartz,
Devouicnsis, Thercse Level, Niveus, (ioldeu Gate,
Papa Gontier, Dijon, While, Pink and Red La
France Meteor, Mrs Iiegraw, W. A. Richardson,
Pradel, Christine de None, F. Krueger, Cels,
(lucens Scarlet. Outside of the.se have fiO more
sorts; leave selection lo us and we can furnish at
same figures. Send y<nir lists to be priced

Address NANZ &, NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

ROSES AND CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

Brides, Mernicts. La I-'rancc, Niplielos, La-
marque, Duche.ss de llrabant, Chas. Kovolll, nml
others, not iu excess of any one kind, Sli.OO per 100.

Cnllingfordii, Ivor)-, Jessica. Mrs. A. Hardy,
Rohallion. V. H. Hallock W. H. Lincoln, Mrs. J.
G WhilWin, Mermaid, V. Morel, II. Hal-ley, Mr«.
I ■ Jones, Mrs. Robl. Craig. Col. W. H. .Smith,
Louis HoehnuT, Ceo. 'W. Cllilds, \V:iliaii, Mrs.
SennUir Hearst, Win. Falconer, W. A. Mnndn,
S,-; 00 per llXlfor l-inclurJW for 'iiX-inch, if not m
excess of any <ine kind. C;vsb with llu- order.

P. BEAN & CO.,

I-I.KASANT. IOWA.

MRS. J.

^rr.

ULKICll BRUNNBK.

Extra strong plants, 2>2'-inch pots, |600
per 100; fSO.OO per looo.

JOSEPH HEACOCK.

■ r a |ifi>lnc
I town 1^1

lor II vood
liars
all Klorlnt

mj^t.ta.

Ala liariialn. I lie Is-sl riliill llorUt iilnci- (1 sl-ireand
KTWjnlmUM'si in the rity and doInK n uiiod hiisliiefut;
iKMir liimlth ninwin fornellliiK Kor lunlier imrlliulnni
a4iln.'H II K. lUI.I.K, 64H VV. Maillwin St , Clili'tillo

Mcrmcts, Cusins and Wallcvilles, j;l..W per 1(X)_.

, Meteor and

Wallc
llrlileaniaids, Brides, lloslc, Gonller.

I.u France. fllXllicr IIHI.
Slrong Aincrli.-in ll.-autics. fliOO per 100; JiO.OO |)cr

ICKMI Well rooli<l llcaulv culllllgs, $.1 00 per 100.
«« Special prices on quaniily. I.cl nic puce your

lisU. Cash with i>ider.

W«»t For«'»l rarU, St. I.<nll», Mo.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1019

200,000 ROSES 200,000

Nice stock from 2>4-')nch pots.

Per 1000 I erlOO

PERLE 125.00 1S2.S0

SUNSET 25.00 2.80

BRIDE 22 50 2.50

MERMET 22 50 2.50

GONTIER 22.50 2 50

HOSTE 22.50 2.50

MARECHAL NIEL 25 00 2 SO

LA FRANCE 24 00 2 75

WHITE LA FRANCE 24.00 2 75

ALBANY 24.00 2.75

METEOR 22 50 2.50

WATTEVILLE 22.50 2.50

SOUPERT 22 50 2.50

And all standard varieties in Hybrids,
Teas, Hybrid Teas, Climbers, Polyanthas,
etc , etc. Strictly our own selection, S20.00
per 1000; $2.25 per ICO. Same from 4-inch
pots, $6.00 per 100.

Send in your lists for prices.

TBRMS CASH WITH ORDEK.

CUT SMILAX, 10 cents per String.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

Dayton, 0]n.io.

MAMAN GOGHET.

The best Tea Rose of the importation
of '93. In color it is on the style of Cath-
erine Mermet but deeper and the bud more
beautiful, of extra large size, strong grower
and perfectly free from mildew — a superb

rose. PRICE:

5 incli pots $ .5 00 per doz.

4.inch pots 20.00 per WO.

3-incli pots 18.00 per 100.

2}^-in. pots 15.00 per KO.

49*Cash with the order.

jOHCiv cook:,

318 N. Charles Street, BALTIMORE, MD.

ROSE PLANTS.

6,000 AM. BEAUTIES, 4-inch pots, $90.00
2,000 BRIDES, 3'4-inch pots, 45.00

1,000 PERLES, 3>4-inch pots, 45.00

1,000 MERMETS, 3K-inch pots, 45.00

Cool grrown, for our own use.

All very choice. Have never seeu our Beauties
equaled. Would be cheap at $125,00. Will pay for
themselves before others bloom, and always lead.

BRANT & NOE, Forest Glen, III.

or L. M. NOE, MADISON, N. J.

Rose Plants.

K. A. Victora.-';i-inch . . $5.00 per 100

Meteor, 2>4-inch. . . . 4.00 per 100

Bride, 2J^.iuch. .S.50 per 100

Bridesmaid, 2;.^.inch, $5, .3-inch, 8.00 per 100
Strong, thrifty plants.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

One thousand extra strong 2 1-2 inch
pot plants, at ^6.00 per 100.

GEORGE A. HEINL,

337 Summit Street, TOLEDO, 0.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

FINE ROSE PLANTS.

I have for sale the following extra fine rose plants :

Meteors, - - 2^
K. A. Victoria, - 2^.
U. Brunner, - 2]/-.
Mrs. J. Laing, - 2y.
Baroness Rothschild,

and 3-inch pots
and 3-inch pots
and 3-inch pots
and 3-inch pots
3-inch pots

JOHN BURTON3 Chestnut Hill P. 0., Philadelphia, Pa.

SURPLUS ROSE STOCK.

We have tlie following surplus stocic of Roses in 2 and ai/o-inch pots that we wish to
dispose of as we need the room.

2,000 BRIDES (''' $3.00

1,000 MERMETS ('i 3.00

2,000 ALBANY ft' 3.00

2,000 LA FRANCE C' 3.00

2,000 PERLES ft/ 3.00

BASSETT & WASHBURN, Hinsdale, 111.

1,000 METEORS fti $3.00

500 BRIDESMAIDS, 3-in. pots rr/ 8.00
1,000 " 2-in. pots (ii 5.00

1,000 KAISERIN, 2-ltich pots @ 3.00

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-incli pots,

Testout,
Meteors,
Brides,
La Prance,

$5 00 and $6 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00

We will quote you special price on Beauties in lots of 500 or more.

REINBERG- BROS., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

all the very best both new and old.

6HRY8f\NTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jerseu.

Cusins, Beauties,
Niphetos. Testouts,
Iia France, Mermets,

Brides, Bridesmaids,
Perles, Met-^ors, Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots.

Ad.re^sBf<>r,uotat,ons^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for Clias. MaciutosU & Co., England, Inventors of Vulcanized India Rubber,
Extra strong greenliouse hose to withstand high pressure. ^-In.. o-ply. I5c. per foot In i>0 feet lengths.

ROSES. ROSES.

Brides, 2j4-inch f3.50 per 100

Mermets, " " "

Perles, " "

Sunsets, " " "

La France, " " "

Albany. " " "

Niphetos, " " "

Wootton, " 4.00

3;4-inchof above varieties 856.00 per 100

Ageratum May Flower (best
blue), 2>^.inch pots |2.00 per 100

p. O. Box 72, KAKSAS CITY. MO.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manettl Stock, offer the best re-
Bults to the florist. bkKunhig freely and giving plenty or
cuttings for prupagiitim: quickly. Fine plants for sale
by the lOU or lOUO. at low rates.
Price Lists to applicants. Addresa

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN. (Boston). MASS.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

Per 1000
American Beauties, from 2^-inch

pots S50 00

3-inch pots 70 00

Mermets, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Brides, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Perles, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Testouts, from 3-inch pots 60 00

J. T. ANTHONY,

2205 Michigan Ave.. CHICAGO.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of young rose plants out of
2;4 and 4-inch pots. Mermets, Brides, La
France, Perles and Bridesmaids. Apply
GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Glenville. Cuyahoga Co.. Ohio.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write to an adver-
tiser in these columns.

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May 24^

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, 10 Cents a Line. Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

Xo Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 percent; 13 times. 10 per cent;

26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

Tbe Advertising Department of the AMERICAX
Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines OXLY, Please to
remembe li.

Orders lor less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach ns by Monday to secure
Insertion in tbe issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Coming Exhibitions.

Boston. .Tune 6-7. Rhododeiulron show .Mass.

Hort. SiK'ietv. Robt. Manning Sec'.v. Horti-
cultural Uftll. Hoston.
Boston, .June 20-21. Rose and strawberry exhibi-
tion Mass. Hort. Society'.
Boston. Sept. 5-6. Annual e.xhibition of plants

and flowers Mass. Hort. Society.
Newport. R. I.. Nov. 6-8. C'hrysa'nthemuui sh4>w

Newport Hort. Society. ' Alc.x MacLellan,

Setr'y. Rugules .\ve.
Boston.' Nov. 6-9. Clirysanthemura show Mass.

Hort. Society. Robt? Manning. Sec'v, Horti-
cultural Hall.
riTTsFiELD. -M.iss.. Nov. 6-9. Chrysanlhemum

show l{*'rkshire Countv Gardeners' and Flo-
rists' flub. W. M. "Edwards, Sec'v. 103

Howard .St.. Pittsfleld.
.St. Loiis. Mo.. Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show

St. Louis Florists' Club. E. Schray, Secy,

4101 l*ennsylvania .Vve.
Indianapolis. Isp,. Nov. 6-10. Chrvsantheiuum

shnw ,Sociely of Indiana Florists," W, U. I!iT-

termann. Sec 'y. 37 Massachusetts .Vve,
Pbilaoelpiiia. Pa. .Nov. 6-U. Chrvsantheraum

show Pennsylvania Hort. Societ.v, 1). 1). L.

Farson. S«>c'y. Horticultural Hall." Broad St.
Worcester, .MaVs., Nov. I3-l.i. Chrvsautheuiuni

show Worcester County Hon. So'cictv. Edw.

W. Lincoln. Se<^'y.
CuiCAoo. Nov. ." Chrvsanthemuni show Hort.

Society of Chicaao. W. C. Egan, Sec'v. 620

Uearlmni .Vve.
Toronto. Ont.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum show

Tonnito (gardeners' and Florists' Ass'n. .\. II.

y.w \wz. Si'c'y. 8o Carlton St.
.Montreal. Nov. . Chrvaanthemuin show

M«'nir' aUjardeiiers' and Florists' Club. Fred

lfc-nu>it. S«-c'v, 62 .VvlmerSI.
pRoniJEME. R. I.. Nov. . Chrvsaiilhemum

show Khode l.sland Hort. SociVtv. C. W.

Smith. s.-.-'\. 61 Westminster St.
SPRiNoriELii. Mask.. Nov. . Chrvsanthemuni

show liaiiiixlen Countv Hort. Society. W. F.

Gale, S<-c'\ . 23 .lohn St.
Denver. Colo.. N<pv. . Chrvsanthemum show

Ileniir Florists' Club. H. H. Given, .Sec'v.,

cor. Lincoln and .Vlameda Sts.
.Milwai KKE, Wi».. Nov. , Chrvwinthoniuni

•.liow .Mllwauk-e Florists' Club. "A. Klokricr,

>•■•: \, 219 Grand \\f.

Catalogues Received.

Chas. D. Ball, Holmesburg, Philatlcl-
phia, palms, ferns and decorative plants;
Kncppcr & Van'T Hof, Boskoop. Hollanrl,
plants; Kostcr & Co., Boskooj), Holland,
plants and nuiscrv stock; F.II. Horsford,
Charlotte, Vt,, hardy ornamental plants;
J. C. Rcnniion, Sioux City,Ia.,plant8a[id
cut flower*.

WiiK.NP.VEK you want anytliinj,.' per-
taining to the trade, and do not find it
ofTcred in our advertising columns, write
to us and we will take pleasure in assist-
ing you to find what you want.

NOTICE.
Chicago Flower Exchange.

A' ■ ■ ■■■■ • ■' • • ;■ .,f 111.' M.Kkhol.lcl. <i( lll--

Chi y.KQhnwur, held tit No, AU

^-"^ ""'imnK, April ^lli. it »nii

re*- -1-^ I -. -ir,, ^11 pemonn

™>' ..ito Cut Flower

K«' •]( uinir nl onrr,

■ Ud t.. ^ .: -.o-i i-.K, II. Knjr nre rcjur^lrd

to make paymrni without il>-lay to

•EO. KLEHM, Sac'y,

59 Wabaah Avtuor, CHICAGO

PRACTICAL ECONOMY

in retail business is accom-
plished by investing once
in a complete set (150 pictures) large size, of IiON'G''S
FLORAL PHOTOGRAPHS. Outside cost $40.
This, instead of hundreds of feet of store space, costing
Hundreds Annually, for store rent alone, devoted
to a display of frames, designs, etc. A hint to the wise,
the prudent, the enterprising. Address.

DAN'L B. LONG, Pubhsher, Buffalo, N. Y.,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Phone Main 4508.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HAWUS.

CUT STRINGS b to 12 feet long, so cts.

lipped in large or small quantities to any part of the country. Orders by niHil, te
li or teleplione^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

'j^-> Laurel and Green Festooning-, 'Wreaths, Etc.

SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

' THE 'PMiPiE moms nDW[R

fOR CUTFLOmRS.

Box.m

J

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers.

Made Ir'.in h.■MV^ M ;i

MiMil, --(niwlmiirtt. Slilp-

I |i«l In M cnitu.

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson & Clinton Bts., CHICAGO.

'I'l I l.l'Ff'iN i; M AI s i; l^.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
Clzioli:nr&ei1:i, 0«

Mi>iillon Aniorlcfin I-'lorlNl.

DAN'L B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

Sllll'I'I.Vfi (IKltKKS ('AKr.ni.l.V ATIK-NDEI) TO.

OTiiK.K si'i:( i.\i/ni:s:

I'lorlHlM* Siipplli-H, Wir<<) l>«>HlK'n'*» llnllin,
l.onK'n FliirlntN I'hnI it|;riipliN <nci>lnrtfo ml.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. leth STREET,

f>Iill«cl€>Ii^Iil«, X*a.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

prl... II ;.i !„■, .
DAII.I.ZDOIIZB BROS., Flalbuih. L. I.. N. Y

IK h I'ot.. Niriititf plnnU.
rill IK IKT huiMlnxl.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
M'II<>M'> AI.K <iKO\VKKS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

59 WABASH AVENUE,

SlXON-Ii Fluiik. OMIOA.GiO.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
Boom 2. CHICAGO.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

1402 PINE STREET.

>I'S<:. XvOt^lM, JVIo.

(8urri<Hi4<ir to ICI.LISON Si KI'KIIN),

•5*^4 WH O LES A LE B^H^

1122 FllTK STUEHiT,

St. l^ot^leSf Ado.

A ooinuletA llii<« of Wlrn nenlKna.

H. W. BUCKBEE,

lolesale Cit Orcliifls

ROCKFORD. ILL.

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1021

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34- & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
CHIOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

Telephone Slain 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

35 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
!#5.0U and upwards.

AVKITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS. BUI.BS AND AI.I.

FI.OBISTS' SUFFI.IES.

Western Agent for the GKEAT ANTIPEST.

A. L. RANDALL,

wiioiesaie Fiona

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

PHONE MAIN 223 CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REINBEEG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CM:iO.A.GtO.

MONS. Ol.SE.N.

lloRACE R. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main JTai. Consignment.s Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS'
SUPPLIES,

FLORISTS'
VASES.

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICDLTDRAL ADCTIONEERS

FLORAL DESIGSrS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send Q3.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©yfioPeiiafe MarfteCi).

Cut Flowers.

NEW TORK. May 21.

Roses. Perle. Cusln. Wattevllle 60® 2.00

Meteor. Mermet. Bride 1.00® 3.00

Bridesmaid, La France 1.00® 4.00

Testout. Kalserin l.OO® o.UO

Beauty, Hybrids, Jacqs 2.00@16.00

Camatlona 60® 1.00

HarrisU 1.00® S 00

Valley 1.00® 2.00

Sweet peas 25® .50

MlKDOnette 1.00® 3.00

Marguerites 25® .aO

Cattlevas 25. 00® 35.00

Smllax 15.00®20.00

Asparagus 50. 00

Adlantum 1.00

BOSTON, May 21.

Roses, Nlphetos, Gontler 1.00

Perle. Sunset 1.00® 2.00

Bride, Mermet l.Ou® ii.CO

Jacqs ,S.00<3.li;.00

Brunner 3.00®16.00

Carnations 25® 1.60

Harrlsll (l.ljO® 8.00

Lily of the valley. Mignonette 1.00® 2 OO

Sweetpeas 60® 1.00

Marguerites 12® .25

Myosotls.. .50

Stocks. astUbe 1.00

Adlantum 1.00

Smllax 12.00®15.00

Asparagus 50.00

Fhhahelphia. May 21.

Roses, Perle, Gontler. Nlphetos 2.00® 3.00

Cusln, Wattevllle, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet, La France 3.00® 6.00

Kalserin, Bridesmaid, Testout 6.00® S.OO

Belle, Beauty I0.00®26.00

Jacqs 10.00®16.00

Carnations, fancy 2.00® 3.00

'• good ordinary 76® 1.25

Valley 3.00® 4.00

Yellow daisies 1.00® 1 50

Mignonette 1.00® 1.50

Asparagus ,'50.UJ®76.00

Harrlsll lilies 0.00® 8.00

Sweet peas ,')0® 1.00

Cornlluwer 75® 1.00

Pvrethrum 1.50® 2.00

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00®40.00

Smllax 16.00®20.00

CHICAGO, May 22.

3.00

2.00

2.00

5.00® 6 OO

18.C0@26.00

Roses, Meteor. La France

Mermet. Bride, Perle . ,

" Wootton, Duchess

Testout

Beauty..

good ordinary $16.00 perlOOO

Camatlona 75® 1.50

fancies 2.50

Vallev, outdoor 1 .00

LonglHorum 5.00® 8.0

Sweet peas 1.00® 1.50

Smllax 15.00

Asparagus 50.00

CINCINNATI. May 21.

Roses, Beauty 10. 00®26 00

Mermet, Bride 3.00® 4.00

I^a France 6.00

Perle 2 00® 3.0O

Carnations 1.00® 3.00

short .75

Callas, Harrlsll 0 00

Sweetpeas 1.00® 1.26

Vallev 2.01,'® 3.00

Smllax 15.00

Adlantum 1.00

Asparagus 50.00

BDTFALO, May 21.

Roses, Beauties 10.00®25.00

Mermet, Bride 4.00® 0.00

Meteor 2.00® 6.00

Gontler, Perle Hoste 3.00® 5.00

Cusln 3.00® 4.00

Callas. Harrlsll 6.00® 8.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.50

Daybreakand Wm. Scott 1.50® 2.00

Valley, outdoor 50® l.CO

Sweet peas 60® 75

Mignonette 1.00® 2.00

Smllax 15.00®20.00

Adlantum , 1.50

Asparagus 50.00

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

PEGK & SUTHERLAND,

Successors to WIVI. J. STEWART,

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^=-

67 Bromfleld St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

You will benefit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write I
an advertiser in these columns. I

BURNS & RflyiSOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Fri~ ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

Wholesale Florist.

DESIRABLE STOCK FOR

Weddings,

School Graduations

and Commencements.

The product of the most e.xteiisive and
successful growers for the New York
market

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St.. NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDflN,

• WHOLESALE .

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on applicatioa

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

CUX^ Flowers,

57 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

NEW YORK CITY

EstabllBhed 1879

MILLANG BROS.3

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange, NEW YORK.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESALE » FL0RI8T,

Careful Sliippingr to all parts of the country.
I'ljre list on H|>t>li<>iili4iii.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. Z BEACON STREET,
NearTremont St., BOSTON, MASS.

1022

The American Florist.

May 24^

^Re 3®®«l Ura^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BmPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
DON', eecretary and treasurer. 114 Chambers street.
New Torfe. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
June, at Toronto. Ont.

W. H. Matxe is making an extended
business trip in Europe.

The Herrick Seed Co., Rochester, N.
v., has been incorporated with a capital
stock of $10,000.

Secretary Don is busy with the pro-
oframme for the Toronto meeting of the
Seed Trade Association, June 12. Pros-
pects are excellent for an interesting
occasion.

The general i.mpression in thetradeis
that only those firms having a good local
business have held their own this season
and that those depending on the mail
trade only have suffered most from the
dull times.

.\ new horticultural establishment will
soon make a strong bid for general busi-
ness; Mr. J. T. Lovett, of Little Silver, N.
J., has, it is rumored, associated with
himself that well known specialist Mr. T.
H. Spaulding, and the new firm will cover
all lines in seed, bulbs, plants and nursery
stock.

Sweet Peas.

Sweet peas sell well as choice flowers in
winter and early spring and have been
forced during the past few years in in-
creasing quantity each season. They are
among the easiest flowers to force and no
particular knack is required in order to
succeed with them. They should be sown
early in September in rich soil where they
are to remain. The better the soil the
better the peas will be. A cool tempera-
ture is necessary if the best results would
be attained. \Vith a temperature not ex-
ceeding 45° at night they willkeepstocky
and firm. They want a full exposure to
the sun and an abundance of air during
the day when possible. In spring they
will require a great deal of water. Up to
date Blanche Ferry has proved the best
grower and the best seller. Next to this
in value come the pure white varielies.
Other colors have so far met with but a
limited demand.

Do you wa.nt a list of the cemeteries of
the country that use trees, shrubs and
plants largely in the ornamentation of
thtir grounds and that arc apt to be
large huyi-rs of these and other horticul-
tural supplies? V'ou will find such a list
in our trade directory and reference book
forlSOt. Price $2.00.

Do vof WANT a list of firmsin thetrade
that issue catalogues, with key showing
proportion of space given each branch of
the trade in same? Vou will find such n
liat in our trade directory and reference
book for 1 sy V. Price $2.00.

PRICES LOWER ON

liiill)s I I'lanls

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
I or < iiliiloi,-!!, . 11,1. Ir< >>

C. H. JOOSTEN. IMPORTER.

:: c ix-iiili'ii Hll|>, ■sv.W VOIIK.

Always mention the American Ro
rist when w.nting to advertisers.

(SHKu\\'oc;ii> Hall Nt'Ri^EUY (O.)

No. 427-9 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA,

headqfarters ?-or

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And otlier Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Nativo Bulbs. I 11 Y RULBS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

XJatablialxecl X830.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN,

Mii^trBjooaj:,

norvi:vA.T«r>,

Unrgest G^-ro-wors of

HYACINTHS. TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCING BULBS.

Wholesale liiiporters should -write us for l^rices
onit MOW tij.\i)f: list now kkadv.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

es.<xes(six:r«HE;iA>i,

HOi:,IvA.I«r>,

GROWERS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale importers.

Huls6Do§cli BrotHers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs m Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices lor next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

HULSEHOSCH BROS.,

58 WoHt Street, NEW YORK CITY.

AMiT M.iy 1. W. iiildrfss will hi- ENfiLEWOOB. N 1.

LILIUM HAKRISII.

r^rlMliifil mill lurui-ni uruwiTH of tliln lMi|,'irtiiiil biilli.
Trill' '■l...l< l.'.w..,.! iTl,!''. Ili'-i iiiiitlllv

F. R. PIERSON CO..

TAItKV rOW.N-ON-lll U.SO.N, .M.W VOKK.

SUMMER DEyVERY.

I'KKKSIAS, I.I I,. LONdlKLO-
KIIM, CAI,I>AS, «!K1\I (DALLAS,
A IMA l< VI, MS, (•AI,IK<»KNIA
Hn. Its. Itrotllii'iiH. 4'aUx'liorlim,
I'rIlllliiiliiH, TKKI': I'liUN STKMS, iiihI Aus-
trilllllli rullllSccilH. SiMiil liiriiiirMw I'UK'KLlST.

H. H. BERGER &. CO..

Established 1878. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

HKHKMANN'S SEKI) STOKE

4i:< KllHt :i4tll Ntn.ot.,
NiMir l/itiK Inliiiiil Kurry. NKW VOKK.

Cuiiiph*!** KlofU iir
At Itt'HHittial.l*. I'rIfi'H

niHF, Ll-T I'KHIO

Al'l-l.lCA'nilN.

You will benefit the American Flo-
rist by mentiii!iinj( it every lime you
write an advertiser in ihn^ columns.

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1023

During the whole season from Christmas up to Easter.

There are thousands of people who at Easter time
want to purchase a plant, but their limited means won't
allow them to purchase an Azalea or even a dollar Lily.
They want some little plant for 25 cents, and this should
not be lost sight of. A Dutch Hyacinth or 4 to 5 Tulips or
Daffodils in a 4-inch pot fills the bill.

Rich and poor alike will buy a flower for Easter. Hard
times or prosperity— free trade or protection— won't affect it.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

rvISSE>, near Haarlem, HLOXvIviVIVI),

Offer HYACINTHS, TULIPS, DAFFODILS

And all other bulbs for forcing and outdoor, in extra fine quality, at very low rates.

ASK FOR OUR 1894 CATALOGUE.-^— ^^^

Orders Booked Now

for Future Delivery:

Lily of the VaUey, forcing' pips;
Roman Hyacinths, Narcissus,
Spiroea, and aU forcing bulbs.
Azalea, Rhododendron,
Roses, etc., plants. Address

August Rolker&Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24tli St., Npvu YnpL
I". O. Station E. "^^ 1 UfK.

6flTflL,0GU& PRINTING.
ELEGTROTyPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . HARKISBURG, PA.

FORCING BULBS.

AnUANPC PnHTDAPT? '^^ <^3" make most favorable prices on all kinds of POROIKG

HUVHUuL UUninHulOi BUIBs for summer ana fan deHven-. Our reputation for high
grade stock is well established. Please send us your list to figure on.

WE ARE CLOSING- OUT WOW: Tuberoses, Dwarf Pearl, good bulbs, at $7.50 per 1000; 8.5 cents
per 100. Tall Double Italian at the same price.

pink shades S l.J.'i per 100 | Isaac Buchanan % 2.80 per 100

Light colors L.'iOperlOO | John Bull 3.25 per 100

Red shades 75 per 100 I Eugene Scribe. . . 3.2o per 100

Snow white . . 12.00 per 100 | Brenchleyensis. 00 per 100

W. W. BARNARD & CO., 10 N. Clark St.. CHICAGO.

Including Lil. lancifolium and Harrisii, Narcissus Von Sion, etc.
Further AZALEA INDICA, the best varieties.

8®"Now is tlie time to order tliese articles. Aslv for prices, which are very moderate.

L. C. BOBBINK, "crpry'tt-Tp^SnT' Meyer's Hotel, Hoboken. N. J.

fF^^

PLANTS!

II

. BULBS!,

" Everythinc: appertalnlnf: to tho Farm "
and Garden of the best and choicest '
quaUty. Pit ICES RIGHT.
Catalogue on application.
WEEBERduDON.
114- Chambers St.. New York City, r

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE S2.00.
AMERICAN FLORIST CO.

CYCLSMEN SEEDS,

European strain.

LILIES OF THE VALLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,
122 E. 23rd Street, NEW YORK.

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

1()24

The American Florist

Jllay 24,

Patents Recently Granted.

Lawn sprink'er, John Dickens, New
Brunswick, X. J.; Mole trap, M. E. Par-
ham, Burr Oak, Micb.; Grape vine fast-
ener, G. E. Rvckman and Major Tucker,
Brocton, N. Y.; Pruning implement, Jos.
L.Joyce, South E<jremont, Mass.; Prun-
ing implement, T. E. B. Mason, Shenan-
doah, Iowa; Seeding machine, G. W.
Crossley, Humansville, Mo.; Lawn-
mower, M. C. Henley, Richmond, Ind.;
Pin for attaching flowers to dresses, E.
W. Stifcl, Wheeling, W, Ya.; Bearine for
shafts of Lawn-mowers, E. G. Passraore,
Haverford, Pa.; Mode of and appliance
for plashing hedges, M. Xeil, Dayton, O.;
Portable and adjustablesupport for hose-
nozzles, Wesley A. Cain, Medicine Lodge,
Kans.; Lawn-mower, Henry Deck, Phila-
delpliia. Pa.; Flower-bracket for burial-
caskets, B. F. Gleason, Brockport, N. Y.;
Transplanting machine, .\. \V. Stevens,
Auburn, X. Y.; Water-sprinkler, H. B.
Everest, Riverside, Cal.; Fruit-peeling ta-
ble, F. M. .\nderson, Keokuk, la.; Yine-
stripper, M. Maples, Hartwick, X. Y.;
Fruit-gatherer, J. K. Woodward, River-
side, Cal.; Evaporating apparatus, T. J.
Raynor, London, Eng.; Slicing-machine,
A. Iske, Lancaster, Pa.; Fruit-stoner.Jos.
Boeri, Xew Y'ork; Fruit-clipper, Thos.
K. Godbey, Waldo, Fla ; Fruii-picker,
C. A. Wright, San Jacinto, Cal.; Yegetable-
cutter,J. Koslosuik. New York; Vegetable
slicer or grater, H. O. Barlow, Duluth,
Minn.; Fruit-pKeling knife, X. B. Hale, San
Bernardino, Cal.; Process of preserving
vegetables, G. Dupont-Dcnnis, Xantes,
France; Fruit-picker, W. H. Haw, Field's
Landing, Cal.; Fruit-jar fastener, X. H.
Long, Muncie, Ind.; Fruit cutting and pit-
ting machine, J. F. Rehm, Chicago; Berry
crate, P. A. Wimbrow, WhaleysviIle,Md.;
Powder distributor, C. H. Leggett, New
York; Fruit dryer, A. Blatchley, San
Francisco.

Base Ball.

The employes of Hitchings & Co. are
going to decide a game of base ball on
Decoration Day, near their works at Ar-
lington Ave., Jersey City. The X. Y.
boiler shop will compete with the foundry
men of the Jersey City branch. Thisshoul'd
be an interesting game as there are some
expert players among them. After the
game there will he a 100 yards dash be-
tween Pat Burns and John Davie. Burns
has a record of 1-08. Robert Hoon,

Capt.N. Y. Team.

Queer Place for a Key.

A iign in the window of a vacant store
in a western city reads: "To rent; key in
florist next door."

Do VOL' WANT a complete alphabetical
list of cnrnntions incommerccin America,
with name of introducer, date of intro-
duction and brief, accurate description of
each? You will find such a list in our
trade direct' rv and reference book for
1H04. Price $2,00.

Do vol- WA.NT .\Ir. Scott's seaKoniiblc
hints for the year in book form, so that
you can refer readily to hi* suggestions
for any week in the year? Vou will find
them in this form in our trmlc directory
and reference book for IHOi. Price $a.OO,

Do voi; WAST a complete nlphnlKtical
list of chrysanlhcmums in commerce in
Amcricn, with class, and brief, accurate
description of each? Vou will find nucha
li»t in our trade directory and reference
book for 189+. Price S2. 00.

ORCHIDS at AUCTION

To be sold absolutely ■witliont reserve by

WILLIAM ELLIOTT & SONS, Auctioneers,

at 54 & 56 Dey Street, NEW YORK CITY,

Friday, June 8th, 1894, at 11 o'clock a. m.
PITCHER & MANDA. ^^"=^A'<^^r^Yf,"Jri?: j.

Comprising a large trade and amateur collection of the best cut flower as well as rare
and choice varieties. All in magnificent condition and many in bloom.

M'ritc fof sale <-atalog:ue.

1C\ C\C\C\ ^iriTDTDirM A C THE CHOICEST VARIETIES.
OU,UUU V ILriljlLlY.M.O. PERFECTLY HEALTHY.

In bud and bloom, $2 50 per too; $20 00 per :ooo.

lir\ r\C\C\ "DOQITQ our choice selected stock.

rrVJjVlLILf XxLlolLO. READY FOR IMMEDIATE PLANTING.
Grown in 3-inch and 4-inch pots. Send for prices.

_THE American Florist Co.'s

DIRECTORY

■OF-

FLORISTS,

NURSERYMEN
AND SEEDSMEN

• OF THE •

UNITED STATES AND CANADA,

-AND-

^ REFERENCE BOOK,
^ ^^Q^^ 1894,

IS NOW READY..

F'j'lo© »H5ii.OO.

DWARF CALLA.

>'[> llorlHl Uliu KI'Mh IXlttl'll

N ihlH vtirh-tv of I 'iilln riiWLT
<>r(*rnnr. fnr wIihUiw 'ir Ikiuno

liliintn Nhniilil hiivt'.
urown Inrui*. iirul th
ciilturr hiiN nil i<(|iiiil. AimI nKolii. In cut Hmwit
work lit mIkc rniiki'ii ll ti tlnwi-r tlirit ii fiit ttowrr
di'nlrr cnririMl wt'll iln wttliniit, I liiivi* ni'Vt.Tril
ttifiiiNiiiMl of Ihctii' rnllniiln;(. I. .'■ nii<l 'i Incli putN
wlilcli 1 itfTiT rornnhv ('ijrreniwndiMict.' nn t«i i>rlc«
fli- iwil|flti-<|

LEWI8 ULLRICH. Wholesale Grower of Cut
Ftoweri and SmilBi. TIFFtN, OHIO

!)(» vot WAN rdclMilfd itit'trnia lion about
the organi/.ntioii nnd workinj^s of the va-
rious national tnicJc or^anizationB? Yfiu
will ^nd what you want in our traHc di*
rcctorv anrl reference book for IH'JI-,
Trice $2 00.

fliiierican Beauties.

One tliou.sand extra stroiii; a'/i.-incli
pot plants, ('/' (>.00 per 100.

GEORGE A. HEINL.

337 Summit Strci'l, Toledo, 0.

"MUST SELL"

ti) make louiii. Vduni; mscs, str<jnK, 2>^-
iiicli HrlilfS. Mcrniets, La Irancf, Albany,
fcrles, Woottons, at 3c.: j;25 00 per 1000.
Smilax plants, ready to plant, Ic. Cash

with order

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO.. Springfield, III.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1025

Carnations.

Last call tor Annie Pixley; can you af-
ford to go without ttiis beautiful new
pink? I do not think you can when
you can get 25 well rooted cuttings for
$2.50 cash with the order.

Smilax.

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you on receipt
10 cts. The price is 75 cts. per ICO, or
|6,00 per 1000, cash with the order.

ALBERT M. HERR, L.B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

CARNATIONS

Sr VERBENAS.

Rooted Cuttings or Plants.

New French Cannas; Chrys. Geo. S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia Trailing Queen; and many
other fine Novelties.

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

VICK & HILL,

.»»»».» , ROCHESTER, N. 7.

^™ JACQUEMINOT

. . OA.ieiVA.TIOIV

Is endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
MOKKSAMPLES— we cannot spare tbe time. Send
for circular. Per dozen. $2.1X1: per lUU, JIU.UU; per 1(KX).
880.00. 250 at lOOU rate.

PETER FISHER & CO..

EL1.IS. Norfolk Co., MASS.

New Catalo^e (No. 4)
coDtaiuing over 1,000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use,
such as envelopes, letter
-^n.r-7. ^ ,»o heads, bill-heads, cards,

ffl\Ait-^ij_i_.j ,7 advers., floral designs, etc.,

at from 30c. and upwards.
Price of Catalogue 25 cts.
(deducted from %\ order).

^^vj . A. BLANC3
^- 01 .^ Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

i»i^-A.in:ts. Per 100

Fuchsias, best varieties. nlce.2^-lnch pots $3,00

'■ '■ '• 3-lnch pots 3.00

Geraniums. Bronze, nice plants 2.50

" Mme. Sallerol. nice plants . 2.00

" double and slnj^le. 2^-lnch pots 2.50

Begonias, mixed, many varletiOM. '2Ji;-lncli pots. . . S.OD

Alternanthera aurea nana, stocky plants. 1.60

P. major, stocky plants 2.00

Address N. S. GRIFFITH,

Independence, JacUson Co.. Mo.

Strong plants, 25^-iuch pots, at 2 cents.

GOLDEN BEDDER, FIRE CREST,

GLORY OF AUTUMN, SUNBEAM,
FIREBRAND, YEDDO.

JOHN A. DOYLE, Springfield. Ohio.

CLEMATIS

For Fall Delivery.

Special prices at wholesale, on appli-
cation. Splendid stock and assort-
ment

F. A BAIiIiER, Bloomington, 111.

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

Without Doubt ^TiSli::' "HELEN KELLER"

Mr. J. T. Anthony, of Chicago, says:

' 1 like Helen; she is a good grower."

David Beam, Bala, Pa., declares that "it roots quicker than any other variety
that is put in the sand at the same time."

PRICE FOR WELL ROOTED CUTTINGS:

$3.00 per dozen: $12.00 per 100; $25.00 per 250; $90.00 per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate.

ORDERS MAY BE SENT EITHER TO

EDWIN LONSDALE,

CHESTNUT HILL. PHILA.

or JOHN N. MAY,

SUMMIT. N. J.

CARNATIONS

ROOTED CUTTINGS NOW READY.

Wm. Scott. Edna Cralfr. Daybreak, Thos. cartledge.
Buttercup. McGowan. arid many of the standard kinds.
Orders filled for the New varieties.

Stuart, Uncle .lolin, Helen Keller, Sweet-
brier, AunJe Pixley, Uoutou d'Or.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

SEND FOR OUR PRICE LIST OF

Carnation Rooted Cuttings.

Prices Greatly Reduced
Largest Stock in the United States.

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
tor price list.
JOS. RENARD. UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.
Mention American Florist.

FRENCH CANNAS.

Severiil thousand of the following French (.'annas,
put t-'ro\Yii. In <llirfient size pots, for sale at low
tlt-'iires: Ali'lmnse B"uv1er. T. Stomayer. Uuch-
ess de Mi>rtfiii!irte, I'aul ainrquant. Uorace de
Cholseul, President Carnot, Miss Sarah 1111!. E.\-
plorateur Orampbel. Henry A. Dreer. Egandale.
I'aul Bruant, NciHe Bowden. Trocadero. General
Carvls, FninciUH ("ro/y. Madame Crozy, Chlldsll,
mid Ciiptaln ['. de Suzzonll.
CorreapDndence as tu price, sizes, etc.. solicited by
LEWIS ILI.KICH, Wholesale Grower of Cut
Flowers and SraUa.x. TIFFIN, uHIO.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000
Unsurpassed Mammoths. Si^-tnch pot8....Si.OO J25.00
General collection, named,2^4-lnch pots. .. '2.50 22,00
Geraniums, dtmble and single. 3!^-ln. pots S.OU

Send for price list of Carnations, Chrysanthemums
and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,
ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

Write for list and prices. Prices to suit the times.
STRONG SMILAX, from 2>i-lnch pots, J3.l)0 per

100; Ko.LU per lOOU.
PANSIES, from cold frame, J15.00 per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

Mention American Florist.

C^OIvB^lTJ^* Per 100

Strong, 2-incIi, in good variety $2.00

VINCA major var. . . ..... 2.00

Heliotrope, 2-iuch, strong 2.50

Atiutilon Eclipse 3.50

Lophospernium 2.50

Begonia Vernon, strong 2-inch 3.00

THOS. A. McBETH. Springfield. Ohio.

Please mention the American Florist
verv time vou write to an advertiser.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, K Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

NEW CARNATIONS

Ready to ship at once from flats and pots.

2000 Uncle John flO IK) per 100: *7.5.00per 1000

2500 The Stuart lOOOperlOO; TS.OOperlUOO

TOO Diaz Albertlnl <1.00 per liXl.

2000 Wm. Scott SOOperlOO: 40 00perIOOO

200 MA.IOR BONNAFFON CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
S5.0O per dozen; S35.00 per 100.

FRED. DORNER & SON,

WM. SCOTT CARNATION!!!

Rooted Cuttings, $5.00 per 100. Strong

Plants, 87.00 per lOO.

Also a fine lot of other varieties. Send for prices.

G£0. HANCOCK & SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

0

i

N

0

:Menlli'n American Klorlst.

Hardy Water Lilies.

•^ Per Doz.

NY.MPH.EA Odorata. large rhizomes Sl.OO

Gleantea, " 1 00

Minor, •• 1.00

Rosea, •• 2 CO

Rosacea. " I CO

Tuberosa, " 1.00

GEORGE FARRANT, Salem, N. C.

Marie Louise and Swanley White.

Perfectly healthy; very strongly rooted;
soil and s'and, ?S 00 per lOUO.

MELROSE SEED & FLORAL CO.,

32 S. Third Street, HARRISBURG. PA.

Please mention the American Florist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

1026

The American Florist.

May '2^,

A Losing Game.

Ed. Am. Florist: Up to a year or two
ago this used to be a very good flower
town. The prices were good, roses sold at
from $1.50 to $2 perdozen, hardly ever at
any time oftbe year were they less than $1
per dozen, and the same could be said of
the plant trade, but now the prices, of cut
flowers especially, are about one-third of
what they used to be. I will give you the
reason lor this, justtoshow what a dam-
age to the trade one man can be. There
were, up to two years ago, four green-
house concerns here, now there are five.
This last concern is the one that has been
the detriment to the trade in this city.
He has established a downtown store,
and advertises roses for twenty-five cents
per dozen, American Beauties at that.
He could sell just as many at $1.50 or $2.
He has also cut the price on floral designs
in a like proportion. Of course he is play-
ing a losing game, but while he is doing
so he is also doing a great damage to the
trade.

The above comes to us signed by all but
one of the florists in a live little city in a
central state. Can any of our readers
suggest a good way to meet the sort of
competition described?

Mr. J. C. Renmson, of Sioux City, Iowa,
has issued a very attractive catalogue
covering all the divisions of a general bus-
iness that is worthy of special note. In
addition to the lists of plants, which are
adorned by handsome and accurate illus-
trations, he gives also approximate retail
prices on loose cut flowers and floral ar-
rangements. In this latter department he
includes handsome engravings of bride's
bouquets, a dinner table decoration, table
center piece and a daintily arranged bas-
ket. The whole effect is excellent and the
circulation of such a generally attractive
pamphlet should surely bring business.

In the May 15th issue of Gardening,
Chicago, appear excellent illustrations of
Magnolia conspicua, and Xanthoceras
sorbifolia. Of the latter valuable shrub
there are engravings of a specimen in
bloom, a spray of flowers, and a cluster
of ripe fruit. Gardening easily maintains
it« position as the most valuable Ameri-
can horticultural publication for ama-
teurs.

Daniel B. Long, the BufTalo whole-
saler, gets out some very attractive
printed matter. In connection with a re-
cent price list he reprints the telegraphic
code adopted Ijy the S. A. F. some 7 or 8
year* ago. This reminds us thatthecodc
has been pciraittcd to drop out of sight a
little of late. As it is a money-saver to
everyone ordering flowers by wire it
would surely pay the wholesaler to keep
the code in circulation. It pays to make
it easy and inexpensive for customers to
order.

Building. — Readers who contemplate
building additional greenhouses, or re-
modelling old ones, this summer, willcon-
fcr a favor by rci>orting their intentions
to ua. We are anxious to have as full a
record as possible.

TRY

DRHER'S

GflRDtN SttDS,

plant!. Bulbi h Rcguitilei.

'thfy txTf \\\f bB»t at the
lomeit prices. Trade Liat !•■
Kur<l fjunrleTly. mailed free
to thr tra'Ir only.

IfKMCV A. DICKKIC,
rlillHilelpliljt, I'm.

20,000

ARAUCARIAS

ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. 6 to S-inch plants.

43S.OO PER lOO; $6.00 PER DOZ.
ARAUCARIA IMBRICATA, 3 to 4 in. high,

Sa.OO PER lOO; SI. SO PER DOZ.

The above delivered by Mail or Express
at prices quoted.

New Crop Phoenix Canariensis. $2.50 per 1000 Seeds
Washingtonia filifera .75 per lb.
Chamserops excelsa .50 per tb.
Grevillea robusta 5.00 per lb. 50c oz.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

rose bill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American Florist.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A Brand selection for t^tove, Greenliouse iind Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to Interview
buvera or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 2U6 Greenwich St., New York City.

JUST RECEIVED Frcsli Sccds

COC08 Weildelllana ut JIU.OU pur lOUO

Latania Horlx)nlca at W. 50 per 1000

Order at once.

W. A. MANDA,

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

LATANIAS.

For Sale Cheap, too very choice Latania
borbonica in 10 and 12 inch pots with 8, 10
and 12 leaves, at from J6 to JlO each.

r.lK W. MiKllHoii Strei-t.

IICACO.

20,000 Bouvardias,

two varieties, in 25^-incli p(jts, at
$3.00 per 100; |;25.00 per 1000.

UHLMANN & HAISCH.

MKMrm.s, TKNN.

American Beauties.

One thousand extra slronj( 2 1-2
inch pot plants, at $6.00 per 100.

GEORGE A. HEIIVrL.

337 Summit Street, TOLEDO, 0.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

Dwarf French

CANNAS.

We offer the above quantity in strong, well estab-
lished plants from 8 and 4-inch pots. This stock
must not be confounded with dormant pieces or
freshly divided plants out of benches.

We list here only the principal varieties of which
we have a large supply. For a general list refer
to our Spring Traae List which describes over
seventy-five varieties, including all the desirable
novelties of the season, including the grand New
German variety, Konigin Charlotte;

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 10.00

Capt. P. de Suzzoni 15.00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 20.00

Admiral Gervais 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15.00

Denil de St. Grevy 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 15.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) distinct... 15.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Martin Cahuzac 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15.00

Professor Gerard 15.00

Secretary Stewart 15.00

Stadtgartner Senneholz 15.00

Antoine Crozy 8.00

Admiral Courbet 8.00

Antoine Chantin 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardy 8.00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess de Montenard 12.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 10.00

Edward Michel 12.00

Francois Maire 12.00

Geoffrey St. Hilaire 8.00

J. Thomayer 20.00

Miss Sarah Hill 15.00

Mr. Cleveland 15.00

Mile. Liabaud 12.00

Nelly Bowden 8.00

Princess Lusignani 12.00

Perfection 15.00

Souvenir de Jeanne Charreton 8.00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Trocadero 8.00

Ventura 8.00

Viticeultcur Gaillard 8.00

Kaiser Wilhclm 8,00

We will lurnish one each of the above varieties,

46 plants lor $5.50.

Among Crozy'9 New Cannas of this season Paul

Sigrist is utidoubtedly the most distinct and strik-

iiig novelty. We are the only Antcrican house

offering tins variety to the trade this season. In

f general habit similar to Mme. Crozy, but of ft
iright crimson color nearly as rich as Alphonse
Ilouvicr with a verv broad golden yellow Dorder.
Stock limited. $2.&0 each.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

E.G. HILL & CO..

wnoiesaieFiorisis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

CJT|jrTT A T^ nic-r j.IiiiitH in 'J',-iucli jMits,
OXfXXXlXL,^^, J'J.IXI piT KKI; f I.') IHI per IIKIO.

Tr.iii'.pliiiil.d Scr.llinK". SI pi r ll«l; 8K ;>er 10(10.
A ff'W Imtldrnl KtjsrH M't'-nr. \\-\\r liml IIoHtc,

li-incli, ready r..r n shift <li (X) per 11)0.
JOSEPH E. BOfJSALL, Wholesale Florist. Salem, 0.

i894'

The American Florist.

1027

YOU OUGHT TO HAVE.

FUCHSIA LITTLE BEAUTY.— A Gem of the first wa-
ter for florists and market gardeners; will pro-
duce triple the amount of flowers than_ any
other sort, and a very early bloomer, single
blue corolla; sells at first sight. Price 81.00
per 12; $7.00 per 100.

PETUNIA f INK BEAUTY, the best selUng plant for
any florist, color most exquisite rose, finely
fringed and filled; grow a big house full of it
and it will net you a quicker net profit than
any other plant— $1.00 per 12; $7.00 per 100.

MARGUERITE CARNATION, finest strain for sum-
mer bloom; will give you flowers for 5 months
outdoors in greatest abundance; $3.00 per 100.
S2.5.00 per 1000.

CHRYSANTHEMUM THE QUEEN, the white Chrys-
anthemum for the million as pot plant or cut
flowers; largest flowers without too much
care; $.6.00 per 100; $1.5.00 per lOOO.

OUR NEW ROSE AMERICAN PERFECTION.— This
sport will produce twice the flowers than Mer-
met or Bridesmaid on strong erect stems, and
flowers will last a week in perfect condition, a
vivid rose; also the finest bedder among Teas.
Try a hundred; vou will not repent it. Only
$6.00 per 100, $50.'00 per 1000, from 2-inch pots.
Send a list of your wants. Address

WAMZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

PLANTS. PerlOO

Alternantheras. P. major, Aurea nana, Tricolor

(Rosea nana). Versicolor . 2.50

Plumbago, Capensl8 and Alba 4.00

Lady Larpent's 4 00

Perennial Phlox, fine assorted JS.OOand 4.00

Achillea "The Pearl"' 4.00

BetronlaB, assorted ; Lantanas, assorted 4.U0

Fuchsias, ass t $3.00and 4.U0

Abutilons, assorted 4. CO

Bcheverla Extensa globosa, 3 to 6 Inches across,

per dozen, ¥1.00.

Mexican Primrose o.W

Lady Wa8hlnt,^on Geranium o.OU

Achyranthus. assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted $2.00and 3.00

Hibiscus, assorted 4.00

Schlzopetalus ti-OO

Antherlcum plcturatum per dozen, 75c.

Ivy and Bronze Geraniums, assorted, 2!^-ln. pots 4.00
Sllver-Leaf Geraniums, 3 varieties (no Mme.

Sallerol) 4.00

Oxalls. Ort^esl 4.00

Dahlias, named, our selection 5.00

French Cannas, named, our selection, dry roots.. 5.00

French Cannas, unnamed 3.00

potted 10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladlum, fine mixed tJ.OO

named S.OO

Trade list on application.

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS.
Box 99. KANSAS CITY, MO.

Mention American Florist.

PANSIES,

THE JENNINGS STRAIN.

Plants in bud and bloom |1.50 and $2.00
per 100, flS.OO per 1000; medium sized
plants of mixed, white or yellow, $5 00 per
1000, Extra 60c hundred by mail.

New crop Pansy Seed ready June 25th,
better than ever. Cash with order.

ADDRBss E. B. JENNINGS,

WHOLESALE PANSY GROWER.
Lock Box 254. SOUTHPOKT, CONN.

BEDDING PLANTS.

CuleuR. AlteriiHiithera and Geraniums, best
varieties, such as Verschaffeltit, Paronychloldes ma-
jor and Gen'l Grant, and many others.

TKITOMA rVAKlA, In 2. 3, 4, 5, (i-lnch pots, part
of each, $1.00 per 100.

Our "UAKD TIMES" )»3 and Si5 cash Collec-
tion of PALMS are taking Immensely. We give
8^1.00 worth for $3.00, and J8.00 worth for SO. 00 cash
with the order.

AVILLIAMS & SONS CO., Batavia, lU.,
Manufacturers of Batavia Labki.s.

Plants at One-Third Value.

CAPE JASMINE, 2^.inch pots. . . . $3.00 per 100
4-iuch pots. . 8.00 per 100

•: 5-inch pots 10.00 per 100

The above can be sent by freight.
FANCY-LEAVED CALADIUMS, 1%-

inch pot plants . . 84.00 per 100

Named 5.00 per 100

Address F. d. ULBRICHT,

P. O. Bo,i065. ANNISTON, ALA.

Assorted varieties, 2-iuch pots .... S5.00 per 100
Lord Palmerston, 3-iuch pots . . 5.00 per 100
Fxtra strong plants.
I.eROY T. BONSALL, Salem, Ohio.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

Strong plants, last season's sowing, will begin to run at once. From 3 -inch
pots 75 cts. per dozen; ^5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000.

CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS.

3 1-2 inch pots, 75 cts. per dozen; $6.00 per 100.

LATANIA BORBONICA.

6-inch pots, strong, $9.00 per dozen.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

.A^r>i<eiiv:iv, jvxich:.

R00TEDCUTT1NG8

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express. .$4 .00 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major and
Aurea Nana, by mail SOc per 100

CASH WITH OBDEK.

S. O. STREBY3

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for shipment from July to September.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum, ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album, Etc.

Iris Ksempferl, in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Peeonies. Tree Ferns, Raphis, Cycas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to 85 each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut oflf, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 3)2 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Glirysantliemums.

.STANDARD VAKIETIES.
MARIE LOUISE VIOLET RUNNERS.
S.MILAX, 2S^-lnch pots.

Satisfaction and prompt shipment guaranteed.

SAMUEL. J. BUNTING,
Elmwood Ave. * 58th St., PHIL.V., FA.

The Directory

For 1S04

IS NOW READY.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

PALMS— Latania, Corypha, Kentia, Cocos,
all sizes from seedlings to big show plants.

AZALEAS— Best forcing varieties.

SWEET BAYS {Launis wodzV/j)— stand-
ards and pyramids, finely shaped.

ARAUCARIA — excelsa, compacta, glauca,
in all sizes; fine plants.

TUBEROUS BEGONIAS— In best van-
eties, lars^e bulbs. Stock 100,000.

GLOXINIAS- Best French varieties, in
separate colors.

ROSfcS — Low grafted and standards.

Lily of the Valley, extra strong German pips.

Prices very low on large quantities.

Fr.R.RICHTER, 126 E. 125th St., New York,

Importer & Sole Agent for Ed. Van Coppenolie, AJb
RigoutB, and other Belgian and German RTowers.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to eight branches, very
fine stock, $12.00 to |25,00 per dozen.

PALMS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

2205 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO, ILL.

Tuberous Begonias.

GUIKKINS STRAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.

We are headquarters for the
• above, the finest strain In the
sTc-eju, world. Send for illustrated
descriptive catalogue with copyright engravings. It
tells you all about them.

OASIS NURSERY CO.,

Thos. Griffin, Mgr. Westbury Station, L. I., N. Y.

The Water Garden.

Special and Hardy Water Lilies of all colors.
VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI. EURYALE FEROX.

Nelurablums In variety, Hardy Ornamental plants,
sub-aquniic plants, etc.. etc. Nympha?a Laydeberi
rosea (awarded a Medal at World's Fair) ; most charm-
ing of all the Hardy LUies; J2 .'lOeach.

Other Columbian Novelties see catalogue.

WM. TRICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J,

PRIMROSE SEED

New Seed Now Ready.

Price per packet containing oO seed. 20 cents.

6 packets containing TjO seed . . each SI. 00
14 packets containing 60 seed . . each S2.00

Packet, 400 seeds, lo sorts ffl.OO

Special rate in large quantity. Circulars telling
how to grow primroses, free.

HENRY S. RUPP & SONS, Shiremanstown. Pa.

20,000 COLEUS, VERSCHAFFELTII and GOLDEN
BEDDER (true); 10,000 COLEUS, assorted, in 50
varieties, fine plants, pot grown, ready now, 820.00
per 1000. Cash with order.

C. F. FAIRFIELD, Florist,

SPRINGFIELD, MASS.

ALTERNANTHERAS.

Red and Yellow, good size, f 2.50 per 100.
McCREA & COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

Please mention the American Plobist
every time yon write to an advertiser.

1028

The American Florist.

May 24^

RecD/* RofeA.

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

MONONGAHELA, Pa.— I. Shelbv Crall is
building two new rose houses 18x135.

Batavia, III— Mr. S. A. Wolcott, of
the Bellevue Place Co., and Mary L. Em-
erson were married May 16.

Port Hcron, Mich.— Mr. M. Ullen-
bruch reports a loss of S.OOO square feet
of glass and $3,U00 damage to plants,
vegetables and glass on Lapeer avenue
greenhouses by the storm of May 17.
On city greenhouses loss of $250.

Kalamazoo, Mich. — The storm did no
serious damage here. Some of the flo-
rists lost a few lights of glass, but noth-
ing to worry about. Mr. Joseph Dunkley
has been confined to his bed for the last
ten weeks with pneumonia. He is still
so weak that he cannot stand alone, but
is improving.

Salem, Mass.— The beautiful memorial
chapel and conservatory at Greenlawn
Cemetery which was presented to the
city by Mr. Walter Scott Dickson in mem-
ory of his wife, was dedicated on Satur-
day, May 19. The conservatory, which
is 50x35 with an extreme height of 28
feet, was built by Thos. W. Weathered's
Sons. The frame work is of iron, and
benches of slate.

Nevada, Mo.— The premium list for the
third annual chrysanthemum fair, to be
held Nov. 14 to 17 under the auspices of
the Epworth League, has been issued.
Copies may be had on application to C.
W. Talbot, the florist. The League has
secured special rates from the railroads
for the week of the exhibition and will
spare no effort to draw visitors from the
surrounding country. The event will be
very liberally advertised.

Detroit, Mich.— The usual spring epi-
demic of flower thieves is infesting this
city; parks, private residences, and nur-
sery plantations alike have had their
choicest flowering shrubs hacked and torn
to pieces by these vandals. But patience
has ceased to be a virtue, and the park
and cemetery officials recently gathered
in a wagon-load of these thieves, while
Stephen Taplin, whose nursery on Fort
street has been stripped every year, has
started a vigorous campaicn, being de-
termined to prosecute in every case. Itis
to be hojKd that these measures will
check the evil.

Decatik, III— The worst hail storm
ever known in this part of the state
struck here May 17. Hail stones as large
ai baseballs were picked up (and photo-
graphed to convince skeptics). Among
the florists .N'. Bomm'-rsbach auflcrcd the
most damage, losing 2,000 14-x20 lights
of double Btrcngtli. Adam Balmcr lost
about 1,000 12x1+ lights, and the other
places suffered moreor less scverelv. The
cold weather that has prevailed since has
caused serious damage to tender stufl.
This misfortune in connection with the
hard times is enough to givcany man the
blues.

WHITE DOVES

roH FLORISTS.
lAtlfciit and nmwt mUtr.k In tho i;nltv<l

S. J. RUSSELL.

8SO MonlgomvrT St., Jerta; C\tl, N. ].
MpnU'iii Am«rln«i( KI'irlRl.

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

EJ.

HII»r»A.I«i:>, TTota-aa-eisto^w-a:!., Olxlo.

What queer things we see
When we have no pn !

A florist may be a very good
florist, but it does not follow
that he can make or paint
letters fit to look at.

Do not attempt to paint in-
scriptions on ribbon when you
can buy them all ready made
and gummed, in any color, at
such prices as they are off"ered

BY

BAYERSDORFER.

Send to him for samples and prices.
Also on fine

COMMENCEMENT BASKETS,
DECORATION DAY GOODS,

and everything Standard and Novel in

Florists' Supplies

HE IS HEADQUARTERS.

H, BAYEESDOBFER & CO.,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Of" WHOI-KSAI.E ONLY. . . .

Pocl/pto and Fern Dishes for Dinners,
OUO^ClO Decorations, Receptions, School
Commencements, etc. in many pleasing styles,
plain and fancy; compare our Fall trade list.

PuPaC I D9UDQ (Sago Palm), natural
UJbaO LCaiCO, prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

ImmnrtQllOC white and all colors,
IIIIIIIUI ICIICO, j52 75lhe dozen, natural
yellow, |2.00; Cape flowers, best, |1.00 the
ft., second size, 60c. the lb.; Wheat Sheaves,
Wire Designs, Wire, Foil, Picks, Wax Paper,
and all other Florists Supplies quoted in
our Illustrated Trade List, mailed free.

Metal Designs 1" j;\::,TsiTns;

Wreaths, Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc., in
green or white foliage. Address

August Riilker & Sons,

W.C.KRICK'S

PATH NT

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.
Tlit'BO loUcTH riro
iiiiiilo i)f tliu Ih-hI liti-
iiuirtulk'n, wIrL'il «ui
Hoott or iiM-tal f riiniun
Imvlnt^hoh'HilrlllLMlIri
Ihnn to Inm-rt t-nilh-
plnkn, hy w )i loli to
r(if«t4jn Ihoin 1 n tliu <1u-
MttfM. All 1 11 rrliiKO-
iii4!ritn I(r'»iii>ciil4'(1.

::-iric)i irfitt4TH,Ki.UQ

per lim,

Vimtnuv. ibvAt*. per 100.
Itcforu ptircliiittliiif
will for frro Brtinplci
ntid ra t u lo^iiu und
i-oinptiri' >v 1th n II y
oiii.-r l.itrr on thu

136 & 138 W. 24th St.,
P. 0. Station E.

New York.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.
Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

MaiUlactlire THE BEST LETTERS IN TEE MARKET.

sizes 1^-lnch and 'J-lnch, K.(XJ per 100. Patent

faBluiier with eacb letter.

With orders for fiUO lett^^rs we jflve away a nicely

Btalned and varnished bo.x. See cvit In next

week's American Florist.

Our letter la handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

AOENTS: A. Rolkor & Sons. Now York; MarschueU
Si Co.. 2:'i N.4th Street, rhlladelphla, I'll.; F. K. Mc-
Allister. r> llev St.. N. Y.; Krnst Kaufinann & Co.. 113
.N, nil St.. Philadelphia. I'a.; U. Ilayersdorfer & Co.,
T'hUadelplda, I'a.; A. I). Perry .t Co.. .a Warren St.,
Syraiuse, .N. Y.; A. C. Kendal. II.'S Onliirlo St., Cleve-
land, (1.; K. H. Hunt, T',i Lake St., Chlcut-ii; Wisconsin
I'louer Exchange, Illl Mason St., .MllkwmiUee. Wis.;
II, Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts,. CInolnnatl. O.;
T. W. Wood & Sons, (ilh and Marshall Sts, Klchmond,
Va,; .las, \'lck'» Sons, Uoohcstor. N. Y,; Dan'l B, Ixjnc.
HulTalo, N, Y,; C, A, Kuohn, St, l^rals. Mo,; C, F.
lIuiUhiKton A Co.. Indlanupolls. Ind ; 7.. He Forest
F.h \ (■<! . lu.'l MarkelSI., rlilladi'lplda. Pa ; Portland
Seed (.1.. 171 .'iid St . I'orlhinil, ori-k'oFi; A, ilerrtnan.
11., I'MUUi St.. .New \ ork; (ieu. .\. Sutherland, ti? IJrom-
Ileltl St , lloslnri; Weleli Bros,. No. lA Beacon St,, Bos-
ton: N, F. MoCarlhv .V Co., I Musle Hall Place, Boston.

,1. A. Shniners, 'ronirdo. Out.. AKcnt for ("Canada,

MflRSGHUETZ & GO.,

Florists' SuDDiies,

23 8> 26 N. 41h St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Send for Catalo^ic _.«^^i^&.

World's
Fair.

W. C. KRICK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For lalo h» all Florists' Supply Dealers.
.Mention AnierWain Florlnl.

MEDRL SWARDED,

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

N... I i:t Noilli III! SI reel.
Sen. 1 for tall, lof"'- PHILADELPHIA. PA.

PATENTQ

I Trade-Marks, Copyrights. Etc. ^^^

I GHflNDLEE & MflCflULEy.V^

Allanlic Building. WASHINOTON, D. C.

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The American Florist.

1029

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST !

Aren't you tired going through yuur houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tllatlog sash one at a time and propping tbem up with
sticliB or pots, with a chance of having sasli blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? Lf you are

^^

We have got Just the thing von need, the NEIVEST
and BEST thing out. "The New Heparture " for
about half the cost of the old style. 5end for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansvitle, Ind.

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR bw 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer ot
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circniars and Price Iiist.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street.
FIiUSHZNO, Queens, Co., If. T.

When wrltinK mention the American Fi-ohist.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

• CYPRESS •

dreenlioiise Mateiial,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

D. WOOD BRANT-

rueujE^"

Co*

FOREST Gl-EN f=. O
BOX 5S.

.^Tim

^^4ii:^^^tJ

^c-'^-^-c^i^ ^(ht?0O t^-^^-^-YZyix^ y^£.e^ efY ^^^^^--^-^

<^f^<^ -;^^«^2^ J:^^^^^^

'theMALTESE cross BRAND

THEVERTBESTor GARDEN & LAWN

Ox s; m.

ji'oiFvour dealer doesTiot haveitscTid direct to Ihe-manufactiMrs

% '" r^^R^"' Tte Guttapercha & Butilier M| Co

170 Lake Street
CHICAGO

Fat. 1882, '8s. '86, FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIO«^
'88, '90, '9' OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and e%'ery purpose for which a hos«
can be applied.
Sizes, J^-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serviceable
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
ture is au infringement on one or more of our
Patents. The rights secured to us render each individual dealer or user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER COh
Sole Mi'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Grip Armored Hose Patents, 49 Warren Street, New Yn^i*
.T, C. VAUGhAN, Asent, CHICAGO.

SFRINQ STEEL QALVAJt!

1030

The American Florist.

May 24^

Is it Wise Policy?

Is it right forflorlsts to advertise whole-
sale prices in papers that have a general
circulation? I have noted several vrhole-
salers who advertise the same prices in
papers that go to the general public that
they quote to florists in the trade press.
Is it not plain that such work hurts the
local florist? On several occasions people
have told me that they could buy plants
from a certain florist forexactly the same
prices he asks those in the trade. This is
certainly unfair to the retailers and it
would seem that the latter should with-
draw their trade entirely from such houses.
I, for my part, will not deal with a man
who makes no distinction in prices be-
tween those in the trade and those w ho are
not, and if all retailers took the same stand
such parties would be forced to do either
a strictly wholesale or a strictly retail
business, and a little experience in doing
a strictly retail business at wholesale
prices would probably be sufficiently un-
pro6 table to teach them a wholesome les-
son. By what process of reasoning they
arrive at the conclusion that they can sell
direct to my customers at wholesale
prices and then sell to me also at same
rates is a mystery to me. Do they imag-
ine they can eat their cake and still have
it? It would seem so. If the evil contin-
ues it will be necessary for the retailers to
combine together, and unitedly withhold
their trade from such houses. The trade
must be protected from the serious injury
thev are doing it. H. Steinmetz.

Raleigh, N. C.

"Inofohibo Cmfwypcmfwypppuu."

In describing an ovation given an opera
company a New York daily perpetrates
the following;

Flowers! Well, rather. It rained roses, tielbw
Cflmattons. it showered lilies, and something in
the nature of a violet cyclone struck the stage. At
the end of this memorable performance the stock
of e\-ery florist's stand inofohibo cmfwypcmfwyp-
ppuu.

The cause of the extremely dull season
is at last made plain to us. No wonder
times are hard with the florist when his
stand is "inofohibo cmfwypcmfwypp-
puu."

-/

^-iVlANZ

r^COMPANY--

r MiMO «. J# * Mt'AK innn t \^

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L,Awxv VAe^AC^s.

Vtit G««)i Willi iinlur.

K»10 lltlOonoh

With ll-liinh t«M> \ttl

ami. Ui) ■■

With IJ-lnch IHUH' . Z r, ■

Writi' for iirto! Mat of Htanilnnl Klowir
*<>u. I'U-, 'I IM- iK-dt raw In tlH-rniirkft f'.r
till- nnnH'j Tin- I'jwi-wt [ir1(*-"» for |m.i»i

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
Kurt Kilnitnl, .V. V.

Al <.t p« f ll(il.Kl:li A H'iSM. AM'-tili»
fi \V(.«t liUi Htrfx-t. Si-n \ i,Tk til)

ll\ A UU 't"''K II<)TT().M |-Illf-K>4 M<TifI ff,r
*>|J/I[jn> K«Umat« H«U«facU<inl>iiiir>lit4)Od

<^Tj/%.^mt 00.,

6« W»rriTi •*!., n,.,i 4(1, 4H* no<'>.ll>-Ki- l-liDi-,
^9-w Yc»v-la CJItJf.

I'l.KASK mention thr Amhkica.s I'i.ohist
every time yf»u write to nn ndvcrtiHcr.

IE "LOGKLflND"

ARE ALWAYS SATISFACTORY.

This cut represents our Improved Clipper Bar for Butted
Glass roof. No Putty required.

GUTTER MaTERiaii, RiEiGES, SSSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CYPRESS used.
For circulars and estimates ADDRESS

LOGKLfllHD LUMBER GO.

Mention American Florist.

Il,ool«:lai3.cl,

Meutiou American Florist.

o.

«4

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried ofi^ highest honors w^herever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. 715, 7^7 & 7^9 Whartoh St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St.» Jersey City, X. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the finuofSipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor. The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwertn. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serv'iceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for pncc list antf samples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE. N. Y.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New BriRhton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottary, new Machinery, the very baal Clay in the Country,
.ind our new Patant Kllna, all combined, make the beat Standard Pot
In tlia market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

OEORQE MESSINGER. Manager. JCri»t I*roolt t'l O I < I, Ad^MMI.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

YOU CAN

Alto Di^aliri in Olt BURNERS, and Agent! lor

Bntll'i Hyarnulic Svatam •,< w,\»k oil Tor furl
I.iiT|KisrH. A'«* '»«//'», nii'l 1^ to Vi cliriij.rr thmi conl.

509 Maditon Av«.. ORAND RAPIOS, MICH.

IITHt'iKl for I'lmilnr

SAVE MONEY BY

PURCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter.

Tlic lirsi Ihtn^^oftlir kiiHl <-vrr invfitrd lorpfreen-
llollHC iiKr. Sriul for <lcset Iplioii iiml price lldl.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO..
■,244 l'r<'o|iorl Slrfct, IIOSTUN, MA88.

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The American Florist.

1031

HOT-AIR

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn,
Mouse,Garden, Stock
Kany other purpose.

Send for Illustrated Catalogue

or THB

JeLAMATER-RIDER AN! PUMPING
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON rupiur

PUMPING lNGINl.
ENGINE.

Their operation is bo simple and
eafe that a child can run them They
will pump water from shallow
streams or any tind of well. They
can be arranged for any kind of fuel

Capacity 1.500 to 30.000 gallons
of water a day, according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

Increase Yoor Business

by fostering an interest in plants and
flowers among the people in your vicin-
ity. You can best do this by getting
subscribers to

GARDENING . . .

which tells people how to get the most
satisfaction out of their gardens, and
stimulates them to enlarge and extend
their gardening operations.

$l.oo A YEAR is the subscription price
of this paper, which is issued twice a
month, is handsomely and truthfully
illustrated, is thoroughly practical, ab-
solutely free from wind and gush and
grinds no axes for anyone.

SPECIAL LOW RATE to florists who
will act as agents. We want an agent
in every city and town in America.
Write for terms now to
THE GARDENING CO.

Monon Building, CHICAQO.

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THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894
IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.
AM. FLORIST CO.

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IMPROVED GLAZING.

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Index to Advertisers.

Adv. rates, etc 1030

American Boiler Co.. IIB!

Anthony .IT 1019 1U27

Baker Bros 1019

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Bonsall Jos E 1030

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Boston Letter Co 102S

Bovnton Furnace Co. .1031

Brant 4 Not 1019

Brown R S ,S Sons. . . .1027

Brown & Canfleld 1019

Buckbeell W 1020

Buntlnc Saml J VfT.

Bums * Kaynor ICBI

Burrow J G lOK

Burton John Iiil9

Carman R W 1029

Carmody J D 102",1

Chandlee & MacauIeylOis
Chlcam Flower Ex . .1020
Chgo Folding Bo.x Coloa)

Cook John 1019

Corbrey A McKellMr...KrJU
Cotta4!e (Jardens The. 1025
Cox Seed & IMant Co.ioa;

Crabb& Hunter 1030

Dallledouze Bros loio

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Heher Peter A Co 1025

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Gasoer J M 1031

Gonzalez F i Co 1027

Gordon ParbGreenh sI019

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Hall Aasn 1031

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Hartford HE 102U

Heacock Joseph lOlK

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Hcrr Albert M 1025

Hermann's Seed Storel022
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HIlnnECr Bros 1U«I

Hill EG .^Co loai

Illppard E 102s

HItchlnKS ACo 1032

Hooker H M Co ItttI

Horan Edw C 1021

HuliieboKh Bros 1022

Hunt E H 1021

Hunter Frank I) 1021

JennluKS E B 1027

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Kennlcott Bros Co IU21

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Oasis Nursery Co 1027

Olsen 4 Iluslies 1021

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Wood Bros 102 >

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MAY 31, 1894.

No. 313

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published every Thursday by

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SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS.

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Philadelphia, vice-president; WM. J. Stewart, 67
Bromfleld St., Boston. Mass., secretary; M. A. HUNT,
Terre Haute, Ind.. treasurer. Tenth annual meeting
at Atlantic City. N. J.. August. 1894.

CONTENTS

Chrysanthemums— Seasonable notes 1033

Propagating house, Harrisii and violets . . . 1033

Hardy flowers for June 1034

A model retail establishmeut (2 illus.) . . 1034
Chicago parks .... . . .... 1036

Fern notes— Gymnogramme 1036

A judgment on judges . . . . . 1037

The one-judge plan 1038

Carnations—Improving by selection . . . . 1038

Imperfect Von Sion (illus.) 1038

Narcissus buds blasting 1039

Foreign notes 1039

Philadelphia 1039

St. Louis 1040

New York 1010

Chicago . 1041

Toronto 1041

Boston 1041

Pittsburg 1042

San Francisco . . 1042

The seed trade 1046

Baltimore 1048

Chestnut Hill. Pa 1048

Hartford, Conn. 1048

The convention exhibition 1050

St. Paul. Minn 1050

Cleveland 1052

Trees for city use 1052

Questions about heating 10.54

Our illustrations 1054

Lenox, Mass.— The Lenox Horticul-
tural Society has met with much encour-
agement since its organization and the
membership is increasing rapidly. The
headquarters of the Society will be at
Sedgwick Hall. During the remodeling of
this building their temporary home is at
the Town Hall, where meetings are held
regularly on the second and fourth Satur-
day of each month. Mr. Norman gave a
lecture on orchids at the*May 19th meet-
ing which was very interesting. A horti-
cultural exhibition is planned for the lat-
ter part of September.

Mobile, Ala.— The Mobile Chrysanthe-
mum Club has issued a premium list for
its first annual chrysanthemum show to
be held in this city Nov. 22 to 24 next.
Copies may be bad on application to the
secretary. Miss Mollie Irwin, Mobile, Ala.

Seasonable Notes.

The majority of chrysanthemum grow-
ers are now making preparations and
laying plans for the fall shows and trade,
with visions of $50 prizes dancing before
their eyes, although the older exhibitors
made their first move some time ago,
those intending to show plants during
the winter and the growers of cut blooms
during the early spring. For the last
few years many writers and good author-
ities have told us that May was plenty
early enough to propagate our plants,
and so it is for commercial flowers, for
the plants are much easier cared for, but
our experience has been that April struck
cuttings, if well grown, give a far better
bloom and a flower that will stand for
two or three days when placed on exhibi-
tion and look nearly as fresh as when
first staged, while those grown on later
struck cuttings, especially those propa-
gated late in June, while fully as large
and of nearly as good depth, will wilt
and look like so many discolored rags
the second day of the show.

But, of course, if the plants are not yet
propagated, they must be, and it is early
enough to strike cuttings that will pro-
duce a very good grade of blooms. Prop-
agating during the latter part of May
and June is very easily done, although
with varying success by many. The
stock plants should be well watered and
cared for and never allowed to run dry,
so that they will supply good succulent
cuttings and not hard, wiry wood. Our
plan has been in making the cuttings to
remove all the lower foliage, so that
when inserted in the bench the leaves will
stand clear of the sand and not lay upon
it to cause damp. After the cuttings are
placed in the bench give them a good wa-
tering; by this we mean to syringe water
on to them (using a watering pot with
rose attached) until the water stands on
top of the sand, and from that time on
until they are rooted keep the sand well
saturated. If the bench is located where
the sun shines on it during the day, shade
quite heavily; we have always placed hot-
bed shutters on the outside of the house,
but at any rate don't let the full glare of
the sun shine on the cuttings for the first
three or four days, or they will wilt, and
if that happens it will take the cuttings
a week or ten days longer to root and a
great many may be lost,

How is the compost heap? Is it all
ready to place in the benches? If it istoo
rough and coarse turn it over once more
and break the sods up a little. Have you
put in any bone? Well, don't forget that
Ijone is one of the best flower producing
manures that we know. I see Messrs.
Drover & Adams of Fareham, one of the
most successful firms exhibiting in En-
gland, say a hundred pounds to a cart
load, but that of course is very indefinite,
for cart loads vary and few of us know
anything about an English cart; but you
can safely use 200 pounds to a cord,
and if you want to come out near the top
at the shows next fall put it in the com-
post and you won't rue the expense. Oh!
somcLody told you that a top dressing
of flout of bone next summer was just as
good. We fell into that lazy trap our-
selves, but it wasn't "just as good," and
we lost prizes thereby. It is a great deal
better to work it into the soil and have
the phosphoric acid all ready when the
plants want it than to try and get it on
at just the right time, for they know far
better than you when they are ready to
use it and you are very apt to put it oflf
too late, for you want to go to the con-
vention and are too busy. Besides, pure
flourof boneis notalways easily obtained
and you can get a pure grade of ground
bone at less expense, and if you get it well
disseminated in the compost it is all
ready when the plants want it.

Elijah A. Wood.

West Newton, Mass.

Propagating House, Lilium Harrisii and
Violets.

I have been requested to answer queries
regarding the above, and although there
are plenty of higher authorities I can give
my personal experience, and hope that
those who know better won't be slow to
criticise.

From Macomb, 111., comes the question
how to build and heat a propagating
house. During 25 years I have propa-
gated plants in several diSerent styles of
houses and with nearly the same success,
but the ideal house for me is 11 feet wide,
running north and south; this aspect is
preferable to east and west because it
needs less shading. The benches can be 3
feet and 6 inches wide each and the path
2 feet 6 inches. The benches should be
covered with strong roofing slates, not
boards, and under them plentv of sup-
port, for slates decay with our continual
application of heat and moisture. On the
slates have the side boards high enough
for 3 or 4 inches of sand. Under the
benches should be three or four-inch hot-
water pipes, and no pipes should be above
the benches. In fact the heat should be
confined so that none can escape into the
house, but be entirely confined under the
benches. On the front or path side of the
benches one board the whole length

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May 31,

should be hinged either at top orbottoin.
When the temperature outsideis very low
YOU can open the hinged board and still
have plenty of bottom heat. When the
weather is mild little fire heat is needed
but that little will keep the sand warm
and the atmosphere cool with the mov-
able board shut. You can keep the house
just exactlv as you want it, sav the sand
at 70° and'the house at 50° or 55°. Al-
most all the plants that are grown by the
florist will root and root well and make
thrifty plants under such conditions. If
you are a carnation grower in a large
way this sort of propagating house is not
necessary, and I have found by experience
within a few years that an ordinary
bench without any bottom heat is good
enough, and cool both top and bottom.
But I have rooted many thousand carna-
tions under the first described conditions
with the most perfect success. Keep the
benches well away from the side walls so
that there is no fear of drip. Ifyou don'*^
use 4-inch hot-water pipes, then 5 Hi-
pipes will do as well. Hot wateris much
better than steam because on mild days
you will drop the steam entirely.

From Columbia City, Ind., comes the
query how to dispose of surplus rose
leaves. If it is rose petals that are meant
give them to some of your lady custom-
ers who know how to "pickle" them
down. I have often had inquiries for
them but very sorry that I had them.

The same subscriber wants to know
"how you get 8 and 10 flowers of theLil-
ium Harrisii from a small bulb." I don't
think yon can. Good, sound bulbs from
7 to 9, and those from 9 to 11 inches, will
easily give S to 10 flowers. This subject
has been well written up and it will seem
a monotonous repetition to repeat it.
Briefly the bulbs should be potted in 6 or
7-inch pots as soon as received, and kept
outside until 1st of December, or earlier
if they are wanted earlier. No forcing
should be given them until they are al-
most showing buds, but a tcmperatureof
55° to 60° at night won't hurt, and that
is high enough for any stage of their
growth, but sometimes they have to get
a little more than that because you want
them in at a certain date. Lilies don't
like fresh animal manure. A good turfy
loam suits them best. If there is any
plant that needs faithful and steady fum-
igating it is Lilium Harrisii and longi-
florum. Somebody said last winter in
your columns that the cause of the buds
splitting was injury done by greenfly
when the buds were very small, and he
waa perfectly right. When the buds are
just forming deep down among the leaves,
the greenfly, if allowed will get in his
work, which no amount of carecan after-
wards remedy.

Krom the Bamcsourcccomcsthc inquiry
"how to raise a few violctgin ucarnation
houic." Trom my experience find obser-
vation, those who arc jjcrfectly green at
the business in all its branches have been
the most successful violet growers in our
locality. There is not the slightest reason
why violitl cannot Ix- raised along with
carnations. The latter will thrive and
do well and Im: profitable if the tlivrmom-
ctcT does go down to 40'' or 4.')'' at night
providing you have a good warm tem-
perature in the day time, and that will suit
violets exactly. 1 he carnations want the
6nc sunshine, oil we get anil more in the
winter months, but the vif>lcts should
have a little shade at all times, or except
perhaps l>ecemlKr aod January.

Wm. Scott.

Hardy Flowers for June.

With us at Trenton the June flowers are
mostly flowering in May, at least the
early June flowers are fully two weeks
earlier this year. But it is exceptional.
Generally the following list may be relied
upon for a June display in the northern
portions of the country.

SHRUBS AND SMALL TREES.

Amelanchier Asiatica,

Azalea Vaseyii,

Azalea Calendulacea and varieties,

Berberis Thunbergii, etc.,

Chionanthus virginicus, etc.,

Coronilla emerus,

Cytisus laburnum,

Cytisus nigricans,

Cladastris tinctoria,

Deutzias,

Halesia diptera,

Hypericum Andreanum,

Kalmias,

Leucothoe Catesbaei,

Louiceras,

Magnolia glauca.

Magnolia macrophylla, etc.,

Pseonia (tree),

Philadelphus in variety,

Syringa persica,

Syringa japonica, etc.,

Spiraeas,

Robinias,

Rhus,

Roses,

Rhododendrons,

Tamarix Dahurica, (We have a speci-
men of this at Mrs. Gen. Perrine's, 25 to
30 feet high and some six inches or more
in diameter of trunk),

Wistaria frutescens,

Wistaria multijuga,

Wiegelias.

HERBACEOUS PLANTS.

Aconitum napellus,

Aquilegia chrj'santha,

Amarylla atamasco,

Armeria vulgaris,

Campanulas,

Centaurea calocephala,

Clematis recta.

Digitalis purpurea,

Dietamnus,

Kpilobium,

FunkiaSieboldii,

Helenium grandiflorum,

Iris,

Monardas,

fEnotheras,

I'apaver orientale varieties,

Phlox suff'ruticosa varieties,

Pyrethrums,

Ranunculus fl. pi.,

Spira;a lobata, etc.,

Silene pennsylvanica, etc.,

Sa])onaria ocymoides,

Trollius europa;us,

Tradcscantias,

Viola cornuta,

And others.

1 enclose a sketch showing how a selec-
tion of these may be grouped in front ofa
building or any desired situ.ttion. Amass
of one species is commonly most effective
in u bed. Jamks MacI'iiukso.n.

Trenton, N. J,

Ai.WAVs mention the Ami'.uican Plo-
KIST when writioK to advertisers.

A Model Retail Establishment.

The oldest and most famous cut (l.)wi-r
store in l'liiladel|ihia,nnd one of the larg-
est in the country, is that of I'ennock
Bros, at l.'>14 Chestnut street.

The business was established in 1802
by Messrs. A. I.,. I'ennock & Itrother, wlio
were then growing and selling trees and
general nursery stock. They built two
small greenhouses and engaged Thomas
Cartlcdge to manage the new department.

For two years the plants grown were
sold in the market house then at 16th
and Market streets. In 1S64 a greenhouse
and office was built at 10 South 12th
street, below Market, and the business
there established has since grown to such
an extent that the firm of Pennock Broth-
ers is known all over the country. As the
business grew, Thos. Cartlcdge and John
Westcott, who had in the meantime be-
come connected with the establishment,
were taken in as partners and given a
half interest. Later on Mr. A. L. Pennock,
his brother having retired, gave his son
Herbert, who had charge of the books,
half of his interest, and so the firm re-
mained until two years ago, when Mr.
Westcott and Herbert Pennock retired.

In 1874 the property now occupied was
purchased and improved, and in the sum-
mer of '75 the Twelfth street store was
vacated and everything moved to the new
establishment. The amount of business
transacted in the old place was really
wonderful. There were some fifteen hands
employed steadily during the winter sea-
son and oftentimes more. Seven-thirty
sharp, was the time to open up in the
morning, but it was any time after nine
p. m. up to twelve, before the place was
closed. Some were kept constantly en-
gaged making up funeral designs, there
always being orders of thiskind on hand,
and frequently work was refused on ac-
count of lack of time and their inability to
get flowers. Fancy such a state of affairs
at this day! Some did nothing else all
day long but make pyramid bunches, the
pyramid being then the prevailing style
of design for table ornament for large oc-
casions. The bunch was made on a thin
stick 12 to 15 incheslong, witha camellia
in the centre, backed up by bouquet green,
and around this would be one row of
flowers consisting of bouvardia, leaves of
poinsettia flowers, arbutilons with the
petals reflexed, sweet alyssum, fuchsias,
carnations, nasturtiums, in fact almost
anything was thought good enough for
these bunches, which were then arranged
in a wire pyramid and placed on top of a
tall, fancy colored vase in the centre of
the table, which were afterward distrib-
uted among the guests. Around the bot-
tom of the frame, reaching nearly to the
cloth, were large fern leaves of Pteris
tremula or T. argyrea. Sometimes, if it
was to be unusually elaborate, several
gypsy baskets filled with small flowers,
and, occasionally, a couple of wieaths
were hung out about (> inches from the
body of the design, which by the way
was always topped otT witha large pyra-
mid shaped bunch, the inevitable ealla
lily in the top. We have seen the florist
stand off and gaze with a look of admira-
tion at his handiwork and have heard
the lady of the house exclaim, 'Oli! isn't
it just too lovely for anything!" What
would our lady of the house say today if
such an arrangement was placed on her
tabic!

In speaking of the busincssat that time
during u recent conversation, Mr. Cart-
lcdge said: "Our house back of the oflice
or store was filled with camellias, which
was then the principal llower. 1 don'trc-
nunilKr that we had a single palm on the
phiic. It niu3l4jave li.ivc been well upto
the seventies txfcjre we kept any palms.
The first we handled were lataiiiis and
were quite expensive. We did not think
of doing dicoriiting then, it was .ill cut
flower work, and a lew bedding plants in
the spring. As f )r Ivis'.er there was no
attenipt made to grow blooming plants,
ruid the small extra trade wasconlined to
cut flowers entirely. By and bye, as the
trade grew, there came a demand for

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callas and for quite a while they were the
Easter flower. Lilium candidum was
also grown later on quite extensively."

"When did Lilium longiflorum become
a commercial flower?"

"I think we got the first blooms from
Gus Messeburg in Flatbush in '72 or '73.
1 remember they sold readily at $1 each.
We had to import most of the roses we
used at first, as there were very few grown
in this city until '76, in fact it was 1880
before we could depend on the growers
about here for any quantity. Now it is
not a question of getting stock enough
but we nearly always have to be on guard
for fear of being overstocked. Thecustom
of sending plants and cut flowers as per-
sonal gifts at Easter has grown up in the
last twelve or fifteen years, the demand
previous to that time being entirely for
Churches and Sunday Schools. The Eas-
ter trade of the present day has increased
to such an extent as to tax the most per-
fect system of management at this busiest
of all seasons."

"How do you manage to make room
for the extra stock at this time?"

"Well we have to manage the best we
can. We put a wide shelf up next the
walls of the greenhouse and pack the
palms closely together. These make a
good background tor the blooming plants.
Some of the hardier kinds we stow away
in our capacious cellar, 20x130 feet, and
it is a very valuable part of our establish-

ment at times like these. Wcalso arrange
blooming plants in the front of the store
and wherever we can find a place to set
them. In ordering our Eister stock we
arrange with the growers so as to have
a portion come in each day. Some plants
will keep nicely for a week but others,
notably hydrangeas, and particularly
genistas, want to be sold at once. Hy-
drangeas, if well grown and cared for,
will last fairly well, but for an early Eas-
ter they have to be forced so hard that
they are generally very soft, and of late
years the flowers seem to fall very quickly.
But the genista, no matter how well it is
grown, will lose color and close up its
flowers the second day. It is a pity too,
for it is one of the most salable plants
when well grown.

"I have often looked at our stock when
we had every available inch of room filled
up and thought of the wagon loads of
plants still to come, and then of the cut
flower department and the work to be
done there, and wondered how we would
ever be able to handle and deliver every-
thing satisfactorily and on time, but we
generally manage to get through all right.
The only wonder to me is that there are
not more mistakes, as we have to employ
a lot of extra helpers, many of them with
little or no knowledge of the business.
We divide our force up, some going to the
cellar to make up designs and put up or-
ders, others to sell plants, which as fast

as sold are packed in baskets, all orders
being sent out in this way, and then there
is no danger of getting the lots mixed up.
We always pick out the advance orders a
day or two ahead and set them away,
and then our salesmen are directed to try
to get the people who buy in the early
part of the week to have their purchases
sent at once and not kept until Saturday
as used to be the custom.

"Whenever possible we tie all the lily
flowers up with slips of tissue paper, as
they are so apt to be damaged in deliver-
ing. We find of late years a large increase
in the demand for cut lilies and we recom-
mend the cut blooms in preference to
plants whenever we can. They are so
much easier to handle, both for the grow-
ers and ourselves. As a rule cut lilies give
just as much satisfaction as thev do on
the plants. I should certainly recommend
florists to talk cut lilies at Easter.

"We had one counter this season on
which was kept a stock of flowers that
people could select from and carry away.
No orders were takfn here, such customers
being sent to another counter. We found
this plan to work well and it did not take
skilled help to manage it."

"Do you like your new refrigerator?"

"Yes, very much. We used to keep our
flowers in the vault under the pavement
but of late years the sewer and illuminat-
ing gas has managed to get in in spite of
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it. This shows oflf the flowers to advant-
age and we have the stock rig;ht here at
hand. It is 15 feet long, 3 feet 6 inches
deep. I wish it was 4 feet. It is 7 feet
high in the clear and room above this on
top for more than a ton of ice. There are
three compartments divided with glass
partitions that you can scarcely see, yet
in sliding the glass doors in one compart-
ment the cold air from the others cannot
escape. It uses about a ton of ice a week
and keeps the temperature from 40° to
50° according to the frequency with
which the doors are opened. I don't see
how anyone can get along withoutsome-
thing of this kind now, as people expect
more than they used to, and one must
keep up with the times. The electric light
which we can turn off and on with this
switchlightsupthe flowtrs nicely and is a
great addition, and best of all we find
that most all stock keeps better here than
anywhere we have ever had it. Every-
thing is put in jars or vates of water. It
shows to so much better advantage and
keeps just as well or better than when
laid in boxes or trays."

The accompanying views of the store
and show house were taken last Easter.
The store is 20x60 and the greenhouse in
rear, separated by glass partition, has
about the same dimensions, with an ad-
ditional house on top of stable in rear,
about 30x20. The top of the refrigerator
can be seen in the rear on the left of the
picture.

Chicago Parks.

WASHl.NGTO.N PARK.

The effects of the severe storm and low
temperature of the latter halfof last week
has been less ruinous than was at first
feared. As no actual frost occurred as far as
reported the damage done was caused by
the high winds. At the same time the
sudden check of a luxurious growth has
naturally had adecidedly damaging effect
on all outdoor vegetation. However a
few weeks of pleasant weather will prob-
ably repair all damage so far as trees and
shrubs are concerned.

After cessation of work for a week bed-
ding is pushed forward with redoubled
energy. This work had not progressed
very far previous to the storm. A number
of beds of geraniums and verbenas were
out, but these, aside from having their
bloom whipped off, appear little the worse
for tough usage. The large globe formed
of echevarias and oxalis, which is familiar
to til visitors to the park, had been placed
in position. The elevation on which it
rests had the full benefit of the gale and
it's a wonder the thing wasn't blown to
pieces, yet not a single plant was dis-
placed, although the echevarias on the
north and cast exposure have a shriveled
appearance atthccdgesof the leaves. The
vaws or urns surrounding the globe were
alfo out. Thc«c, by the way.nrearrnnged
very tastefully with the Hnme material as
that employed in the glolx;. I'rom an
.'fsthctic standpoint we may find little to
admire in arrangements of this kind, but
there is no doubt that it plea8<'R the mul-
titude, find this is a consideiation that
should ncvci l>c lost sight of Our public
pnrkH arc supported by public taxes, ;ind
their full share of the burden is borne by
the jxrople whose tastes are not educated
up to the |Hjint of appreciating the l)eau-
tica of Inndscaiie architecture that ap|)eal
to the cultured few. In view ol the fact
that these features of park ornnmenlalion
which arc often called "moiislrrisities"
have proved a great attraction to thous-
ands '>f visitors, Mr. 1'. Kanst, who so
ably manage! the affairi of the south

parks, has always devoted more or less
space to such arrangements, although
personally opposed to the practice. But
isn't it time to gradually draw away
from the old line and strike into the new
channel, more in harmony with advanced
ideas? In our desire to please we
shouldn't lose sight of the fact that the
higher mission of our public parks is that
of an educator. However, if it jars on
our nerves to look at a gates ajar of
plants we can turn away and find plenty
to admire where the most fastidious taste
will not be offended.

The greenhouses, hotbeds and cold-
frames are filled to their utmost capacity.
The number of plants required for plant-
ing these spacious parks and boulevards
is enormous, and to handle the vast
amount of material is no small job; yet in
a week or ten days we will find every-
thing in shape.

The present conservatory is altogether
inadequate for the needs of the park.
Many of the palms have outgrown the
room allotted to them. There isn't half
room enough to properly arrange or take
care of a host of valuable plants which
are crowded together now for want of
room. There is however a good prospect
for better facilities in the near future.

JACKSON PARK.

Jackson Park is now under the man-
agement of the South Park board again
and plans for its improvement are now
maturing, though at present the wooded
island, of World's Fair memory, is the
only spot that is receivine: any attention.

Our visitors last summer (and for that
matter we don't exclude our local talent
either) may not have been particularlj'
impressed with the grandeur and triumph
of horticulture at the Exhibition, but the
little island was one of its redeeming
features. Jt is a pity this couldn't have
been created a year earlier. As seen this
spring it is really a beautiful place. We
are pleased to learn from Mr. Kanst that
very few changes arecontemplated. Most
of the beds which contained exhibits are
turfed over and a number of walks will
be treated the same way later on.

The storms of last week did consider-
able damage to the borders skirting the
lagoons. The high winds from the north-
east drove the water from the lake into
the lagoons, raising them fully 3 feet
above their normal level, and many of the
shrubs and plants were washed out. Ow-
ing to the location of the surrounding
buildings, the northwest end caught the
full fury of the storm and many of the
trees are almost entirely denuded of fol-
iage. In other parts the damage is trif-
ling.

The Ivllwangcr and Barry collection of
ornamental trees and shrubs is nearly in-
tact and with the exception of liox, which
was winter killed, is in much finer shape
than last year. Fully one-half of the
large iK-ds containing Hydrangea p. grnn-
diflora are still here and promise a grand
show this summer. The borders arc gay
with a variety of hardy perennials, nota-
bly a<|uilegiaH, iris, geiims, pyretlirums,
phloxes in variety, and many other early
forms.

The rose garden, for the present at least,
will remain practically .-is originally laid
out. Mr. lyUcluchg, who had cli.irge of
the island last year, i^ back a^ain at his
old post under the present management.
The rose garden has always been Mr.
LuctHchg's particul.'ir pet. Some of our
last year's visitors may remember the
■ulphurouB state of the atmosphere sur-
rounding the same rose garden when the
water supply ran short at the height ol
the dry season. However, his tem|)er

will not be tried again this year, as ample
provisions will be made to avoid a recur-
rence of last year's experience.

The roses, by the way, are looking very
fine this spring. Most all of the diflerent
s:)rtscame through the winter in good
shape. Even such tender teas as Safrano,
Bon Silene, Perle des Jardins,Gloirede Di-
jon and others. One bed of Mrs. John
Laing and another of Marshall P. Wilder
came through in fine shape without the
least covering. Among others we note
the following that look the most promis-
ing: Jules Margottin, Gen. Jacqueminot,
Paul Neyron, La Reine, Baroness Roths-
child, Merveille de Lyon, etc. Of all the
varieties grown here Hermosa is the only
sort which is almost completely killed out.

The border of hardy perennials which
surrounds the rose beds looks better than
last year. But very little is in bloom yet.

Several beds of Azalea mollis are in fine
bloom. Those azaleas have wintered re-
markably well and appear very thrifty.
Rhododendrons too (having been carried
through the winter in cold sheds) look
quite well and are covered with buds
promising a fine show. Some of the poor-
est specimens, thought not worth the
saving, were left out all winter without
any protection whatever, and all are alive
and growing.

In tte Japanese garden at the north end
we also noticed some Azalea Indica which
were left in the ground all winter. These
plants, with few exceptions, are alive and
making growth.

Fern Notes.

GYMNOGRAMME.

It seems unfortunate that most of the
members of this genus are not such as
may be classed among trade ferns, their
fronds being too soft to bear much expos-
ure to the dry atmosphere of a dwelling.
This characteristic naturally rules them
out from among the available stock for
filling fern pans, though some of the hard-
est fronds can be used cut for certain pur-
poses with good effect, and will probably
last fully as long as some other material
that is used for this purpose.

The majority of thegymnogrammesare
not difficult to raise from spores, and are
also ([uite rapid growers, but require shad-
ing at all times except possibly during a
month or two in the depth of winter,
when such strong growing kinds as G.
decomposita and G. tartarea will suffer
little from full exposure.

The golden and silver ferns, so-called,
are among the most distinct and beauti-
ful varieties in cultivation, and make ad-
mirable exhibition specimens, among the
finest for this purpose being G. chryso-
pliylla Lauchcana, this producing large
and finely divided fronds of graceful out-
line, the crown of the plant and also the
under sides of the fronds being thickly
covered with bright yellow farinose pow-
der, and this becoming scattered over the
upper sides of the leavesalso gives the en-
tire plant ;i golden apoearance.

Another lovely variety in the golden
section is G. I'arsonsii, tliisheingacrested
form of <>. chiysophylla, also very much
covered with the farinose powder, while
the tassclcd tips of the fronds weigh them
ilown in a very graceful manner.

Perhaps the coinmoncst species among
the golden ferns is G. decomposita, the
(ronds of which .'ittain a length of two to
three feet, the footstalks being nearly up-
right and the leaves finely cut and arching
in luiliit.

'..decomposita is not <|uite so golden
as the preceding varieties, but still is dis-

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THE EASTER DISPLAY IN THE SHOW HOUSE IN REAR OF THE STORE OP PENNOOK BROS,. PHILADELPHIA.

tinctly covered with the powder on the
underside of the fronds, and being a rapid
grower it soon develops into a handsome
specimen.

Decidedly the finest of the silver leaved
section ot gymnogramme is G. Peruviana
argyrophylla, this being of compact
growth and very graceful habit , the fronds
finely divided and completely dusted over
with white powder like frosted silver.
This variety is best suited in a warm
house, and with enough shading on the
glass at all times to break the full force of
the sun, and in common withallthemem-
bers of this genus is not partial to water-
ing overhead, the variety in question be-
ing especially averse to such treatment.

G. tartarea is a more hardy variety of
the silver leaved type, and produces strong
fronds of nearly upright habit, dark green
on the upper side and covered with white
powder beneath. G. tartarea may be com-
pared in habit and hardiness with G. de-
composita, and like that species may be
well grown in a temperature ot 55° to 60°.

Another remarkably beautiful crested
variety is G. Wettenhalliana, though this
is also a rather tender one, requiring
warm house treatment in order to grow
freely, and also stroDgly objects to water-
ing over the foliage. In coloring the
fronds of G. Wettenhalliana seem to be in-
termediate between the golden and silver
leaved kinds, the farinose powder on its
fronds being of a sulphur color, and is

especially noticeable on the under side of
the fronds, the latter being long and
graceful and the tips much cut and tas-
seled.

G. sulphurea is another moderately
strong growing species, and of compact
habit, the under side of the fronds being
powdered with light yellow of the shade
indicated by the specific name. G. sul-
phurea is also most happy in a warm
house, and though long introduced is by
no means common in the average fern col-
lection.

G. schizophylla is one of the most dis-
tinct members of the family, and when
well grown is also one of the most beauti-
ful. As indicated by the name, the fronds
of this species are finely cut, in fact so
much so as to have quite a feathery ap-
pearance, and are displayed to advantage
when the plant is grown in a basket. An-
other peculiarity of G. schizophvUa is
found in the fronds being proliferous,
young plants being frequently procured
from the tips, but the farinose powder to
which reference has so frequently been
made in describing other species and vari-
eties is not so plentiful in this instance,
and is seldom noticed except in the crown
of this plant.

G. triangularis is probably the most
dwarf and hardiest of this genus, being a
native of Washington and Vancouver,
and throws up small green fronds of tri-
angular outline, the under side being freely

po wdered with yellow, the whole plant
being seldom more than six to eight
inches in height. W. H. Taplin.

A Judgment on Judges.

The little tilt between Mr. Ewing and
Mr. Stewart in recent issuesof the Ameri-
can Florist becomes interesting as these
two doughty champions of opposing
ideas warm up. The gallant Canadian
did not quite like the sly thrust of the
blue-blooded Yankee when the latter
hinted that perhaps it was because of
living under a monarchy that made a
man think the one-judge system the best.
Our monarchist was evidently too much
in earnest to notice the twinkle of the eye
which accompanied this little dig. But,
for all that it was said in fun, this remark
has considerable aptness in illustrating
the different standpoints of the different in-
dividuals. The American idea is that the
averagejudgment of the whole people isthe
only true guide, and the Republic is built up
on that foundation. To an American the
three-judge system at once appeals as the
correct thing, and anything that savors
of one man power is abhorrent. A Cana-
dian brought up under different condi-
tions would hold just the opposite opin-
ion. He says give me one good man and
I would rather trust his judgment than
any half dozen "duffers" you can bring
along. So there you are.

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May 31,

"There is one person that is always
more right than anybody, and that is
everybody" — so says Tallyrand. Very
good. But how about this: "The minor-
ity is always right," says Ibsen. Two
chunks of wisdom which may serve the
occasion — one for Boston, one for Canada,
and yet if the minority is right how soon
it will become a majority! And there you
are again. Touch the right button
and presto your minority is now a
majority.

Let me tell a little story. This little
story was imparted to me one summer
evening 4- or 5 years ago by no less a per-
son than Mr. David Beam, the gentle-
man who has been at the head of the
committee of arrangements of the Penn-
sylvania Horticultural society for the
past ten years, and who knows more
about the ins and outs and intricacies of
judging than he always cares to tell. We
were walking up to see the boys bowling
at the Mannerchor and Davy being in a
reminiscent mood got to talking of the
first big show held in Philadelohia in the
past decade. It was a great show, noth-
ing like it had been attempted before
either in Philadelphia, Boston or New
York. Well, at such an aggregation the
judges must be equal to the occasion of
course. For the plants and other im-
portant exhibits they seemed the greatest
experts then known in horticulture. They
happened to be Peter Henderson, John N.
May and John Thorpe. They got along
in their work swimmingly until they
came upon some entries for 6 foliage
plants. How many entries is immaterial.
They finally got down to two. Hender-
son and May said this one. Thorpe said
no, the other, and then they trotted back
totheother. and looked over them again.
This was repeated so often that Davy be-
gan to think, "goodness, this Thorpe
must be a wonder when hecan make these
two great lights defer in this wav."
Thorpe had not been much heard of in
these parts at that time. To the outsider
the Henderson and May lot certainly
looked the best, but Thorpe proved his
claim that they were not the best by
finally turning them out of the pots and
showing to his colleagues beyond a doubt
that the plants had no roots and were
not in health. And so ended the contro-
versy, which was an cye-opcnerto atleast
one on-looker, and he has held a high
opinion of John Thorpe's intimatcknowl-
edge of plants ever since. If on that oc-
casion there had only been Peter Hender-
Bon present according to the Canadian
idea, the wrong plants would certainly
have got the prize. Of course this is only
an instance, but it illustrates the point.
Donbtlcas there arc dozens of other cases
that could Ik- cited. The three-judge sys-
tem certainly works well in I'hiladelphia,
and wc arc all republican or democratic
enough to Ijclicvc that the system is
founded on lil>crty and indcitendence,
equality and justice. G. C Watson.

Philadelphia, May 13, 1894.

We trust that further discussion will be
ttrictly confined to the fjuestion of
whether the one judge or three-judge plan
is the best, taking everything into con-
siderntion. The American principle as we
understand it. is to secure the greiitcBt
good to the greatest numlwr, and our
Canadian friends are in (>erfect harmony
with that principle.

There is much to l)e said in favor of
cither system, and to our mind the ad-
vantages of each de|)cnd largely upon cir-
cumstances. .Mr. Watson's story can be
used ns an argument in favor of the one-
judge plan withc')ual force. If Mr. Thorjie

had been selected as the one judge he
wouldn't have had to argue the matter
with the other two gentlemen on the
committee, and if they had been egotists
instead of liberal minded men, they would
have over ruled the judgment mentioned.
As Mr. Watson says, "there you are
again."

We believe all will admit that really good
judges — men without prejudices, as well
as thoroughly familiar with the plants
or flowers to be judged-are scarce, and if it
is difiicult to secure one good judge, how
much more difficult it is to find three.
Three equally good judges ought to be
better than one alone, as points might be
observed by one that were overlooked by
the others. But unless three first-class
men are to be had, of what benefit is it to
have that number? With one good judge
and two doubtful ones there is a chance
of the good man being outvoted. If two
of them are first-class then the third one
is simply a cipher and absolutely useless.
But, if the judging must be done by men
of doubtful capacity then three might be
best, on the principle that you are more
apt to catch a fish in a large net than a
small one. However, no expense should
be spared in securing the services of men
of known capacity. And we agree with
Mr. Ewing that the judgment of one such
man is worth that ot half a dozen others.

The One Judge Plan.

The Worcester County Horticultural
Society has long used the "one judge sys-
tem" and after 8 or 10 years experience
with it the 3 or 5 judge plan has ceased
to be talked about. The society has three
judges of award, one for flowers, plants,
etc., one for fruits, etc., and one for veg-
etables, etc.

The New England Agricultural Society,
which has held its exhibitions in Worces-
ter, Mass., for the last few years, has
used the "one judge system" for four or
five years with entire satisfaction.

I will not burden your columns with
arguments. The one judge feels his re-
sponsibility and is always exceedingly
careful in his work. If mistakes arc made
he has no colleagues upon whom he may
shift the responsibility. F. A. Blake.

Rochdale, Mass.

Improving Carnations by Selection.

When a new carnation is introduced to
the trade and tins carnation has some
good qualities, such as free blooming,
good color and carlincss, I would not
condemn it on account of a few (jualities
that speak in its disfavor; for often they
can be eradicMlcd. For some years I have
grown Mrs. I'ishcr, a very good cariin-
tion as far as it went. It was ns white
as the driven snow, a profuse bloomer,
as early ns any, /iiid never a bit of riitit
have I seen on it during nil the years" 1
have grown it. All my neighboring flo-
rists des|)iRcd it. What are you growing
that thing for? they would ask gener
nllv. I told them I was growing it be-
cause I liked it. and if nobody wanted to
buy it, I would grow n few more for my
own amiiHcmcnl. I knew it liafi its draw-
backs, it would produce its flowers in

clusters, and the buds would be all near
the top. The flowers were very large, so
large in fact that they would most ridic-
ulously burst the calyx and spill all the
petals about. Nevertheless I planted a
number in pots, and to my astonishment,
when they came to flower the number of
buds to the stem had greatly diminished,
while those in the bench clustered the
same as ever. Occasionally I would see
one that would even keepthecalyx closed
and of course I would rob its stem at
once of its cuttings. By persistent selec-
tion I have a carnation that has all the
good qualities of the old Mrs. Fisher and
none of the bad ones, except the stem,
which is not quite as stiff as I wish it to
be, but I intend to master that too. Dur-
ing a recent illness I had a friend come to
see me. On a table were some of my fav-
orite Mrs. Fisher and also some of Grace
Wilder. Of course they attracted his at-
tention. Looking first at the white ones
heinquired; "Is that Silver Spray?" "No
my friend," I replied, "that is nothing
more or less than your much despised
Mrs. Fisher." "Mrs. Fisher buds too
much." "Don't condemn that innocent
flower without trial. There is Grace Wil-
der, said to be a perfect carnation, now
draw a flower off each, and then tell me
which has the least number of buds on."
He did so. Grace Wilder had three and
Mrs. Fisher two, but there were quite a
number of the latter that had none but
the terminal flower. My friend struck
sail and said he would try some more,
when I would be able to go out again.
Have others experimented in the same
line? Let us hear of it.
Branford.Conn. Charles Everding.

Imperfect Von Sion.

We herewith present a portrait of a
chap who is becoming entirely too com-
mon. His features are easily recogniza-
ble. If we could also produce the color it
wonld be mainly green; here and there an
occasional yellow petal that has man-
aged with a hard struggle to stand out in
its true color. Any one who has forced
Von Sion of late years will have no diffi-
culty in recognizing the rascal.

Is it any wonder that the grower, find-
ing himself left with nothing to show for
his good money and his months of care
and attention excci)ting a lot of abortive
useless rubbish, is inclined to give vent to
his disappointment and anger in words
more expressive than polite? For
although he is in no manner responsible
for the failure yet every oneof those bulbs
must be paid lor, and in the present con-
dition of the bulb forcing industry it does
not take much of this waste to offset any
possible profit.

As to the cause of the trouble; many ex-
perienced growers do not hesitate to as-
sert that the (kf'cctivc l)iill)S !ire grown
mainly in Italy, Southern IVance and to
a lesser extent in England, .-ind that
genuine Holland grown l)ull)saretheonly
stock that can be depended upon to pro-
duce perfect blooms.

Whatever foundation there may be for
this claim it is undoubtedly true that
there is no varietal diflcTeiuc in tl ebull)S,
but tli.'it the soil in wliicli thcv ;uegr<)wn
.uid tlitir condition wluii li.irvesicd arc
at the bottom of the trouble, lor Italian
grown bulbs, if|ilante(l a season or two
in Holland before exporting, come out all
right.

It seems almost superfluous for us to
caution our l)iill) lorctrs to be careful in
their purchnscH of bulbs for the coining
season ami by all nu-.-ins to avoid buying
Von Sion that are offered cheap or with-

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out some assurance as to their origin,
and it should be equally unnecessary for
us to warn our foreign friends that there
is a limit to even American patience, and
that persisting in the reckless methods
recently practiced they will very soon
have no American market to worry
about.

Narcissus Buds Blasting.

Please permit me to inquire of the read-
ers of your valuable paper why my nar-
cissus seem to blast or wither in the flower
bud and not mature their flowers, while
others growing alongside seem to do well.
The above are growing outdoors. A.

The reason why narcissus come blind is
considerable of a puzzle to gardeners.
The matter has been pro'd and con'd in
the horticultural press, especially in that
of Great Britain, a good deal and many
experts have had their say and aired their
opinions, but the matter still remains
about where it was. Narcissus poeticus
seems to be the worst oflfender in this re-
spect. A change of soil and location might
produce good results. A rather deep and
somewhat stiff soil suits the narcissus
best and if somewhat shaded from the hot
sun so much the better. W.

Foreign Notes.

"^he Journal des Orchidees for May con-
tains a complete list of the species and
varieties of cypripediums now in cultiva-
tion. The list covers seventeen pages,
and 84 varieties of insigne alone are given.

At the sale of Mr. Geo. Hardy's orchid
collection recently about $15,000 was

realized for 520 lots. A superb plant of Cat-
tleya MossiaeHardyana brought $825, C.
Mendellii, Quorn House variety, $750, and
a superb plant of Cattleya Skinneri alba,
$750. The proceeds of the sale showed
that fine specimen orchids are not losing
ground by any means.

Philadelphia.

Such a week of wet weather has not
been experienced for many months, if not
years; it was rain all day, then all night,
then again the next day, without any let
up. It really seemed as if it never would
stop. It cleared up Friday night, but
rained again Saturday afternoon, so as
to make a week of it. While the storm
caused a great deal of inconvenience, that
was almost the extent of the damage, ex-
cept in a few instances. In the neighbor-
hood of Bryn Mawr several establish-
ments were damaged by hail, Henry G.
Standen to the amount of $170, Mr.
Campbell lost about $250, and James
Kent at Ardmore, near by, lost from $300
to $500. There was no insurance on any
of this glass. A number of private places
in the vicinity also suffered to a consider-
able extent.

E. Metcalf of Norristown was reported
in the daily press to have lost his entire
establishment; this proved to be a much
exaggerated report. His place was close
to the Schuylkill river, which, overflow-
ing its banks, did do him considerable
damage, but only to the extent of $100.
The statement, however, led his brother
craftsmen to write letters of sympathy
with him in his great loss, offering assist-
ance in various ways. From these letters
Mr. Metcalf found that his misfortune
had touched the hearts of his business as-

sociates, and had he suffered to such an
extent they were willing to help him bear
his loss, and would do all in their power
to get him on his feet again, all of which
must have given him a greater faith in
human nature.

With the trade in and about the city
much inconvenience was caused by water
in the stoke-holes, which made it impossi-
ble to keep the fires going. We have
heard of a number of pumps purchased,
which may not be needed again in a dec-
ade. Coming as it did right in the height
of the bedding-out season it interfered
greatly with this work, and had a very
bad effect on the stock in the houses.
Geranium flowers were transformed into
a ball of mould, while the bottom leaves
were also badly affected. Other flowers
suffered in like manner, and the houses
the latter part of the week looked any-
thing but inviting. With cut flowers it
was much the same, and the stock offered
each morning by the growers presented a
very forlorn appearance, but as it was all
alike the dealer had to do the best he
could with it. As business was also very
bad, partly on account of the weather,
and the natural decline, which seems to
have set in very early this season, there
was enough for all demands.

Prices are about the same as last week,
but with a declining tendency. There are
lots of pffionies about, and they seem to
sell well at 75 cents to $1 a dozen. It's
an ill wind that blows nobody good, and
in the absence of sun to take the color
out of Daybreak carnation it has been
coming with an ideal color, which cer-
tainly adds to its selling qualities. Gar-
denias are now coming from the south,
and bring $5 to $6 per hundred.

Messrs. Harris and Craig have had to
postpone their sales in Boston and New
York till next week, on account of the de-
lay in movement of trains, owing to
flooded tracks. The plants had all been
packed in cars, but had to remain in the
station, as it was impossible to move
freight of any kind.

Messrs. Z. De Forest Ely & Co. have
their window fixed up in a very attract-
ive manner for Decoration Day. The seed
men all report having had a very good
counter and local business, but report the
shipping and mail trade not at all up to
the mark.

Mr. E. Towell, late with Edwin Lons-
dale, has gone into business on his own
account at Gwynedd. He is erecting two
houses, which are to bedevoted to carna-
tions, mostly Grace Battles, H. Keller,
and other choice varieties. He will also
act as foreman for Mr. Redfield of same
place. K.

Mr. J ohn Westcott looks rosy and happy
and says he likes the growing business
immensely. He does a large wholesale
business in bedding plants. English ivies,
Ampelopsis Veitchi, and honeysuckles are
three ot his specialties, and he handles
more of these probably than any other
establishment in this neighborhood. He
has also a house of palms in fine condi-
tion and another of crotons which for
quality and variety would be hard to
match. His new geranium is now in fine
shape and is worth going a long way to
see. He has not decided on a name for it
yet, but thinks of calling it the "Laurel
Hill." It's a beauty. The electric cars on
Ridge avenue now run past Mr. Westcott's
place. One can now get there quickly for
one fare without changing. It is a great
convenience for visitors but may tax
John's patience a little by bringing too
many, for all know his hospitable nature

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May 31,

and like to drop in on him. The latch
string is always out at Laurel Hill.

The old Cursham place at Grecnmount
cemetery is now owned and occupied by
Mr. Edward I. O'Xeil.whois working en-
ergetically to get the establishment and
the stock into proper shape for doing the
big trade that this fine location warrants.
He is ably seconded in his labors by his
foreman, Mr. Robert Lockerbie, a young
man well known in this city from his hav-
ing been so long at Robert Craig's place.
Bedding plants for spring sales is the
mainstay, but some Easter stock will be
grown also. One large house (150 feet)
is now being planted with roses. Another
one, 100 feet will be filled with carna-
tions. The other three houses will be
used f.ir miscellaneous stock.

Mr. Harry Waterer, with Mrs.Waterer
and family, leave for Europe [une 2.

Mr. Chas. D. Ball keeps cheerful on the
palm business outlook. He says he has
done more than ever before the past year
and has not felt the depression except in
somewhat lower prices. He will drop
lilies and other "flying"crops this coming
season and devote more space to palms.
Dennison Bros, say the bedding plant
business is poor up to this date(middleof
May) there being fewer buyers and lower
prices. A couple of weeks of good trade
(which is likely) will change that tired
feeling.

Mr. Edwin Lonsdale, as president of
the Florists' Club, has his hands full just
now with steering the crowd in the direc-
tion of the convention at .\tlantic City.
His bewitching smile is getting broader '
than ever, especially when he wants to
put one upon some of his endless com-
mittees or sub-committees. He has
also a grin of an even more
ecstatic hue when anyone mentions
"Helen Keller," and one peculiar thing
about that is that everybody seems to be
glad that he struck it good. Successgen-
erally excites lots of envy and other dis-
agreeable features, but the "Duke" seems
to have the happy faculty of finding "an
entrance out" of all such troubles.

Mr. David Beam is always cautious
about endorsing a novelty and was never
known to get enthusiastic or to give any-
body a testimonial. He is now scratch-
ing bis old head and wondering what the
"Helen Keller man" will do next. Mr.
Beam's carnations have done much bet-
ter than he expected. The outlook early
in the season was anything but bright.
R0SC8 have been better than previous sea-
son, but then— there'8///?^nV« thisyear.
Beauties, what few he had, did well and
more space will be devoted to them next
year.

[ohn Haubcrt keeps jolly a« ever, and
has nothing to complain about. Hcsays
bii Easter trade at the store he hired on
Ridge avenue wfis away beyond his ex-
pectations.

Geo. Anderson keeps struggling and
wrestling with the i|uestion — why will
these fellows cut prices? And why don't
the store men's customers get the Ixmcfit
of a cut when a cut is made? And ho win
thunder do these icilows that cut manage
to pay their bills? It is a good thing (or
the trade that there are one or two old
Rtandhyn like (icorgc, whf) send in good
stufTand stiffen the backbone of the mar-
ket. Anybody can cut prices but it takes
a mighty smart fellow to put them up a
notch. This price ciucstion and the pro-
blem of who of the horde of aspiring a.\y-
plicants are to lie the Philadelphia team
in the iKjwIing contest at Atlantic City,
are two interesting and difficult subjc-cts
that keep George on the ruminating
bcDcb, and the latter promises to develop

for him a halcyon and vociferous time be-
fore all hands are convinced that the se-
lections are just right.

The fame of our alert and rising young
genius on 12th street (H. H. Battle's) has
reached the confines of New York. He
had an important commission there this
week. If it wasn't for the rush of busi-
ness here in this driving town our florists
might have time to attend to the New
York trade a little better. The New York
public have our full sympathy under these
distressing circumstances; but these little
outlving villages cannot expect every-
thing.

Mr. Geo. E. Fancourt, of Wilkesbarre,
was a recent visitor in Philadelphia. He
seems to be making a go of the rose grow-
ing and says he will take a trip across the
water next month. That is one evidence
of prosperity certainly. But we can't all
have cheap coal. W.

St. Louis.

The cold snap and late frost as noted in
last week's notes was more extended, and
of greater intensity than appeared at that
time. The severe northwest wind accom-
panying the cold seems to have aggra-
vated the effects. The damage done gar-
deners was heavy.early tomatoes, melons
and other garden crops being severely
pinched, and in some cases killed out-
right. About the time the gardeners were
becoming reconciled to the frost's visit,
those in the southern part of the city
were called upon to bear another visita-
tion of providence in the shape of a hail
storm. While nothing like as severe as
the one visiting the same locality last
season, the lateness of its appearance
caused it to do as much damage, a great
quantity of plants being so bruised and
cut to pieces as to be worthless. Loss fell
also upon the florists having stock out-
side in thissection.

Stock has been scarce, and of very in-
ferior quality. All rose growers seem to
be affected with bad cases of mildew, and
stock is unsightiv as a consequence.
Sweet peas have been in most demand,
and have been in short supply, selling at
$1.00 per 100. Trade has been rather
quiet, nothing much being expected until
school commencements begin.

In visiting Siuth St. Louis a call was
made at Mr. Fillmore's, and the genial
Frank found as full of jokes as ever. His
three-quarter span rose house that has
been in carnations all winter is still look-
ing fine and throwing good flowers, par-
ticularly of Albcrtini, Daybreak and Mc-
Gowan. Frank finds McGowan the best
white, although some Silver Spray are
grown. lie expects by proper attention
and care to keep the jilants going during
the summer, and to cut good flowers al-
most up to the time to replant. Mr. I'lll-
morc is noted as a lover of new varieties
of plants, and the novelties are given a
trial by him as soon as |)OSsible. .\mong
the fuchsias tried in the past several years
he has been most impressed with one
called Little Beauty. Its chief merit lies
in its dwarf growth .-iiirl profusion of
bloom, which Hells it on sight. 'IVailc has
proved much belter willi him than the
first part of the se.-ison promised; he esti-
mates the falling off by the time the sea-
son closes at about 107".

Mr. Schray, in the same vicinity, was
, also called upr)n and everything found ns
neat as usual. Several fine batches ()f
I'andanus utilis, hydrangeas and fuchsias
were noted, as well as one Ii-iuhc devoted
to flowering begonias, which was a beau-
tiful display. Carnations wire found in
good sha|)C. Among reds he finds Senti-

nel the best and will increaseits planting.
Mr. Schray has practised for the last few
years the planting of his small carnations
in the benches where they are to stand
during the winter, and is so well satisfied
with the results that nothingcould tempt
him to change to the old method of field
planting and lifting. It is understood,
however, that the sash are taken from
the houses and the plants are virtually
outside.

A fine lot of petunias were noted, both
double and single, raised from home
grown seed; the fertilizing was carried on
under glass and the resulting crop was
exceptionally good, both in percentage of
double flowers and in markings. Some
roses in 4-inch pots, intended for the
planting of their rose house, were in fine
shape and doubtless will be heard from
during the chrysanthemum show.

The hail which visited thissection broke
about 200 lights for Mr. Schray and about
50 for Mr. Fillmore.

The fifth series of games between the
teams composing the Bowling Club, has
come to an end and both the "highest in-
dividual," and the "highest average"
medals go to Mr. Kuehn, who takes the
former with the low score of 2'12, and
the latter with the creditable average
of 204 for the twelve games. The next
best averages arejules Benecke with 177,
and Arthur Ellison with 173, for twelve
games each. Good scores were made by
the following members: Jules Benecke,
225: John Young, 232; Will Young, 222;
C. Roper, 214, Lawson and Emil Schrav,
?04each; Arthur Ellison, 201.

At the meeting held on the 26th it was
decided, in view of the fact that the poorer
bowlers had no show for the medals, to
institute a system of handicaps which
would allow so many pins to a member
for each game played, and thus give him
some encouragement; so handicaps were
allowed of from 5 to 40pins, accordingto
the member's ability as ascertained from
the averages in the last five series. The
teams were also rearranged, and with the
handicaps allowed the contests promise
to be Hvelv. R. F. T.

New York.

Decoration Day demands, a full week of
cold stormy weather, and the effect of the
replanting of houses now going on have
made roses quite scarce, and there is no
lack of customers for every rose that
comes in, although prices do not run over
two and three dollars i)er hundred for
average stock. The m.iin supply at the
34th street market now-a-days consists
of outdoor stock such as snow-balls,
piconies, irises, etc., and the cheaper
grades of indoor stock. There is a fair
demand for all just at present. Some
very fine lilacs from up North are coming
in and bring almost winter figures. Car-
nations are getting small. They run from
75 cents to $1.2r) as quoted in advance
for Decoration Day.

Indications of summer stillness begin to
crop out in the wholesalers' ([uarters.
The morning's trade isquickly disposed of
and with the exception of those unfortun-
ates whose job it is to fill out Iheconsign-
ment slips as fntisfnctorily ns possible,
there is little left for anyone to do during
the balance of the day, and one can al-
most hear the euchre deck rustling and
the checkers jumping round in the box
where they have been stored all winter,
impatient to get started at their summer
frolic. Hut before the dead season is due
there ought to be a lively session in June
and all arc longing for an old fashioned

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spell of weddings and commencement
gaiety.

Herman Rolker has established himself
at 218 Fulton street, where he expects to
build up a business in specialties. Fran-
cis' new stemming device and barbed
glazing points are his leaders now and
other meritorious articles will be added
later on.

The auction sales lack much of the snap
of former seasons and prices are obtained
with difficulty, fancy greenhouse stock
suffering especially. "Postponed on ac-
count of the floods in Philadelphia" was
the somewhat lamentable outcome of the
promised sale of palms, etc., on May 24,
from the celebrated Philadelphia grow-
ers, but the flood subsided and the great
event finally came off on May 31.

Frank Traendly and Charlie Schenck
have started in the wholesale flower busi-
ness as Traendly & Schenck, with head-
quarters for the present at 910 Broad-
wa3'. Charlie has been for a long time in
the employ of J. K. Allen.

The florists at Yonkers are looking for
protection from the itinerant flower and
plant venders from New York, and have
petitioned the common council to raise
the license fee of dealers from out of town.

W. H. Siebrecht of Astoria and Chas.
Schwake of New York sailed for France
on Saturday, 26th inst. Willie had a good
time saying good-bye at the Market.

Strangers in town: J. C. Vaughan,
Chicago, and J. W. Elliott of Pittsburgh,
Pa. Mr. Elliott has been attending to
landscape work at Narragansett Pier,
R.I.

Chicago.

At the last meeting of the Florist Club
the matter of a meeting place for the fu-
ture was well thrashed out. The trustees
were finally empowered to make a selec-
tion from among the trade places who
had offered quaiters free. It was also de-
cided that at the next meeting, which
will be held in the new quarters, there
should be a good old fashioned supper
with corn-cob pipe accompaniment. It
was also decided that several members of
the club be invited to come prepared to
speak at the supper, and it is probable
that the matter of park management will
receive some pretty vigorous discussion.

Supt. Pettigrew of Lincoln Park has
been asked to send in his resignation, but
acting upon the advice of his friends he
will not resign and will force the board
to go upon record as removing him if
they care to go to that extreme.

Mr. Altgeld has at last done one sensi-
ble thing. He has appointed Mr. Edw.
G. Uihlein one of the commissioners of the
West Park Board. Mr. Uihlein is a well
known citizen, and furthermore is thor-
oughly conversant with horticultural
matters. He is one of the vice-presidents
of the Horticultural Society of Chicago.
We are glad to at last be able to congrat-
ulate Gov. Altgeld on one of his actions.

The sudden scarcity of stock last week
led to a sharp advance in prices, affecting
every line, and roses and carnations in
paiticular. The weather remaining cold
after the great change of the week previ-
ous was undoubtedly the main cause of
the shortage, although partly owing,
also, to the fact thatagood many houses
are being pulled up and replanted with
young stock.

Much of the rose stock sent in now is
badly mildewed and almost worthless, and
for this reason a number of houses have
been thrown out, which it was intended to

have kept running through June if they
had been in condition. The grower, how-
ever, who didn't neglect his houses and
kept the fires up, is in clover. The retail
boys on the other hand are not particu-
larly elated at the state of affairs. While
the wholesale price of flowers has doubled
in nearly every class, business with them
remains as dull as ever.

Decoration Day, which will have come
and gone before these notes will go to
press, is not looked forward to with any
great expectation by our city dealers.
The extra demand, if there be any, is
mostly for the cheaper grade of flowers,
with little profit to the dealer. Stock,
however, of such outdoor varieties as are
generally to be had at this season of the
year in great profusion are either already
gone out of bloom, such as lilac, tulips,
narcissus, etc., or else much damaged by
the storm, as snow-balls and spiraeas.

Paeonies and irises are about the only
outdoor flowers to be had, exceptinggar-
denias, which are received in great quan-
tity (rom the south. These flowers, ordi-
narily a great drug in the market, are at
present, owing to scarcity in white, in
quite a lively demand.

Paeonies have taken a sudden jump from
25 to 35 cents per dozen to 75 cents to $1.
The quality is only fair to medium, re-
ceived as yet mostly from outside points,
excepting "old reds." The bulk of our
home grown stock will be in in about a
week.

Regular Decoration Day prices went
into effect as quoted elsewhere on May
27, although the market ruled firm at
nearly the same figures the latter part of
last week.

The blue corn flower has made its ap-
pearance and sells readily at 50 cents a
100.

T. J. Corbrey has returned from his Cal-
ifornia trip.

Recent visitors: H. C. Neubrand, rep-
resenting F. R. Pierson Co.; A. Dimmock,
representing F. Sander & Co.;J. S. Tap-
lin, representing C. H. Joosten; J. A.
Evans, of Quaker City Machine Co.; Rev.
W. T. Hutchins, Indian Orchard, Mass.

Toronto.

We have had "some showers" (as Old
Probs put it) here lately. One shower
lasted nearly a hundred hours, which
was of longer duration than any which
have been before recorded since Canada
was a country. Needless to say that the
ground is a little wet and that outdoor
operations are almost at a standstill.
The weather is still very unsettled and
lesser showers keep putting in an appear-
ance. One of the papers remarked that
it was not often one had the chance of
"four days of solid liquid enjoyment" free
of cost.

I send you herewith some of the most
interesting points of the lecture given by
Professor Panton to our association a
week or two ago. The professor has also
sent me some further hints by letter
which may beof service. "Fungoid pests
of the carnation have been very success-
fully treated by spraying the plants with
one-half ounce sulphide potassium in a
grjion of water; spray weekly. For one
form of blight, the true rust, known by
plump, gray blisters upon the leaves,
no specific remedy is yet found. If a
plant is badly affected with this there is
little hope of curing it. All diseased parts
should be removed and burned, and in
bad cases the whole plant. Healthy
plants may be kept so by spraying with
some of the copper salts; this prevents the

germination of the spores. Some one
might try a solution of copper carbonate,
three ounces of copper carbonate dis-
solved in ammonia; it will likely take
about two pints, and add 25 gallons of
water. Whatever quantity is required
will be based on this proportion. If too
strong add more water. Violet rust is
only overcome by careful handling and
changing the location of the plants. As
far as possible destroy affected plants.
Some one might try sulphide of potas-
sium as for carnations. Free use of salt
is a remedy against the minute worms
(nematodes) in the soil. These some-
times injure violets very much. Rotation
of crop must be also followed. In all
fungoid diseases destroy by fire all af-
fected material as far as possible, for it is
full of spores. Try spraying with copper
salts or sulphide of potassium to prevent
spore germination." Professor Panton
has promised to give us a lecture on
"The flower and its use" shortly.

Last Saturday the market was fairly
jammed with plants in flower and out of
flower, herbaceous and annual. The de-
mand was good, but prices ruled low.

Tne Agricultural Department of On-
tario has started a most excellent ar-
rangement at the Agricultural College,
Guelph, whereby teachers of public schools
can spend their summer vacation there
for merely the cost of their board and at
the same time take a course of practical
lectures and field notes on botanical, en-
tomological, geological, etc. subjects,
with a view to the impartingsuch knowl-
edge to the school children during the
term. This seems to be a splendid idea if
the teacher can make the subjects simple
and interesting, and it might in time have
the effect of reducing the necessity of the
injunctions so often seen in public parks
and gardens, "Keep off thegrass,""Don't
walk on the flower beds," "Don't pick
the flowers." "No dogs allowed," etc.,
etc. At present many people have an im-
pression that these are only mottoes got
up by officious superintendents to save
themselves trouble and annoyance, but it
only needs a little common sense instruc-
tion given to children in an interesting
manner (they do so like to know the why
and wherefore of everything) to make
them understand that the flowers, grass
and trees are for the benefit of all and not
for their own individual selves to wearor
wantonly destroy. Prevention is better
than cure, and teacherscan do more good
than the police court. E.

Boston.

At the time of writing. Decoration Day
preparations are at their height, and the
peculiar conditions pre vailing in this most
remarkable season have so completely
puzzled both growers and dealers that
the effect is almost equivalent to a panic.
Carnations have jumped to $2.50 and
$3 per hundred and even at that growers
are loth to let them go lest they may
thus miss a further advance. Roses are
in the same condition. Nothing short of
$8 per hundred is obtainable. But the
snowballs, double hawthorns and wei-
gelias are in full bloom out of doors and
there are large quantities of rhododen-
drons obtainable, and the inflated prices
are in no means certain to hold. Dried
flowers and metal goods in every con-
ceivable form and design are in all the
florists' windows in quantity, and their
sale is likely to be largely increased by
the sudden advance in cut flower prices.
At Horticultural Hall on May 26, first-
class certificates of merit were awarded to
> F. Sander & Co. for foliage plant Strobi-

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The American Florist.

M^y 31^

lanthes Dyerianus, to Rea Bros, for As-
tilbe Chinensis, a pretty species, soft pink
in color, and to James Comley for Hy-
drangea "Benigakee," a species which he
brought from Japan; the flowers are
white delicately shaded with pink and the
edges of the petals serrated. Mr. Comley
also showed a hardy whiterhododendron
with enormous truss of flowers, which he
has named Mrs. Cleveland. Hybrid aqui-
legias from H. H. Cowing, pansies from
L. F. Searerand hardy herbaceous flow-
ers from J. W. Manning and Rea Bros,
were shown in profusion and were ad-
mired by a large crowd of visitors. N. T.
Kidder exhibited a collection of perfect
calceolarias in S-inch pots.

The auction sale of palms from W. K.
Harris was postponed from May 26 to
May 29 on account of delay in trans-
porting the goods.

Mr. Geo. Sykes, from Hitchings & Co.
is in town.

Pittsburgh.

There has been quite a demand for
plants the last week, both for bedding and
for decoration. Good geraniums are
scarce; only fair plants fetch $1 per doz.
Cut flowers for the past week have been
in great demand and not plentiful. For
the past week most of the retail stores
have been taxed to the utmost. Saturday
(26th) the leading stores had not enough
flowers left for a buttonhole bouquet.

Last Monday witnessed the twin city
in holiday attire for the Conclave. There
have been many decorations at the Alvin
theater, but this one far surpassed them
all. In front of the building were the dif-
ferent Templaremblems. In the center of
the archway there was a floral emblem of
the Knights, consisting of a Maltese cross
in yellow immortelles and mounted with
a crown and cross in purple flowers while
the legend "In hoc signo vinces" appeared
on the four arms of the cross. There was
a prolusion of evergreen, with palms and
ferns almost hiding the interior. Inside
the hallway there was only room enough
for two to walk abreast, the remainder
of the space being taken up with banks of
palms and flowering plants beautifully ar-
ranged and interspersed with colored
electric lights. The art gallery was also
beautifully decorated and festooned with
smilax. The decoration of the archway
opening from the hall to the promenade
lobby was a fine piece of workintheshapc
of a draped curtain made ol maiden hair
ferns.

The Monongahela House was also
beautiful. The hallway on the first floor,
the stairway and the corridors were lined
with plants, while the dining room took
on nearly the same dress as on Grant's
birthday, the occasion of the American
Club Banquet.

The Central Hotel was decorated in an
artistic manner, also .Vewell's Hotel. The
Masonic Hulls of Pittsburgh and Alle-
gheny were also elaborately done. Most
all of the decorations were by Messrs. Ivl-
liott & riam and A. M. and J. B. Mur-
doch. But from what I can hear all of
the florists had a share, as hundreds of
bouquets were prcs<-ntcd to the ladies by
the diffi-rcnt Sir Knights.

The Victorias rcgia and Kandl arc now
in bloom at Schcnicy Park. A. J. E.

San Francisco.

At n meeting of the State J'lornI Soci-
ety, Thurs<lny, May 24-, Kev. W. T.
Hutchinr, of Massachusetts, who has
been Sfiending three or four weeks on the
coast in the interests of sweet \xix grow-

ers, and who has made a very thorough
inspection of the various farms devoted to
this industry in difierent parts of the state,
gave the society an exceedingly interesting
talk, occupying nearly two hours and
supplying much careful and exact data in
connection with growing, roguing and
purifying the various kinds given, and
splendid opportunity was afforded to the
speaker to illustrate his points, from the
fact that over sixty named kinds were on
exhibition, grown only as California soil
and climate is able to produce these mag-
nificent flowers. Mr. Hutchins expressed
his delight and surprise at the remarka-
ble perfection in size and color attained
by the sweet peas on this coast, contrast-
ing strongly with those grown in his
own home in Massachusetts.

Business is very dull in San Francisco
now. The Chinamen are running all over
the city and selling flowers at ruinous
prices.

Robert Armstrong, for years with the
growing department of the Sunset Seed
Co., resigned his position lately.

Mr. Lynch, of the Menlo Park Nurse-
ries, is reported seriously ill with rheuma-
tism. We all hope for his speedy recov-
ery.

W. T. Hutchins, the great authority on
sweet peas, is now here inspecting the
fields of our large growers, and is de-
lighted with them.

Wm. Robertson has started in business
again in the California market.

W. D. E.

Alton, III.— Edw. C. Paul intends to
go into business here next fall and is plan-
ning to build a range of greenhouses this
summer.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

AdvertlBementa under this head will be inserted at
the rat« uf 10 cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant adrs. not
admitted under this head.

SITUATION WANTEf>-By young woman to learn
O Keneral KreenhoUBc wurk; Wisconsin ur nelKlihor-
InK states preferred. Addrews

Ml.'<S MIHU.M JEIVETT, Spart«, Wis.

SITUATION WA.NTKl) -Bya youuK mun, age 2:>. as
Keneral jfreenhouse asslMtant: 4 years' experience.
'I'horouKhly rellaltle and sober. Address

KllANK. care Amcrlciiii Klorlat. Cblcuco.

SITUATION WANTK1)-By competent florist and
O Kardener open for enndifement. flease kIvc full
particulars In answer. A<lareHH

\VM 1! K '.lOH uprlnB fiiirden St.. Philadelphia. Pa.

SITUATION WANTKK -lly slnide <;tTman. axe ■.'7,
O as xn.'enhouMc iisblsuint rjn private or conimercljii
place: ;i years experience. (Jood references. St. [.oijls
preferred. (IK, care Amerlam l-lcirlst.

SITUATION WANTKl) -lly a second man, coinn.cr-
O clal or private place. Well cxperlenceil iili-o In
landscape cardenlriK. WaKcs moderale. Mest rider-
enccs. KM 11. bif. Harrison Ave.. Itoston. .Muss.

(jrrrATIli.X WANTKH a reliable iniin, slnule. ane
O n, know about Ilr,w.T and vegetable tfardenlntf.
<;ot)d ndlker anrt p(iuHr\ man; wish slluntloti with a
respectable man. AdilrcMM ri.iiii'ii.

care T. WltlllK. KrontSt., .Marietta. ().

orilATKlN WANTKIi lly .luly Isl, as worklnx
O foreman cm private or retail comnierclal pliice:
has iMioii head man for .Mr. Coles for past U months;
slnKle. West preferred. Address

Kl.oHIBT. care W. W. Coles. Kokomo, Inil.

OITIIATIO.V WA.Vll'.li \\y cipcrlcricil man as
k 1 workltiif fon-Motn In n-liilj cuironcrr' al (•stabPsb-
ment. Well posted In roses, i;artiutlorm. clirtsantbe-
iniims. bullis, palms, ferns and all the re<|Ulremi<nlH
for supplylMK a llistchisa store. Address, with all
particulars. II. SriM kiMl. care WHsliIre llros ,
i^M Hherbrooke St.. Montreal.

«,JITIIATI<)N WANTKIi Hy slnide Koifllshman: yi
\l months In this ciinirv; Zl yearn' experience In 1
leadlnil (iiinHTlfsnnd lendlnv private* sriil commen-lal
places In Kniiland und Cbannid Islands orchids a
NtMNialty. stove and vrei-nlMiiise pinnts, roses, carna-
tions. vIoU'U. 4-hrysjiiitlicmunis. etc. : has also h -d *'X-
umsivu experience in landscaiat work. St4*nily nnil
itotwr: un'iuestionable ri-rerunc4m; stjite waves.

r. I' v;w. V'w Mrondway. .New ^■orll city.

AVAN'IKK TO ItK.NI' CIIKAP (lre(>rdiouse with
^^ store A'IdM'ss 7:^ H. Weslerti Ave , ( blcaifo

ANTKIi IIKATKII- Hmall, s. lid baml hoi

water. Illtchtnus pmferriMl A'blrcHs

KK. lliil.K. Uentrtcv, Nob.

WANTBD-Hot water boiler, medium size. Upright
preferred. Second-hand. Address

D. C. Noble, Columbia City, Ind.

WANTED— Greenhouse assistant: youDgman.some
e-xperlence, t^ood habits. State wages with board.
Commercial place. Address

Geo. S. Beldi.ng. Mlddletown, N. Y.

T\7 ANTED— Working foreman who can grow flrst-
T T class cut flowers and plants, for store and retail
trade. Good place and liberal Inducements to capa-
ble man. J. tj.A:MMAGE & Sons, London. Ont.

WANTKD-A good all-round man to grow roses,
carnations, violets and general plants: knowl-
edge of mushroom growing preferred. Apply, stating
wages e.x-pected. to

S. J. Wedden, box 002, Belleville, Cm.

WANTEt>— A single man experienced In growing
cut tlowers and general greenhouse work: none
but a sober, industrious man. one willing to work and
giving good references, need applv; stat« amount of
wages wanted. Lewis Uli.hicii, Tlrtin, Ohio.

WANTED-A PARTNBR-To join me growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a llrst-class open
Ing for the right man.

WiLFKED A. Brothekton, Rochester, Mich.

OR SALE CHEAP-Large second-hand florist's Ice
Box, value about $75. Vaughan's Seed Store,
88 State Street, Chicago.

F

F

OR SALE— A valuable florist establishment in
good location. Address

Lock Box 802, Washington, Iowa,

F

W

lOR SALE— 2 lartre Bay Trees, round heads. 7 feet
broad, VI to 14 feet htph. Shown at World's Fair,
VArouAN's Sekd Stiike. Chicago.

TO KENT- Large window with half store front In
lunch room at 271 State St. Chicago. One of the
best places for a retail business In the city.

FOR SALE— $5t)0 win buy the nicest little florist es-
tablishment In the city, Hrst-class location; come
and see for yourself.

J. A. LE9NER, 3Jii EastSSd St., Chicago.

FOU SALK CHEAP-Large. new hard wood and
glHBR florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.
Cost $250. Vaughan's Seed Store,

m; & 1-18 West Washington St., Chicago.

FOR RENT— A flrst-class commercial place In suburb
of Chicago, containing l.S.OUU square feel of glass,
well stocked with best varieties uf ft)rclnK roses. Ad-
dress Uentek.

care Olsen & Hughes. \% Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

FOR RENT— Woodbury greenhouses, consisting of
f. houses 20x76 feet, with office, packing room, pot-
ting slied. heated with steam, city water; tlnely located
on lour rallronds; u good husltu'Ms: the only florists
business in tlieclty; liO minutes trom i*hlla.,'™*0 trains
ilallv; II drst-clasB opening fur anyone wlslilng to en-
gage in a florist business. Vacated only on account of
conllaued sickness.

J. H. LrPTON, Woodbury, N.J.

IpOU BALK— Splendid buslnecs opportunity, f) green-
' houses, three ls.\75. two I2.\7i">. slocked with roses,
carnailons. vlotets. near I'ortlHnil, Oregon: electric
cars pans ni'tir the pniperty uvi>ry luilf hour to Port-
Innrt. tiood dwelling house lwi>Ntory l.S,\28. good well,
chicken house, barn. Htable. fi-'i iicres land. Price,
m,5UU; terms, yt.UlO cash, btilimce d^rild ii year. Address
I). C. LATToritETTE. i,>ueen City, Oregon;
or O C, care American Florist Chicago.

FOR SALK— At ft biirgnin, or excluingi' for other
property. The oldest and best kiiowii il .rlsl and
tnii'kiTH plant In SoutlnTn Kiuisun: '-3'-' iktcs, ojirly ex-
piirt to r<iloi(i(io, Nutiniskii. <'tc. Fine ''in tlowor and
plant tiiiiif No i.'reenhintHe near; ruKKi hci gbiss;
slcarn or wiitiT hcai; natural gas unit water works; ft
acres asparagus and pie plnnl; 7 room bouse, la-go
barn, sliop. otilee; live town; heallhful cUniate. tiood
reasons. Address Wll.MAM H. BAltNlCS,

Rox S-iS. Independence. Kans.

At a iiurt'tilii, finiri;iiM'nliouHeH. ,H Isx72 nnd 110x7.!:
i-rooined dwelling InniKe and barn. sltuat<>cl on eight
lotH four blockn f nmi flcttrlr cars. Rullillng H years
old. Cri'iMilioiisMN with tlic short Rlcppe to the ouuth:
hot watiT ht'uttng Ftrr partli-ulars itildress
I'M. .M IvKin-Klt. Wllllnmshurg 1', O. Milwaukee, Wis.

HIiRHMANN'S SEKI) STORK

I 4i:i KiiHl :i'ltli Sli-eel.

I Near Irfing Isliind Kerry, MOW VOUK.

< I <'iiiii)ih>t4i SlueU of

I Al ICi-}iHoiiul>)e I'rlceH

rmri': list muck h.s ai'I'licatiun.

PLANTS! BULBSIi

KverylhliiK apiH-rlulnlni to the Pnrm
and ^jurjlcn of I he best ami cbulcest
qiiullty. TRICKS RHillT.

CaraldguM on uipjillcnllon.

WEEBER & DON.
114 Chambcrs St.. Niw Yomk City.

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200,000 ROSES 200,000

Nice stock from 2^-inch pots.

Per 1000 1 erlOO

PERLE 125.00 J2.80

SUNSET 25.00 2.80

BRIDE 22.50 2.50

MERMET 22.50 2.50

GONTIER 22.50 250

HOSTE 22.50 2.50

MARECHAL NIEL 25 00 2.80

LA FRANCE 24 00 2 75

WHITE LA FRANCE 24.00 2.75

ALBANY 24,00 2.75

METEOR 22 50 2.50

WATTEVILLE 22,50 2 50

SOUPERT 22 50 2.50

And all stanaard varieties in Hybrids,
Teas, Hybrid Teas, Climbers, Polyanthas,
etc , etc. Strictly our own selection, $20.00
per 1000; $2,25 per 100, Same from 4-inch
pots, $6.00 per 100.

Send in your lists for prices.

TERMS CASH WITH OKDEK.

CUT SMILAX, 10 cents per String.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO.,

Per 1000
American Beauties, from 2}4-\nch

pots $50 00

3-inch pots 70 00

Mermets, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Brides, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Perles, from 3-inch pots 50 00

Testouts, from 3-inch pots 60 00

J. T. ANTHONY,

2205 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO.

MAMAN GOGHET.

The best Tea Rose of the importation
of '93. In color it is on the style of Cath-
erine Mermet but deeper and the bud more
beautiful, of extra large size, strong grower
and perfectly free from mildew — a superb
rose. PRICE:

5 inch pots 8 5 00 per doz.

4,inch pots 20,00 per II 0.

.3-iuch pots .... 18 GO per 100.

2K-in. pots 1.5,00 per 110.

.encash with the order.

joMiv cook:,

318 N. Charles Street, BALTIMORE, MD.

ROSE PLANTS.

6,000 AM. BEAUTIES, 4-inch pots, $90.00
2,000 BRIDES, 3,'^-incli pots, 45.00

1,000 PERLES, 3K-inch pots, 45.00

1,000 MERMETS, 3 54-inch pots, 45.00

Cool j;ro\vn, for our own use.

All very choice. Have never seen our Beauties
equaled. Would be cheap at $12.5,00. Will pay for
themselves before others bloom, and always lead.

BRANT & NOE, Forest Glen, III.

or L. M. NOE, MADISON. N. J.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

FINE ROSE PLANTS.

I have for sale the following extra fine rose plants:

Meteors, - - 2^
K. A. Victoria, - 2y,
U. Brunner, - 2y,
Mrs. J. Laing, - 2y,
Baroness Rothschild,

and 3-inch pots
and 3-inch pots
and 3-inch pots
and 3-inch pots
3-inch pots

JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill P. 0., PhiladelDhia, Pa.

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-incli pots,

Testout,

Meteors,

Brides,

La France, " " "

$5 00 and $6 00
5 00 and 6 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00

We will quote you special price on Beauties in lots of 500 or more.

BEINBERCr BROS., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

all tlie very best both new and old.

QHRYSfllHTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MAY, Summit. New Jerseu.

lOO.OOO.

100.000.

H. B. Roses, low budded, Standard Climbers. Tree Roses and Rosa rugosa.

100,000 ot Rhododendron, Azalea moUis, chinensis and pontica. Clematis

in varieties, Aucuba, Dutchman's pipe; also Palms, Azalea indica. Bulbs,

Dahlias, Tuberous Begonias, and aU articles for forcing purposes.

100 AND 1000 PRICES ON APPLICATION.

L. C. BOBBINK, ''Zl^t^X^^o.Tn^^^' Meyer's Hotel, Hoboken, N. J.

Brides, Bridesmaids, "■^%^'~^ ^^!k ~M~jV ^^2<k Cusins, Beauties,

Ferles, Meteors, Kostes, B^^V V ^^^ Mj^ w^^ Niphetos, Testonts,
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots. "^^^ ^^~^ ^^-^^ -"— ^ ^^jy j^^ France, Mermets,

Addre^,Bf<,r,uotati^,^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for Chas. Macintosh & Co., England, Inventors of Vulcanized India Rubber,
Extra strong greenhouse hose to withstand hlph pressure, %-ln., n-ply. 15c. per foot In W feet lengths.

ROSES. ROSES.

Brides, ^yiAnch |3. 50 per 100

Mermets, " " "

Perles, " " "

Sunsets, " " "

La France, " " "

Albany, " " "

Niphetos, " " "

Wootton, " 4.00 "

3^-inch of above varieties JS6.00 per 100
Ageratum May Flower (best
blue), 2yi'\nt:\\ pots |2.00 per 100

P. O. Box 72, KANSAS CITT. MO

Rose Plants.

K. A. victoria, i;!;-inch . . . $.5.00 per 100

Meteor, 2>^-inch. 4.00 per 100

Bride, 2J^-inch. 3.50 per 100

Bridesmaid, 2J4-iuch, $5, 3-inch, 8.00 per 100
Strong:, thrifty plants.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of young rose plants out of
2% and 4-inch pots. Mermets, Brides, La
France, Perles and Bridesmaids. Apply
GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Glenville, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio.
Mention American Florist.

Surplus Stock 50,000 Roses

We still have above number in prime condition
and want to dispose of same at once for cash. It
will pay every florist to plant out one or two thou-
sand of these Roses, the cut flowers will more than
pay the cost.

For $20 we will Express you 1000 Roses in fol-
lowing sorts — quality and safe arrival guaranteed:

Ct. de Labarlhe, Bride, Mermet, Perle, Schwartz,
Devonieas'S, Therese Level, Niveus, Golden Gate,
Papa Gontier, Dijon, White, Pink and Red La
France, Meteor, Mrs l)egraw, W. A. Richardson,
Pradel, Christine de Noue, F. Krueger, Cels,
Queens Scarlet. Outside of these have 50 more
sorts; leave selection to us and we can furnish at
same 6gures. Send your lisis to be priced.

Address NANZ &, NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

Mention American Florist.

ULRICH BRUNNER.

Extra strong plants, 2;-^-inch pots, |6.00
per 100; |50.00 per lOOO.

JOSEPH HEACOCK,

Mermets, Cusins and Wattevilles, S3.o0 per 100.
Bridesmaids, Brides, Hoste, Gontier. Meteor and

La France. $4.00 per 100.
Strong American Beauties, $6.00 per 100; S50.00 per
1000. Well rooted Beauty cuttings, $3.00 per 100.
fl®^Special prices on quantity. Let me price your
lists. Cash with order.

ECO ^E:f«.*X* S'- TOESSSOIW,

West Forest Park, St. Louis, Mo.

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The American Florist.

May J J,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times. 5 per cent: 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

Xo reduction made for large space.

The AdTertlsInK Department of the American
Florist is tor Florists. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines ONLY. Please to
remembe It.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday 10 secure
insertion in the issue for the folluwtng Tliursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago.

The work recently done by Rev. W. T.
Hutchins in a critical examination ol'
sweet peas now being grown in various
sections of California, will be of great in-
terest to all florists and seedsmen who
grow or sell these flowers. Mr. Hutchins
has very kindly promised to supply the
Florist with two or three articles cover-
ing the lines in which the prreatest im-
provements are needed in this popular
flower, and on which it is of the greatest
importance that American seedsmen and
florists be united and act together.

The Di.ngee & Conard Company's
trouble seems to have been brief, the court
on examination, turning the business
promptly back to present management.
It was never thought possible by those
acquainted with the financial affairs of
the concern that there could be any lack
of funds, the existing trouble arising
mainly from differences of opinion among
stockholders.

Do vou WANT a complete alphabetical
list of carnations in commerce in America,
with name of introducer, date of intro-
duction and brief, accurate description of
each? You will find such a list in our
trade directcrv and reference book for
1894-. Price $2.00.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

NOTICE.
ChicaRo Flower Exchange.

At a sptcial mcfting of the Stockliokicrs of the
Chicaf(0 Cut Flower Hxchangc, held at No. 45
I^kc Street, Saturday morning. April 2Kth. it was
rcaoWed lo dUcrjntinuc the buftiness. All persous
having claimn 8(;ainfit the Chicago Cut Flower
Exchange are requrstcd l^ preftcnt wimc at once,
and Ihoftc indebted to naid Exchange are requested
to make payment without delay to

BEO. KLEHM, S«c'y,

69 Wabaih Av«nnr. CHICaOO.

FOLDING

TIME SAVED IS MONEY GAINED!

You can save time at a time when you most wish to save
it, namely, when crowded in a rush of work, if you use

Long's Florists' Photographs

in taking orders of your customers. You'll get it done
in the shortest possible time, and ofttimes get better priced
orders than can be done in any other way. ^^"^cltliog-ne.

DANX B. LONG, Pubhsber, Buffalo, N. T.,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Fhone Main 4508.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class riowers.
Give us a trial order.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HANUS.
CUT STRINGS e to is feet long, so cts.

Shipped In largre or siuall quantities to any part of tlie country. Orders hy mall, tele-
graph or telephone.

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton. Mass.

Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

Laurel and Green Festooning, Wreaths, Etc.
SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

I402 PINE STREET,
(Sacrennnr to KLLIHON & KUEHN),

^t>^« WHOLESALE »^H$^
I

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOK TO

PE6K & SUTHERLAND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

^^WHOLESALE.^^

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

' mc'piwRit FowiNB nowcp Sfl/^PAPER
fOR CUT nomcQS ^ R fl X F ^

for CUT
Flowers.

M»<lo from hc«rr. Manllln llritti. i^trnwtfinr'l ^lii|>^
IM-<i (fill pii'-k<-<i )iij If) II rrnr^'

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackaon ft Clinton Sts.. CHICAOO.

'1 Ki.rriiosr .Main itI"

BOXES OF CUT ORCHIDS,

Kiiiiicliiic In prlf-** from VA XnWiT,.

PITCHER d, MANDA.

Uniipil Stain tursern:^ m

. . . SHORT HILLS, N. d.

est. i_,ov&is, Ado.

A oompletA line of Wire Dealriu.

DANL B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

496 Waihinqlon St., BUFFALO. N. Y.

Hllll'I'INO OUI>KKH CMlKFin.I.V ATTKNI>KI» TO.
4»TIIKK SI'KIIAI/riKS:

FlorUtH* HiippllfH. Wlr<' l>i'HlicnN. Ifiiltm.
Ifiinic'N FlfirlMtH I'lifitoviiiiliHiMfi'lnruc ii'l

'•fttn!'»»fiH-*( I.I"I", TfTtri", «-lr , ->ri m-pn.-ii t Imi

H. W. BUCKBEE,

''^'- , ffliolesale Cul Orcliifls

ROCKFORD. ILL.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON IIANlJ

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

HORTICULTUKAL AlICTIONEEHS,

JOBBCRS IN
FLORISTS"
SUPPLIES,
PLORISTS'
VASES.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

wo. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTrcmont 81.. HOSTON. MASS.

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Kennicott Bros. Go.

a^: <£ 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
CHCIC5A.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

Telephone Main 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

85 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
]t$5. UU and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE I,IST.

E. H. HUNT.

WholesslbPlorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUIiBS AND AI^L

FI.OBISTS' SUPPLIES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Agent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

Phone Main 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,

59 WABASH AVENUE.

Second Floor. Ce«IO.A.G-0.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. C»ICA.GtO.

A. G. FBINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
Boom 2. CHICAGO.

MONS. OLSEN.

Horace r. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 47811. Consignments Solicited.

FLORAL DESIGKS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send $3.60 for it, to

J. HORACE RIcFARUND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©V^RofeiiaPe MarftcC*.

Cut Flowers.

NEW York. May 28.

Roses, Perle. Cusln.Wattevllle 1.00® 3.00

Meteor. Mermet. Bride 2,U0® 4.00

Bridesmaid, La ETrance 2.00® 4.00

Testout, Kalserln 2.00® 5.00

Beauty, Hybrids, Jacqs 3.00®15.0U

Carnations 75® 1.25

HarrisU 2.00® ti 00

Valley 1.00® 3.00

Sweet peas 2.")® .50

Mlimonette 1.00® 3.00

Centaurea .50

I'aeonies 1.00® 2.00

Marguerites 25® .60

Cattleyas 25 0063^00

Smllax 15.00®17.00

Asparai^B 35.00®50.no

Adlantum 100

BOSTON. May 26

Roses, Nlphetos, Gontler 4.00® COO

Perle, Sunset 4.00® 8.00

Bride.Mermet li.OO® 8.00

Hybrids 6.00®25.00

Carnations 2.60® 3.111

Stocks. astUbe 2.60® S.OO

Harrisll.... 8.UO®12.00

Lily of the valley 2.00® 4 00

Mignonette, Marguerites 60® 1.00

Sweet peas, MyOBOtls. 50® 1.00

Adlantum _ 1-00

Smllax 12.00®17.00

Asparagus ■ 60.00

PHILADKLPHIA. May 2U.

Roses, Perle, Gontler, Nlphetos 2.00® 3. OO

Cusln, Wattevllle, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 3.00® 6.00

Kalserln, Bridesmaid. Testout 6.00® S.OO

" Belle, Beauty 10.00®26.00

•• Jacqs 10.00®15.00

Carnations, fancy 2.00® 3.00

good ordinary 76® 1 25

Valley.... 3.00® 4.00

Yellow daisies 100® 1 60

Mignonette l-?)®.!-5S

Asparagus 60.U)®io.00

Harrisll lilies B.UO® 8.00

Sweet peas 60® 1.00

Cornflower 75® 1.00

Pyrethrum 1.60® 2.00

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00@10.00

Smllax 15.00®20.00

CHICAGO. May'.".).

Roses, Perle. Gontler, Nlphetos 3.00® 6.00

Mermet, Bride, La France 400® 5.00

Wootton, Meteor, Bridesmaid 4.00® tj.OO

Assorted 4.00

Beauty 10.CO®25.00

Carnations, long 1.60® 2 00

lancles 2.00® 3,00

Valley, narcissus (double poetlcus) 2 00® 3.00

Sweet peas W® .76

Harrisll, Longlflorum 10.00®15.00

Pansles, marguerites .60

Paeonles 5.00® 8.00

Gardenias 1.00® 3.00

Cornflowers 5u® 1.00

CINCINNATI. May 27.

Roses, Beauty 10 ai®25 00

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 4.00

La France 5.00

Perie 2 00® 3.00

Carnations 1.00® 3.00

short .75

Callas, Harrisll 000

Sweet peas 1.00® 1.26

Valley 2 00® 3.00

Smllaic 15.00

Adlantum 1.00

Asparagus 60. OC

St. Louis, May 26.

Roses, Perles, Nlphetos, WoottOD 3.00® 4.00

Bride. Mermet, Bridesmaids 4.0O® 5.00

Meteors 6. CO

La France, Albany, Hoste 3.00® 6. OO

Beauty 6 00a20.00

Smilax 16.00@W.OO

Sweetpeas 1.00

Carnations, long 1,00® \.M

short .76

Adlantum l.Oil

Ferns, common, per 1000 SI. 25

Buffalo, May 28.

Roses, Beauties 15.00®25.00

Mermet. Bride, 5.00® 7.00

" Meteor 6.00® 6.00

Gontler, Perle, Hoste 5.00® 6.00

Cusln 6.00® (i.OO

Callas, Harrisll 10.00

Carnations, long 2.00® 2.50

I »av break and Wm. Scott 3. IX)

sho'rt 1.00® 1.50

Valley 2.00® 2,50

Mignonette 1.00® 2.00

Sweet peas 7.6® 1 50

Smllax 15.00®20.00

Adlantum 1.50

Asparagus 50.00

The Directory

r^or ISO-*

IS NOW READY.

BURNS & RftYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pr i~ ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 28ib St., NEW YORK.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

Wholesale Florist.

DESIRABLE STOCK FOR

Weddings,

School Graduations

and Commencements.

The product of the most extensive and
successful growers for the New York
market

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SttERIDflN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street NEW YOHK.

I»rioe

la.oo.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

Mention American Florist

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESRLE » FLORIST,

Careful Shipping: to all parts of the country.
Fiice list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALB DEALER IN

Cut > Flowers.

57 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

MILLANG BROS..

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 WcsT 30th street,

NEW YORK CITY

Established 1879

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

Mention American Florist.

1046

The American Florist.

May 31,

^fie 3®ael Urac^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrRPEE. Philadelphia, president: A. L.
Dos. secretary and treasurer. 114 chambers street.
New Yorfe. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
Jane, at Toronto. Ont.

Hart, Wells & Co. succeed E. Decker
at Wethersfield, Conn.

Charco.vl is one of the best preserva-
tives known for short lived seed.

Prospects for pansy seed crop in Ger-
many are reported good on May 1.

Visited New York: W. Atlee Burpee,
F. R. Pierson, E. B. Clark, C. Ribsam, J.
T. Lovett.

Traveli.ng salesmen report florists as
rather shy in giving import orders for
forcing bulbs.

The rains in California about May 15
have improved the seed prospects there,
especial!}' the onion fields.

Severe frosts have occurred in north-
ern parts of Germany about May 12 to
15, damaging beans and other tender
siufT.

Mr. Lem. Bow en, of D. M. Ferry & Co.,
now on an extended business trip in Eur-
ope, is at present in France and will re-
turn home about July 15th.

Chicago.— Mr. S. F. Leonard left for
California May 29, accompanied by Mrs.
Leonard. Mr. J. C. Vaughan has re-
turned from his eastern trip.

Mr. J. HiLSEBOscH. of Hulsebosch
Bros., who has just made a five weeks'
trip in the V. S., sailed for home via the
Netherlands line Saturday, the 26th.

New York.— Mr. F. AV. O. Schmitz has
gone on a European trip. He will return
early in July. Mr. J. W. Eldering is mak-
ing a business tour of the middle states,
Mr. C. Cropo will sail for Europeon June
2. Mr. J. C. Vaughan of Chicago has
been in town for the past week.

Mrs. S. Y. Haines, wife of the well
known seedsman, died in Minneapolis,
May 23rd. Hers was a rare, kindly and
unassuming nature, and she was much
loved and esteemed by all who knew her.
Mr. and Mrs. Hiiiaes were inseparable in
their married life and deep sympathy is
felt at his sad loss.

The frosts of May 25. 26 and 27 in
many places in the west and southwest
have seriously damaged the tomato and
melon plantaas well asmany small fruits.
The hard frosts in the neighborhood of
Waterloo, .Neb., on the night of the 18th
were not thought to have occasioned se-
rious loss beyond repair.

The PROORA.UME for the meeting of the
American Seed Trade Association at To-
ronto, Ix-ginning June 12, is in the hands
of the mcml)er». The topics are all of
general interest, and this first gathering
on Canadian soil shrjuld Ik- a large one.
It is undcrNtood that the attendance of
wives of mcmlHTB will l)c larger than
usual, as the trip affords an excellent op-
portunity lo visit the Falls.

['iiii.Ai)i:i,piiiA.— John Onrdincr & "o.
have secured n new location at 031 Mar-
ket street, whither they will move ax soon
as improvements arc completed, which
will probably l)c before July 1. Thcv will
occupy the whole building, five floors,
and will have more than double their
present room. Z. De Forest Ely's seed
isindow has been temporarily given over

(SHKKWUOl' HaLJ, XuitSEHY Co.)

iSo. 427-9 SaiN'sdme Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

IIE.VDQrARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And otlier Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Native Bulbs. LILY RIILR^

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

ElBtoblisliocl XS30.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SoN,

mrvivBOOJvi,

HOIvIvA.lVi:»,

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE FORCISG BULBS.
Wholesale Inaporters should write us for Prices.

C>UK NKW Tit.VDK LIST NOW KKAI>V.

DUTCH

of OVERVfEN. HOI.LAND.

One of the oldest and nmst reliable Dutch houses, offer the

1^^ III ^^ ^^ best of facilities to American buyers, havinR a resident Agent

r^ 11 I r^^^ in New York thorouj;hly posted on this stock and who will

^^ ^"^ ' make all customers' entries, with quick deliveries in good

order, from New York City. Latest reduced price list sent free.

JOHN W. ELDERING, 78 Barclay Street, NEW YORK.

CYCLAMEN SEEDS,

iCiiiiii.rnn strniii.

LILIES OF THE VALLEY,

Ucrlin :i?i'l HnnilmrK rips.
FLOWER SEEDS ("^ I'nU delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All nl IiTi]v.il I'll. .•«.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,
122 E. 23rd Street, NEW TOKK.

rl'-.'isf iiijikr' n>4 filler of ftlt kitids of S''f<N and
Itiilbfi, wr will Hell it for yon

to a uniritic scrnc representing n mcmlier
of the (t. A. K , dccoratir).; 11 Holdii-r'g
Krnvc with mcl.-il wrenths. Mr. lily re-
portu n very heavy Uecorntion Day de-
mand for tlicic ^oodi.

HulS6l)o§cti BroiHers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs ^ Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices lor next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

HULSEIJOSCH HROS.,

68 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

Allcr M.iy I. '94. address will be ENGLEWOOD. N J.

LILIUM HARRISII.

OrlKlniil lUKl liirucNt un>w<'rM tiT tlilh ItiipDrtiiiit bulb.
Trill' SUii'k, l.iiwi'«l I'rIiTh. Mml (.imillly.

F. R. PIERSON CO..

TAICKVTI)W.\-<)N-lIL'U.SON, M;W YOIIK.

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1047

During the whole season from Christmas up to Easter.

There are thousands of people who at Easter time
want to purchase a plant, but their limited means won't
allow them to purchase an Azalea or even a dollar Lily.
They want some little plant for 25 cents, and this should
not be lost sight of. A Dutch Hyacinth or 4 to 5 Tulips or
Daffodils in a 4-inch pot fills the bill.

Rich and poor alike will buy a flower for Easter. Hard
times or prosperity— free trade or protection— won't affect it.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWEBS,

XvISSE>, near Haarlem, HOIvIviVIVr),

Offer HYACINTHS, TULIPS, DAFFODILS

And all other bulbs for forcing and outdoor, in extra fine quality, at very low rates.

ASK FOR OUR 1894 CATALOGUE. ^

Orders Booked Now

for Future Delivery:

Lily of the VaUey, forcing pips;
Roman Hyacinths, Narcissus,
Spiraea, and all forcing- bulbs.
Azalea, Rhododendron,
Roses, etc., plants. Address

August R'6lker& Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24th St., lUpjn, YnpL
P. O. Station E. """ ' "' *^'

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN I SONS,

Houtvaart-Overveen near Haarlem, Holland.
Growers of Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. Catalogue free on application.
Special i^rices given for large quantities.
Bs'ta.bUslrt.ecl. l»a-^.

Our bu.vers will visit Holland, Southern France and Bermuda darin;; the month of June,
and orders placed with us now will have most careful personal attention by them.

IMPORT ^ife ROMAN HYACINTHS^

and. all French. Bulbs.

LILIUM HARRISII

AfiD_LONGIFLORUM.

BULB

PRICES.

K ;: ;■;

IVO'W is the time to order. We are quoting the lowest rati s of the season.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

GROWERS OF

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC,

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale Importers.

SUMMER DELIVERY.

FKKKSIAS, LIL. LONGIFLO-
KUM, CALLAS, GKM CALLA.S,
AMARYLLIS, CALIFORNIA
ItllLKS, Brodlneas, Calochortus,
Frltillarias, TKEE FERN STEMS, and Aus-
tralian I'almSeeds. Send forour New PuicE List.

H. H. BERGER &. CO.,

Established 1878. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

Always mention the Amercan FLO-
RIST when writine to advertisers.

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs /I Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
For Catalogue, adtlresR

C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTER.

3 Coenties Slip, NEW YORK.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

1048

The American Florist

May jr,'

Baltimore.

There is no lack of rain, and even when
water is not actually lalling from the
skies the ground is in such a saturated
condition that planting operations are
almost entirely suspended. At this writ-
ing, though, clear weather flags are flying
from the signal stations, and the indica-
tions are that summer is fairly upon us.

The same old cry is heard of price cut-
ting now and thtn, and the price cutters
of one season are very frequently the
loudest talkers of the next. It is no
doubt very discouraging to see prices
drop, but' on the whole it may be
doubted whether they have dropped any
more in flowers and plants than in every
other merchantable commodity during
the past dtcade, and it may also be
doubted whether price cutting is any
worse among florists than among every
other class of tradesmen. It is one of the
asperities of life that we have to become
accustomed to, and to hear a man de-
nouncing it continually is rather a suspi-
cious sign.

"One usually suspects in others the faults
he finds in himself" you know.

Sales in cut flowers are far from being
entirely out of accounts, though plants
are the money makers for the time being.
First-class flowers sell fairly wAl yet, but
are not as plentiful as mignt be expected.

Mack.

Chestnut Hill, Pa.

Edwin Lonsdale is greatly interested in
three begonias, each distinct, which have
come up Irom seed among some Cattleya
Mossix recently imported. ^Yhile he
does not claim as yet that these begonias
are not in cultivation, still they are new
to him and the chances are in his favor.
He has a handsome yellow carnation
which has sported from Helen Keller. In
color and markings it closely resembles
Buttercup, but if it proves to have with
the Buttercup color the superior points
of growth and blooming which are char-
acteristic of Helen Keller he will indeed
have a prize. Among the roses Mr. Lons-
dale has planted for next winter's flower-
ing is a fine bench of Rodocanachi. He
has observed that it seems more prone to
mildew than any other hybrid.

John Burton has just rebuilt four large
bouses and will add more in the fall. He
will go heavily into carnations and has
12,000 of thisc now planted out. Mr.
Kennedy, the foreman, says that Grace
Battles docs well with them if kept in-
doors and not planted outside at all, and
that their faith in this variety is demon-
strated by the fact that they propose to
plant two hounes c xclusively with it.

Hartford, Conn.

PANSIES,

THE JENNINGS STRAIN.

Plants in bud and bloom 11.50 and f2.00
per 100, JlS.OO per 1000; medium sized
plants ol mixed, white or yellow, $5 00 per
1000. Extra 60c hundred by mail.

New crop Parsy Seed ready June 25th,
better than ever. Cash with order.
ADDRESS E. B. JENNINGS,

WHOLESALE PANSY GROWER,
Lock Box 2.>). SOUTHPORT. CONN.

GUrysantliemuiiis.

Stronjr, healthy plants, 35 at

1 O rates. Her 100

NIVEUS, white ...$500

CHALLENGE, yellow 15 00

C. DAVIS, yellow Morel 5 00

WHITE BOEHMER. white 5 00

C. CHALFANT, yellow 5 00

E. DAILLEDOUZE, yellow 10 00

MRS. E. G. HILL, early pink 10 00

IC of each for fll 00. 5 of each for J3 60.
Cash with order.

T. H. SPAULDING, Orange, N. J.

100 PLANTS AT 1000 PRICE.

ColeuH. AlteriiHiithera and (ieranluma, best
varieties, such as Verschaffellll, Paronvchloklea ina-
ior and Gen'l Grant. and many others, fc'. 50 iier lOO.

Our "UAKU TIHIKS" *3 ana »5 cash t olleo-
tions are taking Immensel.v. We t-'tve 17 ;t & 4-Inch
pot Palms for Sii.OU. and 34 for Si 00. These In-
clude the best kinds Latanlos. Kentlas. etc. With
every order mentlonlnx AM. Klokist we will give
free 5 large Tritoma Ivarla. A Ten Day ofler,
AVXLl.IAMS & SONS CO., Batavla, 111.,
Manufacturers of Batavia Labels.

RIESEN PENSEE

neueernte lertln raltte Junl. Blumen uber:i zoil
Im DurchniePSLT. schune Korni. melst lie'ie Karben.
vm unulMTtrertltcher QuiiIItiit. lOOU Korn Jl.OU:
5000 Korn J I In Brief marken od. r Post Anwelsung-

Krfurt. GermHiiy.

Hardy Water Lilies.

L.-VKGE KHI/.OMKS.

I'cr Doz. Per 1110

NV.MPII.KAOdorala »1,U0 i'.M

Glgantea ICO 7.60

Mlm.r 1.00 7.60

Tuberosa 1.00 7.50

Rosea 2 CO 1500

GEORGE FARRANT, Salem, N. C.

The Hartford County IlortlcullurnlSo-
cicty mcct§ rcjiularly on the first Wednen-
day of every month at the county build-
ing. There will be an exhibition of flow-
ers, fruit antl vegetable* about middle of
June, another early in September and a
chrysantbemum show in.Sovcmlier. Late
io March, IH'J.I, the spring exhibition of
flowering bulbs, roses and carnations
will Ix- given.

CLEMATIS

For Fall Delivery.

Special prices at wholesale, on appli-
cation. Splendid stock and assort-
ment

P. A. BAIiLER, Bloominglion. 111.

E.G. HILL & CO..

Wtioi6sai6Fionsis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Do vou WANT the censas statistics re-
gardinK the florist, nursery and seed
trades? You will find them in our tnifle
directory and reference book for IHOl-.
Price $2.00.

Tub Amkhica.s I'lokiht and dardening
together to one address for $1.7r>. Send
orders to the American Florist Co.

CJIUTTT A "V iiur |,l,iMi> in J', iiicli i>ol".

liJal.Lxtri.Ik., %z.m lo-r ukv fi.>(iiip<r loun.

Tr:ins|>I.Mil.-.lM-.-,llinK», II per imi; 8H n<r ItHlO.
A fc-w hnn.ltc.l Kr,sc» - Mit<-or, pirlc anil lliisle,

:l inch ria.ly for a i.hifl. fO IKI jur 1110.
JOSEPH E. BONSALL, Whoieiale FJoriil. Salem, 0.

Ijiriio HMII A.\ PLANTS, griiwn .Icirninnt clurliig
winter plnntcil nuw nlll iro|i In Auioi"!. Hiiiniilr Irei'
Price tti.m |ier IIHI Adiln'»«

W. 1. Downet, 1864 Sherman Ave . Evanilon, III.

ALTERNANTHERAS.

KfiUiKl Yellow, t;iM.tl',i/f,p. 5npcr UiO.
McCREA & COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

I'l.l'.AHK IllClltlOflllR- AM|:KK A.S I'l.OKIST

every time you write to an advertiser.

DWARF
FRENCH
CAN N AS

We offer au immense stock of strong, well estab-
lished plants from -l-iuch pots, which will make a
display at once. All have been well hardened off
in open frames, and must not be confounded with
dortnaut eyes or freshly divided plants out of
benches. . .

We list here only the principal varieties, ot
which we have a large supply. For a general list
refer to our Spring Trade List, which describes
over seventy-nve varieties including all the desir-
able novelties of the season.

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant S.OO

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Explorateur Crampbel 12.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) 10.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Secretary Stewart 10 00

Antoine Crozy 8 00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardy S 00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess de Montenard 10.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant duRhone « 00

Edward Michel 10.00

Geoffrey St. Hilaire 8 00

T. Thomayer 15.00

Miss Sarah Hill 10 00

Mr. Cleveland 10 00

Mile. Liabaud 8.00

Nelly Bowden 6.00

Princess Lusignani 10.00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Ventura 8 00

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

L. E. Bally 15.00

Francois Corbin 8.00

Mr. Lefebvre 8.00

Mile, de Cruillon 10.00

President Hardy 10.00

I'icrette de Biorltt 8.00

Isaac Casati 8.00

Due de Montenard 10.00

Scgionaire 8.00

Sophie Buchner 25 00

Emile Lcclcrr 6 00

Wi will furnish one each of the above varieties,
•10 plants for $,i.OO, or if this set contains duplicates
of any varieties you have in stcck we will omit any
that you may specify and add other choice varie-
li, s in tlu'ir i)lace.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

RHX III'.C.ONIAS. ANKMONK JAP. AI.BA, fine
slock from 2 and 2}^-iu. pots, $.1 (X) per 100.

CHKYSANTHEMUMS:

i;i,li1(>n Weddlnif ninl liuuil i;riiel<iiiH. rootod cut-

tlriKtt. Kl WI pur 1(10. Ivciry Wlilener, Diinilnatlon.

W. Kaleoner. .I..»»liii. ami JO oilier Hne cut llowor

vurlotleii. atHim per lUO.
IKiNICVSlICKMCS, everliloonilliK, wlilto and pink

fk l«l per 100. . .

KVI<:lllll.<«IMIN(; UOSK.S. ■-•0 K I nmrket hlliils.ln

Iliii'i'iiiiOltlon r<ir liHlnuillateiialuii. ^Ilneh. (O.UUpor

nil 1 liiih, fill I II per IKI.
AH>'ir,M I'o.M TIMI.Mll. nice seortllnKii, ready to

p.,I.H l«l per IIIOO. , „ „ ,

WiiiilO exiliniiK.' mill rcllrilili' pnrlle» fcimiiiiill I'alma

EVENOEN BROS., Williamsport, Pa.

THE GREAT ANTIPEST.

F€»r piirlleiilrtrH, moo iii^xt w«i«k,

R. W. CARIVIAN, GcN'L AoT.,

an Amur tttreat. FLUUlltNU. UfoaotOo., N 7.

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The American Florist.

1049

ihlamerican florist go;s

DIRECTORY

REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING:

1. The names and addresses of the Florists. Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch ot the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2. A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch of the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given.

. 3. A \v>\. of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Canada.

4. A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.

5. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Roses m commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of introducer, and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given.

6. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Chrysauthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate description of
each. Synonyms are noted aud varieties that
are very popular with American growers are
designated by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

7. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introductiou and
brief, accurate description of each.

8. Seasonable Hints for the year, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
published. It is written in a plain, practical
way, by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

9. A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of essays
read at each meeting, with other information
oi interest.

10. A similar historical sketch of the American
Association of Nurserymen.

11. A similar historical sketch of the American
Carnation Society.

12. A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

13. Similar historical sketches of the Florists'
Hail Association of America; of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delivery Association.

H. A complete list of all National and Local
Trade Organizations, with names and ad-
dresses of principal officers, time and place
of meetings, etc.

10. Statistics of Commercial Floriculture in the
U. S. from the last census.

10. Statistics of the Nursery Industry in the U. S.

from the last census.
17. Statistics of Seed Growing in the U. S. from

the last census.
IS. A list of Leading Horticultural Societies, with

name and address of the Secretary of each.
19. Full information about Express and Postage

rates ou plants, shrubs, trees, seeds and bulbs.

No /ess than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

p. O. Drawer 164.

CHICAGO.

Carnations.

Last call for Annie Pixley; can you af-
ford to go without this beautiful new
pink? 1 do not think you can when
you can get 25 well rooted cuttings for
|2.50 cash with the order.

Smilax.

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you on receipt
10 cts. The price is 75 cts. per 100, or
|6 00 per 1000, cash with the order.

ALBERT M. HERR, L B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

ao.ooo

ARAUCARIAS

ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 6 to S-inch plants,
$35.00 PER lOO; $6.00 PER DOZ.

ARAUCARIA IMBRICATA, 3 to 4 in. high,
$8.00 PER WO; $l.SO PER DOZ.

The above delivered by Mail or Express
at prices quoted.

New Crop Phoenix Canariensis. $2.50 per tOOO Seeds
Washingfonia filifera .75 per lb.
Chamaerops excelsa .50 per lb.
Grevillea robusta 5.00 per lb. 50c oz.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

FOR SALE.

ABOUT 10.000 PLANTS AT THE LOW RATE OF
ONLY $3.00 PER 100.

Fine strong plants of Coleus. such as Golden
Bedder. Verschaffelti, Queen Victoria; yellow and
red Alternantheras, Pyrethrum Golden Feather.
Verbenas, single variegated Petunias, dwarf
Phlox, Musk, cupheas, Torenia Fourneri, Lobelias,
Patlor Ivys.

About 1.000 Trophy Tomatoes grown in 2^-inch
pots, Egg Plants,

Also at only So. 00 per 100 Geraniums, fine vari-
ety, mixed, in bud, 4 inch pots; Fuchsias, Helio-
trope, Scarlet Sage, Lantanas, Japan Pinks. Cal-
endulas, double and single stocks, Moon Vines,
4-inch, 81 per doz. Cash with order only.

Chrysanthemums, strong, mixed clumps, $1.00
per dozen.

G. ASCHMANN, Florist,

1013 Ontario St., KISING SUN, PHILA.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to eight branches, very
fine stock, $12.00 to $25.00 per dozen.

FALIfflS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

3805 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO, ILL.

You will benefit the American Flo-
rist by mentioning it every time you
write an advertiser in these columns.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address gEQRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

Tuberous Begonias.

"HELEN KELLER"

The new Carnation; pure white, deli-
cately marked with red.
Price for well Rooted Cuttings:

$;i.00 per dozen; $12-U0 per 100; $25 00 per 250;

KKl.UO per 1000. 50O at 1000 rate. Orders may

be sent either to

EDWIN LONSDALE,
Chestnut Hill, Phila.

JOHN N. MAY,
Suiniiilt, X. J.

GRIFFIN'S STRAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.

We are headquarters for the
above, the finest strain In the
^T-.o^«"»- .To.s-c^iijj^ world. Send for Illustrated
descriptive catalotiue with copyright engravings. It
tells you all about them.

OASIS NURSERY CO.,

Thos. Griffin. Mgr. Westbury Station. L. I.. N. Y.

I^r^-^IVTS, Per 100

Fuchsias, best varieties, nice. 2!^-Inch pots J2.00

■• 3-lnchpots, 3.00

Geraniums, Bronze, nice plants 2.50

" Mme. Salleroi. nice plants 2.00

'• double and sintzle. 2!^-lnch pots 2.50

Begonias, iiil.xed. many varieties. L'J-^-lnch pots. .. 3.0t)

Alternanthera aurea nana, stockv plants 1.50

P. major, stocky plants 2.00

Address N. S. GRIFFITH.

Independeuee, Jackson Co.. I>Io.

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

NEW CARNATIONS

Heatlv to ship at once from Hats and pots.

2000 Uncle .John $10 OU per lUO; 175.00 per 1000

2500 The Stuart 10-00 per 100; 76.00 per lljOO

700 Diaz Albertlnl ti.OOperlOO.

2000 \Vm. Scott SOOperlOO: 40 00perlOtO

200 MA.IOR BONNAFFON CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
S5.00 per dozen; J;K.OO per 100.

FRED. DORNER & SON,

WM. SCOTT CARNATION!!!

Rooted Cuttings, 83.00 per 100. Strong-
Plants, 87.00 per 100.
Also a fine lot of other varieties. Send for prices.
GEO. HAXCOCK & SON,

GRAND HAVEN, MICH.

ROOTED CUTTINGS OF

CARNATIONS

For Immediate Delivery.

Large stock on hand; free from rust or other dis-
ease. Satisfaction guaranteed. Send
for price list.
JOS. RENARD, UNIONVILLE. Chester Co., PA.
Mention American Florist.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the
fall -

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co.. PA.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. 7.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

^"^JACQUEMINOT

IB endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
iMOKK^A.^IPLF^.S— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. I'er dozen. $.;.00; per 100, SIO.OO; per 1000.
tHUM. 25U at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO..

ELLIIS, Norfolk Co., MASS.

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations! Chrysanthemums.

STANDAKD VAKIETIES.
MARIE LOUISE VIOLET KUNNEKS.
SMILAX, 2*,;-lnch pots.

Satisfaction and prompt shipment guaranteed.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING,
Elmwood Ave. & 58th St., PHIL.V., PA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANXnEMUMS

Write for list and prices. Prices to suit the times.
•STRONG SMILAX, from 2><;-lnch pots, $3.00 per

100; SSo.oO per lOJO.
PANSIES, from cold frame. J15.00 per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

Mention American Florist.

CARNATIONS. SPEAK QUICK.

1000 Lizzie McGowan: MX) Portia, and HU Illnze's
White. AH well root«d cuttings, at ^1.00 per 1011. Cash
with order or C. O. D.

JAMKS CHALK, NorrUtown, Pa.

1050

The American Florist.

May 31^

The Convention Exhibition.

The entries for the exhibition at the S.
A. F. Convention, Atlantic City, next
August, are coming in very well. About
one-half the available space has already
been applied for and everything points to
a large, varied, and representative ex-
hibit. Quite a few novelties that have
never before been properly presented to
the commercial florists will be shown,
among them being remediesfor carnation
rust and anthracnose and violet rust and
other fangous diseases, prepared under
the formulas of Professor Galloway and
Professor Riley, who have done so much
of late years to extend our knowledge in
vegetable pathology and entomology.
Entries close July 2l"with G. C. Watson,
Superintendent of Exhibition, 1025 Arch
street, Philadelphia, who will furnish ap-
plication blanks and all information on
application.

St. Paul, Minn.

Favorable weather during the week
has kept the florists on the move, and
trade has been very satisfactory. Cut
flowers have not sold as readily as
plants, still there has been no surplus and
no cutting of prices in that line, and Sat-
urday night practically finds everything
cleaned out in the cut flower line.

Roses are still held at $1 per dozen, car-
nations at 30 to 40 cents. Some fine
Daybreaks are still seen and sell readilv
at 40 cents, where others are bringing 25
and 30 cents. While the number of Day-
break planted the last yearwas sinall, still
it has given such general satisfaction
that every grower will plant largely of it
another season.

In bedding plants nearly everything is
selling readily. There is a large demand
for roses and ivy geraniums, also S. A.
Nutt and Mrs. Beadsley geraniums, they
being the leaders in their respective col-
ors. Coleus are not selling quite as well
as usual. Carpet bedding is going out of
date in this section, and beds of showy
geraniums and other flowering plants are
taking its plate. Fei-IX.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express..$4.00 per 1000

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by
mail 50c per 100

(■ A^II WITH OltDKIC.

S. O. STREBY,

I.of'k ll<ii 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

A

JUST RECEIVED h rcish Seeds

t/iioit Wwldflllalia m IIU (»i p.-r li«)

■.•luiU llortionlcs "t W.M per lUW

l»n1er at onro

W. A. MANDA.

The Universal Horticultural Establishment,

SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.

Icr imi iTr MO)
(■-I Mniiirii'itlm, '/U Inrh |Mrt« ., %\

SPECIAL OFFER.

rri«iiriH»««<'-I Mniiirii'itim, '/

I, fniTnl f''»ll<'*"*l"'». "•""•**•- • "

(irnitilumK. .l..iil.l<i nn.l «lnKln V^\u. l«iU H.UI

(omd ("f pn™ i)«t lit (•maUoni. <'hr7««nllionium«
and *rth«^ B'>r1«l ■l/«-k.

Ul Kl- III
U) QUI

FEW MORE GEMS AND NOVELTIES IT
WILL PAY YOU TO CULTIVATE LARGELY

ABUTILON AUDRAKEN AN BONN, a striking novelty
in variegated plants, as an isoated plant in
vases or on lawn et^ualed by few others. _ Sil-
very -white variegation on dark green foliage,
very fine. $6 per tOO; $1 per 12.

TOREMA AZUREA GRANDIFLORA. a fine bedding
plant of new color, and constant bloomer. $6
per 100: $1 per 12

FUCHSIA ABBE GARNIER, far superiorto Phenom-
enal in even' respect. $6 per 100: $1 per 12

FUCHIA BRIDAL VEIL, the ne plusultia in double
white, free and early bloomer, large and per-
fect, flowering in greatest abundance. $6 per
100: $1 per \2.

PASSIFLORA PFORDTII VARIEGATA. the handsom-
est blooming vine for general cultivation, con-
stant bloomer, rapid grower. $6 per 100: $1
per 12.

GLOXINIA ERECTA. an extra 6ne strain; plants in
bud from 3-inch pots. $6 per 100: $1 per 12.

MUSA ENSETE, most efl'ective of all foliage plants
for quick growth on lawn, etc. From 7-inch
pots, 3 ft. high. |5 per 12: tOc ea?h. From 3-
inch pots, 3 ft. high, $2 per 12: 25c each.

GERANIUMS— Sunray. the best golden bicolor; Ho'-
lywreath. variegated Ivv. $6 per 100: $1 per 12.

ACACIA LOPHANTHA from 2-in. pots, $4 per 1 0.

STEVIA VARIEGATA from 2-in. pots, $4 per 100.
We still have a large assortment of old and new

Plants. Please let us give you an estimate on

your wants. Address

NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

PLANTS.

Per 100

Altemantherae. P. major. Aurea nana. Tricolor

(Rosea nana*. Versicolor . 2.50

Perennial Phlox, fine asaorted f('».00 and 4.00

Achillea "Tbe Pearl*' 4.00

BCKonUis. assorted; Lantanas, assorted 4. 00

tnichslas. ass t IK. 00 and 4.00

AbutUons. assorted 4.U)

Eclifverla Extensa glotx)8a, 3 tot! Inches across.

per dozen. Jl.OO. ^

I^dy Washington Geranium C.OO

Ach'/ranthus, assorted 3.00

Coleus. assorted J2.00 and 3.00

lilblscuB. assorted 4-00

Sclilzopetalus 6.00

AnthcrlniMi pk-turatum per dozen. 75c.

Ivy and Bronze (Jcranlums. assorted, 2J^-ln. pots 4.00

Silver Leal Geraniums, 3 varieties (no Mme. ^

Sallerol) 4.D0

OxallB, Ort^riesl 4.00

French Cannas. named, our selection, dry roots.. 5.00

French Cannaa. unnamed 3.00

potted .10.00

Fancy Leaf Caladlum. Hne mixed ti.OO

named 8.00

Pansles nice plants In bloom . 3. 00

Smliux icut). per string of 5 feet 13c

Trade list on application.

ROBT. S. BROWN & SONS.
Box ;<■,• KANSAS <'ITY. MO.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

ROSE BILL NURSERIES,

NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

and P^G-w JPlmats,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mcdtli.fi Anierlrftn Klurlut

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage &. Flowering Plants.

A iirnnil M'levlliMi frjr Btovo, OrucnhouBU and Con
MirvBt/jry

SANDER, St. A/bans, England.

Our Mr A. Iiliiinioi'k will !«• pli'n«.'il l.i liilcrvlrw
liiiri'm Mr reply t-. iinv r*inininiil«-iitli.ii rulclrcnncd to
hliii fit at, (irc'fmlrii Hi,. Nrw Vnrk City

WOOD BROTHEFRS.

TRY

DRHER'S
GflRDtN Seeds,

Plant!. Bulbi & Rnquilitei.

1 hiy iitc- thr butt iil tlie
low«it prtcet. Trade List 1*-
hur<l (puirtcrly. mailed frc«
to thr Irmlr «,iily.

IIKN'KV A. DKKKIt,
I-hliuilolpblii, I'a.

s.oo

.40 2.50

.60 3.00

.75 G.OU

.00 B.UO

'.k> 3.0O

00 S.OO

.50 3.110

.SO 3.00
75

Surplus Stock.

■ Doz. 100.

Alvssum Tom Thumb, variegated and white.? .40 K^OO

Aperulum. white and blue 40 3 0C

Alovsla cltrlodora (W

Abiitllon. our selection 50 4.00

Aiternantheras from flats.. "25 2.00

Begonias, Argentea. Guttata and Metalllca.. .40 3.00

Llstrl or Uladem {'<0 4.0O

Calla Little Gem. 3-lnch. 1.60 12.00

Centaurea Gymnocarpa 40 3.00

Cestrum Parqul

Coleus. our selection

" named varieties

CIssus Discolor. flne2-ln

Cannas. our selection

Daisy, Snow Crest

t^ichslas. our selection

TralUns: Queen and Little Beauty,

Geraniums, our selection

Ivy leaved, our selection

L' Elegant

Glechoma Hederacea var 50 4.00

Hydrangea, o varieties 50 4.00

Iluva fiO 400

Heliotrope 60 4.00

Moon vine, white and blue 50 4.00

Maneltla Vine 60 3.00

Nasturtium Cardinal Prince t>0 4.00

Primula Obconlca 50 S.OO

Pontederla. Water Hyacinth l.UO 8.00

Pmllax , 40 2,,'>0

Vlnoi.3-ln I.IjO S.OO

Verbeuas 40 3.00

I. N. KRAMER <& SON,

CEDAR RAPIDS. IOWA.

Grow Swainsona.

The best and most profitable pure white flower
fi^rown. Takes the place of Roman hyacinths or
lily of the valley, producing spikes of flowers from
4 to ti inches lougf, in the greatest abundance the
entire year— never out of bloom— lasting well
when cut. 100 Swainsona will pay you three
times as much as same space in best carnations.
No florist should be without this most useful flower.
After a trial it will be considered indispensable.

EASY TO GROW.

All exceptionally good and paying cut flower.

Strong young plants, $6.00 per 100.
Larger ones, $10.00 per 100.

FAUST & BR0.3

MERION STATION, P. R. R., PA.

Will exchange a few hundred for youngs
ISride I{«i8es.

0

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I

Mfiitl'tii AmcrU'UM KI(>rlHt.

The Water Garden.

vp.vliil ,,iMl lliirily WuMT l.llli'Bc.l nil .iilcprn.
VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI. EURYALE FEROX.

Ncliiliil.liunx III viirlcty. Illinly I iriuiiiiiMiliil iiliinln.
nuli-iii|imil<' iiliinlM. t'll^. cti'. Nyiiipliifii Liiyilukurl
rciHiMi inwiinli'il ii .Vlriliil at Wiirld'n Kiiln; niimt cluirrn-
liiKiif all Ihf II AIM IV I.IMck; K Mi'nr.U.

lllhcrr.iliiiiihlMii .Novrllli'Ki. ilalcit'iil'

WM. TRICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J.

5000 ALTERNANTHERA,

iti:i> AM> \ r.i.i.ow.

SttonK pl.inls, from 2iiKii pots, f2.00 per
1(1(1; JtS.Od ptT I(K)l).

PHOENIX NURSERY COMPANY,

■-. (>. iiox I'jin.

ltl,U<>MIN<il'<>N, II.I..

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The American Florist.

1051

Fresh and Handsome
GflPE*''FL0kRS

We have just Received.

Nothing finer has ever been on
the market.

We offer extra selected, very large and

handsome, per lb. $1.00; 10 lbs. $8.50
No. I quality, per lb. .75; 10 lbs. $6.50
Small flowers, perfectly white and good,

per lb. $.50; 10 lbs. $4.50

FOR CASE LOTS,

Special prices on application.

All supplies for

WEDDING and

COMMENCEMENT

DECORATIONS

in full stock and rich assort-
ment, and our facilities are
such that we can supply you
promptly and satisfactorily.
SEND IN YOUR JUNE ORDERS.

H, BAMSDOMR & CO.,

Se JV. -itla. St.,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

I»- WHOLESALE ONLY.

MflRSGHUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SuDDiies.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Send for Catalogue ^^^^^^

MEDftL JlWflRDED. '^r

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,
Whol.esa!e FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North 4th Street,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Largest and finest stock In the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL,

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City. N. J .

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

Now ready, frciiii ■J-lnch I'ots, stroriK plants,
price. J1.50 per diKeii; flO.OO per liunrtred.
DAII.I.EDOXIZE BROS., Flatbush, L. I.. N. Y.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

Strong plants, last season's sowing, will begin to run at once. From 3-inch
pots 75 cts. per dozen; ^5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000.

CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS.

3 1-2 inch pots, 75 cts. per dozen; $6.00 per 100.

LATANIA BORBONICA.

6- inch pots, strong, $9.00 per dozen.

NATHAN SMITH & SON.

or\ C\riC\ TrT"D"DTr"M A C "^"^ choicest varieties.

OUjUUU V lLril5ILrM>\.0. PERFECTLY HEALTHY.

In bud and bloom, $2 50 per 100; $20 00 per 1000.

, r\ r\f\f\ "DOCirQ °"^ CHOICE SELECTED STOCK.
4r\J,UUU XiUOiLo, READY FOR IMMEDIATE PLANTING.
Grown in 3-inch and 4-inch pots. Send for prices.

J. Iv. Inr^IyOPf, :Blooja::i.(St>vi.re;, F*^.

Dqcl/ptc and Fern Dishes for Dinners,
UaOnC 10 Decorations, Receptions, School
Commencements, etc. in many pleasing styles,
plain and fancy; compare our Fall trade list.

PuPaC I D9VDC (Sago Palm), natural
UJbaO LCaTCO) prepared, equal to
fresh cut in appearance, according to size
at 40c., 45c., 50c., 60c. and 75c. each.

ImmnrtPJIPC white and all colors,
IIIIIIIUI ICIICO) )f2 75 the dozen, natural
yellow, $2,00; Cape flowers, best, f 1.00 the
It),, second size, 60c. the lb.; Wheat Sheaves,
Wire Designs, Wire, Foil, Picks, Wax Paper,
and all other Florists Supplies quoted in
our Illustrated Trade List, mailed free.

Metal Designs ras^VuTrsT:!"

Wreaths, Crosses, Anchors, Hearts, etc., in
green or white foliage, Address

August R'olker & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24th St., llnui Vflrl^
P.O. Station E. llCn IUI^■

PALMS— Latania, Corypha, Kentia, Cocos,
all sizes from seedlings to big show plants.

AZALEAS— Best forcing varieties.

SWEET BAYS (I.aunis «oiz7«)— stand-
ards and pyramids, finely shaped.

ARAUCARIA — e.xcelsa, compacta, glauca,
in all sizes; tine plants.

TUBEROUS BEGONIAS— In best vari-
eties, large bulbs. Stock 100,000.

GLOXINIAS— Best French varieties, in
separate colors.

ROSES — Low grafted and standards.

Lily of the Valley, extra strong German pips.

I*rlces very low on large quantities.

Fr.R.RICHTER, 126 E. 125th St., NewYork,

Importer & Sole Agent for Ed. Van Coppenolle, Alb
RlROUta, and other Belgian and German growers.

GflTflLOGUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . UARRISBUKG, PA.

ai.OOO COLEUS. VERSCHAFFELTII and GOLDEN
BEDDER (true); 10.000 COLEUS, assorted, iu .50
varieties, fine plants, pot grown, ready now, 820,00
per 1000, Cash with order,

G. F. FAIRFIELD, Florist.

SFKINGFIKLD, MASS.

Including Everblooming, Hybrid Perpetual
and Hardy Climbing, all our selection, but
standard sorts, Sl5,00 per lOOO; 2000 in one
order for f25.00.

GERANIUMS.

Double, Single. Scented and Ivy, at $15,00
per 1000, all our selection. We have one of
the finest assortments of the Bruanttype to
be found in this country, a due proportion
of these will be included in each order.

200,000 Miscellaneous Plants.

Embracing Begonias, Chrysanthemums,
Coleus, Hibiscus, Sanseviera, Jasmines, etc.,
jSlS.OO per 1000, all our selection.

Write for prices on any special sorts that you
may want. Catalogues mailed on application.

ADDRESS c. A. REESER,

SPRINGFIELD, OHIO.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for shipment from July to September.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes,

Lil. Longillorum . ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album, Etc.

Iris Kaempferi, in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Paeonies, Tree Ferns, Raphis, C)cas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to $5 each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered irom March, 1895.

For general Japanese stoct apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co..

303 to 312 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Marie Louise and Swanley White.

Perfectly healthy; very strongly rooted;
soil and sand, SS 00 per lOOO.

MELROSE SEED & FLORAL CO ,

32 S. Third Street. HARRISBURG. PA.

C^OIvJtvX_X{S» Per 100

Strong, 2-inch, in good variety $2,00

VINCA major var, . . . 2 00

Heliotrope, 2-inch, strong 2.50

Abutilon Eclipse 3.50

Lophospermum 2.50

Begonia Vernon, strong 2-inch 3.00

THOS.IA. McBETH, Springfield, Ohio.

1052

The American Florist.

May jr^

Cleveland.

The various florists who suffered dam-
age by the recent hail storm estimated
their losses as follows:

D. Charlesworth $2,000

Archibald Campbell 200

Mrs. Jane Eadie 300

Gordon Gray 50

A. Graham & Son 50

Frank Hills 800

Robert Hughes 800

Harry C.Jaynes 500

Total $4,700

There are others more or less damaged
which will raise the total loss to nearly
or quite $5,000 in round numbers. Pri-
vate greenhouses will perhaps doublethis
sum. It is safe to say it was the worst
hail storm which has visited this city, in
the memory of the writer, who has re-
sided here 57 years. A. C. Kendel.

Trees for City Use.

Ed. Am. Florist: It is very pleasant to
me to read the many favorable notices of
my essay on trees for city use, which I
read before the Pennsylvania Horticult-
ural Society. In your issue of May 3rd,
Mr. Keffer kindly refers to it, and to the
list of trees mentioned by me he suggests
the addition of the elm, box elder, Amer-
ican sycamore, hackberry and the thorn-
less (yellow) locust. I would say of these
that in our city the elm is so much
troubled with insects that I could not
recommend it. The yellow locust is too
much troubled by borers to allow of its
use, beautiful as it is. I have never seen
the box elder used as a street tree. Doubt-
less the Western form of it, which is much
more tree-like than our Eastern one,
would be good for the purpose, and I will
keep it in mind. The hackberry grows
wild with us, but, somehow, it does not
seem to be just what we want in a shade
tree. There seems hardly foliage enough.
The native sycamore is just as good a tree
as the European species. The latter,
however, is thoughttobeless liable tothe
fungus attack which so disfiguresthe nat-
ive one in some situations.

Joseph Meehan.

Germantown, Phila.

l>o not Im* <I»m-»-U».<I by IiiffTliir UlH/ler
I'ollltil, but UH« ofil^' ....

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

M»Miir;if I iircd l>y t III-

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
IIKI.I.KX II.I.K. .N. .1.

THE DIRECTORY

• • FOR 1894 . •

Is Now Ready.

PRICE S2.00.

American Florist Co.

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Rorist.

Diienslons ol tils Boi :

26 Inches loriK by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches high.

Two sectloDB.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

Manulactnrt THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

Sizes IK-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
laitener with each letter.

Tills wooden box nloely stained and vaniighed, 18x30x12,
uiade in two sections, one for eacll size letter, g;iven away n'itli lirst order of 5U0 letters.

.A.OrEISB'X'iS ■
A. Rolker & Sons, New York.
Marschuetz &, Co., 35 N. 4th St., Fhlla., Pa.
F. K. McAllister, 32 Oey St., New Vork.
A. D. Perry Hi Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,

New York.
A. Herrman. 415 E. 34th St., New Y'ork.
Kruat Kaulmauu & Co., 113 N. 4th St., PliUa.
H. Uaycrsdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for

Canada.
E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chlcaeo, 111.
Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Mason St ,

]>IUwaukee, Wis.
H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Ciii-

clnnatl, ().
T. W. Wood &, Sons, 6th and Marshall Sts.,

Klchniond, Va.
.Tns. Mck's Sons, Rochester, N. Y.
C. A. Kuehn, 1133 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
I). B. Lone, ituiralo. New York.
C. F. IliiiitlnKtim Si Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
Z. De Fiirent Ely & Co., 1034 Market St.,

Philadelphia. Fa.
Portland Seed Co., 171 3d St., Portland, Ore.
A. Herman. 415 E. 34tli St., New York,
(ieo. A. Sutherland, (!7 HromileldSt., lioston.
Welch Itrofi., No. lA ISeacoii St., Hoston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music Hall Place,

ISoston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

OUR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $4.00 per iOO.

X. F. McCAKTHY, I Addreii 13 Green St..
Treas. & Mangr. | Boston, Mass.

Addreti all corretDOndence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We bSTe a new FASTENER which we consider
a decided flacceas. Any caatomers having old atyle
fasteners which they wish to exchange, can do so
without additional coat by writing as.

These Letters are handled by

FRftNGIS' METAL STEMMING POINTS.

Latest Device for Stemming Cut Flowers
without Toothpicks and Wire.

Will keep set pieces fresh lonijer, as flower
stem is entered deep in the moist moss. Made
from solid brass, will not rust, very conven-
ient, saves valuable time and labor. You can
° Q stem flowers with these points in one-quarter
of the time as when done with toothpicks.
Will hold a pansy as well as a calla lily. Man-
ufactured by the Novelty Point Works in 5
patenteii July llih, 1893. sizes, from ,'s 'o ^ inch in diameter.

SIZK No. 1. (smallest) HO cIh. SI/.K No. 3 80 cts.

SIZE No. 3 70 cts. SIZE No. 4 110 ctH.

SIZK No. 5, (largest), per hox of 350 points 33 cts.

For sale by all leading Wholesale Sced.snien and Dealers in Florists' Supplies. Samples of all
five sizes for trial sent by mail, postpaid, on receipt of 10 c(.:its. Address

HERMANN ROLKER. Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

<;KNEI{,\I> AtiENT FOK AMEHICA AND i:i ItOI'i;.

Plkahf. tncfition the Aui'.mican I
RI8T every time you write to an ad
tiler in tlicM column*.

• i,o-
vcr-

I""-" CC.ABE

THAT \nv CAN r.i'T

20 CANE STAKES FOR 1 CENT

A foot In lenKlh l>y simply nsiiiK n sharj) saw on

a hnnille ofolir best.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO.,
30I \\ . MikIIhoii SI., II.\I.'I'I,>1<>KK, MI).

MiMitloti AiniTlenn l''lorlHl.

When you write to any of the a(i-
vertisers in this paper ^^lease say that
yoti saw the advertisement in the
American Hltjrist.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1053

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST !

Aren't you ttred going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown otT
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have got just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and IJKST thing out. "The New Departure" for
aboat half the cost of the old style. 3end for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMOPy, Evansviile, Ind.
Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse % Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Boilers made of the best of material, shell, tirebox
heets and heads of steel, water space all around
front, sides and hack). Wrtte for Information.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers o/

• CYPRESS •

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Evans' Improved GttflLLENGE
YentiiatinQ flDparatus.

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS, Richmond, Ind.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

^^ Flans and estimates furnished on application

Front view of a portion of oar exhibit at the World's Fair.
SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAQE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. . . .

LORD &. BURNHAM CO., Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

ARE YOU interested in the best modern
system of heating your Greenhouse, If
so write to us for Catalogues. We make a
specialty of greenhouse heating.

18 TYPES.

174 SIZES.

"ADVANCE" (Trade Mark.)
For Hot Water.

FOR STEAM AND HOT WATER.
I ADAPTED TO ALL KINDS OF FUEL.

American toiler Company

boston: new YORK: Chicago: Portland, ore.

195 Ft. Hill Sqr. 94 Centre St. 84 Lake SI. 127 Sixth St.

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate ol Merit
awarded lor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention'was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VEN'^ILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

^

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No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

EJ, niI>F»Aiei>, "yotangsto^jv-sa., Olilo.

ESTABLISHED

8 6 6.

MANUFACTURED

N. 5TEFFENS

335 EAST ZW ST. NEW YORK.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of grutter up.

Correspondence BOliclted. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

PATENTC

I Trade-Marks. Copyrights, Etc. ^^ g

I GHANDLEE & MflGftULEy,V-/

Atlantic Building, WASHINGTOW, D. C.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

3%\NZ

&^COMPANY--

WOODtNGPAVINO 1^ HA.LT-'TONtPHOCt!**-
ZINC CTCMINO^*t Je St WAX PPOCtSS- ■
COPPtR CTCHINO J^ ELtCTROTVPING ■ ■■

183 A\ONRpe Street-

•••CHIC3VCO- •

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER, Sec>, F. H. A.. Saddle River, N. J

HAIL

1054

The American Florist.

May 31^

Questions About Heating.

Replying to the inquiry as to how large
a tubular boiler would be needed lor heat-
ing eight houses each 20x100 and 11 feet
high, to be used tor forcing roses in the
latitude of Chicago, would say that to
maintain a temperature of 55^ to 60°
during coldest weather ten lines of 1V4-
inch pipe would be required in each house;
this, with the surface in the mains and
the allowance for friction, etc., would
make 555 square feet of heating surfa.;e
in each house, or 4-4-40 square feet in the
eight houses. To operate this amount of
surface the boiler would need to contain
about 700 square feet of beating surface
and should have 20 feet of grate surface,
which could best be provided for in a
boiler 15 feet long, 54 inches in diameter,
containing 64- 3-inch tubes, which would
be 60 horse-power.

In reply to the question propounded bj'
Mr. Geo. Ellison of Ft. Worth, Texas,
would say that probably the best method
of piping a greenhouse where the boiler is
placed on the same level with the house
IS to carry the main flow pipe upward
from the boiler to a level as near the top
of the house as convenient, relieving it at
that point with an expansion tank, and
from there carry one or more pipes
through the house above the benches,
dropping all the way to the farthest end
of the house; there divide and return un-
derneath the benches, continuing to drop
until the boiler is reached, where the pipes
can raise if necessary to enter the return
inlet of boiler. .\t the lowest point in the
apparatus there should be a valve to
draw off the water in the system should
it be necessary at any time to do so. The
pipes running along the house above the
benches can be suspended from the raft-
ers or sash bars and covered with a non-
conduction covering if the heat from same
should be objectionable.

Lincoln Pierson,
Scc'y Lord & Burnham Co.

Our Illustrations.

En. Am. Florist: — I want to express
my admiration for the superb halftones
you are constantly printing in the Flo-
rist of plants, designs, etc. Not only are
the subjects well chosen, but the photo-
graphing is accomplished with rarely good
results, as witness the beautiful details of
the adiantum and lily of the vri'lcy in the
pictures on pages 1011, 101.3 and 1015
of the current issue. The excellent en-
graving and printing result in conveying
to your readers almost a perfect repro-
duction in onccolorof thesubjcctschoscn.

Ix)ng years of labor in this ricid, to-
gether with some acquaintance with pho-
tography, enables me to appreciate very
fully the excellence of the work you are
now doing. As florist printer, with inti-
mate knowledge of the ditliculties of re-
production you arc so successfully sur-
mounting, I believe I am more than ordi-
narily able to judge the result.

J. Horace McParland.

Hnrrisburg, f'n.

K'lr o««h with unl«f.

I7ll'> IIJOoull

With IMnch liu« I tw "

l-dO "

" ifiiH!hr»uw 2,ri •'

; -rjirlMt M«t of Hlandnnl Kl»<w«r
r-.l*. •■!. . Tho rmut raw tn tlipmnrknt for
Itic morwr- 'I''»<' lowi-ot jirl"-*-* f,,r |M>tji.
HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY.
Kort KtlwMril, N. V.
Arr,rfrr Itiif.Krii A H4i.\H. AitnnU.
I» and \m Woat Mth Mrwt. Ni-w V«m CItr.

MaDtlon AiD«r1«An inonal.

%k

THE

LOCKLftND"

S^^fs^lx ;Ba^r-«»

ARE ALWAYS SATISFACTORY.

This cut represents our Improved Clipper Bar for Butted
Glass roof. No Putty required.

Mention American Blurlst.

GUTTER MaTERiaL, RIt)GES, SaSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CYPRESS used.
For circulars and estimates ADDRESS

LOGKLflND LUM5ER GO.

««

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. T^l & 719 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Uulon St., Jeraey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long; Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the finn of Sipfle Dopflfel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co.. which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwcrth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger sca^ to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage iu the
belief that we can supply just what is ueede<l at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY GO.

OFMPIOEBi

403 North Sallna Street, SYRACUSE, N. Y

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Cataloj;uc and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New BriKhton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Poltary, new Machinery, (lie very bast Clay in the Country,
and our ni'w PalanI Kilns, all cnniblned, make tlic best Standard Pot
in tlio market. Send lor price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Managor.

ICriMt I^roolcfleldt AJ;».«fli.

GREEN-HOUSE
m:ATiN(;.

MYliKSSCO.

^ r,lH«(IG20S. 9Ih SI .
PHILADELPHIA.
-■■rul for f>iitiitotfiii'
■* mill \^x^v^' lint.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Sup«rior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 & 76 Myrllo Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y.
i»«»~Sciicl for CtitiiloKUC.

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The American Florist.

1055

ESTABLISHED 1854.

Qeyine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrouo^ht Iron Hot Water Boilers.

Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-inch pipe.
Send for New List.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST.,
WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

• ■ • CHIOA-OO.

TO

TAKE

PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

HOT

AIR
PUMPING
ENGINES

A Windmill

Is unreliable because it de-
pends upon the element-
for its power ; hydraulic
rams also depend upon fav
orableconditions and waste
as much water as they se-
cure. Steam pumps require
skill and hand pumps de-
mand labor and time. The

DELflHftTER-RlDERCR
DE LAMflTER-ERICSSON

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of well. The^ are
simple, safe and relialjle,
require no steam and have
no valves. They require
very little heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.

Send/or illustrated catalogue to

The DELAMATER IRON WORKS,

87 South Fifth Av.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GASSKK-.S I'ATKNT ZINC .JOINTS for but-
ting glass makes greeiiliouseHalrand water tight; also
prevents sliding anfl breakaua' from frost. Does not
cost a.s nuifli til tieat n tioiisc blazed with the joints,
therehv .s;ivhiL' eMniit,'h in liirl to mure thaTi piiv the
adclltloiiHl cost .if tlii/lnt.-. 'the leadhig tinrlsta of the
country are using them. Write fur circulars with full
particulars and price list.

J. M. GASSER, Florist,

Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, O.

THE CHAMPION

fluwmaiilG Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far ttie
best machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated deecrlpttve
circular, which will be sent you free. (living prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and .Sifter.

Address, K, IB. WOI-^I'',

Box 114. SPRINGFIELD, O.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

IBb-ijTj \f

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
I ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
—liti Mention American Florist.

.Jjilill Ij

L. WOLFF MFG. GO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WKITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

■^2Vr4te> for X£k.-t&s-t prioes.-^.-^--^--^-*

D. H. ROBERTS,

159 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, JVE^'W 'YOU^,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FOR ROSE HOUSES. CONSERVATORIES, ETC., ETC.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

HortlGuliurai flrcniiects and Hoi Water Enoineers

Send for Catalogue, euclosiiig 4 cents in fltampB.

i«o. s-i* oanai St., pjEjw -x-oieB: oiT'sr.

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THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894
IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.
AM. FLORIST CO.

SASH LIFTEB Al HffiES

will do the work and cost you less than any other.

Send your name and address and we will

mail you description and price.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.

2-44 Freeport Street BOSTON, MASS.

Mention American B^orlst.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Seedsman.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents for

Snell's Hydraulic System of using Oil for fuel
purposes. No odor, and J^ to J^ cheaper than coal.

509 Madison Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.

t^'Send for Circular

which is absolutely perfect for modern
greenhouse construction.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES,

Send for Estlmatea. Satisfaction Guaranteed

REED GLASS CO.,

66 Warren Street, and 46, 48 & 50 College Place,
NEW YORK CITY.

105G

The American Florist.

May 31,

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. rates, etc 1(»"

American Boiler Co.. Utvi

Anthony J T HM3 IW.i

ABChmann G IW'-'

Baker Bros. IW-i

BallerKA „• IW^

Bayersdorter H * Co.ltol
Bay State Hdw Co .. 1066

BertterHU&Co 1W7

Blanc A 1*2

BobblnkLC JW3

BoosaUJosE IMS

Boston Letter Co..... V^
Brackenrldge 4 Co.... 1052

Brant *Noe IM*

Brown B S & Son8....1Wi

Brown & Cantleld lw:i

BacHbeeH W IW*

Bunting SamlJ IW'J

Burns i Raynor IWo

Burrow J G IW.'

Burton John lt»>

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JUNE 7, 1894.

No. 314

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Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
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CONTENTS

Chrysanthemums— Exhibitions 1057

— Seasonable notes 1057

Carnations— Notes . 10.58

Roses— Another pest (illus ) ... ly.5H

Orchids— Miltonia vexillaria var. Fairy Queen

(illus.) . . 10.59

Forcing Prunus Pissardi 1059

Seasonable hints . lOBO

Arrangement of flowers VI (3 illus ) . . . . 1060

Sweet peas in California 1061

A new greenhouse pest (illus.) 1062

New York 106:!

Boston 10B.S

Cincinnati 1063

Philadelphia 1064

Chicago 1064

Washiugton 106 i

St. Louis 1065

Madison, N. J 1066

St. Paul, Minn 1066

BuaSilo 1067

Jenkintown, Pa 1066

Doylestown. Pa 1067

Obituary— Thos. Lobb, Andrew Bassler . . . 1067

News Notes 1067

Expose the rogues 1067

The seed trade 1072

Cleveland 1074

Toronto 1076

San Francisco 1076

Pittsburg 1078

Crude oil for fuel 1080

Newport, R. 1 1082

A fish story 1082

Sandusky, O. — The Sandusky Floral
Co. recently sold 16,000 plants to the B.
& 0. R. R. for planting at the railway
Stations.

Coming Exhibitions.

Boston, June 20-21. Rose and strawberr\ exhibi-
tion Mass. Hort. Society.
IJosTON, Sept. 5-6. Annual exhibition of plants

and flowers Mass. Hort. Society.
Chicago, Nov. 3-9. Chrysantliemum show Hort.

Society of Chicago." W. C. |Egan, Sec'y, 620

Dearborn Ave,
Newport, R. I., I<ov. 6-8. Chrysanthemum show

Newport Hort. Society. Alex MacLellan,

See'v. Rugbies Ave.
liosToN.' NnvT 6-9. Chrysanthemum show Mass.

Hurt. Si.cii-tv. Robt. Manning, Sec'v, Horti-

cultviral Hall.
PiTTSFlELD. Mass., Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum

sliow Berkshire Coimtv Gardeners' and Flo-
rists' Club. W. M. "Edwards, Sec'v, 103

Howard St., Pittsfleld.
St. Louis, JIo., Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show

St. Louis Florists' Club. E. Schray, Sec'y,

4101 I'enns\ Ivania Ave.
Indianapolis. 'Ind., Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

sliow S(,cii4y of Indiana Florists. AV. G. Ber-

termann, Se'e'y. 37 Massachusetts Ave,
Philadelphia, Pa. .Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Pennsylvania Hort. Society. D. 1). L.

Karson. Sec'.v, Horticultural Hall." Hniad SI.
Denver. Colo.. Nov. 7-10. Clir\ saiilhi-niuin -.liow

Denver Florists' Club. Adam Kohankie, Sec y,

L.B. 375, So. Denver, Colo.
WoKCESTEit. Mass., Nov. 13-15. Chrysanthemum

show Worcester County Hort. So"ciety. Edw.

\\ . Lincoln, Sec'y.
Toronto, Ont., Nov. . Chrysanthemum sh(:i\v

Toronto Gardeners' and Florists' Ass'n. A. II.

K\vin'4, Sec'y, 85 Carlton St.
Montkk.\"l, Nov. -. Chrysanthemum show

M'lntrealGardeners'and Florists' Club. Fred

lli-iLuett, Siv'y, 62 -\ylmerSt.
l'Ko\'iiiFN( K. Iv. 1.. Nov. . Chrvsantliemuni

sli.Av Hlicide Island Hort. Society. C. W.

Sijiiih, Sec'y, 61 Westminster St.
SPKiNiiFiELD, Mass.. Nov. -. Chrysanthemum

show Hampden County Hort. Societv. W . F.

Gale, Sec'y. 23 .lohn St".
Milwaukee, Svis., Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Milwaukee Florists' Club. A. Klokuer,

Secy, 219 Grand Ave.
11.\:mii.ton. Ont.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

shciw Hamilton Agrio. Society." Walter H.

Bruce, Sec'v.

Seasonable Notes.

The spring bedding is now pretty well
advanced, and in a great many localities
almost finished, so the greenhouses may
be cleaned out and got ready for plant-
ing the chrysanthemums. And if there is
some bedding stock leit in, move it out,
lor it will be tar better off in frart.es than
in the houses.

After removing the old soil, look the
benches over carefully; and if they are
rotten tear them down and build
anew. Don't throw your weight or
spring upon them to see if they will
bear you without breaking down, and
if they are not wrecked say "I guess
they'll last another year," but remove

all the rotten wood now. It may mean a
little expense, and you can't perhaps
afford it, but the loss of a crop is far
worse than the output of a few dollars,
for benches that are what appear to be
only partly rotten are liable to break
down and let the plants and soil through;
but anyway rotten wood is a perfect har-
bor for vermin of all kinds, especially sow
bugs or wood lice. We have been told by
some very good growers that this little
chap does no injury, but we, to our sor-
row, know different, for they nearly
ruined a fine bench of Ivory for us last
fall, and we caught them in the act. They
would climb up the stem to the flower
and eat off the lower petals. I saw an
item the other day from Mr. A. W. Fox
of Mt. Pleasant, Penn., saying "D.
Maurer & Son's Cockroach Extermin-
ator" would rid the benches of this little
pest; I could not procure that make, but
tried another, "Barnard's," which the
druggist of course informed me was "just
as good," and thebugs paid no attention
to it whatever; but it is an inexpensive
experiment, and as soon as I can procure
the make advised I intend to try it.

Build your benches so that they will
hold about four inches of compost; we
have found this plenty deep enough to
carry the plants through the season, but
they will of course require top dressing
and liquid manuring and careful atten-
tion throughout the hot days of late
summer.

As soon as the cuttings are rooted take
them out of the propagating bench, and
on no account allow them to make any
appreciable growth in the sand, for wood
grown in that way is very weak and
hardens very quickly later if allowed to
dry ever so little. It is the usual custom,
we believe, to pot the cuttings into small
pots, but for the last three or four years
we have planted them in flats, in the same
manner we do our carnations; that is, if
they are going to be planted out in the
benches within six weeks. It would be a
dangerous experiment to try to carry
them much longer than that in shallow
flats, unless they were planted three or
four inches apart. We prefer this to pot-
ting, for they are much more easily han-
dled, grow stronger, do not dry out so
quickly and a man can set out as many
plants again from flats as he can from
small pots.

Societies intending to hold exhibitions
next fall have nearly all issued their sched-
ule of prizes (and those that have not
should do so at once), and you have se-
lected the varieties that you will need for
trade purposes, so you are able to map
out what you are going to grow. Plan
out now in your mind if you can, but
what is far better, on paper, just how
you are going to set your plants in the
benches, for an hour in the evening spent
in doing this will save you lots of delay
and trouble when setting the plants. I

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The American Florist.

June 7,

the benches run east and west plant the
tallest growing varieties, such as Pres.
W. R. Smith and Harry Balsley, in the
back row and grade the rows to the front
of the bench according to their heights;
or Tou can set all of a variety together in
rows across the bench, which is usually
preferable, for the plants are not as apt
to be mixed or run together when you se-
lect the stock plants in the fall. But, be
sure, ii you plant the latter way, not to
get a dwarf between two taller varieties,
or yon will draw the dwarfer one so that
the bloom will be small and the stem very
weak. In benches running north and
south plant the taller varieties at the
north end of the house. If you are in-
tending to grow any quantity of Ivory
(which you ought if you are not, for it
has not yet been equalled as a semi-early
white), plant thera in a bench by thtm-
selves,for they will stand closer planting,
and it is good economy to grow them on
what is called the Japanese system, single
stem and single flower.

Elijah A. Wood.
West Newton, Mass.

To Prevent Rest.— Dissolve one pound of sul-
phate of copper in two quarts ot amraouia in a 2-
gallonjar. When dissolved add another quart of
ammonia and ^tir well. [The liquid can be kept
in this form for some time and used as needed.]
Add a pint of this solution to a barrel of water and
syringe the plants with a force-pump everj- two
weeks. And don't let the time for spraying pass
without attending to the operation.

Carnation Notes.

About this time of year almost every
carnation grower is thinking of adding
to his glass, quite a number are starting
in new, and a few remarks about houses
may not be amiss. There are almost as
many different ideas as *o the proper
house for carnations as there are grow-
ers. I do not claim that mine are right,
but my houses are turning me out fine
carnations, and they at least are not
wholly bad.

For colored sorts the best houses with
me are those running north and south.
These arc built on the ridge and furrow
plan and they are nine feet wide, with a
two foot path under each gutter plate;
this gives a good lx;d in the center seven
feet wide and away from all drip and
shade from the sides. Vou will of course
understand that there arc no partitions
l«:twccn these houses. The pathsareduj-
out about eighteen inches to two fcctan(l
bricked up; resting on these bricks are up-
rights that support a cross piece which
supports the gutter; these arc all iron.
The uprights are Ix-st made of inch and n
<|uartcr pii>c and the cross piece of solid
iron; they will then stand as long as the
roof lasts, and make a very neat interior.
Houses of thib width do not nerd any
|iurlin(, as the roofholds itself easily. Six
or eight houses of this style in a block
make n first-class nrrnngcment, as their
)>cing all open insures a good circulation
of air all through them, which contrib-
utes greatly to the health of the plants.
It Is not necessary to go Into the details
ot building, but I would suggest that the
gutters \x made as narrow as practicable,
•<! that they do not cast much shnde.
The material should all \k good, (.'scfirtt

ULRIOH BRUNNER BUD AFFECTED BY THE NEW PEST

quality of double thick glass and put the
ventilators on the west side of the house,
a continuous ventilator running the
whole length of the house and openingat
the ridge. Ventilation and sunlight are
very important features in carnation cul-
ture.

I am not prepared with data to say
whether or not those houses will make as
many flowers from the same variety as
the three quarter span houses will, but
there is a very slight difference, if any,
either way, and the plants seem to be
healthier and require a little less labor in
such houses than they are and do in the
three quarter span houses.

Anyone building but one or two houses
will do better to select the thrtc-(|u;vrtcr
span, as such houses as above described
are not so good unless you have a block
ofthem. Thethrce-quarterspan house has
been written up so often th.it It is not
necessary to make any comnicnts on the
building of it. Oulte a number of the
growers arc favoring the lonijspanto the
north method of building these houses,
which enables them to be built together
without much disadvantage. In these
houses I follow the same plan except that
I build mine all with the long side to the
south and each house twenty feet away
from the other. In place of having a bed
or l>cnch along the south side we put a
two-foot path along that side, anti give
the carnations the benefit of the best
j)art of the house In the center. These
nouses should have ventllatinii on the
sl<les as well as on the top, so tli.it wluii
the warm spring days come one has
plenty of It.

In building a greenhouse you do not
w'lnt to be too economical, as yon will
l>c more than likely to grow che.ip Mow-
ers in cheap houses, and cheap (lowers
are a nuisance everywhere, to the man
that grows them, as well as to the man
who sells lliem. If you cannot |iut up a
good house and grow good flowers you

will be far better off a year from now to
have gone to work for some one at a fair
salarv. It takes but a glance over the
market leports to see that competition is
going to be livelier everj' year, and it is
well to remember that even the market
reports (that is the quotations of prices)
are as a rule higher than the actual returns
to the grower.

On account of the heavy rains we have
been getting, through this state at least,
carnations arc growing very fast, and
they will need watching to see thjit they
do not suffer for want of topping, and
that they are kept well cultivated and
clean. A. M. IIerr.

Another Pest.

Several forcers of hybrid roses have
been experiencing consider.ible trouble
and loss from dainagecaused by the larva
of a winged midge which Is as yet un-
familiar to entomologists Our Illustra-
tion shows a bud of Ulrlcli Hrunncr as it
appears when inlcsted. The grub is very
imItiiiIc but in;iy be seen by closcexamlna-
tioii 111 the under side of the deformed bud
while It Is in a very young state, but by
the time It has attained the size of a \Ka.
the grill) disappears. Those who have
been troubled with the pest say that it
never m:ikes its ap[)earance except on
late lorced hybrlfis, that is those that
should bloom In April and May. The
liud generally turns yellow and drops off,
but In the case of very strong growing

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1059

MILTONIA VEXILLARIA VAR. FAIRY QUEEN.

varieties such as Magna Charta it some-
times attains a sort of one sided half
developed bloom, but which is useless as a
cut flower. Prof. Riley of the Division of
Entomology of the U. S. Department of
Agriculture, to whom specimens of the in-
fested buds have been submitted, says
that the adult form of the insect is yet un-
known to entomologists, and that no pre-
cisely similiar case has ever been called to
his attention. His advice is to burn the
infested buds that contain the larvfe and
also suggests that a top dressing of Kain-
nit applied to the soil about the infested
buds would destroy themaggots. If any
of our readers should notice this damage
later during the present or next year the
entomologist will consider it a favor if
they will send specimens for his examina-
tion.

Miltonia vexillaria var. Fairy Queen.

The illustration does not convejr any
idea of the true beauty of this orcbid.
Many varieties have cropped up these

past few years from importations; includ-
ing the brilliant colored radiata, the
bright Augusta Victoria, the immense
forms stupenda and Joseph Godseff, the
choice coronna marked Amesiana and the
several white forms, alba and Cobbiana,
all beautiful; but the subject under notice.
Fairy Queen, is purity itself

It was introduced by Sander & Co.,
and was sold to Mr. Ames. A choice
piece three years ago having two small
bulbs, it has now five flowering growths
and carried about fiftv flowers. The flow-
ers are medium, the lip absolutely white,
the crest yellow with fine radiating lines
of yellow spreading through the lip, the
sepals white, petals faintly flushed pink
on opening but the pink disappears. Two
years ago the flowers did not have a par-
ticle of coloring in petals.

We grew the plant during the time it
was developing its flowers in a shady and
warmer part of the cattleya house, since
which time we have continually grown it
in the odontoglossum house at the more
exposed end. The temperature during
winter was, night 50° to 55°, day 58° to
60°. I find all vexillariums grow well
under these conditions, always giving
plenty of atmospheric moisture and ven-
tilating freely on favorable occasions. We
drench them overhead and they enjoy it.
We are not troubled with yellow thrips;
we have them sponged thoroughly prob-
ably three times a year. Our season of

vexillariums extends from early April un-
til September. After the larger type has
rinished flowering the smaller and higher
colored type rabella follows and they
come at a season when orchid flowers are
scarce. Wm. Robinson.

North Easton, Mass.

Forcing Prunus Pissardi.

It is probable that, now it has proved
so amenable to early forcing, it will be-
come as popular in early spring as in the
open air in summer. It is a lovely shrub
with beautiful foliage of a ruddy tinge,
but not so deep as they will become later
on. The flowers are produced in great
profusion, and shaped as other cherry
blossoms. They are of a delicate blush
white. The flowers resemble those of
Prunus cerasifera, of which no doubt it
is a variety. I understand this variety
does not come true from seed, as green-
leaved seedlings have been produced.

A.J. E.

Dr. Wm. Trelease has just issued a
brief but comprehensive monograph on
Leitneria Floridana, an interesting but
little known tree chiefly found in the Flo-
rida swamps. Like all the publications
of the Missouri Botanical Garden it is
fully illustrated. It will be reprinted in
the sixth annual report.

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June 7,

Seasonable Hints.

I have frequently endeavored to remind
my friends in the trade not to let out their
fires until the 1st of June, or even later
should an extraordinarily cool vs-et spell
occur, as it has this year. And this is
good advice for any year. From my ob-
servations locally i have seen the loss of
many thousands of fine geraniums, trusses
and leaves rotting and turning yellow,
roses mildewing, and even carnations
standing still, coleus losing all their bright
coloring, for which alone they are attract-
ive, all this tor lack of n little fuel, and
care. I am not saying that carnations
have needed fire heat for seven or eight
weeks, but the last week of May, just
when the flowers paid well, the temper-
ature of the houses was 40° to 45°. A
ton of coal then would have paid its cost
many times over.

You will be in the rush of business now,
and very liable to neglect a few important
operations. Don't forget thepoinsettias.
Those you started into growth early in
April will now have made growths four
to six inches long. Find time to cut off
the young shoots, and leave enough of
the young growth on the old plant to
break and make a decent plant. The
young growths with two or three joints
■will, if put in the sand and kept continu-
ally moist, and never allowed to wilt,
root in about twenty days and if potted
and grown along make the best of plants
for next Christmas trade. After being
potted ofl^ from the sand and well rooted
in small pots they should have full expos-
ure to the sun either inside or out. I keep
the young plants always under glass.
The old plants and plants struck from the
dormant wood in April do better plunged
outside on a dry bottom, and remain
there until the end of September, or until
danger of frost.

There should be no delay in getting your
azaleas out of doors, either plunged in a
frame on some material such as tan baik,
spent hops, or coal ashes, if you have
nothing better. Large growers of azaleas
plant them out in some good soil, or soil
that is thoroughly friable, and cover the
surface of the ground with hay or some
other mulching; whichever you do watch
them closely during the hottest time, and
never let them suffer from extreme dry-
ness. Don't spare the hose on them, a
good skillful sy I inging will help wonderful-
ly to keep down spider, thrips and mealy
bug. Try and handle a hose as expertly
as some of you do a pen, realize that all
the pests which succumb to cold water
arc on the under side of the leal, and the
spray must be directed to that part of the
plant. Some may wonder innocently why
these little pests (to us) si ould always be
underneath the leaf. It is simply because
they could not exist on top; the rains
would have exterminated the races long
before florists Ixrgan to think of anti-pests.
In fact they arc like all other animate
nature, of whatever kind or condition,
cither animal or vcgelable, they did not
find a place or surroundings cspi-cially
made for them, but suited thcmHclvcs to
their surroundmgs, and so survived.

Hydrangeas that were propagated in
February, and arc now in 2'/j or 3 inch
pots should Ik: planted out at once. A

food rich soil that is not too heavy will
O. They should l>e stop[K-d once In-fore
planting, or soon after planting. I have
t»ecn vtry successful the past two years
by planting them in a violet house about
thistimcofyenr. There was .''•inches of soil
in which the violets had Ik-cm growing,
and with the addition of a good lllfcr/il
allowance of bone meal the hydrangeas

did finely. In the house you have full con-
trol of them, and can keep them well sup-
plied with water and syringe. Young
plants from 2V'2-iach pots now should
give you fine plants in 6inch pots with 4
and 5-inch large flowers by next May.

It is not too early to remind you to plant
out a few of everything you need for
future stock. A few plants will be suffi-
cient of many kinds, but get them out
and growing. Many retail greenhouse
men can ornament their grounds with the
very stock that they want for next year,
and it behooves them to do so, for if they
make handsome and attractive beds they
will have advertised the plant they want
to sell, and will have plenty of it to sell.
Carpet bedding in our locality seems
sadly on the wane; it's had its
day, although beautiful and in good
taste in some places. Don't place
too much dependence on the little
needs but plant out plenty of good gera-
niums for next fall's propagation, for old
as they are they have a firmer grip on the
public favor than ever.

Another plant that is greatly in favor,
and without doubt will be for some years
is the Crozy canna in all its wonderful
variety. Buy them now for your stock;
a plant bought now and planted in rich
soil is good (with proper management) to
make half a dozen for next spring's
sale. This is much cheaper than buying
the half dozen next spring.

When you plant out a permanent bed
of roses, or if you don't do that select
some end of a house for a few plants of
Swainsona galegifolia alba. It is one of
the most useful plants for the general
florist that has been brought to notice
lately. It is just like a small sweet pea
(not very small) and is continually in
flower. The flowers last well when cut.
It should be tied up or supported to a
pillar or post, but cannot be called a
climber. A temperature of 45° to 50° at
night will suit it well, and it likes and
needs a good rich soil; a good tur*^y loam
with a fourth or fifth of rotten manure
will grow it, but there is no secret in
growing it, only get a few plants and
plant them out where they can remain a
yearortwo, without beingdisturbcd. You
will find it invaluable. Wm. Scott.

Arrangement of Flowers.

VI.
DRESS BOUQUETS.

One of the most popular uses of flow-
ers is for personal adornment. As is but
natural the ladies are the largest buyers
of flowers to be so used, and not only
docs she use by far the largest part of the
material for such purposes, but nine times
out often will she also prefer to be her
own artist in the arrangement. There is
no denying the fact tliat the average
woman is a better judge of color combi-
nation than the average florist, at least
so far as harmony in color of flowers and
dress goods is concerned. Of coursctherc
arc exceptions to most rules. Not every
woman dresses in the best taste, but in a
gener.'il way you may trust a woman to
select the proper thing. Now if our deal-
ings were altogether with the fair sex we
would find little to worry al)out except
that you might be expected to trot out
your stock of m-vcral hundred roses and
other m.'iteiial, whercfroni (if sntidfac-
tory ) to select .'! or 4 buds; and in sonie
cases, accoriling to directions, you nii^ht
also be commisaioned (subject to altera-
tions) to arrange the same. Itut fortu-
nately, or unfortunately, jiiHtasj'ou lake
it, here is the masculine member of society
to deal with. As a rule you find him a

most liberal being, cspcciallj- before he is
married. He will come and throw down
a five dollar note with the direction to
fix something to wear, say a dozen or
two of red roses. "What colored dress is
the lady to wear?" Bless your soul, that
simple matter has never entered his head.
He will be able to describe the lady's eyes,
and — yes, surely his lady has a lovely
dark complexion and you know that red
roses ought to lie very becoming — why,
certainly, he is sure of it now, for didn't
she wear a red rose in her hair the other
night, and wasn't it perfectly stunning?
If you are a wise man or woman and
value your reputation you will quietly
drop your five dollar note inyour drawer
and send the money's worth of loose
roses in a box and substitute one-half of
difl'erent shades, and trust to the lady to
select the proper color. She will most
likely use but a small portion of them,
and enjoy the rest by placing them in a
vase in her room. And here comes the
married man in a great rush. He has
been commissioned by his better half to
order some kind of flower, blessed if he
hasn't forgotten the particular kind.
With his mind, as is most likely, on the
wheat oit or the corner on pork, what
else could you expect? Dress? Well, he
has a fleeting recollection that the bill for
the same was some $200, but such a
small matter as color! But stop! He
recollects it isn't black and it isn'trednor
blue, green or yellow but something be-
tween alt of them. So there you have it.
Let a man alone for describing the color
of a dress. But enough! We only wish
to emphasize the importance of color
harmony in flowers and dress. It is not
our purpose at present to go into this
subject of color combination at length,
reserving this fruitful topic for a future
article.

Let us now consider the arrangement
of the various styles. As fashion contin-
ually changes in the style of dresses, so
also in a less degree there are changes in
the forms and size of dress bouquets.
Some years agocorsageand belt bouquets
of enormous size were considered the cor-
rect thing. It was no uncommon sight
in those times to see a frail little damsel
fairly staggering along on the streets un-
der the weight of a dozen or two of Am.
Beauty roses. From a business point of
view we may regret that at the present
day fashion has gone almost to the other
extreme, but from the standpoint of
good taste we must condemn the ridicu-
lous practice of wearing those enormous
bunches, often made of the largest and
coarsest flowers to be found, which gave
the wearer the appcirancc of a walking
flower garden.

The size of the bunch worn at present
varies of course in accordance to the taste
of the wearer, although we seldom sec a
bunch now-a-days with more than a
dozen of the smallest roscsor proportion-
ately less of the larger varieties. The
large roses, such as lleautiesnnd hybrids,
also pa-onies, clirysaiithcnnims .-md other
large forms of flowers, ;ire generally
worn as single spicimens, or at least not
more tlian 2 or .'i in a cluster, whicli are
not subject in a general way to any par-
ticular arrangement. Of the smaller va-
ricliis in roses let us consider several dif-
ferent styles and forms, such as arc in
demand at present.

Our first illustration shows a style gen-
crfilly ternu-d "corsage," although the
word corsage is often applied to .-ill the
other forms of dress bouquets. A typical
arr;iii).;enienl in this class isthconcshown
on the right hand side of our picture made
ill long spray form. This is made o(

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Illustration No. l.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS

Bridesmaid roses and adiantum fronds,
but of course the color or variety of our
material must be varied to be in harmony
with our object. Themanner of arrange-
ment is so simple that it can be seen by a
glance and very little description is neces-
sary. First of all be careful to break off
all the thorns from the rose stems, asthere
is great danger of tearing the dress with
them, not to speak of the annoyance of
pricking delicate fingers in handling them.
If these arrangements, as is most likely,
are to be worn at receptions or balls where
there is often a crush with danger of hav-
ing every bud broken off in the first five
minutes, it is best to run a wire through
the calyx of the rose and wind around
the stem in the manner shown in our
article on stemming. In such a bouquet,
however, it is almost impossible to
arrange the flowers so that the wire will
not show more or less, particularly after
being worn a little while, when some of
the flowers become disarranged , and there-
fore is objectionable. For tying these bou-
quets we prefer thread or silkaline to wire
as the latter, if the flowers are wet, is
very apt to injure the dress. These re-
marks apply to all the other rose arrange-
ments as well, as all of them differ only in
form.

The left hand spray, as seen on our
first plate, is composed of Mme. Pierre
Guillot roses and adiantum.

The second plate shows a bunch of La
France and adiantum on the right, and
on the left a cluster of three Kaiserin
roses with buds and foliage and no addi-
tional green.

The third illustration is of a bunch of
Tidal Wave carnations and Asparagus
plumosus, one of valley and its own foli-
age, and one of Nellie Jaynes sweet peas
and adiantum.

But as the ladies' dress bouquet has
grown smaller and more modest so in the
same degree has the gentleman's bouton-
niere asserted itself until it has become of
a size to be a formidable rival to the
former. For swell occasions a modest
rose bud or carnation isn't in it any more.
Happy is the dude in the chrysanthemum
season, for then he can indulge to his
heart's content (if he has the price) by
purchasing a bloom as large as a good
sized saucer. Unfortunately the chrysan-
themum is not always in season, but the
enterprising florist is equal to any emer-
gency and he is ready to manufacture out
oi carnations (white lor evening wear) a
rosette as large as a cabbage if so desired.
Of all the abominations that have ever ap-
peared on the horizon of fashion this is
about the worst. We have often thought
that if we were able to put oureye on the
fellow who invented this dainty arrange-
ment we should be tempted to shy a brick
at his head.

As to the "arrangement," take a number
of good sized carnations from half to a
full dozen or more, strip off the calyx and
pull out the seed pod, then wire the
remaining leaves together and form the
whole into a ball, the laiger the better,
and there you are, right in the swim!

Another style much in favor in the winter
season is a similar arrangement of violets,
anywhere Jrom 25 to 100 in the bunch.

We must however acknowledge that
the majority of men have better sense
and taste. For those we recommend a
single bud or half blown rose with a leaf
behind it, or a carnation without any
green, a doz.'n blooms of violets with a
leaf or two of their own foliage, or a
couple of sprays of valley, also with a
small leaf at the back.

Sweet Peas in California.

I have just returned from a visit to the
California seed growers. Although I was
especially invited by C. C. Morse & Co.
of Santa Clara, whose acreage puts them
at the head of the list, and spent my time
chiefly with them, I was warmly welcomed
by the Sunset Seed Co. at Menlo Park,Men-
lo Park Nurseries of M. Lynch, J. H. Kim-
berlin of Santa Clara, and F. E. Grey of
Alhambra. The Morse company and Mr.
Kimberlin have both been extensive veg-
etable seed growers for years, the former
having to-day over twelve hundred acres
in vegetable seed, the latter being best
known as a grower of onion seed. The
other three are practically in flowers and
flower seed. The Sunset Seed Co. are an
outgrowth of Timothy Hopkins' beauti-
ful estate and park at Menlo Park, and
Mr. Lynch, formerly Mr. Hopkins' gar-
dener, has now gone by himself extens-
ively into cut flowers, and the growing
of the particular seed of which I want to
write. F. E. Grey at Alhambra has taken
into his employ Mr. Haettel, who was a
year ago in the business for himself

My visit was in the general interest of
sweet peas, the seed of which has now
become an important California product.
Sixty tons of the one hundred needed in
this country will this year be grown by
these five named growers. With your
permission I want to write three chapters
on this visit, in one of them discussing
the present status of growing the seed,
and points involved in this new American
seed product; in another discussing the
list of varieties, and showing how now
the time is come to cut it down from
about seventy to fifty named sorts with
great advantage all around. The third
chapter I will hastily write first to get it
to you in time for the Seedsman's Con-
vention, and make it simply a brief re-
port of what I saw.

I have both come away very enthusi.
astic myself about the way they are tak.
ing hold of this branch of seed growing
and have left them in an equally enthusil
astic condition. The day I left. May 24
a special meeting of the California State'
Floral Society was held at San Francisco,
at which, besides a good attendance of
the members, the four largest growers of
seed were present. A magnificent exhibit
of the finest varieties covered the tables,
and I went over such points in their his-
tory and development as were interest-
ing and important. While I have spoken
before several large Eastern societies on
the sweet pea I have never spoken under
circumstances of more enthusiasm, or
where I felt more good would come of it
than right there with the Menlo Park and
Santa Clara growers closely observing
each point. Each grower represented
from forty to two hundred acres of the
different varieties. The latest varieties
were there shown in liberal bunches, and
blossoms of a size that cannot be seen
outside of California. The growers there
saw the true and finest type of each, and
saw the standard to which thtir seed
stock must be brought, and the types to
which they must rogue every acre. It was
a simple matter to correct what few mis-
takes they had been making in the names

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of the varifties. And in my visit to them
all I could see that the conditions of soil
and climate are about as perfect as can
be for the best sweet pea seed. The soil
is of course deep and rich, and of that
heavy texture favorable to this fJower.
I went again and again over the Morse
seed ranches, one of them having thirteen
hundred acres solid of different kinds of
seed. To stand on a water tank and look
over its immense blanket of color, every
square rod occupied and worked at its
best, blocked out with acres of this and
acres of that, squads of Chinamen busy
as bees, and doing exactly as they are
told — a single seed ranchrequiring40,000
bushels of onions to be set for seed, also
cabbage seed, lettuce seed, spinach seed,
carrot seed, etc., so that if youcould look
over their orders from the big seed houses
in Detroit and Philadelphia you would
see in one man's order 15,000 pounds of
this, and 12,000 pounds of that! And
now the experimental stage of growing
sweet pea seed is past with them. Soil
being all right, they have experimented
with the season. This year's crop was
planted in December, but the next crop
will probably go in as early as October,
for this will bring the vines along so that
they will be ready to bloom as soon as
the rains cease, which will be about May
1, and they will seed early, the earlier the
better. The coolness of the California
nights is very favorable for this flower.
They are not cramped for room, and
therefore they plant in rows from three to
four feet wide, with two seeds dropped
every fifteen inches or solikecornin a hill.
With a reputation for the most reliable
vegetable seeds, they are now more anx-
ious to supply sweet peas at their very
Ixst than the seed house or the floral pub-
lic are to get them.

In my next chapter I want to stand im-
partially between the seedsman and the
grower, plainly setting forth, what I
have already said to the growers in per-
son, the next hundred tons of sweet peas
should be in quality and on the other
hand setting before the seedsman his part
of the problem, in which he can help the
grower, or in other words suggesting how
the seedsman can discourage the efforts
that I know the growers are disposed to
make in improving their seed stock and
in severe roguing, by imagining that the
large acreage means another drop on bot-
tom prices, when it may mean, what I
have seen on this visit, a roguing out of
half the vines to make the stock pure.
We are going to drop the common sweet
peas out, and the improved sortsare now
brought up to such form and size and del-
icate colorings that every year now will
demand a Beverity of roguing that here-
tofore has been unknown. These fine
flowers do not hold themselves up to their
high types, but our growers will hold
them up if our seedsmen will fairly con-
sider the situation and discuss prices not
according to the apparent average, but
according to the high class of work which
will be put on them. This year's Califor-
nia crop will send out a good deal of
cheap seed, for it will take another year
to get sufficient stocksof some of the best;
but the growers I have visited arc ready
for thorough work, with expert hands to
do it.

I for one have no patience with the idea
that sweet pens are just now a "fnd;"
cheap seed will soon make the "fad" a
short-lived one. Hut a jjcrmnncnt era of
thorough work on this flower ii nt hand.
A growing trade of the Ix-tterclass is rap-
idly showing up. I con promise every
lover of this flower the finest weds of the
fineal tort*, ii oil together, amateur and

florist and seedsman, will show their ap-
preciation of the work which the growers
are now ready to put on it.

I do not want to convey the impres-
sion that the entire acreage of all the
growers is this year in all respects satis-
factory. Here and there they have un-
wittingly planted a deteriorated seed
stock, not knowing how rapidly the
highly developed varieties run back by
the inbreeding which is pecuHar to the
sweet pea. It is an advantage for some
flowers to cross fertilize naturally with
each other, tor, while it produces a mixed
blood, it doubtless gives continual vigor
to the plant stock; but left to itself the
sweet pea is nothing but a natural in-
breeder, each blossom being independent
and shedding its pollen at a very early
stage. To the grower this means that he
must take the greatest pains in saving
his seed stock. Now and then I saw an
acre and asked "What was this planted
for?" "It was sent by so and so as Pur-
ple Prince to be grown for them." But
it had been allowed to run back till it had
ceased to be Purple Prince. The Countess
of Radnor, so delicate in its beautiful lav-
ender shade, gravitates rapidly back to a
reddish mauve and then comes out like
its inferior parent stock. The Queen.
Eckford has been ten and fifteen years in
bringing his beautiful varieties up to their
magnificent type; but if left to inbreed
they are lost before we know it. If a seed
house sends its own stock to be grown
that is their 1 jokout. If the seed house
wants a guarantee on the grower's stock
they must find out whether the grower
has an intelligent idea of the nature of
this flower and has sharpeyes and expert
hands directing this branch of seed grow-
ing. The growers now are alive to the
situation. If anybody wants such varie-
ties as Painted Lady, Light Blue and
Purple, Dark Striped Purple, Crown
Princess of Prussia, Common White,
Common Scarlet, etc., they can be grown
by the ton with as little care as vetches,
for they are simply old original sorts with
the persistent plebeian vigor of undevel-
oped fl jwers. They are the weeds of the
improved swet pea. I came away with
the assurance that the California grow-
ers are now ready to grow from the tru-
est seed stock and supply us with the best
varieties, and their disinterested cordial-
ity is such that nobody need "kick" if
for another year everything is not just
right, for they will strain every nerve to
make every pound of seed hereafter what
it should be. I anticipate the most pleas-
ant and uninterrupted correspondence
with themdiscussingevcry variety, which
on my part will be simply a disinterested
enthusiasm for this flower.

A word in closing about the two new
American varieties, the Emilv Ilcnderoon
and the American Belle. There will be
some complaint again this year about
the germinating quality of the former. I
find on returning home that of the sev-
eral plantings of diff.Tcnt stocks of this
variety it still germinates poorly. I snw
the game thing in California. But I still
have great faith in it. I saw acres of it
that were in splendid condition, and that
left no ciuestion of its merit as a vigorous
white. I think in n year or two it will
do as well as any variety. It is impossi-
ble to Hcc why the seed of it that is now
l>cing grown docs not promise as well as
any other.

The American Belle sported last year,
but the seed this year, much to the sur-
prise of the growers, produces a very fine
strain of the Klanchc I'erry. Such vines
as do come true to the American Belle do
so from the very start, but only a few of

them. It will require more time to fix
the new type so as to hold. California
bids fair to give us some fine new sorts,
but they will hereafter go slower.

W. T. HUTCHINS.

A New Greenhouse Pest.

The last of April this spring we received
some insects from the superintendent of
the grounds of the Detroit Water Works,
with the following letter accompanying
them.

"Deak Sir: Early last season we were very
luuch troubled with insects like the enclosed.
They attacked geraniums first and we came very
near losing our entire stock, although by liberal
use of fir-tree oil and tobacco juice, we finally got
the better of the pest. Now it has got into < iir
greenhouses. As it is very destructive and dififer-
ent from anything we have ever been bothered
with I take the liberty ol asking you if you are
acquainted with the creature. They seem to sting
ana poison the leaves like the cjleus and helio-
trope I send you. Although they resemble the
firefly. I do not think they are as we have never
noticed them evenings when fireflies are apt to
show themselves." E- A. Scribner.

This is still another departure for the
quite well known yellow lined leaf bug,
Pmcilocapsus lineatus Dr. Lintner has

V*ellow lined leaf bug much enlarged with a line
on the right sliowing the natural size. The bug
is a light yellow where the drawing shows white.

reported the sam; insect as nearly de-
stroying a bed of dahlias for a New York
florist, and he also records their work on
such plants as morning glory, phlox,
chrysanthemums, pinks, geraniums, day
lily, sweet pea, burning bush, soap-wort
and snapdragon. The bug is perhaps
best known on currant bushes where it
often punctures the leaves so that they
turn yellow, wither, and drop off in early
summer. It is also very abundant on
tansy, mint, pigweed, and plantain at
times, but these plants we can well spare.

Including all these plants, and those
mentioned in the letter, we see that the
bujj is a very general feeder and one that
should be known and watclicd. If at any
time it is found outside, care should be
used not to carry it inside the greenhouse
in any form, as it may produce sad havoc.
The bug breeds on the plants where feed-
ing, and the shy young wingless bugs,
muili like the older ones except smriUcr,
may be e.isily overlooked in tr.inalcrring.

In reply to Mr. Scribner's letter, kero-
sene emulsion at the r.-iteof one jmrt kero-
sene in every fiurteeii was recoiii mended,
though rather hesitatingly for fear it
might injure some of the more tender
plants. A reply from him a few days ago
stated that the emulsion li.id proved en-
tirely satisf.ictory and the greenhouse
was iirnctically cleared ol the bugs.

Agric. College, Mich. G. C. Davis.

I'l.HASi'. mention the Amkkican I"i,orisT
every time you write to an advertiser.

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Illustration no 2.
arrangement op flowers.

New York.

There was a good demand for flowers
on Monday and Tuesday, but on Wed-
nesday, Decoration Day, nothing was do-
ing. The 34th street market was a very
lively place early on Tuesday. There was
lots of stock and it sold briskly, particu-
larly the more showy grades such as paeo-
nics and lilies. Outdoor stock did not fig-
ure as it has in previous years, as the rain
of the past week destroyed many of the
flowers that usually help to fill in on Dec-
oration Day. This contributed to make
a better demand than would otherwise
have been experienced for roses and car-
nations, and the wholesale houses were
kept quite busy the first two days, but in
general the supply was fully equal to the
demand.

Roses found a ready sale at a slight ad-
vance over prices of last week when of ac-
ceptable quality, but there was an unus-
ual lot of miserable stufi sent in, covered
with mildew and in bad shape generallv,
which was sold with difficulty at rubbish
prices and that was all it was worth.
American Beauties were quite plentiful
and sold at from $3 to $20 per hundred ac-
cording to quality. Outdoor Jacqs began
to come in on Monday and brought from
$3 to $4, while Meteors went as high as
$8 if clean and good. Carnations, of
which there was a good supply, found an
easy outlet at good prices, running all the
way from $1 to $4 per hundred accord-
ing to variety and quality. On an aver-
age carnations were of better quality
than is usual at this season. After the
early rush on Tuesday trade came to a
standstill and there it remains ever since.
The supply of flowers is not heavy, the
dark cool weather holding it back, but a
da\ or two of sunshine will bring us
round to ordinary summer conditions.

The retailers did not seem to be gener-
erally busy. Some say that they had a
fair Decoration Day trade but none claim
that there wasanyincreaseoverlastyear.
Those in the immediate vicinity of the
cemeteries were naturally kept quite busy.
Much of their trade, however, was in

plants and many of them complain that
this branch although brisk was not satis-
factory on account of the prevailing low
prices, which are fully one-third lo wer than
last year. The retail trade no doubt suf-
fered considerable on account of the rainy
weather which prevailed previous to the
holiday.

Wm. H. Rand has left the employ of
Aug. Rolker & Sons.

Boston.

Decoration Day trade was unexpectedly
good. Prices went up into the steep fig-
ures on many things but in spite of this
everything was sold out clean. Some of
the growers hit it just right on astilbe,
stocks and such flowers and got better
than Easter figures for it. To look at the
store windows and eventhestreet fakirs'
stands one might almost be persuaded
that the bouquet era had returned. Bou-
quets were all the go and it mattered but
little what they were made of. Deutzia,
weigelia, rhododendrons and some spi-
raas were the main stock of outdoorsup-
ply. There were a few lilacs and poet's
narcissus which came from somewhere up
north and gardenias which came from far
south, but these cut no figure. Lily of the
valley was very scarce and on roses and
carnations prices were trebled several
days beforehand and they remained there
without a break until the last. Every-
body seems well satisfied with the results
of the flower trade except some of the out
of town peoplewhohadto get carnations
from the city and felt pretty sore over
having to pay three and four dollars per
hundred for pretty slim looking stock.
Dried and artificial flower designs did not
seem to sell as well as usual and some
dealers had quite a stock left on their
hands.

This has been a busy season at the Ar-
nold Arboretum. Mr. Dawson estimates
that no less than 75,000 or 80,000 shrubs
have been planted out this spring. The
new study grounds where a single speci-
men of each species and variety will be
planted each in its own botanical order

for the purpose of study and comparison
are being rapidly laid out. The beds are
twelve feet wide and nearly eight hun-
dred feet long each, and would make a
total length of about three miles if joined
end to end.

The results of Prof. Sargent's trip to
Japan are beginning to show now in the
immense number ofyoung trees and shrubs
produced from seeds collected by him at
that time. Of azaleas alone there are
about 20,000 seedlings comprising agreat
many species and forms, some of which
have not yet been identified as ever before
in cultivation. It is confidently expected
that a race of hardy Azalea Indica will be
obtained, for these seeds were collected on
high mountains where the climate is as
cold as prevails here, the only difierence
being that they have more snow there.
The Azalea mollis, which is perfectly
hardy, came from the same districts.

Mr. Dawson calls attention to an intef'
esting instance of the value of grafting
where several plants from seed of the Or-
egon larch are growing side by side with
specimens of the same, grafted on the
Japan larch (Larixleptolepis) with scions
trom the former, and the grafted trees al-
though six years younger are already
fully twice the height of the original and
of much finerform.

The fall blooming Astilbe japonica
which excited so much interest last year
has proved perfectly hardy and is evi-
dently constant in its peculiar period of
blooming, as there is no indication of
flower buds to be seen yet on the plants.
It is a great acquisition. Deutzia parvi-
flora, a pretty open flowered species with
blooms of purest white, is held in high es-
teem by Mr. Dawson, who recommends it
as a valuable sort for early forcing for cut
flowers. A new pink flowered deutzia
from Yunnun, China, is very attractive
but is of doubtful hardiness north of Phil-
adelphia.

At a recent meeting of the stockholders
of the Gurney Hot Water Heater Co., of
Boston, Mass., it wasvoted that the name
of the Company be changed to the Gur-
ney Heater Manufacturing Co., instead of
as heretofore the Gurney Hot Water Heat-
erCo. Thecompany therefore, will on and
alter the first of June be known under the
title of the Gurney Heater Manufacturing
Co. The officers of the company are, Ed-
ward Gurney, President; John A. Fish,
Vice-President; John M. Paisley, Treasu-
rer, and Wm. T. Isaac, Secretary. The
company state that as they have added
to their list of manufactures steam boil-
ers and steam radiation, and inasmuch as-
the former designation of the company
had limited its apparent operations to
water heating apparatus, they decided tO'
change its name slightly as above, in or-
der to specify without radical alteration
more fully and broadly the field of its fu-
ture operations.

Cincinnati.

B. P. Critchell & Co., one of the oldest
florist firms in our city, made an assign-
ment on May 31st to Mr. Chas. E.
Bro wn . The liabilities arc said to be about
$20,000, and the assets are not yet
known. Dull trade is given as the cause
of failure. Mr. Critchell has been in busi-
ness here for some thirty years and is one
of the best known men in the trade in this
city. It is thought that he will yet be
able to adjust all claims. The appraisers
appointed are Messrs. Frank Pentland of
Lockland, 0., and T. W. Hardesty andE.
G. Gillett of Cincinnati. The appraisers
began work Monday, June 4.

Mr. John Bertermann, of Bertermami

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June 7,

Bros., Indianapolis, made us a call last
Monday, having been called to Cincin-
nati suddenly on account of the serious
illness of a brotber-in-law.

Mr. John Lodder of Hamilton is also in
the city. E. G. Gillett.

Philadelphia.

Even scribes are not infallible; they make
mistakes just like other people. Last
week one of them would have Mr. Met-
calf s establishment in Norristown, down
on the banks of the river, when it is up in
the town. It was a large culvert that
passes underneath his place that burst
and caused the damage and not an over-
flow of the river.

.\ meeting of the committee of arrange-
ments having in hand the matter of the
entertainment of the members of the S.
A. F. in August next, was held at theclub
room Saturday evening last. Everything
seems to be going along smoothly. The
business of the convention is first kept in
mind and nothing will be done that will
interfere with it in any way. The hotel
accommodation committee are actively at
work, and before long will have a list of
hotels and cottages to suit all tastes.
The business at Atlantic City, where a
number of hotels and cottages keep open
all the year round, is reported to have
been very good the past winter, and the
indications are that the coming summer
will probably be a record breaker. Mr.
John Burton has been down a few days
this week sampling the salt air and trying
the 6shing, in which sport he ranks sec-
ond only to Mr. E. Asmus.

The cut flowers now coming in, partic-
ularly the roses, are poor and prices have
dropped a trifle. Mermets, Brides and
La France are now $4 per 100 and the
smaller stock such as Pedes, Mme. Cusins,
Niphetos, etc., $2 to $3. Kaiserins are
now in demand at $5 to $6.

It would seem as if there will be no
scarcity of summer roses, as quite a num-
ber of the growers have houses planted
with stock for summer cutting, the vari-
eties being mostly La France and Marie
Guillot. Asters are also being planted in-
side and produce very fine flowers when
grown in this way. There was a good
demand for such stock last summer.

The chrysanthemum men are also busy
and if all the houses now being started
do well there will be an abundance of the
Autumn fjucen. While speaking of this
flower it might be well to call the atten-
tion of the growers to the fall exhibition
ol the Horticultural Society at the Acad-
emy of Music. This will l)e away ahead
of anything the society has done hereto-
fore and all the local growers will need to
do their very bcflt.as the competition will
not be confined to this city. EfTorts will
be made to get the best stock from all the
large floral centers, it having been demon-
strated that the chrysanthemum will
carry long distances in jK-rftct order if
packed properly. We believe the day for
growing large plants for exhibition is
nearly past. Large vaaes of sijccimen
blooms are much morccfltctivcthan large
plants. The latter arc a great source of
trouble all throughout their existence;
many little things may hnp|Kii which will
render them unfit for exhibition, and fin-
ally if they should attain |K-rf<( lion, tin v
always l)ccomc more or Icssdamagedanil
(ometimcs entirely ruined in transporta-
tion.

Some of the palm men are complaining,
•aying there i» not near the demand for
palms that there was last year. The auc-
tion sales have not tiecn up tocxi^cta-
tions which is very likely accounted for

by the bad weather which caused post-
ponement and subsequent falling oft" in at-
tendance.

Mr. Harry Heacock, who has gone back
for a time to his friends in Pittsburg, was
the recipient of a farewell dinner last Mon-
day evening given in his honor by his
friends in the retail business. Although
not long a resident of this city Mr. Hea-
cock has made friends of all he met. In
his dealings with the trade his manners
have been exceedingly courteous, nothing
seemed to be a trouble to him, he would
get what was wanted if it was in the
wood. So to show their appreciation of
his worth this little entertainment was
given. There were present besides Mr.
Harry Heacock, Mr. Jos. Heacock, Messrs.
Thos. Cartledge and his son Bart, Charles
Kahlert, George Thomas, Eugene Weiss,
Harry Jones, Geo. Craig, Geo. McLean,
Robert Crawford, M. Rice, Geo. Ranch,
Henry Bauer, L. B. M. Goff and Robert
Kift. After the coffee and cigars had been
reached there were informal speeches and
words of regret at the parting of their
friend and the hope expressed that he
would be back before long. The party
broke up at a late hour with singing of
Auld Lang Syne.

The bowlers are having a great time in
their practice games and there are many
surprises. The big four are, well, they are
not suited and some dark horses are com-
ing to the front. K.

Chicago,

At a meeting of the Board of Commis-
sioners of Lincoln Park held last Thurs-
day evening, Supt. Pettigrew was form-
ally removed and Mr. Horace C. Alexan-
der was appointed his successor. No
charges whatever were made against Mr.
Pettigrew, and the board asked him to
remain (under full salary) for another
month in order that he might instruct the
new superintendent in his duties. Mr.
Alexander is 41 years of age and is a
member of an engineering firm in this city.
He has never before held any public posi-
tion of any prominence, and is but little
known, even in the engineering world.
The salary of the new superintendent will
be only $3,000 a year, though Mr. Petti-
grew received $3,600.

A daily paper prints a list of Mr. Alex-
ander's backers, but among them does
not appear the name of any very promi-
nent citizen and the majority of them are
practically unknown to the general pub-
lic. In last Friday morning's Iferald the
supervisors of the North Town are re-
ported to have stated that they will ser-
iously cut down the appropriations for
Lincoln Park the ensuing term. The
storm of protest against the action of the
commissioners in removing Supt. Petti-
grew is loud and long and every daily pa-
oer in the city criticises the board sharply.
"The president of the board is now finding
out that he cannoi execute the behests of
Gov. Altgeld without sharingsome of the
odium that attaches to his actions. Sev-
eral of the dailies arc scoring him unmtr-
cifully in their editorial columns.

Mr. Pettigrew has not yet fully decided
as to his future movements. He has several
very flattering oflTers under consideration,
and will prob.-ibly make n decision before
the end of next week. It is significant
that tlioHe who are bidding for his serv-
ices offer iKtter salaries than lie received
as BU|)crintcn(lent of Lincoln Park, and a
curious point in connection tliercwith Ik
that one ofl'er is extended mainly on ac-
count of his ability in engineering work.

The forthcoming supper of the I'lorist
Club (June I 1-1 promises to Ik- an unusu-

ally enjoyable event. W^e understand that
Mr. O. P. Bassett intends to contribute
some extras that will be decidedly accept-
able on such an occasion. The intellectual
treat will also be of a high order, as some
of the best thinkers in the club will dis-
cuss some very live issues from their re-
spective standpoints. Supper tickets will
be only $1 so that the expense need not
deter anyone from attending.

The stock of cut flowers for Decora-
tion Day was considerably short of the
demand, at least for the three days pre-
ceding, Decoration Day proper being very
quiet with little demand. The exceedingly
heavy demand was for out-going ship-
ments on Monday and Tuesday. Owing
to the great scarcity of out-door bloom
of all kinds, the country dealers were
compelled to draw on greenhouse grown
stock for the bulk of their supply. Many
orders had to be cut short, while a great
number were refused altogether.

As might be expected, prices were main-
tained at the top notch, and as regards
the smaller varieties of roses better prices
were realized than either at Christmas or
Easter. Carnations too ruled at Christ-
mas prices and although a larger cut was
sent in than was looked for the supply
was far short of demand. From the
gro wers' stand-point therefore Decoration
Day was the biggest kind of success, and
naturally the wholesale dealers too reaped
a good harvest, a number of the latter
claiming larger sales than at any former
season.

But there is much dissatisfaction in
retail circles. Extreme fluctuations in
prices are always hurtful to the business.
At Christmas or Easter the flower buyer
has learned to look for a sharp advance
and if kept within reason little complaint
is made. But when prices double or tre-
ble at this season of the year the retailer
must be prepared for trouble. The home
demand on the whole was fairly good,
but only small profits were realized, for
the dealer who kept in view the impor-
tance of holding his patronage had to
sell on a close margin. Bitter experience
has taught him that the buyers cry of
"extortionate prices" is death to busi-
ness. Let the flower buyer once get the
notion in his head that he is "held up" at
holiday times and he will fight shy of the
flower store for months after.

The high prices had the effect of driving
the fakir off the streets almost entirely.
But if the fakir in cut flowers was ban-
ished the fakir in plants was in high
feather. These fairly swarmed around the
entrances to all our cemeteries. The busi-
ness in plants was however not very
large as the weather was raw and chilly.

The scarcity of stock and consequent
high prices continued throughout the
week. On Monday of this week, how-
ever, the market opened much weaker. A
few days of warm weather brought out
an increased supply and this with a
decided falling off in shipping demand
caused at once a drop in prices. Pa;onics
particularly are received by the wagon
load and threaten to become a bad glut
for a week or ten days, The bulk of the
supply is received from local points, the
average (|uallty being much poorer than
last season.

The widow of thelatcJohnC. Moiiinger
has disposed of her interest In the John
C. Moninger Co. to Messrs. Iv. !•'. Ku-
rowski and N. J. Kupp, who now fully
control the companv. Itoth have been
connected with the firm for many years
and there will be no change in the man-
agement, as the business has been really
conducted by them ever since Mr. Monin-
ger's death.

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ILLUSTRATION NO. 3.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS.

Washington.

Although the weather was not encour-
aging Memorial Day was generally ob-
served by citizens and veterans alike. The
interest centered, as it always does, at
Arlington. At the tomb of the unknown,
where the decorations are moreelaborate
than any other, the top was draped with
a large flag. The base of the monument
was hidden beneath a bank of roses,
daisies and kalmia flowers with bunches
of nympheeas, paeonias and large magno-
lias strewn here and there. From the
four corner posts were festoons of kalmia
leaves. Resting on the front ofthe monu-
ment was a large wreath of pinkpeeonias,
dark red roses, stephanotis and Deutzia
crenata fl. pi. with a back of asparagus;
this bore a card from the Executive Man-
sion. Above this was a 5 pointed star of
callas and candidum lilies. Resting
against one corner was a handsome
wreath of nympbceas, carnations and
kalmia flowers on a back ground of ferns,
bearing the card of Gen. John A. Logan's
Woman's Aid Society No. 1. Againstthe
opposite corner stood a scroll of cape
flowers with corners of pink sweet peas
and roses. Resting against either end of
the monument was a large wreath of
pink pffionias and roses with a back of
laurel and ferns.

The resting place ot General Sheridan
was beautifully decorated with a head-
quarters' flag of red and white cape flow-
ers, from "Loyal Legion"; and by a sad-
dle of red and pink roses, the stirrup
straps of kalmia flowers and the stirrup
of purple chenille, and a G. A. R. badge of
immortelles. Resting on the base of the
shaft were three placques, two of pink
roses and one of white and pink sweet
peas.

The grave of Admiral Porter was
strewn with white and pink flowers.
There was a large anchor of pink roses
and kalmia flowers resting on a back-

ground of kalmia leaves and asparagus.
At either side of the grave was a wreath
of white cape flowers with the word
"Porter" in purple immortelles.

Surgeon Gen. Baxter's grave, which is
covered with growing ivy, was strewn
with nymphfeas, magnolias, roses, iris,
and pseonias.

Gen. Crook's magnificent monument
was handsomely decorated. Resting
against the front of the base was a fine
wreath of pink roses, callas, Harrisii, can-
didum and carnations; adiantum and ivy
leaves formed a back ground. On the oppo-
site side was a cross of ivy leaves on
which rested a crown of small helianthus
flowers; this was from the Legion of
Loyal Women.

A splendid floral tribute rested on the
grave of Gen. Wm. B. Hazen, bearing the
inscription "Forty Rounds."

The grave of Maj. Gen. Rufus Ingalls
was decked with an elegant spread of
white and pink roses, from Lafayette
Post No. 140, of New York. At the head
of the grave and resting against the shaft
was a handsome wreath of white flowers,
mostly Harrisii and carnations. At the
head of each gra\e (numbering 16,800)
was a small flag and a bunch of flowers.
At the Soldiers' Home there were 6,500
graves to be decorated in the same way.
The tomb of Gen. John A, Logan at Sol-
diers' Home was beautifully decorated.
Over the door was a background and the
name of "John A. Logan," entirely of
laurels. Inside the walls were lined with
beautiful floral pieces and the casket
covered with harps, hearts and wreaths
and many other artistic tributes in im-
mortelles, roses, laurel and ivy. These
offerings to the memory of the great
volunteer general had been arranged
with artistic effect by Mrs. Electa E.
Smith and Mrs. Caroline Nye.

From the tomb of Gen. Logan the
crowd went to the monument of Gen.
John C. Kelton, late governor of the

Soldiers' Home, which was unveiled with
impressive ceremonies and handsomely
decorated with flags and flowers both
loose and in designs.

Business with the florists was brisk
during the first part of the week and
until after Decoration Day. The demand
for designs seems to have materially in-
creased this year and more of them
worked in natural flowers. Reynolds.

St. Louis.

Decoration Day trade was very good,
much better in fact than anyone had hoped
for; stock was scarce, and this made the
marked improvement. No advance in
prices was noted, but everything was
cleaned out. The shortness of stock has
been noted for the last week, and is ow-
ing to the remarkably cool nights pre-
vailing for this season of the year, many
having to start the fires going again.
Decoration Day, which heretofore has
not been looked upon as anything much
out of the ordinary, seems to be gaining
in importance in regard to the flower
trade.

The Ayers Floral Co. has taken posses-
sion ofthe store formerly occupied by the
Pechman Floral Co., which they succeed.
This gives them two stores in the "West
End."

Wm. Hucke of Belleville is having a
three-quarter span rose house 18Vix82
elected by Thomson, Anderson & Kenne-
dy; the benches are to be of the shallow
solid bed type, with steam pipes passing
underneath, to aff'ord bottom heat. These
will be the first tried in the West on this
plan, and the workings will be watched
with interest. He is also changing his
boiler, putting in a steel one in place of
the cast iron sectional that he has been
using.

Thompson, Anderson & Kennedy, the
horticultural builders, narrowly escaped
bemg burned out one night last week,
when fire was discovered in the cellar.
The cause was spontaneous combustion,
and originated in a heap of waste which
the painters carelessly left lying in a cor-
ner. Fortunately it was noted about 9
o'clock as work was being stopped for
the night, and extinguished without any
trouble.

The Kirkwood Improvement Associa-
tion held a spring flower show recently in
connection with the maypole festivities,
which was very creditable; prizes, which
consisted of merely a blue ribbon, and
honor, were offered for various classes,
such as best table of flowers and plants,
best collection of house plants and so
forth. Mr. D. S. Brown showed a fine
table of plants and flowers, containing
specimens of marantas, crotons, panda-
nus, hydrangeas, anthurium,cannas, cyp-
ripediums, and as a center piece a fine
specimen of cattleya. the plants all being
clean and healthy. He also made a group
of palms in the center of the hall. Mrs.
Murtrett showed a table tastefully ar-
ranged, the plants being principally be-
gonias, the cut flowers consisting of syr-
inga, hybrid roses, lemon lily and other
outdoor blooms, the cloth where it fell
from the table to the floor, being decor-
ated with evergreens. Tables were also
arranged by Mrs. Mermod, Luther Arm-
strong and Robert F. Tesson. A large
load of plants were sent by the Michel
Plant & Bulb Co., which were arranged
in a group, and towards the end of the
evening auctioned off', the proceeds being
donated to the association. The affair
wound up in a dance for the young peo-
ple, and was a pronounced success in every
respect. R- F- T.

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The American Florist,

June 7,

Madison, N. J.

Madison is one of the prettiest towns
in the vicinity of New York. Large well
kept estates with fine gardens and lawns
and other evidences of comfort and re-
finement are seen on every side. More
notable however is its prominence as a i
rose growing section. Rose growing is in
fact the principal industry of the town.
With a total population of two thousand
five hundred there are fifty-three establish-
ments of greater or less extent which con-
sign flowers to the New York market, and
the little railroad station at times is half
buried in flower boxes going and return-
ing. The business at Madison never
stands still. New concerns are constantly
springing up, old onescontinually adding
to their extent. Even under the adverse
conditions of the present season many
growers are preparing to increase their
glass area.

An establishment which has attained
unsought prominence recently is that of
Mrs. R. B. Holmes. A romancing lady
reporter with a lively imagination called
there and "wrote up" the p'.acefor a New
York daily with the usual result. Her
astoundingtales of the enormous quanti-
ties o( violets picked here daily and the
resultant wealth to the enterprising pro-
prietor set ambitious womankind half
crazy, and upon Mrs. Holmes was im-
posed the task of replying to some two
hundred anxious letters of enquiry from
all over the country. Although violets
are grown here to some extent yet the
main crop is, as everywhere else in Madi-
son, roses. A promising sport from Amer-
ican Beauty has appeared here and is be-
ing watched with interest. Two large
houses just erected under the supervision
of a local builder are in bad shape, and
appear to be in danger of collapse. They
will require considerable remodelling. Ex-
perience is a great teacher; beware of the
"local builder" when you erect green-
bouses.

Calling at Mr. T. J. Slaughter's one
finds the houses which were recently de-
stroyed by fire fully replaced and young
stock all planted. Comfortably posing
in the barn door, peacefully enjoying the
balmy spring breezes, the well built figure
of Mr. S., Jr,, looms up, but it is a long !
step down to the ground, an overexertion
not to be thought of, so nothing is left for
the visitor to do but to pilot himself
through the houses as best he may and
to regret the absence of the genial pro-
prietor.

L. M. Noe does not propose to let the
graM grow under his feet. That he raises
rotes for profit and not for fun is plain in
every feature of his big place. American
Beauty he pronounccB the most profitable
rose in existence, and one is not inclined
to question his sincerity after seeing the
perfection to which this variety is grown
Dere,cight thousand plant Ball told, a verit-
able forest. Bridesmaid comes next to
Beauty in Mr. Noc's estimation. lie bc-
lievcsingiving Beautiesall the water they
can take in summer, then casing upon
quantity when he begins to mulch in the
(all. A bucket of this Marlison water
stands in the potting shed. The visitor re-
freshes himself with a draught of it from a
bright tin dipjicr and unhesitatingly pro-
nounces it excellent for ross.- growing pur-
poses.

Beaaty and Bridesmaid are also the
favorites with Mr. Edgar Hopping. Me
%\yt% it OS his experience that llridcsmaid
and Bride arc good for one dollar a hun-
dred more than Mcrmct the season
through. A new house just complete is
planted with Hridcsmaid, and another for
American Beauty is soon to lie added.

J. D. Burnett is a successful grower, and
one of the boys as well. He evidently be-
lieves in Mermet and her offspring, for
Mermet, Bride and Bridesmaid are the
principal varieties under cultivation here.
Mr. Burnett looks for Bridesmaid to im-
prove steadily each year in strength and
vigor and will plant it more extensively
for next season. One more house ISO feet
long will be the extent of his building op-
erations this spring.

T. W. Stemmler has begun work on the
erection of a range of five new houses.
This establishment is built on a side hill
with a fine exposure, and roses in variety
are grown, Perle des Jardins being appa-
rently one of the best paying crops. They
have borne very heavily the past season.

St. Paul, Minn.

Decoration Day trade went far ahead
of all expectations, and the demand for
flowers was unparalleled. Everything
sold, from snowballs to roses, and the
demand was principally, for the cheaper
flowers, still roses, carnations, swett
peas, jasmine, etc., sold readily at ad-
vanced prices. The cemeteries were
strewn with flowers of every description,
loose, in flat bouquets, in wreaths,
crosses and numerous other designs.

Trade the rest of the week has been
good and will undoubtedly continue so
for two or three weeks, or until the
graduation exercises are over at the
schools.

The demand for plants for Decoration
Day was unusually large and thousands
were disposed of in this manner. Bedding
out is nearly completed, nearly a month
earlier than usual, and the florists are
now putting their houses in shape for
another season.

There will be an unusually fine lot of
chrysanthemums grown here this sea-
son and as spring work is out of the
way earlier than usual this season, there
will be ample time for perfecting plans for
a "mum" show this fall. If only our flo-
rist friends would see it in the proper
light, they would not let the opportunity
pass for a first-class chrysanthemum ex-
hibition next November. Such an exhibi-
tion in creating a rivalry would stimulate
the growers to do their best and as a
result some fine plants would be pro-
duced. But the crowning benefit would
be the stimulus given to trade by the ex-
hibition itself. In orderto create a desire
for our goods we must advertise and dis-
play them, and what better adv. could
the florist have than an exhibition where
thousands of people would visit, and
where thousands of^ the best plants would
be shown? What creates the demand for
Easter flowers more than the annual dis-
plays made by our florists?

Get together, brethren, put your shoul-
ders to the wheel, and move on to higher
ground. Create a demand for your goods
and you will sell them. Don't stagnate,
don't complain of hard times, ruinous
competition, etc. I lave a first-class chrys-
anthemum show, pull together, improve
your8tock(in<l all work in unity, and you
will be Hurprised at results.

The Oakland Cemetery maintains a
small greenhouse of its own, growing a
few thousand beddmg anil flowering
plants annually. Mr. Nord(|ui8t, who
has charge of the greenhouse, is <|uite an
artist in his line and has »f)mc of the
finest car|)et beds, mounds, etc.. In the
city. The ctmitery association also fills
vases and |)lanlR Ik-iIs for lot owners at
rcasonaMv ratrs, thus aflding to its
income quite a little annually. Some two
or three years since, the association
adopted the rule that no vases and no

beds of plants would be watered or
attended to except at additional cost un-
less plants for same were purchased from
them, thus compelling lot owners to buy
plants from them or to attend to the
daily watering of them themselves. Such
a rule, obnoxious to the lot owners,
detestable from the florist's point of view,
and narrow, mean and contemptible on
the face of it, will in the end prove a
boomerang to the cemetery and cause the
association more damage than good. We
are reminded of it most forcibly at this
season, when so many say to the florists,
"We would like to have you fill our vases
at the cemetery, as your plants are finer,
you have a better assortment, and your
prices are more reasonable, but the rule
in force precludes our ordering of you as
we cannot go daily to water them, and
cannot afford to pay to have it done." If
department stores are a thorn in the side
of our florist friends, what must the cem-
etery association be, when its object is to
provide a resting place for the dead and
not to engageinthemerchandise business.
Verily the bodies of true florists would
turn over in their coffins if placed beneath
such flowers. Felix.

Buffalo.

Two weeks ago on Wednesday last we
had a heavy rain and thunderstorm, and
ever since it has done little else but rain;
the few intermissions are not worth re-
cording. It has soaked everj'thing, and
made the tempers of the greenhouse men
very sour; that is those who are inclined
to get fretty when "bis" don't go right.
It has really been serious, and has put
back planting a full week. But florists
mustn't grumble, we have not lost all our
spring work, as hundreds of farmers have,
neither have we seen any hail yet to do
any damage, as our brethren in Cleveland
have.

The most noticable feature of Memorial
day was the good demand for flowers
and plants, and the difficulty to supply
them. Our old standby lilac was gone,
and valley was in the sere and yellow leaf,
carnations and roses don't go far in cheap
flowers, but there was a good demand
for all there was of them at good prices.
Many thousand plants were taken to the
cemeteries in place of flowers. By a
strange arrangement of the weather bu-
reau it didn't rain on Decoration Day,
which made everybody very busy. There
was a greater assemblage of florists to be
seen in Forest Lawn than can be ever got
together at a club meeting, unless it be a
free lunch.

I'lowers of all kindscan becalled scarce.
The continued heavy rains h.ave spoiled
most everything outside, and the same
cause has shortened up all supplies from
inside. This has been an excellent year to
learn those a lesson who heavily shaded
their houses early in May and let the fires
out during this prolonged wet cold spell.
Thousands of fine geranium trusses have
rotted, which would now be very useful
and ornamental on the plants.

We are in the height of the planting out
when we can get at it, and the business
promises to be (|uite u|) to former years,
with an expected increase for the many
fine residences that did not exist a year
ago. Veranda boxes and vases are as
popular as ever.

.\lr. W. Mott of Philadelphia is here,
he is No. t? since March l.and there is
vet a few to come. W. S.

WiiBN writing our advertisers please
use one of your [)rlnted business letter
heads or enclose your business card.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1067

Jenkintown, Pa.

Mr. Jos. Heacock has a model estab-
lishment here, comprising some 50,000
square feet of glass. Most of the plant is
of modern construction, with all the lat-
est improvements for heating, ventilating,
etc. Roses are the great specialty of this
place — a small house of carnations, an-
other of adiantum and one of palms be-
ing the only other stock grovrn. At one
time Mr. Heacock used to grow? consider-
able valley, but has given that up, as he
finds more money in roses, Mermets,
Brides, and Bridesmaid, all standbys
here; the Bridesmaid is held in great favor
for its fine color and constancy. Testout
has done well this winter with Mr. Hea-,
cock; far better than was expected, and a
larger space will be devoted to it for the
coming season. Wootton is another fav-
orite here, and Meteor also does well and
pays handsomely. One large house is de-
voted to Kaiserin for summer flowers.
Brunners are very successfully grown, and
a large space is devoted to them. At the
time of your correspondent's visit one
large house had been planted with it for
next season, and other houses were being
got ready for the same variety. Out of
doors the most striking thing in the way
of bloom at present is the field of pteonies.
They make a great show, and come in
good for cutting. Some four or five thou-
sand blooms are disposed ofevery season,
and many more could be supplied if
wanted. Mr. Heacock is ably seconded
in his labors by his foreman Mr. Adolph
Fabrenwald, to whom much of the credit
for the fine appearance and great reputa-
tion of this establishment is due. W.

Doylestown, Pa.

A rattet serious fire occurred on the
Smith place here recently, destroying a
section of the greenhouse plant, which in-
cluded the boiler houses and two green-
houses adjacent. Mr. John Andre, who is
the tenant of these greenhouses, says the
origin of the fire is a mystery, as the
houses had no heat on at the time. He is
inclined to think it the work of some in-
cendiary. The greenhouses destroyed
contained a crop of smilax that was to
have been cut the next day, the loss on
which Mr. Andre estimates at fully $500.
He has given up his lease of the Smith
place and will give his whole time here-
after to his own establishment.

Mr. S. Edward Paschall has moved to
West Chester, where he has purchased the
Chester Record, and will devote himself
to its interests. His mushroom-growing
barns have been secured by Mr. Andre for
the coming season. The people in this
neighborhood who make a specialty of
growing the "King ot Esculents" are now
busy cleaning out the old beds and thor-
oughly cleaning and limewashing their
houses preparatory to fall planting. In
this neighborhood the first planting is
usually made about the end of August, al-
though some claim that they are to try it
a little earlier this year in order to get the
full benefit of the high prices in October.

W.

THOMAS LOBB.

This veteran collector, to whom we are
indebted for valuable introductions from
the East Indies, died at an advanced age
at his home in Cornwall, England, .\pril
30 last. Mr. Lobb was engaged as a
collector by the elder Mr. Veitch in 1840.
During the twenty years he traveled for
the Veitchs he visited various parts of

northeastern India and lower Burmah,
Borneo, Java and the Philippines. Among
the orchids introduced by him are Vanda
coerulea, Aerides Fieldingii, Dendrobium
infundibulura. etc.; he also introduced
some of the first nepenthes cultivated in
British gardens and the original Javanese
rhododendrons. He was a most ener-
getic collector, sending in more Indo-
Malayan plants of merit than any other
single collector. Personally a very mod-
est and retiring man, he would say but
little of his discoveries.

As a result of the exposure during his
work, Mr. Lobb lost one of his legs,
which caused him to settle down some
years ago in his Cornish home, where he
has lived very quietly since.

Died on May 24 at 10:25 p. m., Andrew
Bassler, in the 71st year of his aee. A
native of Wurtemberg, Germany, Mr. B.
was for many years a leading grower of
cut flowers and plants near Catonsville,
Baltimore county, Md.

\X,e,<X>^ Rofc^.

West Troy, N. Y.— Isaac Gillett is
building a new house 22x82.

RocHELLE, III.— C. M. Taylor has
started in the florist business here.

Dayton, O.— A. L. Hale intends to soon
build a range of houses for vegetable
forcing.

Sassenheim, Holland.— Mr. P. Vos, of
P. Vos & Co., arrived home May 19 from
his American trip.

Hatboro, Pa —Harry Weiss, formerly
of Manheim street, Phila., is building a
range of houses here.

Summit, N. J— Chas. H. Hagert is
building a new rose house. The heating
is bv Thos. W. Weathered's Sons.

Colma Station, Cal.— Grallert & Co.
have built two new houses 16x100 and
have planted same with carnations.

Leonard, Pa.— J. H. Sharpless is build-
ing two large new houses. The Moninger
Co., of Ch'cago, supplied the material.

LowviLLE, N. Y.— Chas. E. Butts is
putting up two 50-foot houses here and
is going into business as a general florist.

DesMoines, Ia.— I. W. Lozier expects
to add new glass tbissummerand rebuild
his old houses. Business is fairly good
considering the prevailing bard times.

Wilmington, N. C— We are glad to re-
port that spring trade has been very
good. We have had no rain for six weeks
and it has been hard on outdoor stufi".

Orange, N. J.— We are having a plague
of the 17-year locusts in this section. The
country is fairly alive and under some
trees the ground is almost entirelj cov-
ered with them.

Lexington, Mo.— J. P. Coen, Jr. has
added three large new houses, two of
them on the short-span-to-the-south prin-
ciple, from material supplied by the Mon-
inger Co., Chicago.

MiDDLETOWN,0.-Miss Caroline, daugh-
ter of Mr. Henry Behrens, the florist, was
married May 17 to Mr. Nelson 0. Selby.
The number of guests was very large and
the floral decorations were very elaborate.

Atlanta, III. — C. A. Jones is building
^ an addition 32 feet in length to his green-

house. Trade has been better here this
season than we anticipated. Trade seems
to be one-third better than last year so
far.

Beatrice, Neb. — S. H. Dole & Sons are
adding about 3,000 feet of glass to their
plant and will also build a small up-town
house and store. Trade has been quite
satisfactorj', notwithstanding the hard
times.

Mt. Sterling, Ky.— The Mt. Sterling
Floral Co. will give a chrysanthemum
show this fall, the surplus receipts to be
donated to the public library fund. Plants
have been given to school children to grow
for competition at the exhibition.

Ogden, Utah.^ — F. J. Hendershot has
started in as a florist at 24th and Mon-
roe streets. He has one house 20x100
completed and is now building another
which will have under irrigation and
drainage, both heated by hot water and
with electric light.

Peoria, iLL.-DecorationDay trade was
excellent here. Plants of all kinds sold
well and cut flowers went quickly at fair
prices. Quality was good, but there was
not half enough to meet the demand.
More calls for designs and mixed cut
flowers than at samedateof any previous
year. Spring trade opens well. Most all
sales are for spot cash.

Expose the Rogues.

The article in last week's issue of the
Florist on "Imperfect Von Sions" is
timely, and hits the nail on the head. The
sale of these Italian bulbs has done a
great injury to the trade, and reputable
importers should not offer them to their
customers, because it hurts the business
all round. Their only recommendation is
thfir cheapness, and that is morein seem-
ing than reality. In fact they are dear at
any price. Of course, these defects in cer-
tain products are only found out after a
while, but it is now some time since the
weak points of the Italian stock were
known, and it is but right that such
should be given full publicity for the pro-
tection of the unwary and inexperienced.
In this connection it may not be out of
place to mention that getting the bulbs
from Holland does notinsure that Italian
stock will not be sent. There are unscup-
ulous and unreliable dealers in Holland
as elsewhere, and ittakes some experience
in the importing business to avoid the
pitfalls. The safest course is to secure
supplies through reputable concerns in
this country.

Another instance of how an inferior
grade of bulbs hurts the trade, is found in
Lilium candidum. Although largely dis-
placed by Harrisii and longiflorum there
can be no doubt but that it was largely
injured by the introduction of the cheap
and inferior bulbs from the south of
France, and it is only recently that florists
are beginning to realize that candidum is
after all a very useful and profitable lily
if one can only get the genuine old fash-
ioned stock. In fact, inferior stock of
nearly all our forcing bulbs is being con-
stantly offered, and becauseitlookscheap
manv people jump at it, and when the
day of reckoning comes they are only too
apt to condemn the whole bulb business,
and give it up in disgust. In seeds and
bulbs more than anything else the motto
that should always be kept in mind is
"get the best,— get it as low as you can;
but get the best that can be got, even it
it looks high at first blush."

G. C. Watson.

1068

The American Florist.

June 7,

The Denver Florists' Society has issued
an advance schedule of premiums for its
second annual chrysanthemum show to
be held Nov. 7 to 10. Cooiesmay be had
on application to Adam Kohankie, Sec'y,
lock box 375, South Denver, Colo.

SITUATIONS. WANTS, FOR SALE.

Advertisement* under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of ID cent* a line (seven words) each Insei^
tlon. Cash must accompany order. Plant advB. not
admitted under this head. ^^^

SITUATION WANTED— Bt young woman to learn
peneral greenhouse work: Wisconsin or neighbor-
ing elates preferred. Address o ... ttt,
Miss Mihum Jewett. f-parta. Wis.

SITUATION W.\NTED-By a young man. single. 8
years experience. Commercial place preferred.
Can give best of references. Address

F. C. MOKL.^N. 3US Garfield Ave., Salem, O.

SITUATION WANTED— By a thorough, flrst-class
greenhouse assistant: age 2il; 5 years' experience
In commercial place; sober and reliable. Address

UELI-4BLE. care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— By a flrst-class rose grower.
aa a working foreman; single; 20 years' experience
as a florist; very temperate, and thoroughly reliable.
FlTBt-class references. Address E G E.

care American Y lorlst. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED— By July Ist. as working
foreman on private or retail commercial place;
has been head man for Mr. Coles for past 14 months;
Blngle. West preferred. Address

FLORIST,

SITUATION WANTED— By experienced man as
working foreman In retail commercial establish-
ment. Well posted In roses, carnations, chrssanthe-
mums. bulbs, palms, ferns and all the requirements
for supplying a Hi-sK-Uss store. Address, with all
particulars. U. Stockim;. care Wlishlre Bros .
tiol Sherbrooke St.. Montreal.

"TXTANTED— Second-hand hot water boiler. For sale
»V —Hot water boiler In good condition. Address
JuHX COKBETT, Mt. Sterling. Ky.

-IT'^ANTED— Good second-hand Saddle boiler capa-
\ \ ble of heating '.'.lllO feet of glass.

Isaac Gii.lett. West Troy, N. ^ .

-W^ANTEri— Greenhouse assistant; young man. some
IT experience, gomi habits, state wages with board.
Commercial place. Address

Geo. S. Bei.di.n'g. MIddletown, N. \ .

WANTEI>— Working foreman who can grow flrst-
class cut flowers and plants, for store and retail
trade. Good place and liberal Inducements uj capa-
ble man. J. <iA-M>lA(JE A So.ns, Wjnilon. Ont.

\VA.NTKD— A single man. experienced In growing
TT cut flowers and general greenhouse work. None
but sober. Industrious man nee<l apply. State amount
wages wanted. C. H. Foote. Downers (irove. 111.

»A.NTKI>— Foreman to take charge fjf commercial
. f place Al rose grower who kntpws roses; one
experienced In carnations and be<Mliig plants; Al,
marrti-d njan am secure permanent place. Address
Box t;i. i'r*>vldence. R. I.

FOR SALE CHBAP-Large.
glass florists Refrigerator.

CostSJaO.

FOR SALE— Greenhouses, hotbeds and fixtures. In
thriving Kansas town; good retail business. Will
assist purchaser until acquainted. Address

Kansas, care American Florist.

new hard wood and
Used at World's Fair.
V.\ughan's Seed Store,
Uil ,S; US West Washington St.. Chicago.

FOR SAl^E-SauO will buy the nicest little florist es-
tablishment In the city, flrst-class location; come
and see for yourself.

J. A. Lesxer, 340 East 33d St.. Chicago.

FOB SALE— Five greenhouses, stock of plants,
tools and hotbed sash; good reull trade; about
20 years established. Will lease ground for term of
years; good opportunity for right party. Address
E. McNai.ly, Anchorage. Ky,

care W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind.

w

-lyA.NTKD-

-A llml-i'Iaee working fort-man to take
cif 'JD.iJUt feet of iflaHM. and k^jw roses.
camatlonn anr] (fftieral iitock. Appltcunttt pleano for-
ward rtfcrenc^H. anO ntnu? watfew exi)ecte<t. AddruBH
M N. care AnitTlcnn F'lorlwt. Chlcoiio.

W'A.NTKIi A c^itiii>etcnt mun. one who 1» well
f ? p'tAUxl and thonjiivbly unilerntandH the nianaife-
mentof » o»tnmliinlon cut Ifower hUBlnean. None hut
an Al raan need apply- Wiate experience, reference
and wa*c«exiH^*te<l Commihmidn rrr Ki.owkus.
I*, i). Hox l)i;i. Phlhidetphhi. I'u.

\V'ANTKI> A I'AKTNKIl-ToJoln me »:rowln»f and
W •K\\\x\\t, native aticl foreltfn hardy orniLini'iilaln,
l/i nievt the wnriUiof Amer1f«n and frifi-Iifn iimtornerH.
Tr»dealr*ifidj' well enUljlUhf*! and jfrowhur. A (hrln-
tlan and a prohlMilonliil preferred. Munt t>e citniiM:-
l*'ni for the tiiiwlnewi, and free from htid hiihltn.
K^^rne rapltal ne<*4led. tjuaranteed ii tlrnteliuin o)H!ri
InK f"'" t*"- rlifhi man.

WlI.KIlKli A. HllOTIlKHToN. Itoehe»tter. Mich.

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One liii^ ,.n ;

tlon nnrl nmnngi
afldrtiui pri-rfrr*-*!

Hlth lllM'rnI wngtii nrid triH; pnnsngu Ut Melgliiin

b«' i'r<'Tl'lf<l A'ldr<-*ii with full imrtlciilarN. cotili*

leatlriionlala ili lo .loliv .S. M A r Suilimll. N

riOR SALE CHEAP-

A No. 3 Furman boiler In a No.
i seasons. The
Reason for sell-

"ALK.

• I

A lO-M-rllnn ('arrno'lv IxiHer.
<■. 'I'. Itlllf.f.M. Avrxai.

X 1 condition; has only been used 3 seasons. The
Furman doesn't need any comments,
ing, enlarging the business.

A. C. Lamprecht, Ashland, Ohio.

FOB RENT— A flrst-class commercial place In suburb
of Chicago, containing 15.UU0 square feet of glass,
well stocked with best varieties of forcing roses. Ad-

13 REXTEB.

car« Olsen & Hughes, 66 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

FOR SALE- The stock and good will of a paying
florist business In a thriving Maryland town. Lo-
cation exceptionally good. Rare chance for a good
man with a small amount of capital, tor particulars
address Hebard, care American Horlst.

FOR RENT— Woodbury greenhouses, consisting of
6 houses 20x76 feet, with office, packing room, pot-
ting shed, heated with steam, city water; flnely located
on four railroads; a good business; the only florists
business In the city; 30 minutes from Phlla..'20 trains
dally; a flrst-class opening for anyone wishing to en-
gage In a florist business. Vacated only on account ot
contiaued sickness. ,„ j,. x. t

J. H. LrPTO.v, Woodbury. N. ,1.

FOR SALE- Splendid business opportunity. .'> green-
houses, three l»x75, two 12x75, slocked with roses,
carnations, violets, near Portland, Oregon; electric
cars pass near the property every halt hour to Port-
land. Good dwelling house two-story 18x'38. good well,
chicken house, barn, stable. V^\ acres land. Price,
r3,500; terms. 11.000 cash, balance «)l)0 a year. Address
D. C. LATTi)URETTE. Oregon City, Oregon:
or G C, care American Florist Chicago.

I;iOR SAJ.B— Two greenhouses, each 16x100 feet,
' well stocked, heated by hot water; built on three
lots In the heart of a live city of 35.000 people. Com-
fortable dwelling house; three years' lease to run.
rent ^25 per month for house and lots, tor a rose
grower this Is a snap. R.UOO worth of roses shipped In
herelastwlnter and spring. Will sell for *1,70U. Par-
ticulars by addressing .„ . . „.,

Illinois, care American Florist. Chicago.

FOR SALE- At a bargain, or exchange for other
property. The oldest and best known florist and
truckers plant In Southern Kansas; 32 acres, early ex-
port to Colr>rado. .Nebraska, etc. Fine cut flower and
plant trade. No tjreenhouse near; ,5000 leet glass;
steam or water lient; natural gas and water works; 6
acres asparagus and pie plant; 7 room house, la,ge
barn, shop, olllce; live town; healthful climate. Good
reasons. Aildress WILI.IA.M H. BARNES,

Box S45. Independence, Kans.

Notice is licrebv given to all persons owing bills
to M. A. HUNT, florist, late of Terre Haute, Ind.,
to pay the same to S. M. KeynoULs, duly appoiuteil
Guardian of tlic person and estate of Julin M.
Hunt, willow of .said M. A. Hunt. Persons liav-
ing bills against M. A. Hunt will present them lo
said guardian for payment.

Address S. M. RKYNOLDS,

S'J?;/ Main Street, Tj.kki. HAt;Tl . iNli.

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs # Plants

A FEW MORE GEMS AND NOVELTIES IT
WILL PAY YOU TO CULTIVATE LARGELY

ABUTILON AUDENKEN AN BONN, a striking novelty
in variegated plants, as an iso'ated plant in
vases or on lawn equaled by few others. Sil-
very white variegation on dark green foliage,
very fine. $6 per 100; $1 per 12.
TORENTA AZUREA GRANOIFLORA. a fine bedding
plant of new color, and constant bloomer. $B
per 100; $1 per 12

FUCHSIA ABBE GARNIER, far supenorto Phenom-
enal in ever\' respect. $6 per 100: $1 per 12

FUCH-IA BRIDAL VEIL, the ne plusultra in double
white, free and early bloomer, large and per-
fect, flowering in greatest abundance. $6 per
100: $1 per 12.

PASSIFLORA PFORDTII VARIEGATA, the handsom-
est blooming vine for general cultivation, con-
stant bloomer, rapid grower. $6 per 100: $1
per 12, ....

GLOXINIA ERECTA. an extra fine strain; plants in
bud from 3-inch pots. $6 per 100; $1 per 12.

MUSA ENSETE, most effective of all foliage plants
for quick growth on lawn, etc. From 7-inch
pots, 8 ft. high, $5 per 12; 60c eaeh. From S-
inch pots, 1 ft. high, $2 per 12; 25c each.

GERANIUMS— Sunray, the best golden bieolor; Hol-
lywreath. variegated Ivy. $6 per 100; $1 per 12.

ACACIA LOPHANTHA from 2-in. pots, $4 per I'lO.

STEVIA VARIEGATA from 2-in. pots, $4 per 100.
We still have a large assortment of old and new

Plants. Please let us give you an estimate on

your wants. Address

NANZ &, NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

Mixed Roses, good vara., 8
to 14 Inches high, from 3-ln.

pots, to close at once, Jl .CO per 100.

Polyanthus, ;Mnch pot plants •?'SS '^ 1^

Geraniums, best varieties S'Si P„- ino

Coleus, ■■ " ?v?S'""^i?!l

Altemanthera, best varieties .. -i.iuper iw

Our ■Hard Times " Collectlonsof Palms are winners.
We give 17. 3 and 4-ln. for Kl. and 34 for f5 cash. These
Include the best kinds Ijitanlas. Kentlas, etc. With
every order mentioning AM. Florist we will give 5
large Trltonia uvarla, Free. Order at once.
WILLIAMS & SON.S CO., Hatavia, lU.,
Manufacturers of Batavia Labels^

ANTKl) A fi.n-miin tij tJike entln- «li»rg>- r.f a
tiibllnhineiit In Il4.*lgliiiii. oii<- who
,t,(lM ttie U?«it nietlMMlii i>{ (orrlrig
rl<; . nil (»r«rtUr<'d In Anii-rUai
.IdtTnble exiM.Tli'iic*' In tin* dlri'<;-
fit <,f men. and liarlng n pli.*nsnnt
To till! right niiiii n good inislllori

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
For C:»tiiloKiii-, jiililri-MH

C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTER

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F'oll WALK IIIKAP I.
IVix. value abiitil r.'>

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Vai'iiIian'm hr.Kii htiiio;.
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[j^flH HAI.K A TaltiHlile florlHt iiilablliihment In
l>icli Hoi Hft, Wimhlnuton.

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bnm'l. 12 U. II U'*'\. hiK>i Mln.wn at Worttlw Kiilr

IftOtt HAI.K liltrlilriK* pnU'iit iMirUihl'* ri'liirn tliii'
' bullvrN'i 17. uiM-d twd (W'liwtnii, ««rrniiti>il iHrr-
f«ct arifl all rl«til. W A. I.rk llurliittrton. \ i

OUR BARGAIN LIST.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of young rose plants out of
ly^ and 4-inch pots. Merniets, Brides, La
France, Perles and Bridesmaids. APPly
GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Glenville, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio.

Rose Plants.

K. A. Victoria, 2J<-inch .... Sfi.OO per 100

Meteor, 2}^-incll 4.00 per 100

Bride, 2>^-incli .S.50 per 100

Hridesmaid, 2M-inch, 85, S-inch, 8.00 per 100
Strong, Ihriftv plants,

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfield, III.

GflTflUOGUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYFING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to
J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . lIAKlll.SllllKO. PJ*

Per 10 lbs .Wc; 'i") lbs $1.00;

JJ U O X . OB-s.'unplc riir.i:.

SUMMER DEUVERY.

I ltl.l>l.\-', I. II.. I.ONiilFI.O-
Kl .M. CAI.I.AS, UV.W «'AI.I.AS,
AMAIIVI.i.lH, C'AI.IFOIINIA
lirl.lis, llriiillii'iiH, <'al<i<'liortiiH,
TItKI-; I'KIIN STFM.S, anil Aim-
triillaii riiliiiSiiilH. MiidforourNKW I'ltli K l.lsr.

H. H. BERGER 8l CO..

Eitabliihed 1870. SA^ FRANCISCO. CAL.

TOBACCO
lU DUST.

Vauglian's Seed Store, r. Chicago.

CELERY

PLANTS, St. 75 per >000.

Hnil

«-|,lI I'niltfll

Hlorky.

Ad. Ill

CELERY PLANT CO., Kalamazoo, Mich,

1'I.HASK mention tlif Amkkican Fi.oKisT
fvcrv lime von writf t<> iin nflvi-rlisi-r

100,000.

100,000.

H. a. RoHCH, low budded, Btandard Climbers, Tree Roboh .and Rosa ru^osa.

100,000 ot Rhododendron, Azalea mollis, chinensis and pontica. Clematis

in varieties. Aucuba, Dutchman's pipe: also Palms, Azalea indica. Bulbs,

Dahlias, Tuborons Begonias, and all articles for forcing purposes.

1IIII \M> lOllO l"itMl;S<>N AITI.K'Al'ION'.

L. C. BOBBINK, %rp7:;ToVKX%oNan;i"' Meyer's Hotel, Hoboken, N. J.

Maniion Am«nc«n KloriRi.

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1069

REDUCED PRICES.

IN ORDER TO CLOSE OUT STOCKS NOW
ON HAND, WE OFFER AS BELOW.

Buy a slock of these if you have not already done so, and plant them out for the decoration of your grounds and o
stock next season. You will find it will sell them for you and be profitable. Nothing is so showy.

WORLD'S FAIR BRONZE MEDAL SORTS,

AND A FEW OTHES EQUAI.T;':' GOOD AND SCARCE VARIETIES.

THE HIGHEST AWARDS AT CHICAGO, 1893.

We were awarded Nine Bronze Medals, and we received the only Bronze Medal given for the

Largest and Best Collection Exhibited.

Our collection embraces only the finest sorts in commerce to-day. Our exhibit comprised over Four Thousand Plants, more than
three times the quantity exhibited by all other exhibitors combined, and created an impression that will not soon be forgotten.

CHARLES HENDEKSON.— We consider this variety for general use, on account of Its compact, perfect
habit of growth, large size of flower, habit of bloom, and brightness of color, by far the finest kind that has been
Introduced since Mme. Crozy. It is identical In habit of growth with Mme. Crozy, which Is considered the standard
of perfection at the present time, bui is entirely distinct, the flower being of the brightest crimson ; we consider
the flowers, from test made, to be larger than Mme. Crozy. and the heads of bloom to be also larger. As a pot

Slant for spring sales, as the companion of Mme. Crozy. there had been no variety sent out that was at all equal to
[me. Crozy in general deBlrabltlty until the Introduction of this kind, and It wll! meet with a very large sale In
consequence, and we think wlil (.)\itsell Mme. Crozy. This variety and Alphonse Bouvler are very similar In color,
and while for eflectlve bedding in masses In summer, AJphonse Bouvler will surpass It, Charles Henderson for
general use will be found to be very much more satisfactory, particularly as a florists' plant for selling purposes,
as for this purpose Bouvler Is not desirable as 11 is a tall grower and does not fluwer freely nor quickly enough
under glass. We believe that Charles Henderson, without question, will give more satisfaction to the trade gen-
erally than any i.'lher variety sent out up to this time, and we can recommend It very highly; no variety we have
ever tested In our greenhouses has ever compared with it Id any way. our plants
being a solid mass of Oloom. It was Introduced last season for the first time, and
was pre-eminently the finest introduction of the year. We believe It fur outdoor
bedding to be equal to Mme. Crozy; under glass we consider it superior; Us dark,
bright crimson color will undoubtedly Insure It a wide distribution and ready sale.
and It can be ofTered by every florist with the assurance that It will give unquali-
fied satisfaction. A beautiful Illustration, painted from nature, whlcli shows how
perfect and beautiful a flower It is. will be mailed free on application. |

FLORENCE VAC<; HAN.— This Is the best yellow spotted Canna Intro
dueed up to this time; ct)lor. lemon yellow spotted with bright red. The size and
form ui the flower Is by fur the best that has been raised to date: it has been
claimed fur this variety that It was the best yellow in cultivation, but the scarlet
markings un the petals detract from the brightness of the yellow, and while it Is
unquestionably the best mottled sort, 11 does not equal Capt. P. De Suzzonl as a yellow
variety fok bedding. It is a strong, robust grower, with flowers of the largest size with
targe heads, blooms freely, and for flurlsts' sale will be very, very satisfactory Bronze
Medal awarded for this at World's Fair, Chicago. 18St3. Price, strong, pot grown plants,
S4.00 per doz.: !tti'^5.0U per 100.

CAPTAIN P. DE SUZZDVf.— The best yellow Canna for bidding introduced so far. It has almost
large a flower as Mme, i ruzy. wltti a very large spike of bloom, and Is slightly mottled with scarlet. The scarlet
markings are such, however, that Instead of detracting, as Is usual with most of the yellow Cannas that have been
BO marked heretofore. It Intensifies, If anything, the brilliancy of the yellow. It has a distinct habit of growth, the
foliage very nearly approaching the banana. Bronze Medal awarded us for this at the World's Fair. Chicago, Ib'H

EGANDALE.— Foliage dark maroon and green, very simliar In coloring to the old Robusta Perfecta
although more erect in habit: very compact throwing up numerous heads ot bloom which rank with the best in
quality, both In sl/.e of the heads and quality of the flower; color, bright cherry Wlil be particularly sought after
as It Is undoubtedly the best dark-leaved sort at the present time for outdoor bedding. Bronze Medal awarded for
this at World's Fair. Chicago. 18H;i.

J. D CABOS.— Dark greenish maroon colored foliage with a b onze metallic lustre; flowers brlghtorang
apricot, sometimes brightened with a pinkish tinge; one of the most distinct ol all Cannas. and one of the
flnest, being a fine grower and a very early, profuse, con'inuous bloomer. FlowtTt* I'f the largest size and
of a color that Is very pleasiog. and there is nothing S'milar One of the best all-round Cannas Introduced
to date. Bronze Medal awarded us lor this at WorhlsFalr, Chicago, lSi«. S'^.GO per doz. ouly.

PAUL BRUANT.— Oneof the freest blooming sorts of all, throwing flowers well above the fol la ge-
the color Is very distinct and conspicuous— an exceedingly brilliant orange-scarlet, satiny In texture, thni
lights up and seems to reflect the sunlight— an Intense color. Large headsof flowers of the largest size
of dwarf habit. Bronze Medal awarded us for this at World s Fair. Chicago, 18'.l3. IKS, 50 per doz.
only.

COUNT HORACE DE CIIOISEUL.^Very dwarf, with close compact habit and large"
sized flowers; beautiful deep carmine color; a flne pot-plant and a flne bedder, particularly valuable on
account of Its dwarf habit, beautiful color and good-sized flowers. Bronze Medal awarded us for this
at World's Fair. Chicago. \m%.

PRESIDENT CARNOT. -Orange-scarlet suffused with pink; a beautiful color, good-sized
heads with large flowers; foliage, brilliant chocolate-maroon; one of the finest dark-leaved sorts, dis-
tinct and good.

Price of the fi preceding sorts, strong pot-grown plants, $3.50 per dozen; $15.00 per 100.

ALPHONSE BOUVIER.-Thlslsthe grandest Canna for bedding out of
doors Introduced up to this time. It Is a very lu.vurlant grower, growing consider-
ably taller than Mme, Ciozy. throwing up flower-stems more freely than that vari-
ety. In good ground and under good cultivation the plant will grow eight feet It
begins to bloom very early and is one continuous mass of crimson the entire sea-
son. The tips of the slioots are surmounted by Immense clusters of bright crimson
flowers of the very !arget*t sl/.e. and nothing can exceed their brilliancy. It has a
peculiar habit of ilronnuiH the flower-cluster a trifle as the second flowering shoot
begins to push above tlie hrnt. and the shoots flower two. three or more tlaaes. one
after the other, a large plant In bloom sometimes havl^^ on It as many as thirty
or forty of these large brilliant clusters of flowers, (Jrand la the only word tiuit
describes this variety. For general beddlna purposes It surpasses >ime. Crozy.
Upon beint: tried the pnst season this was questioned, but trial has convinced even
the most skcptieal tlnit no other variety appniaclied It fc^r grandeur and etTectlve
ness wh*;n bedded In musses. As a pot-plant for greenliouse cultivation It is not
to desirable on arcount of Its taller growth. Bronze Medal awarded us for this at
World's Fair, Chicago. 18y;^.

FRANCOIS CROZV.-Thls variety Is Identical with Mme. Crozy In habit
and general stvle of urowtli. but the flowers are biit:lit orange bordered with a nar-
row edge of t-'.ihl, oiH- of ihf most dt'sirablc sli}id..'s tlittt ri mid he secured. The
plants arc sonii'wliat more lUvarl than Mine Cro/v, iind an- talrlv covered with
flowers. Bronze Muda! awarded us for tills at World s Fair. Chicago. 18it3.

PAUL IVIAKQUANT.— Oneof the most distinct of all and one of themose
beautltul. Those who have seen It In our houses and at the World's Kalr hav-
considered It preferable to any oth?r variety, not excepting Mme. Crozv. on ac-
count of Its beauty and profusion of bloom, and no variety throwsfo many flower
stems as this. The individual flower Is larger than any other, and the flower-spike
very large, each flower standing out sepnrately by Itself. The flower is as flne as
the flnest Orchid. The color Is very hard to describe to give any adequate" Idea of
how beautiful a shade It Is. It might be described »8 a bright salmon with a car-
mine tint. The flower has a silvery lustre, which glistens and lightens It up with a
silvery sheen, making the salmon of the flo«er very brilliant. Some have de-
scribed it as apricot— a shade that Is so fashionable at the present time. For green-
house culture It Is oneof the flnest of all. as the growth is not so tall as the pre-
ceding sorta. Bronze Medal awarded us for this at Worlds Fair, Chicago, IS93.

STAR OF 1891.— More dwarf than Mme. Crozy and valuable on this ao
count. A mass of scarlet when It blooms, but the individual flowers are not nearly
as perfect as Mme. ''rozy. It Is an elegant pot-pUnt, and will blojm In the house
In the winter splendidly, for which purpose It Is admirably suited. Its attractive-
ness and ease of culture, certainty of doing well, etc , make It a plant a florist can
recommend, knowing it will please the buyer every time.

GEOFEROY ST. HILAIRE.— Best dark-leaved Canna that can be of
fered cheap. Dark maroon colored leaves with a dark metallic or bronze lustre
Flowers light salmon scarlet.

MADAME CROZV.— Flowers flaming scarlet bordered with eoid. This is now well known, and Is still an Ideal sort In every way. We have made a specialty of
this for the past three seasons, and no plant we have ever sold has given such universal and unuualifled satisfaction. In order to give an Idea of the large size of these
flowers, we had a painting made, showing the actual size of the flowers and their beautiful coloring; we wilt be pleased to send this free to any one who may not have
received It; it Is no exaggeration whatever, giving the actual size and the vivid and beautiful coloring of Mme. Crozy. When the large size of the flowers and the large
heads of bloom are taken In connection with the freedom with which It blooms. It makes one of the most attractive plants for bedding that It Is possible to conceive of
Bronze Medal awarded us for this at Worlds Fair, Chicago. IWW.

MISS SARAH HILL.— Carmine-crimson; borne in erect heads: of dwarf, compact habit, blooming very freely.

Price, strong pot grown plants. )8>1.50 per dozen; iSllO.OO per 100.

F. R. PIERSON COMPANY, Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y.

1070

The American Florist.

June 7,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Casli with Order.

Xo Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times, 20 per cent: 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdvertislDK Department of the Ameuicas
Florist is for Florists. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to ttiose lines ONLY. Please to
rememt>e It.

Orders for less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion in the issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Organization is the order of tde day
and the action of the wholesale commis-
sion men in taking steps to form an or-
ganization through which they may bet-
ter serve their mutual interests, is cer-
tainly wise. The meeting which they will
hold at .\tlantic City next August should
be attended by every commission dealer
in the country. Good invariably results
from the bringing together in this way cf
those with mutual interests. Let no one
imagine that such an organization will
be inimical to the best interests of the
whole trade. As regards "equ;iIization of
prices," while by united action something
may be done to lessen the disastrous ef-
fects of the gluts that occur at times, no
organization however strong can make
it possible to equalize to any appreciable
extent the prices of such perishable stock
as flowers. So no one need fear that
prices may be manipulated by the pro-
posed organization , and surely much good
may be accomplished in other directions.
Would it not be of value for eachmember
of the association to be advised dailv of
the condition of the market inthe various
large cities? This could be readily and
economically done through the medium
of such an association. Let each city re-
port daily by wire at a stated hour to the
secretary of the association, he to at once
forward same to each of the other cities
represented, this to be there manifolded
and copies distributed to each member
entitled to same; or he could wire direct
to each if preferred. The expense of either
method would be very little.

The most recent punLiCATiON issued
by the Missouri Botanical Garden is a
monograph on North American species of
Sagittaria and Lophotocarpus, by Jared
G. Smith. It contains 38 pages of read-
ing matter and 29 excellent plates, and
givcB minute descriptions of these variable
and interesting ar^uatic plants. It is
printed in advance from the eiztb annual
report of the Garden.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

ia02 PINE STREET,

(Siir.i-pi.iir 1.1 KI.I.ISON & Kl KHM.

^:a=« WHOLESALED '.-*.-

1122 niTJj; STEtlCKT,

Mt. J^ovilm, Ado*

A eomplsKi lln« of Wlro I>««lcn«.

l'i.RA!tK mcnlinn the Aukhican I-i,j>
KI9T every time you write to an ndvcr-
tian- In theae columns.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508. 64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING, ""eTuSl""

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KAKUS.

8 TO 12 FEET LONG, 50 CTS.

Orders by mail, tele-

CUT STRINGS

3 or small quautities to ai

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Shipped iu large or small quautities to any part of the country,
graph or telephone.

"'^i^

Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

Laurel and Green Festooning', Wreaths, Etc.

SPHAGNUM MOSS \N ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

XvO
IvOIV

FT
I*JHO

F»iioTr
F»Moaro

You need them. You want them.
Send for catalogue to

DAN'L B. LONG.

l«i :i--i-'.vi^<>, IV. "V'

'mf mm' FOLDING flower

FOR CUTfLDWERS.

1 Mii.li' (r..iii li.nv\ Nliu In. .1. -Irin>

IM'il tint i.;i< kr.l Kij ttj IL •till

Boy.M

J

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers.

1 ship-

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jaokaon k Clinton Bts., OHIOAOO.

I Kit. >Nf. .Mais 47IH.

NOTICE.
Chicago Flower Exclian)j;e.

At a Hpcciiil liirctiiiK <'f Die StucklloliU-iH of llir
Chicnffo Cut I'lowrr Kxchaiiffc, lu-lil itl No. Xh
I,nkr Street, Sntiirday iMorniii^, April 2Ktli. it wnH
trw>\vct\ to (llHCoDtiiMir the biiHHieHH. All pemoiiH
hnviPK claitttH aKaiiiHt tlie ChicaKo Cut Flower
J'.xchatiK'' are rr(]iirHte<l t'» prenenl Nnnie at once,
nn'l IhoH*.- Intlelilrd to Hnid V.x^h:\^^^•^^ are r*-(pi<*nletl
to ninkc pnymrnt without drliiy i"

OEO. KLEHM, Ssc'y,

69 Wabash Avenue. CRICAOO

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

PE6K & SUTHERLAND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^s-

67 Bromfield St, BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLESALE GKOWEKS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS- SUPPLIES,

59 WABASH AVENUE.

Sr.coNii Hi.M.iK. O HH^/iVCiO.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
.*! 'Wc»l>f»sl» .A.-ve>.,

Boom 2. CHICAGO.

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Stre:ets,
Clnolnii-ieK'tl, 0«

Mention American Kliirlnt.

DAN'L B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

Hllll'I'lNU nui»KUN CAllKl'VUhY A1TKN1»B1> TO.
OTIIEIC STEriALTIES:

KlorlHtH' Stipplli'H, %%*tr4<' I><'Ml(irnH, lliillm,
I.oii(;'h riorlHtH l'hotoi;i}i|iliHrK<'rlaruM nil.

('nlrilMtfili'f.. MmIm, 'I'rniiH, ftc , uii iipl'llr-nt luii,

SAMUKl. S. PENXOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16lh STREET,

Mention Aineth'nn Klorlnt.

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The American Florist.

1071

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
OiIIOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS* SUPPLIES.

Telephone Main 4(><j.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

25 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
!t^5.0U and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICK LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND AI.!.

FIiOBISTS' SUFFI.IES.

Western Aeeut for flie r,KP;AT ANTIPEST.

A. I.. BANDAIiL,

wiioiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Aeent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

PHONE M4IN 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937, CMICA.CiO.

Moss, Ol.SEN.

Horace R. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main Km. Consisiimeiits Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,

METS, "^^^^ ii^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES,

GON TIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICULTORAL AOCTIONEERS,

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send $3.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

VASES.

®\f/f{o?eS>ai& MarfeeU.

Cut Flowers,

NEW York. June 2.

Boses, ordinary varieties l.UU® 4.00

sameiperthouaand)- 1C.OO@I5.00

Beauty 3.00020.00

Carnations 1 00® 2.00

llarrlsll 8.00®10 GO

Valley 'J.OO® 4.00

Callas U.OO

Sweet peas 50® .75

Mignonette 1.00® 2.00

Marguerites 25® .50

Smllax 6.00®10.00

Asparaprus 50.00

Adlantum 1.00

BOSTON. June 2.

Roses, NIphetos, Gontler 3.00® 3.00

Perle, Sunset 2.00® 4.00

Bride, Mermet 2.0ii® 5.00

Jacqs, Brunner 5.00®15.UO

Carnations 1.60® 2.10

Harrlsll 8 L0®10.00

Lily of the valley 4.00® 6 00

Mignonette. Marguerites l.OO

Stock, astUbe 3.00® 3.00

Sweet peas 60® 1.00

Adlantum 1 00

Smllax 12.00@15.0O

Asparagus 50.00

PHILADELPHIA. June 3.

Roses, Perle. Gontler. NIphetos 3.00® 3.00

Cusln, WattevUle, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La Prance 3.0O® 5.00

K;il»crin, Bridesmaid, Testout 6.0O® 8.00

Belle. Beauty 10.00®3o.00

Jucqs 10.00®15.00

Carnations, fancy 3.00® 3.00

good ordinary 75® 1.25

Valley 3.00® 4.U0

Yellow daisies 4 00

Mignonette l-OO

Asparagus 6O.00®75.00

Harrioll lilies U.OO® S.OO

Sweet peas 50® 1.00

Cornflower 50® .75

Pa!0nles 4.00® tl. (10

Cattleyas 40. 00

Orchids -. 1.5.0C®40.00

Smllax 12.00®15.00

Chicago. June 5
Rosea, La France. Bride. Mermet. Wootton 3.00® .400

Meteor. Bridesmaid 4,00® 5.00

Perle. Gontler. NIphetos 3.00® 3.00

" Beauty 12.00®18.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.^0

fancies 2.00® 3.00

Harrlsll, Longlflorum 3.0O

Migtiuuette 1-00

Sweet peas 40® .50

Gardenia 1.00® 2.00

Smlla.t I5.(0®18.00

Adlantum l.Ut® 1 24

CINCIXNATI. June 4.

Roses, Beauty 10.CO(s;35 00

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 4.00

'* La France 5.0U

Perle 2 00® 3.00

Carnations 1.00® 3.0U

short -75

Cnllas, HarrisU BOO

Swwtpeas 1.00® 1 25

Valley 2,00® 3.00

Smllax 15.00

Adlantum 1.00

Asparagus 50.00

St. LOOTS. June 4.

Roses, Perlcs, NIphetos, Wootton 2.00® 3.00

BrUle. .Mermet, Bridesmaids 3.00® 4.00

Meteors, .lucqs 4.00® U.OO

La France, Albany, Hoste 2.00® 4.00

•■ Beauty 6 00®15.00

Sweet peas, colored 35® .60

■' white -75

Coreopsis 50® .75

Carnations, long 1.00

short .50

Adlantum 1.00

Smllax.. 15.00®

Ferns, common, per lOOO $1.25

BtTFPALO. June 4.

Roses, Beauties 15.00®25.00

Mermet. Bride 6.00® 7.00

Meteor 5.00® U.OO

Gontler, Perle. Hoste 5.0O(5i U.OO

■ •■ Cusln 5.00® U.OO

Callas. Uarrisll : 10.00

Carnations, long 2.00® 2.60

Daybreak and Wm. Scott 3,U0

short 1.00® 1.60

Valley 2.00® 2 ,50

Mignonette 1.00® 2.00

Sweet peas 75® 1 50

Smllax 15.00(3.30.00

Adlantum 1..50

Asparagus 50.00

THE DIRECTORY

For ISO^

IS NOW RtflDY.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164. CHICAGO.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES;

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pri~ ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

"Wholesale Florist.

DESIRABLE STOCK FOR

Weddings,

School Graduations

and Commencements.

The product of the most extensive and
successful growers for the New York
market

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SttERIDflN,

• WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on applicatioa

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut* Flowers.

57 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

NEN?V YORK CITY.

Established 1879

MILLANG BROS. 3

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange, NEW YORK.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK.

WH0LE8SLE • FLORIST,

Careful Shipping: to all parts of the country.
Frioe liflt on applieatiou.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTremontSt... BOSTON, MASS.

1072

The American Florist.

June 7,

Ifie ^eeil Uracje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BrRPEE. Philadelphia, president; A. L.
Don. eecretary and treasurer. 114 Chambere street.
New Tork. Next annual meeting second Tuesday In
June, at Toronto. Ont.

Seed Crop Report From Waterloo, Neb.

Our spring started in fully two weeks
earlier than usual, with the land in excel-
lent condition for plowing and planting.
Corn, melons, squash and pumpkins were
gotten into the ground as rapidly as pos-
sible and a good stand of everything was
obtained.

On the night of May 19, we experienced
a severe freeze that injured corn, potatoes,
small grain and truit, and which destroyed
all vines that were out of the ground.
Replanting was immediately made but in
nearly all cases the seed has remained in
the ground with no showing of germina-
tion up to date.

On the night of May 29, we hadasmal^
local shower that moistened the surface
of the ground; it did not extend one-half
an inch below the surfact and did not
reach the leed that had been planted.
Still the rain that did fall although but
little may do some good. Cucumber has
not all been planted, the ground being
too dry. Should an early frost come this
fall the squash and pumpkin crop will be
very light if not a total failure; much de-
pends on the balance of the growing sea-
son.

The freeze referred to injured all corn
but we note that it is coming up again
and will not require general replanting.
The stand in most cases is fairly good.
The grasshoppers troubled us to quite an
extent last season but from present indi-
cations it was nothing to be compared
with the damage we will in .nil probabil-
ity suffer this year. A/il/io/is of youof^
grasshoppers can be seen now; never be-
fore in such numbers at this season of the
year.

The acreage of sweet cornand vine seeds
planted in .\ebraska this year is not more
than one-fourth of the area planted last
aeason. Growers have learned a severe
lesson in regard to the planting for sur-
plus crops over and above the required
quantities with which to fill contracts.
They have discovered that the seed trade
have no disposition to help them by tak-
ing surplus crops off their hands unless at
a sacrifice of value which means loss to
the grower; hence the caution used in
planting excess acreage this season.

Taking into consideration the reduced
acreage and the very unsatisfactory pre-
sent condition of crops now existing, to-
gether with the far from promising future
outlook, and it would seem as though
prices must rate higher this coming fall
than has iK-cn the case for several years
pa«t. Gkowkh.

A NKW RACK of dwnrf sweet peas i"
hopefully predicted in the novelty lists o
the near future.

TiiK Ti;xA^ Si-Kh Co. of Waco, Texas,
is now in the hands of a trustee, who will
close out the business. More [inrticulnrs
arccxix:ctcd Inter.

A NKW I'i'.ATiRK of " I,find^ni)e" nd vcr
tilling cf>n»iiit» of large white wooden let-
ters placed flat on sloping grnssy hanks
in view of passing trains. The use by
Hccdsmcn of large sit»n hoards along lend-
ing suburban lines out of New York City
it increasing.

Our buyers will visit Holland, Southern France and Bermuda during; the luontli of June^
and orders placed with us now will liave most careful personal attention by them.

IMPORT

BULB

PRICES.

Si ROMAN HYACINTHS,

and all French Bulbs.

LILIUM HARRISII

AND_DUTCH BULBS.

;^irO"W is the time to order. We are quoting the lowest rates of the season.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

Elstalolislieca X830.

R. VAN DER SCHOOT & SON,

HYACINTHS. TULIPS. NARCISSUS,

SPIRAEA, LILIES OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

HEADQUARTERS FOR HIGH GRADE rORCING BULBS.
Wholesale Importers should write us for Prices.

OUK NEW TKADE LIST NOW READY.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

GROWERS OF

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale Importers.

Orders Booked Now

_ 'tOiv'' Si\'15rficfjr.tj "'

for Future Delivery:

Iiily of the Valley, forcing' pips;
Roman Hyacinths, Narcissus,
Spir:ea, and all forcing bulbs.
Azalea, Rhododendron,
Roses, etc., plants. Address

August R'dlkcr&Sons,

i:i<l& i:iK w. -Mih St., |Up,„ Ynrlf

!• ir sliitltMj K. new lOIR.

LILY OF THE VALLEY BULBS.

OSCAR KNOPrF & CO . Erfurt. Germany.

M I i;t..w.T« I-. 11 II. tin- Krnr"T'T nf iji-rriiiiiiy,

Vi-ry II|;nT llHiiibiirK ii»<l IIitMii •|iiiiII-
llf'N, .'t yi>)ir*« old, lor rordiiK.
Kor piirtlfuliir" iipi'l> I"

C. B. RICHARD &. CO., Agents.

Ill llri>iiil»iiv. M:\V lolIK.

PRIMROSE SEED

ITT I'l' Sl"l.< I \I,H I Kit !• l.cmiMI'S,

FIFTEEN SORTS.

I.urK*' fIi»««T<«. trliii;<<,l: Itrlllliiiit <-<,li>rH.
r, In- liir |iii< lial ,,1 IIMI xo'iN. Ml.dO.

HENRY S. RUPP & SONS. Shirtinianilown, PA.

PITCHER & MANDA

are now prepared to quote the Lowest
Import Prices on all kinds of

BULBS FOR FALL PLANTING,

and prospective buyers would do well
to secure our prices before placing
their orders

^Ve Imvo rnnde Hpcclally ndvHntiiKeouB contracts
thiH your, wlilch plnc^oH ub In a poslUniitn (piTer the very
bc'HtKrude of bulbs ut the lowest poMHlble rate. If you
are a buyer of f<irclnK bulbs, send us a list of your
qiiantltloB for estimate.

UNITED STATES NURSERIES,

^^^- SHORT HILLS. N. J.

HuIsgDosgH BroiHGrs,

QVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs ^ Plants

We are nnw prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next .July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

HULSEBOSCH HROS.,

58 West Street, NEW YORK CITY.

Allir May t. '94. address will lii' ENGLEWOOO. N J.

PLANTS! BULBS!

Kvcryllilin.: npprrldlnlnf lo (ho Pnrm
nii'l 4;iinlrn "f tin- Ih-mI ritiil cliuiceat

i <itiaiu>. i*i{ i(;i<:s kh;iit.

' CatatiiKiiH on applli-dllon.

WEEBCR & DON.

114 Chambers St.. New Yohk City.

I'l. HASH mention the Ami;kican I'l.OHisT
every time y(ju write to an advertisers.

i8g4'

The American Florist.

1073

^STV^IIS^TBR

With the present low prices of Bulbs and the increasing
desire for flowers among people, a great deal more ought
to be done in the Bulb line.

Ten Bulbs of one variety of Hyacinths or Tulips in a pan
make desirable window decorations and give a big show for
little money. Large quantities of these pans are disposed
of in the Boston and New York markets throughout the
winter and spring.

Fitted into pretty celluloid baskets or other receptacles
and encircled by ribbon of appropriate color, they are great
favorites in New York City as Easter gifts.

In nearly all the largest cities the parks have been
planted with spring Bulbs, this should also be done in private
gardens. Nothing is handsomer on the lawn than a well
arranged bed of Hyacinths, Tulips or Crocus.

It is a favorable opportunity for Florists to drum up a
trade in this line.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

, near Haarlem, m^^\^m^m^j=^%^x7%'M^^

Offer HYACINTHS, TULIPS, DAFFODILS

And all other bulbs for forcing and outdoor, in extra fine quality, at very low rates.

PLEASE ORDER SOON.

ASK FOR OUR 1894 CATALOGUE.

CYCLAMEN SEEDS,

European strain.

LILIES OF THE VALLEY.

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,
122 E. 23rd Street, NEW YORK.

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds aud
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

When you write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper ^^lease say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

DUTCH

of OVERVEEN. HOLLAND,

One of the oldest and most reliable Dutch houses, offer the
^5 III ^5 C» best of facihties to American buyers, having a resident Agent
13 II I r^^^ in New York thoroughly posted on this stock and who will
*^ ^^ ^fci^^i^* j^^i^^ ^„ customers' entries, with quick deliveries In good
order, from New York City. Latest reduced price list sent free.

JOHN W. ELDERING, 78 Barclay Street, NEW YORK.

SASSENHEIM, HOLLAND,

GROWERS OF

P. VOS & CO..

Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocuses, Narcissus, etc.

WE ARE ABLE TO QUOTE THE LOWEST PRICES FOR WHOLESALE DEALERS.

CSTUTTT A ^F "ice plants in 2'4-iuch pots,
alXLXljJXJ^, S2.00 per 100; $16.00 per 1000.

Transplanted Seedlings, 81 per 100; SS per 1000.
A few hundred Roses— Meteor. Perle and Hoste,

H-inch, ready for a shift, $6 00 per 100.
JOSEPH E. BONSALL, Wholesale Florist. Salem, 0.

ALTERNANTHERAS.

Red and Yellow, good size, J2.50 per 100.
McCREA & COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

1074

The American Florist

June 7,

Cleveland.

Cool cloudy weather following several
weeks of bright warm weather bad the
eflfect of shortening up all supplies for
Decoration Day. There being very few
outdoor flowers the greenhouses were
called on almost entirely for the needed
supply.

The call for flowers from out of town
exceeded that of any former year, and the
wholesale shipping trade was excellent.
The greatest demand, as usual at this
date, being for carnations, and as nearly
all the crops were off", not one-half the or-
ders could be filled. There were plenty of
good roses to meet all demands, also
some very fair tulips, daffodils and hya-
cinths from cold storage, but there was
very little demand for bulb flowers, they
do not catch the popular fancy after their
season is over and it hardly pays for the
trouble and additional cost to hold them
over. L. F. D.

200,000 ROSES 200,000

Nice stock troni 2>j-iiich pots.

Per 1000 1 erlOO
PERLE |25.00 J2.S0

SUNSET 25.00 2 80

BRIDE 22.50 2.50

MERMET 22 50 2.50

GONTIER 22.50 250

HOSTE 22.50 2.50

MARECHAL NIEL 25 00 2 SO

LA FRANCE 24 00 2 75

WHITE LA FRANCE 24,00 2 75

ALBANY 2400 2.75

METEOR 22.50 2.50

WATTEVILLE 22.50 2,50

SOUPERT 22.50 2.50

And all standard varieties in Hybrids,
Teas, Hybrid Teas, Climbers, Polyanthas,
etc , etc. Strictly our own selection, ^20,00
per 1000; $2 25 per iCO. Same from 4-inch
pots, $6.00 per 100.

Send In your lists for prices.

TKHMS CVHIf ^VITII OKUKK.

CUT SMILAX. 10 cents per String.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO,,

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

StronK plants from 2>4-inch pots,

$50.00 per 1000.
From 3-inch pots, |!70.00 per 1000

TESTOUTS.

I rom 3 inch pots, J'.O.OO per ICOO.

J. T. ANTHONY,

2200 Michiflan Ave. CHICAGO.

ROSE PLANTS.

6,000 AM. BEAUTIES, *-incli puis, ivoxHj
2,000 BRIDES, 3'^-incli pots. 45.00

1.000 PERLES, J>^-inch pots. 45.00

i.OOO MERMETS, 3>4-inch pots. 45.00

Cool Kr(*Mn, for our own imr.
All very choice. Ilav** never wen onr nrnulleH
equaled. WoiiM l»e rhrnp iit %\'iJt W. Will pnv for
themnelvr^ t»«-forc othi-rH Ii1<kiiii, itiu! ittwiiyH iciul.

BRANT & NOE. Forest Glen, III.

or L. M, NOE, Madison, n. j.

SENATOR McNAUGHTON,

BRIDESMAID,

PERLES, . - . .

BRIDES, . . . .

MERMETS,

METEOR, - - . .

$io.oo

7.00
4 SO
4 00
4.00
5.00

Fine thrifty plants,
from 2^ -inch pots.

LA FRANCE,

ALBANY,

CLIMBING PERLE,

TESTOUT,

KAISERIN Augusta Victoria,

WICHURAIANa, .

Per 100

$500
5 00
5.00
800
6.00
6.00

Also :i larj;;** stock of Pitlius, Araticarias, Ficus, Aspidistra var.

GREENHOUSES:
Western Springs, I

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

CHICAGO:

) 146-148 W. Washington St.

^^OXJIVO

JhSC

>SE^S

•

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-inch pots,

Testout,

Meteors,

Brides,

La Prance,

$5 00 and $6 00
5 00 and 6 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00

We will quote you special price on

Beauties in

lots of SCO or more.

REINBERG BROS.,

51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perle, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Testout, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany,

Gontier, White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch

pots, $5.00; ^inch pots, $6.00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, $6.00; 3-inch, $8.00 per hundred.

THIS STOCK IS WELL (iKOWN AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSftlHTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MflY, Summit, New Jerseu.

Brides, Bridesmaids,
Perles, Meteors, Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-i2i. pots.

AiUIreww for quotiitlons

Cusius

Niphetos, Testouts,
Iia France, Menuets,

T. w. sTii^HiLEu, VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole AKents fur U. jj. for Chan, niarlntosh & Co., Kii^IhikI* Inventors of Vulciinl/.ed Inttln Uubber,
Extra stront: uroenlioufle hose in wltliwtand lilyh prt-ttHure. ^\n.. ;f-|>ly. Ific. ptr foot In la) feet lenjrtlis.

R^ososi.

1^0«S0«ii

In 21 ... 3 and 4-inch pots.
ALL THE LEADING VARIETIES FOR FORCIX6.

Write for prices

0<>.

Surplus Stock 50,000 Roses

\Vc -slill have aljovL- iiiinilicr in piinic cumlition
an'l want to dispose of some at once ior cash. It
will pay every floiist to plant ont one or two thoii-
Baiid oftheHc Kose», the cut flowers will mure thnu
pay the cost.

For 920 we will Kxprcssyou 1000 Rones in fol-
lowing sorts- (jnnlity and safe arrival Kimranteed:

CI. ck" I.abarthe, IJride, Mernict, I'erlc, Schwartz,
Dcvonicns'H. Thcrcsc I.evet, NiveuH, Ooldeii C.ntr,
I'apa (ionlirr, Utjon, White, I*ink and Ke<l I,n
I'rance, Meteor, Mrs Ueftraw, W . A. kichardsrjn,
I'ladel. Chrintine dc None, V. KmeRer. Ccis,
< Mi(»-nH Scarlet. OuLsiclc of these have H) more

ris; leave selection to iiR and we can furnish at
^.tiue figurcH. Send your lislh to he priced

Address NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville, Ky.

Mi.iill..n AiniTliiin H.irli.1

MermcU. Cimili" niid WBUcvillcs, HiM prr 1(1(1.
DHdcsninUlH, nrltlcH, lloslc, (Wiiitler, Mrtcur niid

Ijl I'rniicr. (lOOprr 100.
Stroiix Aiiicrkiiii Ilrnulics. Jfi.flO per 100; tWOO per

1000. Well rtKjlrd llrniily cutlliius. f:iOO per lUO.
♦*-SpcclHl pricrH oil (iiKiiitlty. I.rt nir pr icr ytjtir

lUls. C«h1i with order.

West I'orcal I'ltrk, SI. I.oiiIh, .Mo.

ROSES. ROSES.

Urides, 2</2-\nch JJ.50 per lOO

Mfrmets, " " "

Herles,

Sunsets,

Lri France,

Alliany,

Niphetos,

Wootton,

4.00

.i'^ -inch of above varieties|6.00 per 100
AKeratum May Flower (best
blue), 2;4 inch pots ja.OO per 100

p. O. Box 72, KANSAS CITY. MO.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,^

Worki'd l"W nil tliii MuiicUl Hlork, nlTiT tliii bout ro-
lUlUit'i Ihr tliirlnt. l>li>iMiilimrivt'l> iiiKlillvliiif plenty of
oiitlliiKH I'lr tiroiiiiKiiilnif iliilt'kly. Ii'lno plunU t'ursule
l.y thu lUlor lUlO, lit low riilus,
J'rict. I.IhU til iippllciiiitH. AddroHS

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN. (Boston). MASS.

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The American Florist.

1075

IWINTER FLOWERING ROSES

J We devote more than half of our greenhouses to the production of Winter Flowerint; Roses,
S and have the finest range of greenhouses in this country for that purpose, they contain every im
S provenient in regard to durability and labor-saving appliances; the rafters and purlins are ot
J wrought iron, securing very light roofs and extreme durability. The water is
J warmed in very cold weather before using by the exhaust steam from the ^team
5 pump that supplies the houses with water; liquid manure is all
J pumped by steam, and everything to secure the highest develop-

• ment of our stock, and at the least expense, has been sought for
S and secured, and our new range of iron rose houses, covering two
S acres of ground, and devoted exclusively to tlie production

• of cut roses, are conceded by all who have examined them to
S be without question the finest range of greenhouses devoted to

S rose culture in the United States, and we believe, in consequence, we have exceptional facili
5 ties for supplying strong young healthy rose stock at the lowest possible prices These
J houies are worth examination, as they are conceded to be model houses in every way. Visitors
J are always welcome.

S AMERICAN BEAUTY,— '^^i^' largest rose and the most vigorous growing by far among continuously
8 blooming roses, throwing up very strong stems from the base of the plant, every shoot terminated with a single
S llowcv, whieh is ot the largest size. Color, deep rose. In foliage and size ot flower it resembles the large Hybrid
5 Perpetual or Hardy class, and is similar to JIagna Chart:! or Glnire de Paris. It is as fragrant as the most fra

*l|!';|ii|Sl!5

5 grant of Hardy roses, which, coupled with its vijior. ];iii;<- si/c and beautiful color, loner stems and continuous bloom, places it at the head of Winter
S bloorains roses. It requires skill and favonible condii ions tu ilower it in perfection, but when successfully llowered no other rose approaches it for

I bofiuty or profit.

-inch pots. $10.00 per 100; $90.00 per 1000.

I MME. CAROLINE THSTOUT.— This rose
I lias alfrarliMl iiiori' attention than any rose sent out
I siin-f thr AnnTiran ll»'auty. It was the winner at the
; Madisnii Si]uari' (.iardon Chrysanthemum Show of the
I Lanu:k SilvekCup for the best new seedling of Europ-
I ean oriy;in not exhibited previous to 18K. and il was

constantly surrounded by an admiring ;

"P through
5 out the show. It is a 'Hybrid Tea/ with a decided.
S though delicate tea fragrance. It is a very vigorous
i grower, throwing up heavy bottom shoots in profusion,
S and is also a remarkably free bloomer for so large and
S fine arose, producing scarcely any blind wood. In form
fe it is very similar to La France, and in size much larger.
S In color" it is simply unequalled among pink roses, be-
5 ingof u wonderluily clear brilliant pink, of one solid
§ tone, without shading of any kind. It needs no special
i ln*;itment. and for a high class rose of easy culture, it
S is fiTtainly unequalled. Large roses that can be cut in
S ihi- half-blown state, like Beauty, are becoming yearly
J more fashionable and the popular taste seems to be
J growingin this direction; we have needed a good pink
8 rose to meet this demand, and believe that Mme. Tes-
S tout will fill till* bill. Mr. Ernst Asmus says: "This is
S the best llylirid Tea the French have ever sent out."
• Mr. \\ . \V. Coli's says; "I have grown many varieties
S of rosfs. but havenever seen one with so many good
5 iiualitifs as the above. I shall be very much mistaken
S in my prediction if we do not find, within a few years,
S that tin-re are a thousand Testouts grown for every
S huiidi-fd La France." Mr. Robt Craig says: "I want
J to tell vou that's a nice thing. The color of Testout
« is its great point. In that respect it is far ahead of La
S France. It will keep in the cellar for three or four
5 days, and as the color fades it keeps a pleasant shade."
S Growers, Retailers and Flower Buyers are alike enthu-
8 siastic in its praise, and in our opinion this rose is des-
8 fined to win a high place and prove very profitable to
J tlie grower. P'irsl premium awarded us forthis varietv,
S N. V.('hr\santli.-miiin stiow. Fall, 1S93. Price, 2J4-inch
8 pots. $8.00 per 100, $75.00 per 100a.

KAISBRIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA.-

A new rose ot German origin that is atlracliiiL' a
great deal of attention and promises to b(' oi meal
value. In color it is midway between liride and
Mme. Hoste, a delicate '-ream white. The buds are
both larger and longiT sleniined than those ot IJride.
The habit of the jjlant is singularly strong, vigor-
ous and healthy; the llower is most deliciously fra-
grant. Winner of the Silver Cup ottered by the F.
R. Pierson Company, at the Madison Square Garden
Chrysanthemum Show for the most promising forc-
ing "rose never before exhibited at a New York
show. First premium New York Chrysanthemum
Show, Fall, 1893. awarded us for this varietv.
Price, 2M-inch pots. $8.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000.

Silver cup awarded us 1891 for our ex-
hibit of Meteor Roses; for best 100 Red
Roses of any variety.

hence makes it much more profitable.

Silver (.'up awarded us for Meteor Roses, ex-
: hibited at ^ladison Square Garden. 1892. for best
iI.T Red Ruses of a n\ \ ariet^ .

S/?/De'SMifl/0.— (Originated by Frank L. \
Moore.) Tins is the rose we have all been waiting,)
for — a Merrtiet whose color is constant through all «
kinds of weather. Merraet has always been ac- J
knowlcdged as more nearlyapproacbing perfection J
than any other pink rose, its one fault being its ten- J
dency to lose color in dark weather. In the Brides- i
maid we have it with this one fault corrected, and !
every good trait unchanged. It is identical in j
forni, habit of growth and freedom of bloom with j
its parent, and, unlike Waban. it never produces i
malformed buds. Many of the largest and luost I
wide-awake growers about New York intend to dis- |
curd Mermet and plant Bridesmaid in its place the j
coming season, and we believe results will prove i
their wisdom, as its uniform good color causes it to i
bring a correspondingly uniform good price, and '
The past winter it has brought fifty per cent more ]
than Mermet: when it is realized that it is fully as free of bloom, no more need be said on ]
this point. We won /="z>-.s^ /V/^e two successive days at the Madison Square Garden Chrysan- i
themum Show, fall of 1892, for this variety. Mr. T. J. Slaughter, who has been a large and very |
successful grower of Mermet. voices the universal verdict when he says: "It gives me great ]
pleasure to give the Bridesmaid my hearty recommendation; from my experience with it this i
y;Q\iX I am convinced it 2vill supersede the Mermet entirely, ow'nx^ to its better color and greater !
market value. I intend to give it all the room I ean possihlv spare. I think growers will go strong for |
it next year. ■ 2".i-ineh pots. $8.u0 per 100; $75.00 per 1000 ;

METEOR. — The finest crimson rose for winter blooming; very double and very dark velvety ■
erinisnii s<;arlet, its only fault being a tendency lo become black during the shortest days of winter,
but when well grown itis not excelled: a superb variety. We grow this rose very largely, and won a
Silver Cup at tlie Madison Square Garden Chrysanthemum Show, for the best twenty-five blooms, also
both first and se.-und prizes for the best twelve blooms. We are recognized as having the best stock
about Xew York, antl an- headquarters for this variety. In 1893 we again received First Premium for
niir exhibit of Meii-nr at Ih'' New York ('hrysanthe'mum Show, and also a Bronze Medal at the
world's Columbian Exposition in Chicag'o, for our exhibit of this variety. 2>4-inch pots.
$6.00 per 100; $55.00 per 1000.

SOUVENIR DE WOOTTON.—A very valuable scarlet-crimson, much like Jacqueminot
in size and eolnr; an "-asv \ariety to llower and has a delicious fragrance. Throws good stems, but fre-
.|uentlv in elnslers. in wliieh rase, by disbudding, the size of the llower is largely increased. The best
erinis.in \\ inier-llowering rose at the present lime 'fjr general use," all "things considered. 2'4-
iNih i)ois. $6.00 per 100; $55.t0 per 1000.

MME. CUSIN, PERLE, MERMET, NIPHETOS and BRIDE, $5 per 100; $45 per 1000.

F. R. PIERSON CO.,

.TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, N. Y,

1076

The American Florist.

June 7,

Toronto.

Business this last week has not come up
to what is generally expected dunng the
last week in Mav.butthe kind of weather
that is being dealt out to us just now is
not that which induces people to turn
their attention to "the flowers that bloom
in the spring, tra-la." The"oldestinhab-
itant" however is having a good time
searching for precedents for so much cold,
wet weather at this time of year; for my
own part I don't believe he will find any.
In some of the parks and gardens they
are trying to do a little bedding out be-
tween the showers, but no great quantity
has been put out yet and blanks have
been left for coleus to be put in when the
warm weather arrives, which to all ap-
pearances may be some time before

August. . ,

The chestnut and mountain ash trees,
of which there are large numbers planted
in the streets here, are in full bloom just
now and the cool dull weather is allow-
ine them to last in full beauty for a longer
time than usual. I have come to thecon-
clusion however that the horse chestnut
is not a suitable tree for a general city
street shade tree. The foliage is so dense
that no grass willgrowontheboulevards
under it and it makesit too dark in houses
near by, and in the fall it is an endless
source" of temptation to the small boy
who prowls round with his pockets full
of rocks. As a broad avenue tree how-
ever it is unsurpassed. I have m my
mind's eye nowanavenue,orpublicprom-
enade rather, in Orleans, France, about
three quarters of a mile long with 8 or 10
rows of chestnut trees with every alter-
nate row of the "scarlet" variety. The
efifect is something immense when in full
bloom.

San Francisco.

The creditors of the firm of Carbone &
Monti have to meet in court June 11th
and present their claims. Carbone in-
tends to start in business now in Ocean

\t is rumored that a company of Chi-
nese will open a retail store here soon

The market is overstocked with stutt so
that business is dull. M. Lynch is bring-
ine in the finest sweet peas, and Portias.
Dan Driscoll also brings in good roses
and carnations. W. S. C.

, 'HELEN KELLER"

I The uew Csrimtlon; pure white, dell-
1 cately marked with red.

I Price for well Rooted Cuttings:
' S! (X) per dozen; S12.1XI per 100; S3o 00 per 250;

Sm.uO per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate. Orders may
be sent either to

EDWIN LONSDALE,
Chestnut Hill, Phlla-

I JOAN N. Mfly,

Summit. N. .T.

Carnations.

Last call tor Annie Pixley; can you af-
ford to go without this beautiful new
pink? 1 do not think you can when
you can get 25 well rooted cuttings for
$2.50 cash with the order.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

(jneens, Long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

NEW CARNATIONS

OOOO t'L*^re'Jor';'^."^°.°.1lO%"pe?K^.^M tier 1(KM
-2m T^e itiart 10.00 per lOO: 75.00 per lUOO

^ ^^.ti^l°!::::::::: tT,%Z: « «, pencw

200 MA.TOR BONNAFFON CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
$5.00 per dozen; $;i5.00 per 100.

FRED. DORNER & SON,

I jFavFTTE. IND.

Smilax.

RIESEN PENSEE

Ion ur . r.rt".,m.h;-r .j..»IU..t lUrj) Korn II OU.
urn Kr?,^ II 1., Iin.rn,«rkcn .Ml.rl-o.l Anw«li..inK

l,rfnrl. <;<rriiMiiy.

I'er lUO

White Dove Si.OO

Blanche 3-00

Garfield 4-00

E. l*lerson 4.00

Tidal Wave fOO

Mrs. Itevnolds ... . 5.0O

THIS WEEK ONLY ! !

NICE CARNATION PLANTS FROM SOIL.^^^^^^^

Wm. Scott » T.CO

The Stuart 12.00

UncleJohn 12 00

Annie Pixley 12. 00

Helen Keller 13 00

^^^ ... . McGowan t.OO

GEO. HANCOCK & SON, Grand Haven, Mich.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the
fall ^

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations I Chrysanthemums.

STANDARD VAKIKTIKS.
MARIK LOUISE VIOLKT KUNNKKS.
SMII..AX. 2*.^-lnch pots. , ,

l?»tlBfaitl6n and prompt shipment Kuarnnteed.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.
Klmwoo<l Ave. &nKth St., 1'HII.A., I'A.

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you on receipt
10 cts. The price is 75 cts. per 100, or
$6.00 per 1000, cash with the order.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

CARNATIONS

tiSar VERBENAS,

Rooted Cuttings or Plants.

New French Cannas; Chrys. Geo. S.
Conover; Geranium Silver Jewel; Anem-
one Whirlwind; Pink Her Majesty;
Fuchsia Trailing Queen; and many
other fine Novelties.

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

VICK & HILU

-ROCHESTER, N. Y.

™^ JACQUEMINOT

. . OA.JE«JVA.TIOI«

18 endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sellB at sUht
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
^lO KK .SAM FLES-we cannot spare the time. Send
for clrralar. I'er dozen, f2.00: per lOO, IIO.OU; per 1000.
RiO.OO. 260 at lOOO rate.

PETER FISHER & CO..

ELLIS, Norfolk Co., MASS.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to eight branches, very

fine stock, $12.00 to $25.00 per dozen.
FAIiMS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

230n Michigan Ave.. CHICAGO, IL.I,.

CANNAS.

strong
Pot Plants

UOHl'STA. tine for follaKo f« Hcenis

MMK. (KO/V *" '.I cents

I'AIM. MAliyl'ANT ®1U cents

A1,I-U(INSK HdKVlKU toi:>conU

The Universal
Horlicullural Eslablishmenl.

SOUTH ORANGE. N.I.

Tuberous Begonias.

Tin: .IE\MN<;S STK.AIN OK f.AKOK
II.OWEKINO AND I AN< Y I'.\NS1KS.

New Crop Seed ready June 2L>

. . FINER THAN EVER.

E. B. JENNINGS, ""IJ^'i^V-^im.w.u

I, J.'., SOI Tlll'Olt'l', CONN.

PLANTS.

imiFFlNS STUAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.

We arc headquarters for the

above, the tliicst stmin In tho

,..,., _ -■^-..._ world. Send fur Illustrated

descriptive catalogue with copyrlnht ennravlnns. It
tells you all about thorn.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. GriMIn, Mgr. Weslbury Station. L. I., N. Y.

The Water Garden.

Siieclnl and Hardy Water Lilies of all colors.
VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI, EURYALE FEROX.

NelumMums In variety, "'"•■'y '"■""""^■"'l'!, ''JX^i
Bub-aouatlo plants, etc.. etc. Nyniphaa l,i ydekerl
Josou (awarded a Medal at World s Kalri; n.ost clmrm-
Inilof all tlu' IIAllDV Miles; R .Ml each.

Other (dluuiblan Novellles «■!■ catuloKUO.

WM. THICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J.

I'er 100

I 1 rll^lA. U'.od anBoltliielll. *|'^{

' <'I.Kl ■". _^ \,M

I'.KKANMl.M'i. it l"in. llronio.'lVT, 'silver ioof. jj.OU

Al.l KK.NA.NrilKKAS. BWlortod ' l"

IU.i,< iM-\H. u<H,d aitwjrtniont "J-'^,

l||)t[., 1'^ -I.IIO

lA.sc V I.KAK CAI.AliirM. nami-d « 00

M.MII.A.\ i.uli.t. tri'l I'.MK "•■'"'

ROBT. 8. BROWN & SONS.

„„, ,„ KANSAS CITV. MO.

Hardy Water Lilies.

i.AKiii.: ""I'-O"":r.:„„„,.,.orl00

NVMIMIyKA lldorata •I"" f 7.W

GluanUju 10" '•''0

Minor low '•"»

Tuhcrosa l"" '-^

K„„,M. -'ro i^-M

GEORQE FABBAMT, Salem, H. C.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE S2.00.

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1077

DWARF
FRENCH
CAN N AS

We offer an immense stock of strong, well estab-
lished plants from ■1-inch pots, which will make a
display at once. All have been well hardened off
in open frames, and must not be confounded with
dormant eyes or freshly divided plants out of
benches.

We list here only the principal varieties, of
which we have a large supply. For a general list
refer to our Spring Trade List, which describes
over seventy-five varieties including all the desir-
able novelties of the season.

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant S.OO

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

•Paul Bruant 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Explorateur Crampbel 12.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) 10.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15.00

Secretary Stewart 10 00

Antoine Crozy 8.00

Baronne de Sacdrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardy 8.00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess de Montenard 10.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant duRhone 8.00

Edward Michel 10.00

Geoffrey St. Hilaire 8.00

J. Thomayer 15.00

Miss Sarah Hill 10.00

Mr. Cleveland 10.00

Mile. Liabaud 8.00

Nelly Bowden 6.00

Princess Lusignani 10.00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Ventura 8.00

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

L. E. Bally 15.00

Francois Corbin 8.00

Mr. Lefebvre 8.00

Mile, de Cruillon 10.00

President Hardy 10.00

Pierette de Biorlet 8.00

Isaac Casati 8.00

Due de Montenard 10.00

Segionaire 8.00

Sophie Buchner 25.00

Emile Leclerc 6 00

We will furnish one each of the above varieties,
46 plants for $5.00, or if this set contains duplicates
of any varieties you have in stock we will omit any
that you may specify and add other choice varie-
ties in their place.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA. PA-

i»rvA.JVTs.

Per 100

FuchBlaB. best varieties, Dice. 2>^-lnch pots $2.00

" '■ •' 3-lnchpot8.. 3.00

Geraniums, Bronze, nice plants 2. 50

•• Mme. Sallerol. nice plants.... ... 2.00

" double and slnKle. 2M.-lnch pots 2.50

Begonias, mixed, many varieties. 5W-lncli pots. .. 3.00

AlWrnanthera aurea nana, ntucky plants 1.50

" P. miijor. stocky plants 2.00

Address

N. S.
Independence,

GRIFFITH.

flackgon Co., Mo.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

Write for list and prices. Trices to suit the times.
STRONG SMILAX, from 2>i-lnch pots, *3.00 per

lUU; »2o.(J0 per 1000.
PANSIES, from cold frame, f 15.00 per 1000.

Address

Strong plants, last season's sowing, will begin to run at once. From 3-inch
pots 75 cts. per dozen; ^5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000.

CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS.

3 1-2 inch pots, 75 cts. per dozen; $6.00 per 100.

LATANIA BORBONICA.

6-inch pots, strong, $9.00 per dozen.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

'THE BEST
UP TO DATE"

Niveus, Ermenilda, Golden Gate, Mrs. F. L. Ames, Pres. W. R. Smith, Portia, etc., $6.00 per 100.

Mabel Simpkius, Mrs. W. H. Phipps, Jr., Flora Hill, Sec'y Parson, Pelican, Harry Balsley, etc.,
$4.00 per 100.

Clara Bertermann, Ada Spaulding, V. H. Hallock, Tuxedo, Harry May, CuUingfordii, Geo.
. W. Childs, W. W. Coles, Mrs. H. F. Spaulding, Col. W. B. Smith, H. E). Widener, etc.,

'^^»^@ $3 00 per 100. The above from 2-inch pots, nice, strong plants.

GUARANTEED TRUE TO NAME. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.

H. W. TURNER, Chrysanthemum Specialist, SHARON, PA.

VV"£»n-i:e-<a.— Rooted Cuttings, in quantity, of Wm. H. Lincoln and Ivorj-.

GfiRYSflNTHEMUMS

J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

so,ooo

ARAUCARIAS

ARAUCARIA EXCELS A. 6 to 8-inch plants,
$35.00 PER 100; $6.00 PER DOZ.

ARAUCARIA IMBRICATA. 3 to 4 in. high,
«8.00 PER 100; $1.50 PER DOZ.

The above delivered by Mail or Express
at prices quoted.

New Crop Phoenix Canariensis, $2.50 per 1000 Seeds
" Washingtonia filifera .75 per lb.
" Chamaerops excelsa .50 per lb.

Grevillea robusta 5.00 per lb. 50c oz.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

4H, 413 & 415 Sansome Street,
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

rose eill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American FlorlBt.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &, Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for btove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. A/bans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to Interview
buvers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 205 Greenwich St.. New York City.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000
UnsurpuHsed Miinimotbs. 2'i-lnch pote — fy.tX) f26.0U
General collection. named.2i^-lnch pots. . . 2.50 22.00
Geraniums, double and single. ;iVlu- POts 8.00

Send for price Hat of Carnations. Chrysanthemums
and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

Mention American Florist.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for shipuieiit from July to September.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

Li I. Longiflorum. ready for shipraeat from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album, Etc.

Iris Kaempleri, in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Paeonies, Tree Ferns. Raphls, C^cas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to 8-5 each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address Q£0R6E WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

E. G.HILL & CO.,

wnoiesaieFiorisis

RICHMOND, INDIANA.

20.000 COLEUS. VERSCHAFFELTII and GOLDEN
BEDDER (true); 10.000 COLEUS, assorted, in 50
varieties, fine plants, pot grown, readyjnow, 820,00
per 1000. Cash with order.

C. F. FAIRFIELD, Florist,

SPRINGFIELD, MASS.

CLEMATIS

For Fall Delivery.

Special prices at wholesale, on appli-
cation. Splendid stock and assort-
ment

F. A. BAIiLER, Blooming^on, HI.

1078

The American Florist.

June 7,

Pittsburg.

The very inclement weather experienced
this week has contributed somewhat to
the diillness of trade. It has had the
effect of shortening up the supply a great
deal and for the past week it has not been
equal to the demand. Cut flowers have
advanced in price 100 per cent. All out
door bloom has been affected by rain and
hail and very small quantities have been
received. Iris, paonies, kalmias, and
gardenias are in from the south but not
in quantity. Bedding plants are of in-
ferior quali^^y but fetch fair prices. Good
stnfiFis at a premium and will fetch more
than profitable prices. Most all tender
bedding plants that have been planted
out will have to be replaced, as the cold
rain and hail storm have completely
destroyed them. Early tender vegetables
have suffered the same way. The seeds
have either rotted in the ground or been
destroyed alter germinating.

Pittsburg and vicinity will remember
the last day of May for some time to
come. About 5 p. m. we had a hail storm
for nearly an hour; not large enough to
do any damage to glass, but it stripped
foliage from plants outside, and could
have been shoveled up by the cart load.

The growers seem to be well satisfied
with the season. Decoration Day plants
were in great demand, but the plants
were inferior quality.

Hartman Bros have no trouble with
their stock, as it is first-class. It is
handled in the market by Robert Faulk,
who always get the top price.

John Bader also reports business satis-
factory and stock mostly all sold. The
only trouble he says is that he has not
enough.

Randolph & McClements have all they
can do tosatisfy the demands of theircus-
tomers, and report business as first-class.

A. M. & J. B. Murdoch have been doing
a large business and have plenty ahead.

With Decoration Day and quite a de-
mand for funeral work the florists have
been kept busy and report flowers scarce.
To-day (June 3 J is fine and warm and
will be welcomed by all after seventeen
days of rain. A. J. E.

BriLDiNG. — Readers who contemplate
building additional greenhouses, or re-
modelling old ones, this summer, will con-
fer a favor by reporting their intentions
to ug. We are anxious to have as full a
record as possible.

AMERICAN GROWN
DUTCH BULBS.

To introduce my American ^rown Nar
cissus for forcing by florists I make
the tollowing special oflfer
really now.
NARCISSUS CAMPERNELLE. -
DAFFODIL RUGILOBUS, - - -

Bulbs

Per too

$.75

1.50

I wr.iul'1 like lo corrcwDoiid wllh any on*
(IcMirmumfKolnKlntothr bumncftnofKrowiriK
Ifutch ljiilt»ti tn America. I hove ii iitcx:k nf
•MO.OOO. In 10 to IKvnrirttm,

H"uth CaroHnn in Ihc very bent »ecHon ol
the L*. S for the Krcwtnic ol thew btiltM. I
have mit ' r^^dilly drmonMrAle'l thid. nn<l
can offrr a iii>lrnili'l oi>rnlnK ^'> n man with
wmie capital an<1 fnmilinrtlv with horllnilt-
ural wurk.

MRS. J. S. R. THOMPSON.

. . . SPARTANBURG. 6. C.

_THE American Florist Co.'s

DIRECTORY

•OF-

FLORISTS,

NURSERYMEN
AND SEEDSMEN

• OF THE •

UNITED STATES AND CANADA,

AND

REFERENCE BOOK,
TOR 1894,

IS NOW READY

F»rlce #a.OO.

FRflNGIS' METAL STEMMING TOINTS.

Latest Device for Stemmiugf Cut Flowers
■without Toothpicks and Wire.

Will keep set pieces fresh longer, as flower
stem is entered deep in the moist moss. Made
from solid brass, will not rust, very conven-
ient, saves v?.luable time and labor. You can
stem flowers with these points in one-quarter
of the time as when done with toothpicks.
Will hold a pansy as well as a calla lily. Man-
ufactured by the Novelty Point Works in 5
sizes, from 's to % inch in diameter.

SI/.K No. :t 80 cfH.

70 €tH. SIZK No. -1 00 €^ts.

SIZK No. r>, (lurKCHt), per box of 2S0 pollltH. .32 ctH.
For sale t>y nil lending Wholesale Seedsmen nnd Dealers in Florists' Supplies. .Samples of all
five sizes for Iriiil sent by mail, postpaid, on receii)t of 10 cents. Address

HERMANN ROLKER. Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

(iK.VKKAI, AliKNT I'OK AHIK.KKA AN1> lOHKOrK.

SI/.K No
SIZK No. li

r.^TENTEi) July 11th, lSil3.
1. (HinnlleBt) . «0 el

30,000 VERBENAS.

THE CHOICEST VARIETIES.
PERFECTLY HEALTHY.
Id bud and bloom, $2 50 per 100; $20 00 per 1000,

40,000 ROSES.

OUR CHOICE SELECTED STOCK.
READY FOR IMMEDIATE PLANTING.
Grown in 3-inch and 4-inch pots. Send for prices.

PATENTQ

I Tnldi'.M.'irki, Copyriqhii. Etc. ^k g

1 GHflNDLEE & MflGflULEy.vl/

Allanlic Building, WABHI170T0V, D. C.

You will benetit the American Florist
by mcntioninj; it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

TRY

DREER'S

GflRDtN SE,E.DS,

Planti, Bulbt & Requiiites.

They (ire the best at the
lowest prices. Trade Lilt tii-
sneil (jnarlerly. mailed free
to the Intde only.

IIKNICV A. HKKKK,
fhllH<lulplilH, Pa.

Always iiieiilion fhc American Ro-
rist when writing lo advertisers.

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1079

TjiAMERICAN FLORIST GO.'S

DIRECTORY
REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING :

1. The names and addresses of the Florists, Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch ot the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2. A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch o' the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given,

I 3. A li^t of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Canada.

4. A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.

5. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Roses m commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of introducer, and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given.

6. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate description of
each. Synonyms are noted and varieties that
are very popular with American growers are
designate-i by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

7. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introduction and
brief, accurate description of each.

8. Seasonable Hints for the year, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
published. It is written in a plain, practical
way, by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

9. A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of essays
read at each meeting, with other information
of interest.

10. A similar historical sketch of the American
Association of NuTserymen.

11. A similar historical sketch of the American
Carnation Society.

12. A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

13. Similar historical sketches of the Florists'
Hail Association of America; of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delive'-y Association.

14. A complete list of all National and Local
Trade Organizations, with names and ad
dresses of principal officers, time and place
of meetings, etc.

15. Statistics of Commercial Floriculture in the
U. S. from the la«t censu.s.

16. Statistics of the Nursery Industry in the U. S.
from the last census.

17. Statistics of Seed Growing iu the U. S. from
the last census.

18. A list of Leading Horticultural Societies, with
name and address of thu Secretary of each.

19. Full information about Express and Postage
rates on plants, shrubs, trees, seeds and bulbs.

No fess than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST GO,,

p. O. Drawer 164.

CHICAGO.

REX BEGONIAS, ANEMONE JAP. ALBA, fine
stock from 2 and 2J^-in. pots, |.i 00 per 100.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS:

(ioldon Weddlntf and (iood (iraclous. rooted cut-
tings. J;t. 00 per 100. Ivory. Wldener, D^imlnatlon.
W. Fnlconer. .lesslca. and 20 other fine cut flower
varieties, attl.UO per 100.

IIONKYSUCKLKS, everbloomlng, white and pink"

JS.dO pur mil.
KVKUBI.lKiMlNC ROSES. 20 Kood market kinds, in

tine cunilltlun f.ir Immediate sales, 3-lnch, 3VJ.U0 per

Kill: l-lnch. $111 III per 10).
ALVSSHM TO.M THUMB, nice seedlings, ready to

p.it, »4.llu per lOllll.
Would exclianne with reliable parties for small Palms

EVENDEN BROS., Williamsport, Pa,

Mention American Florist.

(SHKBWlKdJ 1I.\LI. XVRSEKY Cn.)

No. 427-0 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQUARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Nativo Bulbs. LILY RIILR^

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

Surplus Stock.

Alyssum Tom Thumb, variegated and whlte.$

Ageratum. white and blue

Aloysla cltrlodora

AbutUon, our selection

Alternantheras from flats..

Begonias. Argentea. (guttata and Metalllca. .

" Llstrl or Diadem

Calla Little Gem, 'J-lncb 1

Centaurea Gymnocarpa

Oestrum Parqul

Coleus. our selection

named varieties

rlssus Discolor, fine 2-ln

Cannas. our selection 1

Daisy. Snow Crest

Fuchsias, our selection

Trailing t^ueen and Little Beauty.. 1

Geraniums, our selection

Ivy leaved, our selection

li' Elegant

Glechoma Hederacea var

Hydrangea. 3 varieties . .

Hoya

Heliotrope

Moonvlne. white and blue

Manettla Vine

Nasturtium Cardinal Prince

Primula Obconlca

Por tederla. Water Hyacinth 1,

Smllax

Vlnci, 3-ln 1

Verbenas

S3 00
30C

4.00
2.00
3.00
4.00
12.00
3.00
600
2,50
3.(10
6.00
6.1)0

3.00
8.00
3.00
3.0U

4.C0
40C
400
4.00
4.00
30O
4.00
3.0O
8.00
2.60
8.00
3.00

I. N. KRAMER <&, SON.

CEDAR RAPIDS. IOWA.

FOR SALE.

ABOUT 10.000 PLANTS AT THE LOW RATE OF
ONLY $3.00 PER 100.

Fine strong plants of Coleus, such as Golden
Bedder, Verschaffelti, Queen Victoria; yellow and
red Alternantheras, Pyrethrum Golden Feather.
Verbenas, single variegated Petunias, dwarf
Phlox, Musk, cupheas, Torenia Fourneri, Lobelias,
Parlor Ivys.

About 1.000 Trophy Tomatoes grown in 2;^-inch
pots. Egg Plants.

Also at only $5.00 per 100 Geraniums, fine vari-
ety, mixed, in bud, A inch pots; Fuchsias, Helio-
trope. Scarlet Sage, Lantanas, Japan Pinks, Cal-
enaulas, double and single stocks, Moon Vines,
4 inch, 81 per doz. Cash with order only.

Chrysanthemums, strong, mixed clumps, 81.00
per dozen.

G. ASCHMANN, Florist,

1013 Ontario St., RI.SING SUN, PHILA.

IWention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

Grow Swalnsona.

The best and most profitable pure white flower
grown. Takes the place of Roman hyacinths or
lily of the valley, producing spikes of flowers from
4 to 6 inches long, in the greatest abundance the
entire year— never out of bloom— lasting well
when cut. 100 Swaiosona will pay you three
times as much as same space in best carnations.
No florist should be without this most useful flower.
After a trial it will be considered indispensat)le.

EASY TO GROW.

An exceptionally good and paying cut flower.

Strong young plants, $6.00 per 100.
Larger ones, $10.00 per 100.

FAUST & BRO.,

MERION STATION, P. R R.. PA.

Will exchange a few hundred for younc
Bride Koses.

R00TEDCUTT1NG8

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express. .$4 .03 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by
mail.. 50c per 100

CASH WITH ORUEK.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

THE DIRECTORY

For 1894

^ Is Now Ready.

PRICE $2.00.

1080

The American Florist.

June 7,

Crude Oil for Fuel.

Replying to the inquiry of R. E. M.,
crude oil can be shipped to any part of
the U. S. and be economical as com-
pared with coal. Distance from the coal
and oil fields affects both alike. We ob-
tained a rate per gallon on oil in tank car
lots delivered at Grand Rapids, Mich.,
Grand Haven, Mich., and Minneapolis,
Minn., and we found the same relative
distance at Minneapolis as at home, or at
Detroit.

The use of oil for fuel at Detroit and
vicinity has passed the experimental
stage, and under what is known as the
hydraulic pressure system is not only a
labor saving fuel, but is at least one-third
cheaper than coal for steam boilers. Be-
sides there is no smoke, no odor, no dirt,
no ashes. The fire can be kept steady the
entire time night and day. We use the
oil, and have c^mpIete success with it. I
will describe yesterday's routine in run-
ning the oil. Biing a pleasant day the
oil was off from 7:30 a. m. lill 4. p. m.
The rose houses were down to 62°.
Turned on oil for rose houses first, plant
houses later. About 9:30 the pressure on
the steam gauge was settled at I9I3
pounds and was allowed to remain at
that. At 1 o'clock Mr. Hunter got up,
made the round of the houses to see if it
was necessary to turn on more pipes; it
was not and the pressure being still \^\'i
pounds he went to bed again and did not
see that fire again until 8:30 th s morn-
ing, when the fire wasshutoff. The night
was not very cold, simply a sharp frost.
The colder the weather, the better the oil
acts and the steadier it runs. I forgot to
state that sometimes Mr. H. has not
waked up until 4 a. m. and even later,
always to find the steam gauge about as
he left it. Sometimes it has varied a few
pounds, but very rarely, and even it by
any chance it did drop to 9 pounds or
raise to 25 pounds pressure, an electric
alarm attached to steam gauge rings a
bell at his bedside, consequently no risk is
run any way. Weare awarethat agreat
many have failed in trying to use the oil
by gravity, that is, the oil is placed in an
elevated tank, and fed to the burner from
the bottom of the tank. By this method
the thick heavy lumpy oil is first fed to
the burner, causing the fire to flutter and
burn irregularly andto go outevery little
while, requiring constant watching,
rndcr the hydrau'ic system the tank is
placed from two to three feet underground,
and by hydraulic pressure, the oil is fed
from the top of the tank; the warmest,
thinnest, most vital oil is always on top,
joBt as the hottest air is at the top of a
room, and is firetfed to the burner, giving
a steady reliable flame, very different
from the flame given under the gravity
■yitem.

An oil plant can be put in now, with as
much certainty of its working and j)rov-
ing successful, as a boiler can be act, .-ind
by putting a sufficient fire under it, you
are certain to raise steam.

This is a subject oi vital importance to
every florist, having a steam plant, and
wishing to economize in firing, and grow
.No. 1 stock, by being enabled to til all
times and in all weathers maintain n
steady temi<craturc and without any ap-
parent cffiirt, except to turn on a little
more oil and let the fire run.

CRAiin & Hunter.

Grand Rapid«, Mich.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

N'rrw rpA^lj, from 2-lnnh I'oU. NlrfinK I'lnnU,
prion, II Uj {i«r d'rzAn; 110 00 \>f,x hurinn*<1.

DAIZsLEDOUZB BBOB.. Flatbuth. L. I., N. Y.

VICTORY I VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate ol Merit
awarded lor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

EJ. HII*I»A.iei>, TTovnaLgrsto-wKi., Olalo.

Fresli and Handsome

We have just Received,

Nothing finer has ever been on
the market.

We offer extra selected, very large and

handsome, per lb. $1.00; 10 lbs. $8.50
No. I quality, per lb. .75; 10 lbs. $6.50
Small flowers, perfectly white and good,

per lb. $ .50; 10 lbs. $4.50

FOR CASE LOTS.

Special prices on application.

All supplies for

WEDDING and

COMMENCEMENT

DECORATIONS

in full stock and rich assort-
ment, and our facilities are
such that we can supply you
promptly and satisfactorily.
SEND IN YOUR JUNE ORDERS.

H.

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PHILADELPEIA, PA.

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W. C. KRICK'S

PATENT

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Medat Awarded at the
World's Fair.

These letters are
made of the best Im-
mortellea. wired on
wood or metal frames
hiivlng lu'Ios drilled In
them to Insert tooth-
picks, by which to
fnsten ttiem In the de-
sign. All Infringe-
nionts prosecuted.

2-lnchI.*tters,$3.0C

por IIXI.

Postage. 16ct8. per 100.

I5of^)re purchasing
seiKl fur free sample
and catalojiue and
ctinipare with any
other letter on the
market.

W, G. KRICK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale by all Florists' Supply Dealers.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

lanafactare THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET,

Sizes li^-lnch and 2-lnch, $2.0U per lUO. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for ftOO letters we ^rlve away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.

Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.

A(JENTS: A, lU'lker iS: Sons. New Vork; Marschueti
& Co.. 3o N.4tb Street. PhMadelphIn, Pa.; K. E. Mo-
Alllster. 22 Dey St,. N. Y.; Ernst Kitufmann A Co., 118
N. -lib St,. Philadelphia. Pa.: II. ItaviTsdorler & Co.,
Phtladolplila, Pa.; A.I). INttv \ Co.. ;;;( Warren St.,
Syracuse. N. \ .; A. C. Ken.lal, II.'. Ontario St.. Cleve-
land. 0.; K. II. Hunt. 7'." l,:ik.' St.. Chl<-:ii:.i: Wisconsin
Flower Kx(-'han^;e. WW MaHim St.. Mllkwaukeo. Wis.;
II. Sunderbrnrb, Ith and Walnut Stw.. Clncbmatl. O.;
T. \\. Wood \ Sons. (Ith and .Marshall Sta. KIcbmond,
Va. ; Jas. Vlck's Sons, llocbewter. N. V.; Dan'l B. lx>nff,
BuITalo, N. v.: C. A. Kuehn, St. \jO\\\», Mo.; C. F.
Huntluk'ton \ Co., IndlanaiioMa. Ind ; Z. I)e Forest
Ely k Co.. lirji .Market St.. I'lilladelplila. Pa ; Portland
Seed C(i., i;! 2nd St.. I'nrtland. Oregon; A. llerrman,
-11.') K.mth St.. New York; (ieo. A. Sutherland. tl" Brom-
fleld St . Boston; Wulcli Bros,. No. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton ; N. F. McCarthy \ Co., I Music Hall IMace, Boston.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto. Ont., Ajtent for Canada.

MflRSGHUETZ S CO..

Florists' SUDDli6S.

23 & 25 N. 4th SL, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Send Tor Catalofi^e _^a^a^

World's
Fair.

MEDBL AWARDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. I i:i N.>rlli nil Slici-I,

S. ,„l r.M c;il.il..,;u.- PHILADELPHIA, PA.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

I.nrKOflt ntid finont Block In ttio Untlod

HUiloii. WrIli' fcir prlri'ri tij

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Monlgomory St.. Jersey City, N.J,

Mention the American Florist when
writing to adverti<;ers on this page.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1081

COMMENCEMENT BASKETS

We have a nice assortment of small fancy handle baskets
in colors light blue, pink, etc., at $1.50 per dozen. Also
a full assortment of

WICKER NEST BASKETS, ranging in price from 35c to$i.5oper nest.

SWISS MOSS BASKETS, all sizes. OVAL DISHES, all sizes.
LARGE HIGH HANDLE BASKETS.,

Full Line of Supplies.

WHEAT SHEAVES, DOVES,

PAPER— Manilla Tissue,
" White Wax.

lvE>a^a^3E^IglS

(The Boston.
' The Krick.

y A i A We carry them both.

Tin Foil. Toothpicks.

CycaS Leaves — Natural and Prepared.
Cut Flower Boxes, in four sizes, shipped flat.

Cut Flower Vases, in four sizes.
Indurated Fibre Ware.

Plant Tubs, in four sizes.

The best and cheapest on the market. Now being used
by nearly all the leading florists in the country,

Standard Flower Pots.
Wotherspoon Watering Pots.

Wire Work — We make it. 25% off our list.

CUT FLOWERS.

MAIL, TELEGRAPH AND TELEPHONE

Orders receive prompt attention. Open until 8 p. m.
to July ist After July ist, we close 6 p. m. Open
Sunday mornings.

BULBS.

Also

Write for Catalogue of Bulbs, Supplies, etc.
for Cut Flower Price List.

Address all mail to Box 87,

WISCONSIN FLOWER EXCHANGE,

MILWAUKEE, WIS.

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating Bash one at a time and propping them up with
Btlcka or pota. with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have pot just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and BKST thing out. "The New Departure' for
about half the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THB

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer ot
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circalaxs and Price I^ist.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FI.USHINO, Queens, Co., N. T.

When wrltlne mention the Aivierican Florist.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

- CYPRESS •

ll

LOUISVILLE, KY.

1082

The American Florist.

June 7,

Newport, R. I.

Carl Jurgecs has been quite nnwell for
some time. His roses are looking well
and will produce a fine summer crop,
which is the great desideratum in New-
port. Perle and La France are prime
lavorites with Mr. Jurgens. Houses
which were used in winter for bulbs are
now filled with fine young roses for sum-
mer blooming. Mr. Murphy, one of the
indispensables at the rose houses, does
not waste much affection on the summer
buyers. "They want fifty Beauties to-
day and they don't want them again tor
six months. They think that you can
save them the same as hay," says he.

At the monthly meetingof the Newport
Horticultural Society on the evening of
May 23 it was decided to hold a summer
exhibition. A spring exhibition in April,
1S95, is also contemplated. The society
has distributed a large number of plants
among the school children, to be exhib-
ited later.

A Fish Story.

Our Buffalo scribe, like most in t he trade,
has been sorely harassed of late by for-
eign foes in the shape of bulb and nursery
agents. His habit was to take a trip to
Corfu whenever one of these gentlemen
appeared, but as they learn a great deal
of patience between Buffalo and the coast
this excuse was of little use; the traveling
man would simply sit down and wait till
he got back. Now, however, he has a
new scheme; on being signalled that the
enemy has hove in sight Great Scott picks
up his trusty fishpole, digs a can of bait,
and hies to a nearby brook. When the
agent arrives the foreman is very sorry,
but Mr. Sjott has gone off on a fishing
excursion, and there's no telling when he
will be back. No one, not even a Dutch
bulb agent, would wait under the circum-
stances, and the scheme is a great success.
It is said, however, that mistaking the
signals one day Mr. S. got back, fishpole
and all, before the enemy had vacated the
field, and was so much taken aback that
be nearly ordered half a million tulips be-
fore he collected himself.

163 MoNRpt Strict-
■ ■cmo^oo ■

^'.^ ciinli with »,r'UT.

i;ii:< Iiuiench

With ll-lnch bu* I HI "

inca \m ••

with li-lnch bK»c jr. •■

WrIU! fiir i.rlic llm of Sl/iniliifl Klnwer
I'otJi. i*lr. 'I hi* iM'nl vfl«. In the riiurkt-t fur
the niMfn-y. Tin; Niwi'mI |irlc<'n for jmiIh.

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,
Kort KflMUrii. N. V.

Al'OIMT K'M.KKIt .\ ^•OSM, Alfntn

I.k; ftii'l l.'w \Sf*\ 'lull ^ilrtx-t. .Ni'w \ux\ City.

I3T A QU lUK'K U<;Tr<PM I-KKKH .'<<-nfl for
iTliAOO. KaUniat«. HaUnfacUoii liiinmiiuwl

en WarrpnHI.. nn'l 40, 4H * flO r<>llrK<- I'lucc,
St^-m, Vo«-k CJltjr.

Vfji' CA.NT Ai'i'oKii to do liURincHB with-
out a copy of rjur trade directory and
reference book.

kk

ProotaPuflflino"

BuFi-ALO. N. Y., June 2, 189(.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO..

GetiVemen :—'X\\& roofs of the last six housrs I have built have
beeu entirely of your material, in all about IS.QOO feet. I have never
received a sash bar, rafter or gutter plate but what was absolutely
clear and sound.

I hope to use much more of your material in the future, and
should not thiuk of using auy but your lumber unless I could get the
same quality in my own neighborhood, which at present I caunot.
Yours respectfully, WM. SCOTT.

GUTTER MfiTEKmL, RIDGES, SflSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CYPRESS used.

For cirouliirs and estimates ADDKKSS

Mention AmerUan Florist.

LOGKLftND LUMBER GO.

Loohcla-ncl, O.

i«

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. 715. 7^7 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long: Island City, L.. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled,

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists,

We desire to announce the dissolution of the firmof Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwertn. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flowerpots in the market, and assuring^
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
at ancl samples and we know you will give us an order.

Send for price list

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE. N.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Our new PoMary, new Machinery, the very host Clay in the Country,
and iiur new Palant Kilns, all combined, make the bast Standard Pot
In tlia market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

QEORGE MESSINGER. Manager.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Alio Dealer! in OIL BURNERS, and Agentt lor

■nail's Hydraulic Byatem ••iwr.my. oil r<ir furl
purjKwcil. Nonitin,a\\^ J^ to J>i clicdjin thtiii coal.

BOe MidUon A«e.. GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.

rWHonrt for flrciilar

YOU CAN

SAVE MONEY BY

PURCHASING,
AND GLASS BY USING

Hamilton's Patent Sash Lifter

The l)fvt IhJriKof lllckiml fvrr invciite<l lorprrren-
houfl'* use. Srnil (or (l<sci iplioii liiid price list.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.,
!>44 Krcoport Ntroot, 1I<>ST«>N, MAS.S.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1083

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn,

House, Garden, Stock

oranyothernurpose. k|nT-AIR

Send for Illustrated Catalogue IIUI Hill

OF THE

DELAMATER-RIDZRANDpyjyipif^Q
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON

PUMPING EliGiNE.
ENGINE.

Their nperatiou ie sn sinirile and
^^af- that a child fan run them Tij ev
%viU pump watt-r from shallow ^
BtreaniB oranyk.udof wi.'ll. Tht-v "
can he arranged for anv kind of f ut- 1 S

Capacity 1.500 to 3d.OuO gallons ^
of water a day. according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue.
NFW YORK, N. Y.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St , CHICAGO.

^_- -St-"

isT

nHWitiii,mni|T:ITT' ' ^ — - — —

Boilers madu ot tiiu best uf material, shell, firebox
heetB and beads of ateel. water space all around
front, sides and bnokl. Write for information.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GAS^KK'S PATEXT ZINC JOINTS for but-
tinE Elasa makes Ereetihousesalr and water litrbt: also
prevents slldinc and brenkau'e from trust. IJoes not
cost as much to heat a house ^'lazed with tlie joints,
thereby saving enouttli In fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of t:la/-fntr. The leading tlorists 6t the
country are usln^ them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and pilce list.

J. A7. GASSER, FUORIST,

Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND. (>.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomailG Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
beat inaolilne In the market. I>on't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my illustrated deEcriptive
circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc.
Also Champion SuU Pulverizer and Sifter.

Address,
Kox 114.

JbC* E^*

SPRINGFIELD. O.

Do not be deceived by Inferior Gla/.ier
Points, but use only ....

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

Manufactured by the

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
B15LL,E^^LLE, N. J.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. GO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

Mention American Florist.

Gyrney

Hot Water Heaters
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CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JUNE 14, 1894.

No. 315

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Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
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Bromfleld St., Boston. Mass.. secretary.

CONTENTS

Chrysanthemvims— Exhibitions

—notes

Orchids — Miltoniopsis Bleui spleudens (illus.)

Carnations— Carnation Geneva

Needs of the commission business . . .

Plunging azaleas

A very pleasant day

Hardy plants for cutting

An amateur orchid growers' dream (illus.)
American Association ol Nurserymen . . .

The asparagus beetle

Boston

New York

Philadelphia .... . . . ,

Church aecoration"(illus.)

St. Paul, Minn . . .

Chicago . . .

Bufialo

Under the rose ...

Pal k superintendents will organize . . . .

News Notes

Blighting of blossoms (illus.)

Toronto . .

The seed trade ... . ,' . ,

— Theseedsmen'sconvention .'•' .-* . . .

— U. S. Dept. of Agriculture lOr.' . . . .

St. Louis . . . . . J . ,rr.

A decision reversed . .

Cincinnati . . .

Cleveland

Montreal . .

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OlilTUA.Fe'V.

David Reese, of the Good & Reese Co.,
Springfield, Ohio, died very suddenly on
June 4 of heart disease. Mr. Reese had
many warm friends in the trade who will
be deeply grieved to learn of his sudden
and entirely unlooked for death.

Coming Exhibitions.

Boston, June 20-21. Rose and strawberry e.<hibi-

tion Mass. Hort. Society.
BosToK, Sept. 5-6. Annual exhibition of plants

and flowers Mass. Hort. Society.
Chicago, Nov. 3-9. Chrysanthemum show Hort.

Society of Chicago.' W. C. Egan, Seo'y, 620

Dearborn Ave.
Newport, R. I., Nov. 6-8. Chrysanthemum show

Newport Hort. Society. Alex MacLellan,

Sec'y, Ruggles Ave.
liosTON, Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show Mass.

Hort. Societ5'. Robt. Manning, Seo'y, Horti-
cultural Hall.
PiTTsFiELD, Mass., Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum

show Berkshire County Gardeners' and Flo-
rists' Club. W. M. Edwards, Sec'y, 103

Howard St., Pittsfleld.
St. Louis, Mo., Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show

St. Louis Florists' Club. E. Schray, Seo'y,

4101 Pennsylvania .Vve.
Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Society of Indiana Florists. W. G. Ber-

tcrmann, Sec'y, 37 Massachusetts Ave.
PHII.4DELPUIA, Pa. ,Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Pennsylvania Hort. Society. D. D. L.

Farson, Sec'y, Horticultural Hall,' Broad St.
Denver, Colo., Nov. 7-10. Chrysanthemum show

Denver Florists' Club. Adam Kohankie, Sec'y.

L.B. 375, So. Denver, Colo.
Worcester, Mass., Nov. 13-15. Chrysanthemum

show Worcester County Hort. So'oiety. Edw.

\V. Lincoln, Sec'y.
Toronto, Ont., Nov. . Chrysanthemum show

Toronto Gardeners' and Florists' Ass'n. A. II.

Ewiug. Sec'_\-, 85 Carlton St.
Montreal, Nov. . Chrysanthemum show

Montreal Gardeners' and l^Iorists' Club. Fred

Bennett, Sec'y, 62 .\ylmerSt.
Providence, R.'I.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Rhode Island Hort. Society. C. \V.

Smith, Sec'y, 61 Westminster St.
Sprinofield, Mass., Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Ihimpden County Hort. Society. \\. F.

Gale. Sec'y, 23.Iohn St.
Milwaukee, Wis., Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Milwaukee Florists' Club. A. Klokner,

Sec'y, 219 Grand .\ve.
Hamilton. Ont.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Hamilton Agrio. Society. Walter 11.

Bruce, Sec'y.

Notes.

■We said, last week, that Ivory would
stand closer planting than other sorts;
the variety can be plan*^ed five inches
apart either way, and will produce beaut-
iful flowers. The foliage of Ivory is much
smaller than the others and the roots do
not require as much room.

Plants that were propagated during
the last of May or first of June can be
planted about six inches apart, and should
be grown to single stem and bloom. We
plant them five inches in the rows, and
the rows, which are across the bench, nine
inches apart, our only reason for doing
this is that we were not provided with as
long atTns as most of our kindred, to

which those who know us can testify,
and making the distance between the
rows greater makes it easier to tie up the
plants. The plants that were propagated
in April or previous to that should be
given a little more room, about twelve
inches, and can be grown to three or four
blooms. There are some varieties that
will produce much better blooms if grown
in this way than on the single stem sys-
tem, Viviand Morel, for instance. This
variety will give just as large a flower
and of better color and texture, if grown
to three blooms.

Have you cleaned the houses out? and
have you thrown out all the rubbish and
rotten wood? If you have, then bum
some sulphur, and kill all the animal pests
that have escaped you. When you do this
do it thoroughly, and give them a good
dose. We cannot give you any stated
quantity to burn per square foot, but to
do the job successfully, we burn about
two pounds to a hundred foot house. Af-
ter this give the benches a good coat of
whitewash inside.

We still stick to the old way of putting
about an inch of green cow manure at the
bottom of the benches, notwithstanding
that some say it produces a rank growth
later in the season . The chry san themum is
a great eater, and we ha ve found it difficult
to get the man that can topdress a bench
of these plants with green manure, just as
they are beginning to maketheir growth,
without breaking more or less of them,
in fact, to tell the truth, we can't do it
oiirselves. Besides, it is far easier to put
the manure in the bottom of the bench,
and a little later on you will see how we
prevent the rank growth which is not de-
sired, On top of the manure fill in the
compost, and put just as much in the
bench (that is if they are made four
inches deep), as it will hold.

The plants that are in flats or small
pots should be now placed where the full
glare of the sunlight will strike them,
that is, in a frame or a house that is not
shaded at all. They will, of course, re-
quire a little closer watching as regards
watering, for they must never be dry or
the wood will harden, and next fall you
will have a plant that will be no larger
than a pipe-stem at the bottom and as
large as your little finger at the top, sur-
mounted by a small flower, for it is al-
most impossible to force liquid manure
through that small hard stem at the base
of the plant. But be careful, also, not to
overwater, for there are some varieties,
Mrs. .\lpheus Hardy for instance, that
have a weak constitution and are not of
strong growth, that will damp ofl' or get
diseased, if over watered. But if you try
to grow chrysanthemums in the shade
you will certainly draw them, and get a
much weaker growth than when grown
in the full sunlight.

Now comes the setting the plants. This
should be done from the 1st to the 20th

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June 14

of June. All authorities that have written
on this point say set the plants firmly in
the ground. This, of course, you will do,
but atter you have done this, pack the
soil down just as hard as you can get it.
If the benches will bear you all right, you
may be able to do this by treading, but
we take a block of wood and a mallet,
and make the bed just as solid as we can.
By doing this we get, first, fully an inch
more of compost (in depth) in the beech,
and second, we do not get that rank,
weedy growth, which, we all know, does
not produce that ideal flower we are look-
ing for. Our friend Lawrence Cotter was
the discloser of this to the eastern gro wers,
and we should all be thankful to him for
his willingness that we should share in his
knowledge. This making of thesoil solid
will be productive of a much sturdier and
stronger plant, which will be much closer
jointed, and will not attain nearly the
height of a plant grown in a looser soil,
and will also produce next fall, a bloom
of far better build and more solid and
lasting. Mr. Cotter says that he thinks
many varieties that are "weak-necked,"
if grown in a bench where the soil is well
packed down, will produce stems that
will hold the flowers erect.

Elijah A. Wood.
West Newton, Mass.

Miltoniopsis Bleui Splendens.

This hybrid is the result of a cross be-
tween Miltonia vexillaria and Miltonia
Roezli, first raised by Mon. Bleu, Paris,
and subsequently by Messrs. Veitch, Chel-
sea, London. Great interest centered in
this charming plant apart from its won-
drous beauty from the fact that it was
the first hybrid raised between these par-
ents. These at that time werecoramonly
known as odontoglossums, hence the
name miltoniopsis. The plant illustrated
was sold to Mr. Sander by M. Bleu and
was afcerwards sold to Mr. Ames, a wee
bit, two bulbs half an inch in length with
four leaves. We have grown it continu-
ously side by side with our vcxillariums
and find it does well under similar condi-
tions, though we have grown it in a bas-
ket. It flowered twice last year making
itsgrowthscarly and flowering last Octo-
ber,and was divided and now (April) has
again flowered from three large growths
carrying twenty-one flowers. One spike
was cut some few days before being pho-
tographed. The picture docs not do full
justice to the flowers. They are nearly
four inches across, white with a suffusion
of rosy purple in the petals; the lip large
and broad with a fan-shaped, reddish
brown blotch at the base and in front of
the yellow disc, with bright radiating
linc» spreading over the lips, the lines at
the disc being much broader and brighter
colored. There arc several forms, but
when Mr. Dimmock paid una visit a short
time ago he thougnt our variety was
equal to anything he had seen, and he
could not resist comparing the plant to-
day and when he tenderly unpacked the
mite which he brought over in his vnligc
leM than four ycari ago.

WiLLMM KoniNBON.

To Prevent Rdst.— Dissolve one pound of sul-
phate of copper in two quarts ot ammonia in a 2-
gallon jar. When dissolved add another quart of
ammonia and .«-lir well. [The liquid can be kept
in this form for some time and used as needed.]
Add a pint of this solution to a barrel of water and
syringe the plants with a force-pump ever>' two
weeks. And don't let the time for spraying pass
without attending to the operation.

I'leask mention tbcAMBRiCAN I'i.orist
every time you write to an advertiser.

Carnation Geneva.

We have noticed that carnation Geneva
is compared with Portia as to color.
Surely there must be some mistake here.
Geneva, as we know it, is white striped
purple.

The American Carnation Society has
its hands full, trying to keep the nomen-
clature of its patron flower straight.
Some people (and florists at that) are
careless, others indifferent, so much so as
to obstruct progress. But the American
Carnation Society, in order to avoid con-
fusion, is not satisfied with anything
short of absolute accuracy. 13. L.

[Yes, Geneva is described in the list of
carnations, as published in the proceed-
ings of the A. C. S., also in the American
Florist's Co.'s Directory, as "white,
slightly marked purple." It was dissem-
inated by W. P. Simmons & Co., Geneva,
Ohio, about the vear 1890— Ed ]

Needs of the Commission Business.

\_Read before the Philadelplna Florists' Club,
June sth, bv Samuel S. Pennock.'\

In this country the florist's business has
grown to an immense industry, and for
that reason, and because of the perish-
able nature of flowers, the best method of
disposing of them is an important mat-
ter. Flowers are generally sold in one of
three ways: By the grower personally to
the retail dealer, by a hired salesman, or
by a commission merchant. When the
grower sells personally to the retailer he
gives more attention to the selling and
collecting than a hired salesman would,
but he cannot attend to his growing as
well, which is very apt to suffer in his ab-
sence.

Where a salesman is employed, he has
not the same interest as an owner in sell-
ing, and if he is not honest there is a
strong temptation to defraud the owner.
If he sells for but one man, which is gen-
erally the case, only that one man is
really interested in investigating his hon-
esty. Be he honest or dishonest the
owner must lose all bad debts contracted
by him. In cither of these two methods
the time of selling is limited, as the seller
is only at one store at a time and to find
him after he has left is often a very uncer-
tain job. The commission man however
can be found at any time nt his stand. If
the grower or his representative does not
sell out on his rounds to the stores the
stuff is generally carried home, thus los-
ing nil chances of selling it that day. If,
after going the rounds, the flowers are
left in the hands of another party they
are by that time not in fi stclass condi-
tion, being handled and bruiserl and the
receipts, if any, arc neccss.-irily small.

Much of this loss might he saved by
sending them to a commission man whifc
fresh. A commission merchant sells the
greater part from hisstorcwhen it is well
preserved, not injured by exposure or

handling from store to store. A supply
of good flowers being generally on band
florists are not obliged to lay in a heavy
stock on uncertain sales, but can depend
more on the wholesale house, and get as
they need. If they find towards the mid-
dle of the day, or after the morning sup-
ply has been bought, that business looks
much brighter, or a lot of orders have
come in, they can drop into acommission
house and supply their needs.

When flowers become stale for florists'
use, the street fakirs buy to better ad-
vantage to themselves of a commission
merchant, having a larger selection than
could be obtained from at y one individual
grower, or in fact from several. Not only
does this hold good in the case of fakirs,
but to every one does it applv, and this
difference will increase as the grower rec-
ognizes the superior advantages offered
by him. It is true the commission mer-
chant charges a percentage for selling, but
loses all bad debts himself. This percent-
age in more than one case has been less
than the loss by bad debts incurred by the
owner selling his own flowers, his time
and expenses in selling being an addi-
tional loss.

If trade is dull at home or the market
overstocked, he. better than anyone else
can dispose of them in other cities, where
flowers may be scarce and trade good.
He also has the opportunity of outside
trade at all times, which the ordinary
salesman does not have. This amounts
to considerable, particularly in an article
that overstocks the market very easily,
as hybrid roses for instance, as the de-
mand oftentimes is limited and other cit-
ies would be able to use the surplus to ad-
vantage.

The shipping tradeof a wholesale house
is one of the strong points in favor of
sending them, being an outlet which is of-
ten better than home trade. He usually
has a large number of consignors, each of
whom is directly interested in watching
his honesty, not one man only, as in the
case of a salesman for a grower. If this
salesman is proved dishonest he loses his
place, but he may get work where pecun-
iary honesty is not an important factor.
If the commission man is discovered to
be dishonest by one of his many consign-
ors he is ruined for all, and in addition to
losing his character which will be widely
known, he may lose his capital, which is
always needed in this business. The
greater part of his flowers being sold by
himself or in his presence, there is not the
same chance of loss by dishonesty of em-
ployes as in the case of selling directly by
a salesman.

Too much cannot be said in regard to
the shipping and cutting of stuff, as so
many growers do not seemtoluUy appre-
ciate this very important fact. It often
looks as if they did not use their common
sense, and did not take the weather into
consideration. During cold weather roses
oftentimes are cut just as tight, if not
tighter, than in warmer weather, in fact
this is no' '"^.e case just with roses alone,
but other ..^ 'ters also. Koses are some-
tithes shippc'. 10 tight that they are not
salable for two days afterwards. Carna-
tions and violets are often cut several
days too soon, excepting around the hol-
idays, when sometimes I hey .Tppcnr to
have been cut a week, and standini; in
water for th.nl time, judging from the ap-
pearance and smell of the stems. A great
many growers have a very mistaken idea
about holding back flowers beforethe hol-
idays. They hold them just as long as
they possibly can, thinking by sending
them in at the last moment they will rea

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MILTONIOPSIS BLEUI SPLENDENS.

lize big prices, but the flowers are satis-
factory to no one, and perhaps result in
the loss to the commission house of good
customers. Oftentimes flowers are re-
ceived apparently in good condition, but
have been kept possibly a week; as soon
as they are out of cold storage they begin
to go back. Generally flowers would
bring more if sent in fresh than they do
when kept for holidays to the very last
minute and arriving when not expected.
It may be remembered how scarce double
violets were preceding last Christmas,
The report was they were not blooming.
Hardly a flower could be obtained during
the two weeks preceding Christmas, yet
when the Saturday before Christmas
came you could almost swim in double
violets. The high price that was ex-
pected was not realized, and in fact they
sold for almost anything ofiered, while
they would have brought good money if
sent in before. The growers sometimes
think they know better than the dealer
when to send in. It does not pay to hold
flowers for several days for the sake of a
few pennies saved on expressage, as the
loss on wilted and stale flowers more
than makes up the difference. Flowers
should always be put in water at least
two or three hours, if possible overnight,
before shipping, thus being stiffer, harder
and more presentable.

Some growers do not approve of hav-
ing their flowers sold on commission, say
that it is the poorest way, possibly when
they may be judging only from having
left a lot of flowers they were unable to
sell themselves, but expected the commis-

sion man to sell and make good returns.
Growers that do something of a retail
business sometimes send the surplus,
which is generally the poorest, to a
wholesale house, expecting good returns.
As a rule when that grower's retail trade
is dull the wholesale is likewise dull, also
the commission man will get far more
flowers and of a better quality from that
grower too than when trade is brisk. To
do a grower's stuS'justicethecommission
man should get his whole crop the season
through, so he will have a regular supply
that he can depend on, and take orders
with a certainty of beingableto fill them.
As a rule the first ones to cut prices are
the growers or their salesmen. They
seem to get frightened when things begin
to glut up a little, and think the only
thing to do is to sell cheaper, whereby if
they held on to former prices and threw
some stufl' away, trade in a few days
would again brisk up and the demand be
equal to the supply. Prices once dropped
are hard to get up again.

It is to be hoped that the contemplated
organization of the wholesale dealers of
this country at Atlantic City during the
coming convention will be of mutual ben-
efit, both to the growers and dealers as
well as the wholesale trade.

Another strong point for the commis-
sion man is every sale is guaranteed by a
responsible party. If he is not responsi-
ble no one should patronize him; if it is
shown that he has kept back one penny
wrongfully from a single consignor no
one should patronize him. He should be-
lieve what is true, that honesty is his best

financial policy, that it is to his moral
and intellectual interest to be just, that
socially he must always endeavor to fol-
low the golden rule.

Plunging Azaleas,

In speaking of plunging azaleas over
summer in hops a Philadelphia grower
said: "I have tried it and find whilespent
hops are good enough for some plants
they will not do for azaleas. I remember
once I had prepared two long beds paral-
lel to each other, one of old manure and
the other of hops. In the latter had been
plunged small bedding plants which at
this time had all been sold. Having occa-
sion to go away one day, I told a man to
place the azaleas in the hops. When I re-
turned the next day, to my surprise they
were all very nicely arranged in the old
manure. I was annoyed but as they
looked so nice I thought I would leave
them there and see how they would do
for a while. As the hops got dry they
blew over the manure and it had the ap-
pearance of a bed of hops. But how those
azaleas did grow! I never saw anything
grow so luxuriantly. Tbis settled the hop
question with me, as although I have
used them myself and seen others do the
same have never seen them grown suc-
cessfully in tbis way. They seem to like
manure however and make a most won-
derful growth when plunged in it." K.

When writing our advertisers please
use one of your printed business letter
heads or enclose vour business card.

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The American Florist.

Jjinc 14^

A Very Pleasant Day.

On the fifth of June in response to an
invitation very generously tendered to the
New York Florists' Club by Mr. W.
Bayard Cutting to visit his beautiful
place, Westbrook Farm, at Oakdale, Long
Island, thirty-nine members of the Club
availed themselves of the same. This, con-
sidering the very threatening looking
morning was more than the most san-
guine among us expected. But a large
proportion of the members knew there
must be something worth going to see, so
the weather could not prevent their tak-
ing it in.

During the journey there considerable
rain fell, but fortunately it held up just
before our arrival at Oakdale where three
very large hotel wagons with the able
and genial superintendent, Mr. Alex S.
McLennon met us and took the entire
party to Mr. Cutting's house, driving
past the entrance of Mr. W. K. Vander-
bilt's place, past the South Side Club
House and entering the grounds by the
main entrance where is situated a most
unique lodge recently built and thatched
with heather from the Highlands of Scot-
land. This called forth many compli-
mentary remarks and undoubtedly
brought many pleasant recollections to
the sons of Bonnie Scotland, of which
there were a goodly number in the party.
Immediately after passing through the
gates the gorgeous beauty of the place
begins to open to us. The rhododendrons
are here seen in alltheirglory, grouped as
they are at different bends of the carriage
road, each color predominatingin groups
by itself or blending so that perfect har-
mony prevails everywhere. Here stands
a very large group of nearly white with
a few deep purple in the background, the
whole having a back of natural woods,
which with the bright green foliage lends
enchantment to the whole. Nearly all
the planting done here is simply clearing
away the original undergrowth in suit-
able places, replacing it with the desired
class of plants. Another clump, sinking
down into a beautiful dell are all the fine
deep rose purple "John Waterer"; this
clump must cover considerably more than
halfanacrc ofground. Then we come upon
a large mass of white and scarlet, but un-
fortunately the latter were past thtir
best. Another mass is nearly all that
Ixrautiful blush pink shade so much ad-
mired in Daybreak carnations. Further
on wc come upon a fine open lawn grad-
ually rising to where the house stands,
and what a house it is. To the ordinary
oljscrvcr one would think there were
room enough and to spare for a hundred
people, and certainly wc found an abund-
ance of room to thoroughly enjoy the
BumptuouB lunch provided for us, after be-
ing moBtcordially and plcasanlly received
by Mr». Cutting ar.d her sister Miss
Yulce, who expressed much regret at the
forced absence of our host .Mr. Cutting,
who had ticcn very uncxiK-ctcdly called
away on important busincBHand ouronly
icgrct was that wc could not have the
great pleasure of meeting him iK:rB(>nHlly
to express our full appreciation of the
pleasure of visiting his l)cautiful place.

After doing full justice to all the good
thing* for the inner man wc all registered
and commenced a tour of the ground.
Only a small portion of the 1000 acres of
course coulil l>c travelled over in the
limited time at our (lia|)osal, but at every
turn fnimc new and interesting feature
presented itself, rambling away through
the woods which arc tastefully arranged
with flowering shrubs of mnnv varieties
io groups, rhododendrons predomlnnting

but kalmias, syringa and many other
families are represented in groups wher-
ever a suitable place presents itself.

The fish ponds are a great feature here,
fed as they are by pure spring water the
fish are in their glory and the water is as
clear as crystal. On the banks of these
are some noble clumps of the great favor-
ite of the place, and choosing a position
where they fully reflected their glowing
colors in the water we could not help
thinking it was indeed a fairy scene. But
time is pressing and compels us to
move on. Suddenly we come upon a
large mass of Iris aurea and looking
across the lake another is reflected in
the water, and so we go on from one
pleasant scene to another until we come
back to where art is doing nearly all the
beautifying, as nature here has not lent
the helping hand as in that part already
gone over. The arboretum is already fur-
nished with some very beautiful and
choice things, and additions are being
made steadily. The old-fashioned flow-
ers, aquilegias among them, were in per-
fection and are largely represented in a
garden devoted to such things. Next
comes a large flower garden laid out in
graceful and easy design. All these had
to be made at great expense, as the nat-
ural soil is nothing but sand and gravel,
which had to be removed and replaced
with good soil. Behind this again are
situated the greenhouses, in which were
growing among other things a fine collec-
tion of chrysanthemums. The premier
prize for the best arranged group was
won by Mr. Cutting at the New York
show last year, and, judging from the
condition of these plants, he would have
very little trouble in carrying ofi' another
this year should opportunity offer. Mr.
Cutting has always been a most liberal
exhibitor at and patron of horticultural
shows.

Near the greenhouse is situated a trial
ground where many of the new and choice
kinds of rhododendrons are being tried
before introducing them into permanent
plantations; among them are some ex-
ceedingly beautiful things, notably one
called "F. B. Hayes," but space forbids
us from enumerating these and many
other fine things.

From here the entire party were es-
corted to the farm proper, where can be
seen probably the best model cow stable
and dairy to be found in America. These
and all other appointments of the farm
arc on a very fine scale.

After viewing all that time would per-
mit we were introduced into .Mr. McLen-
non's office, where large cans of new milk
fresh from the fine Jersey herd were placed
before us with crackers and cheese, and,
notwithstanding the ample justice done
at the lunch table, equal justice and pun-
ishment awaited the rich bovine produce,
after which we were invited to ride to
Islip and Hay Shore over a beautiful road,
which all very much enjoyed. Here wc
took the train lor our return journey
after having spent one of the most enjoy-
able and instructive days wc ever li:id,
every one feeling ilecply grateful to our
host :in(l his able superintendent, Mr.
Mcl/cnnon, who is so ably carryinp out
the desires of his employer, and it is the
earnest wish of everyone that they nioy
all be blessed with a long life and l>c ena-
blrd to carry on thegrcal work they have
only started in. then in a few years West-
brook Farm will indeed be an ideal |)lace.
Nearly nil that has been done here to
1)eautify and improve it has only about
six years to its credit, which has l)cen the
term of Mr. Mclxrnnon's incumlK-ncy,
and every part of this fine place shows

distinctly the mark of a master hand.
Its perfect keeping in even the smallest de-
tail, and the whole place is really a model.
Long may be it remain so and it owner
live to enjoy it. John N. Mav.

Hardy Plants for Cutting.

This is a good time to make notes of
some of the best hardy plants for cutting,
and the selection should be carefully
chosen of such varieties that follow one
another, so that anything like a contin-
uous supply may be insured. Where there
is a good collection of flowering shrubs,
beds of roses, and a mixed herbaceous
border, there is always something to cut,
but in addition to this it is always an ad-
vantage to have a few good sized beds of
plants for this purpose, and still find
plenty of successional bloom without dis-
figuring the beds too much. To obtain
this the plants must be well established,
the soil well enriched, and a good mulch-
ing of manure applied in winter. For the
convenience of gathering the flowers, beds
about 4. feet wide with alleys between are
the best, as if they are put out in large
breadths more shoots will get broken
down in the constant visiting these beds
get during the flowering season than
would be got from the alleys if they were
all planted. The list of good plants is
very large but the following will be found
suitable.

Achillea Ptarmica, with its innumerable
heads or bunches of pretty little double
white flowers, keeps on flowering nearly
the whole summer, and the more freely it
is cut the more does it produce flowering
shoots. All the attention it needs is a
good mulching of manure in winter and
keeping free from weeds in summer. It is
well adapted for wreaths. Achillea ser-
rata plena (the Pearl) is one of the very
best white flowered plants for the border
or cut flowers. It lasts longer in bloom
than the other varieties, and is somewhat
later; it much resembles a pompon chrys-
anthemum.

Campanula persicifolia alba plena is a
real gem; it spreads freely, and may be in-
creased by division. This will also force
well, especially late.

Delphiniums are splendid flowers for
cutting, and give a great variety of color.
If the central spikes are cut as soon as the
flowers expand, the side shoots spring up
and continue a long time, and are really
mote serviceable than the first bloom. If
left to seed the flowering is soon over. I),
formosum is easily raised from seed, and
makes a fine show'with its rich bliiespikcs
of bloom.

Hclianthus multiflorus or perennial sun-
flower, is one of the best for supplying
cut flowers. Once planted a (jood top-
dressing will keep it right until it recjuircs
taking up and dividing, replanting, if pos-
sible, on fresh soil.

Lathy rus grandiflorusis the everlasting
pea; both red and white flowered varie-
ties arc invaluable for cutting, and if
jilnnted near a fence or something they
can climb over, they will yield ;iii unfail-
ing supply "f blooiii.and make objects as
well. They do not like being disturbed,
and if left for years the better result will
follow. Top dressing well over the crown
in winter is all they re()uire.

ryrcthriinis single and double, are very
beautiful and tlicy arc now of so ninny
viiricd iiilors that they arc well suited for
cutting Ironi, and can be used for any
decorations.

P. tdiginoBum is a tall handsome spe-
cies, and one of the best of the family, as
it comes in late, when flowers begin to
get scarce in the fall. I'or florists' Jind

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THE AMATEUR ORCHID GROWERS DREAM,
\^RcpToditced Ji om the Journal of HoyticuUure.'\

cut flower purposes it is very valuable.
The flowers resemble a marguerite.

A.J. E.

The American Association of Nurserymen,

The 19th annual convention of the
American Association of Nurserymen
opened its session at the Cataract House,
Niagara Falls, June 6. There were about
70 members present when the meeting
was called to order, but by the following
morning there were about 230 recorded
on the secretary's books, and they repre-
sented almost every state and territory
in the Union. The convention expected
to be addressed by Gov. Flower, but he
was unable to be present, and President
U. P. Pearsall of Fort Scott, Kan., deliv-
ered the opening address. The president
referred to the very trying time during
the past year to the nurserymen, but said
be believed they had on the whole fared
better than men in other lines of business,
as their stock had not sufiiered any more
damage, nor had any more been wasted
than in former years. The nursery busi-
ness was, he said, a tax on the nervous
system, and attendance at thesemeetings
was a benefit to all delegates, while the
surroundings of Niagara afforded a
grand opportunity to study nature
closely. The horticultural press and the
medical fraternity had helped the nursery-
men by urging the consumption of more
fruit, calling attention to its wholesome-
ness as a diet. Another improvement for
the trade was better railway facilities all
over the country for shipping fruit to the
markets of the world. The speaker
thought nurserymen should hold up the
apple and peach crop for fear of overpro-
duction. In reference to insects and dis-
ease he considered that a more liberal ap-
plication of wood ashes and other forms
of potash would be most beneficial. Re-
garding legislation the president referred
to the unfair action of some of the west-
ern states, notably California, in practic-
ally placing an embargo on fruit and nur-
sery stock, requiring all fruit to be in-
spected for insects and infectious diseases
before it was allowed to pass. "Better
laws should be made in reference to this,
and we should at least have free trade be-
tween states."

Papers were read on the first day as fol-
lows: "The most profitable method of
introducing new fruits," by Mr.J. H.Hale

of So. Glastonbury, Ct.; this paper was
of unusual interest. In this connection
he suggested that a collection be taken
up for E. W. Bull, the originator of the
Concord grape, who is now 80 years of
age, and dependent on charity. There
was a very liberal response among the
members. The next essays were on the
nursery industry by gentlemen represent-
ing a wide separation of territory, the
east by W. C. Barry of Rochester, N. Y.;
the south by P.J. Berckmans, Augusta,
Ga.; the north by J. Cole Doughty, Lake
City, Minn., and the west by H. Augus-
tine of Normal, 111. A paper on the "Nat-
ural value of synonyms," by Prof. L. H.
Bailey of Cornell University closed the
essays for the day; Prof. Bailey was as
interesting as he always is and "profound
in his learning."

The first day's session closed with the
election of officers for the coming year,
with the following result: President, J.
H. Hale, So. Glastonbury Ct.; Vice Presi-
dent, Hon. N. H. Albaugh, Tadmor, O.;
Treasurer, N. A. Whitney, Franklin
Grove, 111.; Secretary, George C. Seager,
Rochester, N. Y. Executive committee,
Irving Rouse, Rochester, N. Y.;W. J. Pe-
ters, Troy, N. Y., and D. S. Lake, Shenan-
doah, O. The convention of 1895 will be
held in Indianapolis, Ind.

On Thursday there was but one session
instead of two as intended, a prolonged
session concluding the convention. The
meeting adjourned about 2 p. m. The
papers which were scheduled to be read,
but which were omitted, and will be pub-
lished in full in the proceedings were:
"Why are foreign grown shade and ever-
green trees so largely sold by American
nurserymen," Irving Rouse, Rochester;
"Cause of low prices in nursery stock,"
Chas. A. Green, Rochester.

An interesting paper on Forestry was
read by Robert Douglass, Waukegan, 111.
Mr. Douglass is said to be the oldest nur-
seryman in the United States. Mr. C.
Worden of Niagara Falls, Ont., read a
paper on "Nurserymen'snovelties." "The
Rocky Mountains: will they be fruitful"
was read by S. M. Emery, Bozeman,
Mont., and "Culture of standard pears"
by \Ving R. Smith of Syracuse. The con-
vention finished its deliberations with a
lively discussion on the tariff question,
which was precipitated by the paper read
by Mr. Geo. A. Sweet of Dansville, enti-
tled "Our foreign relations." Before the

discussion subsided everybody had ex-
pressed his political affiliations, and it
ended in the same old story. Those who
wanted imported stuff didn't want any
tariff for protection, while those who
grew everything they offered for sale were
stiff protectionists, and patriotic at that.
There were a few exhibitors among them.
Very pretty little conilers (called ever-
greens in this country) by D. Hill of Dun-
dee, 111.; the same class of exhibits by the
Elgin Nursery Co., Kane Co., 111., and the
Niagara River Nurseries, Youngstown,
N. Y. The Rochester Lithographing Co.,
had marvelous specimens of their art (on
paper) portraying plums, apricots, flow-
ering shrubs, etc., which we have longed
for, but they never came.

The nurserymen were photographed in
a group on the banks of the Niagara,
with the rapids for a background, and
what more beautiful place could be se-
lected for a convention? Everythingwas
beautiful except the weather, and that
was chilly, windy and cloudy. Alto-
gether President Hale told the writer
that the convention was in all respects a
success. My own impression of it was
that the association is composed of a solid,
substantial and business-like lot of men
and a credit to any profession. It would
stagger the man who owns only a city
lot or two, or an acre in town to hear
these men talk about seven hundred acres
here and a thousand there. Here is the
record of one whom I had the pleasure of
meeting: Mr. Frederich G. Withofc of
Dayton, Ohio. He is one of the proprie-
tors of the Dayton Daily Press, vice-pres-
ident of the Albaugh Nursery & Orchard
Co. , Tadmor, 0 ., with 500 acres: president
of the Ohio Land Fruit Co., Fort Valley,
Ga.,1820 acres: treasurer of theAlbaugh-
Georgia Fruit Co., Fort Valley, Ga. 1172
acres; treasurer of the Kentucky River
Fruit Co., Gratz, Ky., 250 acres; director
of Woodstock Fruit Co., Gratz, Ky., 300
acres; director of Oakridge Fruit Co.,
Kathleen, Ga., 600 acres; director of Ti-
vola Fruit Co., Tivola, Ga., 1536 acres;
director of Moss Lake Fruit Co., Fort
Valley, Ga., 600 acres. This is only a
sample copy picked out at random. He
is not only the possessor of much of this
world's surface, but also the happy owner
of a kodak of the most improved varietv.
While riding on the substantial trolley
railway on the brink of the gorge for 12
miles and back, some of it so close to the
bank that it makes nervous men wish
Niagara had never been discovered, this
lively gentleman from Ohio operated on
everything that was in his opinion worth
taking a shot at. The patience of the
trolley men passed all understanding. A
score of times we stopped our twenty-five
mile an hour gait to allow Mr. W. to get
a shot. And he shot everything, from
the oldest printing house in Ontario up to
Brock's monument, and finished off by
taking a shot at the last drop of water
that ever shot over Niagara Falls when
he pushed the button. W. S.

The Asparagus Beetle.

The twelve spotted asparagus beetle is
reported to have done serious damage to
the crop in Monroe count}'. New York.
This beetle was first observed in this
country at Baltimore in 1882. Since then
it has worked its destructive way slowly
along the coast. Prof. Lintner, the New
York State Entomologist, recommends
sprinkling the plants with powdered lime
and turning the chickens loose.

Please mention the American Florist
every time yon write to an advertiser.

1090

The American Florist.

June 14^

Boston.

The annual rhododendron show of the
Massachusetts Horticultural Society was
held in their lower hall Wednesday and
Thursday, June 6 and 7, and as this was
the first large show of the year to which
no admission is charged, the beautiful dis-
play was very much admired by a large
number of people. The committee of ar-
rangements must be given a great deal
of credit for the arrangementot theexhib-
its, which was very much appreciated by
the many visitors.

Upon entering, the long wide table,
which extended the entire length of the
middle of the hall, was filled with the dis-
play of James Comlev, gardener to Fran-
cis Brown Hayes. Large vases filled with
branches of the vari-colored oaks, maples
and beeches, interspersed with viburnums
and syringas, were placed the whole
length of the middle of this table and
were flanked on either side with beautiful
large trusses of rhododendrons and hardy
azaleas. At the head of the hall a senes
of tables, each rising above the other.
were filled with the exhibit of H. H. Hun-
newell. The display consisted of magnifi-
cent trusses of rhododendrons, backed by
hardv azaleas and colored foliage. This
exhibit contained seventy named varieties
of rhododendrons, but was not entered
for competition. The table on the left
was occupied by J. L. Gardner, Jos. b.
Fay and the Shady Hill Nursery Co. 1 he
first named showed immense trusses of
rhododendrons; Mr. Fay a large display
of hardy flowering trees and shrubs, and
the last a beautiful display of herbaceous
plants. S. J. Trepass showed a few hand-
some trusses oi rhododendrons and cap-
tured the first prizes for twelve and six
hardy varieties.

On the right centre table, T. C. Thur-
low exhibited forty-five varieties of. hardy
azaleas, and branches of colored foliage,
among which was noticed five varieties
of the English oak. This table also con-
tained exhibits of pelargoniums from E.
Sheppard & Son of Lowell and W. L. Co-
bum, the former showing all named vari-
eties and a beautiful strain of pansies
from' I. E. Coburn. On the table at the
right side of the hall the German irises
were shown, and this class brought out
an unusually large number of exhibitors
and close competition. J. L. Gardner, W. 1
H Cowing, Mrs. E. M. Gill, Jackson
Dawson, M. F. Stevens, Mrs. E. H.
Wood, F. S. Davis and Francis Brown
Hayes competed, the prizes being taken
by the first named.

The many lovers of native flowers fully
eojoyed the displays made by Misses C.
M. Endicott and M. C. Hewitt, Mrs. I'.
D. Richards, Geo. II. Gnnnell and the
MiBSCB Doran, all of which contained
many rare specimens.

Mr. Lawrence Cotter ihowcd iome
iKautiful hardv pyrcthrums, filling seven
large vaBCS with as many named varie-
ties, easily capturing first prize.

The first prize for lierbaceous plants
was taken by J. W. Mfinning, second go-
ing to the Shady Mill .Nursery Co. Bas-
kets of flowers were shown by Mrs. h.
M. Gill and .Mrs. A. I). Wood, and Jack-
son Dawson made an exhibit of forty va-
rieties and B|)ccics of roses. Stcdling
clematis were shown by Kolx-rt Manning
and Mrs. M. T. Goddard, and in the lai-
ler exhibit there was one variety which
was very l>eautiful and was awarded a
complimtntnry notice. A large branch ol
Viburnum tomcntosum shown by l,eorgc
Cbajc of Salem attracted a great deal o
attention. William Nicholson exhibited
vases of Nicholson and Ada Byron carna-

tions, and H. K. Southworth a large vase
of Buttercup.

The month of weddings has arrived,
and all the florists are wide awake, each
one looking for his share in this line ot
work. The event of the week was the
Ratschesky-Shuman wedding, the local
papers filling columns of space with ac-
counts of the event and illustrations of
the floral decorations. Galvin Bros, were
the lucky ones on this occasion.

The Saturday exhibition at Horticult-
ural Hall was very small, owing to the
rhododendron show having occurred dur-
ing the week. Jos. Tailby & Son showed
a plant of Ricbardia africana EUiottiana
in flower. This is the yellow calla whict
was placed upon the market in October,
1892, by Hugh Low and Son, and as tar
as known is the first exhibit of it in this
country. It is a beautiful yellow in color
and a valuable acquisition. The Society
awarded them a silver medal.

greatly delighted with the day's outing.

An excursion of this sort should be
taken at least once a month to either pri-
vate or commercial establishments when
any specialtv is at its best. It would be
not onlv pleasant recreation but also
highly instructive and profitable to every-
one.

Among those present on this occasion
were: Pres. P. O'Mara, Treas. Chas. B.
Weathered, John N. May, Alex. Bums,
Rudolph Asmus, Julius Roehrs, Theo.
Roehrs, I. Forsterman,E.Koff'man,Chas.
Weeber, N. T. Cottam, C. H. Allen, F.
Storm. P. Dailledouze, H. Dailledouze,
Chas. Zeller, W. A. Manda.

New York.

On the 5th of June on the invitation of
Mr. W. Bavard Cutting, the New York
Florists' club visited his country seat at
Oakdale, L. I., some 40 miles from New
York City. Although the morning was
rainy no less than 38membersof theClub
availed themselves of the opportunity.
On the arrival of the train at 12:45, the
party was met bv Mr. Alex. McLennon,
the able superintendent of the estate. Af-
ter a pleasant drive of about two miles
the mansion was reached, wheretheparty
was received by Mrs. putting, who re-
gretted the unavoidable absence of Mr.
Cutting and who gave a cordial welcome
to the guests. Atter the reception the
party proceeded to the spacious dining
room, where a delicious lunch awaited
and was relished by the visitors. After
the lunch Pres. P. O'Mara, on behalf of
the Club, thanked Mrs. Cutting for the
privilege of visiting the estate and the
kind hospitality extended to the Club. At
the request of Mrs.Cuttingevery member
subscribed his name in a visitors' book
and then under guidance of Mr. McLen-
non the partv proceeded to examine the
many beauties of the place.

The rhododendrons presented a grand
spectacle, several acres ol them being in
flower, arranged in informal beds and
; massed in solid colors. The hardy herb-
; aceous plants, of which this estate con-
tains a large collection, were in masses of
the most popular kinds, especially irises
1 and lilies. The unsurpassed collection of
trees and shrubs was also greatly ad-
mired, while in the greenhouse some fine
American Beauty roses, crotons and var-
ious foliage and flowering plants could be
seen. The whole grounds were in perfect
condition and reflected great credit on the
superintendent.

The plan adopted here is to conserve
and enhance the natural beauties of the
place rather than to attempt any artifi-
cial gardening.

From the garden a tour was made
through the stables, dairies, dog and
chicken houses, etc., with which this es-
tate is fullv cquipiK-d. Then a short rest
at Mr. Mc'Uniion's oflicc, where again re-
freshments were served, the milk espe-
cially was highly comnien<li(l .uid numer-
ous niciuiries made as to the cow that
gives smh line li(juid. I lire the parly di-
vided, those having appointmeiils for the
evening were driven totheOakdnlc depot,
while about half the party enjoyed a long
drive to Bay Shore depot, where after
giving three cheers for Mr. McUnnonthc
party took the 6:50 train for New York,

Philadelphia.

The June meeting of the club was quite
well attended. There were several out of
town members and visitors, including
Mr. Abraham Bitner of Lancaster, Mr.
Herr of same place, and Mr. J. L. Dillon
of Bloomsburg. Details of entertainment
of visitors were discussed and the reports
showed all the committees up and doing.
Mr. S. S. Pennock read a very interesting
paper on "The needs of the commission
business," which was well received and
for which Mr. Pennock was given a vote
of thanks. [The paper appearselsewhere
in this issue.— Ed.] In the discussion
which followed George Anderson said the
commission men could soon get all the
Philadelphia product to handle if thev
would guarantee growers the same as
they received by present methods. Mr.
Heacock was not sure that the present
plan of growers peddling their own flow-
ers was the best and favored the market
plan rather than the commission men. A
number of growers were present who no
doubt did a lot of thinking, but had not
much to say.

Otto Horn of Frankford died last week
after an illness of a few days. Mr. Horn
was 36 years old. He leaves a wife and
several small children. Mrs. Horn will
continue the business.

There have been at last two wholedays
without rain and it would really seem as
if we were to be favored with a fine day
now and again. The continuous wet
weather interfered to a considerable ex-
tent with planting, both inside and out,
as the soil could not be handled. It vyiU
not take long, however, to catch up with
the work should the present sunshiny
davs continue.

there is little to be said of the business
of the past week. There has been some
work for weddings and school commence-
ments, but the general trade has dropped
down almost to a summer basis. With
the exception of the mildew on the foli-
age the roses have been fairly presentable
and not over plentiful. Prices remain
about the same as last week. Mcrmets,
Brides, La France, $ 1-; Kaiserins, Tes-
touls, $5 to $6; good outside Jacqs, $4;
Beauties, $1 to $3 per dozen; carnations
of fair (|uality, 75 cents to $2. Wilder
and Daybreak show up very well among
the ])inks, and McGowan is still a leader
among the whites.

Paonies sold very well this season and
are now .-iliout over. They broughtfrom
$1 to $10 pir liuiidred. About all the
valley now in the market comes from
Newport and sells for $ 1. There is (|uite
a demand for sweet pens, white being
particularly scarce the past week. We
think the growers would do well to bleach
a little more ol the seed before planting,
as the white is a good seller. Swuinsona
was used as a substitute for white peas
and made a verv good counterfeit.
Sunday, the '.)th inst., was Children's

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1091

CHURCH DECORATION.

Day in the Methodist churches and nearly
all were decorated. In one church laurel
branches in flower placed in buckets of
water among the foliage plants were used
with good effect.

There is very little in flower now in pot-
ted plants. August Lutz has some nice
hydrangeas very well flowered for this
season. How did you do it, August?
These with a few very pretty Canterbury
bells from Miller are about the only
blooming plants now to be seen.

H. Rainey's interest in the firmof Ehret
& Rainey was sold out a week ago on a
judgment of $200, entered up by Julius
Wolf, Jr., and bought in by him for $25.
This closes out Mr. Rainey's interest in a
good business established about 20 years
ago. Some five years back Mr. Rainey
was doing a fine business. About that
time he took in a special partner, giving
him a very small interest at first, but this
fellow, who has had a very large experi-
ence, finally got the upper hand and
crowded Harry out. His name is John
Barleycorn. Mr. Rainey was a very hard
worker and was scarcely ever seen outside
of his store. We feel very sorry for him
and hope now that his partner has been
shown up in his true light that he will
drop hira forever and begin over again on
his own responsibility. He is still young
and will find plenty to help him if he
shows himself worthy of their assistance.

A little more hail. F. Hahman, near
Frankford, suffered a loss of 8 to 10
boxes, and it seems singular although the
storm covered considerable ground the
hail was not heavy enough to do damage
to establishments, even in the immediate
vicinity of Mr. Hahman. K,

Church Decoration.

The accompanying engraving is from a
photograph of a church decoration ar-
ranged for a wedding bv Mrs. Henry
Rehder, Wilmington, N. C. The plants
used were mainly palms, hydrangeas,
rubbers and ferns. Wild smilax was also
freely used. Tbe picture is suggestive as
showing what may be done with rather
ordinary material and for a compara-
tively moderate price.

St. Paul, Minn.

The cut flower trade has been lively
and June may yet be the banner month
of the year for the retailer. Roses and
carnations are especially called for, and
while the cut has been large and the qual-
ity good still the demand has been ahead
of the supply. Retail prices have not
materially advanced, though the best
roses are bringing $1.50 per dozen.
Growers hold prices firm at $4 to $6 per
hundred.

In the plant line trade has been a little
dull, but stocks are now low, the best hav-
ing been sold. Some beds and vases are
still being planted, but that class of work
is practically ended, and florists art busy
planting out their carnations, violets,
etc., and getting theirrosehouses in shape
for another season's business.

At Como Park, bedding out is nearly
completed and the warm weather of the
past week has brought every thing for-
ward in fine shape. Geraniums are look-
ing exceptionally fine for this season of
the year. Paonias massed and grouped
on the side hill are now in full bloom and

are very effective. Hybrid Perpetual and
yellow summer roses arejust coming into
bloom and suggest the beauty that might
be added to the park by planting more of
them. We presume, however, that they
will be planted in due time, as Supt. Nuss-
baumer is fully alive to the requirements
of the park and has produced marvelous
changes in the past two years.

L. L. May & Co., have a house of
Kaiserin just coming into bloom. The
flowers are large, of fine form and very
free bloomer we should judge. As a sum-
mer rose they seem to fill a long felt
want, and will undoubtedly soon be
planted extensively by our florists. For
winter blooming they have never been
thoroughly tested here, but will be given
a trial the coming season. This firm has
just completed planting out carnations
and violets for another season's forcing.
Daybreak, Silver Spray and Portia are
the standards in their respective colors,
while Helen Keller, Jacqueminot, Uncle
John, Stuart, E. A. Wood and other new
varieties will be planted quite extensively
another year.

Chris Hansen is cutting some very fine
Testout, the finest that has yet been
shown in this market. While not as free
a bloomer as the La France it seems to
hold its form and color better in warm
weather, and will become a general
favorite.

All of our rose growers have been cut-
ting some nice roses this spring. While
credit for this of late belongs to the favor-
able weather the general average has
been maintained by careful watching and
firing nights whenever there was a sud-
den drop in temperature. Very few mil-

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dewed roses have been seen, and the grow-
ers have been well repaid for the slight ad-
ditional expense of night firing in warm
weather. Trade promises good for two
weeks to come, as there is a large country
demand for flowers for "commence-
ments."

F. G. Gould of Excelsior, on the shores
of the beautiful Lake Minnetonka is just
now sending in some fine carnations.
Ilinze's White is grown to perfection,
while Portia, Daybreak and Garfield are
all fine. Brother Gould seems to have
learned the art of producing fine carna-
tions in summer and many of the boys
would like to learn his secret.

By the way, have any of our friends
noticed the tendency of the Daybreak to
fade in hot weather? If cut and placed in
water it holds its color, but when fully
expanded in the bright sunshine it fades.
This only shows that no flower is periect
at all times.

Mr. J. S. Taplin of New York was a
visitor during the week. His first impres-
sion of the great Northwest is a favora-
ble one. Felix.

Z. K. Jewett of Sparta, Wis., stopped
ofi' to visit friends on his way home from
the Nurserymen's convention at Niagara
Falls. He reports a very successful and
profitable meeting.

Chicago,

The market is very quiet, with supply
slightly exceeding demand. Roses are in
fair demand, but their quality is getting
poorer every day. Mildew appears to be
the rule, though occasionally a lot of well
grown flowers may be noted. Reinberg
Bros, are cutting some verv fine Kaiser-
ins. The wood appears strong and vig-
orous, foliage perfectly clean. Kennedy
ol Lake Forest ships in some good Brides-
maids cut from young stock planted the
middle of February.

Prices have remained nearly stationary.
Beauties still lead in demand. The aver-
age stock received is getting small and
rather poor, though O. P. Bassett and
Reinberg Bros, are still handling good
blooms. S. wide range of price, from $5
to §20. Meteor and Bridesmaid meet
with good demand at 4 to 5. La France
is selling fairly at 3 to 5. Mermets are
slow at 3. Brides and Woottons go at
3 to 4-. Perles are slow at 3, and Gon-
tiers at 2. Carnations, which have kept
up wonderfully well all the season, are
now getting very small. Corbrey & Mc-
Kellarare still receiving extra fine blooms
of Daybreak and Tidal Wave, grown by
Henry Mundt. These flowers are disbud-
ded, and, considering the season, are re-
ally fine. Of these Daybreak brings $2.50
to $3 and Tidal Wave $2. Common
stock is down to 75 cents.

Pseonies, though very plenty, have not
been as badly overstocked as was feared.
This is largely owing to the fact that
some of our largest growers are lioldinir
back the bulk o( their cut in cold storage
until the general market is cleared up.
Good stock sells for 35 cents jK-r dozen,
Drop white 50 cents, but a good many of
the poorer grades go for less. Sweet
peas arc plenty and of good average qual-
ity. Supply some days is in excess of de-
mand. Good stock is selling at 35 cents
to 40 cents.

Geo. KIthm is marketing a heavy crop
of longiflorums. As Ilarrisii isncarlycut
out these meet with good demand at $1
a dozen.

Retail trade is rather spasmodic. Some
are as busy iis liccs some days, there Ixr-
ing (juitc n crop of June wcddin)(B, and at
other times business is of midsummer
dullness.

.Mr. A. Wirgandof Indianapalis recently
passed through the city on his wiiy to
California, where he will S|K-nd several
weeks.

BufTalo.

Adams & Nolan made an assignment
last Tuesday; cause unknown. It is be-
lieved that one or both of the firm will
very soon resume, as aflairs are much
brighter than is usually the case in mat-
ters of this kind. W. S.

Under the Rose.

rieco^ riofeii).

Some years ago Mr. C. B. Whitnall,the
florist of Milwaukee, Wis., had a friend
who was a student of Oriental religions
and who had a leaning toward belief in
the Buddhist theory of transmigration of
souls. The3' had many discussions over
this and similar subjects and as a result
"the dreamer" asked that Mr. Whitnall
plant on his grave a rose bush of his fav-
orite variety (should Mr. W. survive him)
and see thatthesame was carefully tended
until it had taken permanent hold of the
soil, so that his ashes might be by the
usual course of nature transformed into
the flower he loved in life. The incident
coming to the attention of Mr. Eben E.
Rextord he made it the subject of the fol-
lowing poem:

Often and often they talked together,

In the sweet Spring days or the sad Fall weather,

Of the life that is and the life to be,

Awed and perple.\ed by its mystery.

Here for a day, and to-morrow, where?
When the grass grows over us, lying there
In the still white city where dead men dwell.
What shall we dream oV. Who can tell?

Can the dead come lack? Do the living feel
Through the dear old places softly steal
The presence of those who have gone away
From the World we live in? Who shall say?

"I believe," one day the dreamer said.
"That in lime tocome, when men call me dead,
I shall live again in the flower that grows
Over my grave. My friend, who knows?"

"When I am dead I would have you make
My grave near by for old friendship's sake,
It'would seem less lonely if you were near,
Though dead, I would feel you, would know and
hear!

"Plant in the mould that is heaped above.
He who forgets not. the rose I love.
And into my heart its roots will grow.
And feed on the dust of the dead below.

"So I shall become a part of the rose

G rowing out of my grave, and each flower that

blows.
Shall he a message of love I send.
From that grave to each old and steadfast friend."
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He died, and his ashes are hidden away
Under the roots of a rose to-day.
And into those ashes the rose will grow
And feed on such food as few roses know.

The heart of the dead to the flower will give
Its sweetness and beauty, and those who live
And are true to the friendship of old will know.

That the dead remembers! -And luve will
stir
Their loyal hearts for the friend below.

Who makea the roue his interpreter.

Park Superintendents will Organize.

An Association of Superintendents of
Parks and other Public Grounds will un-
doubtedly lie organized in the near fut-
ure. A number of lending superinteml-
ents have .-ilreadv cxpresBerl tliemsriyes
as heartily in favor of sui li an associa-
tion and the organization promises to be
u strong one.

Certainly much good could be accom-
plished through such a society and we
congratulate the superintendents upon
their decision to organize.

We hope to be able to give full details
at an early date.

TopEKA, Kans — R. J. Groves, Jr., is
building a new house 16x100.

NoRWALK, O. — Mrs. C. W. Boalt has
entered the florist business at 114 W.
Main St.

Plymouth, Ind. — Mr. William Holland ,
the nurseryman, is a candidateiorcounty
treasurer.

Appleton, Wis. — W. H. Rogers is pre-
paring to add several new houses to his
establishment.

Saratoga Springs, N. Y.— John Ralph
has purchased 50 feet of additional front-
age adjoining his premises.

GREENsnuRGH, Pa. — D. M. Shearer &
Co. have removed from North Main St.
to the Press Building, West Otterman St.

Bakaboo, Wis. — Mr. Beebe Strong is
contemplating the erection of greenhouses
here with the idea of starting into the
florist business.

WoBURN, Mass. — E. G. Bridge is erect-
ing a three-quarter span violet house
16x80 glazed with 16x24 glass, to be
heated by hot water.

Indianapolis, Ind. — Mr. A. Wiegand is
on his way to California. He will view
the mid-winter exposition and visit var-
ious points of trade interest.

Hamilton, N. \'. — Mrs. D. M. Fairchild
is starting in the florist business here and
is building two houses, one 18x70 and
one 18x90, also a palm house. It will be
conducted by "Bert" Starr.

PntENix, Arizona. — .\dams & Arm-
strong, nurserymen, have dissolved part-
nership. Their entire stock has been pur-
chased by the Armstrong-Kendall Fruit
& Nursery Co., who will continue the
business.

Charleston, S. C— Mr. J. M. Connel-
ley has moved into his handsome new
building on Meeting St. A local daily de-
scribes it as "A substantial improvement
that Charleston may look upon with
pardonable pride."

Hou.ston, Texas. — While final arrange-
ments have not yet been completed it is
certain that we shall have a chrysanthe-
mum show here again this year and that
it will be much larger and more attract-
ive than that of last year.

Chattanooga, Tenn.— The Chatta-
nooga I'loral Society will give an exhibi-
tion June 14. Reduced rates have been
obtained from the milroads and it is ex-
pected there will be a large number of vis-
itors from surrounding towns.

San Francisco. — The executive com-
mittee of the Mid-winter Fair has ofltred
to present to thcommissioncrsof f'.olden
Gate I'lirU many of the lixposition build-
ings to be used for p.Trk purposes. It is
lirobable that n number of tlic buildings
will be accepted by the commissioners
niiil that they will remain as ])ermaneDt
ornaments of the p.irk.

Peoria, 111. — .\ board of park commis-
sioners for Peoria has been organized bv
direct vote of the jiL-ople, with power to
make their own levies for p.irk purposes.
Tiie board has already been offered 200
acres of land as a gift for the nucleus of a
park or park system, and the work of se-
lecting ground and the improvement of
same will snon lie t.'iUen up.

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Blighting of Blossoms.

It is understood that flowers are organs
for a special purpose, namely the produc-
tion of seed, and many of the parts serve
only in the important work of fertilization
and then fade and fall away. In short
the showy portions of flowers are transi-
tory organs, and are not expected to en-
dure for long. Because delicate in struc-
ture and not provided with the thick
epidermis characteristic of more perma-
nent parts they are subject to the attack
of various forms of moulds and blights.

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These fungi only do damage by coming
too soon and if their work was confined
to petals and sepals the damage would
not be so great as it is at present.

Many of our fruits suffer greatly from
moulds which possibly primarily attack-
ing the more delicate petals, spread from
them to the pistil and there cause the de-
struction of the young fruit before it has
made more than its initial growth.

One of the most serious of these blights
is the gray mould (Monilia fructigena)
which is familiar to all orchardists as the
cause of the rot that destroys the cherries
as they are nearly ready for picking. The
plum sufiers in a similar manner and from
the same cause wholeorchards of peaches
are robbed of the fruit before it is large
enough to be conspicuous. A careful
study of this mould shows that, living
over the winter in mummifiedfruit on tree
or the ground the germs often first attack
the tender petals of the blossom and then
pass on to the young fruit.

But it is not of the blossom of the fruit
orchard that attention is more particu-
larly called at this time. A few days ago
a florist asked me to give him some rea-
son for his orchid blossoms turnirg
spotted soon after they unfolded. This
spotting of the strange and magnificent
blooms of a rare orchid is a serious mat-
ter, for it makes all the difference between
a flower of great beauty and long dura-
tion and an unsightly thing quickly
ruined. When the sun is too strong it is
possible for a bloom to be overheated and
burned;but in suchcasesthe blotchshows
by its shape, etc., the cause of the diffi-
culty. The spotting in question begins
as minute specks and the dead area
sprtadsinall directions from the initial
central point. There is no filamentous
fungus, as the Monilia above mentioned,
to be found and the delicate tissue
abounds in bacteria. The engraving

shows the petals of an orchid (Cattleya)
badly spotted, asfrequently seen in theor-
chid houses. It is not to be supposed that
any particular form or species of bacter-
ium is usually associated with thesespots.
In fact they can be artificially produced
by placing drops of a stagnant water
abounding in bacteria upon the petals
held in place by bits of thin glass, or with-
out this precaution. Bacteria are in the
air as also in ordinary water and the
moisture remaining indropsupon thepet-
als furnish the conditions favorable for
the entrance of the germs or the destruct-
ive effect of the Ptomaine they produce.

A gray mould, usually some member of
the genu Botrytis, often begins to disfig-
ure the delicate parts of a blossom very
soon after it is fully developed and frag-
ments from such a flower when they fall
upon other blossoms carry with them the
quickly growing fungus. The spores of
the mould may likewise be carried from
one flower to another in the water used
through the hose or sprinkler. But it is
not of these that it is the purpose here to
write.

Sometimes the same disease that affects
the leaf may flourish in the blossom.
There is a bacterial disease of the carna-
tion foliage and the same germ appar-
ently thrives in the bloom, and causes
much loss to the grower. Plants that are
badly diseased do not have many blos-
soms, but other neighboring plants loaded
with flowers may have the petals badly
spotted and blotched with the carnation
bacterium. In this case it seems that a
specific germ is at the foundation of the
floral blight. The petals maybe diseased
before they have fairly opened out. Sim-
ilar destruction is met with in roses, the
petals becoming spotted while still in the
half expanded bud.

Byron D. Halsted.

Rutgers College.

Do YOD WANT a list of the leading cem-
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such a list in our new trade directory and
reference book.

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VV experience. Kood habits. State wat'eswUli board.
Commeiclal place. Address

GK<>. S. Beldixg. Mlddletown, N. Y.

"XA'^ANTED TO KENT-A small tlorlsts establlsh-
y V ment. O.WX) to s.tiuu feet of Rlass. In good location
for business. Eastern States preferred. Address

FLouiST, P. O. Box a73, Portsmouth, N. H.

"OrANTRD-A brlpht ynung man that is quick at
> T pottinn. and able to work up a stock or voung
roses- Good references required. Wages f20.00 per
month with board, to start wltli.

W. w. Coles. Kokomo. Ind.

WANTED— Foreman to take charge of commercial
place. Al rose grower who knows roses; one
experienced In carnations and bedding plants: Al,
married man can secure permanent place. Address
Box tu. Providence. R. I.

WANTED— A tlrst-elass working foreman to take
charge of 20.001.1 feet (»f glass, and grow roses,
carnations and general stock. Applicants please for-
ward references, and state wages expected. Address
M N. care American Florist, Chicago.

WANTED— A PARTNER-To join me growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for tlie business, and free from bad hablta.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a tlrst-class open
Ing for the rierbt man.

Wilfred a. Brotherton", Rochester. Mich.

WANTED— A foreman to take entire charge of a
very large establishment in Belgium, one who
thoroughly understands the best methods of forcing
roses, carnations. et€., etc., as practiced in America.
One having had considerable experience In the direc-
tion and management of men. and having a pleasant
address preferred. To the right man a good position
with liberal wages, and Iree passage tu Belgium will
be provided Address wllii tult particulars, copies of
testimonials, etc., to John N. ^lAy. Summit. N.J.

"L^OR SALE— A 10-sectlon Cannodv boiler, pattern
Jj No. 1. C. T. Briggs, Avoca, Iowa.

OR SALE CHEAP— Large second-hand florist's Ice
Box, value about ?75. Vaughan's Seed Store,
88 State Street, Chicago.

F

FOR SALE— 2 large Bay Trees, round heads. 7 feet
broad, 12 to U feet high. Shown at World's Fair.
Val'ghan's Seed Store, Chicago.

FOR SALE— Established seed business and dwelling
house, Sif,50U: terms to suit. For particulars ad-
dress B, care American Florist. Chicago.

FOR SALE— Hltchlngs patent portable return flue
boiler No. 17: used two seasons: warranted per-
fect and all right. W. A. Lee. Burlington, Vt.

FOR SALE— (Greenhouses, liotbeds and fixtures. In
thriving Kansas town; good retail business. Will
assist purchaser until acquainted. Address

Kansas, care American Flortst.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
glass florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.

glass 1
itl!2o0.

VaI CHAN'S SEKl) STORE.

14« & 148 West Washington St.. Chicago.

FOR SALE— ?laO takes 8 year lease of three green
houses, f-tock. fixtures, horse and wagon. Almost
Ineenter of Chicago. Must sell; have other business.
Addrees G H, care American Florist.

FOB SALE— Five greenhouses, stock of plants.
tools and hotbed sash; good retail trade; about
20 years established. WUI lease ground for term of
years; good opportunity for right party. Address
E. Mi.'N.\LLy. Anchorage. Ky,

FOR RENT-Aflrst-class commercial place in suburb
of Chicago, containing 15.000 square feet of glass,
well stocked with best varieties of forcing roses. Ad-
dress Renter.

care Otsen & Hughes, f>6 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

FOR SALE— The stock and good will of a paying
tiorlst business in a thriving Maryland town. Lo-
cation exceptionally good. Rare chance for a good
man with a small amount of capital. For particulars
adaress Hehaki), care American Florist.

FOR SALE— Splendid business opportunity. .5 green-
houses, tliree 18x75. two yi\1h. stocked with roses,
carnations, violets, near Portland. Oregon; electric
cars pass near the property every half hour to Port-
land. Good dwelling house two-story 18x28. good well,
chicken house, barn, stable. h\^ acres land. Price.
aS.SUO; terms. Jl.OliO cash, balance foOO a year. Address
D. C. Lattourette. Oregon City. Oregon;
or G C. cure American Florist, Chicago.

FOR SALE— Two greenhouses, each 15x100 feet,
well stocked, heated by liot water; built on three
lots In the heart of a live city of 2a,iK)0 people. Com-
lortable dwelling house: three years" lease to run.
rent$-25 per month for house and lots. For a rose
grower this is a snap. f2.WX) worth of roses shipped in
here last winter and spring. Will sell for $1,700. Par-
ticulars bv addressing

Illinois, care American Florist. Chicago.

FOR SALE— At a bargain, or exchange for other
property. The oldest and best known florist and
truckers plant In Southern KansHs; tl acres, early ex-
port to Colorado. Nebraska, etc. Fine cut flower and
plant trade. No greenhouse near: 5UtRI feet glass;
hteam «^r water heat: natural gas and water works; 5
acres asparagus and pie plant: 7 mom house, large
burn shop, ottlce: live town; healthful cMmate. Good
reasons. Address Wilt.i.am H. Barnes.

Box S4;"t, Independence, Kans.

GREENHOUSE PLANT FOR SALE.

On account of the death of the owner, offer for sale
a complete greenhouse plant consisting of a brick
dwelling house of il rooms. ;i greenhouses with steam
heating! barn. '.. acre choice land, good welt and
cKtern. located at Yankton. South Dakota, second
lari:est cttv In the State: the only business of the kind
within a radius of 'iO miles. Growing towns all round
this city. A splendid business opening for an indus-
trious and competent man. Price. -^l.tJOO: one-half
cash, balance on time.

AMERICAN STATE BANK. Yankton. S. Dak.

1094

The American Florist.

June /^,

Toronto.

Amongst other orchids, Thunia
(Phains) Marshallije is flowering at the
Central Prison greenhouses now; it is a
most beautiful thing, and Mr. Houston
says it is very easy to manage.

Bedding out has been a very slow pro-
cess this year, on account of the weather,
which still remains cold and showery.
The thermometer hovers between 40° and
55° descending at night, often to the vi-
cinity of freezing point. The total rain-
fall during May last at the Toronto Ob-
servatory was 9.76 inches. K\\ dealersin
plants are doing a lot of grumbling these
days, and they have good cause; people
are afraid to plant out much till the
weather gets more seasonable, and prices
are being cut to ruinously low figures.
When the warm weather does come no
doubt everyone will want things all at
once, and there will be a great rush for a
few days. "Ob! let it be soon."

We are in the throes of the quadrennial
Provincial election just now, so that in
spite of the bad weather and the hard
times there is no lack of excitement. Al-
though it may not be cold enough to kill
coleus on the 26th of June (the fateful
day) it will probably feel very frosty to
some people, and there will be much snow.

The next meeting of the Gardeners' and
Florists' Association will likely be de-
voted to "business" more than anything
else. What has become of the prize list of
the Electoral District Society's summer
show? Only about six weeks to the usual
time of holding it, and nobody appears to
have received the list yet. It should bein
the hands of exhibitors in March at the
latest. E.

200,000 ROSES 200,000

Nice stock Iroin 2"2-inch pots.

Per lOOO I erlOO

PERLE 125.00 $2.80

SUNSET 25.00 2.80

BRIDE 22.50 2.50

MERMET 22 50 2.50

GONTIER 22.50 2.50

MME. CUSIN 22.50 2.50

MARECHAL NIEL 25 00 2.80

LA FRANCE 24 00 2.75

WHITE LA FRANCE 24.00 2.75

ALBANY 2400 2.75

METEOR 22.50 2.50

WATTEVILLE 22.50 2.50

SOUPERT 22.50 2.50

CLIMBING PERLE 3.50

BON SILENE 3.00

MRS. DeGRAW 3.00

SOUV. D'UN AMI 22 50 2.50

AnJ all stana:ird varieties in Hybrids,
Teas, Hybrid Teas, Climbers, Polyanthas,
etc , etc. Strictly our own selection, {20.00
per lOOf); 12.25 per ICO. Same from 4-inch
pots, $6.fX) per 100.

Send in your lists (or prices.

TKKMM CAHII WITH OICOKK.

CUT SMILAX. 10 cents per String.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO,,

Mnntl'tn Aniffrlcjin KU>rl*l

Mtrmctii, Cii«iin ntiM Wnll<-villr«, J.i :o per 100.
BrldmmAitl^t. nri*U-«. Hf/*ic. (ionticr. Meteor and

La I'rniicr. |t(JOprr KKt
ftlrwiit Amrnran IK-niilic«. Jfi.OO per 100. IW.OO per

lOm WrII rxotrd Ifnirly cutllllK*, P 00 ))«t 100.
*#-StHrcia! i»ricf^ on oiiniitlty. I,ct nic price your

lUtii Cn«h with orncr.

\V<-al t-'iirol I'Hrk, HI. I.iiilla, .Mo.

.Mfntt'in Aimrrl'mn Klofliit,

Am. Beauties, in 2 and 3-inch pots,

Testout,

Meteors,

Brides,

La France, " " "

$5 00 and $6 00
5 00 and 6 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00
3 00 and 4 00

We will quote you special price on Beauties in lots of 500 or more.

REINBERG BROS., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

Mention American Florist.

SENATOR McNAUGHTON,

BRIDESMAID,

PERLES, . - - .

BRIDES, . . . .

MERMETS,

METEOR, . - . .

I'lr ini)

$1G.OO
7.00
4 50
4 00
4.00
5.00

Fine thrifty plants,
from 2^ -inch pots.

LA FRANCE,

ALBANY,

CLIMBING PERLE.

TESTOUT,

KAISERIN Augusta Victoria,

WICHURAIANA, .

Per 100

$5.00
500
5.00
8.00
6.00
6.00

Also a larpe stock of Palms, Araucarias, Finis, Aspidistra var.

GREENHOUSES:
Western Springs, I

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

CHICAGO:

) 146-148 W.Washington St.

Mention American Florist.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perk, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Testout, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany,

Gontier, White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch

pots, $5.00; ^-inch pots, $6 00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, $6.00; 3-inch, $8.00 per hundred.

THIS STOCK IS WELL GKOWX ANU IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

Brides. Bridesmaids,
Perles, Meteors. Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots.

Cusins, ....
Niphetos. Testouts,
Iia France, Mermets,

^"•T\rS¥J5^ilS>SLEK. VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

tSnle Agents for U. S. for Chas. Mac'IntoHli & Co., Kii|;;lantl, Inventors of Vulcunl/ed India Uubber,
Kxtru strong trreenhotise hose to withstand hlyh presBiire. %\\\., :i-ply. 15c. per fodt In f.0 feet lenk'ths.

I^ojsesi.

I^o»o«»<

In 21 .. 3 and 4-inch pots.
ALL THE LEADING VARIETIES FOB FORCING.
Write for prices.
1 1 ■•-.I I • 1 il;. .-v. ■%-. ,i<>ii:v iiic>;i>i:i-et!*c>:v

CO.

A lUTT'T? Tr< A 'KT TIT* A TT1*"V testout, k. a. victoria, urides-

"■J*I.XiXVAV».*l.X^ .DXlja,UXl, MAID, BRIDE, MERMET. METEOR,
l'i;kl,l,, SUNSI-.I, CUSIN, LA FRANCE, S anil l-ilich puts, prime stock, sliippwl at .special llo-

Writc for prices, including delivery to your Express office. A, O, MuCDlAN, LaKcWOOQ, Ni Ji

W^

h: IIA\'1-; a line sldck r,f ROSES ino-
pared lor winkT bluoni, and oiler
below named sorts: pcr ino Per looo

From 2;,' inch pots 8« 00 JiVOO

I'rum .'finch jiots .'> OO liOO

American Pertection, freest lilooininK l>riKht pink,
Bride. Bridesmaid. Mermet, Climbing Perle. La
France, pnik .-iii'l while. Christine de Noue,
Meteor. Perle. Mme. Pierre Guillot, Niphetos,
Salrano. Bon Silene, Isabella Sprunt.

American Beauty, 2 inch fj.OO per 11)0

Plant Stakes iCanei), A to 8 ft. in height, in )>iinilles
of.VK). . . . .S;i 00 per UXX), f. o. I..

Younq Chrysanthemumi. for r.-ilsin,r prize flowers.
.V) l<M<lin({ sorts . . fl 00 per 100; %V^ 00 per 1U(X)
Allernanlherat. red or yellow . . . . f^O 00 jier 1000
Smilax,'.! inch ... . f2000pei KXX)

Young Palms. I v.iir 1,1.1 . j:r..CO i)er UKIO

A.i.ir... NANZ & NEUNER, Louisville. Ky.

FOR SALE.

Choice lot of youiiK rose plants out of
^'^ and 4-incli pots. Mermets, Brides, La
France, I'erles an<l Bridesmaids. Apply

GORDON PARK GREENHOUSES,

Glenville, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio.

ROSE PLANTS.

6,000 AM. BEAUTIES, 4-incli pots, J90.00
2,000 BRIDES, JKinch pots, 45 00

1,000 PERLES, 3;^-inch pots, 45.00

1,000 MERMETS, 3>4-incli pots, 45.00

4'iinl i^rowti, for our own iirtc.

All very chuicc. Have never seen our Beauties
equaled. ' Would be cheap nt 812r>.(K). Will pay for
themselves before others bloom, ami always lend.

BRANT & NOE, Forest Glen, III.

or L. M. NOE. MADISON, N. J.

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

ilHJiii4 pLiilLs li..in 2;^ i"i-'li pots,

JSOOO per 1000.
Prom i-inch pots, JS70.00 per 1000

TESTOUTS.

I1..111 ! null puts, fiiO.OO per lOdO.

J. T. ANTHONY,

2205 Mluhiynn Ave., CHICAGO.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1095

IWINTER FLOWERING ROSES

We devote more than half of our greenhouses to the production of Winter Flowering Roses,
and have'the finest;range of greenhouses in this country for that purpose; they contain every im-
provement in regard to durability and labor-saving appliances; the rafters and purlins are of
wrought iron, securing very light roofs and extreme durability. The water is
warmed in very cold weather before using by the exhaust steam from the steam
pump that supplies the houses with water; liquid manure is ail
pumped by steam, and everything to secure the highest develop-
ment of our stock, and at the least expense, has. been sought for
and secured, and our new range of iron rose houses, covering two
acres of ground, and devoted exclusively to the production
of cut roses, are conceded by all who have examined them to
be without question the finest range of greenhouses devoted to

i rose culture in the United States, and we believe, in consequence, we have exceptional facih-
j ties for supplying strong young healthy rose stock at the lowest possible prices. These
I houses are worth examination, as they are conceded to be model houses in every way. Visitors
j are always welcome.

AMERICAN BEAUTY.— "Vhe largest rose and tlie most vigorous growing by far among continuously
l)lii<.ii]iii" ro,-.c>. tliinwiiig u|. MTV Strong stems from the base of tlie plMiit, every shoot terminated with a single
lln«.T. Hlii.-l] is ..f till' laryrst size. Color, deep rose. In foliage and size ot flower it resembles the large Hybrid
I'lTiietual or Ilardv flass, and is similar to Magna Charta or Gloiie ill- I'aris. It is as fragrant as the most fra-
grant ot Hardy roses, wljicli, coupled with its vigor. lai'L'e size and beautiful color, long stems and continuous bloom, places it at the head of Winter
blooming roses. It requires skill and favorable condiiions to Mower it in perfection, but when successfully flowered no other rose approaches it for
beautv or profit, aij-incli pots. $10.00 per 100; $90.00 per 1000.

S MME. CAROLINE TEST OUT. -This rose

g has attracted mure altentioli than any rose sent out
S since the .Vmerican Beauty. It was the winner at the
S Madison Siiutire Garden Chrysanthemum Show of the
J Lanier SIlverCup for the best new seedling of Europ-
« ean origin not exhibited previous to 1892, and it was
$ constantly surrounded by an admiring group through-
5 out the show. It is a 'Hybrid Tea, with a decided.
J though delicate tea fragrance. It is a very vigorous
S grower, throwing up heavy bottom shoots in profusion,
S and is also a remarkably free bloomer for so large and
5 fine a rose, producing scarcely any blind wood. In form
h it is very similar to La France, and in size much larger.

5 In color* it is simply unequalled among pink roses, be-

6 ing of a wonderfully clear brilliant pink, of one solid
§ tone, without shading of any kind. It needs no special
J Ireatment. and for a high class rose of easy culture, it

* is certainly unequalled. Large roses that can be cut in
S the half-blown state, like Beauty, are becoming yearly
{ more fashionable and the popular taste seems' to be
J growing in this direction; we have needed a good pink
« rose to meet this demtuid, and believe that Mrae. Tes-
5 tout will fill the bill. Mr. Ernst Asmus says: "This is
J the best Hybrid Tea the French have ever sent out."

• Mr. W. AV. Coles says; "I have grown many varieties
S of roses, but have never seen one with so many good
Q qualities as the above. I shall be very much mistaken
J in ray prediction if we do not find, within a few years,

S that there are a thousand Testouts grown for 'every Silver cup awarded us 1891 for our e.\- „,„^-,. „,.„^ g.„,.^.„ „ ^ .„

S hundred La France." Mr. Robt Craig says; "I want hibit ot Meteor Roses; for best 100 Red paTd Merraet and plant Bridesmaid in its pKace the
J to tell you that's a nice thing. The color of Testout Roses of any variety. coming season, and we believe results will prove

2 is its great point. In that respect it is far ahead of La their w'isdora, as its uniform good color causes it to

S France. It will keep in the cellar for three or four bring a correspondingly uniform good price, and

J days, and as the color fades it keeps a pleasant shade." jjence makes it much more profitable. The past winter it has brought fifty per cent more
J Growers, Retailers and Flower Buyers are alike enthu- (i,.j„ Mermet; when it is realized that it is fuilv as free of bloom, no more need be said on
J siastic in its praise, :ind in our opinion this rose is des- ji^jg point We won J^irsl Prise two successive "days at the Madison Square Garden Chrysan-

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA-

A new rose of German origin that is attracting a
great deal of attention and promises to be of great
value. In color it is midway between Bride and
Mine. Hoste, a delicate cream white. The buds are
both larger and longer stemmed than those of Bride.
The habit of the plant is singularly strong, vigor-
ous and healthy; the fiower is most deliciously fra-
grant. Winner of the Silver Cup ntfcrcd by the F.
R. Pierson Company, at the Matlisnn Stuuire Garden
Chrysanthemum Show for the most promising forc-
ing rose never before exhibited at a New York
show. First premium New York Chrvsanthemum
Show, Fall, 1893, awarded us for this varietv.
Price, 2M-inch pots, $8,00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000.

B/?/DESM>»/O.-(0riginated by Frank L.
Moore.) This is the rose we have all been waiting
for — a Mermet whose color is constant through all
kinds of weather, Mermet has always been ac-
knowledged as more nearly approaching' perfection
than any other pink rose, its one fault tieing its ten-
dency to lose color in dark weather. In the Brides-
7}iaid we have it with this one fault corrected, and
every good trait unchanged. It is identical in
form, habit of growth and freedom of bloom with
its i)areut, and," unlike AN'aban, it never produces
malformed buds. Many of the largest and most
wide-awake growers about New Y'ork intend to dis-

tined to win a high jilac

the grower. First prentiuni

N. \ . Clir\ santlicnmi

pots, $8.00 per 100, $75.00 per lOOy,

and iirovp very profitable to themuni Show, fall of 1892, for this varietv. Mr. T. J. Slaughter, who has been a large and very

warded us tor this variety, successful grower ot Mermet, voices the universal verdict when he says: "It gives me great

Fall. 1K93. Price, 2)i-inch pleasure to give the Uridesinaid niv heartv recommendation; from my experience with it this
yeav lam convinced it ifill supersede the Mennel entirely. ow\na\.o its better color and greater
market value. 1 intend to give it all the room I can imssibly spare. I think growers will go strong for
it next year." i'^-inch pots. $8.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000,

/VijETHO/? —The finest crimson rose for wiiit.T blooming; very double and very dark velvety
crimson scarlet, its onlv fault being a tendency to become black during the shortest days ot winter,
but when well grown it 'is not excelled; a superb varietv. We grow this rose very largely, and won a
Silver Cup at the Madison Square Garden Chrysanthemum Show, for the best twenty-hve blooms, also
both first and second prizes for the best twelve blooms. We are recognized as haviiiir the best stock
about New York, and are headquarters for this variety. In 1893 we again receive.l first Premium for
cmr exhibit of Meteor at the New York Chrvsanthemum Show, and also a Bronze Medal at the
World's Columbian Exposition in Chicag-o, tor our exhibit of this variety. 2;i-mch pots,
$6.00 per 100; $55,00 per 1000.

SOUVENIR DE WOOTTON .—■'^ verv valuable scarlet-crimson, much like .Jacqueminot
in size ind color- an easv varietv to iIow.t tind has'a delicious fragrance. Throws good stems, but fre-
quent Iv in cliislcrs, in uiiich case, bv dislnidding. the size of the llower is largely increased. The best
rviiiiso'n Wiiilci-iluwcrin'.' lose at the pr.vsi'ni lime "for g-eneral use," all things considered. 2'i-
h puts $6.00 per 100; $55.00 per 1000.

MME. CUSIN, PERLE, MERMET, NIPHETOSand BRIDE, $5 per 100; $45 per 1000.

Silver Cup awarded us for Meteor Roses, ex-
! hiblted .at Madison Sc|iiare Garden, 1893, for best
S 25 Red Roses of an,\ varict.\ .

F. R. PIERSON CO.,

.HRRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, N, Y,

109 G

The American Florist.

June /^,

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No Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertlslnc Department of the American
FLoniST is for Florlsta, Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Only. Please to
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Orders for less tlian one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach n?by Monday to secure
Insertion in the issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago.

We have received from Secretary L.
K. Goodman of Westport, Mo., a copy of
the 36th annual report of the State Horti-
cultural Society of Missouri. It contains
a great deal of matter of interest to the
general horticulturist, and there are some
very readable essays upon floricultural
matters as well. One thing upon which
Mr. Goodman is to be especially congrat-
ulated is the veiT- full and complete index
to the contents of the volume. The sec-
retaries of other horticultural societies
would do exceedingly well to follow Mr.
Goodman's lead in this direction. There
is now buried in the reports of the various
horticultural societies a great deal of val-
uable information that is utterly lost on
account of the absence of an adequate in-
dex.

The Montana Agricultural Experiment
Station is now fully organized at Boze-
n-an with Mr. S. M. Emery as Director.
Mr. Emery is quite well known to the
trade through his long connection with
the Jewell Nursery Co. of Lake City,
Minn. It is not often that an experiment
station is fortunate enough to secure the
services of such a thoroughly practical
and well informed man, and the Montana
authorities are to be warmly congratu-
lated. We shall look for numerous re-
ports of real practical value from the
Montana station.

The Hcrendeen Mfg. Co. has added a
new boiler to their list. It is named
I'Fuhrman, Jr.," and is designed for heat-
ing small conservatories, etc., for which
the smallest of their old sizes were too
large.

Do vou WA.NT a list of the leading park
superintendents of America? You will
find such a list in our trade directory and
reference book for 1894-. Price $2.00.

Asphaltum on Steam Pipes.

Will some reader of the Florist who
has had experience in using asphaltum on
•team pifK-s please state through the col-
umns of the I-LUMIST its cfTvct on plants
and roses. Also, does it act in any wnv
as a non-conductor of heat? Would you
advise living it ? A.

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers.

M«do from hiiivT. Mnnllln MncO. "^xrnmUnwA . Hhli^
iw**! tfiit. (itukixl I'M In n <-rnt<>

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson k Clinton Sta., CRIOAOO.

Tri.nriMivr, .Maiv »TJh
Whfn wrIilDK mention the A»miiCA.\ H.oiii."!t.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HTANUS

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

CUT STRINGS a to 12 feet uong. so cts.

ipped in large or small quantities to any part of the country. Orders l>y mail, tele-
. or telephone.

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

g.^ Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

Laurel and Green Festooning', Wreaths, Etc.
SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

Long's

Florists'

Photographs.

PUBLISHED BY

DAN'L B. LONG,

BUFFALO, N. Y.

Cftn }»e supplied liy any of the follow-
ing: AiLjentfl :

N. F. McCarthy & CO., Boston, Mass.
WELCH BROS.. Boston, Mass.
F. E. McAllister, New York City.
REED & KELLER, New York City.
MARSCHUETZ & CO., Philadelphia, Pa.
H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Phila., Pa.
E. H. HUNT. 79 Lake St., Chicago.
J. C. VAUGHAN. Chicago.
T. F. KEENAN, 45 Lake St., Chicago.
C. A. KUEHN, 1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
PricctI Catalo^;ue tree on application.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

t4-02 PINE STREET,

— — »fJSt. rvouias, A<Io.

(SurrcHHi.r to ■•:LI.IS<»N It KCKIIN),

■»9Bfl WHOLESALE 8=^*

111:;: I'lKTii; STitEET,

St. JL^ot.al(B, Ado.

A oomplfttA lln« of WIrA l>ftiilffD«.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

Now r(*n(1r. fniiii 2-lnch rnti). nln)iiK plnntn.
(tlirut. It U) |ii>r iln/(*n; flll.fjft \u'T htltirlrrfl.

DAII.I.EDOUZE BBOB.. Fl.illiuth. L I.. N. Y.
I'l.KASi; IlRnlloIl tlic AuivUlCAN I'l.cj-

HfHT every time you write to an advcr-
tiMT In these columns.

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

PE6K & SUTfiERLflND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^s-

67 Bromfield St, BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor tlie GREAT ANTIPEST.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

BORTICDLTDRAL ADCTIONEERS.

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS-
VASES.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTremont St., BOSTON. MASS.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
Clitoiiiimtl, O*

DANL B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

495 Washintiton SI.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

Sllin-IMJ inilUMlM ('AllKITI.l.V ATTKNUEI) TO.

<iTiii:u si>i:<-iArTii;s:

l-'lorlHtN* Siip|illi-H, M'Ire DeNlKtiH. Itilllm,
I.oiik'h l'*liit'lMlH l*lii>l(ii;rtiphH(Ni>nlfirtJc< ii'l.
CftluluifUL-H. IJnU. TuriiiN. t'lo.. uli u)))il1culloii.

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The American Florist.

1097

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 c£ 36 RANDOLPH STREET,
CHIOA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

Telephone Main 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

25 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
!t^5.0U and upwards.

WKITK FOK PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT.

WholesslePlorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS. BTJI.BS AND ALI.

FI.ORISTS' SUFPI.IES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. I.. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Aiient for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

PHONE MAIN 223. CHICAGO.

HEAOQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLKSALE GKOWEKS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

59 WABASH AVENUE.

Second Floor. C«ICA.(iO.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses. Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. C«IC.A.G^O.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
Room 2. CHICAGO.

MONS. OLSEN.

ilouACE K. Hughes.

Olsen & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 47si;.

Consignments Solicited.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE MeFARUNO, Harrlsburg, Pa.

©V^RofeiSafe Marftetii.

Cut Flowers.

NEW York. June 9.

Roses, ordinary varieties 1.00@ 4.00

8ame(perthou8and) 1C.00@j5.00

Beauty 3.00g20.0O

Carnations I 00® 2.00

Harrlsll 8.00®10 OO

Valley 2.00® 4.00

Callas BOO

Sweet peas liO® .75

Mignonette 1.00® 2.00

MarKUerltes 25® .50

Smllax 6.00®10.00

Asparagus 50.00

Adlantum 100

BOSTON. June 9.

Boses. Nlphetos, Gentler 2.00® 3.00

Perle, Sunset 2.00® 4.00

Brlde,Mermet 2.00® 5.00

Jaoqs, Brenner 5.00®15.00

Carnations 1.60® 2.(0

Harrlsll S.UO®10.00

Lily of the valley 4.00® 5 00

MItrnonette, Marpuerltes 1.00

Stcck.astllbe 2.00® 3.00

Sweet peas. 50@ 1.00

Adlantum ^ 1-00

Smllax 12.00®15.00

Asparagus 50.00

PHII-ADELPHIA. June 9.

Roses, Perle, Gontler, Nlphetos 2.00® 3.00

Cusln. Wattevllle, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermel. La France 3.00® 5. OO

Kalserln. Bridesmaid, Testout 5.00® .S.OO

Belle, Beauty 10.00@25.00

•• Jacqs 10.(«1®15.00

Carnations, fancy 2.00® 3.00

'• good ordinary 75® 1.25

Valley.... 3.00® 4.0O

Yellow daisies 4 00

Mignonette ^ _1.00

Asparagus 60.00®iD.OO

Harrlsll lilies 6.00® S. 00

Sweet peas 60® 1.00

Cornflower 50@ .75

Pajonles 4.00® H.OO

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids I.S.OOSIO.OO

Smllax 12.00®15.00

CfflCAGO. June 12
Koses, La France. Bride, Mennet. Wootton 3.0U® .400

Meteor. Bridesmaid 4.00® 5.00

Perle, Gontler, Nlphetos 2.00® 3.00

■' Beauty 12.C0®18.00

Carnations, long 7o@l,00

fancies 2.00® 3.00

Longlflorum 8.00

peonies 3.00® 4.00

Sweet peas 35® .40

i:ardenla LOO® 2.00

Snilhix 15.00®18.00

Adlantum LOO® 1.24

CINCINNATI. June 11.

Roses, Beauty 10.CO®16.00

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 4.00

Nlphetos 4.00

Perle 2.00® 3.0U

Carnations LOO

Alyssum .15

Sweet peas 60® LOO

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Smllax 15.00

Adlantum LOO

Asparagus 50. OC

St, Louis, June 11.

Roses, Perles, Nlphetos, Wootton . 2.00® 3.00

Bride, Mermet, Bridesmaids 3.00® 4.00

Meteors, Jacqs 4.00® 6.0O

La France, Albany, Hoste 2.00® 4.00

Beauty 5.00®15.00

Sweet peas, colored 35® .50

■■ white .75

Coreopsis 50® .75

Carnations, long, 1.00

short .50

Adlantum 1.00

Smllax 16.00®

Ferns, common, per 1000 $1.26

BUFFALO, June 11.

Roses, Beauties 10.00®20.00

MermeL Bride 4.00® 5.00

Meteor 4.00® 5.00

Gontler, Perle, Hoste 3.00® 4.00

Cusln 3.00

UarrlsU, longlflorum 8 00® 10. 00

Carnations, long 1.50

Daybreak. 1.60® 2.00

" short .75

Valley 3.00

Sweet peas 50

I'a-onles 3.00

Smllax 15.00®20.00

Adlantum 1.25

Asparagus 50.00

THE DIRECTORY

IS NOW RtflDY.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164. CHICAGO.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Peas.-_^^^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

Wholesale Florist.

DESIRABLE STOCK FOR

Weddings,

School Graduations

and Commencements.

The product of the most extensive and
successful growers for the New York
market

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERlDflN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. MEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on applicatioa

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESALE « FLORIST.

Careful Shipping: to all parts of the country.
Frioe list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IH

Cut » Flowers.

57 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK.

THEO. HOEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

NEW YORK CITY.

Establighed 1879

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

Mention American Florist.

1098

The American Florist.

[line /^,

^Re geeil Uracje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

W. ATLEE BmPEE. Philadelphia, president; A. L.
Dox, secretary and treasurer. 114 Chamt)er8 street.
New Tork.

The Seedsmen's Convention.

Taken all in all the Toronto convention
was one of the strongest and best attended
in the history of the American Seed Trade I
Association. Over twenty new members !
were admitted during the morning session
Tnesdaj'.

The following were present: President
W. Atlee Burpee and wife, Secretary A. L.
Don, John H. Allan and wife, Henry
Phillips and wife. S. F. Willard, S. W.
Flower, F. GrisK-old, S. E. Briggs, W. H.
Marcon, T. W. Wood, Irwin B. Clark,
Frank Ford, R. C. Steele, H. M. Wall, F.
A. Stecher, J. E. Northrup, C. S. Burge,
E. V. Hallock, S. V. Haines, F. T. Emer-
son, Geo. Crosman, W. W. Rawson,Walt
Simmers, S. M. Pease, F. S. Piatt and
wife, E. M. Parmelee, A. N. Clarke and
wife, E. B. Clarke and wife, W. Lang-
bridge, J. B. Rice and wife, S. D. Wood-
rufir, L. Morrison, C. L. Allen, H. M.
Clair, E. W. Burt, W. H. Grennell, Wm.
Rennie, F. W. Barteldes, H. A. Johns,
R. Engelman, .\. Currie, J. T. Hunting-
ton, E. H. Hunt, Thos. M. Hunter, Col.
W. S. King, Geo. S. Green, Chas X. Page,
M. Fell, C. P. Braslan, J. C. Vaughan, D.
I. Bushnell wile and son, J. Cha=. McCul-
lough wi'e and child, A. J.Brown, W. S.
Hammon.

.\mong new members admitted were
Geo. Keith, William Rennie, E. H. Hunt,
William Eber & Son, Thos. Emerson, S.
H. Downs, Cratz Bros., Morehouse &
Co., Rademaker & Co.

On Tuesday an interesting paper on
"Root crops" was read by S. K. Briggs
of Toronto. It will be published in our
next issue.

On Wednesday, on the invitation of the
Toronto Seed Trade the entire party em-
barked at 11:30 a. m. for a two hours
ride on the lake, returning at 2 p. m. for
luncheon at Webb's. Following this the
City Council gave the party an extended
caiTJage ride through the parks and
beautiful drives of the city.

Thk following party left Chicago
Sunday night, June 10, for Toronto: F.
W. Barteldes, 11. A. Johns, R. Englcmann,
A. Currie. J. T. Huntington, E. H. Hunt,
Thos. M. Hunter, Col. W. S. Km^, Gcu.
S. Green, Chas. N. Page, W. Fell, Chas.
P. Braslan and J.C. Vaughan. On arriv-
ing at Detroit at H a. m. the delegation
breakfasted at the Cadillac, where they
were joined by D. I. Bushnell, wife anil
Bon; J. Chas. McCullough, wife and child;
A. J. Brown, W. S. Hammon of Kansas
Citv,J. .M. Phillips of Toledo. Alter vis-
iting the local secdsm'-n the entire party
left at noon via the Canadian Pacific for
Toronto, arriving there ((JucenB Hotel)
at 9 o'clock Monday nigbt.

T. Lee Adams left last week for a five
weeks trip to California.

The N. B. G. Co. at Chicago have
doubled their floor space for storage.

The new sweet pea Blanche Burpee is
not likely to be placed on the market un-
til 1896.

Alfred I'.mger, of Yokohama, Japan,
passed through the States last week on a
trip to Europe.

Mr. Henrv a. Salzer and Mr. Chas.
P. Braslan expfct to make a trip to Eu-
rope, sailing about July 10.

Mr. John BrcKisEE of Rockford, 111., is
visiting Washington and other eastern
points and will sail from New York for a
European trip the latter part of this
month.

F. Barteldes & Co. have purchased a
controlling interest in the Trumbull,
Strean & Allen Seed Co., Kansas City,
Mo., Messrs. Strean & Allen retiring. It
is reported that the business will be con-
tinued under the name of the Trumbull
Seed Co. Rumors of an export house in
New York in this connection, are floating
in the air.

F. W. Baktkluks & Co., nt Lawrence,
are doubling tlieir storage room, adding
a 3«tory warehouse .'iOxl 10 feet. At one
end of the building will be plated n paiu-l
bearing the liartcldcHciicutcheon.n "L')ng
Green" rampant, with the motto above,
"Put it on the loft." The dole of the ded-
ication hni not yet been fixed, but due
notice will be given.

TllK Onion Skt crops in the vicinity of
Cfmnha ond KansnB City arc looking
fairly well, although the yield will he a
little shortened by the drought.

U. S. Department of Agriculture.

what a constituent NEEDS.

Rather a funny letter was read to the
house yesterday by Representative Pick-
ler of South Dakota, while the agricult-
ural bill was under consideration, says
the Washington Post. Mr. Pickler has a
constituent named James Wells, living at
Britton, S. D., and Mr. Wells, or rather
Mr. Wells' wife, wants somegarden seeds.
So he made his appeal in the following
words:

I would like some seventy-day corn, and if the
new adininistratiou has any new silver seed that
will produce standard silver dollars or even Mexi-
can dollars in about sixty days I would like
some of that. Our land is well adapted to the
raising of silver. We would like something that
would yield 1,000 bushels to the acre and sell for$l
a bushel. We have not fanned much, but are
looking for anything new or profitable. Some of
our frieudssay German carp is a good crop. We
win put in a few acres of carp for a starter if we
can get the seed. Some of our kind friends recom,-
mend ostriches, but they grow so few in a hill
that we will not venture to try them. There is a
small lake near our farm aiicf my wife is anxious
to raise some gondolas. They arc an Italian bird,
I believe The climate here is severe, but she thinks
she could raise them by keeping them near a hard
co^l burner in the winter season. If Mr. Morton
could be prevailed upon to send us a pair of young
ones we would esteem it a great favor. We could
use some cauvas-back duck seed to good advan-
tage. We want to try some hard coal seed this
year, as wc have paid 810 a ton for coal about as
long as wc care to. One of my young sons has a
desire to raise a pair of elephants to break our
laud Willi. Do you think Mr. Morton would lie
willing to send us a couple of elephant eggs to try
the expel inient? Sonic of our advanced thinkers
Hdvist me to raise a crop of plug tobacco. In
selecting seed I wish you would send "Spear
Head.' "'Cliinnx" or "Star." The climate is too
dry for fine rut. It the department has anything
new in jack raiibits I would like a few vines that
would bear the second year.

Do vor WANT a list of firmsinthctrade
that issue catalogues, with key showing
proportion of space given each branch of
the trade in same? You will find such a
list in our trade directory and reference
book for IHOl. Price .$2.00.

2\000 COLEUS. VERSCHAFFELTII and GOLDEN
BEOOER (true) 10.000 COLEUS. iis»i.rl<-.l, in '.i\
vnrieticn, fine phiTit<4. ]>ol grown. rradyji»»w, 8'JO.UO
per 1000. Cauli with ordrr.

C. F. FAIRFIELD, Florist,

si-itiNi.i' ii':i,i>, >l,\ss.

Monllon Amurlcan Klurlil.

Grow swainsona.

The best and most profitable pure white flower
^rown. Takes the place of Roiuan hyacinths or
lily of the valley, producing spikesof flowers from
4 to 6 inches long, in the greatest abundance the
entire j-ear — never out of bloom — lasting well
when cut. 100 Swainsoua will pay you three
times as much as same space in best carnations.
No florist should be without this most useful flower.
After a trial it will be considered indispensable.

EASY TO GROW.

Au exceptionallj' good and paying cut flower.

Strong young plants, $6.00 per 100;

$1.50 per dozen.

Larger ones, $10.00 per 100.

FAUST & BRO..

MERION STATION, P. R. R., PA.

Mention American Florist

ONION
SEED.

CROP 1894.

Prices for New Crop
-made on Application.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 .Saiisome .Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

GYGLBMEN 8EED8,

European strain.

LILIES OF THE VSLLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,
122 E. 23rd Street, NEW YORK.

Please make tis ofler of all kinds of Seeds and

Bulbs, we will sell it for you

Mention Anierlcnn Klorlnt.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSEN & SONS,

Houtvaart-Overveen near Haarlem, Holland.
Growers of Hyacinllis, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. Catalofjue tree on application.
Special prices yiven for larj;e quantities.
B«it:(tl>llMi-ie'<l I^*:*'^.

PRICES LOWER ON

Hirlbs f Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.

For rill iiln^iK', iiililri-HH

C. H. JOOSTEN. IMPORTER,

:i ( oi'iiiii'H slip. M.:\v voKK.

A FEW ORCHIDS ?

liny iirr \<TV ClH'iiii. TIh'V iirn KiiHlly

(Jriiwii. Iliry Sell \Vi>ll.

TIloy alwHvn iittnua ittlrnlluti In MtoriMir KreonlloUHO.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO.,

:i(ll \V. llu.ll»..M SI., II AI.'I'IMUKi:, .Ml>.

Muuttun Amurloan KlorlBt.

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The American Florist.

1099

ATv^iiva^Ei^

With the present low prices of Bulbs and the increasing
desire for flowers among people, a great deal more ought
to be done in the Bulb line.

Ten Bulbs of one variety of Hyacinths or Tulips in a pan
make desirable window decorations and give a big show for
little money. Large quantities of these pans are disposed
of in the Boston and New York markets throughout the
winter and spring.

Fitted into pretty celluloid baskets or other receptacles
and encircled by ribbon of appropriate color, they are great
favorites in New York City as Easter gifts.

In nearly all the largest cities the parks have been
planted with spring Bulbs, this should also be done in private
gardens. Nothing is handsomer on the lawn than a well
arranged bed of Hyacinths, Tulips or Crocus.

It is a favorable opportunity for Florists to drum up a
trade in this line.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

XvISSE>, near Haarlem, HOrvrviV:!^!),

Offer HYACINTHS, TULIPS, DAFFODILS

And all other bulbs for forcing and outdoor, in extra fine quality, at very low rates.

PLEASE ORDER SOON.

ASK FOR OUR 1894 CATALOGUE.

5,0003000

FREESIAS

We will deliver Freesla Bulbs.
&11 charges for transportatton

Buy FIRST HAND.

paki. as follows:

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000. $4.00

1-4 to 5-8 inch per 1000. $3.00

Liberal discount on larfier lots. Send fur our price list.
Order NOW your Japan Bulbs, Longitlorum. Aura-
tums, Kubruras, Albums, «e are Headquarters.
We are the ONLY FIKM In the U. S. who guaran-
tee you SOUND lil'LBS delivered.
Address all communications to

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

(Established 1878.) SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

When yoii write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

SASSENHEIM, HOLLAND,

GROWERS OF

P. VOS & CO..

Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocuses, Narcissus, etc.

WE ARE ABLE TO QUOTE THE LOWEST PRICES FOR WHOLESALE DEALERS.

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

S..^as:SK::iV HE^IAd,

HOiviviVivr*,

GRO^NBRS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale Importers.

THE GREAT ANTIPEST.

For particulars, see next ^veek.

R. W. CARMAN, Gen'l Act..

291 Amity Street, FLUSHINQ, (jpeeDS Co., N. Y.

CSmrTT 4 ^J' nice plants in '-''4 -iuch pots,
l3XTLl.JjA.i^^, $2.00 per 100; {l.^i.OO per 1000.

Transpl.intcd Seedlinfrs. SI per 100; S.'S per 1000.
A few luinilred Roses— Meteor. Perle and Hoste,

.I-inch. readv for a shift, fli 00 per 103.
JOSEPH E. BONSALL. Wholesale Florist. Salem, 0.

1100

The American Florist.

June /^,

St. Louis.

The weather continues to bequite warm
and dry. Outdoor stock of all kinds is
suffering for lack of moisture, this having
been the dryest spring known for several
years. Planting out and the spring plant
trade are about over, and have not
averaged so poorly as was expected. Cut
flowers have held their own during the
week, being in short supply on several
days. The almost universal requestmade
by schools and institutes that flowers be
not presented to graduates has had quite
an effect on trade; one firm in speaking of
the matter estimates the loss to the florists
to amount to $5,000. This feature has
been steadily growing for some years
past; it is to be hoped however that a
change will come in a short while.

The handicap meetings of the Bowling
Club are proving very interesting. At
the last meeting Robert Beyer made the
highest score of the present series, having
26-1- pins to his credit. K. F. T.

A Decision Reversed.

The decision announced on page 1,000
of our issue for May 17 in the case
of Krick vs. Jansen has been reversed
by the U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals for
the second district. In concluding his de-
cision upon the appeal by Mr. Jansen the
court says: "We do not perceive in the
floral letter with the holos, notwithstand-
ing its popularity, a patentable improve-
ment upon the wooden cross or wreath.
This result obviates the necessity of ex-
amining the question of infringement.
The decree of the Circuit Court is re-
versed with costsand thecase is remanded
to that Court with instructions to dis-
miss the bill with costs of the Circuit
Court."

Our buyers will visit 1{oI1miu1. Soutliern France and Heriiiuda during; tlip luoiitli of June,
antt orders jilared with us now will have most oareful personal attention l>y tlieili.

Grafting Extraordinary!

The Boston Globe has found out how it
is done and prints the following descrip-
tion:

L. F. Scaver of North Soraerville, who Ls popu-
larly known as the pansy king, had on exhibition
at the last display in Horticultural hall someex-
quisite double ruffle panbies. Mr. Seaver is the
first man who ever produced these pansies. He
obtained the result by grafiin^ a rose on a pansy
plant and bedding the plant in pulverized char-
coal and blood.

No wonder the pansies had double ruf-
fles. Such a graft should have produced
flowers ruflled, fluted, pleated, and cut
low enough for evening wear.

AMERICAN GROWN
DUTCH BULBS.

I<j ur.i Ju^c my American urown Nar-
cissus tor lorcinK by florists I make
the tollowinj: special offer. Buth^

n-arfy now. Per 100

NARCISSUS CAMPERNELLE. - - $ .75
DAFFODIL RUGILOBUS. • - • 1.50

I would like to corrcHpond with nny oiif
dcnirmiBortfoifiK Intothr miHttUHtiof Krowlnj(
Dutch liuIlM in Attirrlcn. 1 hnvc n utock of
lUU.rjOO. in ID to IKvarirlim.

Ikmth C'arolinn in thr very l»«t •cctlon of
the f . S. for the Krowtn^ of thcue biiUw. I
have Ruo CMtfully 'letnonHlriitrM thii«, nnil
can offer a aplrnclifl o|K-nlnf( to n man with
some capital anrl fatnilianiy with hortlcult*
ural work.

MRS. J. S. R. THOMPSON.

. . . SPARTANBURG, S. C.

I^MPORT ,1;. ROMAN HYACINTHS,

BULB

PRICES.

I

and all Krencti Btilbs.

LILIUM HARRISII

AND_DUTCH BULBS.

:PfO"W^ is the time to order. We are quoting the lowest ratis of the season.
«ir-APPLE GERANIUM SEEDS, new crop, per 100, 25c ; per lOOO $1.25.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

ADVANCE CONTRACTS.

FORCING BULBS.

We cau make most favorable prices uii all kunls of FORCINQ

,. _w.. _.-. BTTIiBS for summer and fall delivery. Our reputation for high

grade stock is well established. Please send us your list to figure on."

WE ABE CLOSING OUT HOW: Tnberoses. Dwarf Pearl orTall Double, at $6.50 per 1000; 75
cents per 100. Gladioli, finest mixed, 810.00 per 1000.

r»I«I».JUXv^V CHI:ivEJjVSIS. Finest fringed varieties.

Trade pkt.

ALRA. white ."iOcts.

KBUMBSINA SPI.ENDENS. carmine 50 cts.

DOUBLE FRINGED VARIETIES, producing
a large percentage of double flowers 50 cts.

Trade pkt.

CHISWICK, red 50 cts.

ALBA MAUNinCA, large pure white ."iOets.

MLYBD, leading colors only 60cts.

W. W. BARNARD & CO.. 10 N. Clark St.. CHICAGO.

DUTCH

of OVIIRVJBEN, HOLLAND,

One of the oldest and most reliable Dutch houses, offer the
1^^ III r^ ^^ best of facilities to American buyers, having a resident Agent
n^ 11 ^—tj^^ '" New York thoroughly posted on this stock and who will
^^ ^^ ^i^» rnake all customers' entries, with quick deliveries in good

order, from New York City. Latest reduced price list sent free.

JOHN W. ELDERING, 78 Barclay Street, NEW YORK.

Orders Booked Now

R ol kerb. Villi c^.i^Iiib
,7 -^:<5iv.o-'Sarittfivcn'i»

for Future Delivery:

Lily of the Valley, forcing- pips;
Roman Hyacinths, Narcissus,
Spiraea, and all forcing- bulbs.
Azalea, Rhododendron,
Rose*, etc., plants. Address

August Rblker&Sons,

'•"'*-'.-r>taii,ri!;'""- New York.

rx ='3r3c =..XJ£3

PLANTS! BULBSIj

I'.\< r> tlilrii' Np[nrr;iIiilM' t.. tin- |<'firm
(iiKl <;iirflrfi of iiif iHHt nii'I cliutcuuC
Quulliy. J'KICKH UMillT.

CntaloKin' on fipiillrntlnn.

WEE BER d. DON.

114. CHAMncns St. New Yomk City.

"XXX.^

L Jl A ^— M.M.X ^X.X.XXJCX'^'

You will benefit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

PITCHER & MANDA,

SHORT HILLS. N. J..

are now prepared to iiuote the Lowest
Import Prices on all kinds of

BULBS FOR FALL PLANTING,

and prospective buyers would do well
to secure their prices before placing
any orders

If you are a buyer of lorcin^ bulbs, send them a
list of the quantities you require for estimate.

UNITED STATES NURSERIES,

^ SHORT HILLS. N. d.

HulSG&osGli Brottiers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs 0 Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

IllUHlnucd wt)oI,-HiiU> ('jttft1iii.'iM<H nn iippili-iUlun,

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

ENOLEWOOD, N. J.

Great Bargains in Calla Bulbs.

DcKirlnK to CI.OSK OUT my liNTlKK STOCK
o( CAI.LA MI, IKS I offer Bulbs, all sizes, VliRV
LOW for August delivery. Send lor jirices.

Will cxclinnKe splcinlid larKf liiillm of Poly-
anlllUH NurclssuK mixed, lor \ii:\ Hr^oilinH.

MRS. THEODOSIA H. SHEPHERD.

VENTURA-BY-THE-SEA, CAL.

I'LHASH mention the Amhkican Flohist
cvt-rv lime you write to an advertisers.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1101

ZIRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been
simply magnificent, this season, and our seed
beds are a siiht to behold. Never before
have we obtained such size and colors, and
as usual, wherever exhibited, have eclipsed
everything else, receiving also the most flat-
tering testimonials from the leading florists
and seedsmen all over tlie country.

We will have new Seed to offer on about
July 1st of our popular strains

THE GIANT MARKET
AND GIANT FANCY

in trade packages of 2000 and 500 seeds
respectively, with practical directions to
sow and grow our pansies.
Also plants for ssle later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL,

. . . NEEDHAM, MASS.

SPECIAL.

For sale in 3-inch pots, well grown,
strong plants, t. o. b. on cars at our
place. No charge for packing.
TERMS: Three months, or 10 per cent, off
for cash in five days. . . .

PAPA GONTIERS, MARIE GUILLOT,
BRIDE. SUNSETS,

LA FRANCE, WOOTTONS,

WABANS, PERLES,

BRUNNERS, MERIHTES,

MAGNA CHARTA.

LA ROCHE & STAHL FLOWER CO.

COI.I.INGDAI.1;. Del. Co , FA.

RIESEN PENSEE

neue ernte tertig mitte Jiinl. Blumen uber S zoU
Im Durchmesser. schone Form.melst helle FarbeD.
7™ unubertreffllcher Qunlltat. lOOU Kom SI. 00:
■woo Kom $1 In Briefmarken odf r Post Anweisung.

Krfiirt. Gormany.

Hardy Water Lilies.

L.VKGK KHIZOMKS.

Per Doz. Per 100

NYMPHjKA Odorala , Jl.UU $7.50

" Glgantea ICO 7.50

Minor 1.00 7.50

" Tuberosa 1,00 7.60

Rosea 2 CO 15.00

GEORGE FARRANT, Salem, N. C.

CELERY PLANTS

WHITE PLUME. GIANT PASCAL. GIANT GOLDEN
HEART and GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING.

Ficldgrown plants, f 1.2.5 per 1000.
The New PINK PLUME, transplanted plants, 83.50
per 1000. Cash with order.
Sample mailed free.

C. M. GROSSMAN, Wolcottville, Ind.

RUBBERS.

Tree grown, three to eight branches, very
fine stock, |;i2.00 to |25.00 per dozen.

PALMS, leading varieties at bottom prices.
J. T. ANTHONY.

2205 Michigan .Vve., ClIHAtiO, ILL.

ERNST I^IEMSCttNeiDeR.Altona.tiamburg

« « ■^°tl-A«iENTS FOR U.S.AMERICA ItCANABA.

When writmg to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the Americ4>
Florist.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSftNTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-

diate delivery. JOHN N. MAY, Summit, New Jersey.

RARE SEEDS, BULBS, PLANTS

AND CACTI.

NEW MAMMOTH PERFECTION COSMOS,

"Erlinda" (white); Roseta (pink), both sorts

mi.\ed.
NEW GIANT CALLIOPSIS "Golden Glory."
NEW IPOMCEA Heavenly Blue.
HYBRID BEGONIA SEED.
SMILAX. FRENCH CANNA.
NEW TOM THUMB NASTURTIUMS.
MAMMOTH VERBENA (pink, white and red

only).
FINE HYBRID CACTUS SEED.
CACTUS Night-bloomers and choice Hybrids

(also Cuttings).
CUTTINGS of all classes of GERANIUMS in

large quantities.
Contracts taken for Fall Delivery. Send for trade list.

MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD,

VENTUaA-BY-THE-SEA, CAL.

PLANTS.

Per 100

FUCBSIA, good nSBOrtment $2.00

COl^BUS. ■■ l..io

PANSIES. Xo.l. ■• 1.50

GEKANIU.MS. Bedilins. Bronze. Ivy. Silver leaf. 3. 00

ALTEUNANTIIEHAS. assorted 2,0U

BEGONIAS, good assortment 3.00

HIBISCUS. •■ 4.00

FANCY-LEAF CALADIDM. named 8.00

S.MILA.X (cut). 5 feet long 15.00

ROBT. S.

Box flu.

BROWN & SONS.
KANSA.S CITY, M<

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you for 10 cts.
Price per 100, 75 cts.; $6.00 per lOOO,
cash with the order. First lot are all
sold; ne.xt lot ready July 1st.
ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

Herr'3 Pansies are THE Panales. See adv. later on.

The Water Garden.

Special and Hardy Water Lilies of all colors.
VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDl, EURYALE FEROX.

NeUimblumB In variety. Hardy Ornamental plants,
sub-aguaiic plants, etc.. etc, Nymph^a Laydekerl
rosea (awarded a Me<lal at World's Fair); most charm-
ing of all the HAunv Lilies: S>"2 oil each.

Other Ooluniblan Novelties see catalof<ue.

WM. TRICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J.
V>/\iNl^/\0« Pot Plants

ROBUSTA, fine for foliage @ tl cents

MME. CROZV 3 ilcents

PAUL MARQUANT @10 cents

ALPeONSE BOUVIER ®15cent8

Horticultural Establishment. SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

Plants from last fall; these have a foundation and
will begin to run strong at once. $2. 50 per 100;
$20.00 per 1000.

CLEMATIS for Fall Delivery.

Special prices at wholesale, on application.
Splendi(l stock and assortment.

F. A BALLER, Bloomin^on. 111.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

Write for list ;ind prices. Prices to suit the times.
STKO.NG SMII.AX. from ".'Ji-lnch pots, J3. 00 per

luu; $25,111 per 10*.
PANSIES, from cold frame. «5.00 per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, FIshklll, N. Y.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

"HELEN KELLER"

The new Carnation: pure white, deli-
cately marked with red.

Price for well Rooted Cuttings:

K.OO per dozen; HS.OO per 100; K!5 00 per 250;
fOO.UO per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate. Orders may
be sent either to

JOHN N. Mfly,
Summit, X. .T.

EDWIN LONSDALE,
Chestnut llill.Phila.

NEW CARNATIONS

Ready to ship at once from tints ami pots.

2000 Uncle John *1U (JJ per lUO; STn.uu per 1000

2500 The Stuart 10 00 per 100; 75.00 per 1000

700 Diaz Alb?rtlnl «.OOperlOO.

2000 \Vm. Scott SOOperlUO: 40 00 per 1000

200 MA.JOR BONNAFFON CHRYSANTHEMUMS,
$5.00 per dozen; J35.00 per 100.

FRED. DORNER & SON,

_LAFAYETTE, IND.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the
fill ^

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co., PA.

Mention American Florist

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

'«^ JACQUEMINOT

. . C5A.I«I«CA.TIO:iV

is endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at slpht,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
MO KK s.V.'M PLES— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per dozen. $2.00: per 100. $10.00; per 1000.
$80.00. 250 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLIS, Norfolk Co., MASS.

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations I Glirysantlieniums.

ST.VNDARD VAlilHTIKS.
MARIE LOUISE VIOLET RUNNERS.
SMILAX, 2Vlnch pots.

Satisfaction and prompt shipment puaranteed.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING,
Elmwood Ave. &5Sth St., I'HIL.V., I'.A.

iRoemer's Superb Prize Pansies. |
The finest strain of Pansies In the World, I

Introducer and Grower of all the leading f
, Novelties. j

4 Catalotrue free on application. 4

\ FRED ROEMER, SEED GROWER, ♦
I yUEDLINHUKG. GKKMAN\. I

SE^E>I>. . . .

THE .JENNINGS STRAIN OF LARGE
FLOWERING .4ND FANCY PANSIES.

New Crop Seed ready June 2l.t. - -

. . . FINER THAN EVER.

E. B. JENNINGS, "i>AN»Y''GRo\vER

L.B.2W. SOI TUl'OKT. CONN.

Carnations a Specialty

Hooted CuttlnfcTs and Vuiint-' Plaiite eoid out.
Nice t^eld-Grown rinnts In Sept. Send lor prices.

GEO. HANCOCK & SON. Grand Haven. Mich.

1102

The American Florist.

June /^,

Cincinnati.

The florist cannot complain of slow bus-
iness this week, as every thing in the shape
of flowers has sold we'll. The wholesale
houses have not been able to fill orders,
and the retail trade has been booming.
Wedding decorations and funeral work
seem to have the lead. Fred Walz had a
nice decoration at the Grand Hotel on ac-
count of the state meeting of druggists.
Julius Baer has several nice wedding or-
ders. Chas. J. Jones, Jr., reports a good
trade at both of his establishments, hav-
ing recently built a greenhouse and store
on East Walnut Hills; he also has quite a
trade in bedding plants. B. J. Glins of
Cumminsville, who has sis houses 16 by
60 feet, reports a splendid trade in miscel-
laneous stock. Decoration Day took all
the blooms that were in sight.

W'e have one firm here who makes a
specialty of forcing lily of the valley, and
exhibit* untold energy to fill orders. One
day this week, having a large order for
valley and getting a little nervous regard-
ing getting same in, they adopted this
plan; Setting the boxes containing the
pips on the steam pipes Ben lighted two
coal oil lamps and put under said boxes,
then he placed two chairs with a board
on same, and we will say a rock under his
head for a pillow. On this contrived bed
Ben stretched out and with warm water
sprayed the valley all night. He filled his
orders. Should any person disbelievethis
story he can address Ben George of the
firm'of Magree & George, College Hill,0.
We also have quite a number of the
boys who like a horse race quite as well
as a flower, and most any afternoon you
can see them going or coming from the
Latonia racecourse; "ofcourse they would
not bet on the races."

Our flower market is a grand success;
most any Saturday afternoon it looks like
a flower show. Inside this market are
thirty-nine stands stationary, and space
for ten or twelve through the middle. At
present there are forty-three florists occu-
pying space in said market. They pay an
annual rental of from twenty to forty
dollars per stand. This money goes to
paying the superintendent's salary, and
other necessary expenses. The superin-
tendent is in uniform, and with police
authority, so the boys keep pretty
straight.

The appraisers in the Critchell assign-
ment have finished their work, and it is
to be hoped that Mr. Critchell will be on
bis feet again in a short time.

Visitors in the city this an-l last week
were as follows: E. G. Hill of Richmond,
Ind.; lohn Bcrtcrmann of Indianapolis;
John Lodder of Hamilton, O.; Fred Wellz
of Wilmington, O., and J. H. Bowei s,
Hillsboro, O. All these gentlemen have
good reports to ofler for the year's busi-
ness now ending.

Quite a numlx-r of florists from Cincin-
nati will attend the raeetingofthc S. A. F.
at Atlantic City. We already have very
%ooA rates oflcrcd, and should liketo hear
from any brother florist in our territory.

GHRYSflNTHEMUMS

One Hundred Rooted Cuttings for $1.00.

Twcniy «lx tlioicc kiiwlB. iticlu'liiiK onr r.icli

NIVEUS. GOLDFN WEDDING ROBT MclNNIS.
BALSLEY. WANAMAKER. TUXEDO. IVORr.
C. F MOSEMAN, aud maijy olli-r Dcw v.ni.

tlca, Canh with urdcr.

■JOHN .1. AKNOI.n, hlortat. Iloiiinr, N. V.

Always mention the AMERCAN FLO-
RIST when writing to advertisers.

Strong plants, last season's sowing, will begin to run at once. From 3-inch
pots 75 cts. per dozen; $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000.

CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS.

3 1-2 inch pots, 75 cts. per dozen; $6.00 per 100.

LATANIA BORBONICA.

6-inch pots, strong, $9.00 per dozen.

NATHAN SMITH & SON,

o ^

0

I

i

N

0

•

%

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for shipment from July to September,

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum. ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Iris Kaempleri. in 100 choice varieties,

Japanese Maples, in best varieties.

Camellias, Pceonies, Tree Ferns. Raphis. C^cas
Revoluta, superb growing: plants with fine foliage
from 2o cents to $5 each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

New Catalogue (No. 4)
containing over 1.000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use,
Mich as envelopes, letter
heads, l)ill-hcads, cards,
advcrs., floral designs, etc.,
.it from .lOc. and upwards.
■rice of Catalogue '2Ii cts.
ulcducted froinjl order).

A. BLANC,

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

GflTflUOGUE, PRINTING.
tLEGTROTyPING.

iJone with expert aliility for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFarland Co.

. . . IIAKKINIUIKO. VA

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wnoiesaiBFiorisis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Slebrecht&Wadley,

JJC^r Elll NURSERIES,

NEW ROGHELLE, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American Florist.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliaae & Flowering Plants.

A grand seloctlon for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlniniock will be plenscd to Interview
buverB or reply to any commumcntlon addressed to
him at 205 Creenwicli St., New York City.

TRv DREER'S
GflRDtN Seeds,

Plants. Bulbs & Requisitet.

They are the beat at the
lowest prices. Trade List is-
sued quarterly, mailed free
to the trade only.

HKNKY A. DBEEB,
PlilladelplilA, Fa.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address Q^oRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

Tuberous Begonias.

(illlKI'INS S'I'KAIN.
Medal awarded World's Fair.

Wt-nrc tii'iiil<|iiaru^r» for tho
tihnvf. the tllu-rtt Hiriitti In the
w»,rlil. Hi'tiil tnr lilUHtrut«d

rliwrlptlvc I'nliilofiii' with ccipvilulil I'lmnivlniiB. It

tells y<iiiiiiiui«iM( iiR'iii.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. GriHIn. Mgr.

Wi^slbury Station, L. I., N. Y.

I>t^A.IVTa*. Per 100

Fuchsias, l)est varli'tles, nliw, l'^l■lMCh pol« B.OO

;i-lncli i)(>t« 3.00

<«umnluiliH. Hn )ri7.<v ntr-c plantM 2. BO

.Mine hiilliTcil, nil'!' plant" *'"0

ilciiil.l.' iiii.l hlnnlc-.-.'iulnoh |ioU 2.W

lluuonlns. ml veil, mniiv viirli-llc'ii. ■.'l-ilncli pots... 3.00

Altvrnnnttiera numi iiuiiii, hl<w;ky plants l.oO

I*, nntjor, Hlcicky ptuntH «.0U

Address N. 8. GRIFFITH.

IndependoDce, Juckaon Co., Mo.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1103

DWARF
FRENCH
CAN N AS

We offer an immense stock of strong, well estab-
lished plants from 4-inch pots, which will make a
display at once. All have been well hardened off
in open frames, and must not be confounded with
dormant eyes or freshly divided plants out of
benches.

We list here only the principal varieties, of
which we have a large supply. For a general list
refer to our Spring Trade List, which describes
over seventy-five varieties including all the desir-
able novelties of the season.

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 8.00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Explorateur Crampbel 12.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) 10.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15.00

Secretary Stewart 10 00

Antoine Crozy 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardy 8.00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess deMontenard 10.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 8.00

Edward Michel 10.00

Geoffroy St. Hilaire 8.00

J. Thomayer 15.00

Miss Sarah Hill 10.00

Mr. Cleveland 10 00

Mile. Liabaud 8.00

Nelly Bowden. 6.00

Princess Lusignani 10.00

Statuaire Fulconis S.OO

Ventura 8 00

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

L. E. Bally 15.00

Francois Corbin S.OO

Mr. Lefebvre 8.00

Mile, de Cruillon 10.00

President Hardy 10.00

Pierette de Biorlet 8.00

Isaac Casati 8.00

Due de Montenard 10.00

Segionaire 8.00

Sophie Buchner 25 00

Emile Leclerc 6 00

We will furnish one each of the above varieties.
46 plants for 8,5.00, or if this set contains duplicates
of any varieties you have in stock we will omit any
that you may specify and add other choice varie-
ties in their place.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

PRIMROSE SEED

PUT UP SPECIALLY FOK FLOKISTS.

FIFTEEN SORTS.

Larsre flower.s. frinKetl: brilliant colors.
P. ice per packet of 400 seeds, Klil.OO.

HENRY S. RUPP & SONS, Shiremanstown, PA,

TO

B ACCO P'^'' ^^ "'^ ^^' -5 lbs $1.0J;
"nTT^T 5'"bs«1.50;1001bsS2..50.

'ftS^'Sample Free.

Vaughan's Seed Store, ^^ Chicago.

CELERY

PLANTS, 81.75 per lOOO.

.strong, well rooted and
stock.v.
Address CELERY PLANT CO., Kalamazoo, Mich.

(Shekwood Hall Nuesery Co.)

No. 427-9 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

HEADQfARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Native Bulbs. I 11 V Rill RC

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

^fr?T ftTTfw;

0,UUU riL 1 Llinnn l nLlVn Paronychloides Major, brightest red.

$2 oo per loo; $18.00 per 1000.

40,000 ROSES.

OUR CHOICE SELECTED STOCK.
READY FOR IMMEDIATE PLANTING.
Grown in 3-inch and 4-inch pots. Send for prices.

ROOTED CUTT1N68

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express. .$4 .00 perlOOO
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by
mail 50c per 100

CASH WITH ORDER.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY,

OHIO.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000

Unsurpassed Mammotlis. 2Vlncli pots Si. 00 $25. OU

General collection. named.L*' 4-Inch pots. .. 2.50 22.00
Greranluma, double ami single, o^-ln. pots 8.00

Send for price list of Carnations. Chrysanthemums
and other florist stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

Mention American Florist.

OUR BARGAIN LIST.

Mixed Roses, pood vars.. 8
tu 14 Inches high, from 2-ln.
pots, to close at once. fl.tO per lUO.

Polyanthus. ;Hnch pot plants ?2.00perlO(i

Geraniums, best varieties 2.U0 per lUi)

Coleus. " " 2.00 per 100

Alternuntherii. best varieties 2.00 per lUO

Our "Hani Times ' Col lections of Palms are winners.
We (Jive IT. ;i and 4-in. for $a. and y-J for $5 cash. These
Include the best kln<ls Latanlas. Kentlas. etc. With
every order mentioning A^i. Fluuist we will give 5
large Tritouia uvaria, Free. Order at once.
AVILI.IAMS & SONS CO., Batavla. IU.»
Manufacturers of Batavia Labels.

Water Plants.

Eichhornia Azurea (New Blue Water Hyacinth)

each 20c; dozen SI.T.5. '

Eichhornia (Pontederia) Crassipes Major (Water

Hyacinth), $2.00 per 100, prepaid, or |8.00 per

lOOD, not prepaid.

„ . . . „ . Each Doz.

Nelumbium Speciosum 8 .40 85.00

Nymphaea Devoniensis 50 5.00

Flava 20 2,00

Odorata 10 1.00

■■ Gigantea 20

" Zanzibarensis Azurea, in

bloom 40

Rosea, in bloom 40

Dentata. . . ... .50

Pistia Stratiotes or Water Lettuce

Myriophyllum Proserpinacoides or

Parrot's Feather. ....

Sarracenia Variolaris. .... .10

Limnocharis Humboldtii (Water
Poppy) . . .10

Small plants of N. Zanzibarensis and H. Dentata.
10c each, or seeds 10c per large packet, or 82.00 per
ounce, not prepaid.

Nephrolepis Exaltata (Sword Fern), selected plants
from open ground, 812.00 per 1000, or 82.00 per 100,
delivered.

BRAND & WIGHERS.

SAN ANTONIO, FLORIDA.

ilentlon American Florist.

i.OO

3.50
3.50
4.00
.15

.15

.50

.60

PerI(X)
825.00

8.00
6.00
12.00

25 00
2.5.00
30.00
1.00

1.00
3.00

4.00

Best German Strain. New Seed.

Cyclamen Giganteum, dark red .

pink Rosa Marienthal

'* " white with red

" " best white . . .

" " mixed all colors

" " mixed all colors 75c 100 seed.

Cash with order. AUQUST BECKER,

I'. O. Box 410. Lexington, Ky.

IIXX) seed
84.75
4.75
4.75
5.50
4.50

1004

The American Florist.

June 14^

Cleveland.

Among some of the choice decorations
done this spring mention might be made
of an elegant dinner at an uptown resi-
dence. The table was very large, being
some thirty feet long and oval. In the
center was placed a round basket of pink
paeonies and marguerites, radiating from
which were garlands of pink roses and
marguerites, oval in shape and extending
the full length of the table. These gar-
lands were tied at either side with wide
bows of pink ribbons. The eflfect of the
whole was beautiful and chaste in the ex-
treme.

At the wedding of MissCady thechurch
and Stillman hotel were elaborately dec-
orated. The bridal party received in a
floral bower composed principally of
roses. The dining room was decorated
with Wattcvillc roses, there being a large
center piece of this rose, and small cres-
cents of the same strewn carelessly over
the cloth.

One of the odd and beautiful) ?) designs
lately called for was a pugilistic arm in a
striking attitude. This was of gigantic
size. It was made of Daybreak carnations,
and rested on a bed of ferns— it was used
for the dinner of an athletic club.

Mrs. Hanna of Lake avenue gave a re-
ception this week, at which the floral dec-
orations were on a lavish scale. The
house throughout was decorated with
palms, roses and orchids. There were
some superb Beauties with five foot stems
arranged carelessly in vases. On thelawn
was a large lent used for refreshments,
filled with small tables, on each of which
was placed a vase of mountain laurel.
The poles, cordage, etc., were festooned
with laurel and wild flowers. About four
hundred pink and white pa;onies were
used; these are now in their prime.

It was conceded to be the finest decora-
tion seen about here in years, and society
was loud in its praises. In one room the
walls were festooned with wistaria, and
in another the common yellow rose so of-
ten seen in old fashioned gardens was ar-
ranged in a careless band around the
walls, which had the desired effect of a
natural border of roses. In anotherroom
Marechal Niels were used for ffstooning
and running up over the curtains; this
was a most beautiful and graceful ar-
rangement and quite a number of the
guests at first thought the plant was
growing there naturally. This was at-
tained by cutting down whole plants of
Marechal .NicI which were in full bloom
at the time.

Children's day in the churches was gen-
erally observed, and all the larger
churches were decorated with palms and
loose flowers. At the old Stone church
each child was given a chrysanthemum
plant with printed instructions how to
grow it.

The voice of the sweet girl graduate is
heard in the land, and the heart of the
florist is warming up to his ohitimc glad-
ness. Business has improved consider-
ably of late, but it will be of short dura-
tion, as we consider the season over by
the 20lh of this month.

IJ. Charlesworth has the contract to do
some fancy Itcdding in the jiublic square;
he is putting in 8f)mc 0. A. k.dcHigns.etc,
around the S jldiers Monument. Wc
doubt the wisdom of this move, for the
conditions arc anything but favorable
for plant lifcthcrc.bcingcntircly toomuch
smoke and gas in the heart of the city for
any kind of vegetation. Ivvcn the trees
lose their beauty by the middle ol July.

L. I-. O.

Dimensions oftMsBoi:

26 Inches long by 18 Inches wide

and 12 tncbea high.

Two sectlonji.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

lanufacturc THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

Sizes 1^^-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100.
fastener with each letter.

Patent

cTlils wooden box nicely stained aud varnished, I8x30xl2»
made iu two sections, cue for each size letter, given away with first order of 600 letters.

A. Kolker & Sons, New York.

Marschuetz & Co., 35 N. 4th St., Phila., Pa.

F. K. McAllister, 32 Dey St., New \ork.

A. D. Perry & Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,

New York.
A. Herrmau. 415 E. 34th St., New Y'ork.
Krnst Kaulmann & Co., 113 N. 4th St., PhUa.
H. l5aycrsdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for

Canada.
E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, 111.
Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Mason St *

Milwaukee, Wis.
H. Sunderhruch, 4th aud Walnut Sts., Cin-
cinnati, <>.
T. W. Wood & Sons, 6th and Marshall Sts.,

Kiohmniid, Va.
Jfts. Aick's Sous, Kochester, N. Y.
C. A. Kuelin, 1133 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
1>. 15. Long, Bullalo, New Y'ork.
C. P. Huntington & Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
Z. l>e Forest Ely & Co., 1034 Alarket St.,

PIiiladelphiH, Pa.
Portland Seed Co., 171 3d St., Portland^ Ore.
A. llernmu, 415 E. 34th St., New York.
Geo. A.Sutherland, *>7 Kromheldst., Boston.
Weloli Bros., No. lA Beacon St., Boston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Mnsic Hall Place,

Boston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

OUR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $4.00 per 100.

N. P. McCarthy,

Treas. & Mangr.

Address 13 Green St..
Boston, Mass.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

We t-ave a new FASTENER which we coneider
a decided Buccess. Any customers huviDd old style
fasteners which they wish to exchantfe. can do so
without additional cost by wrltinR us.

These Letters nre handled by

Fresh and Handsome are the

GflPE FLOWERS

We have just Received.

Nothing finer has ever been on the market.

We <>Her extra sclfct^'d, very larcrt' and

haiKlKome, per ll>. «1.0 : l(Vll>s. «8.n0

No. 1 iiimlity per lb. 7r,c: 10 ll>s. !«(i.50

Small Flowers, perfectly white aiul

(food peril). r,Or: 10 Ilm. l»l..->0

FOR CASK LOTS, special prices on nppllcntlon.

ALL SUPPLIES FOR

WEDDING tGOMMENCEMENT

DECORATIONS

In full stock and rich assortment, and our facili-
ties are such that we can supply you

promptly and satisfactorily.
SKNU IN VOl'K JINK 4>KI>KKS.

H. BflyE>RSDORFER & GO.,

56 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA,
I*" wiioi.FsAi.F <»^i,^. . . .

THE DIRECTORY

• • FOR 1894 • ■

Is Now Ready.

PRICE S2.00.
American Florist Co.

When wriliiiR to any of the adver-
tisers on this pajje please mention the
American Florist.

MflRSGfiUETZ & GO.,

Florists' SUDDli6S,

23 & 25 N. 4th St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Send for Catalogiie._^_^^^^BBk.

MEDAL SWARDED, ^it'^

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North 4tli Street,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

WHITE DOVES

FOR rLOR/STS,

LiirKCst and tlnost stock In the ITnltOd
StJit<.'B. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL,

850 Montgomery St.. Jersey City, N. J,

l>o nut he ilei'i'l\e<l l>y liirerliii' Ola/ler

I'ollltH, Itllt |1H4> OIllV ....

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

:\liiniifuel iir4<<l l»y tlM«

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
iti;i,i,i:\ ii.i.i:, n. .i.

4)Sebire^& soais

^^""f^L cw* ^'^i <>«' N-

Til 1(1161" " 51111 »M»ii >•< US *«i«ic<

I""- C.C.ABEl.aCO.P.O,Box920,NtwYo»H. '"

Mention Anierlcnn Klorinl.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1105

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST 1

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, wltli a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have got just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure' " for
about half the cost of the old style. 3end for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMOPy, Evansviile, Ind.
Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse % Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHTCAGO.

Boilers made of the best of matertal. shell, firebox
heeta and heads of steel, water space all around
front. Bides and back). Write for Infonuatlon.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

• CYPRESS •

dreenlioiise Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Evans' Improved GHflLLENGE
VenlJIalinQ Apparatus.

Write for Illustrated Catalogue.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS, Richmond. Ind.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the I
American Florist. I

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

tW Flans and estimates fumighed on application.

Front vieTV of a portion of our exhibit at tlie "World's Fair.
SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE, ...

LORD &, BURNHAM CO., Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

A RE YOU interested in the best modern
-^^ system of heating your Greenhouse. If
so write to us for Catalogues. We make a
specialty of greenhouse heating.

18 TYPES.

174 SIZES.

FOR STEAM AND HOT WATER.

ADAPTED TO ALL KINDS OF FUEL.

^mer/can ^oi'/er Company

"ADVANCE" (Trade Mark.) BOSTON: NEW YORK: CHICAGO: PORTLAN D, ORE.
For Hot Water. 195 Ft. Hill Sqr. 94 Centre St. 84 Lake St. 127 Sixth St.

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate ol Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
worlcing and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no cliains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A

new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

EJ. Hir»I»A.ier>, 'Vot;»a:xg:sto-wi3., Olxlo.

ESTABLISHED

18 66.

I

MANUFACTURED

N. 5TEFFEHS

335 EAST ZW ST. NEW YORK.

Send, orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gutter np.

Correspondence solicited. Estimates cheerfully
fumlBhed.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE. PA.

PATENTC

I Trade-Marks, Copyrights. Etc. ^^ ■

I GHflNDLEE & MflGflULEy,Vl/

Atlantic Building, WASHINGTON, D. C.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

3-MANZ

&^COMPANY--

>QAVlNO Al MALF-TONf. PROCCS5
MIM. w; # « VI VX pnot,tss ■

T MI^U ^' tH:CT»OT>P1N(> .-

WOOD tN&QAVlN

183 MONR.OE 5TRECT
■ ■CHICAGO

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW.
I JOHN G. ESLER, Sec'y, F. H. A., Saddle River, N. J

HAIL

1106

The American Florist.

June 14^

Montreal.

The Executive Committee of the Gar-
deners and Florists' Club are hard at
work upon the prize list for the chrys-
anthemum exhibition. This year we are
intending to try something entirely dif-
ferent by issuing the premium list in neat
book form and introducing a few short
but practical essays upon the general cul-
ture of roses, carnations, chrysanthe-
mums, house culture of palms, house cul-
ture of bulbs and the like. This should
prove of great interest to the amateur
and will be a considerable improvement
upon the old form. This will also prove
a good medium for advertising; it is pro-
posed to place certain portions of space
at the disposal of those who mav see fit
to take advantage of it. These it is in-
tended to distribute all around the lead-
ing horticultural centers on the continent.
As our whole list is this yearthrown open
to all comers we hope to have keen com-
petition from across the line as well as
from our sister province. Lots of mums
are being grown again this year and we
hope lor a far larger show than was ever
brought together before.

For our picnic trip this year we are
again to take a sail up the nver to Sher-
ringham park and expect to have a right
good time of it. H. Stocking.

Do you WANT Mr. Scott's seasonable
hints for the year in book form, so that
}-on can refer readily to his suggestions
for any week in the year? You will find
them in this form in our trade directory
and reference book for 1894. Price $2.00.

■rery florist, miirkfl KHixIener. ownerof lawn.LfnisN-
plal or flowcr-be<l. In fact everyone who hii« a miicet
and hoflc Rhould have the Kinney rump ipntcnt iip-

filled fori for npplylni; llqillrl mitniire. fnnKlclileH and
tuectleldfn Ut plantit. Keed your plantM. fertilize your
lawnN by usitii; lloulrl manure. The t--heape(*t. Hlmpleiit
and m'ml w;lentl(lc npraytnt; pump In use. Sent \tTti-
paldforrjrtfj ftpraylnif vnlve attachment fiOc. rump
oumplett-' nUO Strnd for clrculnr. Addrena

HOSE CONNECTION CO.. Kingston, Rhode Island,
(miy ■-'.< KlnimUms In the I' H. (;ot tlientatentralKlit.

•"rhey an? a ko*hI thintf-" "A very vahuihlo laU^r
•avlnv device ■ W. .N. Ull)l>. Secy .Mt. (ireenwood
Cemetery Aiu*«> . III.

"The m'Mt valuahio latx>r aavlPK Invention I over
ttaed ' K Wki.k. It'>iillndale. .Miuin

:, ECONOMICAL

Water
■/■ Heaters

F.,, (.HEENHOIJSES.
^ -in. I |..r.Hlji|..iiiie Ut

JOHN DICK, Jr.,

■i<)« DIh "1 .

Philadelphia. Pa.

L,AWI« VA.«I3JW.
y>iT caah with order.

Kil'' 11 IJUeacli

With II Inch li«»« I.W) •■

■3)rrt \Ul ■■

With 12-lnrh tmae i.Z'i "

Wnte for iirice lint of !'tanrtnr<l Kh.wer
I'oU. etc TlH' iM-Mt VBM' In Ihfmurket for
the money Tin.- |,,we„t prlc* f<,r pot*,.

HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY.
Fort K)l«VBr<l, N. V.

AIOIXT Hol.KKri A SoM). AKonU.
lanmua as Wnt 24111 .Mtnwt. .New Vork riiy

M«nUon American Klorlat.

ff

TrootaPyfldino

Richmond, Inh., May liS. 1S9I.
I.OCKLAND LUMBER CO..

Gf»t/rnirn:—\Ve have fiiteeii large houses ou our place built from
[he Cypress material furnished by your firm, aud we are pleased to
write you that we have found them satisfactory in every way. We
shall be glad to refer florists contemplating building to you.

Yours truly, E,. G. HILI, & CO.

GUTTER M^TERmL, RmGES, SflSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CTFKESS used.

For rirouhirH and estimates AI>DKKSS

U06KLI1ND LUMBER GO,

JL,oc»li:ltiiacl, O.

«4

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., JLong; Island City, T,. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the fimiofSipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co.. which will be under the management of William nopflTel
and Conrad Brcitschwertn, The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the gTOwing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with uu.surpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flowerpots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE, N.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

:^i:,"v^i«®oiv, sMi5ie"wooi:> «» :b.a.rjkgr.

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottery, new Machlnory, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pot
In the market. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER, Manager. lC«»«t JBrooltlPlelc I, JVlAMM.

GREEN-HOUSE

IllvATI\(;,

myi-:ks&co.

1018 & 1520 S. 9th St..
PHILADELPHIA.
SL'Md f(ir catnloKUu
and prleu lint.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY,

74 & 76 Myrllo Hvk.. Brooklyn, N.Y.
«,>-Scn<l for CnlQloifiie.

i8g4'

The American Florist.

1107

ESTABLISHED 1854.

Devine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-iuch pipe.
Send for New I,ist.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST.,
WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

• • • CHIOA.GJO.

TO
TAKE
PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

HOT

AIR
PUMPING
ENGINES

A Windmill

Is unreliable because it di
penda upon the element
for irs power ; hydrauli
rams also depend upon fa^
orableconditions and wasti
as much water as they sc
cure. Steam pumps requir'
skill and hand pumps de-
mand labor and time. Tbi

DE LAMATER-RiDER OR
DE LAMATER-ERICSSON

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of well. They are
simple, safe and reliable,
require no steam and have
no valves. They require
very little heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.
Send/or illustrated catalogue to

Thedelama'eri on works,

87 South Fitth Av.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GASSEK'S PATENT ZINC JOINTS for but-
tluR glass makes greenhouses air iind watertight; also
prevents sliding and breakage from frost. Does not
cost as much to heat a house glazed with the joints,
thereby s:ivlng enough In fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of elating- The leading florlsta of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and price list.

J, M. GASSER, Florist,

Euclid Aveuuo, (^LEVELANO, O.

THE CHAMPION

flotomailG Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
beet machine In the market. IXtn't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated descriptive
circular, which will be sent you free, Klvlng prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and suter.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which -we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot- Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WRITE FOK ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

Natural GM Mffi GlM-

FOR GREENHOUSES.

D. H. ROBERTS,

159 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, P^E^A^V 'VOI^IC,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FOR ROSE HOUSES. CONSERVATORIES, ETC., ETC.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

floniculiurai flrcnitects and Hot Water Enoineers

Send for Catalogue, enclosijig 4 cents in stamps.

^9o, 2-i-* Oana.1 St., JVEJW 'STOieK: OIT'X'.

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FOR 1894
IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.
AM. FLORIST CO.

Address,
Box 114.

<iv« ■kC«

■WOI>H',

SPRINGFIELD,

OUi«

SASH LIFTEE AND BEES

will do the work and cost you less than any other.

Send your name and address and we will

mail you description and price.

BAY STATE HARDWARE CO.
an Freeport Street BOSTON, MASS.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

^A^hat does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Seedsmen.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents lor

Bnell's Hydraulic System of using Oil for fuel

purposes. No odor, and J^ to J^ cheaper than coal.

509 Madison Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.

tWSend for Circular. . . .

which is absolutely perfect for modem
greenhouse con.strufti<»i».

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES.

Send for EstlmatCB. Satlsf.-ictlon (Juaranteed

REED GLASS CO..

65 Warren Street, and 46, 48 & 50 College Place,
NEW lOKK CITV.

1008

The American Florist.

June /^,

Index to Advertisers.

Abel CC4 Co.. ..1101 UW

AdT. rates, etc 1(»;

American Boiler Co.. .1105

Anthon.v JT llW 1101

Arnold Jno J 1102

BallerK A 1101

Barnard WW* C0...IUIO
Bavcrsdorfor U & Co. 1101

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CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JUNE 21, 1894.

No. 316

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CONTENTS

Chrysanthemums— Exhibitions 1109

—Notes 1109

Orchids— Notes . . . . . . lUO

— Ccelogyne cristata (illus.) ..... . 1110

Carnations — Notes 1110

— Carnations in pots .... 1111

Marketing pa^onies (illus.) . . . . . 1112

Packing plants for shipment 1112

Cucumber anthracnosc 1113

Seasonable hints . 1114

A travelling greenhouse (illus.) 1114

Chicago .1115

New York UKi

Philadelphia 1116

Boston 1117

Baltimore 1117

St. Louis ... 1117

Toronto 1117

Cincinnati 1118

St. Paul, Minn 111«

Buffalo 1118

Obituary— Louis Guerineau 1118

News Notes lU'J

Prevention of bench boards rotting 1120

The seed trade 1122

St. Joseph, Mo 1121

Coke dust for propagating ... 1124

Lenox, Mass ... 1126

Worcester, Mass. ... 1128

San Francisco 1128

Pittsburg, Pa 1130

Chillicothe, Mo. — We are to have a
chrysanthemum show this fall. It will be
j;iven by the ladies of the Presbyterian
Church. They have secured a lengthy
list of special premiums from the local
merchants that ought to draw out some
good competition.

Coming Exhibitions.

Boston, .June 20-21. Rose and strawberry exhibi-
tion Mass. Hort. Society.
liosTON, Sept. 5-6. Annual exhibition of plants

and flowers Mass. Hort. Society.
Chicago, Nov. 3-9. Chrvsanthenium show Hort.

Society of Chicago.' W. C. Egan, Sec'y, 620

Dearborn Ave. •

Newport, R. I., Nov. 6-8. Chrysanthemum show

Newport Hort. Society. Alex MacLellan,

Sec'y. Rujisies Ave.
HosTON." Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show Mass.

Hort. Sni-ifty. Uobt. Manning, Sec'y, Horti-
cultural Ihill.
PlTTsFlELD, Mass.. Nov. 6-9. C'hrysnnthiMnurii

show Berkshire County Gardeners' and Flo-
rists' Club. W. M. 'Edwards, Sec'v, 103

Howard St., Pittsfleld.
St. Louis, Mo., Nov. 6-9. C'hrysanthemum show

St. Louis Florists' Club. E. Schray, Sec'y,

4101 Pennsylvania .\ve.
Indianapolis, *Ind., Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Society of Indiana Florists. W. G. Ber-

termann, Sec'y, 37 Massachusetts Ave.
Philadelphia, P'a. ,Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Pennsylvania Hort. Society. D. D. L.

Farson, Sec'y, Horticultural Hull.' I!rn;id St.
Denver, Colo., Nov. 7-10. Clirvsanth'-nmin show

Denver Florists' Club. Adam Kohankie, Sec'\-.

L.B. 375, So. Denver, Colo.
Worcester. Mass., Nov. 13-15. Chrysanthemum

show ^Vorceste^ County Hort. Society. Edw.

\\. Lincoln, Sec'y.
Toronto, f>NT., Nov. . Chrysanthemum show

Toronto Gardeners' and Florists' Ass'n. A. H.

l^wint^. SiM>'y, 85 Carlton St.
Montreal, Nov. . Chrysanthemum show

Montreal Gardeners' and Florists' Club. Fred

Bennett, Sec'y, 63 AylmerSt.
Providence, R. I., Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Rhode Island Hort. Society. C. W.

Smith, Sec'y, 61 Westminster'St.
Springfield, ftlAss.. Nov. •, Chrysanthemum

show Hampden County Hort. Society. W. P.

Gall', S.M-'y,'J3.Iohn St.
Milwaikee. Wis.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

shu«' Milwaukee Florists' Club. 'A. Klokuer,

Sec'y, 219 Grand .\ve.
Hamilton. Ont., Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show ILimilton Agric. Society. Walter H.

Bruce, Sec'y.

Chrysanthemum Notes.

By the time that this article is in the
hands of its readers, the chrysanthemum
plants will be set out, and most of them
will have become established in the
benches, but don't for a moment think
that you have got through with your
work, and that they will take care of
themselves, for nothing truer was ever
said than that oft-quoted remark of our
esteemed friend John Thorpe, "Eternal
vigilance is the price of good chrysanthe-
mums." The child is really in but its
swaddling clothes, and will need close
watching and careful attention from now
on to next November, in order to have it
shine with its competitors. After the

plants are set out give the benches a good
watering, and then for a week or ten
days keep them a little dry, so that the
roots will take hold. We do not mean
by this to allow them to get so dry that
they will wilt ever so little, but do not
water enough to sour the soil, or root ac-
tion will he retarded, and the lower leaves
will turn yellow; damage will then have
been done that will be irreparable, for
from now on be very careful and do noth-
ing that will give the plants any serious
check.

If any shade was placed upon the
houses during planting time, or previous
to that, remove it at once, and let the
{jlants make their growth in the full sun-
light. We do not believe that chrysanthe-
mums should be grown in the shade. In
making this assertion we are influenced
by their manner of growth in the eastern
states. It may be possible that there are
more sunny days throughout the summer
in the central states, and we have it on
very good authority that there are more
bright days in the western country than
in the east, and a slight shade may be to
the plant's advantage, but certainly the
mercury runs just as high here as it does
in other parts of the country, and we do
not know a grower who shades his chrys-
anthemum houses during the summer
months. The plant grown in the full lun-
light will be much sturdier and shorter
jointed, and will not have the long-jointed
stem sparsely covered with foliage of the
plant grown in the shade.

We know it is very hard to make the
American people keep a diary, but we be-
lieve every grower should keep a book
into which he can make notes on the
growth of his plants, and if you have one
or two varieties that do exceptionally
well you will then have something which
you can turn to that will tell you how it
was done. Too many growers trust al-
together too much to their memory, and
if you ask them how they procured such
beautiful blooms of this or that variety,
they will answer you in a very general
way, that they took the cuttings about
such a time, and the bud was taken, if
they know at all, about such time. Now
iftheyhadput down the dates of these
occurrences when they happened in black
and white they could, if they so desired,
tell you exactly how those blooms were
produced, and at what day of the year
everything important in the life of those
plants occurred. The Hertford Horticul-
tural Mutual Improvement Society pub-
lished this year a book entitled "The
Chrysanthemum Grower's Record" which
just fills the bill for an extended and de-
tailed memorandum, although it would
require some alterations for growers on
this side of the water. Each page is lined
and divided into spaces for dates to be
written, and the spaces have the follow-
ing headings: Name, description, cuttings,
inserted and rooted, potted into the dif-

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ferent sizes of pots, stopped, 1st break,
2d break, buds visible and taken, crown
or terminal, commenced feeding, color
showing and fully out, height, housed,
number of shoots, soil used, and remarks.
It will not, perhaps, be necessarvto goso
much into details as this, but' at least
make a record now, of when the cuttings
were inserted and potted and when
planted in the benches, and next August
when you go to the convention be sure
and attendthemeetingof the Chrysanthe-
mum Society of America, and meet the
prominent growers of the "Queen of
Autumn" who will be there, and give
them a little of the knowledge you have
acquired and learn as much more from
tliem- Ei.i| All A.Wood.

West Newton, Mass.

Orchid Notes.

Sophro-Lailio Veitchi. This wonderful
new bigeneric hybrid, flowering now
(May 26) for the first time in the United
States is another of Messrs. Veitch's mar-
vels, and for richness in coloring easily
surpasses anything hitherto introduced.
It is interesting owing to its being the
first hybrid raised between Sophronites
and a LaelioCattleya, the parents being
Sophronites grandiflora* X La;lio-Cat-
tleya Schilleriana •. Sophro-Cattleya
Batemanniana rosea is beautiful, of pretty
shape and soft delicate rose coloring.
Sophro-Cattleya Calypso has larger
flower of better shape and substance and
the whole flower uniform!} suffused with
rich rose, but Sophro-Lrelio Veitchi has
flowers as large as La^lia pumila with the
deep rich color of Sophronites grandiflora
rosea through the whole flower. I have
no doubt when the plant gains strength
the flowers will be correspondingly
larger and the color even more intense.
It is indeed a wonderful plant and worthy
the name.

La-lia Latoni, another Veitchian hybrid,
the result of crossing La;lia cinnabarina.
with Lalia purpurata • is a plant of good
habit and novel in color. The sepals and
petals arc intermediate in size between
the parents, of a rich color partaking
more after the seed parent, larger, fringed
with rich purple, and the spike carries six
or seven flowers.

Another hybrid which has flowered
with us at this time is LalioCattlcya
I'hoclx: sent to us by I". Sander & Co.
and supposed to Ik- a hybrid between
Caltlcya .Mossi.i- . crossed with l,a-lia
cinnabarina', thus being the reverse of
La-lio-Cattlcya Mippolyta. It is n hand-
wjmc plant and in every way suiK-rior to
Ilippolyta, but it approaches' very near to
l.atoni. The coloring of sepals and petals
is much lighter orange. The plant has a
good constitution and will grow and
flower freely in an ordinary cattleya
house, kept well up to the light with '
partial shade from mid-day sun. I

Cnttliya I'hilo is a remarkalilc hybrid,
the result of n cross t)etwecn Cattleya
Mossi.-e. and the extremely rare C.-ittleya
iricolor, and conscf|ucntly the first hybri.l
raised from that rare species. The iiollen
parent has excrciscfl a greater influence
on the coloring and markings of the
flower. It has a good constitution, is
free flowering and throws the flr,wers ,

well above the sheath, and lasts long in
perfection, flowering all through the
month of May. It is another of Mr.
Seden's hybrids. There is another form
which we have not yet flowered, called
Cattleya Philo albiflora, which grows
equally free and should be equally hand-
s'ome.

Cattleya iricolor. This rare species is
now in flower, and probably there are
not more than half a dozen plants known.
It was introduced about twenty years
ago, and Messrs. Veitch acquired the
stock and sold one plant to the late Mr.
Ames, and one to the late Mrs. Morgan
which finally got into Mr. Coming's col-
lection at Albany. It carries about three
blooms on a spike, flowers three to four
inches across, creamy white, lip three
lobed, milk white with a few purple
streaks with a transverse orange band
at the base, on each side of which is a
purple blotch. It is a very distinct
cattleya having short stems and long
leaves, hanging very graceful, and the
flowers last long in perfection.
North Easton, Mass. Wm. Robinson.

Ccelogyne cristata.

Ccelogyne cristata audits varieties alba
and Chatsworth are among the best of
all orchids for cut flower purposes. 1
know of no plant that will produce so
much flower in the same amount of bench
room. We grow them in fern roots and
turfy loam with a little sphagnum and
broken crocks mixed in, and with plenty
of drainage. We start them in pots, but
when they need shifting into anything as
large as S inches or over we always use
pans. The plant shown in the illustra-
tion was grown in a 15-inch pan.

They are grown in a span roofed house,
on the side bench, with top and bottom
ventilators open day and night all sum-
mer, excepting when cold rain storms
come up. From the time the plants start
into growth we shade the house until the
bu'.bs commence to swell, which is usually
about the last of August. We then wash
the shading off, put up a cloth arranged
so it can be drawn up or down, and by
letting the sun at them gradually they get
in eight or ten days so that we can take
the cloth away and give them the full sun.

We give established plants weak ma-
nure water during the time the bulbs are
swelling. C<i_logyne requires to be wa-
tered freely all summer and should have
enough in winter to keep the bulbs from
shrivelling. About 45° is the proper tem-
perature for the house in winter. Wc
shift some into a warmer house for early
flowering and by the New Year we shade
those required for late bloom. Ity work-
ing them in this way we get quite a long
season of flowere.

GEORGI! McWiI.MAM.

Whitinsville, Mass.

Carnation Notes,

In my last article I gave a few ideas
about builrling carnation houses. After
the houses arc built the question comes
lip, how to heat them.

There has licen described in the I'i.okist
several times a combination of flue an<l

hot water that gives \ery good results,
is cheaply built and easily managed. It
has however, one very serious drawback,
and that is the inability to properly
regulate the temperature of your houses.
The weather may be very cold and cloudy,
so cold that you will have to fire strong
as you can to keep the house warm; sud-
denly the sun comes out and your flue and
the water in your pipes are hot and will
stay hot for from three to five hours. The
sun is making heat enough to keep your
houses right without any artificial heat
and you are left withthe choice of two evils,
either to open the ventilators and admit
freezing cold air on the plants to reduce
the temperature, or have the houses en-
tirely too hot. With hot water you are
often placed in the same position, and the
better plan is to have steam and you will
then have no evils to choose froin. With
steam in cases like the above the pipes
can be shut off and the temperature kept
under control without opening the venti-
lators.

There are boilers on the market now
with which one can fit up a single house
or a dozen without much trouble, and
with the self regulating and self feeding
arrangements attached they are as easily
managed as a furnace and flue or hot
water boiler. Any good steam filter
should be able to fit up your place in first
class style, but it is well to have an iron
clad contract with him to heat the place
right and then let him get every thing
fitted up several weeks at least before you
want to plant the house and give the
thing a good hard test, so that in case
there are some things want changing you
will have time to change them before you
are caught with the house planted and
probably want the heat.

The following system has worked very
well for me and may be interesting to
some of the carnation growers making
changes; I do not claim it to be perfect in
all details, but it answers the purpose and
does it well.

The boilers are placed about two feet
below the lowest return pipe; they are
forty horse power with a grate surface of
twenty-five square feet. This grate sur-
face is larger than is usually allowed but
it is a decided advantage in the w;iy of
economical and easy firing. They are all
connected below the water level and the
steam is all fed into one large receiving
pipe. This plan gives an opportunity if
one of the fires gets low or from any
cause the steam goes down in one boiler
for the others to help keep upthe(|uan-
tity needed for the receiving pipe and
nothing suffers. They are, however,
arranged with valves to run each sepa-
rately if necessary. Starting from this
receiving pipe are two feed pipes, one for
one set of houses and the other for the
remainder; this divides the place into two
distinct systems.

For the three-quarter span houses which
form one system (^the farthest one o(
which is 300 feet from the boilers) we
t;ike a three inch feed pipe, running it up
to the hi(.;hest point at once and then giv-
ing it an incline to the farthest house of
about six inches; from this feed wc take
seven one and one-quarter inch pipes for
each house. These pipes are all given a
slight incline to the opposite end of the
house where they drop into a return; this
return is inside of the house and is used
as a heating pijR', helping to c(|ualize the
teni|KTature at the far end of the house
from the feed. IC.-icli pipe is fitted with a
globe valve at the feed end and a check
at the other, so they can lie entirely cut
off, and one pi()e or the seven be used to
the house. It is only very cold nigl ts

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tbat the seven are used to keep the tem-
perature up to fifty and fifty-two degrees.

For the other block of houses the same
system is used, the feed pipe being run at
once to the end of the houses farthest
from the boilers and from this feed are
taken sixty-four one-inch pipes for the
houses; these are run into a return at the
opposite end of the houses same as in the
three-quarter span.

The feed pipes and the returns are
fitted with valves near the boiler, so that
in caseot a break anywhere it is the mat-
ter of a minute to turn the steam off and
fix it up quickly. There is this one thing
about steam; you should have an outfit
of plumbing tools on hand and be ready
any time to fix up a pipe in a hurry, as
there is a liability of a break any time.

This system of piping a place with all
flows and no returns may not be as good
as the flow and return method, although
1 do not see why it should not be, and it
will save according to the size of the house
from one to three run of pipe, and that is
an item these hard times.

Alhert M. HliKK.

Carnations in Pots.

At the meeting and exhibition of the
American Carnation Society, to be held
in Boston next February, there will be
competition for premiums for carnation
plants grown in pots. The A. C.S. at its
meeting held last February at Indianap-
olis instructed the committee having the
adoption of a schedule in charge to offer
a number of premiums for pot plants,
the idea being to encourage this mode of
growing the carnation, and an excellent
idea it is. In this part of the world ap-
parently we can form no conception of
the possibilities of this branch of carnation
culture. Hitherto little or no effort has
been made to cultivate the plants in pots
the year round, the general practice be-
ing to select a few, or many as the case
may be, at lifting time in autumn. But
this plan will hardly do in the future, I
think, at least for exhibition purposes.

Quite recently I read in the London
Garden under the head of "What is a
tree carnation?" that "Pride of Pens-
hurst" always flowers most freely with
age, and never seems to attain to its best
till the second year. Quite a number of
florists in this country have had some ex-
perience with this variety. On account of
its color (a pretty shadeof yellow) it was
tried quite extensively on its appearance
as a novelty, but was dropped almost
completely after the first year's trial be-
cause it flowered only in the spring. A
variety to become popular in America
must be profitable. We have neither the
time nor the space to devote to varieties
which flower only in the spring months.
The writer of the article referred to proves
to his own satisfaction that Pride of
Penshurst is a tree carnation, but he ad-
mits that "It is not a good winter vari-
ety, and after November does not come
kindly, but for autumn and early spring
it is excellent." But the most interesting
statement to me is this; "I have grown
the same plants of Pride of Penshurst
continuously in pots for four successive
years, during which time they have been
repotted only twice. At the end of that
time the plants are between five feet and
six feet high, not lanky or drawn, but
full of fresh vigorous growth." Plants
the same size as those, well flowered,
would certainly create a sensation if ex-
hibited in any city of America, and if the
A. C. S. may only be the means of bring-
ing about plant growing in pots, similar
to what they are doing on the "other
side" much benefit to carnation culture
will, I believe, be the result. And in the
same article, speaking about the variety
"Andalusia" it is said "That it has never
given him any trouble, as it roots very
readily from cuttings, and in two years
grows into a grand bush five feet high."
And our ancient acquaintance "La
Belle," which was so extensively adver-
tised about the years 1S74-5 as suitable
to the needs of this country, is said to at-
tain to the height of 15 feet when grown
in a cool conservatory. Imagine a carna-
tion fifteen feet high. Evidently we, the

florists of America, have discarded some
of the old varieties too soon, before we
had, as it were, given them half a trial.
This section of the Dianthus Caryophyl-
lus, according to the writer of the article,
seem to require age in order to bring out
their true character. The new English
variety, "Uriah Pike," is also brought in
to illustrate the point of the tree charac-
ter of this section of the divine flower. A
correspondent in a previous issue of the
Garden had observed that "If dwarf it
would add a good crimson." Whereupon
"E.J." rejoins, "This splendid variety is,
however, like aH good perpetual carna-
tions, only dwarf in youth, while old
plants will reach four or five feet quite
easily.

I like the vigorous style of "E. J." He
is evidently a good grower of plants and
knows what he is talking about, that is,
of course, as regards the climate of Great
Britain. He goes on to say: "I am in-
clined to believe, however, that much is
lost by discarding these plants too early.
Of course if only small dwarf plants are
required it would be folly to utilize space
otherwise, but if the object is cut bloom,
and this in quantity, the old plants are
especially valuable. Even Miss Jollift'c,
when it can be induced to live, produces
far finer flowers and in greater number in
the second year; indeed it is not too much
to say that in size they are nearly double,
while the color is much heightened." If
we, the florists of America, can only
double the size of our flowers, heighten
the color and increase the number there
are lots of us who would only be too
happy to be able to do so.

No plant, I believe, is so susceptible to
its surroundings as the type of dianthus
under consideration, and it is probable
that what is so thoroughly a success in
England may be an utter failure with us.
However, it seems to me to be well worth
while giving the plan, as adapted to the
English climate, a trial here, if onlv in a
very moderate wav. E. L.

Carnations in Pots.

"E. J.," Pittsburg, Pa., says he "has
some carnations lifted last fall. This
spring he did not plant them out, but
plunged the pots in the earth and wants
to manage them so that they will be
nicely in bloom by next April." This is
growing them nearly or quite two years,
altogether too long to be profitable. If
they were good plants ttis spring and
had not flowered all winter they should
have sold well for bedding, for that kind
of carnation plant is always in good de-
mand. It would pay better now to plant
them out and use the flowers this sum-
mer, and let the old plants stand the
chance of living or dying next winter.
They will have paid well enough. To
have good salable carnation plants in
April lift some medium sized plants from
the field the same time you are lifting for
the benches, pot them in 5-inch pots
firmly and place in a well builtcold frame.
Leave them uncovered as long as possi-
ble, but during very cold weather double
sash will pay. Bring into the houses at
end of February or early in March and
they will be most satisfactory either for
the flower border or for pot plants.
Pinch off all leading shoots in the fall
when lifting. Wm. Scott.

We have received from Mr. H. E.
Goold, Sussex, N. B., a few blooms of a
seedling daisy grown by him. The flow-
ers arrived in very good condition after
their long journey by mail and the variety
seems quite promising.

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Marketing Pxonies.

This is the season for pa;onies, and
thousands of blooms are received daily
at the large distributing centers all over
the country, but of the vast amount of
stufisent to the markets there is a very
large percentage totally unfit for sale,
and in many instances consignments re-
ceived from a distance do not realize ex-
press charges. Nine times out of ten the
trouble is either bad packing or worse
judgment in cutting the bloom. Whole-
sale and commission men have been
wrestling with this question tor a num-
ber of years, and their individual eflTorts
to educate the shipper up to the fact that
it is fully as important to exercise good
judgement in cutting pa;ony blooms as
those of the rose, has borne some fruit.
But there are s>till too many growers of
these flowers who do not yet realize the
importance of this matter. Many thou-
sands of piconies could often be sold at a
very good price if they were marketed in
salable condition.

The meagre returns realized from this
class of stock has discouraged manj'
growers from shippingat all, alio wing the
bloom to go to waste. Take for instance
last Decoration Day; at that time the
Chicago market was depending for its
supply of pionies on points further south,
the home grown article not being in yet.
Prices were up to the top notch, and
growers of these flowers, say in Southern
Illinois or Indiana, could have reaped a
rich harvest, if they only had known how
to handle their stock to advantage. The
idea that seems to be prevalent is to allow
the flower to fully expand, then cut it,
and rush it to the market at once.

Now let us note how some of our most
sucvcssfull pa;ony growers handle their
stock. There are m our vicinity two
growers in particular who have given a
good deal of attention to the pa:ony for a
number of j-cars. The first and oldest is
the Kennicott establishment at "The
Grove" started many years ago by Dr.
Kennicott, who in bis daj- was noted as
a very able horticulturist. The place is
now managed by one of the sons, Amasa.
A great deal of the stock now grown
around Chicago was disseminated from
this establishment. The other establish-
ment is that of the Klehm Nurseries at
Arlington Heights. We paid a visit to
tbia latter place last week, in the first
place to gather information, and in the
second place to enjoy the sight of the
pa-ony field. The information on points
of interest was freely imparted by our
genial hosts, father and three sons. But
the visitor who exi)ect8 to sec a great
sight r.>f gorgeous blooms will l>c sorely
disappointed. Although this is the height
of the icason, when from one to two hun-
dred dozen flowers are cut daily, you will
not find a single o|Kn flower, unless it Ikt
of some worthless variety, and few of
those are tolerated. The rows are yet a
sea of buds, but these arc kept under as
careful surveillance as an experienced rose
grower would use in watching his liuds.
An cxi»crienced hand is kept busy all day
in cutting the huds at the right stage of
development. The man who cuts pa-onicH
must have a knowlcflge of the habits of
different vnrietirit,an<l use good judgment
just the same as the rose grower.

Ix-t us take vtmc of the leading com-
mercial sorts, starting with the earliest
varirtirs. The first to come is the old
lvuro{ienn Sfiecies I*, officinalis rubra, coni-
monly known as "OKI Ked;"this Sf)rt has
always been a prime favorite in the mar-
ket, and is sold in large ouantitirs, at the
same time it is one of the most difTicull

varieties to handle, as it is a very poor
keeper. The blooms of this variety, if
left to expand on the plant, will scarcely
keep a day, but if cut while yet in close
bud will last 3 or 4 days, or even longer,
in good condition, and not alone will the
flowers last longer, but if kept set in a
pail of water in a cool basement, the
bloom will develop larger and finer than
they would if allowed to mature on the
plant. The pink form of this same species
(officinalis carneus) is of the same habit,
and should be created the same as the
former. This sort appears to be, in our
locality at least, more tender than old
red, the blooms too being weaker and
smaller, and on that account not as prof-
itable to grow.

In the Chinese section the early white
(Whittleji) is one of the standard market
sorts, and more blooms of this variety
are sold than any other. The pink variety
commonly known as Early Rose (fra-
grans) and another pink sort which goes
by the name of Dunlap's Pink in our lo-
cality, come into bloom about the same
time. These varieties should all be cut in
quite close bud, that is just as soon as
the petals begin to loosen. A little later
comes "Drop White" (paschalis) the fin-
est of all white psonies, although a rather
indifferent keeper. This variety should
not be kept more than a week after being
cut. If kept too long, although appar-
ently in first-class condition, it has the
disagreeable habit of suddenly collapsing.

Van Bonboch (festiva), also called Ap-
ple Blossom, a comparatively new vari-
ety, is one of the finest market sorts; this
kind however should be left on the plant
until partially open, as it develops but
poorly if picked in too close a bud. The
same holds good as regards the late vari-
ety Ilumeii. This latter is a very showy
sort in the garden, it being one of the
largest varieties in this group. As a cut
flower however, it is not as satisfactory
as the first named. In the first place it is
a poor keeper, then it has a rather weak
stem, and besides this the outside petals
of the flower always have a wrinkled and
withered appearance. This variety, cut
nearly opened on the plant, should be
marketed the next day.

One of the last is Late Rose (roseum) a
remarkable keeper, and on that account
of value, although the bloom is small,
and in shape not very i)leasing. There
are several other varieties grown, such as
I'ot'sii, and the white with lemon center,
which however, are not much in demand
as cut flowers. At the Klehm nurseries
we also find a large assortment of all the
latest I'^nglish varieties, few of which
however seem to have much merit as
profitable market sorts.

But now as regards the keeping of the
flowers after they arc cut. The blooms
arc cut with an average length of stem of
about 1 .'j inches, "old red" however not
iK-ing a tall grower, can not always be
had with as hnig a stem. I'rom the field
the flowers are taken to a convenient
place for sorting, where the leaves on the
lower part of the stem are 8trip|)ed off.
The flowirs are now sorted in first and
second quality, and tied in bunches of a
do/.cn e/ich. After that the flowers are
placed in pails of waterniiil kept in a cool
cellar or refrigerator until wanted for
shipnu'iit. Many of the good keeping va-
rieties as above mentioned may Ik- kept
safely for two weeks or more in an ordi-
nary co(j| basement or cellar. Ilul if the
stock is intended to be kept longer it
must l)c placed in cold stornge, in uneven
temperature olsay 3H" to Hi", wlicresuch
varirlicB as Ivarly White and Late Rose
have licen kept in good condition for 1

weeks and more. Before the flowers are
sent out for shipment, or placed in cold
storage each bunch should be tightly
wrapped in paper and marked No. 1 or
No. 2. When marketed in the bud there
is little danger in crushing, and the
bunches may be packed closely together
in large baskets. To shippers, however,
at long distances from a market we would
not advise the placing of their flowers
in cold storage for any length of time, as
a long journey would be ruinous to stock
that was kept in this way, but all flowers
should be placed in water fjr at least 6
hours before shipment.

The accompanying illustration shows
a number of blooms and buds at the stage
of development at which they should be
cut. In the upper right hand corner is a
bud of the early white Whittleji, and
at the left is one of the early rose. These
two varieties are cut quite tight if in-
tended for shipment or to keep for some
time. The top center flower is the late
rose, which should be cut when partly
open, as shown; and below is a bloom of
Humeii which is cut at about the same
state of development.

Packing Plants for Shipment.

A proper method of packing plants is
one of the most important matters in the
management of a shipping trade, for on
this, to a great extent, depends the safe
delivery of an order, and the following
notes from an experience of more than
twenty years may possess some interest
to some of those now making a beginning
in this direction. It is proposed to divide
this subject into two divisions or heads,
namely, "Summer packing" and "Winter
packing," the present article being de-
voted to the first division in accordance
with the season, and this to be followed
with some correspondingly brief notes in
regard to winter methods.

The first portion of the work of packing
is the tying of the growths and foliage in
such a way that they will not bruise or
rub together to an injurious extent after
being placed in the box, but during warm
weather it is not wise to cover the foliage
with wrappings any more than is abso-
lutely necessary, for when shipped to a
distance the foliage so covered is very
likely to become bleached and possibly
heated. Among foliage plants, palms in
general are the most important at the
present time, and the sorts most used in
the trade are quite easy to pack, though
the methods used require slight modifica-
tions to suit the peculiarities of different
species.

For instance, a latania in a 4, 5 or
6-inch pot can usually have all its leaves
drawn up in a loose rolland secured with
a narrow band of paper and a single tie
of twine, the object of the band of |)ai)er
bcinj; sim|)ly to prevent the twine from
cutting or marking the leaves. But with
a larger specimen than those meiilioned
above it is advisable to take the center
leaf first, especially if it is just unfolding,
giving it a wrapping of paper its entire
length, this being done to protect it from
the spines on the other leafstalks, when
the latter are drawn up around it. Then
follow by drawing up the leaves in suc-
cession, avoiding creasing or doubling the
leaves as much as possible, and using only
enough paper to protect thcin from cut-
ting. This inclhodmay be used witli any
fan-leaved pilm if c.irefully handled, and
seldom results in any injury to the foliage.
I'or the pinnate Ic.-ived jialnis, of which
Areca lutesccns and the kentias arc good
examples, much the same plan can be used
with equally good results, the cliiefcare

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Early Rose. Late Rose.

Hii "ieu\

HOW TO CUT PEONIES FOR MARKET.

IVhdIleji.

being to draw the foliage up smoothly,
and not too tightly during the hot
months. In the case of a large arcca in
which the secondary growths from the
base have attained considerable size, it is
best to tie up the main shoot first and
then to follow with the smaller shoots,
thus using the central growth as a sup-
port for the weaker ones.

Pandanus and dracsenas can also be
drawn up in the same manner as indi-
cated above, a single tie being sufficient
for small plants at this season, but from
the fact that more or less water is liable
to lodge in the axils of the leaves and
down in the center of both pandanus and
the various dracjenas it is a wise precau-
tion to lay these plants over on their
sides in the sun for a short time before
tying them up, particularly if they are
going a long distance, in order to dry the
foliage, otherwise there is a possibility of
rotting while in the box.

Ficus elastica grown on single stems
should also have their leaves drawn iip
from the bottom, being careful to draw
them up smoothly in theformof a hollow
tube, not individually but as a whole.
Tree shaped ficus should have thevarious
shoots treated separately first, then draw
them all together and tie around a stiff
stake. It may be added that large

dracienas and pandanus can be more
thoroughly supported also by tying to a
stake after the foliage has been tied up,
but the ordinary trade palms do not re-
quire staking if the plants are well estab-
lished specimens, and none other than
plants answering to this description
should be shipped at any time. But as
an additional precaution with a tall palm,
it is well to tie it to a crossbai; nailed
across the center of the box, in order to
prevent the top from threshing around
when the box is roughly handled.

Plants in flower are somewhat more
risky to pack than palms, but the main
point to keep in view in the summer pack-
ing of such stock is the fact that too n.uch
wrapping will surely result in the ruin of
the flowers, and that all the growths
should be so tied to a stakeor stakes that
the flowers cannot batter together.
Easter lilies may be safely transported by
tying stcurelv to a stiff stake, the stake
being long enough to extend an inch or
two above the topmost bud, and then
binding the buds and flowers in sucession
quite tightly to the stake, using for the
binding operation a long strip of tissue
paper, and the plants may be turned out
of pots and slipped into paper pots, be-
fore laying them down in a box and cleat-
ing securely to the ends of the latter. In

this case also the cross bar in the center
of the box is very necessarv, and each
plant should be securely tied to said bar,
to prevent any battering of the heads.

For small lots of bedding plants there
is probably no better or cheaper way of
packing than to stand them up in chip
baskets, but if going more than twenty-
five miles I think it is safest to roll the
plants in paper before placing them in the
basket.

Orchids in general, if not in bloom, are
not difficult to pack, except that many of
them must be left in pots to prevent root
disturbance, and this makes an extra
amount of packing material necessary to
obviate the breakage of pots that is oth-
erwise inevitable. Those grown on rafts
can readily be fastened to the sides of a
box with a nail or two and a piece of
wire, and at this season will be better
without any paper covering, with the
possible exception of such easily injured
species as pha!renopsis.

Small ferns should be turned out of pots
and rolled in paper, but with the upper
end of the roll open, so that the fronds
can get some air, and for short distance
shipments may be stood up in boxes, with
only a covering of strips nailed across the
box in such an open manner as to demon-
strate to the most obtuse expressman
the absolute necessity of keeping the
package right side up. But for long dis-
tances the only safe method is to fasten
the plants in the ends of the box with
strips or cleats.

Those having much shipping to do find
it best to buy lumber in large quantities,
and to have the boxes made on the place,
and in the east the most satisfactory lum-
ber for the purpose is found in the form of
Virginia pine, V2 inch thick, for sides, top
and bottom, and either white pine or
hemlock, 1 inch thick for ends, this com-
bination making a stiff box without ex-
cessive weight. In some other parts of
the country a cheaper substitute may be
found for either of the above. For pack-
ing material there is nothing superior to
excelsior, this being clean to handle, not
expensive (costing about $13 per ton in
small quantities, and much less in carload
lots ), and is not so likely to heat and decay
as hay.

In placing plants in a box it should be
remembered that the express companies
charge extra rates on all boxes in which
the plants stand above the sides of the
box in such a way that other freight can-
not be piled on top, and therefore all tall
plants should be laid down and cleated
into the ends of the box.

Provision should be made for ventila-
tion at this season, by boring some holes
in the sides of boxes with a one-inch bit,
or uy cutting slits in the boards, and a
strip cover, with about two-inch spaces
between the strips is much the best for all
summer shipments, W. H. Taplin,

A Serious Attack of Cucumber Anthrac-
nose.

Mr. J. F. Wilcock of Council Bluffs,
Iowa, makes complaint of a serious blight
of his cucumbers, of which he says he has
about four acres under glass, and the
plants are rapidly being killed. He says
that the blight "begins generally with
light brown spots on the leaves which
spread and run together, and gradually
including the whole leaf which withers
completely as if frosted, after which the
stem of the leaf becomes watery and rot-
ten clear down to the vine." This de-
scription might apply to a number of leaf
blights of the cucumber, and it is only
when the specimens are examined micro-

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June 21,

scopically that the real cause of the trou-
ble is determined. Upon making such an
examination it was easy to demonstrate
the cause of the trouble which is doing
such serious injury in these large green-
houses devoted to the growth of cucum-
bers. When a brown portion of the leaf
is examined with the high power of mi-
croscope it is easily seen that the whole
surface is almost entirely covered with a
fungus. This low parasite has previously
sent its threads all through the substance
of the leaf and then coming to the surface
here and there have produced patches of
spores. The epidermis of the leaf has
been broken through, and over the rup-
ture is to be seen a multitude of nearly
oval bodies which are the spores of this
fnngus. The name of the fungus is Col-
letotrichum lagenarium. This fungus is
by no means new among cultivated
plants. It was first brought to notice in
1875 as causing a remarkable spottingof
bean pods. Since that time it has been
observed in many countries, and in our
own United States it is one of the destruc-
tive pests of the cultivated bean. It
thrives also upon the watermelon, musk-
melon, pumpkins and squash, so that it
has a wide range among the members of
the cucumber family, and also is found as
above stated upon the bean. That it is
the same fungus upon all these hosts is
proved by a process of innoculation from
one species of host plant to another, so
that there remains little doubt ofthe ident-
ity of this fungus. Many experiments have
been carried out to discover a method of
treatment that would provesatisfactory,
and while the end is not yet in connection
with the experiments it is safe to say that
this anthracnose can be controlled in
large degree by using the standard fungi-
cides, namely the Bordeaux mixture and
the ammoniacal solution carbonate of
copper applied in the usual way.

There is this to be insisted upon, that
fungicides act as preventives rather than
cures, and in order to keep the plant in
healthy condition the fungicide needs to
be applied very early in the season. In
fact at the present time experiments with
beans are now going on under the writ-
er's supervision, the fungicide having
been applied to the bean seeds before they
were planted. No experiments so far as
is known have been made in a similar
way with the seeds ofthe cucumber, and
it is hoped at another season to be oper-
ated with the members of the cucumber
family, namely the pumpkin, squash,
melon and cucumljcr in the same way by
first treating the seeds with the Bordeaux
mixture, or some other fungicide and then
determining what effect is produced.
However, it gf>c» without further saying
that .Mr. Wilcock should iuHist upon a
thorough cleansing of his greenhouses.
The v>\\ which he has for the growing of
hi* cucumbers is unfit as it now stands
for further use, for a crop of this kind,
and it should \k cither treated with some
fungicide, or a healthful, fresh soil intro-
duced into the greenhouses. In short the
Ijcsl of sanitary measures should be ob-
served in connection with the growing of
cucumliers where the fungus which is now
ruining hit crop shoulcT not be able to
gain a foothold.

While it has fxen said before this fungus
is not at nil n new one and hiisbeen prrvn-
Icnt in .N'ew Jersey and elsewhere upon the
cucumIxT plants grown in o()cn culture,
this is the first time that a complaint hii*
come on so large o stale of the rapid kill-
ing off of cucumlxr vines under glass. If
tbcrc are others who ore growing cucum-
bers in a similar manner and are troubled
in a like way tbc writer would be pleased

if such sufferers would communicate with
the undersigned and accompany such let-
ter with specimens of the diseased plants.
It is evident that heroic measures must
be taken for the stamping out of this ser-
ious fungous pest. Byron D. Halsted.
New Brunswick, N.J.

Seasonable Hints.

The unusually long wet cold spell has
been succeeded by a hot dry time, and
altered entirely the conditions both out-
side and in. As soon as the rush of bed-
ding out is over, which it nearly is now,
you will be very anxious to look after
several important plants for next year's
business. There is no plant yet in com-
merce so useful for the center of vases or
veranda boxes as Dracjena indivisa. No
palm, however cheap they may be, or
even how expensive they may be, will
flourish in the wind and sun as it will. It
is never too late to sow it, but you can
hardly make a useful plant in one year.
Some large growers plant them out in
summer time. For a moderate quantity
I prefer to grow them in pots, plunged in
frames in old rotten hotbed manure and
in full exposure to the sun. Pot in good
stiff loam with a good allowance of rotten
manure, and they will make sturdy
plants.

Another plant which has further proved
its value in the above kind of work, par-
ticularly in veranda boxes, to which it
adds a light and feathery appearance, is
Grevillea robusta. It is a tough hardy
plant and when not over two feet high
most graceful. If you sowed seeds of it
early in the season as recommended they
should now be nice little plants in 2 or 3-
inch pots, even if they have been neg-
lected. Shift them into a 4-inch when
you get time. Pot firm in a good loam
and keep under glass the whole year. In
winter they thrive in a verj- cool house,
which makes them serviceable for many
kinds of decorations. Someofmy triends
will say such a common plant does not
merit so many words, but they must
remembir it will take the place with the
average florist of a fancy palm that
would cost six times as much.

Don't put your Araucaria cxcelsa out
of doors; keep them well watered in the
coolest and airiest house you have and
shaded. Small and medium sized palms,
such as kentias, arecas and latanias,
keep indoors, well shaded, with plenty of
fresh air, and they will greatly grow and
improve thtse summer months. Large
growers of the above keep the fires going
in the hottest months, and force them
along at a "two-minute" gait, their idea
Ijcing to manufacture a plant as (juickly
as possible. Your object is to have well
grown sturdy plants that you can confi-
dently recommend to your patrons as a
palm that will thrive in their houses.
Vou will have time now to rid them of
fcale and mealy bug, and can keep them
well syringed and give them plenty of
room. Large palms that have grown as
large as you want them to Ik- may stand
out of doors. 1 have found no harm
come to latanias, arccus or kentias stood
in the broad sunlight, providing they
were lalthfully watered. They will l:ide
out a little, but tli:it will all come back
when they are housed again in fall.

I. ilium auratuin and I,. lancilolium in
the several iK-autiful varieties lorsiM'cics)
will now \k coming into flower. The lat-
ter arc most useful, and should he grown
by all retail florists. They sliouhl now Ik.'
in u heavily shaded house where there is
on abundance of air. They like to be cool

and their flowers last so much longer. If
you don't have such a house then put
them out behind a shed or somewhere
that is well shaded. Don't throw away
old bulbs of the lancifolium lilies. They
are just as good next year as you can
buy, only when the stalks are cut don't
neglect watering entirely, but dry them
off as the dryness of their stems and
leaves indicate.

If you took off or saved the little bulb-
lets on the callas last September when you
potted up the old roots and grew them
along either under or on top the bench
they will be now in 4-inch pots. Get at
them at once, shake off a good deal of the
earth and pot in 5-inch pots in soil that
has at least one-fourth well rotted cow
manure. Plunge out of doors; well
chopped up old hotbed is the best mate-
rial for that purpose. Choose a place for
plunging where water won't stand, for
the callas need a deluge of water. Never
mind how shabby they look just now;
they will make tine sturdy plants by
October and flower earlier than the old
bulbs. With the old bulbs you can let
them rest entirely till September, then
shake them out and start in entirely new
soil. Callas have been rather plentiful
last winter, but there will be likely a bet-
ter demand next winter.

The torrid spell we are having at pres-
ent will dry up things pretty badly unless
you exercise your brains and muscle to
some extent. You ought to be able to
get all your odds andendsinto one house,
where a heavy shading won't hurt now,
and remember a great help to the plants
that are sweltering and drooping now is
not only sufiicient water at the roots
(once a day ought to be enough for them),
but they are wonderfully benefitted by a
cooling down of the houses at least three
times a day. By that I mean a wetting
down with the hose. It's not the quan-
tity you pour down, but the scientific
way in which it's done. It's simple this
time of year to learn a man to syringe a
house of roses if it's all roses, but sup-
pose it's composed of 20 different sorts of
plants; then a man has to have a knowl-
edge of them, and instinctively directs the
spray to the lilies in bud or the fuchsias,
but leaves the gloxinias and several oth-
ers alone. It would take a chapter to fully
write up the science of handling the hose,
and I don't pretend to do it, but learn to
do it if you want to succeed as a plant
grower. It is no folly to call it and wa-
tering a true science. Did you ever suc-
ceed in watering a benchof plants in pots
and attempt to hold a conversation with
some one at the same time? If you suc-
ceeded I would not give you ten cents a
day for your skill. Wm. Scott.

A Travelling Greenhouse.

The accompanying engravings, which
we have reproduced from the liiiglish
iiardening IVor/d show a greenhouse de-
signed by a London firm for use in bring-
ingon curly Irults, vegetables jind (lowers,
moving it on from section to section as
needed. Would such !i mov.-ibic house be
of any value in bringing on hybrid roses,
etc., in early spring?

I)i) vou WANT Mr. Scott's seasonable
hints for the year in book form, so that
you can refer readily to his suggestions
for any week in the year? You will find
them in this form In our trade directory
and reference book lor IH'Jl-. Price $a.OO.

Vou CA.N never invest $2 to better ad-
vantage than in a copy of our trade
directory and reference book.

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END VIEW.
A TRAVELLING GREENHOUSE.

Chicago.

The supper of the Chicago Florist Club
last Thursday evening was a very suc-
cessful affair and vyas much enjoyed by
the 45 or 50 members present. Mr. S. B.
Parsons happened to be in the city and
was a vyelcome guest at the supper. The
two tables were lavishly decorated with
flowers and plants and flowers were also
freely used around the room.

With the advent of the coffee and com
cob pipes came Prof. Carnes and his wife
and daughter, each of whom gave excel-
lent recitations that were warmly ap-
plauded.

The first toast was "The advancement
of ornamental horticulture," to which
Mr. G. L. Grant responded as follows:

"While it is true that the progress of
ornamental horticulture during the past
quarter of a century has been marvelous,
it is nevertheless a fact that the skilled
gardener and florist have not made a cor-
responding advance in public esteem. In
litera*-ure all gardeners are still classed
with the coacbman and the hostler, and
as a consequence the same classification
is followed by the general public with
comparatively few exceptions. We must
admit that there is a considerable number
of self styled professionals who may be so
classed, but it is an undoubted fact that
to-day the great majority of the workers
in the field of ornamental horticulture
rank high as men of education and refine-
ment. Probably no other profession
counts among its followers so many who
have entered it from pure love of the work.
In no other profession will be fovmd so
many close students of the underlying
principles of each detail of their daily
labor. And no other profession demands
from its leaders a broader knowledge or
a wider culture.

"Gentlemen, if we would hasten the ad-
vance of the profession we must first take
steps to place it upon its proper level in
the public mind. We must bring our
strong men out into the light of publicity
that the world may know us for what we
are. We have been seriously remiss in our
duty in this respect in the past. Further,
we must make a broader use of our num-
erous organizations. We must as care-
fully study to in a measure control polit-
ical causes that may affect horticulture as
we now do the life histories of insects in-
iuriously affecting plants. Wemust exer-
cise the power we possess, but which has
heretofore been allowed to remain dor-
mant. Had the horticulturists of the
whole country exercised fully at the right
time and in the right way the power they
possess, the horticultural department of
the World's Fair would have been what
it ought to have been and not what it
was. Let us profit by that lesson.

"Let us make ourselves felt in the man-
agement of our park systems. Now is the
time to plan a campaign that will put
men in our park boards who are to at least
some extent familiar with horticultural
matters. Let us exercise the power we
have in securing the nomination for gov-
ernor of a man who will pay heed to our
suggestions when elected. We are strong
enough to do it if we only work stead-
fastly along the right lines. Let us exert
in favor of what is right and proper the
same power that is now used by others
in favor of what is wrong and improper.
Let us take a broad view of the matter.
Remember that we are not alone. Re-
member that among the members of our
horticultural society will be found a host
of men whose names carry much weight
and every one of these can I am sure, be
depended upon to lend a helping hand if
he can see wherein it will effect good, and

he will recognize the fact that strong or-
ganized effort cannot fail of effect.

"We all love our city and wish to see it
beautiful and healthful. Let us take steps
toward the creation of a commission
which shall have power to plant and
maintain shade trees on every street pos-
sible. The city of Washington has al-
ready done this, and as a result Washing-
ton is famous the world over for its beau-
tiful trees. We can do the same here. To
be sure it will take work to carry such a
measure through our city council, and
still more work to insure the appointment
of proper men on the commission, but it
can be done. We would surely have the
active support of the daily press and by
persistent effort all obstacles could cer-
tainly be overcome.

"If we succeed we will have exerted a
far-reaching influence, for horticulturists
in other cities will follow our example,
and making use of our working plans will
accomplish similar gratifying results.
This may seem rather out of the line of
work of a club of this character, but I
believe we should take a very broad view
of the subject. The florists of the country
are better organized than any other class
of horticulturists. They seem also to be
harder workers in any cause they may
espouse and it would seem that in order to
get the matter started it should receive
its initial impetus from them. After the
work is under way others will give the
needed assistance."

"Our Parks" was the next on the pro-
gram and from Mr. J. A. Pettigrew came
the following interesting response:

"In these days of high pressure living
and business competition, with its conse-
quent cares and worries, it is pleasing to
note that so much thought, money, and
time is given to plans for the creation and
development of public parks. The bene-
fits arising from the establishment of
parks and breathing spots in crowded
cities is so well understood, that neither
time nor money is begrudged in carrying
on the work of extendingand beautifying
them.

"In the city of New York during last
year nearly one and one-half million of
dollars was spent on its parks and boule-
vard system, and large additions recently
made thereto will largely increase the
cost for improvement and maintenance in
future. The city of Brooklyn's parks cost
last year about one million dollars, as
did the parks of our own rity. The same
or nearly the same ratio of expenditure
for park purposes — as compared with pop-
ulation— prevails in most of the large
cities of the United States.

"In view of the increasing importance
and magnitude of this work, it becomes
more a matter for the best thought and
effort of the statesman, the landscape
gardener, and of the horticulturist to meet
the public need. The statesmen to devise
such methods for the appointing and or-
ganization of the governing powers of the
parks as will place their management in
the hands of men of high class, who will
conserve the interests of tht people, and
jealously guard their trust from any in-
trusion of schemes likely to divert the
park from its intended object or purpose,
who will be beyond the reach of political
jobbery, and above the suspicion of a
prostitution of office for personal gain.

"The assistance of the landscape gar-
dener should where possible be called in
the selection of lands to be purchased for
a park; he will note points of advantage
not observable to the unpracticed eye; his
experience and training will fit him to
judge of location, availability, soil and
natural adyantages;in designing the park

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he will study the nature and conditions
of its use. as well as the natural features
it may already possess.

"A park conveys the idea of a place for
rest and retirement, where nature can be
communed with. An isolation from
bricks and mortar, where the street life,
and office walls of the city can be forgot-
ten; where trees, shrubs, flowers, green
sward and water in harmoniousarrange-
ment, form a pleasing landscape, restful
to the tired brain, refreshing it with
beauty and quietude.

"Such then is the mission of the land-
scape gardener; to bring about this effect
he must use the material he finds arotind
him, assisting nature here, boldly creat-
ing a natural effect over yonder, while in
another spot he leaves nature alone pure
and simple in its beauty.

"Many parks provide for amusements
of various character, often at a great sac-
rifice oC sylvan beauty and its restful in-
fluence. The tired worker vainly trying
to escape from the bustle and noise of the
city is disappointed, and instead of find-
ing rest and quiet finds himself jostled in
the hurly burly and excitementof contest.
In parks of large extent the designer can
so arrange his plan, as to include these
features without detriment to other ef-
fects, by providing for their indulgence
away and isolated from sylvan creations.
It is not intended here to decry against
these amusements, many of which are ad-
mirable and necessary for the development
of the youth of our cities, but to protest
against their introduction into the parks
when they mar park effects; let those
seeking such amusements be accommo-
dated when possible, but not where they
will defeat the intent and purpose for
which the parks are created.

"Without disparagement to works of
art, it may be said that an undesirable
feature in park scenery is the monument.
Monuments in bronze of this or that per-
son are Ijcing introduced in such numbers
that in the not far distant future, someof
our parks will more resembledcpositorics
' for the dead than places of recreation and
reat for the living. Creations in bronze
of the sculptors' genius, placed where nat-
ural features are produced or intended,
have a destroying or neutralizing effect
on the work of the landscape gardener.

"The subject of parks and their man-
agement is a very important one, and is
worthy of the best thought of this club
and all societies of a kindred character.
The interests involved are very large, and
great ignorance in horticultural matters
exists among those having their control
and direction, and I think it comes within
the scope and power of this organization,
to influence for good, existing methods of
park creation and administration."

Mr. S. li. I'arsons rcstpondcd to a call
;ind delivered a very effective extempora-
neous address in which he s|K)kc of flow-
ers as the crj'Stallizcd thoughts of Ood
and their perfume His breath. Me paid n
glowing tribute to horticulture as a pro-
fession and spoke of the wonderful prog-
ress made since he first entered the ranks
over .V) years ago.

Short addresses were niso made by
Messrs. J. T. Anthony, l>lgar Sunders
and A. NIcAdnm*.

An enjoyable feature was the vocal
music by the lextcltc of which Messrr.
Waller Kreilling. Cha«, McKelliir. Jos.
Corran and Hubert Mans were the lend-
ing lights.

Mr. O. P. Fiassett was unfortunately
annblc to tic present in the flesh but he
was there spiriluiilly through the medium
of the t/ig bowl of puiu h contributed by
him toward the evening's entertainment.

We are now in the midst of the school
commencement season, which should by
rights make things lively. There is, how-
ever, no sign of unusual activity; in fact
trade is so dull as to remind one of mid-
summer. And not alone is the local de-
mand extremely light, but orders for ship-
ment have also fallen off very materially.
The hot weather which was experienced
last week had the effect of rushing the
remainder of the rose crop on tte market,
which of itself was enough to swamp it,
even with a fair demand, but coupled
with a stagnant market prices went
away down. In lots of 1,000 fair stock
was sold for from $S to $10. Quality is
getting poorer every day; such a rafc ot
mildewed stock as is now dumped on the
market hasn't been seen here for many a
day. Stock cut from young plants,
benched early, is, however, improving.
Selected stock in small lots goes at from
$2 to $-t, according to varietv. Good
Beauties still bring .$2 to $2.50'a dozen.

Carnations are plentiful and prices
down for common grades. There is a
wide range in prices. Poor to fairly good
commons sell at 25 to 75 cents, while se-
lected, long stemmed and disbudded stock
bring $2 to $2.50. Sweet peas are a bad
glut at present. $1 per l.OOOis the offer,
and few buyers at that. Pa;onies sell
fairly well this spring. Very few flowers,
if in salable condition, have gone to
waste. Outdoor roses are in, but are
generally poor and crippled. Jacques are
not nearly as good as in former years;
these sell'at $1 to $2 per 100.

The 'ut Flower Exchange got away
from 4-5 Lake street just in time. Late
last week the building was destroyed by
fire.

Lincoln Park is now simply a part of
the political machine. The politicians
have made almost a clean sweep, among
the men removed being several who have
been there 20 years. The only one occu-
pying a position of consequence and that
has escaped removal is Head-gardener
Stromback.

New York.

The past week has been one of most
pronounced inactivity. The relief from
the condition of midsummer dullness
which might reasonably be txpcctcd just
now in the way of demands lor gradua-
tions and similar festivities has not mate-
rialized so far. To add to the ptrp exity
the cut of most flowers, especially roses,
has been enormous, owing to the refresh-
ing effect of the preceding period of cold,
damp weather on the plants. Even the
Oreeks have lost heart and aredisiiiclined
to buy at any price.

There is an immense overstock of
everything coming in, the only redeeming
feature beiiiy the supply of white sweet
peas, which is scarcely c(|ual to the de-
mand. Pine peas of the other varieties
go slowly at one cent \kt dozen. .\t the
:ilth street market the space is scarcely
large enough to accommodate the heaps
of piconies, larkspurs, cornflowers, cori-
opsis, Jnc(|S and other outdoor produc-
tions, and the pticc as a rule is "take
whatever you can get."

Mr. John II. Tfiylor's "smoker" was a
pleasant iiff.iir. limited innterially in nt-
tcndiincc anil aiiiin:itioii by the extreme
sultriness of the weather, which was al-
most unl>earnble. The cntertainiiii.nt
proviilcd was of a high order, and the
good taste displayed in all the arrange-
ments was most creditable to Mr. T'ly-
lor anil those who gave him their nssint-
nnec.

Arrangements arc nearly completed

whereby the New York delegation to A -
lantic City next August will travel wi.h
comfort and at a low rate of fare. Judj.-
ing from the prevailing talk the party
will be by far the largest ever represent-
ing New York at a S. A. F. convention.

Quite a numberof gentlemen prominent
in the trade are contemplating transAt-
lantic voyages. Winfried Rolker sails on
the Lahn June 19, Chas. Thorley, on La
Touraine June 23; Thos. Young, Jr., on
the Havre June 26, and I. Forsterman,
on the Oppdam, July 5. Mr. W. A. Stiles
of Garden and Forest has just returned
from a visit to England and is highly
pleased over the kind reception which he
met there.

The second auction sale of orchids by
F. Sander & Co. on Friday, June 15, was
verv satislactory, prices and demand be-
ing fully up to expectations. In the audi-
ence were: Mr. Wm. Griffin of Lenox,
Mass., and Mr. R. M. Grey of Orange, N.
J., and other orchid fanciers were repre-
sented by substantial mail orders.

Wm. Elliott tells of a recent visit to
Boston in company with a select team of
veterans in bowling on the green. They
were received with due consideration by
the Bostonians, who treated them with
unbounded hospitality and then thrashed
them unmercifully in the bowling contest.

Mr. W. H. Siebrecht states that he has
given the new rose, Belle Siebrecht, a
thorough trial outdoors the past winter,
and the plants proved perfectly hardy and
are now flowering in profusion.

Philadelphia.

The past week about wound up the
school commencements and weddings, and
while there are still to be a few more of
the latter between now and the first of
Jul}' the demand for flowers from this
source may be considered about over for
the season.

There are still plenty of flowers and
reallv good ones for this time of year.
The Kaiserin is doing very well and the
Bride is still in very good shape; Mermets
are also good. The outside roses have
been fine this season. Mr. Heacock has
had a fine crop of Jacqs, good flowers
with stems about a toot long, each carry-
ing an unlimited quantity of thorns. Mr.
Lonsdale is sending in a fine lot of Brun-
nersasgood as many growers had them in
winter; most of them were cut from
plants imported last fall and pirintcd out-
side. The Jacqs sold for $4- per hundred
and the Brunners for $N. Other rosesare
about the same as last week. There is
one point to be noted about the Kaiserin,
and that is its freedom from mildew. A
few weeks ago almost all kinds of roses
were badly mildewed, while the Kaiserin
was entirely free.

Sweet peas have been plenty and of
good (|uality; they have sold very well at
from .'id cents to .'fl per hundred, (juality
and ([uantity ruling the price, llostetter
of .M.inheini, De Witt of Bristol, and Ed.
Swaync of Kennett, are large growers of
these flowers. K. L. Longcope of llolines-
liurg has a large lot planted outside for
the summer trade, of which he makes a
specialty. (>. H. M. I'elton of (J.'ird and
\'ine li.ia an old fashioned g.-irden patch,
pansica, forget-me-nots, Scotch iiiiil mule
pinks, sweet willi.ini, digitalis, corn-
flowcr, etc., are his specialties, his main
specialty, however, is to please Ills cus-
tomers, and (). li .M. will go to any
trouble to effect this end.

Cornllower is now the correct thing for
the boutonniere, and quite a good deal of
it is uoed up in this way.
W. K. Harris is to have another sale at

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Aug. Rolker's auction rooms on Friday,
June 22.

Robert Craig has bought out a half
interest in Col. Bonnaffon's patent iron
fence; this is one of the cheapest and at
the same time most durable feqces on the
market. It is being largely used in parks
and ornamental grounds.

Mr. Connor of Lansdowne is erecting
two houses 110x16 which will be planted
with roses. K.

Boston.

Rhododendrons have been at their
height during the past week, and the
many places in this vicinity where they
are extensively planted have been con-
stantly crowded with admiring visitors
in numbers greater apparently than ever
before. The annual visit of the committees
of the Horticultural Society and fi lends to
the Hayes estate at Lexington occurred
on Tuesday, June 12. This is one of the
great events of the season, and is always
looked forward to with high anticipa-
tions by those fortunate enough to receive
an invitation. A pleasant feature on this
occasion was the company of Messrs.
Thomas B. and Franklin Meehan of
Philadelphia, who were returning home
from the Nurserymen's Convention at
Niagara Falls and took the opportunity
to pay Boston a short visit. Mr. T. Mc-
Carthy of Swan Point Cemetery, Provi-
dence, also was one of the party. Mr.
Comley, the hospitable custodian of the
Hayes estate, is a thorough believer in
good eating, a fact of which his own sub-
stantial girth is a practical demonstra-
tion, hence this part of the entertainment
received first attention. After thus put-
ting his company in the proper frame of
mind to fully enjoy the show Mr. Comley
conducted them over the vast estate,
through the fine plantations of conifers
and other ornamental trees and shrubs,
and finally to the great tent under which
is grouped the superb collection of half
hardy and tender rhododendrons for
which this place is famous. They are bet-
ter if anything this year than ever before,
but few of them showing signs of injury
from the sudden cold weather of April,
to which many of them were exposed.
The outdoor rhododendrons were found
to be in equally fine form.

An equally agreeable occasion of the
past week transpired on Thursday at the
pretty home of Mrs. E. M. Gill at Medford ,
that lady having extended an invitation
to the habitues of Horticultural Hail and
their ladies to the number of about thirty
five, to visit her at this time and thus
assist in duly commemorating the nam-
ing of a new primrose which Mr. Hatfield
has thought worthy to bear Mrs. Gill's
name. The occasion was a most enjoy-
able one. One of the pleasantest features
of the program was a drive through the
most attractive sections of Medford. The
old town looked its prettiest in its June
dress.

Benjamin D. Hill, who died recently at
his home in Peabody, has been a familiar
figure about the flower stores and the
(xhibitions at Horticultural Hall tor
nearly a quarter of a century, and will be
greatly missed. While not giving his
whole time and attention to the florist
business yet he has always done quite a
little trade in that line in Peabody and
Salem, and was evidently very fond of
any work that brought him in contact
with flowers. He had a habit of carrying
a red carnation in his mouth, and was
seldom seen without it. He had a most
agreeable and kindly disposition, and
made many friends by his readiness to do

a favor at all times, even when at consid-
erable inconvenience to himself.

The philadelphuses at the Arnold
Arboretum are most gorgeous at present.
The collection of this genus is very ex-
tensive. Syringa Amurensis, which blooms
between S. vulgaris and S. Pekinensis, is
now in flower and is one of the most fra-
grant of all the lilacs. Mr. Dawson's
pets, the hybrid multiflora roses, show
improvements every year. Among a lot
of seedlings two years old which are be-
ginning to bloom there are a number of
exceedingly graceful and prettily colored
sorts. The original Dawson rose covers a
large trellis and is a perfect mass of
flowers.

Out at Mr. John L. Gardner's Mr.
Atkinson has had his usual success with
the ericas. On looking at this beautiful
collection one cannot help wondering
why the heaths are not more generally
grown in this country. But not every-
one can make them grow as Mr. Atkin-
son does.

Mr. Wm. Robinson has been quite sick
with tonsilitis, but is now recovering.

In town: Mr. W. A. Stiles of Garden
and Forest, New York; Alfred Dimmock
of F. Sander & Co., London; and D. Mc-
Rorie, representing, W. A. Manda, South
Orange, N. J.

Baltimore.

Planting out is over at last and the men
who have been engaged in dodging show-
ers, and replacing plants killed by cold
during the past five or six weeks have a
chance to breathe a sigh of relief and look
over the field. Prices have been low. Not
really so low as might have been expected,
but still low enough to cause complaint,
of which there seems always a sufficiency.
The trend of prices seems always toward
the cost of production, and there are gen-
erally enough producers about to keep the
downward tendency going. Who is to
blame? If a man has a heavy stock of
valley at Easter and sells it at fifty cents
a dozen in order to dispose of it and at-
tract custom, as was done here two sea-
sons ago, whose business is it but his? If
another has a heavy stock of alternanth-
era and chooses to sell at twenty dollars
a thousand rather than throw it away,
what is to be done about it? This oc-
curred last year.

A curious feature of this price cutting is
that no one seems to resent it more bitterly
thantheman who does a little himself oc-
casionally. Years ago when the writer was
trying to sell a bill of plants, the cus-
tomer said to him "Your prices are much
too high, and to prove it I will show you
a written offer from a florist to supply the
same stuff." The ofter was produced and
proved to be from a member of the trade
who had always advocated high prices.
The effect upon the reader was discour-
aging, as far as upholding prices was
concerned. In fact the only time when it
is safe and good policy to charge high
prices, is when one has a very superior
article, and when no one else has it in
very great quantity. While on this sub-
ject, has anyone ever seen a retailer who
advocated highprices, who was unwilling
to pay as little as possible for what he
bought?

The weather is still unseasonably cool
in the main, and the few warm days gen-
erally end in a thunder shower and cool
night. Geraniums are growing nicelj',
but most bedding stufT is not much more
than holding its own.

The cut flower market is rapidly set-
tling down to the mid-summer stagna-

tion, with everything but white roses in
super-abundance. Funeral work is, and
will probably continue for some time to
come, the only steady source of income.
Complaints about spring trade are gen-
eral, but it seems hard to get actual fig-
ures to s'low just the percentage of fall-
ing off. In fact there are but afew of the
trade who keep their accounts in such a
form as to show the state of their busi-
ness at any time, and comparison of sea-
sons is largely guess work. Mack.

St. Louis.

The regular club meeting was held on
the 14th, and was better attended than
any for some time. The paper prepared
and read by Mr. Witten of the Missouri
Botanical Garden on "The hardiness of
plants as affected by their exposure" was
listened to with deep interest, and com-
mended by all present, many of whom
related curious incidents of plants' be-
havior brought about solely by different
exposures and planting. It was the uni-
versal impression that most all the
serious damage done to trees and shrub-
bery was owing in this climate to the
southern exposure in the early spring, our
hot sun first starting the sap to flowing,
and then the cold freezes them up solid,
killing the inner layer of bark, which is
necessary tor the plant's existance. A vote
of thanks was tendered Mr. Witten for
his able paper, and Mr. Koenig was re
quested to prepare and read one at the
next meeting on herbaceous plants.

A committee of three was appointed to
make arrangements with the railroads,
looking towards attending the conven-
tion.

The committee having in charge the
flower show reported what progress had
been made and presented the usual
"guarantee fund" for signatures; this
guarantee fund is to be called upon only
after the treasury of the club shall have
become exhausted. A special meeting was
held immediately after the regular meet-
ing, and a committee of three appointed
to examine and report upon the various
places suitable for the holding of a picnic
by the club members.

Mr. H. Pechman, late of the Pechman
Floral Co., who has retired from the retail
trade, was presented by his late associates
with a bouquet of roses, tied with a bow
of ribbon, upon which was lettered, "Rest
at last." The stock used wasas choiceas
could be had, after the wholesalers had
cleaned up in the morning, and no doubt
was fully appreciated by Mr. Pechman,
who we understand adorned his desli
with the tribute.

Late advices from Edwardsville, III.,
reports a heavy hail s'.orm in that sec-
tion; the hail was not fierce, but a steady
downpour, which caused the stones to
cover the surface to the depth of two
inches. Outside stock, and especially
sweet peas were ruined, while some dam-
age was also done to glass.

The wholesale firm of S. Mount & Co.
has dissolved partnership, S. Mount con-
tinuing the business. R. F. T.

Toronto.

The event of the past week was the
annual convention of the Seed Trade
Association. The delegates attending
appear to have spent a most enjoyable
time, banqueting, lunching, drivinground
town, sailine on the lake, etc. etc. Some
very good papers have been read at the
meetings, but the city dailies being so
taken up with politics just now have not

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June 2T^

found it convenient to furnish very full
reports of them. Mr. S. E. Briggs of the
Steele, Briggs, Marcon Seed Co. was
elected as one of the vice presidents.

The weather has at last taken a turn
and "de fremoniter 's gone up mor'n a
foot"; in consequence the plant trade has
been pretty lively, but oh! what a cutting
and slashing of prices there has been.
The fact is this plant business is alto-
gether overdone in this city, and it would
be better all round if a dozen or two were
to drop out of it and grow cabbages and
such like. But every one seems to be
waiting for the other man to drop out.
The last of the bedding out will probably
be done this week, which is from ten days
to a fortnight later than usual.

Gardeners and florists are beginning to
pay more attention to their chrysanthe-
mums now that the busy season is pass-
ing away. The interest in the coming
show does not show any decline as yet,
and the prospects are good. E.

Cincinnati.

Harry B. McCuUough has just returned
from Toronto, where he attended the
seedsmen's convention. He reports a good
meeting and a splendid time.

The commission houses are now receiv-
ing some splendid lily of the valley and
good carnations; plenty of roses, but the
quality not so good.

Our visitors during the week are as fol-
lows: Walter Bertermann, Indianapolis,
Ind.; C. Betscher, Canal Dover,0.; Karl
Brown, with A. W. Livingston's Son,
Columbus, Ohio.; John Barclay, with
John Gardiner & Co., Philadelphia, and
the genial all round good fellow Harry
Balsley of Detroit. These gentlemen were
all feeling good, and we trust enjoyed
this visit with us. We are always glad
to see our friends. G.

The first of the week found a party of
florists, consisting of E. S. Johnston, Geo.
Meyers, Otto Walke, and a stranger
seated with Will Murphy in his carriage
making for his countrj- home. Arriving
at the foot of the Price Hill incline we
were soon hoisted to the top, from which
we wound our way around the straight
roads, and after having many narrow
escapes in the hills and hollows, we
brought up at Mr. Murphy's home about
1 p. m., Mr. M's. best half had prepared
a sumptuous dinner, and from the way
said dinner disappeared the boys were
certainly hungry, and did justice to same.
After dinner the usual games were in-
dulged in and at a late hour we were
again headed for Cincinnati, believing it
was the pleasantest day we ever spent in
our lives. We find in looking over Mr.
Murphy's place that he is something of a
horticulturist, as well as the largest carna-
tion grower around our city. His farm
contains twenty acres, two acres of which
is planted in grapes, the same amount in
peaches, pears, apples, and small fruits,
and everything in the very best of condi-
tion. He has 25,000 carnations planted
in the field and looking splendid. His
greenhouse*, tlcven in number, contain
8,000 feet of glass; of this 7.000 feet is
used for carnations, and from Scjitembcr
1. 1893 to June 1, 1894, he had cut 203,-
000 blooms, at an averape price of 1 cent
each. His mode of beating is hot water
under pressure.

Business has licen a little slow during the
past week, and with the exception ol fu-
neral work tlicstorcs have been very quiet.
On June 11, Chas. |. Jones, Jr., of Wal-
nut Hills, made an assignment to W.
Kendigs; linbilities about $3,000, assets
$1,200. This failure was rather unex-
pected, as Charles was supposed to Iwdo-
ing a good husincss, but dull times and
slow collection* are the principal reason*.
The firm of Huntsman & Ilnrdcsty has
l>cen dissolved by mutual consent. Mr.
Ilnrdcsty will continue nt the old stanrl;
.\Ir. Huntsman will dcvotehis time totlic
greenhouses, of which he is manager.
They are situntrd in the HiKhlunds cf
Kentucky, overlooking the Ohio Kiver;
the scenery from this point is the grand-
est in this section. We sincerely hope and
wish lioth of these gentlemen success.

As business is slr>w one ofourenterpris-
ing Vine street florists has pl.iced two
prnny-in'thc-<lr>t machines near his door.
One contains root l*eer, the other orange
cider. He tells me the machines more
than pay the rent of his store.

their extensive propagation right here in
our midst offers a remunerative field to
the grower.

Preonias and syringas are now in full
bloom. Clematis are also occasionally
seen, while over all is thrown the rich
mantle of green afi'orded by the Virginia
creeper.

A peep into the leading growers' houses
show a fine and thrifty lot of "mums"
being grown for another seasons' trade.
Now is the time to get together, boys,
talk over plans and arrange for a grand
exhibition next fall. We have the material,
all that is lacking now for a successful
show is unity and organization. Will we
have it? Felix.

Buffalo.

St. Paul, Minn.

The torrid wave of the past week had
the effect of shortening the rose cut as
well as deteriorating the quality. Brides,
Mermets, Cusin, Watteville, Perle, Ni-
phetos and Bennetts all succumbed and
are of inferior quality ; Ln France, Testout,
Kaiserin, Albany and Meteor, however,
withstood the severe heat and are pro-
ducing fine blooms.

The demand has been fairly good though
not up to the previous week. A great
many outside roses are now in bloom and
this of course hurts the sales of teas.
Prices are firm at $1 per dozen at retail.
Baskets and bouquets have been in de-
mand for the "sweet girl" graduates, and
altogether the week's sales have been en-
couraging.

In the plant line, bedding out is com-
pleted and but few sales are noted. Flo-
rists are planting out what is left endeav-
oring to make their own grounds attract-
ive. They are agood deal like the farmer,
who sold everything he could and ate
what he couldn't sell. Perhaps, however,
therein lies the key to success. At any
rate we have j'et to hear of a florist who
would lose a sale of any size in order to
beautify his own grounds.

Owing to the intense heat and great
drought, the beds and vases throughout
the city are not looking as well as they
otherwise would. No amount of sprink-
ling seems to take the place of a good
rain.

E. F. Lemke has cleaned out two of his
rose houses preparatory to planting new
ones. This would indicate that early
planting is finding favor with him.

L. L. May & Co. have one house al-
ready planted and .Tiiother one ready to
plant. This latter house, a short span to
the south, is undergoing a rearrangement
of benches. The aisles will be placed on
the sides with n single wide bench in the
middle, thus giving the plants the full
lienefit of the sun's rays. In the old ar-
rangement the south iiench was shaded
somewhat by the gutter.

Ouitc a good many plants are still seen
on the market but are inferior in (luiility,
and sell very slowly. A great many rosea
throughout the city are now in hlimni.
In fact your scribe was not aware <>l the
existence of so many until they com-
menced tilofjming. One ol the finest pri-
vate collections in the city, is that of A.
II. Wilder on Summit Ave. (iroups of
Hybrid IVriietiialH and Stiiiidnrds, nil in
full bloom, of rich and varied hues, shed
their rich ix'riiiiii!: on (he evening breeze,
and give additional lieauty to the already
lovely avenue.

Our florists may not be alive to the fact
but it is nevertheless true that many
hardy roses and shrubs thrive here, and

Much to the relief of everybody the
weather turned, and as it could only turn
one way we have had a real warm spell.
The last meeting of our club was held
at the house of Prof. J. C. Cowell. There
was not a large attendance, but a long
way over a quorum, and three new mem-
bers were elected. After the routine busi-
ness was disposed of the paper promised
by D. B. Long was looked for, but as Mr.
Long and his paper were both absent we
had to call on someone else. It was
almost fortunate that D. B. L. was ab-
sent, much as his paper would have been
appreciated, for we had a most enjoyable
treat in the shape of a long letter from M.
Guillaud of France. The letter was writ-
ten to Mr. Cowell, who kindly translated
it. Mr. C.'s translation of Mr. G.]s
French was enjoyed b3' all present. If it
had been Portuguese or Polynesian the
same ability would have been exercised
with the same facility. The chief points
of the letter were the tracing of the differ-
ent species of eannas from their early
known history up to the present date.
The writer, whoever he may be was ex-
tremely sorry (at least he said so) for his
inability to see the professor personally,
explaining as the reason that he had in his
trip round the world taken another
course, and returned via the Suez Canal,
and not as he intended, by the ErieCanal.
What a mistake!

Since the warm weather hassetin flow-
ers have been plentiful. Those who prop-
erly attended to their carnation houses
are now picking large quantities. Mr.
Constantinc, who has two houses, each
100x20, picks about 5,000 every day.
Nearly all roses are showing a little mil-
dew, but the average is better than in
former years. There has been a few good
society events lately, that have cheered
up several of the craft. Speaking of car-
nations one of the carnation growers of
Corfu picked a Portia to bring into town,
he wound it round the inside of his hat.
It went three times round and left 0 inches
of stem, and the flower for a pigtail; by
actual measurement it was 34- inches and
stood up as stiff as the Democratic prin-
ciples of David li.Ilill. American Beauties
are in town in great abund.-ince, and of
first (lunlity; reason for this later.

W. S.

<>iii'riT..vw'\''.

I.OIIS ClIliHINKAf.

We regret to have to chronicle the death
of Louis (luerine.iu of Cambridge, Mass.,
and Inter ol Northampton, Mass., where
he was viigaged in the creation of a Bot-
anical Garden for the use of Smith Col-
lege there.

Louis C.uerincnu came from Chartres,
France, to this country some twenty
years ago, and was widely known by the

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gardening fraternity in Boston and New
York, as an intense lover of gardening
and botany, and a most thorough horti-
culturist in every department. Having
travelled extensively and practiced his
art in every part of France, Belgium and
England, he was considered a living ency-
clopedia of horticulture, and always ready
to impart that knowledge, if of any bene-
fit to a brother florist, as he was of a
very genial and obliging disposition. Be-
ing also very modest and unassuming in
his manners, he did not, perhaps, culti-
vate as large a circle of acquaintances as
his merits would command, but was per-
haps so much more thought of for it.

Some of the most pleasant hours of the
writer have been spent in his society, and
we must admit that, if olderthan he(Mr.
Guerineau was 54 years old) we have
often derived great benefit from these in-
terested discussions on gardening.

Mr. Guerineau succeeded me in taking
charge of the Botanic Gai dens in Cam-
bridge, and I believe that our worthy sec-
retary, W.J. Stewart, received there with
him his first rudiments in gardening. A
remarkable Tact in connection with Mr.
Guerineau, is that all his ancestors, for
250 years back, from father to son, were
gardeners.

Of late years Mr. Guerineau has been
affected by mental depression, from a
highly nervous temperament, it brought
out insomnia, and was the cause of his
untimely end.

He leaves a wife, two daughters and
one son, the whole family in easy circum-
stances. He was a member of the Society
of American Florists and also of the Flo-
rists' Club of Boston. D. Z.

Recu<l) Rofe/d.

BiNGHAMTON, N. Y. — A new greenhouse
22x200 leet is being erected on the hos-
pital grounds.

Madison, Wis. — The summer meeting
of the Wisconsin State Hort. Society will
be held in this city June 21 and 22.

Owosso, Mich.— Mr. J. S. S[;hleider,the
florist, has purchased tlaree acres of land
outside the city limits upon which he in-
tends to build a range of greenhouses, his
present quarters being too small and
allowing no room for extension.

Ogden, Utah. — k. A. Gibbons Co., of
1257 24th street, will add a new house
20x75, to be devoted mainly to roses and
a cross-section 25x25 for orchids, palms
and ferns. The plant will then contain
3525 feet of glass. All heated by hot
■water.

Manchester. N. H.— The first annual
exhibition of the New Hampshire Horti-
cultural Society will be held in this city
some time in October, the exact date and
other details being left to the executive
committee. The society now has a mem-
bership of sixty.

B ATA via, N. Y.— Mr. George Munick
has purchased the greenhouses and busi-
ness formerly conducted by Mr. Rudolph
Grob on West flain street, He will add
a few more houses and arrange to run the
business on a larger scale. Mr. Munick
took possession June 1.

Stillwater, Minn. — Frank Berry will
this summer build a new rose house 20x
100 in best modern style, and will also en-
large and rebuild his present houses,
adding a new front and a conservatory
for decorative plants. He will also soon
open a down town store.

Albany, N. Y.— The florists and other
merchants on North Pearl street are mak-
ing strenuous efforts to have the street
vendors removed from the public thor-
oughfares. The mayor and the police
commission have been repeatedly ap-
pealed to, but without result as yet.

SITUATIONS, WANTS. FOR SALE.

Advertisements under this bead will be Inserted at
the rate of lU cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

situation WANTED-By German florist In gen-
O eral greenhouse work: 11 years" experience.

A N. "aO Maplewood Ave.. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED— By youne man, single, S
years' experience In garden, sober; can milk; good
references. Address T Center St.. St. Albans. Vt.

QITUATION WANTED- In store or commercial
O place; have had experience In growing roses, car-
nations and gen eral florist stock. Also a good designer.
Good references. Address Fhaxk Zech,

Sherman St., New London, Conn.

QITUATION WANTED— J. Kirkwood Is open to en-
O gage with any lady or gentleman, as gardener. 25
years' experience In the growing of vines, peaches,
orchids, stove and greenhouse plants, etc. Ai)ply
.1. Bennett, 3aU St. Catherine St., Montreal, Can.

SITUATION WANTED- Orchid grower; special for
orchids; 10 years' experience In several of the
most Important nurseries In Holland, France and Bel-
glum; 25 years old, Dutch nationality and best refer-
ences. Apply to H. H. VUUUNEVELD.

South Framlngbam. Mass.

SITUATION WANTED— By a young man, single,
age *20, as assistant In greenhouse or In a large veg-
etable or fruit growing cstabllshmen; graduate of Vt.
Agr. College. Three years' experience In greenhouse
work previous to entering college. Open for engage-
ment July Ist. Good references. Address

Wm. StCakt. Exp. Farm. Burlington, Vt.

ANTED— A good second-hand hot water boiler
and 1500 feet of 4-lnch pipe.

I. L. PiLLSBURT. Macomb. 111.

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ANTED— Sober, reliable man. experienced In rose
growing, also capableof taking charge. Address
George Andeusun. 523U Woodland Ave.. Phlia.

WANTED-A partner with a capital stocit of $800 to
$10U0; or a competent man to take charge of a
greenhouse. Henry W. Ash, West Union, Iowa.

WANTEI>— Greenhouse assistant: young man, some
experience, good habits. State wages with tward.
Commercial place. Address

Geo. S. Belding. Middletown, N. Y.

■\TTAXTED TO KENT— A small florists establlsh-
\ V ment, ('..WXt to s.uuu feet of glass. In good location
for business, Eastern States preferred. Address

Florist, P. O. Box 373, Portsmouth, N. H.

"ATrANTED— Working foreman, married or single, to
y V take charge of men. grow chrysanthemums, car-
nations, violets, palms, etc., etc. Good wages to a
good grower. Send references and where last worked.
C. W. Keimers. Ijoulsvllle, Ky.

WANTED— A PARTNER-To join me urowlng and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a llrst-class open
Ing for the right man.

WiLFKEiJ A. BitoTHEKTON. Rochester, Mlcb.

F

OR SALE CHEAP— Large second-hand tlorlst'e Ice
Box, value about $75. VAi'GHAN's SEED Store,
88 State Street, Chicago.

F

OR SALE— 2 large Bav Trees, round heads. 7 feet
broad, 12 to 14 feet high. Shown at World's Fair.
Vai-giian's Seed Store, Chicago.

IJ^OH SALE— lUOO feet of 4-lnch cast Iron pipe and
■ fittings, as good as new.

MRS. Geo. Waldbauer. Saginaw Mich.

FOR SALE— Hltchlngs patent portable return flue
boiler No. 17; used two seasons: warranted per-
fect and all right. W. A. Lee. Burllnjnon. \ t.

FOR SALE— Guod florist business, good location:
will sell Ht rensonatile price, 3 doors west of Ual-
sted St. P. M. SCHWARTZ, 'l\tl W. I2ih St.. Chicago.

FOR SALE— Greenhouses, hotbeds and flxtures. In
thriving Kansas town: good retail business. Will
assist purchaser until acquainted. Address

Kansas, care American Florist.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
glass florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.
Costy.ioO. Vatghan's Seed Store.

14(i & 148 West Washington St., Chicago.

FOR SALE— floO takes 3 year lease of three green-
houses, t-tock. fl.xtures. Iiurse and wagon. Almost
In center of Chicago. .Must sell; have other business.
Address 1-f- WItmot Ave.. Clilcago.

FOR RENT— A first-class commercial place In suburb
of Chicago, containing 15.000 square feet of glass,
well stocked with best varieties of forcing roses. Ad-
dress Renter,

care Olsen & Hughes, Gt! Wabash Ave., Chicago.

FOB SALE— Five greenhouses, stock of plants,
tools and hotbed sash; good retail trade: about
20 years established. Will lease ground for term of
years; good opportunity for right party. Address
E. McNallt, Anchorage, Ky,

FOR SALE— The stuck and good will of a paying
florist business In :t thriving Maryland town. Lo-
cation exceptionally Kood, Rare chance for a good
man with a small amount of capital. For particulars
address Hehard. care American Florist.

100 Euphorbia Jacquiniaeflora.

(.'note size and prices to
NOVA SCOTIA NURSERY. Halifax, N. S.

FOR SALE OR LEASE.

-5 adjoining town lots (over 1 acre) containing 5
greenhouses heated with hot water, large work
shed, barn, -i-room dwelling, good stock of plants,
city water; cheap coal; no competition. Business
paying even during the present hard times. Ad-
dress Chas. Pommert, Greenfield, Ohio.

May and June Propagated.

MRS. ROBT. CRAIG, HARRY BALSLEY, MRS,

J, G, WHILLDIN, EDA PRASS, GLORIO-

SUM, V, H. HALLOCK and IVORY,

S3.00 per 100.

ERMENILDA. W. R. SMITH, THE QUEEN,

W, G. NEWITT and NIVEUS,

S5.00 per 100.

Prices of other varieties on application.

Nathan Smith & Son,

167 W. Maumee Street,

ADRIAN, MICH.

Surplus Stock.

^ Per 100

Smila.x plants, 2-inch pots, fine plants,

per 1003, $12.50 $1.50

Coleus, Alternantheras, Dusty Millers, 2.00

Heliotropes, strong, 3^-inch pots 4.0O

Moon Vines, strong pot plants 3.50

Plumbagoes, extra large bushy plants,

254 to 3 feet $3.00 per doz.

Fuchsias, extra large, in bloom 10.00

Ainpelopsis Veitchii, 3-inch pots 4 00

Cuphea tricolor 3.00

F. WALKER & CO..

644 4th Avenue, LOUISVILLE, KY.

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you for 10 cts.
Price per 100, 75 cts.; f6 00 per 1000,
cash with the order. First lot are all
sold; next lot ready July 1st.
ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

Herrs Pansles are THE Pansles. See adv. later on.

GERANIUMS. . . .

5,000 well budded, 4-inch pots,
fine plants for bedding.

MIXKD » 8.00 per 100

.VSSOHTED 10.00 per 100

Cash with order.

STAFFLINGER &. HARDER,

•J7« to 2«i High St.. HUFK.VLO, N. Y.

GHRYSflNTHEMUMS.

From 2;^-in. pots, c $3 per 100.

STRONG SMILAX, from ■•ij-lncU puis, 83.00 per

lUO: R».U(l per 1(100.
PANSIES, from cold frame, JI5.(» per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishklll, N. Y.

6f\TflL,0GU& PRINTING.
ELEGTROiyPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . HARKISBUKG, P.^

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Subscription $1,00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line. Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gaaranteed.

Discounts. 6 times, 5 per cent: 13 times. 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 33 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertising Department of the Ameuicax
FumisT 19 for Florlstfl. Seedsmen, and dealers in
wares pertaining to those lines ONLY. Please to
remembe It.

Orders lor less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach usby Monday to secure
Insertion In the Issue fur the followlni; Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago.

Prevention of Bench Boards Rotting.

An inquiry comes from Erie, Pa., on the
above, which was referred to me. I have
used common whitewash, crude petro-
leum, and also water lime (hydraulic ce-
ment), and of the three I much prefer the
latter. The matter of cost should not be
considered, because it is a triOe anyway.
In mj- experience the crude oil seems to
soon evaporate, aud the same can be said
about the whitewash. After the soil or
sand has been on the bench a few months,
or at least one year, all trace of the
whitewash is gone. I have proved that a
heavy coat of water lime on the boards,
put on when they are new (and that'sthe
only time that anything will do good)
will prolong the life of the boards to dou-
ble the time they would last without it.
I use the cement pure, and add only water
enough so that it can be spread on the
boards and thoroughly rubbed in with an
old whitewash brush. The particles of
the cement will go into the rough surlace
of the boards, filling it up, and prevent-
ing the water soaking the boards, and
that's all there is of it. An inch board of
hemlock or pine, under ordinary green-
bouse treatment, will last about four
years. With a good coat of water limeit
will go eight or nine. I don't believe in
1-inch boards for a rose or carnation
bench, only Sinch plank should Ik used.
They will not only last more than twice
as long as an inch board, but you will be
saved that great nuisance of tearing out
the old bench.

About tar on greenhouse posts; I have
bad no experience with tar on posts ex-
cept on fences, and 1 never saw any bene-
fit that the tar did. On greenhouse posts
the tar would have to be entirely used
under ground, for the faintest smell of tar
is dangerous inside the house. I'hcre is
no need of using it. Wm. Scott.

Glen Bir.sik.— Had you sent us your
name and address we would have an-
swerer! by mail. We cannot print nniwcrs
unless the subject is of genrrni interest.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

lAOZ PINE STREET,

— — *fMt. I^oulas, Alio.

(S«rrr««or lo KI.I.ISflN Ml \\\ KIIN).

*:*« WHOLESALE >♦—:♦?

1 1 : . 1 ; : ; >■. • ;t- tc h. JtT.

A eompUt* Una of Wlr* ItmaXgam.

M«nUnn American rUinuK.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Gommlsslon Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING, ""25^^""

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HANUS.

CUT STRINGS s 7-0 iz feet long, so cts.

Shipped Id large or small quautities to auy part of the country. Orders by mail, tele-
graph or telephone. — -■^_

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

^^^ Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

Laurel and Green Festooning, Wreaths, Etc.
SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

"Let Independence be our boast
Ever heedless of its cost."

The independence sliown by
the people of the U. S. on

—JULY 4—

is not on a par with the inde-
pendence of the florist
who uses

Long's

Florists'

Photographs

IN HIS BUSINESS,

compared with the man who

doesn't. For further

particulars ask

DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher,

. . . BUFFALO. N. Y.

'mf'PiiAiRit FOLDING noncR £0<ir APAPER
fOR BUT nomRs ^ R n X F ^

for CUT
Flowers.

^; ivv, .MnnlMii lliii'<l. StrnwlM.unl Ship

, ■ 1 tin! piK-kr-.l III) 111 n .Tilt*'

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jaokaon k Clinton Bts., OHICAOO.

1 1 r ii'iicivK Main 47IH.

Whfii wrlllnK ini-nn.)ii Kn- AMKlrlr.w 1- It-l

CUT SMILAX.

No 1 Slrin«\, 7 tn s U'tM, 20 cents.
Salisl.iilion Kii'irantfcil

EVENOEN BROS , WllllamHport, Pa.

CUT SMILAX.

1 5 ci'nis piT Slnin;.
JOSEPH E BONSALL. 308 QarHald Ate., Sa(ani. 0.

FOLDING

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

PE6K & SUTflERLflND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

^^WHOLESALE.^=-

67 Bromfield St, BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

I ncorporated.
WHOLKSALK GKOWKRS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS- SUPPLIES.

59 WABASH AVENUE,

Si:C(iNn Floor. CHIt"!A.C»0.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commissioa Florists

REMOVED TO
Boom 2. CHICAGO.

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
Clxioii-r&ncitl, 0«

DAN'L B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

Slliri-IM. (Mtl>Kll.>4 rAllKKI'I.l.^" AriK-SHKI* TO.

OTIIKIC SI'loriAl.TIKS:

I'lfirlHlH* Siipplh'H. \Vlr4i Di'mIkiih, Itiilbs,
I.oiik'h FlorlntM riio(ot;ntpliN iH<>ulnruo ad.

Cftliilotfurn l.lHtu, 'IVriiiK. fl.' , Mil u[.|i|li'ii(luii.

SAMUEL S. PEXNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. I6lh STREET,
MiMilloii Aiiiurh-riii h'liiii.t.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1121

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLOKISTS' SUPPLIES.

Telephone Main 466.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

35 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of
$5.0U and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS. ■B.J3^.^BS AND AI^I^

FI.OSISTS' SUFFIiIES.

Western Asent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

A. I.. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Acent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

Phone M*in 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

57 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. C»I0A.<3-0.

MONS. OLSEM.

Horace r. hughes.

Olseu & Hughes,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Tel. Main 47*. Con.sigiiments Solicited.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES.
FLORISTS'

METS,

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

HORTICOLTORAL ADCTIOEERS,

VASES.

©Y^Rofe^afe MarftctA.

Cut Flowers.

NEW TOBK. June It!.

Boses. ordinary varieties 1.00® 4.00

sameiperlhousand) 1C.00@15.0U

Beauty 3.00®20.0U

CamatlonB 1 OO® 2.00

HarrtBll S.OQSlOOl

Valley 2.00® 4.00

Callas tJ.OO

Sweet peas 50® .75

Mlftnonette 1.00® 2.00

MarKUerltea 25® .50

Smllai 6.UU®10.00

ABparaEUs 50.00

Adlantum 1.00

BOSTON. June Ifi

Roses. NIphetos. Gontler 2.00® 3.00

Perie, Sunset 2.UU® 4.00

Brtde.Mermet 2.0iic« S.OO

Jacqs. Brunner 5. 00(5.15.00

Carnations 1.60® 2. tO

Harrlsll 8 10®10.00

Uly of the valley 4.00® 5 00

MlRnonette. Marguerites 1.00

Stock, astUbe 2.00® 3.00

Sweet peas 50® l.OtI

Adlantum 100

Smllax 12.00@I5.00

Asparagus 50.00

PHILADKLPHIA. June 111.

Boeea. Perle, Gontler. NIphetos 2.00® 3.00

Cusln, Wattevllle. Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 3.00® 4.00

Kalserin, Bridesmaid. Testout 4.00® 5.00

" Belle. Beauty 10.00@25.00

Jacqs. outside 4.00

'• Bfunners 8.00

Carnations, fancy 1.50® 2.00

good ordinary 75® 1.25

Valley 4.00

Asparagus i)0.00®75.00

Uarrisll lilies ti. 00® .S.OO

Sweet peas 50® 1.00

Comtlower 50® .75

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00®40.00

Smllax 12.00®15.00

Chicago. June 19.
Roses, La France. Bride. Mermet, Wootton 2.00® 4.00

Meteor. Bridesmaid 2 00® 4.00

Perle. Gontler, NIphetos 1.00® 2.00

Beauty 1B.CO®20.00

Carnations, long. 50® .75

fancies 2.00® 3.00

Longlflorum 8.00

PiEonles 3.00® 4.00

Sweet peas .10

Gardenia 1.00® 2.00

Smlla.x 15.00(918.00

Adlantum 1.00® 1.24

CINCINNATI. Jone 18.

Roses, Beauty 10.CO®15 00

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 4.00

NIphetos 4.00

Perle 2 00® 3.00

Carnations 1.00

Alyssum .15

Sweetpeas 50® 1 00

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Smllax 15.00

Adlantum 1.00

Asparagus 50. OC

ST. Loms. June IS.

Roses, Perles, NIphetos, Wootton . 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. Bridesmaids 2.00® 4.0O

Meteors S.Oii® 5.i;o

La France. Albany. Hoste 2.00® 4.00

Beauty 6.00®15.00

.15®

.25® .,50

1.00

.50

1.25

15.00

Sweetpeas.

Coreopsis

Carnations, long

short

Adlantum

Smllax..

Ferns, common, per 1000 $1 . 26

BUFFALO. June 18.

Roses, Beauties.. 10.00®15.00

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 5.00

Meteor 3.00® 4.00

Gontler, Perle, Hoste 3.00

Cusln 3.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.50

" Daybreak, Wm. Scott 1.60® 2.10

short 50® 1.0:1

Valley 3.00

Sweet peas 50

Piconles 2.00® 3.0)

Smllax 15.0U®2O.0O

Adlantum 1.26

Asparagus 50.00

THE DIRECTORY

For 1S04

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine boolc
of 160 pages. Send $3.50 for it, to

J. HORACE MoFARLAND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

IS NOW Kim.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164. CHICAGO.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet rri~ ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

Wholesale Florist.

DESIRABLE STOCK FOR

Weddings,

School Graduations

and Commencements.

The product of the most extensive and
successful growers for the New York
market

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDAN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price listonapplicatioa

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK.

WHOLESfiLE ' FLORIST.

Careful Shipping: to all parts of the country.
Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTEB.,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut •Flowers.

B7 W. 30th St., MEW YORK.

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34lh Street,

Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK.

THEO. BOEHSS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 Wc-sT 30th street,
NEW YORK CITY

Egtabllshed 1879

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

wo. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTtemont St., BOSTON, MASS.

1122

The a mer i ca n Fl orist.

June 21 ^

HRe ^eeS Urac^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

D. I. BlSHXELL. St. Louis, president: S. E. BRIfiGS.
Toronto. Ist vice-president: A. L.. uuN. 114 Chambers
street. New York, secretary and treasurer.

Failure of the Texas Seed Co , Waco,
Texas.

LIST OF CREDITORS.

Pratt Food Co., Philadelphia $ 5.21

S. L. Allen & Co., Philadelphia.... 134.57

Stecher Litho. Co., Rochester 119.13

Mrs. Cora L. Christopher, note... 750.00
Texas Seed & Floral Co., Dallas,

Texas 11.90

J. C. Vaughan, Chicago and New

York 10.52

r. C. Lewis, Catskill, N. Y 3.63

L). Landreth & Sons, Philadel-
phia, Pa 63 60

Griswold Seed Co., Lincoln 327.66

R. Frotscher, New Orleans 15.00

Peter Henderson & Co., New York 31.00
Z. De Forest Ely & Co., Philadel-
phia 526.16

D. L Bushnell & Co., St. Louis,

Mo 53.52

Northrup, Braslan & Goodwin

Co., Minneapolis 84.42

Ed. Strauss, Waco 5.00

Michel Plant & Seed Co., Sc.

Louis 25.65

L. H. Rumsev Mfg. Co., St. Louis 65.55

Yoakum Seed Co., Tyler 8 40

Farm & Ranch, Dallas 14.70

Davis & Davis, note 50.00

Mrs. M. W. Trice, Waco 104.45

PREFERRED CREDITORS.

Mrs. M. N. Trice, Davis & Davis, Mrs.
Cora L. Christopher.

ASSETS.

Stock and Fixtures $1,307.00

Notes and accounts 170.00

I 6nd no one interested in thiscompanv
except W. T. Christopher.

C. W. CocKERiiAM, Trustee.

It would be interestinp to know on
what grounds the Texas S;ed Co. based
iheir request for credit. The above figures
would indicate that many of the leading
«eed houses have not yet drawn their
lines of credit sufficiently close, or that
the concern has Ixrcn mismanaged.

Mr. S. p. Leo.nard and wife are now in
San Jose, Cal.

Both St. Louis and Toledo arc men-
tioned for the next annual meeting.

All varieties of pole beans growing in
California arc reported in bad shape.

Kai.ss occurring in different sections
through the west about June IG have im-
proved the crop conditions.

Amonc the flower seed novelties prom-
ised (or IHO.'i is a double morning glory
and new colors in Jewell nstcra.

J. M. Tiiokiii Rs & Cii. have had their
burinrsR incor|xjrntcd under the New |cr-
sry I'lwi withacn[>italstockot $300,000.

lloi.iiKMs of vine seed str>cks arc not
di«|Kjsrd to make rates while the out-
come of thc.N'cbraska cro[>s of thin season
is so uncertain.

Till. American S:cd Trade Association
now has nn active mcml)cr»liip list repre-
senting over l.'i.'i of the lending houses in
U. S. and Canada.

TllK Blue (irass crop is reported good,
and if dry weather continues for the next
ten days, or the harvesting season, mate-
rially lower prices arc assured.

Present st.\tus of Wilson tariff bill as
it affects the seed trade is as follows:
Garden seed, 10' .; bean?, 20'; ad va-
lorem: peas, 20 cents per bushel of 60
pounds.

Pea CROrs are said to be in fair condi-
tion, though some growers claim their
fields to be one-third off; others say Won-
ders, Stratagem and two or three other
green sorts are short.

The city of Toronto has been so fortu-
nate as to receive from Sir David Mac-
Pherson his extensive collection of hard
wooded plants, the result of some 40
years of intelligent and painstaking effort
on this line.

The ELECTION of oflBcers of the Am.
Seed Trade Association for 1895 took
place on Tliursdaj' and resulted as fol-
lows: D. L Bushnell, St. Louis, presi-
dent; S. E. Briggs, Toronto, first vice-
president; T. W. Wood, Richmond, Va.,
second vice-president; A. L. Don, New
Y'ork, secretary and treasurer; Frank T.
Emerson, Waterloo, Neb,, assistant sec-
retary. Executive committee: W. .\tlee
Burpee, Philadelphia; Jerome B. Rice,
Cambridge. N. Y.; J. Charles McCul-
lough, Cincinnati; E. B. Clark, Milford,
Conn.; C. P. Braslan, Chicago. Mem-
bership committee: W. W. Rawson, Bos-
ton; Frank Ford, Ravenna, O.; H. A.
Johns, Sioux City, Iowa.

ONION .u
SEED. ^^^

CROP 1894.

.^^^^ Hrices for New Crop

"^ — 'made on Application.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411,4l:t j^ 4ir> Siiiisoine .street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

HERMANN'S SEED STORE,

4/3 EAST 34-TH STREET,

Near Lour Islnii<l Ft rr>-, NEW YORK.

JUST IN. NEW CROP OF

Primula chin., Cineraria iiybr.

Wr .(t<- ii>i\v rc;i'l.\' t>i luK.k crd* r> for

ROMAN HYACINTHS. LILIUM HARRISII,
LILY OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

Write for pricts. il will wivc you money.

PRICES LOWER ON

Hulbsf Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
For <'iiiiilot:<it-. iKMii'MM

C. H. JOOSTEN. IMPORTER.

:i < ,».|iil<'« slip. NKW \iiKii.

JOHN BARTH BOS,

BULB GROWER.
OVERVEEN. HAARLEM. HOLLAND.

A^ciiIh lor r. ^. mill ( jiii;i«lii:

C. B. RICHARD 4, CO..

el BhOAOmay, /VEkV YORK.
Trnih' f 'ntnlovu,* uti n|i|,ll,-nllon

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

Orders Booked Now

for Future Delivery:

Lily of the Valley, forcing pips;
Roman Hyacinths, Narcissus,
Spiraea, and all forcing bulbs.
Azalea, Rhododendron,
Roses, etc., plants. Address

August Rblker&Sons,

136 & 138 W. -nth St., Wpvu YnpL
p. O. station B. IICW I Ul K.

AMERICAN GROWN
DUTCH BULBS.

To introduce my American grown Nar-
cissus for forcing by florists 1 make
the following special offer. Bulbs
ready now. Per 100

NARCISSUS CAMPERNELLE, - - $ .75
DAFFODIL RUGILOBUS, - - - 1.50

1 would like to correspond with any one
desirous of jjoiiig into the busine ss of growing-
Dutch bulbs in America. I have a stock of
■lOO.OOO. in 10 to 18 varieties.

South Carolina is the very best section of
the U. S for the growing ol these bulbs. I
have successfully demonstrated this, and
can offer a splendid opening to a man with
some capital and familiarity with horticult-
ural work.

MRS. J. S. R. THOMPSON.

. . . SPARTANBURG, S. C.

RARE SEEDS, BULBS, PLANTS

AND CACTI.

NEW MAMMOTH PERFECTION COSMOS,

"Eriinda" (white); Rosctu (pink), both sorts

mixed.
NEW GIANT CAI.LIOPSIS "Golden Glory."
NEW IPOMCKA Heavenly Blue.
HYURID BEGONIA SEED.
SMIl.AX. FRENCH CANNA.
NEW TOM THUMB NASTURTIUMS.
MAMMOTH VERBENA (pink, white and red

only).
FINE HYBRID CACTUS SEED.
CACTUS Ni^ht-bloomcrs and choice Hybrids

(alHo Cuttings).
CUTTINGS of nil classes of GERANIUMS in

IfirKc iniiiiititics.
Contracts taken (or Fall Delivery. Srn-l for trade list.

MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD,

VEr,TUBA-BY-THE-SE«, CAL.

ipLANTS! BULBS!

Kv.ryihliik' ai'i"rtiiliilnr to (he Pnrm
nml f.iinlrn of Die hcHt and chulccBt
quiillty. riMC'KS KHillT.

rHiaI«.Kii*» on ainillrntlon. I

WEEBER A, DON.

114 Chamocro fir.. New York City, r

.Mrntlitn AriiiTlcrin Klnrlnt,

i8g4'

The American Florist.

1123

0\Jlt buyers will visit Hollnntl. Southern France and Hernmda during: the month of June,
and orders placed with us now will have most careful persouitl attention by them.

BULB
PRICES.

IMPORT ^ ROMAN HYACINTHS,

and all Krenchi Bulbs

LILIUM HARRISII

AND DUTCH BULBS.
FREESIAS Ready, Select Bulbs, per looo, $6oo.

!^f 0"VV is the time to order. We are quoting tlie lowest rates of the season.
«Sr-APPLE GERANIUM SEEDS, new crop, per 100, 25c ; per lOOO $1.25.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE "rHicAG'o."

VAN ZONNEVELD BROTHERS & CO.

s.^«s SE;iP(^i]:E;i Ad;,

Hor^t, A.]vr» ,

GROWERS OF-

HYACINTHS, TULIPS, NARCISSUS, ETC.

Now ready to quote our lowest prices for Wholesale Importers.

SASSENHEIM, HOLLAND,

GROWERS OF

P. VOS &, CO..

Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocuses, Narcissus, etc

WE ARE ABLE TO QUOTE THE LOWEST PRICES FOR WHOLESALE DEALERS.

5,000,000

FREESIAS

We will deliver Freesla Bulbs.
all ciiarKCB for transportation

Buy FIRST HAND

paid, as follows:

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000. $4.00

1-4 to 5-8 inch per 1000. $3.00

Liberal discount on larger lots. Send for our price list.
Order NOW your Japan Bulbs. Longitiorum. Aura-
tums, RubruTOs, Albums, we are Headquarters.
We are the ONLY FIKM In the U. S. who ^aran-
teeyou SOUND 15UI.BS delivered.
Address all communications to

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

(Established 1878.) SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

HulS6Doscli Brotners,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs m Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

lUustrated Wholesale CataloKueB on application.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

ENGLEWOOD, N. J.

New Catalogue (No. 4)
containing over 1,000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use.
such as envelopes, letter
heads, bill-heads, cards,
advers., floral designs, etc.,
at from 30c. aud upwards.
Price of Catalogue 25 cts.
(deducted from SI order).

A. BLANC3

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

PITCHER & MANDA,

SHORT HILLS. N. J..

are now prepared to quote the Lowest
Import Prices on all kinds of

BULBS FOR FALL PLANTING,

and prospective buyers would do well
to secure their prices before placing
any orders

If you are a buyer of forcing bulbs, send them a
list of the quantities you require for estimate.

UNITED STATES NURSERIES,

■■ SHORT HILLS. N. J.

CYCLSMEN SEEDS.

European straiu.

LILIES OF THE VSLLEY,

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,
122 E. 23rd Street, NEW YORK.

Please make us oflfer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

Great Bargains in Calia Bulbs.

Desiring to CLOSE OUT my ENTIRE STOCK
of CALLA LILIES I ofTcr Bulbs, all sizes, VERY
LOW for August delivery. Send for prices.

Will exchange splendid large Bulbs of Poly-
anthus Narcissus mixed, for Rex Begonias.

MRS. THEODOSIA B. SHEPHERD.

VENTURA-BY-THE-SEA, CAL.

TO

BA.CCO ^" '" "'^ ^^'- "' "'^ *"^"'

y% jjMrn ^ lbs $1..50; 100 lbs$2..50.
J-' U & X . «ysample Free.

Vaughan's Seed Store, ^^ Chicago.

FORCING ROSES.

The nice, clean stock of forcing roses in
following numbers and varieties, true to
label. Must be sold to make room.

300 Brides, 4-inch; 600 3-inch.

1300 Mermets, 4-inch; 340 3-inch.
6t0 Perles, 4-inch; 525 3-inch.
SO Mme. Testout, 4-inch.
250 La France, 4-inch.

4-inch $10.00 per 100: 3-inch $8.00 per 100.

580 Bridesmaids, 3-inch )J7.00 per 100

100 Kaiserin Augusta, 3-inch. ..10.00 per 100

80 Mme. Testout. 4-inch for |12.00

50 American Belle, 4-inch for 10.00

100 American Beauty, 3-inch for 10.00

160 ■' " 4-inch iSc. each

175 " " 5-inch 25c. each

C?.sh must accompany order.

FRED. BURKI, wholesale Florist,

BELLEVUE, Allegheny Co., PA.

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

strong plants from 2^-inch pots,

$50.00 per 1000.
From 3-inch pots, $70.00 per 1000.

TESTOUTS AND BRIDESMAID.

From 3-inch pots, |6.00 per 100.
BRIDES, 3-inch pots, |5.00 per 100.

Chrysanthemums.

strong plants of leading varieties. Our
selection. $3 per 100; $25 per 1000.

J. T. ANTHONY3

2205 Michigan Ave.. CHICAGO.

SPECIAL

For sale in 3-inch pots, well grown,
strong plants, f. o. b. on cars at our
place. No charge for packing.
TERMS: Three months, or 10 per cent, off
for cash in fire days. . . .

PAPA GONTIERS, MARIE GUILLOT,
BRIDE, SUNSETS,

LA FRANCE, WOOTTONS,

WABANS. PERLES,

BRUNNERS. MERMTES,

MAGNA CHARTA.

U ROCHE & STAHL FLOWER CO.

LiMii t:i).
COI.I.INGDAI.E, Del. Co., PA.

Strong, healthy plants, from 2. -"^ and IMcch pots.

price, i<i (XJ. JJ.OO and w.uu per luu.

I'ERLE, SUNSET. NIPHETOS. MERMBT. BUIDB-

METEOR. WOOTTON. DOSTE. M. NIEL,

LA FRANCE, AND ALBANY.
Strong AM. BEAUTY, from S-lnch pots. H.OOperlOO-

JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, III.

-MERE

IS WHERE YOU GET YOUR
MONEY BACK.

•IJ Strong 2'2-inch Bride, Mermet and
♦ Albany Roses, $2.50 per hundred.

STRONG SMILAX PLANTS,

Ready lor planting. $10.00 per thousand.

Cash with crder.

SOUTH SIDE FLORAL CO.,

.... SI'KINCiKIKLU, ILL.

RAApA Mermets, Bride, Gontler,
Ul|\b\ Perle.Clim.Perle.Sunset.
IIUULUl Wootton, NIphetos, Hoste.

First quality stock from 4-in. pots.

PER HUNDRED $10.00.

PER THOUSAND . . . $90.00.

0130. r^. x^^vi-ei-cisi*,

S07 Washington St., Dorchester, Mass,

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June 21,

St. Joseph, Mo.

I suppose our trade has been fuUyequal
to other parts of the country. While
there has been no special gain yet we
have held up to our former trade, both in
cut flowers and plants, and at times ex-
ceeded. This was especially so both at
Easter and Decoration Day. We found
we had calls for a better class of flowers
than is usual for the last named day.

In plants I was fearful that the trade
would be demoralized in the early season.
Like nearly all other cities, we have a
couple of florists who pride themselves on
cutting prices. One house started out at
retail price and a discount off' of 'a to all
their customers. Two other houses sold
at about fifty per cent below the usual
retail price. .\s I have always been op-
posed to cutting, I held out for my prices
— geraniums, 3-inch $1; 4-inch $1.50, per
doz.; E. B. roses $2.50 per doz., 4-inch
pots, and other things at the same rate.
Our planting season is just over and
our bouses are empty.

D. M. Reichard.

Coke Dust for Propagating.

Instead of using sand, Mr. A.A.Young,
the florist of Jewett City, Conn., fills his
propagating bench with coke dust pro-
cured from a nearby gas bouse. He finds
that cuttings of all soft stufl^ root much
more readily in this material than they
do in sand;furthermoreit is of gritty sub-
stance, never turns sour and does not soil
the fingers as one would suppose. It is a
waste product, thegas house people being
obliged to him for taking it away. His
gas bills however run as high as ever.

A. T. B.

200,000 ROSES 200,000

Nice stock troni 2/-^-inch pots.

Per 1000 I erlOO

PERLE $25.00 $2.,S0

SUNSET 25.00 2.80

BRIDE 22.50 2.50

MERMET 22.50 2.50

GONTIER 22.50 2.50

MME. CUSIN 22.50 2.50

MARECHAL NIEL 25 00 2.S0

LA FRANCE 24 00 2 75

WHITE LA FRANCE 2(.00 2 75

ALBANY 2400 2.75

METEOR 22.50 2.50

WATTEVILLE 22.50 2.50

SOUPERT 22.50 2.50

CLIMBING PERLE 3.50

BON SILENE 3 00

MRS. DeGRAW 3.00

SOUV. DUN AMI 22 50 2.50

And ill standard varieties in Hybrids,
Teas, Hybrid Teas, Climbers, Polyanthas,
etc , etc. btrictly our own seli-ction, t2<J.0U
per tWjcj; »2 25 per 100. Same Irom 4inch
pots, 16.00 per 100.

Send in your lists for prices.

TKItMH «:AHII with OltllKK.

CUT SMILAX. 10 cents per String.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO,,

Mention AniBiicnn KIor1«t

Roses for Planting.

r. I ;np iW 111!

HI N IJU Ivlnch .. m U)

Ki Vlnch tOU !l-lnoh.. . H (II

h ).V. 2)tHiicb t.lO MncU . x lU

MM' .» *lncli.... liUU

I'Klll.K a-lnob ... il.UU

MI-IIKTrjH. mineli 4.0V

All wrn •trnnir Msltlir plnnU

BROWN & CANFIELD, Springfleld, III.

ROSES. ROSES. ROSES.

Last call. See our Low Prices. Per 100

5000 Am. Beauties, in 3-inch pots, $4 00

5000 Testout, 2 inch " 4 00

1000 Brides, 3 inch " 4 00

1000 La Prance, ' 4 qo

Also other varieties at same price.

REINBERG BB,OS., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

Fine thrifty plants,
fronx 2>i-incli pots.
I'lTino Per 100

SENATOR McNAUGHTON, $10.00 KAISERIN A. VICTORIA, - $6.00
PERLES, ... - 450 WICHURAIANA, . 5.00

CLIMBING PERLE, 5.00

ALTERNANTHERA. red and yellow (1000 S2o). .$3 00 CUPHEA LLAVAE 84.00

FLOWERING BEGONIAS 3 00 FUCHSIA TRAILING QUEEN 4.00

COLEUS— German Noveltiesof '93, our select'n .5.00 FUCHSIA. General collection 3.00

COLEUS-General collection 2 00 IVY GERANIUM CHAS. TURNER 4.00

.\Iso a Iiirffe stock of Palms, AraHcarias, Fious, .Vspiilistra var.

Western Springs, ill. VAUbHAN O OLlU O I UKb) 146-148 W. Washington St.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perk, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Testout, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany,

Gontier, White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch

pots, $5.00; 3-inch pots, $6.00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, $6.00; 3-inch, $8.00 per hundred.

THIS STOCK IS AVEI.I. (iKOWN AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSflNTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MflV, Summit, New Jerseu.

40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES.

VwWy e<)iial to tbose sent out tlio laat two yeiirs. and perfectly healthy In every rewpect.
growth trom tlowerliij; 8h(K>t8 used In propa^atlni;.

GKN. .lACUI'KMINOT, KAISKKIN A. V.

ULKICH liltl'NNKIt, IIKIDKS^IAID.

3-lnch potu. 18.00 pur 100.
I'KKLKS, SINSKTS.

SAFKANO, NirilKTOS,

3-lnch pots. V llOiier 100.

SOUV. Df; WOOTTON,
I,A FKANCK,

.1-lneh pots. fr.;.00 per 100.

HON SII.ENK,
ItKIDKS,

4 In.'h puts. flO.OO per 100.

READY FOR

IMMEDIATE

PLANTING.

Only selected

METEOK,

MERMETS,
MMK. HOSTE,

]>II^I<4>:V. I tl< ><>ii>.'-il >iil-i>;.

Brides, Brldesmaide.
Ferles, Metiers, Hostes,
From 2. 3 and 4-ln. pots.

Cusius, ....
Niphetos. Testouts,
Iia France. Mermets,

Address fur «ju<dnlli

T. w. sT.::';."^;..KK. VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Hole AKontM for U. H. for <;Iiuh. I\lurliitoHh A.- ('(»,, Kn^liiiifl. liu'i-iitMrH <>1 \'iilciinl/:oi! Iiulln Rubber,
Kxtni HtroTiK irrcM'nIi<tiiH(> hiiHi; u> wltliHtiiml lili;h prt-wmirr. "i Wi , :iiily. V.n-. per font In fji fe(«i Icn^rtliH.

K^Ojs^^.

I^o^o«s<

In 2< .. 3 and 4-inch pots.
ALL THE LEADING VARIETIES FOR FORCING.
Write for prices.
1 1 i.-Mi li I lu:, ."v. ■>-. j<>ii:v 1 1 ic?Mi >ici'<>*<>:v o<>.

A "n/TT'l? Tr* A "KT TIT'ATT'P'V tkstout, k. a. victoria, bkides-
•"•■•■"■■CjX»»x\//xx« J3x:«.n.uxx, maid, ukidk, mkkmkt, mktkok,

Pl-.kl.K. bUNSi-,1, CUblN, l.A 1-RANl-h, :i and 1 inch pot.s, iiriinc- ^lock. slii|,|)iil .it .sp.-ciiil lie).
Write lor priccH, incliidinn delivery to your Kxprcss olTicc. A, 0> MaCDbAN, L3K6W00U, NiJ,

leoisi'

Mf-tcor and

Mcrinrls. CiififiiH Wnttrvill-

1^ I'rnticr. f.'t (10 prr tOI)
StrotiK Aincrtoin Hrnuticfi, |.'i.00 per 100; tlO.OO per

lOOU. .VlOnt lOOOrnlrn,
*rf-rtl»rcinl nricrti on niwnittty. I,rt nir prirr your

Until CiiKh with onlcr.

\Vf*nl Korfdl I'ttrk, Ht. I.oiiln, Mo.

Mention Arnurlcnn Klorlat,

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worki'd \<m on llie .Miilieltl Stuck, urter the iK'St re-
■ultJi tu the llurlsl. hluuiNliiK freely mid kIvIiik plenty of
cutttiiKs fur prupiiuiilln,^ iiiilekly. Fine plnnts fur sale
I'V the lOOur IIUU. nt low rntus.
I'rlee l.lsiM lu nppncdiits. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston). MASS.

.Menlluii Ainerlriin I'lurlst

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1125

WINTER FLOWERING ROSES

] We devote more than half of our greenhouses to the production of Winter Flowering Roses,

I and have. the finest range of greenhouses in this country for that purpose; they contain every im-

I provement in regard to durability and labor-saving appliances; the rafters and purlins are of

I wrought iron, securing very light roofs and extreme durability. The water is

I warmed in very cold weather before using by the exhaust steam from *he *tetn

I pump that supplies the houses with water; liquid manure is all

I pumped by steam, and everything to secure the highest develop-

I ment of our stock, and at the least expense, has been sought for

I and secuied, and our new range of iron rose houses, covering two

I acres of ground, and devoted exclusively to the production

I of cut roses, are conceded by all who have examined them to

i be without question the finest range of greenhouses devoted to

j rose culture in the United States, and we believe, in consequence, we have exceptional taLili-

I ties for supplying strong young healthy rose stock at the lowest possible prices. These '-- ■'

I houses are worth examination, as they are conceded to be model houses in every way. Visitors

I are always welcome.

* AMERICAN BSy^L/T v.— The largest rose and the most vigorous growing by far among continuously
5 blooming roses, throwing up verv strong stems from the base of the plant, every shoot terminated with a single
S flower, which is of the largest size. Color, deep rose. In foliage and size of flower it resembles the large Hybrid
J Perpetual or Hardy class, and is similar to Magna Charta or Glolre de Paris. It is as fragrant as the most fra-

* grant of Hardy roses, which, coupled witli its vigor. V.w-n' size and beautiful color, long stems and continuous bloom, places it at the head of Winter
S blooming roses. It requires skill and lavi-rablf conditioiis lo ilower it in perfection, but when successfully flowered no other rose approaches it for
5 beauty or profit. 2}4-inch pots. $10.00 per 100; $90.00 per 1000.

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA -

B has altnictt'd luorc attentiun tliiin a ny rose sent out -^4^^^^^^^6^- -^ "*""' i'"^'-' "'' <-i^'riii:in origin tliat is attrafliim a

great deal of attention and promises to be of great
value. In color it is midway between Bride and
Mme. Hoste, a delicate cream" white. The buds are
both larger and longer stemmed than those of liridi'.
The habit of the plant is singularly strong, vigor-
ous and healthy: the flower is most delieiously fra-
grant. Winner of the Silver Cup ofl'ered by the F.
R. Pierson Company, at the Madison Square Gardfii
Chrysanthemum Show for the most promising forc-
ing rose never before exhibited at a Xew York
show. First premium New York Chrysanthemum
Show, Fall, 1893, awarded us for this varietv.
Price, 2»4-inch pots. $8.00 per 100: $75.00 per 1000.

SR/DE'S/WA/O.— (Originated by Frank L.
Moore,) This is tlie rose we have all been waiting
for — a Merniet whose color is constant through all
kinds of weather. Mermet has always been ac-
knowledged as more nearly approaching perfection
than any other pink rose, its one fault being its ten-
dency to lose color in dark weather. In the Brides-
maid we have it with this one fault corrected, and
every good trait unchanged. It is identical in
form, habit of growth and freedom of bloom with
its parent, and. unlike Waban. it never produces
malformed buds. Many of the largest and most
wide-awake growers about New York intend to dis-
card Mermet and plant Bridesmaid in its place the
coming season, and we believe results will prove
their wisdom, as its uniform good color causes it to
bring a correspondingly uniform good price, and

^ The past winter it has brought fifty per cent more

than Mermet: when it is realized that it is fully as free of bloom, no more need be said on

, . , .-,■,, , - ^ ., this point. We won /^i>,y^ /'r/rtf two successive days at the Madison Square Garden Chrysan-

] tined to wm a high place and prove very profitable to ti^pm'uni Show fall of 1892, for this varietv. Mr. T. J. Shiughter, who has been a large and verv

I the grower. First premium awarded us for this variety, successful grower of Mermet, voices th^ universal verdict when he says: "It gives me great

111.1893. Price. 2>4-inch pleasure to give the Bridesmaid my hearty recommendation: from my experience with it this

yitwx I am convinced it will s-ypersede the Mermet entirely, o\s\\\^i to its iietler color and greater

market vaUi<' 1 intend to give it all the room lean possibly spare. I think growers will go strong for

it next year." 2'4-inch pots. $8.00 per 100: $75.00 per 1000.

'/// /V7ETEO/?.— The finest crimson rose for wini'-r blooming; verv doui)le and very dark velvety

/a crimson scurlet, its only fault being a teiidencv to become bla<-k during tli.- shortest days of winter,

W./ but when well grown it "is not excelled: a superb variety. We l' row tins rose very largely, and won a

' '^ Sliver Cup at the Madison Square Garden Chrysanthemum Show, for tlie b>-st twentv-five blooms, also

both first and second prizes for the best twelve blooms. We arc recognized as Iiavini: tlif Iiest stock

about New York, and are headquarters for this variety. In 1893 we again re.-riv-d First PniniiiMi for

our exhibit of Meteor at the New York Clirysanthemum Show, and also a Bronze Medal at the

world's Columbian Exposition in Chicag-o, for our exhibit of this variety, ij^-inch pois.

;.00 per 100: $55.00 per 1000.

DE WOOTTOA/.— A very valuable scarlet-crimson, much like Jacqueminot
rarietv t
cl

MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT.—ThisrosG

altracti'd luore atteiilitm than a ny rose sent out
■e tin- AnnricMii Beauty. It was the winner at the
Madison Si|uari' Garden Chrysanthemum Show of the
Laniki; Silver ('IP I'or the best new seedling of Europ-
ean origin not exhibited previous to 1892, and it was
coiislaiitly surrounded by an admiring group througli-
out the show. It is a Hybrid Tea. with a decided,
though delicate tea fragrance. It is a very vigorous
grower, throwing up heavy bottom shoots in jirofusion.
and is also a remarkably free bloomer for so large and
fine a rose, producing scarcely any blind wood. In form
it is very simihir to La France, and in size much larger.
In color it is simply unequalled amoner pink roses, be-
ing of a wonderfully clear brilliant pink, of one solid
tone, without shading of any kind. It needs no special
Ireatment. and for a highcla5sroseofeasyculture.it
is certainly unetinalled. Large roses that can be cut in
tlie half-blown >iiite. like Beauty, are becoming yearly
more fasltionable and the popular taste seems' to be
growingin this direction: we have needed a good pink
rose to meet this demand, and believe that Mme. Tes-
tout will fill the bill. Mr. Ernst Asmus says: "This is
the best Hybrid Tea the French have ever sent out."
Mr. W. W." Coles says; "I have grown many varieties
of roses, but have never seen one with so many good
(|nalities as the above. I shall be very much mistaken
in my pn-diction if we do not find, within a few years,
tliat tliiTe are a thousand Testouts grown for every
hundred La France." Mr. Robt Craig says: "I want
to tell you that's a nice thing. The color of Testout
is its great point. In that respect it is far ahead of La
France. It will keep in the cellar for three or four
days, and as the color fades it keeps a pleasant shade,"
Growers, Retailers and Flower Buyers are alike enthu-
siastic in its praise, and in our opinion this rose is des-

Silver cup awarded us 1891 for our ex-
hibit of Meteor Roses; for best 100 Red
Roses of any variety.

hence makes it much more profitable.

pot^

(■lir\s;nit
$8.00 per 100,

.how. V:
$75.00 per 1000.

SOUVENIR

Silver Cup awarded us for ^leteor Roses, ex-
I hibitcd at Madison Square Garden, 1892. for best
] 25 Red Roses of anv varietv.

... ..,. ..ml eoli.r: :in easv variety to Mower and has "a dejiclniis fraL.'ran«'«'. Throws good stems, but fre-
i|ui'ntly in ■•IusI.ts. in which case, bv disbudding, the size of the rlow.T is largel^v increased. The best
crimson Win(«-r-tlo\M-rini: ro~.' ai th'- pn's.'ut tiin<* 'for g-eneral use,'* all tlnuL's considered. 2'4-
inch pots. $6.00 per 100, $55.iO per 1000.

MME. CUSIN, PERLE, MERMET, NIPHETOS and BRIDE, $5 per 100; $45 per 1000.

F. R. PIERSON CO.,

TARRYTOWN-ON-HUDSON, N. Y.

112G

The American Florist.

Jutte 21^

Lenox, Mass.

Lenox at this season is a veritable
paradise, in which some of the most
active angels are members of the garden-
ing fraternity; everyone is very busy, but
notwithstanding that fact the boys are
always glad to show a stranger all the
courtesy and hospitality that lays in
their power.

The mansion of Mr. G. H. Morgan af-
fords the finest views in Lenox. It is
built in the Elizabethan style of architec-
ture and only recently finished. The
pleasure grounds are forty-five acres in
extent and were laid out and planted en-
tirelv under the direction of Mr. J. F.
Huss, the genial superintendent, who in
two years has transformed the place from
a howling wilderness into a triumph of
the landscape gardener's art. Many large
trees, in some cases sixty feet high, with
frozen balls ot earth fourteen feet in
diameter, were moved, and of all the trees
so moved (principally birches and sugar
and scarlet maples) not one has died, in
fact the magificent trees on the place are
among its greatest attractions; the large
elms, birches, maples and locust and
tulip trees are unequalled in Massachu-
setts. Other pleasing features are a lawn
twentv-five acres in extent planted at in-
tervals with beds of choice conifers, Japan
maples (in thirty-two varieties) and two
immense beds of hardy rhododendrons.
The kitchen garden and greenhouses are
in truly English stvle, being surrounded
by a brick wall eight feet high enclosing
about two acres. Against this wall are
planted trained fruit trees; the beds of the
garden are bordered with cordon-trained
apples. The greenhouses consist of four
plant bouses, added to which are rose,
palm, peach and nectarine houses, all
well stocked.

At the place of W. D. Sloan, Esq., every-
thing is in the apple pie order character-
istic of Mr. W. Griffin, the superintendent.
The large collections of palms and ferns
are in grand shape. In this class of stock
Mr. Griffin has the largest and finest col-
lection in this vicinity. A house of Amer-
ican Beauties he has just planted is a
sight to behold.

Mr. A. H. NVingett, superintendent at
Charles Lanier's, has a very fine hybrid
anthurium that he expects great things
of. >^-

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Kcixly for uhlpnii-lit from .July to Septemlier.

Calla Aelhiopica. fine dry rooU in all siMS.

Lil. Longlllorum. ready for shipment from October
l»t to March 1'), ISllj.

Lil. Auralum. Spec. Rubrum ind Album. Etc.

Iril K*mplcri. in 100 choice varieties.

Jjpinete Maplet. in be«t varieties

Camellias. Paoniea. Tree Ferna. Raphii. Cvcaa
Rnoluta. tn\xr\t (crowinB plantu with fine foliage
from ii cenU to V> each; freah imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roota and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March. lijOS.

For general Japanese atock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 10 312 Wa)ne SI . SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

CAN N AS. ''p™s.a...

lUJiir.'v'I ,\. line (or lullaKl) « c, conn

MMK ( lUiZV «lloenU

I'AI I. MAIiglANT «IUoonU

Al.l'llo.v^K IKilVIKK WlioonU

., ^, T.*" "."c'W,' .. . SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.
Horticultural EitabliahmenI,

Always mention the American Ro-
rist when writing to advertisers.

(Sherwooi> II.vll Xuksery Co.)

No. 427-9 S.^xsoME Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HE.VDQfARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Nativt; Bulbs. I 11 Y RULRS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

kozl bill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

and PJ'o-w I'lajats,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American Florist.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A Knuti) wltTllnii lur Htovo. (irouiiliuiiHU iiml Von-
Borvatory

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. IMmmock will bo plfUMod to Int«rvlow
buyers or reply to niiv coniinunlonllon inIdreBMod to
tiliii nt^JT. <;rci'tnvl<-)i s't,. NY-w York City,

SPECIAL OFFER. IVr I0() I'c-r 1000

rnniirrmNHisl Maiiifnothn, ■." i Iri.li pulH. . . .n.W) T^^.m
*;enrTftl (■-)ll«'<'tl-.M. ruinM-d,-'' i Im<-Ii p-.Im . 'i.H^ 'A'.UU
LemnlumM. fl'-ut.li? iirnl -In*;!'' :;'■■ In jH.tn H.IM)

KontI for Itrlrt! lint of i'linmll'-rm < 'ltrv«riMt In-iiillinfi

mid other tirirint Hlock.

WOOD BROTHERS.

irialil<:lll, 19. 'V.

PATENT^

Tradc-Markt, Copyrights. Etc.

CHflNDLEE & MflCflULEY,

Atlantic Building, WABHIiraTOir, D. O

1 CH

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QfQRGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

E.G. HILL & CO..

wnoiesaieFiorisis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

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AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII

Original stock from cuttings only. Special low

rates by the thousand.

LANGAN BROS., flstoria, Long Island City. N. y.

DWARF
FRENCH
CAN N AS

We offer an immense stock of strong, well estab-
lished plants from 4-inch pots, which will make a
display at once. All have been well hardened off
in open frames, and must not be confounded with
dormant eyes or freshly divided plants out of
benches.

We list here only the principal varieties, of
which we have a large supply. For a general list
refer to our Spring Trade List, which describes
over seventy-nve varieties including all the desir-
able novelties of the season.

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant 8.00

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15.00

Explorateur Crampbel 12.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) 10.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15.00

Secretary Stewart 10 00

Antoine Crozy 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardy 8.00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess de Montenard 10.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant duRhone 8.00

Edward Michel 10.00

Geoffroy St. Hilaire 8.00

T. Thomayer 15.00

Miss Sarah Hill 10.00

Mr. Cleveland 10.00

Mile. Liabaud 8.00

Nelly Bowden. 6.00

Princess Lusignani 10.00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Ventura 8.00

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

L. E. Bally 15.00

Francois Corbin 8.00

Mr. Lefebvre 8.00

Mile, de Cruillon 10.00

President Hardy 10.00

Pierette de Biorlet 8.00

Isaac Casati 8.00

Due de Montenard 10.00

Segionaire 8.00

Sophie Buchner 25.00

Emile Leclerc 6 00

We will furnish one each of the above varieties,
46 plants for $.5.00, or if this set contains duplicates
of any varieties you have in stock we will omit any
that you may specify and add other choice varie-
ties in their place.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Mention American Florist.

PLANTS, $1.00 per tOOO.

strong;:, well rooted and

stocky.

Address CELERY PLANT CO.. Kalamazoo, Mich.

CELERY

ZIRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been
simply magnificent, this season, and our seed
beds are a sight to behold. Never before
have we obtained such size and colors, and
as usual, wherever exhibited, have eclipsed
everything else, receiving also the most flat-
tering testimonials from the leading florists
and seedsmen all over the country.

We will have new Seed to offer on about
July 1st of our popular strains

THE GIANT MARKET
AND GIANT FANCY

in trade packages of 2000 and 500 seeds
respectively, with practical directions to
sow and grow our pansies; pkt. |1.00 each.
Also plants for sale later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL,

. . . NEEDHAM, MASS.

Pansy * Seed.

The JENNINGS STRAIN of high trrade Pansy
Seed. New crop now ready. Saved with special care
from only the very Hnest varieties and (warranted)
flrst-class In every respect.

THE JENNINGS XX STRAIN.
The cream of Pansles. Grand colors ml.\ed. pkt.,
150U seed, $1.00: 1 oz. ¥8.00.

The Jennings Strain, finest mixed, pkt. 51. OC about
25U0seed: 1 oz. $ti.OO; 3oz8 $15. 00. No skim milk In this
strain. (They are just as good as 1 can make "em).
To my old patrons I would say they are a big improve-
mentovcr last season— more variety and finer colors.
The best strain for florists either for winter bloom or
spring sales: all large flowering.

Black Dr. Faust, finest pkl.. 2500 seed, Jl.OO

Finest Vellow, black eye "* " 1.00

Pure White, the best " " 1.00

Victoria, bright red pkt . 1000 seed, 1.00

All my own growth of 1894. Half pkts. of any of the
above &f)c. Please send money orders or registered
letter. Cash with order. Address

E. B. JENNINGS. Wholesale Pansy Grower.

Lock Box 2;M. SUUTHPOUT, CONN.

Roemer's Superb Prize Pansies.

The flnest strain of Pansies In the World.

'I Introducer and Grower of all the leading
\ \ No velties

CatalOKue free on application
FRED ROEMER, SEED GROWER
giTKDLINKDKG, GEKMANV.

1

C 3e*. O I* I* ' fc»

RIESEN PENSEE

neueerrte fertlg mllte Junl. Blumen uber 3 /o
Im Durchmesser. schoneForm.melst helleKa rbe
von unubertretfilcher Qualltat. 1000 Kom Jl.H
6000 Korn Jl In Brief marken od< r Post Anwel s un-.

Krfurt. Germany.

Pansies Worth Raising.

There is mouey iu them. Thejr have proved
it again, even in these hard times. NEW
SEED, pelfectly ripe.

l-tO ofan oume *!-{!9

l-2ofanouuce 4.00

Cash with order.

CHRISTIAN SOLTAU,

199 Grant X\e.,

.JKKSKY CITY, N. .1

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

"HELEN KELLER"

Tlie new Carnation; pure white, deli-
cately luarked with red.

Price for well Rooted Cuttings:

$;i.UO per dozen; *12.00 per 100; J35 00 per 250;
y.tO.OO per 1000. 500 at lOUO rate. Orders may
be sent either to

JOtif* N. Mfly,
Snniniit, N. J.

EDWIN LONSDALE,
Chestnut Hm,PhUa.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.
FREO. CORNER & SON,

Carnation
Growers,

-%.-%>LA FAYETTE. IND.

^™ JACQUEMINOT

. . OA.:R:Pf A.Tio:iv

18 endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sight,
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
MO RK s AM PLES— we cannot spare the time. Send
for circular. Per dozen, $2.1)0; per 100. SIO.OO; per 1000.
«30.00. 2S0 at 1000 rate.

PETER FISHER & CO.,

ELLI.S, Norfolk Co., MASS.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings aU sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the

fi]' ^

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co., PA.
Mention American Florist

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations I Chrysanthemums.

STANDARD VARIETIES.
MARIE LOUISE VIOLET RUNNERS.
SMILAX, 2K-lnch pots.

SatlsfacttoQ and prompt shipment ^aranteed.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING,
Elmwood Ave. & 58th St., PBILA., PA.
Mention American Florist.

F»JL,A.1VT®. Per 100

'"uchalas. best varieties, nice. 2^s-Uich pota RJ.OO

3-lnchpot8 .S.OO

Geraniums, Bronze, nice plants 2.60

Mme. Sallerol. nice planta 2.00

" double and single. 2Vlnch pota 2.50

Begonias, mixed, many varieties. 'Ji^-lneh pots. .. 3. (hi

Alternanthera aurea nana, stocky plants l.jO

P. major, stocky plants 2.00

Address N. S. GRIFFITH.

ludependeDoe. Jucksou Co., Mo.

Carnations a Specialty

Rooted Cutllnfis and Younj: Plants eold out.
Nice Meld-Grown Plants In Sept. Send lor prices.

GEO. HANCOCK & SON. Grand Haven, Mich.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

Now ready, from 2-lnch Pots. stronK plants,
price. »1.5<J per dozen: $10.00 per hundred.

DAILI.EDOUZE BBOS., Flatbush. L. I.. N. Y.

112:^

The American Florist.

[line 21^

Worcester, Mass.

It was the same old story Memorial
Day, more stuff than ever before, atd we
would have sold twice as much; all tbe
florists (oftheprogressiveorder) reported
a much larger business than in 1S93.
There was an unusually large demand for
carnations, and although we handled a
good many we stopped booking orders
the 2Sth. Roses ofcourse werealso short,
in fact everything was short, but the de-
mand for carnations and roses was the
most noticeable. Lange had a hundred
foot house of pink and white stock, and
rive hundred longiflorums, that helped to
fill the aching void, also his insidepocket.
The trade did not differ much from that
of last year, the rail being mostly for
loose flowers, boucjuets and baskets.
Small hydrangeas, etc., in pots disap-
peared early in the game.

The regular trade is very fair; we are
handling large lots of first-class stuff,
and regular prices are still holding firm;
we are also doing considerable funeral
work of the best clasf.

The first lot of outside hybrid roses
were brought in the 9th of June, which is
as early as I have ever seen them; all we
need now is a good crop ol June weddings
to use them up.

Most of the churches decorated quite
extensively June 10, Children's Sunday,
and gave to each child a potted plant.
Florists who handle bedding stuff report
fairly good sales. Seedling.

San Francisco.

Mr. Robt. Armstrong, for some years
manager for Timothy Hopkins, Esq., at
Sherwood Hall (Sunset) Nurseries, has
commenced business on his own account
at Mountain View, Santa Clara Co., and
is going to grow cut flowers for the San
Francisco market. He Has commenced
building four greenhouses, one for roses,
one for chrysanthemums, another for
carnations and one for violets. He is
a thoroughly competent floiist, attentive,
obliging and has the respect and good
will of all who know him and has every
chance of a successful venture.

Jolm McLaren, supcrmtendent of Gol-
den Gate Park is a hustler. The beautiful
artistic carpet and other Ixddingis nearly
all complete; the designs arei.xccllent and
tbe workmanship cannot be surpassed.

r,. M. s.

I'Untii from last fall: thcKc have a foundation and
will \>tv^n tu ruu tttrougat once. 82.60perl00;
8J0.W) i>«r 1000.

CLEMATIS for Fall Dallvary.

Sj.'-ci.'il nritrn al wli'.Irsnlr, f,\\ jij»p!ic.'iti<jii.
^;«:rii(li<f hfjck (iii'I :^•^h(.rt^n'■llt

F. A. BAI.LEB. Bloomington. IlL

CELERY PLANTS

WHITE fLUME. GIANT PAbCAL. GIAN! GOLDEN

HEART ind GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING.

I ;. I'l i("'wn |.l;inli>, II ;:.'■ per 1000.

Th« New PINK PLUME. tr.-in<iplnnte>l pInntJi, rLW

j^r KJIJO.
Sample mailr.I frrr.

Cnjili wilh onlt-r.

C. M. 6R0SSMAN, Wolcottvllle, Ind.

Cyclamen Seeds.

KOCHS iUPEHB PRIZE trCLAMEN.

Th« FInatI Strain in Iha World.

pi'.—..|. M.ttl

ihml

llilr ... .1. 1 \0

nlfinvfo .. .

\">i 'I. 1.7.1

I K A

lull M.<.4t» i; tt

FRflNGIS' mm. STEMMING POINTS.

Latest Device for Stemming' Cut Tlowers
without Toothpicks and Wire.

Will keep Stt pieces fresh longer, as tlower
stem is entered deep in the moist moss. Made
from solid brass, will not rust, very conven-
ient, saves valuable lime and labor. You can
stem tlowers with these points in one-quarter
of the time as when done with toothpicks.
Will hold a pansy as well as a calla lily. Man-
ufactured by the Novelty Point Works in 5
sizes, from ',< to y2 inch in diameter.

Xn ^o:3ces of lOOO f>oiixts.

1 (smallest) «0 cts. SIZK No. 3

•:j ~0 cts. SIZK No. 4

.SIZE No. 5 (largest), per bo.\ of 250 points, 33 cts.

FRANCIS' CORRUGATED HOLD FAST GLAZING POINTS.

Per bo.\ of lOOO Points 50c. C:in be sent by mall lor l:;cInndilitlon. See advertisement In last Issue, June 14

Z. I)E FOREST EI.Y & CO., Philailelphia. I PETER HENDERSON * CO., New York,
.v. ROI.KEK & SONS. - - - - New York. I F. K. .McALHSTER, - - - - New York.
W.II. KLLIOTT & SONS, - - - New York. I WEEBEK & DON. ----- Jiew York.
C. H. .lOOSTE.V, . . - . New York. I J. A. SI.M.MEKS, . - - . Toronto.

Samples for trial sent by mail, postpaid, un receipt of 10 cents. Address

HERMANN ROLKER, Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

GENER.VL AGENT FOR AMERICA AND ElROl'E:

P.\ TENTED July llth, isie.

SIZK No.
SIZE No,

KG cts.
90 els.

I n.ti witli 'ir'lvr

LUDWIC KOCH, Wandibek. Hamburg. Germany.

Mmllon American Kloriit.

Water Plants.

Eichhornia Azurea (New Blue Water Hyacinth),

each 20c; dozen SI. "5.
Eichhornia (Pontederia) Crassipes Major (Water
Hyacinth), $2.00 per 100, prepaid, or }8.00 per
lOUO, not prepaid.

Each noz. Per lira

Nelumbium Speciosum $ .40 85.00 S-'o.OO

Nymphaea Oevoniensis 50 5.00

Flava 20 2.00 8.00

Odoiata 10 1.00 6.00

■• Gigantea 20 2.00 12.00

Zanzibarensis Azurea, in

hloom -10 3..50 25 00

Rosea, in bloom 40 3.50 2.5.00

Dentata 50 4.00 30 00

Pistia Stratioles or Water Lettuce .15 1.00

Myriophyllum Proserpinacoides or

Parrot's Feather .15 1 00

Sarracenia Variolaris. .10 -50 3.00

Limnocharis Humboldtii (Water

Poppy) . . .10 .60 4.00

Small plants of N. Zanzibarensis and N. Dentata,
10c each, or seeds 10c per large packet, or 82 00 per
ounce, not prepaid.

Nephrolepis Exaltala (Sword Fern), selected plants
from open ground, 812.00 per KOO, or 82 00 per 100,
delivered.

BRAND & WIGttERS.

SAN ANTONIO, FLORIDA.

<H K ltAK<iAI\ MST. IVi lUti

Kn«ll.-h Ivv,;:-lii<li |«jtM. utu \ IVut hlyli 5-^.CU

( oleiiM. i-ur ruifuliir f-l HBsorttnent l.fiU

I'ltlvuntlniN. li-tn. \n\Xy, imr reifular?*! plants 2.tXI

(.fninliiMi*«. uK?.(>rn'(l. tu siivc carrylnK over . 'i.CO

,\ licrniiiiilKTii. In clone at once l.CU

Ur.Hi'N (^inM-lfil oiiiTi. hrirto. La Krance. Mermtt... 2.00

\'iTiii-riuf«. til<-(_' iiMMdriiiK'ntul colore, ll-lnch 1.(10

Kiiclmlaw. t.'.vtrn nice. In bloom -.UU

Tlio ' Ilanl Tlmyn " ChhIi rnl.ecllons of I'alm8(17:i&
4-ln. for f:i. and ;u for *i: T-atanla, Kuntlatt. etc. i are
iiiovlntf. Inn wu can mipply all who nenrt at once. Men*
Ion AMKliiCAN Ki.ouisrancl receive l«r(;« Trllinnii
iivHrlH. 4ir '.\ KiiKliHli Ivy, free.

Wll.riAMS & SON.S ro.. KHtiivlu. III.,
Miinittiu-nir<TM ni H\r\\r\ Lamiis.

FRESH SEED

;uuu Phoenix Canariensis,

from an e.\tra fine isolated specimen, J2.25
per Ifioo, pn'pnid. Cash with order.

PACKARD FLORAL CO.

635 S. Broadway. LOS ANGELES. CAL.

"^ DREER'S
GflRDtN Seeds,

Planli. Bulbi & Requiiilei.

lliry ai,- Ihr bvit "I tht

oweil prices. Trade Liil !•■
Mini ([iiMitcrly. mailed free
If, thr trade <»flly.
IIKNKV A. DKKKK,
I'hIllMlclphlH, I'u.

i :u' . luiilttiy planU. in 2^x3 inch pot.s,
rriiOy t<i make kixxI i>trin([ii, S2.fi0 per 100.
Cnh with order.

rorllthHt. Al.rufllMV Are. .MII.WAI KICK, tVIB.

35,000

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 Icinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12kindsby express. .$4 .00 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by
mail 50c per 100

CASH WITH ORDER.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Kox 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY, OHIO.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

Ijargest and tlnest stock In the United
Stales . Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J.

Tuberous Begonias.

(iUIKKIN'S STUAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.
Wuare iK'uilinuirtofw Tor the
aliuvc. till' Ilnt'wt Ntniln In the
*"-^'_o.^ worUt. Si'rul tor Illustrated
deKorlptlve cataloKHc wltli copyilKl't enKravlngs. It
teiIt4)'(Mi nil about tliem.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. Griffin, Mgr. Westbury Station. L. I.. N. Y.

The Water (warden.

Spi'iliil iiiMl Ihirrty Wiilcr I.lllci. .if nil ccilciru.
VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI, EURYALE FEROX.

.Sfjiiuihliiiiir. In viirlcty, lliirdy Oi-iuiiiicTital pliiiUN.
HulMi<|iiiitl<' pliiiitN. I'lc. I'lc. N yiii)>liii-ii l.iiyilckuri
nmisi uiwiinU'il u .Mcilal iit \Vnrlir„ l'":ilri; iiinHtcliartu-
IllKcf Mil llir H.MUpV I.IIIi'b; »-J .illi.Mi'h.

Other (nlMllllilMM Niiyi'llll'Hm'C'llllllliKIIO.

WM. TRICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J.

I mail .'^I^aill. Nt*w .Seud.

Cyclamen GJganteum. ilnrk red

1>iMk KosnMaricutlial
white with red.
" " btst white . . .

" '* inixct) all colors

mixed all c<ilors 75c 100 seed.
AUGUST BEOXEB.

I.i-\ln|;l(iii, Ky.

lOt'ii Huod
8175
■1.75
1.75

5.r>a

4.60

Cnsh with order,
I'. (> Wux lit;

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE S2.00.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1129

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate of IVlerit
awarded lor ventilating ap-
paratus at ttte St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for S years,
no chain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send lor Catalogue and Es-
timates.

B;. HII*I»AI«r>, "yo^arxgsto-waa, Olilo.

W. C. KRIGK'S

PATENT

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.
These letters are
niiuie of the bcstlm-
ninrtellea, wlreft on
wiiiifl or metal fntniCB
lnvlng holes (Irlllerlln
them to iiiyert tooth-
picks, by which to
fasten them 1 n the de-
sign. All 1 nf rlnge-
menta propecuted.
:.MuchI.etter8,$3.0C
per IIXJ.
Postage, 16 cts. per 100.
Before purchasing
send for free sample
and catalogue and
compare with any
^otlier letter on the
' market.

W. G. KRIGK, 1287 B'dway, Brooklyn, N. Y.

For sale by all Florists' Supply Dealers.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

Manufacture THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

sizes Ihi-lnch and :3-lnch, $-J.OO per 100. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 500 letters we give away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.
Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.
AGENTS: A. Rolker h Sons, New York; Marschuetz
& Co.. 25 N. -Ith Street. Philadelphia, Pa.; F. E. Mc-
Allister, 22 Oey St., N. Y.; Ernst Kaufmann & Co.. 113
N.4th St., Philadelphia. Pa.; H. Bayersdorfer & Co..
Philadelphia, Pa.; A. D. Perry & Co., Xi Warren St.,
Syracuse, N. Y.; A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleve-
land, O.; E. II. Hunt. T!l Lake St.. Chicago; Wisconsin
Flower Exchange, i:il Mason St.. MUkwaukee. Wis.;
H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cincinnati, O.;
T. W. Wood & Sons. t;th and Marshall Sts. Richmond.
Va.; Jas. VIck's Sons, Rochester, N. Y.; Dan'l B. Ix)ng,
Buffalo, N. Y.: C. A. Kuehn, St. Louis, Mo.; C. F.
Huntington & Co., Indianapolis. Ind ; Z. I)e Forest
Ely & Co.. 1024 MarketSt., Philadelphia, Pa ; Portland
Seed Co., 171 2nd St., Portland, Oregon; A. Herrman,
415 E.:S4th St.. New York; Geo. A. Sutherland, tir Brom-
fleld St . Boston; Welch Bros.. No. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton; N. F. McCarthy tStCo.. 1 Music Hall Place, Boston.
J. A. Simmers. Toronto. Ont., Agent for Canada.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

PHILADELPHIA, FA.

Onr new Cataloirne is now out. free apon
Application.

MflRSGHUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SUDDli6S.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Send for Catalogue .^^^^^L.

World's
Fair.

MEDAL JWJIRDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North 4th Street,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

("•T A QQ ROCK BOTTOM PRICKS Send for
'OT-Lixi-OlO. Estimate. Sallsfactlon Guaranteed.
f«.X:f:X> Gb'Xj.A.ISIS C30.,

66 Warren St.. and 46, 48 & 50 College Place,

rffe-wTV- Soar Is. C^lty.

thlamerican florist GO.'S

DIRECTORY
REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING :

1. The names and addresses of the Florists, Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch of the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2. A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch of the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given.

; 3. A list of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Cauada.

4. A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.

5. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Roses m commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of introducer, and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given.

6. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate description of
each. Synonyms are noted and varieties that
are very popular with American growers are
designated by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

7. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introduction and
brief, accurate description of each.

8. Seasonable Hints for the ^ear, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
published. It is written in a plain, practical
way, by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

9. A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of essays
read at each meeting, with other information
of interest.

10. A similar historical sketch of the American
Association of Nurserymen.

11. A similar historical sketch of the American
Carnation Society.

1*2. A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

13. Similar historical sketches of the Florists'
Hail Association of America; of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delivery Association.

H. A complete list of all National and Local
Trade Organizations, with names and ad-
dresses of principal officers, time and place
of meetings, etc.

15. Statistics of Commercial Floriculture in the
U. S. from the last census.

10. Statistics of the Nursery Industry in the U. S.
from the last census.

17. Statistics of Seed Growing in the U. S. from
the last census.

IS. A list of Leading Horticultural Societies, with
name and address of the Secretary of each.

1!). Full information about Express and Postage
rates ou plauts, shrubs, trees, seeds and bulbs.

No /ess than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

p. O. Drawer 164.

CHICAGO.

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
illatlng sash one ata time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance or having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for 1 If you are

We have pot just the thing vou need, the NEWEST
and 15EST thing out. "The New Departure" for
about half the cost of the old style. '3end for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRiyiOPy, Evansviile, Ind.

LITTLE'S ANTIPEST,

A

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer of
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price Iilst.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FLUSHING, Queens, Co., TS. T.

When wrltiim menilon the American Florist.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

•CYPRESS-

dreeniioiise Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

1130

The American Florist.

June 21^

Pittsburg, Pa.

Trade continues fair; the last week or
more of fine weather has warmed things
up and the bedding plants have been
pushed to the utmost. The bedding stock
in the markets is poor. I hear that some
of the growers are keeping stuff" back un-
til the cheap, inferior plants are disposed
of, as good prices cannot be obtained
with so much inferior stuff in the market,
which sells for little or nothing. At the
same time the growers seem satisfied, and
all say that the demand has been much
greater than anticipated.

Work has been rapidly pushed in the
parks and another week will find nearly
everj-thing planted. Little planting be-
ing done previous to the middle of the
first week in June, evcrj'thing came in a
rush.

The retail stores have had a very fair
week. B. A. Elliott Co. and A. M. & J.
B. Murdoch had the decoration of the
Monongahela House for the general
freight agents' annual convention; it was
quite an elaborate affair. The plant dec-
oration was done by the firm first named
and the cut flower by thelatter. Messrs.
A. M. & J. B. Murdoch have also been
quite busy with several weddings. Pat-
terson Bros, have also been quite busy.

F. Burki left for Europe Saturday, June
16. hoping to return about the first week
in August.

Herbert, youngest child of Supt. A. W.
Bennett, of the Bureau of Parks, died Fri-
dav, June 15, aged 13 months.

The S. A. F. conventionin AtlanticCity
is the talk of the boys, and if all go that
are talking about it the attendance from
this vicinity will be large. A.J. E.

Would come through Quick.

A daily paper gives a vivid description
ol the beautiful sights to be seen at the
local market, and eventually drops into an
attempt to instruct as well as entertain.
A sample of the instructive items follows;

One dealer had three or four bushel boxes of
seed potatoes for sale at 40c each. The potatoes
were covered with sprouts two or thiec inches ill
length, but the dealer proudly eiplained that they
woulri come through the ground all tne quicker
with the sprouts on.

c!)^VlANZ

fir^COMPANY- •

...IfAvlor, A HA(7.n><r POOf t«^

■ uMiwo ^ tiicTuorvPiNO ■ -

163 /ttONRpi: Strict

■■'CHICAGO' ' •

Mi'i,H"n Antirrlrfiri Klorlnl

Standard Flower Pots.

r«lcr HiH-^'Inl dh
rr> n liiri/r

PRICE LIST OF STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

10 (MT »«.nt on for rn«h with

%ti\\r\\ on Inrt/n nnWTx \Vi? v
(it<>r-k on tiniMl or uoo'l ntn.

I4|-lnch tffU. per lUU) • H.OU tiHnch iiuU. per lOUU KCi.UU

4

El

<I.IO
400
MO

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n -(I

porlUU

XTi.UI

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'ri.ui
loiju

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40 cu

Addrnu. HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

.... I owr i;i)WAHi». N. V.

AottMt llullwr k. H4>nii. ia>l A Vf. W. ^th HI., Nu» Vurk
City. New York Ajiurila.

kk

ProotaPudflino"

Toledo, Onui, May 24, 18!H.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,

Gentlemen: — The Cypress material I purchased from you for cou-
stnicting my ten new greenhouses was in every particular satis-
factory. When I need more you shall have my order.

Respectfully yours, GEO. A. HEINL.

GUTTER MSTERiaL, RIE)GES, SaSH, ETC.
The anest CLEAR CYPRESS used.

For elrcularH and estimates AUUKESS

LOGKLflND LUMBER 60.

rvooltlfeiincl, O.

««

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried oflf highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. »nd Union St.» Jersey City, N. J.
jHcksou Ave. and Fearaon St., Lon^ Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the finnofSipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The busine.'is will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant aiul capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and mast serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patrouage iu the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples aud we know you will give us an order.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE, N. Y

SYRACUSE POTTERY GO.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brijjhlon, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Poltary, new Machinery, the very host Clay in (lie Country,
and our new PatanI Kilna, all combined, make the beat Standard Pot
in tlio market. Send (or price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Manager. 15c»«it :Brooltii'le.lCl, AdAfllfll.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Alio Dcalnrt in OIL BURNERS, and Agents tor

Sneir* Hydranllo Svatem *>f uKing oil for furl
\t\\\\Kr-^f'%. I^'n otittt ^ and J-i lo J-i chrnjiT thim conl.

509 Madison Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.
t.F~5und for Circular. . . .

Monttun Amurlcan Klorlal.

ECONOMICAL
Water
Heaters

Fell (iKEENHOUSES.

-■■nil f.il itit;lli.«tH) t(l

JOHN DICK, Jr.,

■iilJH. nth SI...

Philadolphia, Pa.

i8g4'

The American Florist.

1131

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn, "

House,Carden, Stock ,,_^ _,_

oranyotherpurpose. UnT-AlK

Send for Illustrated Catalogue IIUI Hill

OF THE

DELAMATER-RIDERANopyiyiPII^Q
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON ri^ipiyp

PUMPING ENGINE.
ENGINE.

Their operation is so simiile and
eafe that a child can run ttiem Th ey
■will pump water from shallow
streams oranyk.ndof w<-ll. Thev
canbearrantre'dforanv kind of fuel

Capacity 1,500 to 30,000 gallons
of water a day. according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue.
NEW YORK, N. Y.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

xiixz>xt.c>'%rEix>

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAOO.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

Gurneu

Hot Water Heaters
# Steam Boilers.

UNEXCELLED FOR GREENHOUSE REQUIREMENTS.

Send for Oreenliouse Catalopne.

Boilers made of the best of material, shell, flreboi
sheet* and heads of steel, water space all around
(front, sides and back). Write for Information.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GASSKK'S FATKNT ZINC JOINTS for but-
ting Elass makes fn^eeii houses air and water tifrht; also
prevents sliding and breakage from frost. Does not
cost as much to heut a house plazed with the joints,
tliereby saving' enough Iti fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of t,'la/.lnn. Tlie leading florists of the
countr>' are using them. Write f<jr circulars with full
particulars and price list.

J. M, GASSER, Florist,

Kiiclid Avenue, CLKVELAND, O.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomailG VeniliaiiOr.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated descriptive
circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Suter.

Address,
lioz 114.

SPRINGFIELD. O.

Do not be deceived by Inferior Gla/.ler
Points, but use only • • . .

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

Manufaetnre*! by the

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

GURNEY HEATER MAN'FG CO.

163 Franklin Street (Cor. Congress),

BOSTON. MASS.

JOHNSON' \; Co., 71 .John St.. New York and vicinity.

J. C. F. Trachsei.. 'IX'ii Arch St.. Phlla. and vicinity.

A. A. GRIFFIXG Ikon Co.. 'M Dearborn St . Chicago

and Western States.

uL Hdier neater.

Mention American Florist,

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

Nfliim Gas Mffi Gkis.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

■VVjrlt^ for latest jjrloes.-^"^"^'^-*

Fat. 1882, '8s, '86, FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDtK
■«s ,v, o, o\us, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a hos«
can be applied.
Sizes, J4-inch to 42 inches diameter.
The making, vending or use of any Serviceable
Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-
arninMaibbkiwu.vuu.Aw.-«H^B^-— ture is an infringement on one or more of our

Patents. The rights secured to us render each Individual dealer or user responsible forsuch unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For yrices and discounts address WATERBURT RUBBEH tO«
Sole Mt'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Gnp Armored Hose Patents, 49 Warren Street, New To.i-
.T. C. VAUGHAN, Agent, CHICAGO.

'90, '91.

SnUHBBTEaOALl

Evans' iiUDrovecl GfiflLLENGE
Venlilalina flpparalus.

Write for lUuslrated Catalogue.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS. Richmond. Ind.

HAIL

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THB HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER, Sec'y, F H. A., Saddle River. N. J

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gutter up.

Correspondence solicited. Kstlmatea cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE. PA.

1/59 & 161 South FIftli Ave. NfW York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Rose Ilougeo, Conservatories, etc., etc.

1132

The American Florist.

June 2l\

Index to Advertisers.

Adv. rates, etc IIAJ

American Boiler Co.. .1132

Anthony J T WV.

Bailer FA 112S

Bayersdorfer U 4 Co-U-li

BeckerAup 112S

Berverll U & Co 112:)

Blanc A 1123

BonsalLlosE 1120

B.a.lohn Barth U22

Boston letter Co 11211

llmnd 4 WIcliers 112S

Brown A Canlleld 1124

Bunting Sauil . 1 1127

Burkl Fred 1123

Bums A Raynor 1121

BumjwJG 1119

Carnian 11 W 1129

<Bnn..dv.I I) 1129

Celcrv IMantCo 1127

Cliandloe \ Macauleyll2lj
CliBo Fuldlnu Box Col 120
Corbrey .^ McKellar...ll.'o
ColtaKe Gardens The. 1127
Cox Seed i I'lant Co. 1122

Crabb \ tlunter 1130

Cnipii Carl 1127

Dalllcdouie Bros 1127

DeamudJ B & Co 1121

I>e I^mater Iron \Vksll31

Dick John Jr 113U

Dillon J L Hit

Diimer VYed & Son 1127

DrterU A 1127 112S

Klllott \V U 112U

Klllson Wm 1120

Kssex HelBhU HI C01I31

Kvenden Bros 1120

Keltaelm Lyman 1131

Ktober Peter * Co 1127

Uaner J M 1131

tionialez KACo 112ii

tiriftlthNS 1127

Grossman C M 1128

Gumey Heater Co II31

Hall Aas n 1131

HunL>x-k.V Son 1127

llartfonl II K 1120

llelnl .loseph 112:1

Henderson Jtilin Co.. .1124

llerr Albert M 1119

Hermann's Seed Storell22

llfWB A II A Co 1130

llllllni;er Bros 1130

Hill KG \0o 11211

Hlppard K IIZI

HltchUiKii.^Co 1132

HcHjker II M Co 1131

n.min KdwC 1121

llul.teboseli Bros 112:1

Hunt KH lU'l

Hunt MA Kstate 1124

Hunter Krank 11 1121

JennlnKs KB 1127

J.«.stenC II 1122

Kuufinann Kmst & Coll?.)

Ki'nnlcott Bros Co 1121

Koch l.udwiK 1121*

Krick W<' 112;)

Kr.M»<liell Bros Co.... 1 131

Kuebn r A

Ijtnuan Bt'w

l.n llwlie « Stahl

Flower Co

I>jckland Lumber t?o.ll:fll

iiinit l>an'l B 1120

l^nsdalu K<l«ln 1177

l>jnl Jt Bumhalu Co..ll:{2

1120
.1127

112

McCartllv N F i Co.. 1121

McFarlahdJ U 1121

MoKarlnnd J U Co.. . .1119

Mac Bean A S 1124

Manda W A 112G

ManzJ & Co 1130

Marchuetz ACo 1129

MayJnoN 1124 1127

.Michel I'l t 4 Bulb Coll2«i

Mlllang Bros 1121

Monlnger .Ino C WSi.

National riant Co... .1124
NMIes Centre Floral C(ill20
Nova Sculla Nur8er>'.1119

Oasis Nurserv Co 112S

Olsen \ Hughes 1121

Packard Floral Co.. H2S

Parker GeoL 1123

Parmenter Mfg Co.. .1130

PennockCJ 1127

Pennock Sam'I S 1120

Plerson F K Co IIM

Pittsburg Clay MfgCoUSO

Pommert Chas 1119

Prince AG 4 Co 1120

OuakerClty Mc hWksUSl

Randall AI, 1121

HeedGlaaaCo ll'.ll

Ueedi Keller 1129

Relnberg Bros. ...1021 1124
Richards C B 4 Co. . . .1122

Roberts D H 1131

Roehrs Tbeo 1121

Koemer l-'red 1127

Rolker Herman H2S

RolkerA4 Sons 1122

RussellSJ 1128

Sander 4 Co lize

Schiller 4 Co 1123

ScollayJno A 1132

Shepherd MrsT B11221123

Sheridan W F 1121

Slebrecht 4 Wadley..ll2ii
Situations, wants, etc.1119

Smith Natb4Son 1119

Soltau Christian 1127

South Side Floral Co.. 1123
Spooner Wni U.. . 1124
SlatMlngcr 4 Harder. .1119

Stemniler T W 1124

StrebySO I12S

HtrackJN4 Bro .... 1129

Sunderbrucb U 1. U2U

Sunaet Seed 4 Pit Co.i:2ii
Sutherland Geo A — 1120
Syracuse Pottery Co.. 1130

Tesson R F 1124

Thompson Mrs J 8 R..1122

Tricker Wm 4 Co 1 12«

United states Nurs'B..ll2i
Van Zonneveld Bros

*Co I12;i

VaughanJ C llil 1124

VoB P*0o 112:1

WalkcrKACo 1119

Waterbury KublierCollSl
WeatheredsSonsT Wli:i2

Wceber 4 Don 1 122

Welch Bros 1121

Whllldln Pot Co \\/U

Wllllama 4 Sons Co. . 1 12H

Wlttbold(ico ir2i:

WolfKK li:il

Wolff L Mfg Co 1131

Wood Bros II21I

Young ThosJr 1121

/.ImiHebel l> 1127

/.weFrcl N 1128

WiiESEVER you want anything per-
taining to the trade, and do not find it
ofTered in our advertising columns, write
to us and we will take pleasure in assist-
ing you to find what you want.

r

^4,

^.iZJllJi«2&

l^'^jo^ n/iwrnokf^r /\vr..,GnicAoo. i

GREENHOUSE HEATING f VENTILATING

Horticultural Architecture and Building.

"''"^"^^^^"HITCHINGS&CO.

Established 1844.

' 233 MercerSt., NEW YORK.

FIVE PATTERNS OF BOILERS.

NINETEEN SIZES.

f '^p Perfect Sash Raising Apparatus.

Rosehouses, Greenhouses, Etc., of
Iron Frame Construction, Erect-
ed complete, or the Structural
Iron Work shipped ready
for erection.

Iron Frame Benches with the "Perfect
Drainage Bench Tile" or Slate Top.

SEND 4 CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

ty Plans and estlntates furnished on application

Front view of a portion of oar exhibit at the World'ei Fair.
SE/VD FOUR CENTS ROSTAQE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOOUE. ^ • m

LORD & BURNHAM CO.. Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

ARE YOU interested in the best modern
system of heating your Greenhouse. If
so write to us for Catalogues. V/e make a
specialty of greenhouse heating.

18 TYPES.

174 SIZES.

aC^^ rOR STEAM AND HOT WATER.

ADAPTED TO ALL KINDS OF FUEL.

^7jwncan ^oi/er Compa?i2/

•ADVAN.K' Tr,..,oM»rk, BOSTON: NEW YORK! CHICAGO: PORTLAN D. ORE.
ri>r Hot Wiilvr. 195 Ft. Hill Sqr. 94 Centre St. 84 Lake St. .

127 Sixth St.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

Horticuitoral ftrctiiiecis and Hot Water Engineers

Ki^ml for <'>ilult>),;u4>. t'licluNltiK -1 cciitH lii HtitinpH.

JVo. 2-T-l O«»i*ol «t.» iVI5W -vowic oiT-ir.

HoiKl Ifoi' »» «J!o|»>'

t>w <_>x/it

TRADE DlREOTORy

MO REFERENCE BOOK.

HH-IOIG ma.oo.
AMERICAN FLORIST CO..

r. O. Ilr;iu..r nil. < IIM'AGO. 11.1..

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

~^ T'MIG Myrtli' Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y.
i>*-Sriul for Ctilalojfiie,

MiBBrica is "the Prow at the I/bssbI; therB may be more comfort Mmidsbips, but we btb the Srst to touch Uaknau/n Ssas.

Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JUNE 28, 1894.

No. 317

'^nm llk^mmmm IFik@i!3B@7

Copyright 1S9-1, by American Florist Company.
t)ntered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published every Thursday by

Thb American Florist Company.

323 Dearborn Street, Cliicago.

Subscription, SI. 00 a year.

To Kurope, $2.00.

Address all communications to

AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY.

p. O. Drawer 164, CHICAGO.
Eastern Office : 67 Bromfield St.. Itoston.

'I'lils pnperis ii member of the Associated Trade
Press find the rhleago Trade Press Association.

The Tenth Annual Meeting

OF THK

Society ot American Florists

WILL UK HELD AT

ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.,

AUGUST 21. 22, 23 & 24, 7894.

- Members may remit the annual dues ($y.0O) to the
seiTctiiry prior to themeetlnir.tliusavoldlngthe crowd
and rellovlnu' the otlicers on the opening day. BadKe
Inr Is'.u will bo sent by mall to those who remit In
advance of the ineetlnK.

Intending; members can obtain any Information
wanted by addressing the secretary.

OFFICERS :

.1. T. Antiiunv. ChlcuBo, president; Uobeut Kift.
I'hllftdelphia. vice-president; WM. J STKWAltT. r.7
Bromfield St.. Boston. Mass.. secretary.

CONTENTS

Arrangement of flowers, VII (1 illus.) \VX\

Hints on store management 11.34

Hardiness of plants in various exposures . . . ll;jf

Clirysauthemums— Bxhibitions 1130

—Notes llJJIi

Miscellaneous seasonable hints 1137

Foreign notes 1137

Carnations— Notes . . 1138

Rose and strawberry show Mass. Hort. Soc. . 11:38

Boston 1138

New York 1130

Philadelphia 1139

Chicago 1139

Toronto U40

Buffalo 1140

Cincinnati 1140

St. Louis 1140

ludianapolis 1141

The seed trade 1140

—Field roots aud green forage crops . . . 114(j

—Duties 1148

—A funny suit IMS

Pittsburg 1150

Gait, Out 11.50

St. Paul, Minn 11,52

The "17-year locust" 1154

The Lenox Horticultural Society
of Lenox, Mass., will hold their first an-
nual exhibition Sept. 4-6. The classes to
be competed for include plants, cut flow-
ers, fruit and vegetables. Copies of the
schedule may be obtained from the secre-
tary, A. H. Wingett, Lenox, Mass.

Little Rock, Ark.— The State Hort.
Society met here May 23, 24 and 25.
The session was a very interesting one.

Arrangement of Flowers.

VII.

arrangement of vases.

Vases filled with longstemmedcut flow-
ers constitute the largest part of the
house decoration of the present day. The
banking of mantels with solid cut flowers
is not practiced to the same extent .as
was the case in former years. For small
or medium sized reception or drawing
rooms and parlors especially arrange-
ments in vases are in far better taste
than heavy banking, which latter, how-
ever, in its proper place is well enough. In
the present article we shall confine our-
selves to a few remarks on vase arrange-
ment in a general way.

What holds true of floral arrangements
of all kinds is particularly to be observed
in vase arrangements, namely avoid over-
crowding. The number of flowers to be
placed in a vase will of course depend on
the variety used and also on the size of
the vase.

In a majority of cases whereyour order
calls for a house decoration you will find
at the house great numbers of vases and
other receptacles for holding flowers,
often many more than sufiicient. But
although these might be, and probably
are, in great diversity of style and shape,
yet we find the larger portion very often
totally unfit for the purpose. The most
costly, and on that account most highly
prized by their owners, are generally the
worst offenders. You may find that a
large and tall vase has an opening so
narrow that you may have great diffi-
culty to squeeze 3 or 4 stems of lilies into
it, when it should, in order to give the
proper effect in accordance to its size,
hold about a dozen. Another style again
will have an opening of six inches or more
but so shallow that it will not admit of
the use of large and longstemmed flowers,
and short stemmed material, on account
of its height would of course be worse
than useless. Such vases may be very
handsome mantel ornaments but are
totally unfit for our purpose. In such
cases we should insist upon being allowed
to substitute some more suitable forms.
Sometimes we are privileged to do this,
hut at other times again the lady of the
house will not listen for a moment to the
suggestion, and at the same time expects
to have her vases filled effectively.

In such cases the vase with a large
opening can be treated in a simple man-
ner. Moss up a flat wicker dish of the
required size and arrange your material
in this in such a form as to carry out the
effect of its being placed loose in the vase.
Then place this arrangement in the vase.
If skillfully done and the foliage dropped
over the rim, not even an expert would
know the difference. We frequently have
to resort to either filling the vase itself
with moss, or employ a flat form to set on
top, as above indicated, in other forms of

ornamental vases, particularly those of
bronze, which, though roomy and of suf-
ficient depth, do not always hold water.
If the vase with an extremely small open-
ing is sufficiently large and massive itcan
be treated the same as abovestated, only
be careful to avoid the danger of a top-
heavy effect, as generally such vases are
very narrow at the top. If the vase is
very tall and of slender form from bottom
to top you will have to do the best yon
can by placing the stems of the flowers
in the opening.

The first step we take before we com-
mence work is to collect all the different
vases to be used in a decoration and
assort them according to size and style
adaptable for the class of flowers to be
used. Large and tall vases are most suit-
able for the larger varieties of roses such
as Beauties and hybrids, lilies, chrysan-
themums, paionias and the like. Medium
to small sizes are best suited for the gen-
eral run of roses, carnations, tulips, nar-
cissus, Dutch hyacinths, etc. Such flow-
ers, however, as lily of the valley, Romans,
violets, sweet peas and kindred forms,
require a low vase or dish.

But size alone does not always indicate
whether or not the vase is just the proper
thing for a certain kind of flower. Some
rather small vases have a very spacious
opening and if filled with asmany flowers
as these will hold, will look rather out of
proportion. Take for instance a vase of
Harrisii lilies.

The vase we illustrate is about fifteen
inches high and of a style which will ad-
mit of a generous bunch. It holds 18
stems without crowding. These are
arranged for a mantel or the corner of a
room, the flowers being arranged for
front and side view only. Now this same
number of flowers if pLtced in a tallerand
more slender vase would give a decidedly
top-heavy effect. A vase for displaying a
couple of dozen long stemmed Beauties
should be taller; that is, if the flowers are
cut with stems 2 feet or more long. For
medium length of stem, however, a vase
of the height shown in the lily arrange-
ment will answer. Choice specimens of
Beauties, as well as hybrids, make a fine
eftVet it placed in suitable vases holding
but a few blooms.

The smaller forms of roses are suitable
for the great variety of such vases as are
generally found in a house, or if these are
lacking you will furnish them from the
stock you have on hand for such purposes,
the best of all being a plain while glass
vase in suitable sizes. Oursecond illustra-
tion shows such a vase filled with mixed
roses. We purposely show this arrange-
ment in a mixture of such varieties that
harmonize in shade, as being a form often
put up when the selection of stock is
limited. In a first-class decoration, how-
ever, we rarely ever use more than one
variety in a vase. Where we confine our-
selves to but one kind we must not over-

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June 28^

look the great importance of having the
color of the flower harmonize with that
of the vase.

The vase of carnations illustrated
shows a bunch of 50 Grace Wilder. Car-
nations, if cut with plenty of buds and on
long stems, look best if set in a proper
vase without anj' addition other than a
few branches of their own green if pro-
curable.

The last illustration is of a bowl of
sweet peas. As stated above the recepta-
cle to hold these must be low. A few
branches of their own foliage are an ex-
cellent addition, but unfortunatelv our
growirs don't always take the trouble
to add a few pieces of foliage to each
bunch, so we have to use a frond or two
oladianlum; but don't let us use it too
heavily.

We shall make some further notes on
v.ises later on when we reach the subject
of decorations for various purposes, and
reserve also the arrangement of orchids in
v.ises, and other forms, for future articles.

HINTS ON STORE MANAGEMENT.

We stated at the very start of these
articles that in order to become an ac-
complished and successful "maker-up"
youmust possessathoroughlove foryour
business. But this is not the only requi-
site, unless your services are required in a
large establishment where arrangement
is your only occupation. In the great
majority of situations either as an em-
pl lye, or of course, as an employer, you
wili also act as salesman.

The late Chas. Reissig used to say that
a good salesman was worth half a dozen
artists. His estimation of thevalue of the
former as compared with the latter may
have been exaggerated, but itis neverthe-
le!^s true that the salesman plays an all
important part in a successful business.
A first-class salesman, the same as the
artist, is not made but born. And yet a
thorough training will produce a pretty
fdir article of both. Ileportmcnt islargely
a matter of training, and so is that allim-
portant re(|uisite, the correct judging of
mankind winch is acquired through long
and observant ex])criencc, but good ad-
dress and a ready tongue are the gifts of
nature. Itut one of the most important
requisites of all is a thorough control of
your temiK-r. Unless you arc blessed with
a prel ty large stock of patience and are
prepared at all times to bottle up your
tcm[Kr willi a patent stopper you had
better stay away from behind the sales
counter.

We will suppose it is a very busy day
with you. Vou have a numlK-i of large
orders to fill and growers upon whom
you deiK-nded for certain stock have dis-
appointed vou by sending in a short sup-
ply. You have Ixrcn obliged to go out
and skirmish for the needed stock and
with but meagre success. You return to
your jjlacc of business having lost much
valuable time and proceed to rush things
in order to catch up, when there enters a
lady customer who will l>c waited on
only by yourself It takes her just 2.'i
minutes to select two rose buds out of an
atiiortmcnt of some 500, every one of
which has lx:cn critically examined and
in the process of which several were
broken and the balance not ahowing a
great improvement by handling. The
price previously nsccrl.-iincd i»$l.iiOi)cr
dozen, U-IL' of n dozen is 17 cents, allow-
ing you the extra fraction of a cent for
your trouble! She sweetly hands you a
$20 note to changeand" won't you please
nut the flowers in a nice little Ihjx?" He-
ing very consider.-itc she pro|>OBC8 to
carry them home herself and save you the

trouble of sending! Now, if under those
circumstances you are still able to
politely bow your customer out of the
door and withyour sweetest smile extend
an invitation to call again, then you may
be sure that you are, as far as patience
goes at least, well fitted tor your calling.
A well known florist used to say that
the secret of success as a salesman was
ability to size up a customers' pocket
book. In how far he might have been
correct we are not prepared to say, but
that there is more truth than poetry in
this remark there is no denying. Who
has not had some experience like this for
instances: A couple of gentleman will
enter your establishment to order some-
thing for a funeral. Appearances are
sometimes deceptive and in this instance
it may be very much so. You "size them
up" to be good for about $25 and show
something for that amount that is "the
correct thing." The sale having been
effected and the bill paid; your customer
incidentally drops the remark that flow-
ers must be getting very cheap, he being
fully prepared to put up twice twenty-five
dollars for such a design. You will then
be very apt to feel annoyed with yourself.
On the whole it is generally safer to err
the other way. If the price is too high
you are able to show something less ex-
pensive.

But before fixing the price, important
as this may be, the salesman's ability
must be demonstrated in another direc-
tion, equally, or even more important,
and that is not to sell an article which
the buyer wants but one he does not
want, providing the former is hard to
obtain, and the latter you have in stock
in great abundance. Of course the very
best salesmen cannot do this always.
Some buyers manifest a decided mind of
their own and you will find it a hopeless
task to convert them. If a lady customer
asks for violets you may not be able to
sell her Harrisii lilies but if she desirfs La
France roses and you have not got thcra
in stock, and you know it to be difficult
to obtain them on the market, j'ou must
demonstrate your ability by selling some
other pink rose, and allow her to depart
with a purchase of Mermcts thoroughly
satisfied that these after all arc just what
was needed.

In a general way we find our dealings
with men entirely different from those
with the gentler sex. As a rule a man
knows the value of time and he also
knows about what he wants and what
amount he desires to expend, and if he
don't he generally trusts to your honor as
a business man to do the right thing.
And as long as you treat him in a busi-
ness way you will have but little trouble.
Of course there are exceptions to all
rules. But most of our dealing are with
the ladies and bless their dear hearts,
some of them will try the nioverbial
patience of Job. You may divide thcni
into several classes.

First there is the professional shopper
who visits every flower store within a
radius of sever.-il miles bclbre she buys 2.'>
cents worth. She expects to be shown
every flower in your establishment and is
not at all backward in tumbling your
stock about as though so iniicli hay.
This nuisance you are warranted in giv-
ing an occasional snub as her custom
generally amounts to little.

'I'hc next is the member of the "wfiuld-
be" aristocracy, who wishes to deeor.ite
her house, let us sny lor a reception, just
like Mrs. I'jiper Ten, but unlortunately
the pocket book is insnlhcieiitly supplied.
In order to come soniewlint near an ac-
ceptable figure you have to cut here, and

make another cut there, and by the time
you have agreed on the price and ex-
ecuted your job, it won't be at all like the
the one your customer had in mind, and
dissatisfaction follows. This class is the
hardest of all to deal with, and if you
manage to make a profit out of them and
at the same time give perfect satisfaction
you may consider that you have solved a
most difficult problem.

The third-class is the member of the
"shoddy" aristocracy. An easy and most
profitable victim. Be sure to furnish
something showy. Generally expense is
of but little moment and good taste of
less. So long as you are able to furnish
something more elaborate and gaudy
than wasever seen before youareall right.

The fourth is the lady in the truest sense
of the word. She is a woman of refine-
ment and not infrequently she is able to
give you an object lesson in the arrange-
ment of cut flowers in a room that you
may find worthy of grateful study. She
will leave an order with you for a decora-
tion, either trusting the adjustment of
the cost to you, or tell you not to exceed
a certain price. After the order is given
and you commence work she will never
interfere with suggestions of her own.
She may have some favorite vases which
she prefers to fill in her own way, and if
she has she quietly goes to work and
suits her own fancy. If her arrangement
is not entirely in harmony with yourown
ideas you had better keep the fact to
yourself. Never assume that because you
are a florist you know it all and that no-
body outside of the sacred precincts of the
craft is worthy of consideration as regards
flower arrangements.

The Hardiness of Plants in Northern as

Compared with Southern

Exposure.

[Read bvMr.J. C. WMcn before the SI. Louis
Florists^ Club.\

The location of plants with reference to
the sun, shade or prevailing winds, is a
subject much studied by the cultivator.
The comparative effect of direct and
oblique rays of light upon jilants, is no-
ticed particularly by all who cultivate
them under glass, and, to the practical
florist, it is unnecessary to mention the im-
portant relation which this bears to the
slope of the roofs of greenhouses, the loca-
tion of hot beds, etc.

To the cultivator of out of doors plants
also this subject is one of vital import-
ance, and has been noted and discussed
by the horticulturist since the earliest
time. The observed advantages of shel-
ter from blasting winds or glaring sun
first suggested the selection of a pro|K-r
exposure lor plants, and the idea of arti-
ficially supplying these conditions, devel-
oped the use of pits, forcing beds and,
later, of greenhouses. Methods of accel-
erating or retarding the growth of plan's
have been handed down lor centuries, for
our adoption and improvement. Ivvcii
the luxurious Komans.asrnight li.ivebeen
expected, however, of a people whi> lived
so much for the stomiich's sake, arc said
to have ni.iilc quite progressive steps to-
ward producing a succession of vegetables
and fruits, by supplying or withholding
light and heat.

In consideration of these facts, it is evi-
dent that the growth and hardiness of
plants depends upon various surrounding
condilioMH an<l environments. The pre-
vailing winds, cloudiness or sunlight, alti-
tude, proximity to liodies of water, color
of soil and many other conditions, hclpto
determine the exposure best suiter' to a
plant ill a given locality'. l'"orthis reason,
authorities upon horticultural r.cthods.

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VASE OT LONGIPLORUM LILIE3.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS

referring; to various Iccalities, differ in
their statements as to the proper aspect
for a given plant.

In Lindlev's valuable writings upon
horticulture in England, great stress is
laid upon the advantages of training fruit
trees upon the south side of a wall, for
protection against cold. The author cites
ample proof of the beneficial results of this
practice, and gives logical reasons why,
in England, it is the most successful plan.
Trees there need the heat of the sun as
early in the spring as they can get it.
This wall protects the tree from cold,
piercing winds and also absorbs heat,
which it gradually gives off during the
night, thus helping to maintain a higher
and more uniform temperature. By these
means, the fruit is not only earlier, more
abundant, of higher color and better
flavor, but the growth of the tree is more
perfect, and the wood more completely
ripened off, to withstand the rigors of
winter. The same exposure is also se-
lected for the vine and many other plants,
with similar results.

In this connection, we must consider
that England has a very moist climate,
that winter fogs prevail, and that instead
of the blistering spring suns which scald
our trees, they experience only a few hours
of hazy sunlight, during the middle of the

day. It is especially interesting to note,
that on account of this very cloudiness,
England cannot grow Indian corn,acrop
which can be matured in every state and
territory in our Union. Despite this lack
of summer beat, however, many plants,
not hardy in the vicinity of St. Louis, are
wintered in English gardens with perfect
safety.

Early horticulturists in America met
new and changeable conditions. Instead
of the mild, humid winters and damp,
cool summers of Europe, they found the
winters so clear and cool as to freeze many
of their plants, and the spring and sum-
mer suns so persistent and hot as to scald
many more. The reasons of these failures
had to be studied, and new methods of
culture and protection, as well as new
and acclimated strains and varieties, had
to be introduced, to meet these changed
environments. In our own country, as
cultivation moved westward, similar dif
Acuities were met and are still being over-
come. In many of our western states,
where the early settlers despaired of hav-
ing fruits and ornamental plants, horti-
culture in diversity is now very success-
fully carried on. Acclimatization and
production of new varieties has hadmucli
to do in working these changes, but the
study of proper location and, in many

cases, the planting of shelter belts, and
otherwise modifying the exposure of
plants, has also been an important aid
to success.

In localities where the winter temper-
ature is generally uaiforra.and wherelate
spring frosts, or scorching summer suns
are not prevalent, a southern exposure is
no doubt preferable for most plants.
Where these conditions are reversed a
northern slope is to be chosen. An east-
ern or a western slope may sometimes be
preferable, especially when prevailing
winds from these directions are tempered
by passing over contiguous bodies of
water.

The peach belt of Michigan is a good
example of the influence of a body of
water. A strip of country, which receives
the lake breezes, is admirably adapted to
the production of immense crops of
peaches, while a few miles away from the
direct influence of the lake, with similar
soil and in the same latitude this fruit
cannot be successfully grown.

Quite generally, throughout the west-
ern and inland southern states, a north-
ern aspect seems preferable for many of
our fruits and ornamentals. In these lo-
calities, away from ocean fogs and mois-
tureladen breezes, the effect of a clear
and burning sun, accompanying or fol-
lowing a very low temperature, is only
too well known. This is especially true,
during late spring cold snaps, which fre-
quently occur after growth has begun. In
some localities, the frequency with which
buds are stimulated to growth during
warm spells in winter, and then frozen
after they have unfolded their protecting
scales, causes much damage, particularly
on southern slopes.

It is a well known fact that winter
buds may put out a certain stage of
growth, without the aid of root action.
The botanist has ascertained that, dur-
ing the growing season, the plant stores
up a supply of starch, most abundant
near the buds, to support the next spring's
growth, until the leaves are developed to
assimilate food. There are a great many
practical proofs of this fact. Trees cut
down in winter often leaf out, or even
bloom, the next spring, grow until this
stored up food is exhausted and then per-
ish. Twigs of the plum, and other earlj'
bloomers, may be cut Irom the tree in
winter, and forced into bloom, by placing
them in water and giving them light and
heat. A branch of a tree, or vine, if
drawn into a warm room, through a
window, may be made to start growth,
or to bloom, while the rest of the plant is
frozen and dormant.

Right along this line, the practical flo-
rist has taken a step in advance of many
orchardists. Even yet, many successful
and wide awake fruit growers mulch
heavily around each tree, in midwinter
to retain the frost in the ground about
the roots, as late as possible, under the
impression that it will retard the bloom-
ing of the tree, and consequently lessen
the liability of injury to the blossom, by
late frosts. The florist proves tlie fallacy
of this scheme, by planting a lilac near
the greenhouse and pulling the branches
indoors in winter, and forcing them into
bloom, while the main plant is frozen.

Another advantage of northern over
southern exposure, where fluctuations in
winter temperature are common, is that
plants which receive the least direct sun-
light, thaw more gradually in a sudden
change from cold to warm weather. The
difference in effect of gradual and rapid
thawing is well known. Cabbage may
be wintered in our northern states by
placing them, head down, ri^ht in the

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June 28^

field, and covering the heads to the depth
of a few inches with soil. The earth
freezes firmly, to a depth much below the
cabbages, but the covering of soil prevents
rapid thawing and consequent injury.
Discarded heads, left uncovered in the
same field, becomeabrownmassof decay.
I have wintered beets and turnips in
South Dakota, in this same way. As far
north as Maine, potatoes plowed from
the ground in spring are occasionally
found to be in perfect condition after be-
ing subjected to the rigors of a northern
winter.

In some of the prairie states, planta-
tions of young trees may be commonly
seen, in which almost every unprotected
specimen shows a decided tendency for
its north side to outgrow its south side,
thus throwing the tree out of balance,
and more fully exposing the south side of
its trunk and branches to sun scald. For
this reason, planters often lean their trees
to the south or southwest, in setting.
This enables the foliage to better protect
the tree from southern sun and hot winds.
The tree puts out its own umbrella, so to
speak. Even when trees are set in this
manner, the excessive growth of the
northern branches will soon bring the
tree into balance. Planters who began
by planting shelter belts on the north
side ot their fruit and ornamental grounds,
have changed their tactics, and are now
planting them on the south side.

I have in mind some Vladimer cherry
trees which illustrate the effect of scald-
ing suns and hot winds, as compared to
the freezing effects of northern exposures
— one spring, in a South Dakota orchard,
the trees of this variety had their south-
ern branches apparent!}- killed. These
branches had the appearance of having
l)een scorched by fire, until there waslittic
sign ol life in them, except toward their
bases. The northern br.inches began
growth and set fruit at the proper time.
(Iradually the half dried budson thesouth
side began to open, near the trunk of the
tree first. By the time the last flowers
opened on these parts the fruit on the
north side was about full grown. During
the season these dried branches put out
some growth, nearly to their tips, but the
trees remained much out of balance. An
Iowa orchardist, noticing tlicm, said he
had seen similar cases in his state.

Similar conditions exist in our own
neighborhood, in a much less marked de-
gree. During the past two seasons, fruit
trees, with us, have set but very meagre
crops. In each case, the prime cause of
failure has tx'cn an early swelling of the
buds, followed by a cold sn.ip. The pres-
ent season is very marked in this respect.
With us, only two pear trees have set
anything like a crop ol fruit. Moth of
these arc protected on the south and ex-
(Kised on the north. One of them is
trained low .'igninst the north side of a
wall, and is growing a fair crop of fruit,
while taller trees licside it, which project
their branches above the wall, nreentircly
with'iutfruit. Thconlylilac I noticedthe
past spring, which had not had its IiIof-
som buds killed, was completely «)ver-
shndowrtl by evergreens on the south,
with .'in f)|ionlng to the north.

With IIS, however, the wood growth of
most trees and shrubs sccms to lie quite
generally symmetricjil in S|>ecinicns
e<|unllv exposed on all sides, to climatic
conditions. While n northern exposure,
in our locality, is no doubt lietter suited
to the growth of n few S|>c( ies, I think iln
chief .'idvnntnge is in retarding the flow
cring ot very early bloomers. Where bulb
ous plants are set in raised lieds, whicli
curve from center to margin, the plants

on the north side flower later. They are
less liable to injury from frost, not only
because they flower later, but because
they thaw gradually, without the influ-
ence of direct sunlight, after a cold spell.
This is also a point of vantage to the
grower of a succession of blooms for the
trade. The flowering season of a certain
variety may be thus prolonged, just as
the strawberry grower prolongs the sea-
son of this fruit, by planting for an early
crop on a south slope, and for a late one
on a north slope, and mulching the latter.

Young plants, such as are handled by
the trade, are much more sensitive to cli-
matic conditions than are old and estab-
lished plants. For this reason the best
opportunity for study along these lines,
lies with those who grow this class of
stock.

Finally, I have not presented these stra}'
thoughts with the view of drawing defi-
nite conclusions to apply in all cases, but
merely to suggest a few points for
thought and observation. I believe il
there is any class of men, who are awake
to the requirements of their profession, it
is the florist and grower of plants for the
trade, whose success depends so largely
upon their supplying the proper condi
tions to their plants. To them, no doubt,
close observation along these lines is
essential, and the methods adopted by
each depiend upon his environments.

Coming Exhibitions.

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MriM'i'. Siur'y,

Chrysanthemum Notes.

The plants that were propagated dur-
ing April and early May, or earlier, have
most of them now made their first break,
of their own volition, it might be said,
and those that have not, or any others
that you intend to grow to two or more
flowers, if they have not yet broken into
the desired number of shoots, should be
stopped at once. By stopping, we mean
to cause the plant to stop its growth to
a single stem, and break into two or more
shoots as desired. In wandering around
among the growers we see, in spite of all
that has been written and said upon this
subject, that many accomplish this by
carelessly breaking off two or three inches,
and sometimes more of the stem, from
the top of the plant. This must give the
plant a serious check, and often cause it
to send out quantities of suckers from the
root, and, besides, when this manner of
stopping is practiced the eyes at the top
that are left are practically in a dormant
condition, and will take quite a little time
to swell and break, in fact sometimes so
dormant that only the very top eye will
break into a growth that has any rigor.
The proper way to stop the plants is to
break out just the end of the growth, the
best way that we have found to do this,
is to hold the top of the plant between the
thumb and forefingerof the lefc hand, and,
spreading the developed leaves of the end
with the thumb of the right hand,rubout
the tip with a careful movement of the
right thumb. Theadvantageof stopping
a plant in this manner can be easily seen,
for the wood left at the top of the plant
is green and soft, and theshootswillmake
their appearance in three or four days,
while the roots have received very little
check, perhaps none at all. We have often
noticed that where a plant is cut back to
any extent it is very apt to throw a pot-
ful of suckers, but where it is properly
stopDcd no suckers appear, and the plant
shows in no manner that it has suffered
any check at all.

If you have any plants left after setting
the benches don't throw them away.
Everybody that has any retail trade, and
the majority of us have a little, will find
that there will be a demand in the fall for
small plants in from OtoS-inch pots,th;it
can be sold I'roin T.'i cents to.Sl.fiO. So,
if you have any planted that you didn't
use, try thcni in the way advocated by
our friend Scott in his seasonable notes
Last summer. He says "to plant them in
the benches in the houses, never outdoors,
and stop them two or threctimcs .is may
be required." but if they .are now eight or
ten inches high they had better be cut
back to about four or five inchcslrom the
ground. Don't check .1 jilaiit, however,
at both top .'ind bottom at thcs.-iinctimc,
that is don't cut off the top at the time
you bed il out, but w.iit until the roots
are cst.'iblished in their new home, then
stop the plant where you ilesire. lie then
says "they should be potted up .-ilioiit
Si-pteinbcr 1;" before the first of Si'pteni
ber we think would be better, abdiil
August 'JO, iiiHt lielorc you go to the con-
vention, or iniineiliately .'ifter voiirrctiiin,
and then tlicy will li.ive plenty of time to
get their roots wtll established before the
buds begin to set, and they will be cov-
ered, if disliiiilded a little, with very fine
flowers when you want to jilace them on
sale.

Too Intc potting is as often the cnuscof
one-sided or deformed flowers, as nny-
liiiiigelse, although the cliiiicli hug, if he
gets :i cli.-inec, is an .'idept in this line, but
he is very easily gotten rid of when the
plants are in the houses by fumigation.

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VASE OF MIXED ROSES.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS.

Speaking of insects, look out for the aphis
now and don'callowthemtoget a strong
hold on your plants in the benches, but
smoke until you have them under subjec-
tion, and keep them down all summer, tor
you must stop fumigating when the buds
begin to show color, so smoke often now.
Elijah A. Wood.
West Newton, Mass.

Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints.

Many of you will be very busy now
planting the chrysanthemums and roses,
and many will be busy fixing up the
benches before they are planted. Don't
use 1-inch boards if you can possibly help
it. Use 2-inch plank and six inches wide;
that is a convenient size to handle and
gives sufficient drainage to a bench, which
is an all-important point to be consid-
ered. If built especiall3- to receive roses,
chrysanthemums or carnations from one-
halt to three-quarters of an inch is none
too much space to leave between each
plank, and if the benches are built for
standing pots on it isjustas well to leave
half an inch space between the board.
You are never sure when you will need
that bench for a crop of "mums" or car-
nations, or something that needs •!■ or 5
inches of soil. II used for the latter pur-
pose it is all ready. If for plants and sand
is needed spread over the bench. The
spaces between boards can be quickly
stopped up by a little sphagnum moss.
You will perhaps have noticed that where
the edge board is nailed fast on to the
bench board there is where a good deal of
rotting takes place. It is much better to
put narrow strips l'- inches thick be-
tween the edge and bench board, say
every two or three feet, and nail through

the strip. Tuis gives you additional
drainage, and saves much rotting. Let
me repeat once more that on all new
benches, and in fact at all parts that
come together a heavy coat of water lime
thoroughly rubbed in with a whitewash
brush will double the life of your bench.

Don't forget when you are clearing out
your houses to pot up a few plants of
those things you want for stock and
which don't lift well in the fall. .1 few of
each is enough, unless ya-ar business calls
for a large quantity— such plants as
lemon verbena, lantanas, heliotrope and
others. Plunge them out of doors with
your other plants in the frames, and they
will take up but littleroom. Select what
fuchsias you want for stock and keep
them growing indoors till middle of Au-
gust. Then they can be ripened off for a
lew weeks out of doors.

A plant that is always in great demand
with us for both filling large pots as well
as being invaluable in boxes, vases, etc.,
is Nephrolepis tuberosum. Some may
consider this not nearly as good as others
of this beautiful genus of ferns. It is,
however, much the most useful and most
difficult to buy in the right size. To in-
crease your stock of it begin now by
planting a few dozen plants of it on a
bench in a house that is not less than 60°
in the winter months; give it 5 or 6 inches
of rich light soil. If one-third of it is well
rotted refuse hops so much the better.
Its spreading wiry surface roots will send
up a number of voung plants, and can
when rooted be easily detached and pot-
ted. I never saw good plantsof this most
useful fern go a-begging for a buyer. II
this is done at once the young plants will
be the right size for next spring's business.

In this torrid time with all the shade

and no fires your cittleyas and lalias
that are on blocks and baskets will need
a great deal of water, that is, those that
are now making their growth. Great
orchid growers, as are those of Europe
(especially Great Britain), who write on
orchid culture have not written for our
climate, and therefore some allowance
must be made for our much hotter and
dryer summers and extra fire heat in
winter. It is almost impossible with the
hose to thoroughly water the abo%-emen-
tioned when in baskets or on blocks, and
it is time well spent, if you wish to have
the best results, to get a tub of water and
give them a bath of a few moments twice
a week. Dendrobiums, particularly no-
bile and Wardianum, that have nearly
made their growth should be removed to
a lighter house that they may gradually
ripen up their growth. Coelogyne cris-
tata will do finely out of doors, provid-
ing it does not get direct sunlight on it,
and while growing should get a copious
syringe every day.

If a long hot dry spell is commg and
sweet peas are an important crop with
you, remember they like plenty of water
and are soon attacked by spider. Mulch
between the rows with long straw man-
ure; you can then water them much bet-
ter and it will do more good, and don't
forget to syringe the vines whenever you
water. Wm. Scott.

Foreign Notes.

Rhododendron Smirnowi, flowered for
the first time at Kew last year, is a strik-
ing dwarf species from "the Caucasus.
The plant at Kew is described as only 10
inches high, yet nearly 2 feet in diameter,
the leaves and flower trusses being about
the same size as the ordinary garden
types. The leaves have a thick layer of
pale brown felt on the under side, a pecu-
liarity heretofore confined to the Hima-
layan species. The flowers are wide and
shallow, three inches across, with frilled
edges; color pale rosy purple with reddish
spots on the upper petal. It is perfectly
hardy in England, but we believe has not
yet been tested here.

Two new cyatheas, C. pygmaa and C.
Mastersiana, recently received first-class
certificates from the Royal Horticultural
Society. The first named is of dwarf
growth, attaining a height of about 3
feet, and forms a very graceful head.
Mastersiana is taller growing, with ele-
gantly arching deep green fronds. Both
are natives of South America.

Heliconia illustris rubricaulis, recently
certificated by the Royal Horticultural So-
ciety, is a variation from the species hav-
ing bright carmine mid-rib and veins, and
occasional flecks of pink in the foliage. It
makes a very striking decorative plant,
and is said to be more robust than the
type.

Adiantum CIssianum, recently intro-
duced from South America, has short
fronds divided into broad pinnae.palegreen
in color, blotched and radiated with
white. It is a handsome fern, and likely
to prove useful.

Rhododendron jasminiflorum roseum
is a new and graceful Malayan variety,
which has flowered at Kew. The type
has thick, leathery leaves in whorls, and
terminal umbels of from three to ten pure
whiteflowers; this variety roseum blooms
much more profusely, having as many as
eighteen flowers in an umbel, and the
color is soft carmine rose. It is a native
of Perak.

Among new roses of 189-t is Lorna
Doone, a Bourbon sent out by Paul &
Son. It is a deep crimson sh&ded with

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scarlet, full and double, and is expected to
prove a valuable sort for bedding.

Carnation Notes.

In planning a house for next season the
question may come up, "Shall I use solid
beds or benches?" With many this is no
question at all, for they never give solid
beds a thought. But, honestly, isn't it a
bit annoying to find when you clean out
your houses that the benches need renew-
ing, and are not these benches quite an
item of expense? This side of the ques-
tion alone should make one willing to try
the experiment of solid beds.

In looking at a question of this kind the
first and principal object we are aiming
at is to have extra fine flowers. In my
soil there is not any question but that I
can get better flowers and better stems
from the solid beds than I can from the
benches with most varieties. To get the
best results we do not plant them very
close, keep them well tied up without
crowding the plant together, keep the
beds clean from weeds, and about twice a
season put on some pure bone, working it
well into the soil. In addition to this
every two weeks the plants are carefully
disbudded.

Another very important point in carna-
tion culture is to have the crop come in at
the proper time, that is, the heavy crops,
for nearly all carnations will make
heavier crops at certain times. There is
less of this cropping from the solid beds
than there is on the benches, but the flow-
ers are a little slower in coming, and to
get the best results from solid beds they
should be planted from August 15 to
Septemljer 1 J, not later than the last date,
so that they get properly started by the
time you want flowers. Planted at this
time and handled properly as to temper-
ature, which should be regulated accord-
ing to the condition of the plants, they
will produce their first heavy crop about
the holidaj-s, and that is generally about
the time you want them. You can in a
solid bed hold your crop better than you
can on a Ijcrch, and on a bench you can
force it better for a certain time or occa-
sion, so that it is six of one and half a
dozen of the other on this side of the
question.

There is still another important feature
in carnation culture fur profit, and that
is to get a good big crop of bloom from
your plants. Merc I think the bench has
a little the l)cst of it, at least Ijetwecn the
months of Octolxrr and May, the time
when carnations arc in themost demand.
But the difference is not enough to make
tip the extra expense of benches.

Occasionally we find a variety that will
do much better on a l>ench than in solid
beds. A striking instance of this is
Aurora. Last season planted in solid
beds it was almost poor enough to Ik-
called a failure; this season planted on
1>cnches it is so fine that prominent car-
nation men who have visited here
did not know ft to be Aurora. I said
in a former note that the )>cnchcs were
about ready to ttrow out, or rather the
plants on them, but this liench of Aurora
IS an exception; it is full of flowers and

buds now and gives promise of continu-
ing so all summer.

Mr. Bridge in a former number of the
Florist has championed the bench sys-
tem so ably that it is not necessary to
add anything more to it. He gives the
whole secret of success in bench culture,
and that is manure, manure and manure
again. Start out with soil not less than
one-third manure, give it a mulching of
manure in January and again in March,
and water occasionally between these
dates with manure waler. This method
is a bit hard on the constitution of a
plant, but then the forcing plant and the
plant for propagation should be two
separate aft'airs entirely.

In building or changing your houses
this summer it may be worth your while
to think over this and make up your mind
to try a solid bed or two. Nearly all the
growers around here are using solid beds
almost exclusively, and are well pleased
with the results. But possibly your soil
may give difterent results, and it will be
well to try the experiment on a small
scale before adopting it. If you are suc-
cessful with solid beds you will be in quite
a few dollars on bench materials and have
a much nicer and cleaner house.

Albert M. Herr.

Annual Rose and Strawberry Exhibition

of the Massachusetts Horticultural

Society.

This time honored show came off for
once on schedule time, June 20 and 21. It
is not often that the clerk of the weather
arranges for joint maturity of both roses
and strawberries on the e.xact date set by
the exl ibition committee six months pre-
vious, but this year he evidenth- tried to
be agreeable. Roses vary somewhat in
earliness according to soil and location,
and for those growers with light soil and
favorable exposure a few days sooner
might have been more satisfactory, but
for the majorit3' of theexhibitors thedate
could not have been better selected.

The roses filled the entire upper ball,
and more than one-third of the space was
utilized by M. H. Walsh, gardener to J. S.
Fa3- of Woods Holl, who has for the past
two or three seasons been coming up to
these exhibitions "loaded for b'ar," and
has given the local rose growers a hard
tussle in most of the important classes.
The southern shores of Cape Cod and
Rhode Island undoubtedly enjoy the best
climate for outdoor roses in this part of
the county. Other large exhibitors be-
sides Mr. Walsh were James Comley, gar-
dener to F. B. Hayes, C. M. Atkinson,
gardener to J. L. Gardner, W.H. Spooner,
SumntrCoolidge, J. Eaton, Jr., J. Kenneth
Finlavson, gardener to Dr. C. G. Weld,
Mrs. 'j. M. Clark, Mrs. E. M. Gill and U.
F. Roy, gardener to E. S. Converse.

The blooms were shown for the most

Cart in the flat green trays as heretofore,
ut a strong iircfcrencc has developed
among the cxiiil)itors and others in favor
of small vases, and it is probable that the
days of green boxes are about numbered,
and that they will soon follow the old
chrysanthemum flats and enter perma-
nent rctirtnient. The only seedling shown
wag the finedcejicolorcd .Michel II. Walsh,
which is now exhibited by Mr. Walsh for
the second time, and fully inaiiitnins its
excellent character. Among the ncwiv
introduced varieties that showed up well
were Margaret Dickson, Jennnie Dickson,
Crimson Ouecn, Hrighlon Beauty, James
Ilrownlow, Gustavc I'ignneau and Souve-
nir (It Alphonse lyevnilee.

Earl of Dufferin when perfectly fresh
was good, but its tendency to turn pur-

ple told against it. Spenser, Duke ot Fife
and Capt. Haywood will have to im-
prove greatly over their appearances on
this occasion if they are to find any ad-
mirers here. Harden Job, a new hybrid
tea shown by W. H. Spooner, is a semi-
double of very brilliant color, but such a
name is a heavy burden for a rose to
carry through life. After all, the improve-
ment in roses is not very pronounced,
and it looks as though it might be a long
time before the new candidates for popu-
larity can excel in beauty and finish such
old varieties as John Hopper, Souvenir
de Wm. Wood, Mile. Eugenie Verdier,
Prince Camille de Rohan, Marshall P.
Wilder, Duke of Edinburg, Prince Arthur,
Eclair and Baron de Bonstettin, all of
which were shown in wonderful perfec-
tion. Mme. Prosper Laugier, which has
been rated as a rose of second quality,
was represented by blooms which were
pronounced by many to be among the
handsomest flowers in the halj.

The display of orchids occupied the
space in front of the stage in the lower
hall. In J. L. Gardner's contribution
were some nice specimens; Odontoglos-
sum Pescatorei was the best plant of that
variety in the hall; Cattleya Mossiie and
Dendrobium Dearii were also good.
Edward Butler showed a grand La;lia
purpurata of remarkable color and bear-
ing seven flowers on the spike, also a fine
Dendrobium alba sanguineum. The large
specimen Cattleya Merdelli, Phalrenopsis
grandiflorum, Miltonia vexillarium and
Selenipedium Wallisi from E. W. Gilmore
were also worthy of note. The bard
wooded ericas from J. L. Gardner's were
fine healthy looking plants, considering
that they had had to stand a tempera-
ture of 90° to 100°. Mr. Atkinson is most
skillful with these difficult plants. From
Dr. Weld came specimens of Boronia ela-
tior, Khyncospermum jasminoides and An-
thurium Scherz<>rianum.

In the promiscuous classes of cut flow-
ers there was an extensive display. There
were eight or ten entries for the sweet
william prizes. W. H. Cowing's collec-
tion of this old fashioned favorite included
forty-six varieties. Other contributors
were E. Sheppard, E. S. Converse, F. S.
Davis, Bussev Institution, A. L. Cain and
Dr. C. G. Weld. W. A. Coburn and E.
Sheppard & Son showed fine collections
of pelargoniums, T. C.Thurlowand O. B.
Hadwen, p.tonies, L. T. Seavcr, pansies,
M. T. Goddard roses and campanulas,
Kea Bros., hardy perennials, R. & J. Far-
quhar, larkspurs, and several exhibitors
showed wild flowers in profusion.

The strawberry section was remarka-
bly fine, there being over one thousand
quarts shown, and not a bad one in the
lot. The wonderful new bcrrv, The Mar-
shall, won four out of five ol' the special
premiums. Warren lluestis won the first
prize with this variety, although its
originator, Mr. F. M. Ewell, was on
hand with one hundred quarts of it.

The attendance of gardeners and others
directly interested was very large, and
when chairman Woodford marshalled his
committee and invited guests for lunch at
the Ticmont House he marched forth fol-
lowed by a mighty host, but there was
room enough for all.

Boston.

Outside of the rose and strawberry
show the only event of the week to vary
the dull monotony of summer was a little
picnic party of n few of Mr. Ed Hatch's
friends to his seaside cottage at Scituate.
This took place on Boston's own special
holidav, I'.tinker Ilil! dav. One of the

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VASE OF GRACE WILDER CARNATIONS.
ARRANGEMENT OP FLOWERS.

number was Mr. Allred Dimmock of Lon-
don, who disclaimed with much vigor
any interest in the event comnjemorated
by the day, but managed to enjoy himself
thoroughly notwithstanding the some-
what embarassing questions raised by
his participating in this particular cele-
bration.

D. Zirngiebel is cutting some candytuft
which is remarkable for size of bloom and
spike. Some spikes measured seven inches
in circumference.

Mountain laurel is being brought to
the city in large quantities. It is unusu-
ally fine this year and appears to be
growing in popularity for decorative pur-
poses.

New York.

The weather has been extremely hot,
and there is an almost complete cessation
of everything in the line of flower trade.
Many growers have refrained from
throwing out their plants in the hope
that at the last moment a short revival
might be experienced, but it is plainly not
on the program for this year. The flower
store windows are decorated in the most
inexpensive manner possible, and the
clerks inside, reduced in number to mid-
summer allowance, lean listlessly over the
counters and watch the perspiring proces-
sion pass the door.

A transitory topic for speculation and
gossip is a scheme which an enterprising in-
dividual has evolved and has already put
in partial operation. This contemplates
nothing less than an organized force of
flower girls, all in uniform costume, who
are to operate the beaches, hotels and other
places where susceptible people do con-
gregate. A dozen or fifteen of the sirens
have already commenced business, the

office buildings down town being the
base of operations so far. The daily pa-
pers have given the scheme considerable
notice, and it would appear from the com-
ments therein that New York is overflow-
ing with romantic gentlemen who cannot
eat or sleep until they have an opportun-
ity to invest their money with a pretty
girl in exchange for a button hole bou-
quet. The projector claims that this en-
terprise has been in successful operation
in Chicago for a year. New York cannot
afford to lag behind Chicago in such
things as this.

Philadelphia.

If a few of the days of last week had
been tagged with either a July or .\ugust
label they would not have seemed so out
of season. There are plenty of flowers
for a good business and as a consequence
may go to waste. All the large roses are
off' and many of the teas are feeling the
effects of the hot weather. The last few
days have been scorchers and a few more
such will make what few roses there are
look very bad. There are a great many
carnations about, which flower seems to
stand the roasting very well. Good ones
can now be had as low as 50 cents per
hundred, with $1.50 as the extreme for
the fancies.

Edwin Lonsdale has had some very fine
white iris, which have sold well; also some
other colors. They might be called the
poor man's orchid; they sold at from $3
to $4 per hundred. Tbesamegrower has
quite a lot of the genuine aristocrat, but
as his fellows are fastmovingoutof town
the sale is limited.

Our friend W. K. Harris has made a
discovery. It is not a new rubber, but a

new use for the variety he now grows.
He has found out, or some one has told
him (and he firmly believes it), that rub-
bers are death to flies, and one or two
ht-althy specimens arc sure to rid a hotise
of these pests in short order. A new
"ode" with wings to it is now in order.

The genial Harry Bayersdorfer is back
again among us safe and sound and with
him a host of novelties. Harry thinks no
more of a trip to Europe now than he
used to of a little run down to Baltimore
whenever he got tired.

Same one from Pittsburgsays they will
have a team to represent the smoky city
at Atlantic City in August nextina bowl-
ing match "if any." Well now we just
wantto sayright here, that there is going
to be a ten pin match such as never was
before, during the convention week at
Atlantic City, and we are glad to hear
that Pittsburg is coming in and we hope
that her team will stay and be very close
up at the finish.

.Irrangements for the convention are
progressing, and in a short time there
will be lots of news for members of the
S. A. F.

John Scallen of New Y"ork, was in town
list week and went to Atlantic City to at-
tend the annual meeting of the order of
Elks. M. P. Norton, of Boston, W. Gude,
of Washington, and A. M. Herr, of Lan-
caster, were also there on the same mis-
sion. K.

Chicago.

With the closing of the schools this
week the season is practically ended. The
closing weeks of the season however are
not attended with any great rush. The
demoralized condition of the market is
evidence enough that the demand for June
is very light. The only thing sought after
is A 1 rose stock, which is hard to obtain;
in fact a first-class rose is an unknown
quantity. Here and there we may note a
small lot of Kaiserin, which later comes
forward as a superb summer rose, a few
fair La France and Meteor. These varie-
ties readily sell at $3 to $4, but the bulk
of the supply, which by the way is grow-
ing less every day, is almost totally unfit
for use. In lots of 500 and upwards this
stuff is disposed of at $5 to$10perl,000.

The young stock planted early and in-
tended for summer cutting, which prom-
ised well a week or ten days ago, has suf-
fered greatly from the heat prevailing for
some time past. Despite all efforts of the
grower mildew has attacked the young
stock, in some places quite seriously.

Carnations are in light demand at from
25 to 60 cents. A few fancy still holding
up to $1.50 to $2. This week will finish
preonies kept in cold storage. The de-
mand for this flower has kept up fairly
well and prices ruled steady at 35 to 50
cents a dozen. Lilium Harrisiiis in steady
demand at $S. Outdoor grown candidum
is now in. Some fair blooms of these are
shipped across the lake from Michigan,
but these meet with but limited demand
at from $1 to $3, according to quality.
Sweet peas, now from open ground, con-
tinue to flood the market. There is
practically no market quotation for this
flower, the dealer being able to make his
own price whether in small or large lots.
There is little or no demand for the rest of
outdoor stuff such as corn flowers, cam-
panula, sweet Williams, poppy, etc.

At the meeting of the Florist Club
Thursday of this week Mr. F. F. Benthey
will read a very interesting paper on the
history of the cut flower trade in Chicago.

"Egandale," the summer residence of
Secretary Egan, of the Horticultural So-

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ciety at Highland Park, is now a beauty
spot. The very great variety of hardy
plants that Mr. Egan has managed to
plant on his 5' 2 acres without undue
crowding is really amazing. His place is
a gem and has been well described as "the
biggest little place in the country." And
the beneficial influence of this place upon
other residents of Highland Park has been
very noticeable. This section will soon
be dotted with beautiful grounds intelli-
gently planted and eared for, many cov-
ering large areas, particularly along the
lake shore. Those who have never hap-
pened to visit this section will be sur-
prised to see so much natural beauty
within so short a distance of Chicago.
Along the lake shorethecountry is broken
by picturesque ravines that need simply
to be let alone. The hand of man cannot
add a single charm. One of these ravines
runs through Mr. Egan's grounds, and he
has wisely done nothingexcept what was
necessary to preserve it s natural loveliness
and to make it possible to enter and
enjoy it.

Toronto.

The regular meeting of the Gardeners'
and Florists' Association was held last
Tuesday, 19th inst., and considering the
state of the weather and the time of year
it was fairly well attended. During the
hot weather it would not be a bad idea
to have meetings in the open air in one of
the parks, "recubans sub tegmine fagi"
as the Latin grammar used to put it.

In spite of the heat, however, a good
deal of talking was done, and some busi-
ness cleared off' the board. Two new
members wereelected and two nominated.
A committee was appointed to consider
the most suitable place for the Associa-
tion to take its annual outing, and in
order to give the committee something to
work on there was some discussion on
the subject. Some favored Niagara Falls
or Hamilton;others, considering the hard
times and the desirability of getting out
as many of the members as possible,
thought that one of the many pleasure
resorts within a few miles of the city
would be better. It was also decided
that the Association should have several
arternoons during the summer for playing
cricket, quoits, etc., at Exhibition Park.
Other traders have their weekly half holi-
day, why should not the poor gardeners
and florists do likewise? The president
and secretary were asked to look into the
matter of finances forthechrysanthcmum
show prize list. It was hoped at one
time that the prizes would have Ik-cu con-
siderably larger this year, and thcBeho|)cs
may still be realized yet, but there will
have to be some work done. The ambi-
tious city of Hamilton will this year hold
a chrysanthemum show under the aus-
pices of their Electoral District Society,
which is in receipt of agovernment grant,
•o that Toronto will have to look to its
laurels. It would be a |>ity, however, if
these two shows should Ix: held in the
tame week, but the Toronto show having
no government pup to depend upon must
if any way possible take in Thanksgiving
Day (not a fixture in this country) which
may occur on either the first, second or
third Thursday in .November.

It licinjf still only 0:30 p. m. when nil
the regular business had iK-cn got through
with, Mr. C. Tidy, chairman of the com-
mittee to consider the advisability of
having a florists' section of the associa-
tion, asked for suggestions from members
present, and n pretty lively discussion
was indulged in, several mcml)crs branch-
ing ofl'iato the various [>cculiar |)hascs of

trade this spring. In connection with
this the remarksof "Alack" of Baltimore,
on page 1117 of the American Florist,
are eltremely apropos.

Many oi the florists are left with a
large over stock of plants this season; in
spite of low prices there has not been the
demand from the general public either at
market or at the stores. Economy
amongst all classes has hit this line of
trade a hard blow. E.

Cincinnati.

Buffalo.

We have been having some real tropical
weather of late; at least when the ther-
mometer is up to 9-1° in the shade we
people of this usually cool city think it's
warm. But a gentleman from Indian-
apolis told me last week they did not
think it warm there till the mercury went
up to 106°. Any wayit's what we want,
and the flower beds are now getting a
move on them.

Carnations are very plentiful and price
down. With this weather they are short
lived. Indoor roses are poor with the ex-
ception of Beauties. Brides have been
very scarce, perhaps because so many
weddings large and small has made the
demand unusually large. Outdoor roses
have been coming in the past two weeks,
and sold for all sorts ot prices, mostly
very cheap. A few nice gladiolus spikes
are coming in from some carnation houses
at Corfu.

At last one of the largest dry goods
houses has gone into cut roses. They
have for some time sold books, bicycles,
shoes and candy and perhaps manyother
things not in their legitimate business,
but the cut flowers is theirlatest venture.
However, it's a free country if not a
highly moral one, and as the proprietors
of this rich concern are looked to as
models of fine citizenship and pillars of
churches besides, whatever they do will
be considered all right and even smart by
the unthinking common herd. As it is, at
present the stuff they are offering is utter
rubbish and would disgrace any respecta-
ble flower store, so no harm is likely to
be done.

We read in notes trom several other
cities in your columns that there has been
a good deal of cutting and slashing in
prices of plants this year. Very sorry to
hear it. In this city I have not heard the
first word on the subject. Prices on all
the leading plants were as near as possi-
ble what they have been for several years
past; $1.50 per dozen for geraniums in
4-inch pots, $1 for colcus in 3-incli; $3
to $3.50 for cannas, etc. These have been
the same for years with no sign of any
weakening and there is demand enough
to use u|) all the stuff. The market don't
hurt, for they get on an average better
prices than some of the leading green-
houses sell for. I beg to say with due
respect to other cities that the under-
sized scrubby stuff I have seen offered in
other cities for bedding plants would not
go here. W. S.

while litxc to lUis aaid y uuLg lady would
be another not blessed with this world's
riches, but with an intellect equally as
good; this young lady possibly would
not have a single basket. Therefore the
action taken by the different boards is
certainly justified in doing as they did.
This of course does not hold good in all
states, but it does in Ohio. Across the
river in Kentucky they still give flowers
in profusion. Harry Edwards of New-
port, Ky., tells me he furnished fifteen
baskets and several hand bouquets for
their commencement last week. Geo.
Meek of Covington, Ky., also had a nice
trade. In Kentucky they handle the flow-
ers in this manner: The exercises are
divided in two sections; as each scholar
finishes his or her address the flowers are
brought in and placed in a half circle on
the front of the stage and by the time all
are through speaking the stage front is
handsomely decorated.

L. H. Kyrk & Co. showed us a hand-
some orchid bouquet, the edges of which
were trimmed with lily of the valley and
adiantum. The combination was cer-
tainly beautiful. Trade in general is get-
ting very dilapidated and comes and goes
by spells. The recent rains are helping
the carnations planted outside as well as
filling up the ponds and cisterns.

The Hoflfmeister Bros, are now building
three new houses30xll5 feet for growing
roses and carnations; they also have sev-
eral small houses. While they are young
in the business, yet they are doing some
substantial work and expect to grow
good stock this fall. Their sisters are
running a store on Elm street and doing
a nice business.

Ernest Preston, "For W. Rendigs,
assignee for Chas. J. Jones, Jr.," is now
selling said stock, which is bringing fair
prices. They intend selling boilers, pipe
and houses.

Colonel "Policy" Bill Smith, who is an
amateur grower and one of our promi-
nent citizens, had two wagon loads of
palms and other plants stolen from his
yard one night last week. Wonder who
of our boys got them. Whoever did has
a splendid hiding place, as they have not
been heard of since.

Cad Hespler of College Hill, O., is build-
ing two new greenhouses. Mr. Hespler
has been in the employ of Walter J. Gray
for the past four years, is an industrious
man and an all-round grower.

Henry Behrens of Middletown, O., was
in the city Tuesday. Mr. B. is the only
florist in his city and has quite a nice
business.

The Cincinnati florists expect to give a
picnic sometime next month. G.

A few years ago June was looked for-
ward to by the florist as one of his best
months. But the different boards of edu-
cation throughout the country generally
have taken many dollars from our retiiil
stores I have reference to commencement
exercises. Basket work is always pretty
when well done, but these said boards of
education saw the feeling that existed
at graduating time, when some favored
or wealthy young lady would have so
many Moral tributes that it would take
un extra carriage to haul same home,

St. Louis.

The warm dry spell still continues, and
while good rains have occurred all around
this country, their only effect is to lower
the temperature for a day or so. The oc-
currence of a drought of the severity of
the present one, has never been expe-
rienced this early in the season; such
things are to be expected during July and
August, but the idea of its 0])eiiing up in
May and running through the summer
has been unheard of heretofore. Water
in many places is becoming scarce, and all
outdoor stock, where it cannot be ap-
plied, is suffering severely. In the ceme-
teries where there are no adequate provi-
sions for using a hose, the procession of
watering carts and wagonsiscontinuous,
and with fill this exertion it is hard to
keep things looking fresh and healthy.

Ingoing through Mr. Jordan's houses
lately a large numberof finelatanias were

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BOWL OF BLANCHE FERRY SWEET PBAS.
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS

noted; they have been lor the last year or
two going more heavilyintopalms.tothe
exclusion of cut flowers, in explanation of
which it is said cut flowers can generally
be bought when wanted, and if not grown
no serious results will be apprehended in
times of plenty. Two houses of palms in
4 to 6-inch pots were especially good, and
will make excellent stock for next season's
trade if well grown during the summer, a
peculiarity of this stock being the firm
stocky growth, owing to the cool treat-
ment given. A house of sweet peas up to
the glass were about over, but have been
cutting heavily since early in the season.
Several benches of ftrns were noticed in
excellent condition, they being principally
cuneatum, although several batches of
capillus major and trapeziforme were do-
ing well. Quite a patch of carnations are
planted out, those in the houses being
over; they are looking well and would ap-
preciate a good shower. Hinze'sWhiteis
still the standard of its color, and Portia
leads the reds. The new varietits are all
iried,but have to excel the < Id ones be-
fore being given prelerence. Tidal Wave
was much liked during the past season,
and will be more largely grown this year.
The roses show t he efi"ects of the advanced
season and replanting will commence dur-
ing the end of June. Several large blocks
ol ground planted in narcissus explain
where the seemingly inexhaustable supply
came from during their flowering season;
a number of hardy peas are a ma?s of
flower, giving quantities of white for all

kinds of work. The Jack rosesalso, which
were sevtrtly hurt by the late frosts, are
throwing a second crop of excellent flow-
ers. The city boiler inspectors had just
finished going over the three steam boil-
ers, as required by law; they having been
stirred up recently, owing to the failure
of an ordinance exempting boilers used
for heating purposes from inspection to
pass the city council.

Two members of the committee ap-
pointed to report upon a suitable place
for holding a picnic, Messrs. Benecke and
Ellison, assisted by Doctor Helwig and
Charles Young, visited Aleremec High-
lands to see what they had to ofler, and
we are all informed on good authority
that as soon as they had arrived and re-
freshed the inner man. an adjournment
was had to the bowling alleys, which
were not deserted until train time. So
that it is evident the committee is compe-
tent to report. The alleyswere furnished
with solid balls, and the scores were ludi-
crous. Benecke making 74 and Ellison
making lour poodles in four successive
frames. If it is decided to go there how-
ever finger balls will betaken as a matter
of course, so that respectable scores may
be looked for.

Two special prizes have been announced
thus tar for the fall show, one of $1.5
given by Dr. Keith for best vase of Amer-
ican Beauty roses, the other, by Hill &
Co. of Richmond, Ind., for best 12 blooms
chrvsanthemums. one or more varieties,
introduction of 1894, consisting of two

pr'zes, $15 for first and $10 for second.

R. F. T.

Indianapolis.

Decoration Day trade at this point was
satisfactory. Trade in general was good
during the end of May and beginning of
June, owing to weddings, funerals and
commencements. As usual these occa-
sions came very much bunched, making
flowers scarce. Since June 15 trade has
been practically dead. Market florists
complain very much; some market morn-
ings flowers can't be sold at any price.
While some plant men have sold out
nicely, many have considerable stock left.
The average market stuff has been poor;
no doubt raising cut flowers and good
plants does not work together in small
places. Pot roses do not seem to receive
any attention, though good plants will
sell at any time.

At the regular monthly meeting for
June the Indianapolis Florists' Club con-
sidered some important business, espe-
cially the recent order of Supt. Chisslet of
Crown Hill Cemetery. The secretary
was instructed to correspond with the
prominent cemeterv superintendents in
regard to planting flowers on graves and
in separate beds. The rule adopted by
Supt. Chisslet forbids any planting of
flowers and shrubbery, only cut flowers
and vases of plants to be allowed. With
the assistance of the daily press and
many lovers of flowers this rule, it is be-
lieved, will be set aside.

A paper written by Wm. Bertermann,
"The cut fl jwcr business up to date," was
ordered re-read at the next meeting, as
I he late hour prevented discussion. A
committee consisting of John Hartje,
Wm. Langstaff and F. B. Alley was se-
lected to provide for the holding of the
regular annual picnic. The committee
will see that a proper place for fishing is
selected; solid refreshments will be pro-
vided and the third member will furnish
iiil necessary amusements.

Mr. Anthony Wiegand and wife left for
California without notifying the club
member^; he will find himself in a fix
when he returns, explaining why he for
got to set up the cigars and cider.

Mr. John Bertermann also did some-
thing without the consent of the club; he
must answer at the picnic for this neg-
lect. He quietly married and is happy.

Miss Emma Dorner of Lafayette has
been visiting Indianapolis friend for sev-
eral weeks; shecame to attend the "Man-
nerchor" celebration last week. The
grand concert given by this society at its
fortieth anniversary, assisted by Colum-
bus, Cincinnati and Louisville societies,
was the most successful ever held here;
the display of flowers was profuse. The
late May music festival was remarkable
for the absence of flowers, many great
Songsters being present. A bouquet
placed by the committee in the reception
room was fired out by one of the singers;
asked for a reason, she claimed it was in-
jurious to her voice and gave her head-
ache. What next won't these people do
to advertise themselves? A newspaper
clipping has gone the rounds in regard to
this matter, supposed to come from a
doctor in Paris, who said the scent of
flowers destroys or injures the voice.
This IS I think ridiculous; I have enquired
of local singers, and they agree with me
and wonder that newspapers copy any-
thing of the kind.

Mr. McKeaud.city florist, has furnished
several parks with flower beds from the
greenhouses at Garfield Park. W. B.

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The American Florist.

June 28^

SITUATIONS, WANTS. FOR SALE.

Advenlsements under this bead will be Inserted at
the rate of lu cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant adrs. not
admitted under this head.

SITUATION WANTED— By yuun*: man. 24 years
O old. as assistant in a commeroinl place. Good
rose grower. Be*t of references. Address

K L. care Amerl'-an Flori>t. Chicago.

SITUATION' AVANTED— By experienced pardener
^ as working foreman In cood commercial or private
place: married, age 31. Address .1. E. S..

care GIrdwood. Phillips Square. Montreal.

^ITVATION WANTED-In either commercial or
O private place by experienced florist and landscape
gardener. Best of references.

Ju;;eph Siknta. 523 Lincoln s^i.. Chicago.

SITUATION \VANTEr>-By a younc florist and gar-
dener. Danish. 23 years old. > years experience. 7
In this country: best of reference. Avldress

John" Levekin'. ISSU Broad St.. Providence. R. I.

SITUATION WANTED— By a second man. commei^
clal or private place. Well experienced alsu In
landscape gardening. Wages moderate. Best refer-
ences. F H H. l.io Harrison Ave.- Buston. Maes.

SITUATION WANTED— By a youug German florist.
O S years' experience In growing roses, carnations
and general Krcenhouse work. Address C W.
care Garfield Park Rose Co.. 1»;n? Madison St.. Chicago

SITUATION WANTED— J. Kirkwood Is open to en-
O gage with any lady ur gentleman, as gardener. 25
years' experience In the growing of vines, peaches,
orclilds. stuve and greenhouse plants, etc. Appiv
.1. Bennett. i^<i St. Catherine St., Montreal. Can.

SITUATION WANTED-OrchId grower: special for
orchids: lU years' experience in several of the
most Important nurseries In Holland. P'rance and Bel-
glum: 25 years old. Dutch natlunalltv and best refer-
ences. Apply to H. H- V<toKNEVELl>.

South Framlngham. Mass.

SITUATION WANTED — As afslslant on private
_ place: single, age 27: 12 yeais' experience in all
branches of gardening. Have worked several years
on one of the leading private places in the country.
Best references. Address J F F.

care B. Fagan Jb Son. Isltp, N. Y.

'ANTED— A Kood second-hand hot water boiler
and loOU feet of 4-lncb pipe.

1. L. PiLL^ftCKV. Macomb. III.

W

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"■ANTED— Sober, reliable man. experienced In rose
' crowmg. also capabteuf taklngcharge. Address
GEoHt.K ANi»EK.snN. 52:iU Woodland Ave . Phi a.

Tl^ANTED- A flr*l-class wofklng foreman lu take
T T cbarge of 20,i'0U feet of glass, and arow roses,
carnalldns and general stock. Applicants please fur-
ward references and state wages expected to

C. U.\NSEN. M. Paul. Minn.

"IVANTED— A tl^st-t■ln^J' working foreman to take
1* charge of green houses anil grow roses, carna-
tions and general slfjck .Mum be sober and reliable.
Forward references, and fijite xvases expected.

K. M. W.\r.KEit, oxford. Ohio.

WANTED-A PARTNEK-ToJolnme t:rowlngand
selling native and fr>reU'n hardy ornamentals.
to meet the wants of American and fureltrn cu.^toniers.
Trade already well esUibllslicd ami growing. A ("hrls-
tlan ami a prohlbltlordst preferred. Mtist be compe-
tent for the bUBliiesH. and free from bad habltfl.
Sfime capital needed. Guaranteed a Urst-class open
Ing for the rluht man.

WiLFHEi> A. BKornEitTON, Rochester. Mich.

Foil SAI-K CIIEAP-ljircej-econd-handtlorlBt'i* Ico
Box, value ub<jut n5. VArcjiiANS Sleu Stuke.
r^ .State Street. Chicago.

F

JR SAl.E-2 larife Bay Trees, round heads. 7 feet
broad. 12 to U feet liluli. Shown at Worlds Fair.
VAroll.\N H SEKIf .<TOItK f'hlcago.

"L''OR SAKE rilKAP I liirge lU year old Century
X plant Agave Americana > Addtettn

«jH" B. .Moi i.i.Kii, smlib wGrove. Ky.

FOR ^AI.K-IUJO feet of 4-Inch caul Iron pipe and
nttlngs. Bi goo4l as new.

Mkh. <(Eo. WAiJiiiAi'Eit Saginaw Mich.

FOR HAl.K-G'Mxl florlil bUMlne>N. g<Mid l'K:atlon:
wu: M'll at reniM.nat.ie prk>-. ,; d* om weitt of Hal-
me'I "t P .\! SrinvAltlZ. .".'.' \S Ulh Si..Chlriiuo.

11*1^11 ^AI.K < HEAP Ijirgi'. nt'w hanl wo<«I and
' gliuw tlorldts RefrlKerntor. I Wd at World « Fair.

i'MmXWSM. VAr-<i(IAN H SKKI> HTOKK.

ll>; iL li^ Went WnnhlngKin St.. Chicago

VOR --AM
r lh*f ti;
water h4*nt
f heap

' ond-hand IwiIIith, Jimt
'■■r cltlier "lenm or hoi
illlori. tiri'l uill tHt Kold
I Holl.t.K WdliHH.
rifvelnnd. <thlo.

L^oR RKNT— A flmtrlnvRnrnmierflnl plBe4!ln Ruhurb
T of < hW.-nffo. ciintalnlnit I^.UU iwjunre fi*4*lor gInM.
wtll Rt'fCked with i«e«t varletW-wof forrlng roiMi«. Ad-

drCM RKNTKIt.

nirf oiwm ft lluuli"*. •>; Warmnli Avf . Chicago.

L^olt MAI.K Tbi< Kto4k and go<xl will of a paying
T florlat itiiMlneM In nthr1v|r>g Maryland town 1 <*■
cation t'lct'ptlonallf g'>«*d. Raro chant-*.* for n gtHMl
man with a iimnll amount of c iplinl For partlrulars
nddffTM llrMAtci*. 'fire American Florlut

100 Euphorbia Jaequlnlaflora.

NOVA SCOTIA NURSERY. Hililii. N. 8.

ASSIGNEE'S SALE OF GREENHOUSE PLANT.

The C. A. Reeser Greenhouse Plant at Spring'field, Ohio, 'will be ofifered at Public
Sale, Tuesday. July 10th, 1894, at 2 o'clock P. M.

This is one of the oldest and best established plants in the state, and is now iu complete order and
will be sold as a going business. At the same time there will be offered a Catalogue List and Order
Sheets containing^ names of over forty thousand customers. Also a large stock of plants, seeds, pots
and greenhouse implements.

Said plant consisting of four acres of real estate, with all modern improvements, and a good and
substantial residence thereon, is appraised at ST, 340. Catalogue list is appraised at $1,250. Terms cash.

For particulars address

ALBERT H. KUNKLE, Assignee C. A. Reeser, SPRINGFIELD, 0.

For Sale or Lease.

Seven large greenhouses with several acres
of ground, known as Beechview Nursery,
Beechwood Avenue, Westwood, Hamilton
Co., Ohio, near Cincinnati; with fine hot
water heating apparatus, large cisterns,
water tank and conveniences.

Also if desired a 7-rooin dwelling house
in first-class order.

No. 19. 21 and 23 West 7th St . CINCINNATI. 0.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

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tellHyoii till Mixiiii tiiuiii.

Tuberous Begonias.

(iUlFKIN S STRAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.

\Vf art' ht'iit!i|ii(irti.'r« fur the
.V.-, liir lliicKi Mtnilti In lliu

rl'l S.-n.l l-.r llUi><tratetl
ru|i> riKlil fiiyriivItiKs. U

OASIS

Thoi. Grilfin, Mqr.

NURSERY CO.

Wcstbury station. L. I..

Pransplantetl pl.ints, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you for 10 ds.
Price per 100, 75 cts.; 16 00 per 1000,
cash with the order. First lot are all
sold; next lot ready July 1st.
ALBERT M. HERR, L. b. (%, Lancaster, Pa.

ll.rr • I-1IIII.I.- nrr'rilK fuiihli'ii -.•.• ii.lv liil.r.pn.

The Water (Jarden.

S|H'<'lnl mill llurily WiiI.t l,IMv»n( iiUriiliirn

VICTORIA REGIA AND V. HANOI, EURYALE FEROX.

N>!lilml,hiiiiM III vnrli'ty, Mnrdv ( irnniiinntlil pliintH.
«ulMi.|UiiIlr iiliiiila. fir . ..|r Nriiipllirn ljl)(l«kcrl
n.«.« (Bwnrili-il n Miilnl nl Wiirlii » Knln; iMimlcliliriii-
Inu'if nil iIh' llAliliV f.llli,.; r.' rill cnrh

I It hor I 1,11111, 1,1,111 Niivi'ltl I'litnliiuuo.

WM. TRICKER &. CO., Clifton, N. J.

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May and June Propagaled.

MRS. ROBT. CRAIG, HARRY BALSLEY, MRS.

J. G. WHILLDIN, EDA PRASS, GLORIO-

SUM, V. H. HALLOCK and IVORY,

».'i.00 per 100.

ERMENILDA. W. R. SMITH, THE QUEEN

\V. G. NEWITT aud NIVEUS,

mt.OO per 100.

Prices of other varieties on application.

Nathan Smith & Son,

167 W. Maumee Street,

ADRIAN, MICH.

l.;uu(t strong stock. Per lUO

I'EKI.K. :i-lnch f H.OO

(iONTIEU. Illocll 6.00

Mi:rf:oK. it-ineii .... r, nu

MKU.MKT. Hindi tl.OO

liUJDK. :i-lneli U.OO

WOOTTON. S'u-lncli 4.60

NIPUKTDS. ■-'H-Incll 4.60

BKAl TIKS, :i-lnch 6.00

POEHLMANN BROS.. Morton Croi/e. III.

Roses for Planting.

IVr UK) Per 100

W.IKI :Hndi... Sl.OO
&.(I0 ;t-tncli.... 8.00
6.00 Mncli ... S.OO
3-lncli.... (i.OO
3-Inch.... U.OO

mil liK-i. ■-"..Inch.

MUiniOSMAII). -.'i^lnch

K. A, \ ICTOUIA. 'J^i-lncb.

,MMK illi>TK

PEKl.K

NU'IIETOS. avincll 4.00

All are BtronK. healthy plants.

BROWN & CANFIELD, Spriogfield, III.

nAApA Mcrmets, Bride, Gontler,
U||\U\ Perle.Cllm.Perle, Sunset,
IIUULUl Wootton, Niphetos, Hoste.

I irst i|uality stock from -(-in. pots.

PER HUNDRED $10.00.

PER THOUSAND $90.00.

HO* WiiMliiiiKloil St., Dori'lM'Htir, .IIhkk.

TRY

DREER'S

GflRDtN SE.E.DS,

Planti. Bulbi & Requisites.

I'hrynrc the best at the
lowest prices. Trade List is-
svied f|unrterly, mailed free
to the trade only.

UKNKY A. DKKER,
Phlladelphlit, Fa.

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200,000 ROSES 200,000

Nice stock from 2}<-\nch pots.

Per 1000 lerlOO

PERLE 125.00 J2.S0

SUNSET 25.00 2.S0

BRIDE 20 00 2.25

MERMET 20 00 2.25

GONTIER 20.00 2.25

MME. CUSIN 22.50 2.50

MARECHAL NIEL 25 00 2.S0

FISHER HOLMES 3.00

WHITE LA FRANCE 22 50 2 50

ALBANY 24.00 2.75

WATTEVILLE 22.50 2.50

SOUPERT 20.00 2.25

CLIMBING PERLE 3.50

BON SILENE 3 00

MRS. DeGRAW 3.00

SOUV. D'UN AMI 22 50 2.50

And all standard varieties in Hybrids,
Teas, Hydrid Teas, Climbers, Polyanthas,
etc , etc. Strictly our own selection, J20.00
per 1000; $2 25 per 100. Same from 4-incli
pots, $6.00 per 100.

Send in your lists for prices.

TERMS CASH WITH ORDER.

CUT SMILAX, 10 cents per String.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO-

FORGING ROSES.

The nice, clean stock of forcing roses in
following numbers and varieties, true to
label. Must be sold to make room.

300 Brides, 4-inch; 600 j-inch.

1300 Mermets, 4-inch; 340 3-inch.
640 Perles, 4-inch; 525 3inch.
SO Mme. Testout, 4-inch.
250 La France, 4-inch.

4-inch $10.00 per 100: 3-inch $6.00 per 100.

580 Bridesmaids, 3-incn $7.00 per 100

100 Kaiserin Augusta, 3-inch. ..10.00 per 100

80 Mme. Testout, 4-inch for |12.00

50 American Belle, 4-inch for 10.00

100 American Beauty, 3-inch for 10.00

160 " " 4-inch 18c. each

175 " " 5-inch 25c. each

C?.sh must accompany order.

FRED. BURKI, wholesale Florist,

BELLEVUE, Allegheny Co., PA.

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

strong plants from 2;^-inch pots,

150^00 per 1000.
From 3-inch pots, |70.00 per 1000.

TESTOUTS AND BRIDESMAID.

From 3-incli pots, $i'.00 per 100.
BRIDES, 3-inch pots, f5.00 per 100.

Chrysanthemums.

strong plants of leading varieties. Our
selection. $3 per 100; |;25 per lOOO.

J. T. ANTHONY,

2205 Michigan Ave.. CHICAGO.

Strong, clean, vigorous stock of

GUSINS, BRIDES, MERMETS,
METEOR, BRIDESMAID, PERLES,

in 2%, 3 and 4-inch pots; cheap for cash.

GEO. E. FANCOURT.
Wilkes-Barre, Pa.

ROSES.

ROSES. ROSES.

Last call. See our Low Prices.

Per 100

5000 Am. Beauties, in 3 incli pots, $4 00

5000 Testout, 2-inch " 4 00

1000 Brides, ymch ' 4 00

1000 La Prance, ' " 4 00

Also other varieties at same price.

REINBERGr BROS., 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago.

SENATOR McNAUGHTON,
PERLES, - - . -
CLIMBING PERLE.

rer inn

$10.00
4 50
5.00

Pine thrifty plants,
from 2 1^ -inch pots.

KAISERIN A. VICTORIA,
WICHURAIANA, .

Per 100

$6.00
5.00

ALTERNANTHERA, red and vellow (1000 $2.5). . 83 00

FLOWERING BEGONIAS 300

COLEUS— German Noveltiesof '93, ourselect'n 5.00
COLEUS-General collection ... 2.00

CUPHEA LLAVAE 8400

FUCHSIA TRAILING QUEEN 4.00

FUCHSIA. General collection 3.00

IVY GERANIUM CHAS. TURNER 4.00

Also a larjje stock of Palms, Araucarias, Ficus, Aspidistra var.

e^s^e^?s"Ss'.n. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,

CHICAGO:

146-148 W. Washington St.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perle, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Testout, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany,

Gontier, White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch

pots, $5.00; 3-inch pots, $6.00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, $6.00; 3-inch, $8.00 per hundred.

THIS STOCK IS WELL GROWN AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSfllHTHEMUMS, ^e cream ot all the long
list now offered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-
diate delivery. JOHN N. MflY, SiiiTimil, New Jerseu.

40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORGING ROSES.

Fully equal to those sent out the last two years, and perfectly healthy In every respect.
Krowth from flowering shoots used In propa^mtinp.
GEN. .lACyUKMINOT, KAI.SEKIN A. V. SOUV. I»K WOOTTON,

ULKICU Bisl'NNEK, BKIUKSM.VID, LA FKANCE,

■^ , 3..nch pols.JS.OOperlOO. 4-Inch pots. $12.00 perlOO.

PERLES, SINSETS, BON SILENE,

SAFK.VNO,

NIPIIKTO*

3-inch pots. S7, 00 per 100.

KRIDES,

i Inch pots. $10.00 per 100.

READY FOR

IMMEDIATE

PLANTING.

Only selected

METEOK,

MERMETS.
MME. HOSTE,

nil^T^OTV, :iBl<:>«»:»i!«V>t.xi'tS« !=•«*.

Brides, Bridesmaids.
Perles, Meteors, Hostes,
Prom 2. 3 and 4-in. pots.

Ctisins

Niphetos. Testotits.
La France. Mermets,

''""Tw.''sT'fe'iiMLER. VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for Clias. Macintosh * Co., England, Inventors of Vulcanized India Rubber,

Extra strong greenhouse hose In withstand liluh pressure, yin.. ;;-ply. l.ic. per foot In HI feet lengths.

I^OSSO«S«

R^o«»o?»«

r^i».u**i-»i»»s.j:

In 2' .. 3 and 4-inch pots.
ALL THE LEADING VARIETIES FOR. FORCING.

Write for prices.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, mTid: 'bride, mermet, meteor,

PERLE, SUNSET, CUSIN, LA FRANCE, 3 and 4-iuch pots, prime -^lock, shipped at special flo-
rists'rates. Packing light. i p |y|;)pRrAM I akpwnnti N I

Write for prices, including delivery to your Express office. A, O, maUDCHa, LOftCnUUU, II, J,

T=RC3'

strong, healthy plants, from 2. JS. and ;Hnch p.3t8.

price. J8 00. J4.00 and fti.ou per 100.

I'EULE SUNSET. Nll'HBTOS. MEK-MET. BRIDE

METEOU. WOOTTON. HOSTE. M. KIEL,

LA KRANCE. A.ND ALBANY.
Strong AM. BEALTV. from Mnch pots, f 1.00 per IIH).

JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, III.

Mention American Florist.

Mertuets, Cnsins Wattevilles, Hoste, Meteor and

La France, {3.00 per 100.
Strong American Beauties, $5.00 per 100; 840.00 per

1000. 500 at 1000 rates.
*ir-Special prices on ouanlity. Let me price your
lists. Cash with order.

X«.C>:^X3fl.'X' IT. TIESSSOM',
West Forest Park, St. Louis, Mo.
Mention American F'lorlat.

1144

The a mer i ca n Fl orist.

June 2S,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, 10 Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch, Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Guaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times. 5 per cent; 13 times. 10 percent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times. 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdTertlsine Department of the American
FLoniST Is for FlorlstB. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines Only. Please to
remembe It.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion in the Issue for the foUowiDg Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago.

Vegetal Parasitism among insects,
by Prof. F. M. Webster ot the Ohio Ex-
periment Station, is a pamphlet reprinted
from thejournal of the Columbus Hort.
Society, detailing a line of investigation
likely to prove valuable in controlling in-
sect pests. It is freely illustrated.

Please mention the American Florist
every time vou write to an adveti:iser.

V> l\ 1 1 1 1 1\ O • Pot Plants

KOBUSTA. fine for foliage @ C cents

MME. CROZT ® ilcents

PAUL MARQUANT @10 cents

ALPHO.VSE BOUVIER ®15cent8

The Universal
Horticultural Establishment.

SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

Plants from last fall; these have a foundation and
will bt-pin to nin strong at once. 82.50 per 100;
S-JO.Ort per Wm.

CLEMATIS for Fall Dellvary.

special prices at wholesale, on application.
Splendid stock and assortment.

F. A. BAXLEB, Blooming^on. 111.

GflTflUOGUE, PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFarland Co.

. . . II.VICKISIII'KC;. IM

E.G. HILL & CO..

wtioicsaie Florists

KlCHMOiM). INDIANA.
CELERY PLANTS

WHITE PLUME. GIANI PASCAL. (ilANT GOLDEN
HEART and GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING.

l'i>MKr"wn pl.'int.ii, SI 'i-'i per lUTX).

The New PINK PLUME. Ir:in«t>l»ntr<l pinntj. ri.50
j,.-r KW) C.'ijih with order.
Samjtlr mjill'-'! Urr

C. M. GROSSMAN, Wolcottville. Ind.

FOLDING

' m pBtimi momc Himn '0/ APAPER
fOP cur noncRS ^ R fl X F ^

for CUT
Flowers.

MmO<> fr»,m tiiiiTT, MnnlMn lln*-'l. '-lrnwl,.,iir>l m),).,.
1--I rful |.:.. k.-.| IKjIn n . tni.-

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO..

Jackson k Clinton Its., OBICAOO.

Tei.Ki'iiose .Mai» 47W.

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Gommlsslon Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS KASUS.

CUX STRINGS 8

TO 12 FBET LONG, SO CTS.

Orders by mail, tele-

Shipped in large or siuall quantities to any part of tlie country
graph or telephone^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

ii^ Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

Laurel and Green Festooning', Wreaths, Etc.
SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

WHEN YOU CAN GET

A SET OF

OF

Long's

Florists'

Photographs,

Perfect picture, each i%\2's inches
in size, for

ONLY S5.00,

less than 10 cents each, you can not
atford to be without them.
Address for catalogue

DAN'L B. LONG, Pubusber,

. . . BUFFALO. N. Y.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

14-OZ PINE STREET,

GEORGE A. SUTHERLAND,

SUCCESSOR TO

PE6K & SUTHERLAND,

Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

CUT FLOWERS

and Florists' Supplies.

-^WHOLESALE.^^

(Silcri'iinor to K.LMSON SI K|IKIIN>,

•»^« WHOLESALE B^Hf

1122 r-IITE STIiEKT,
A eoinpl«te line of Wire Deslffoa.

CHRYSANTHEMUM NIVEUS.

.N.iw ri.nily. fniiii '-'-Innli IN>tli. ntnintf pliintn.
prloc. II [it IKT 'l<i/.uii; HO.WI jmt lilliidlvd.

DAirLBDOUZB BBOB., Flalbuth. L I.. N. Y.

VVIicii wrilitiK to .iny ol the tulvfrtimTS
on tlii* page plcaai- mention the Amkkican
F-'lohiht.

67 Bromfield St, BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS"
SUPPLIES,

METS, "^^^^^ ^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES, ^^ ^-^~<:^ VASES.

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND.

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON. MASS.

BORTICDLTDRAL ADCTIONEERS,

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTremoiit SI. HOSTON, MASS.

H. L. SUNOERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut streets.
Cli'&oln.s^ettl, O.

DAN'L B. LONG.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

496 Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

Hllin-IMl OIlflKIlM rAUKKITI.I.V ATTI£N]>KI> TO.

OTIII-:i{ MrK^IATTIKS:

riorlHtH* SiippllcH. Wlr<^ IVmIkiih, lliilbff,
I.omk'h KlorUtH riiotitfcnipliMtHrnliiruu ad.
Catiili>uiii3H. \Anlm. ToniiH. vU:., on uiiplluiillon.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1145

Kennicott Bros. Go.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STffEET,
CMICA.OO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUFFLIES.

Telephone Main 4GG.

WIRE WORK A SPECIALTY.

S5 per cent, discount on all Cash orders of

$5.00 and upwards.

WRITE FOR PRICE LIST.

E. H. HUNT,

WeOLESaLEpLORIST

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, Btrl.BS AND AI.L

FI.ORISTS' SXTFFI^IES.

Western Aeent for Hie GREAT ANTIPKST.

A. I.. B.ANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Aeent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

Phone Main 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLESALE GROWERS OP

CUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

59 WABASH AVENUE,

Second Floor. CMIOA.CiO.

REIIVBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses. Carnations and Violets Specialties.

51 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CMICA.O-0.

A. G. PRINCE & CO.

WHOLESALE

Commission Florists

REMOVED TO
Room 2. CHICAGO.

CUT SMILAX.

No. 1 StririRS, 7 to S feet, 20 cents.
Satisfaction guaranteed.

EVENDEN BROS., Williamsport, Pa.

FLORAL DESIGNS

The Cut Flower Worker's Friend. Fine book
of 160 pages. Send $3.50 for it, to

J. HORACE MeFARUND, Harrlsburg, Pa.

Mention the American Florist when
writing to advertisers on this page.

©VVRoPe<SaPe MarftctA.

Cut Flowers.

New York. June 23.

Roses 5U® 2.00

■• per lOOO $2.00@So.OO

Beauty 2.00®12.00

Carnations... 60® l.OU

perlOOO $3.00®$3.6O

VaUey 2.00® 2.60

Harrlsll 4.00® li.OO

Sweet peas, per 100 bunches $1.00

Smllax fi.OO® 8.00

Aspara^nis 25.00<^.3a.0O

Adlantum 75® 1.00

BOSTON, June 2a.

Koses, NMphetos, Gentler 2.00® 3.00

Perle, Sunset 2.00® 4.00

Bride, Mermet 2.00® .5.00

Jnoqs, Brunner 6.00<516.00

Carnations 1.60® 2. CO

Harrisll 8.CO®10.00

Lily of the valley 4.00® 5 00

MlKBonette, Marguerites 1.00

Stock, astllbe 3.00® 3.00

Sweet peas SO® 1.00

Adlantum _ 1.00

Smllax 12.00®1.5.0Q

Asparagus - . 60.00

PHTLAJtELPTn A . June 23.

Roses, Perle, Gontler, Nlphetos 2.00® 3.00

CUBln, WattevlUe, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet. La France 3.00® 4. OO

Kalsertn, Bridesmaid, Testout 4.00® 5.00

" Bene, Beauty 10.00®25.00

" Jacqs. outside 4.00

" Brunners ^-CO

Carnations, fancy 1.60® 2.00

" good ordinary 75® 1.25

Valley -l-M

Asparagus 60.00®75.00

Harrisll lilies B.OO® S.OO

Sweet peas 60® 1.00

Cornflower 50® .75

Cattleyas 40.00

Orchids 15.00®40.00

Smllax: 12.00®15.00

CHICAGO, June 2*:;.

Roses, La France. Meteor 3,00® 4.00

Kalserin 3.00® 400

General assortment, per lOOO. .fSaSlO

Carnations, long .'ii® .-IS

fancies 1.50® 2.00

Pa-onles 3.00® 4.00

Harrisll 8.00

Candldum 1.00® 3.00

CINCINNATI. June 25.

Roses, Beauty 10.00®16,00

Mermet, Bride 3.00® 4.00

Nlphetos .„ 400

Perle 200® 3.00

Carnations 1-00

AlTssura -15

Sweet peas .60® 1.00

Valley 2-«)® 3.00

Smllax 15,00

Adlantum 1-00

Asparagus 50.01.

ST. Loms. June 25.

Roses, Perles. Nlphetos, Wootton 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet, Bridesmaids 2.00® 4.00

■• Meteors 3.00® 5.00

" La France, Albany, Hoste 2.00® 4.00

•• Beauty 6.00@15.00

Sweetpeas 16® .2.i

Coreopsis ■^°®,-,,S

Carnations, long 1-00

short ,60

Adlantum ,l-25

Smllax .•... I6,0O

Ferns, common, per 1000 $1.25

BUFFALO, June 25.

Roses. Beauties 8.00®15.00

Mermet, Bride, 3.0O® 5.00

" Meteor 3.00(9 5.00

Perle, Hoste, Nlphetos 2,00® 4.00

CUBln 3.UI

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.50

Daybreak, Wm. Scott l.OJ® 1 60

short .7.T

Valley 3.0O® 4.00

Sweet peas „ „ 25

Smllax. 'S-SSf-?-?"

Adlantum 1 00® 1.50

Asparagus 60.00

THE DIRECTORY

For 180*

IS NOW Ktm.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164. CHICAGO.

CUT SMILAX.

15 cents per String.
JOSEPH E. 80NSALL. 308 Garfield Ave., Salem. 0.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES;

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pr i" ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 28tb St., NEW YORK.

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

Wholesale Florist.

DESIRABLE STOCK FOR

Weddings,

School Graduations

and Commencements.

The product of the most e.xtensive and
successful growers for the New York
market

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SfiERIDflN,

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street NEW YORK.

WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST.

Careful Shipping to all parts of the country.
Price list on applicatiun.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut •Flowers.

B7 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

NEW YORK CITY.

EstabliBhed 1879

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

Z>IillBcleIs>IvIa, Z>a.

Mention American Florist.

1146

The American Florist.

Jutie 28^

¥Re geeil ilrac|e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

D. I. BrsHXELL. #t Louis. presldeDt: S. E. Briggs,
Toronio. 1st vice-president: A. I., oox. 114 Chambers
street. New Vort. secretary and treasurer.

Field Roots and Green Forage Crops.

[Read by Mr. S. E. Brings bejore the American
Seed Trade Association at roronto,\

Mr. President:— .\s I have been asked
to read a paper on "Field Roots and Greeu
Forage Crops for Stock Feeding," will
endeavor to give an outlineasto what we
grow and the mode of cultivation in
Canada.

Many of you now assembled come from
climates varying so widely with that of
Canada that what I shall say may differ
materially with your experience, for the
reason, climatic influences necessitate the
growing of different cropsand with varied
modes of cultivation.

For purposes of stock feeding during
winter, the growing of held roots consti-
tute one of our staple crops; more partic-
ularlv does this apply to the Province of
Ontario, not only because of having the
largest acreage of cultivated lands, as
compared with the other provinces of
Canada, but our climate, soil and mode
of cultivation are more favorable to their
growth and development.

The extremes of heat or cold during the
growing season are ill adapted tosuccess-
lul cultivation ot most varieties of field
roots. Through the months of July and
August we experience high temperature;
during this season the young plants ot
Swedes and turnips make but little root
growth; with the advance of season, and
while the sun is giving us warm days the
nights become cool; it is when this change
sets in that the root begins to make its
best growth; one week of such weather
produces a greater change in the develop-
ment of Swede crops than a month's
growth during the warmer part of the
season.

Mangels and carrots make their growth
more uniformly from timeof seeding until
gathered in the Fall, and may be more
successfully grown in warmer latitudes
than Swedes.

Stock raising and feeding is a leading
agricultural pursuit in Canada, and as a
large amount of profitable food is required
for the winter it is evident that field roots
are recognized as such, from the vast
acreage annually grown, and though the
acreage for torn growing is annually in-
creabing and silos arc being constructed
on every hand, there is also increasing
acreage in root crops.

The rapid growthof ourdairyingindus-
try requires the corn lor the production of
milk, but fir fattening and carrying stock
through the winter, roots are found to lie
most profitable.

Of the various root crops grown, Swedes
or ru:abagns constitute the largest acre-
age, and chiefly the I'urp!e Top varieties,
Bronze Top,(;rccn Top and White Swi-dcs
arc also grown, but in very limited (juan-
tity when compared with the I'urpic Top
sorts. The Swede is c8|K'cially adapted
(or winter storage, and may be safely
carried until June if housed in projierly
constructed rout cellari. The white and
yellow flc-shcd turnips, which wc term
"Fall feeding sorts," arc unsuitable for
winter storini;. The white fleshed varie-
ties lose their feeding value bv January;
the yellow fleshed turnips may be carried
until ("cbruary, but then liccome spongy
and worthless.

Mangel wurzels are next to Swedes in
Of der ol acreage grown; they yield a larger

bulk ol feeding substance per acre, and are
specially valuable for feeding milch cows.
As a winter storing crop they are unsur-
passed; the golden fleshed tankard can be
carried until October of the following
year.

Carrots, whi'e not as generally grown
as Swedes and mangels, receive no small
degree of attention and favor. They yield
a large and valuable product, which is
used for feeding milch cows and horses,
hence the name "horse carrots."

Sugar beets are grown in limited quan-
tity; they are worthy of more general cul-
tivation, especially where dairying opera-
tions are carried on, there is but little dif-
ference in quantity of milk produced from
feeding mangels or beets, but the butter
made from the feeding of sugar beets has
not only a firmer body but a finer flavor.

If we consider the food values between
Swedes, mangels and turnips, we will find
that the largest yielding crop does not
alone determine their value, but that
S ivedes hold the highest rank for general
feeding purposes.

To show this I will quote from the an-
alysis of Professor Shuttleworthas given
in Ontario agricultural report for 1893:

Swedes, result of average withfive vari-
eties; yield eighteen tons of roots per acre;
roots averaged 1.9S pounds each; dry or
food matter, 13.09 per cent, or 4,778
pounds per acre.

Mangels, average of four varieties; yield
IS'^t tons; roots 2.13 lbs. each; dry mat-
ter 10.2+ per ,:ent, or 2,723 pounds per
acre.

Turnips, average of three varieties;
yield 1+' 2 tons; roots 1.55 lbs. each; with
8 14- per cent, or 2,238 pounds per acre of
dry matter. It will thus be seen that
while mangels gave three-quarters of a
ton more roots per acre, the quantity of
dry or digestible food isl,055 pounds less
than the Swedes, or about 2.85 per cent
in favor of the latter, and turnips 4 95
percent less food value than Swedes.

The same analysis also shows us that
medium sized roots may produce less bulk
but a greater quantity ol food value per
acre than large grown roots, and shall
endeavor to show later on that it is- less
profitable to grow verj' large roots by
greater space between thedrilisand inthc
rows than when grown medium in size
and more thickly in the row.

To grow field roots successfully it is not
only necessary to select proper soil, but it
must be made rich and have thorough cul-
tivation; no better fertilizcrcanbeapplicd
than well rotted manure from the stable;
the ground should be jircparcd and ma-
nured in the fall, line stal)le manure may
be applied in the spring, but it must be
free from straw or coarse matter, other-
wise the roots are liable to grow rough
and prongy, making them more diflicult
to gather in the fall. The best soil for
growing roots is clay loam; it is easily
worked and admits ol^frcc growth to the
roots, strong clay lands yield heavycrops
it close attention to cultivation be given
throughout the season. Snndy loam will
produce good roo's, but reipiircs to be
well enriched. In all cases deep cultiva-
tion is rcfiuircd.

The ground for the various root crops
arc similarly prepared, l)Ut as mangels,
c.irrots, and Bii<ar beets require to be
sown as early as possible in spring, the
name cultivation cannot be given after
frost disap|>carH ns with later sown vnri-
itics, it should therefore be manured the
jirevlous fall, that only the necessary cul-
tivation need be given in the spring; this
('insists of plowing, harrowing, and roll-
ing, and rcpeHtcd, if necessary, till .'ill
lumps disappear.

The ground being thus made ready it is
thrown up in "ridges" or drills by the use
of a double mouldboard plow. Carrots
and mangels should invariably be sown
upon such ridges that agood depth to the
seed bed may be obtained, thus allowing
deeper growth to the plants. The after
care of the crop is easier, and should the
season be wet the young plants are less
seriously affected than when sown upon
the level.

It is a debatable question whetherridae
or flat cultivation is best for Swedes and
turnips, but for the purposes of cultiva-
tion and protection against wet seasons,
I would recommend sowing upon ridges
or drills for all root crops, and which is
the system adopted by our most success-
ful growers.

What distance bet ween the drills or rows
will give the heaviest and most profitable
crop? If I may be permitted will again
refer to experiments made at Ontario Ag-
ricultural College in 1S92 and 1893 with
sowing rows 20, 26 and 32 inches apart.

These tests were made by sowing car-
rots, mangels and Swedes, each at the
above named distances between the rows.

For comparison, and without givingun-
necessary figures, it was found that the
yield of crop was greatest per acre when
sowing 20 inches apart, but the roofs
were largest, while yield was least, at 32
inches apart, it is therefore a loss in point
of yield when sown a^ too great a dis-
tance between drills.

The thinning of plants in the row is
more or less governed by the distance be-
tween the drills.

Greater distance, both between the drills
and between the plants in the rows will
undoubtedly give the largest roots, which
are not only finer in appearance but more
quickly handled when gathering and in
feeding, but how will this increased dis-
tance aff.'ct the yield and value of the
crop? The same experiment above re-
ferred to demonstrates that Swedes
thinned to 20 inches apart produced
bulbs averaging 2.44 pounds each, with
only 11. G4 per cent of food matter, or
3,259 pounds per acre, while those thinned
to only eight inches apart give 6', 2 tons
increased yield per acre, bulbs averaging
1,60 pounds eacli, with an increase of
1,720 pounds of food substance, as
against the larger bulbs when grown at
greater distance apart. Similar results
are shown with carrots and mangels.

We must conclude from this evidence
that to allow more than a reasonable dis-
tance cither between the rows or when
thinning that we sacrifice the value of the
crop for the appearance of its product.

Drills when only 20 inches apart allow
of insullicicnt distance for the convenience
of cultivation. Without seriously reduc-
ing the value or yield would recommend
that carrots be sown 22 inches between
the rows, mangels, Swedes, turnips and
sugar beets 21- inches, and i)lants thinned
in tile row as follows: Carrots. 3 to 4
inches, mangels, globe sorts, 9 to 10
inches, long varieties, s to 9 inches,
Swedes, N or 9 inches, turnips, 9 inches,
sugar beets, .S inches apart.

Carrots, mangels and sugar beets re-
fiuire to be sown as early in S|)ring us
possible, according to favornbleness of
season, but not later than the end of
April.

Swedes from 20th to 27tli of June, if
sown at an earlier date the (juality of the
bulb is apt to be inferior, as the hot
weather ol July and .\ugiut is not favor-
able to their growth and tends to make
them tough and fibrous. Turnips do best
when sown from middle of July till begin-

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1147

ning of August, and may be sown even
later in theseason.

The quantity of seed sown peracre var-
ies according to the liberality of the
grower. From careful observation we
find that he who uses a fair quantity of '
seed seldom fails in having a good crop of
roots, the inference may bedrawn thathe
who sows ample seed will be equally lib-
eral with the manure as well as in their
cultivation, all these requisites are essen-
tial for success.

The following quantities of seed are rec-
ommended per acre: Mangels and sugar
beets, 5 pounds, carrots, 2 pounds, Swedes,
2 to 2Vi pounds, turnips, 2i/2 pounds.
These quantities are above the average
usually sown. We are aware that heavy
crops have been grown when using less
than half these quantities, but the risk is
too great, one year with another, when
sowing seed too sparingly; it is greater
economy to use ample seed and have a full
stand of plants, than to have wide barren
spaces, which is likely to occur with light
seeding. Insects and other enemies fre-
quently claim a share of the plants; they
must be provided for.

The culture of plants for the food of do-
mestic herbivorous animals, has always
been confined to nations distinguished by
advancement in the pursuits of agricul-
ture, we find such branch of husbandry
to have been successfully practiced bj' the
Romans, and which has been continued,
and yet serves as an index to determine
the progressive advancement of agricul-
ture up to the present time.

The American agriculturist has not
seriously felt the need of special thought
on these matters until within the past few
years, but now that our fertile prairies
and natural pasturage is fast coming un-
der cultivation for other uses, the want
of proper grasses to form permanent and
luxuriant pasturage is a growing need.

Our experimental stations, both in the
United States and Canada, have done
much to ward ascertaining the best grasses
for our North American continent. Much
has yet to be done. The seedsmen must
take no small part in developing and ad-
vancing this branch of agriculture, and
which will event^^all}' result in the wider
extension of the seed trade.

European seed houses supply annually
enormous quantities of grass seeds, both
for the Continental and American trade.
The day is not fardistant, however, when
we shall become large exporters of varie-
ties, many of which we may reasonably
anticipate will be superior to those now
obtainable; especially will this apply to
varieties adapted for growing on thiscon-
tinent, as we already find that many of
the best European grasses will not thrive
in our varied climace, owing to extremes
of summer heat and winter frosts.

In Canada alone no less than 300 varie-
ties of grasses are found wild or natural-
ized, but varying largely in degrees of
usefulness to the farmer, and while many
of them produce but a meagre quantity
of food and of poor quality when wild,
will improve in yield and nutritive quali-
ties when cultivated; the same conditions
apply to varieties found in the United
States, if therefore such of our suitable
native grasses are selected and grown for
commerce, we may expect great advant-
ages and improvements in the formation
of pasture lands in the near future.

Compare the pastures of England with
those at home and what do we find, that
the English pasture, which is formed by
the use of many varieties of grasses and
clovers, in mixture yields an almost end-
less quantity of food, rich in flesh-forming
constituents, palatable and relished by all

kinds of stock, while those of Canada and
the United States, which are usually com-
posed of clover and timothy, soon become
almost barren of food, the reason for this
is, that when only clover and timothy are
sown there is nothing to follow their sea-
son of growth, and when once cut down
remain apparently exhausted, but not so
with grasi mixtures. These, when com-
posed of suitable varieties, come into
growth at various stages of the season,
and when eaten off, soon regain their
vigor of growth and continue fresh and
sweet throughout the season.

We are not so favorably situated in all
sections of this country, nor have we the
same favorable climate as England, it
must not therefore be expected that we
can obtain the same perfection in growth,
generally, which we have in England, but
lands can be found in every state and
county that are exceptionally well
adapted for pasturage, these shiuld be
laid down with mixtures of natural
grasses.

Many of our progressive Canadian
farmers are enjoying the luxury of such
pastures, and are sustaining one cow per
acre for an eqviivalent of seven months of
the year, while the prevailing system of
only clover and timothy will barely feed
one cow per acre for three months.

It is a fact to be regretted that grass
mixtures have not been more generally
cultivated, in Canada much has been
written upon the subject, and exertions
put forth to induce their adoption, but
with only partial success.

It is well known that the average agri-
culturist is slow in making departures in
any system practiced by his forefathers,
nor is he always readj- to invest an extra
dollar even when he can double his capi-
tal, until his neighbor first makes the ex-
periment and proves it can be done; he
may then be willing to make the invest-
ment, but through his constant desire to
save a penny, is only agreeable to pay the
price of a low grade mixture. Such end-
ing is that he has not experienced expect-
ations and falls back on his old practices.

The cost for laying down pastures with
suitable grasses is somewhat more p:r
acre than with clover and timothy, this,
and the effect from using poor mixtures,
has, to some extent, hindered their more
general use, but where desirable and per-
manent varieties have been cultivated,
they have been found profitable and most
desirable.

There are numerous varieties of grasses
which have been used when forming mix-
tures, but those found best adapted and
most permanent in our climate, of theim-
ported varieties are:

Meadow Vo-s.ta\\,.4lopecHrus pralensis;
Tall Oat Grass, Avena elatior; Meadow
Fescue, Fesluca pratensis; Tall Fescue,
Festuca elatior.

We may add to these of our American
and Canadian grown varieties:

Kentucky Blue, Poa pralensis; Cana-
dian Blue, Poa Compressa; Red Top,
Agrostis vulgaris: Orchard Q,ra.%%, Dacty-
lis glomerala; Timothy, Pliteuin pra-
tense.

The Italian and perennial rye grasses
Lolinutn Italicum and L. Perenne, are
largely used in mixtures, but are unsuit-
able lor our winter climate; the Italian
will not survive a winter's frost, the per-
ennial rye may live through a mild winter
but soon disappears; these should not be
used when forming permanent mixtures,
but for the purpose of a crop of grass or
hay, the same season as sown, are very
suitable.

It is no doubt a temptation, when mak-
ing up mixtures to incorporate the rye

grasses, as their low cost will yield better
profit to the dealer, but the failure and
disappointment to the purchaser, in realiz-
ing his object, should be considered, as
also the ultimate success for the good of
the trade.

Clovers should also enter into the com-
position of grass mixtures; the varieties
most suitable are:

.\lsike, Trifolium hybridum; White or
Dutch, Trifolium repens; Trefoil, Bledi-
cago lupulina; Lucerne, JMedicago Saliva.
Red clover is usually included, but is not
of such a permanent character as the
other named clovers.

It is not possibleorprudenttorelyupon
any specific formula when composing
tt.ixtures, the location and nature of the
soil must be considered, as to the varieties
required and proportions of each, the
quantity of seed shouldnotbe stinted; the
quantity of seed per acre should not be
less than 2S pounds, including grasses and
clovers, even this quantity can be increased
with profit.

In selecting soils for permanent pastures
it will be found that those which are un-
duly dry or excessively moist will not be
suitable, or in other words, those which
are very light or very heavyshouldnotbe
selected. Clean tillage and thorough pul-
verization are important essentials. If
the soil be not free from foul weeds, they
will rapidly grow, increase, crowd out and
materially injure the grasses. Thorough
pulverization is necessary to facilitate the
CO veringofthe seeds evenly and uniformly,
and to allow easy penetration of theroot-
lets of the young plants.

The seed should be sown in spring as
soon as the land is dry enough for work-
ing; after the ground is prepared it should
be first rolled, then sow the grasses sep-
arately, followed by sowing the clovers
in opposite directions that an even distri-
bution may be obtained, then harrow
lightly and finish the operation by again
rolling. Seeds thus sown will soon ap-
pear above ground and continue to grow
rapidly.

Many advocate so wing about one bushel
of barley per acre at time of sowing the
grass seeds, should this bedone, we would
recommend the early cutting and curing
of the barley, but would prefer sowing
grass mixtures without other crop.

I have omitted naming several grasses
which are usualh' found in seedsmen's
lists; some of them aresuitable for special
purposes only, but for the purposes of this
paper have endeavored to select only those
which are found best suited to our Cana-
dian climate. I might, however, mention
Bromus Incnnis or "Austrian Brome
grass." This variety has recently been
introduced in dift'irent parts of Canada,
and from reports received it has been
found admirably adapted for pasturage
on lands of light or moist descriptions,
and has thus far stood the frosts of Man-
itoba and the northwest, givingan early,
heavy crop and producing a good after-
math of succulent leafy shoots.

Should this grass continue to give the
same good results as for the past three
years it will be an acquisition to our
northwest lands where grasses, such as we
can grow in the east, will not permanently
thrive. We would not recommend its use
for eastern cultivation, unless for the pur-
pose of remaining in pasture for several
years, because it is not so easily eradicated
from the soil as those with less under-
ground root-stocks.

When buying or selling grass seeds too
much care cannot be exercised in observ-
ing thattheyaretruetoname. Thosewho
deal in grasses are aware of the difficulty
experienced in obtaining European varie-

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f h ne 2$^

ties that ate free from aduUerat;on, lor
not only does such adulteration reduce
the value of the variety to the purchaser,
but often foul weeds areintroduced.much
to the ir jury of the pasture sown. It is
onlv by supplying pure seeds and those
adfipttd f )r the purpose intended, that
the general use and ultimate building up
of the grass seed trade can be attained.

Duties
Below is the present status of several
articles of interesr to the trade, under the
proposed Wilson bill.

Onions and beans. -0 cents a bushel; peas dried.
20 cents a bushel: split peas. .50 cents a bushel of
60 pounds; peas iu cartons, papers or other small
packages. 1 cent a pound. Plants, trees, shrubs
and \nucs of all kinds, coramouly known as
nursery stock, not specially provided for, 10 per
cent, ad valorem.

Potatoes, 1.5 cents a bushel of 60 pounds: castor
beans, or seeds, -> ceut»a bushel of .50 pounds.

Garden seeds, agricultural seedsandother seeds
notspecially provided for, 10 per cent- ad valorem.
Vegetables in their natural ^tate. not specially
provided for. 10 per cent, ad valorem.

Orchids, lily of the valley, azaleas, palms and
other plants used for forcing under glass for cut
flowers or decorative purposes, 10 per cent, ad
valorem.

A FCNNY SfiT is in progress iti this city.
Ddtlip Bottger. it is alleged, bought of a
Northwestern Seedsman a supposed pack-
age of Cauliflower seeds. The seeds were
planted but the product was Turnips.
Tderefore suit is entered for $600 dam-
ages for loss of time, wear and tear of the
soil, and the difference between the mar-
ket value of the Turnips and the esti-
mated value of the desired Cauliflower.
The portentious fact is discovered
that three ounces cauliflower, costing
a little over $1, is relied upon to
bring, in the market, after having gone
through the necessary process of develop-
ment, the sum of $600, which most cap-
italists might consider a good investment
for one season. And yet Donnelly says
the farmer is oppressed. Later:— Judg-
ment was rendered in favor of the Seeds-
man for cost of seeds sold. — Stack's Adv
lUilletin, St. Paul.

HERMANN'S SEED STORE,

4/3 EAST 34TH STREET,

Near I.oug l-l.-iud F.rry. NEW YORK.

JUST IN. NEW CHOP OF

Primula ctiin., Cineraria tiybr.

■.'.'■ :■■ 11, -.v :.-:i';\ !■, 1 1. ..nl.r.. |.r

ROMAN HYACINTHS. LILIUM HARRISII,
LILY OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

Write for pric-*, il will ^.-tv-- \m\ iiioiicy

NOW READY.

3000 COLEUS, in line condition, mostly
\ crsclKilIeliii, Golden Bcdder and some
iancy varieties, 2>i and J-lnch pots,
J2 50 rer 100.

VERBENAS in bloom, very fine and healthy,
iru h T"!'-. V- .'>0 per tOO.

100,000 CABBAGE Plants, fi.SO per tooo;
|l 3C0; the tmcst stram in the market;
every plant will make a head il planted
trom no* |., Aiik t5. Cnh »ilh order.
WNI. J. CHINNICK. Trenton. N. J

iM It II ti<ii,\i\ i.isr

Kri,rM«l, tvi '.1fMli|Mit« :t lo 4 tf^'l hlf/li

IVr lUI
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tMK'ntotoMliim, Much l.UU

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11.. lint . ilnnxit I'nlnin'IT:! A

l-ln 1itrt-\ HI " hfntlim, i<u* • tire

iii'.rlriii ttul * " M'nd nt <,rici< Mim-

lon AMKIM' \ . r ^ . • .Vf iHrKf* TrIlftlllH

■ivnrla, or :i KiiKtlnli I v/. in*'-

\VII.I,I,\MS * 40NH < ■).. llHlHvln. III.,
MAnuracturcrauf ilATAViA l>Alii:lJi.

TO BUYERS OF

LILIUM HARRISII.

There will be sold this year in the United States a large quantity of Lil-
ium Harrisii from which the tlowers were cut in Bermuda the past season
for Easter trade. Such bulbs will prove very unsatisfactory for forcing.

We have secured from one of the largest and best growers in Bermuda
his entire crop of Lilium Harrisii, from which no flowers were cut. It has
been personally inspected by us during cultivation, and is of the purest
strain and absolutely free from any taint of disease, an exception in these
respects to many bulbs offered. Otir bulbs are grown on new ground at
a great distance and entirely separated by water from the infected district,
with the result that not the slightest vestige of disease has appeared
among them.

Bulbs will be delivered full measurement and at prices as low as reliable
goods can be offered. Florists wishing to secure this quality of bulbs
should write us for prices, stating quantity required.

It is a well-known fact that large quantities of low grade Dutch and
French bulbs are annually unloaded upon the American market. We have
made it a special point this season to secure bulbs only of the highest
grade and shall depend upon our ability to supply you with this quality
of goods at reasonable prices for your continued favors.

We have not secured all the best bulbs that are grown, but all that we
have are of that kind.

SEND US A LIST OP YOUR WANTS IN^

Roman Hyacinths, Dutch Hyacinths, Narcissus, Tulips, Freesias,
lily of the Valley, or Fall Bulbs of any kind. . . .

PITCHER & MANDA,

SMOB^Or MILvr^S, IV. J.

HylSGDosGti Broitiers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

lUilbs # Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

IMtiftlnitocI Wliolt'Hjilo CiitnloKuoM on nppllpntldn.

HLLSEBOSCH BROS.,

ENQLEWOOD, N. J.

ONION ...
SEED. "^^

CROP 1894.

_^^^^ I'rices lor New Crop

^ — -made on Application.

(OX SIvEl) AM) PLANT CO.

•I I 1 , 1 1 :t & II

SflllMMIIII' s| r4*<<l ,

SAN FRANCISCO. GAL.

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs llMants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
I iir < i.ti.lfiKii.-. ii,lilr4 HH

C. H. JOOSTEN. IMPORTER.

:i ( ueiill.a .'^ll|). .NKW VOKK.

5,000,000

FREESIAS

CIDCT UAUn \^'^' "■'" delivt-r Frtn-sln Hulbs.
rinOI llHnUi all clmrKea for (nins|jorliitlun
paid, us fullows:

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000. $4.00

1-4 to 5-8 inch per 1000. $3.00

Liberal dliiictuint »m Inrwer li»t8. Send l«ir our price list.
Order NOW yoiir Jiipaii llulbH. LimKHl'Tiuii. Aura-
tuiJir<. Kuhruiiis, AlliuiiiH, \\v ur** H»nitlquttrt*T«.
We ore the ONLV FIKM In the 1". S. wlio Kiiuruu-
teoyoii SMINI) Itl LItS delivered.
AddreHFt till roininuiilciiilDiiH to

H. H. BERGER & CO..

(Established 1B78 > SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

CYCLAMEN SEEDS,

KiitoiH'nii strniii

LILIES OF THE VALLEY,

Berlin and Hnmlnirg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS f"r Knll deliver)-.

METAL WREATHS.

All Ml Iinp'.il I'luev

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,
122 £. 23rd Street. NEW YORK.

I'lrjisc niiiki- lis (lOtT (»f all kiudfi of Sl-ciIs aud
Hiillif^. \\r will HfU it for you

THE GREAT ANTIPEST.

I'lir |i»rt IciilitrN. h(^« ii«*xt. w«^«^k.

R. W. CARMAN, Gen-l Aqt.,

S) AmitT ntrK4,t KMIHMINO. <JP««n«Oo. NT.

I'l.KASK inriition tlif Amkkican Flohist
cvcrv time y.m write to an advertiser.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1149

CHE^VP

A

may be had from bulbs in winter and spring. We now offer
bulbs at prices that you can buy and pay for them. When
in bloom they will be a great help to you to offer cheap
flowers to the public. They occupy very little room in
your greenhouses, can be forced very quick, nearly three
times as quick as other stuff, and produce flowers of very gay
colors at a time when other stuff is rather pale and dull. Bulbs
in bloom can be sold at a price in the reach of every one.

References as to the quality of our bulbs we can give
you to nearly all the leading Bulb Importers in the United

OtateS. A.sls: foi' our 180-5 OatalogTia^e.

1|^=» Please ORDER as SOON as possible.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

, near Haarlem, liOX^rviVlVr),

Orders Booked Now

for Future Delivery:

Lily of the Valley, forcing pips;
Roman Hyacinths, Narcissns,
Spiraea, and all forcing' bulbs.
Azalea, Rhododendron,
Roses, etc., plants. Address

August Rdlker&Sons,

*=^''V3'^^;uT"*- New York.

PLANTS! BULBS!

EverytbfiiK appertalnlnc to tho Farm
and Garden ff the best and choicest
quaUty. PRICES RIGHT.

Catalogue on application.

WEEBER &, DON.

114 Chambers St.. New York City.

Our buyers will visit HoHdikI. Southern France and Herntuda during: the month of June,
an<I orders placed with us now will have moat careful persoucti attention by them.

IMPORT

BULB

PRICES.

I

ROMAN HYACINTHS^

and all Krench Bulbs

LILIUM HARRISII

AND DUTCH BULBS.

FREESIAS Ready, Select Bulbs, per looo, $600.

aVOWT" is the time to order. We are quoting tlie lowest rates of the season.
«ir"APPLE GERANIUM SEEDS, new crop, per 100, 25c.; per lOOO $1.25.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.

CHICAGO.

SASSENHEIM, HOLLAND,

GROWERS OF

P. VOS & CO..

Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocuses, Narcissus, etc.

WE ARE ABLE TO QUOTE THE LOWEST PRICES FOR WHOLESALE DEALERS.

JOHN BARTH BOS,

BUt-B GROWER.
OVERVEEN, HAARLEM. HOLLAND.

Agents for 11. S. anti Cauaila:

C. B. RICHARD & CO..

61 Broadway, NEW YORK,

Trade Catalogue on appllcatl-jn

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

PETER VAN VELSENl SONS,

Houtvaart-Overveen near Haarlem. Holland.
Growers of Hyacinths, Tuhps, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. Catalogue free on application.
Special prices given for large quantities.

LRN5T KIEMSCttNeiDCR, Altona.Hamburg

_ - iOLt AtrENTS FOR U.S.AMERIC* ft CANADA.

CCABEU a (?O.-B0X920.NtWY<?RK-

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

1150

The a mer i ca x Florist.

[line 28^

Pittsburg.

Thomas Lister died at the Mercy Hos-
pital June 21 of typhoid fever. The de-
ceased was born in Aberdown, Fifeshire,
Scotland, and came to this country about
10 years ago. He was formerly head
gardener to W'intbrop Sargent at Fishkill-
on-the-Hudson and James Kirk, the well
known soap manufacturer, at Hartland,
Wis.; later identified with Supt. A. \Y.
Bennett of the Bureau of Parks, Pitts-
burg. He was buried at Homewood
Cemetery by Pittsburg Lodge 4S4-, F. &
A. M. Floral tributes were sent by the
Pittsburg Florists' Club and the em-
ployes of Phipps Conservatories, Schen-
ley Park. He was a young man of many
excellent qualities and was highly re-
spected by all who knew him. He was
about 30 years of age.

Mr. James S. Taplin was in town last"
week from the west on his way back to
New York, and reports business fair.

B. L. Elliott of Elliott & llam will be
married on Thursday next, 2Sth, and ex-
pects to spend the honeymoon east, visit-
ing Philadelphia, New York and Boston.

Trade in general has been very quiet;
many of the stores have had quite a num-
ber of weddings. B. A. Elliott Co. have
been quite busy the past week with out
of town funeral work.

The parks are rushing the bedding, and
when finished there will be some designs
of great merit, both in Allegheny and
Pittsburg, on which I will comment later.

The market is very quiet. The warm
weather for the last two weeks has
about ended the run on all bedding plants,
which I must say have not been first class
by any means. Flowers plentiful; carna-
tions $1 per hundred, roses from $2.50 to
S6 per hundred. .A..J. E.

Gait, Ont.

Trade has been very fair, notwithstand-
ing wet and cold. Ouite a few new pri-
vate establishments have been built
lately, and now two new commercial
ones, namely, A. Oliver and Walker &
Co. The former is a hustler. Andy will
get there all right; he is to heat with hot
water. D. McGeorge has decided to
change 10 hot wat<r also.

Our September show promises to be of
unusual interest this year owing to a
new feature introduced. John Wells, A.
Common and D. McGeorge each offered
18 pot plants to children aged from lOto
15 years in the first week in June on con-
dition that they grow them and bring
them to the show, the iociety to offer
prizes for them, and then they become
their own property. Of course the secre-
tary was besieged with applicants; in-
stead of !>'. .'IS fnr ns I cnn Itarn, it
reached 7'i K.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

i;<-)i«ly titT dhlpiiii-iit from .|iil> to h«.|i(#-iii1ht.

Calla A«thiopica. fine dry rooU in nil nizcs.

Lil. Longiflorum. rmdy for Bhipmcnt from October
I»l Uj March IV IHH',.

Lil. Auralum. Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Irii Ksrrpl^ri. in KW choice varictim.

Japanese Maples. In l>CKt vnririieA

Camelltat. raonlea. Tree Ferni. Rajphli. C;cai
Re^otuta, RuiK-rh Krowins planU with nnc Ui\ui)ic
from Z'i crnU to 15 eacn; fresh imported titcmn,
tnir Ionic leaf variety, roota and leavca cut off, de-
IlvcfH ^oni March. IHWi.

For K'""*''-'*' |fi;;r'iri'-" '•'-'V ^-..-1.. *,.

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 lo 312 Wajnf SI.. S*N FRANCISCO. C*L.

I'LKAse mention the Aukkican Flokut
every time you write to nn advcrtifcri.

ZIRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been
simply magnificent, this season, and our seed
beds are a sieht to behold. Never before
have we obtaineil such size and colors, and
as usual, wherever e.xhibited, have eclipsed
everything else, receiving also the most flat-
tering testimonials from the leading florists
and seedsmen all over the country.

We will have new Seed to offer on about
July 1st of our popular strains

THE GIANT MARKET
AND GIANT FANCY

in trade packages of 2000 and 500. seeds
respectively, with practical directions to
sow and grow our pansies; pkt. |l.00 each.
Also plants for sale later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL,

. . , NEEDHAM, MASS.

Pansy * Seed.

Tbe JKNNING> STRAIN of high grade Pansy
Seed. New crop nnw ready. Saveii with special care
from only the very tinest varieties and (warranted i
flrst'ClasB In every respuct.

THE JENNINGS XX STRAIN.
The cream of Panslea. Grand colors mixed, pkt..
loOU seed, Jl.UO: 1 o/. a-'S.OU.

Tbe Jennings Strain, finest mixed, pkt. SI.ilC about
26IH.) seed; 1 oz. $r;.iiO; 3 ozs JI.5.iX). No sktm milk In this
strain. (Tiiey are just as good as I can make "em).
To mv iiid patrons 1 would siiy they are a big Improve-
ment'over last season— more variety and tlner colors.
The best strain Inr tlorlsts either for winter bloom or
spring sales; all large tlowerlng.

Black Dr. Faust, finest pkt., 'J^iUO seed, $1,00

Finest Vellow. black eye " •' 1.00

I*iire White, lae best " " 1.00

Victoria, bright red pkt.. lOOO seed. l.OU

All my o« II growth of lKil4. Ualf pkts. uf any of the
above 50c. Please send money (irders or registered
letter. Cash with order. Address

E. B. JENNINGS. Wholesale Pansy Grower,
Lock Box 264. SOUTHPOKT, CONN.

Mention American Klorlst.

Roemer's Superb Prize Pansies. j

The finest strain of Pansies In tin* Work!. I

Introducer and Grower of all the leading J

Novelties. J

Catalogue free on nppMoatlon. 4

FRED ROEMER. SEED GROWER, \

neue erntii ti-rllk' nilile .lunl. Mlviinen ubor ;j /oil
Im Durclnnesfer. hc hone Forni.melsl belle Forlx'u.
von unubcrtrenitcher i.malUat. 1000 Korn 11.00;
fWNi Korn 71 In Brlt-ftnurkeri odtrPost Anwelsung

■>fnr( . <ii>riii»iiy.

H. Wrede,

LUNEBURG, GERMANY,
Special Cultivation of

PANSIES.

4 Medals awarded World's Fair,
rice lint (III npplN'iitlon . .

Pansies Worth Raising.

There ii liKJiicy in them. They h.ive proved
It OKnin. even iu these hnrd tliiicn. NEW
SKKIi peifctlly ri|.e, KKADY NOW.
Oiif imi'kiiK.'. I'H of nil .III life 91 .Of)

ri\.' iiiK'kiiico i.oii

("Ruh with fit'ier.
CHRISTIAN SOLTAU,
mil tiniiii .\w .. .11 iesi:\ <ii\.n. .i.

LILIUM HARRISII.

orlh'inni nicl lnrij<-<,t urnt.tT'. •,! tliU liiipurtalit biilli
Tnu- ^>l.«k l...wi'.l I'rtri'n Mi'.l <,MmlUr.

F. R. PIERSON CO..

T.\ltl(»HHV.S-l>N III l)»l)N, M.w VOKK.

Slebreclit&Wadley,

rose bill nurseries,
New Roghelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mention American Florist.

ORCHIDS OUR SPEaiALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for btove, Greenhouse and Coa-
servatory

SANDER, St. A/bans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to interview
buyers or reply to any communication addressed to
hliii at 205 Greenwich St.. New York City.

"HELEN KELLER"

The new Carnation; pure white, deli-
cately marked witli red.

Price for well Rooted ruttin>;s:

S.S.00 per dozen; $I2.lHl per 100; J^o 00 per 250;
JW.OO per 1000. 500 at 1000 rate. Orders may
be sent either to

JOAN N. Mfly,
Suiuiiiit. N. J.

EDWIN LONSDALE,
Chestnut Hill.PliUa.

FRED. DORNER & SON,

Carnation
Growers,

-%.-^LA FAYETTE. IND.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the
fall -

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. 7.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

™= JACQUEMINOT

IB on<li)rBO»l iiM n ulilpper nml keepor: huIIh at aluht.
and In lit promMit ii iiiilhh of IivhIh tiinl tilootuH. NO
MOKKN.VMl'I.KS— wocariTiijtsimrotlictlnio. Send
fur firculiir. I'cr il.izcn, f2.U0: liur lUO. »10.U0; per lUOQ.
JMU.IJO. ■-'.'■0 111 lilOli rule.

PETER FISHER & CO..

l;l.I.IN. Nnrliilk Co.. M.X.SS.

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations I Chrysanthemums.

ST A MiAicn \ .\is.\ I'.ri i>.
niAKIK l.dlll.SK VIOI.KT KUMNIiKS.
N.MII./VX, ■.'Slni'h puts.

.sntlNfurtliin niid prompt ulitpnient ciiunintccd.

SAMUEL. J. BUNTINQ.

■'JlliMoci.l Am. .(' nMlli .St.. |-Iiri,\.. I'A.

Carnations a Specialty

Nice llehl-Uruwn I'InntH It

inu I'hititn Hold iiut,
Sci'i. .SmkI l(ir prlcew.

GEO. HANCOCK & SON, Grand Haven, Mich.

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1151

DWARF
FRENCH

CAN N AS

We offer au immense stock of strong, well estab-
lished plants from 4-inch pots, which will make a
display at once. All have been well hardened off
in open frames, and must not be confounded with
dormant eyes or freshly divided plants out of
benches.

We list here only the principal varieties, of
which we have a large supply. For a general list
refer to our Spring Trade List, which describes
over seventy-five varieties including all the desir-
able novelties of the season.

Per 100

Madame Crozy $10.00

Alphonse Bouvier 10.00

Paul Marquant S.OO

Florence Vaughan 25.00

Charles Henderson 25.00

Paul Bruant 15.00

Comtesse de L'Estoile 15.00

Chas. Dippe 15.00

Cronstadt 15 00

Explorateur Crampbel 12.00

Gustav Senneholz (true) 10.00

Maurice Mussy 15.00

Marquise Arthur de L'Aigle 10.00

Nardy Pere 15 00

Secretary Stewart 10 00

Antoine Crozy 8.00

Baronne de Sandrans 10.00

Baronne de Renowardy 8.00

Comte Horace de Choiseuil 10.00

Duchess de Montenard 10.00

E. Chevreul 12.00

Enfant du Rhone 8.00

Edward Michel 10.00

Geoffroy St. Hilaire 8.00

T. Thomayer 15.00

Miss Sarah Hill 10.00

Mr. Cleveland 10.00

Mile. Liabaud 8.00

Nelly Bowden 6.00

Princess Lusignani 10.00

Statuaire Fulconis 8.00

Ventura S.OO

Viticeulteur Gaillard 8.00

L. E. Bally 15.00

Francois Corbin 8.00

Mr. Lefebvre 8.00

Mile, de Cruillon 10.00

President Hardy 10.00

Pierette de Biorlet 8.00

Isaac Casati 8.00

Due de Montenard 10.00

Segionaire 8.00

Sophie Buchner 25.00

Emile Leclerc 6 00

We will furnish one each of the above varieties.
46 plants for So. 00, or if this set contains duplicates
of any varieties you have in stock we will omit any
that you may specify and add other choice varie-
ties in their place.

HENRY A. DREER,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

EXTRA PANSY SEED.

MAMMOTH SUNBEAM STRAIN.
A grand coilertlun rit kIiuU Hriwcrlnt: varieties, very
Inrtie. of perfect loriii. and cliulce colors; carefullv
selected; better seed plums tlils year than ever: re-
ceive very liliih praise tnnu my customers; no finer
strain offered anvwhere; tiurtsts should sow of It.
Trade pkt.. 600 seeds. -'.ic; :; i.kts, i»ic: il puts. fl.OO.
JOHN F. Kl I'P, !SlilreilluustoAvn, Pa.

TOBACCO Per 10 lbs 50c; 2.5 lbs $1.00;
III TITTQip 50 1bsSl.D0:1001bsS2.S0.
I U JJ U & X . «2>sample Free.

Vaughan's Seed Store, !^?^ Chicago.

pr| rny plants, gl.OO per 1000.

Iirl I" ll I strong, Hcll rooted and
ULLLII I .stocky.

Address CELERY PLANT CO.. Kalamazoo. Mich.

(ShEKWUOK H.ILL XrESEEY Co.)

Xo. 427-9 S.\xsoME Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQUARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seed.s.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Native Bulbs. LILY Rill R^

And other Oriental Sjiecialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

ROOTED CUTT1N68

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express. .J4 .00 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by

mail 50c per 100

CASH WITH ORDER.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY, OHIO.

Mention American Florist.

SPECIAL OFFER. Per 100 Per 1000
Unsurpassed Mammoths. 2»4-Inch pots.... Si. 00 ?25.00
General collectluu. named.2Vlnch pots. . . 2.5U 22.00
Geraniums, double and single. S^-tn. pots 8.00

Send for price list of Carnations, Chrysanthemums
and other tlorlst stock.

WOOD BROTHERS,

Cyclamen Seeds.

KOCHS SUPERB PRIZE CYCL4MEN.

The Finest Strain in tlie World.

BrlBlu cinrk red lOOO seeds $1.50

RosLM.f MtirlL-ntlial 1000 seeds k.Wi

White wltbcannlneeye lOOO seeds ;i.7o

Mont Ulanc, E-\TU.l ... .1000 seeds O.'ii

Cfish with order.

LUDWIG KOCH, Wandsbek, Hamburg, Germany.

Mention American Florist.

GHRYSflfiTHEMUMS.

From 2j^-in. pots,('_' $3 per 100.

STRONG SMIL.VX, from .'Hj-lnch pots. Si. 00 per

100; tX>M per 1000.
PANSIES, trom cold frame. flS.OO per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

Water Plants.

Elchhornia Azurea (New Blue Water Hyacinth),

each 20c: dozen SI. 7-5.
Elchhornia (Pontederia) Crassipes Major (Water
Hyacinth). S2.00 per 100, prepaid, or $8.00 per
lOOO, not prepaid.

Each Doz. PerlUO

Nelumbium Speciosum S .40 85.00 $2.5.00

Nymphaea Devoniensis 50 5.00

Flava . . .20 2.00 S.OO

Odoiala 10 1.00 6.00

•• Gigantea 20 2.00 12.00

Zanzlbarensis Azurea. in

bloom 40 3..50 25 OO

Rosea, in bloom 40 3.50 ^5.00

Oentata. . . .50 4.00 30.00

Pistia Stratiotes or Water Lettuce .15 1.00

Myrlophyllum Proserpinacoides or

Parrots Feather. ... .15 1.00

Sarracenia Variolaris. .10 .50 3.00

Limnocharis Humboldtii (Water

Poppy) . . .10 .60 4.00

Small plants of N. Zanzlbarensis and N. Dentata,
10c each, or seeds 10c per large packet, or §2 00 per
ounce, not prepaid.

Nephrolepis Exaltata (Sword Fern), selected plants
from open ground, ;12.00 per 1000, or S2.00 per 100.
delivered.

BRAND & WI6HERS.

SAN ANTONIO, FLORIDA.

Mention American Florist.
Best German strain. New ;»eed.

lOCO good

Cyclamen Giganteum, dark red . . $4.75

piuk Rosa Marienthal . 4.75'

" " white with red 4,75

best white .... 5.50

•• " luised all colors . 4.50

" " mixed all colors 7oc ICO seed.

Cash with order. AUO0bT BECKEB.

P. O. Box 41'; Lcxiiijrtiin. Ky.

SNOWCREST

Heavy stock plants. SlOO per dozen: 85.00 per 100.
SMILAXj 3'.; inch. S2. 50 per 100

GUS KNOCH. Woodmere, Wayne Co.. Mich.

Mention Amerlcaa Flortet.

1152

The Americax Florist.

/line 2S,

St. Paul, Minn.

Trade has fallen off quite materially,
still there has been no lireat surplus at
anytime. The best teas. Kaiserin, Tes-
tout and La France, retail readily at $1
per dozen. The poorer grades go at 75
cents. Carnations are still quite abund-
ant and of good quality. Among the
reds Portia seems to be the favorite.
Carnations retail at 25 cents per dozen.
Sweet peas have not made their appear-
ance to any great extent.

In roses Bridesmaid will be planted the
most extensively of any of the new varie-
ties. There seems to be a hesitancy on
the part of our growersto plant Kaiserin
extensively for winter blooming. Though
never thoroughly tested by any here,
they all seem to think it of doubtful value
for winter blooming .\s a summer rose
it is showing itself a leader, and each day
brings fresh proof of its great merits.

Carnations that have been planted out
are rather backward, owing to the ex-
treme heat and drought of the past few
weeks. Now that cooler weatder and
refreshing rains have come we expect to
see an improvement all along the line.
Violets and sweet peas have withstood
the drought well, as have asters, phlox,
etc.

The store of the Warrendale Green-
houses has been discontinued. Dull '^imes
and poor sales lor some time past have
induced its closing.

Inquiry of the principal growers about
town elicits the fact that thespring trade
in plants and cut flowers has been nearly
if not quite up to the average. While
prices ruled somewhat lower, the aggre-
gate in sales will foot up to the average.
The quality of both plants and cut flow-
ers has been better than heretofore and
the quantity larger. Felix.

If >'ou use straps you want to spare your
PATIENCE. TO SAVE YOUR TIME,
ana to prolong the life ot your STRAP.

rm a grower; / had to. Hence this buckle

Ask your commission man for it.

FRANK L. MOORE. CHATHAM. N. J.

EVANS' IMPROVED

Challenge

Ventilating

Apparatus

■ArlK'for llhintniti'*) < (itiiloKiie.
QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS.

ICIrhllioMil, lllil.

.MfntUin Anir-ncjin J-'lorliil.

00 "VOIT I-CIVOW . .

20 CANE STAKES FOR I CENT

A ! ■ :;:th l»y *implv uhJiik n HljarjiBftwon

n t/UM'JIc oTfjiir brst.

BRACKENRIDGE 6, CO..

304 W. MiiiIIhoii St.. ItA I.TI MOJC K. Ml).

Mentlnn Amoiiain F'lorlat

PATENT Q

I Tride-Marki, Copyrighli, Etc. ^^ |

1 GHflNDLEE & MflCflULty.vZ/

Atlantic Building. WABHIITaTON, D C.

Mentt'in American Klorlit.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on (his page please mention the
American Florist.

Dimensiois ot tlis Boi ;

2(i Inches lonp by IS Inches wide

and 12 Inches high.

Two sections.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.

Mamlactlirt THE BEST LETTERS IN THE MARKET.

-Thlfl wooden box nicely stained And varnislied. 18.v30xl2.
made lu two 8ectioii8. one fur eacii size letter. g:iven away with first order of SuO letters.

» c-i IW TS .
A, Rolker »& ."^oris, New \ ork.
Marscliuetz * Co., 25 >". 4tlt St., Pliila., Pa.
F. E. McAllister, 33 Uey St., New York.
A. U. I'trrj- & Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,

New York.
A. Herrniau. 415 E. 34tli St., New York.
Ernst Kaulmanu & Co., 113 N. 4tli St., Phlla.
H. Bayersdorfer & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
A. C. Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. .Simuiers, Toronto, Ont., Agent for

Canada.
E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicaeo, 111.
Wisconsin Flower Exchange, 131 Mason St ,

Milwaukee, AVis.
H. Sunderbrucli, 4tli and Walnut Sts., Cin-
cinnati, O.
T. W. Wood & Sons, 6th and Marshall Sts.,

Kiohni'ind, Va.
.Tas. \'ick's Sons, Kocliester, N. Y.
C. A. Kuehn. ll!Ja Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
U. H. LoilB, Buttalo, New York.
C. F. Huntington & Co., Indianapolis, lud.
Z. De Forest Ely & Co., 1034 Market St.,

Philadelphia, Pa.
Portland Seed Co., 171 3d St., I'ortiand, Ore.
A. Herninn, 41i> K. 34tli St., New V(»rk.
Oeo. A. Sutherlan<l, (>7 Kronilield St., Itoston.
Welcli ISros., No. lA Heacoii St., Itostou.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music HaU Place,

Hoston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

Sizes IK-in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
fastener with each letter.

OUR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $4.00 per 100.

N. F. McCAKTHY,

Treas. & Man^r.

Addreti 13 Green St..
Boston, Mass.

Address all correspondence to I Music Hall Place.

We Save a new FASTENER which we consider
a decided enccess. Any cnstomers havlnfi old style
faBteoera which they wish to exchange, can do so
wltboat additional cost by wrltlnK tis.

These Letters are handled by

H. BAYEKSDORFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Onr ne^ CataloKue in uow outt free upon
Appllcifttlon.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

•CYPRESS-

It

LOUISVILLE, KY.

r- COMPANY-

a

v^"i^

"JTRtCT

MM ,\<.(J

Always mention the AMERCAN hLO-
RIST when writine to advertisers.

MflRSGHUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SUDDli6S.

23 & 25 N. 4th St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

Send for Catalogue. _^_^^^^^^.

MEDAL AWARDED. "^^^

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,

Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. li;! North 4tli Street,
.SLiKi for c.il.-ilojTi.c. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLOR/STS.

iiirKest nnd tincnt Block In tho United

SUiUjh. Writu fur prlccm to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St.. Jersey City, N. J.

l>n nut l»i> (l(M-i<l\<^d by luferlur Gliixler
l*<»liitH, hut UKo only • . > .

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

MuiiiifiK-t iiri-il l>y till'

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
IIKI.I.KX II.I.i:, N. .1.

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The American Florist.

1153

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST I

Aren't you tired polnp through your liouses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay tor V If you are

We have pot just the thine you need, the NEWKST
and liKST thing out. *'The New Departure fur
about half the cost of the old style, iend for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GftRMODY, Evansviile, ind.

Rvcry florist, market gardener, owner uf lawn.grnss-
plut or tlower-bed. In fact everyone wlio hass a faucet
ann hdse should have the Kinney I'utup (patent ap-
iilled for) fur applying liquid nianurc. fungicides and
Insecticides to plants. Feed yfnir plants, fertilize your
lawns by uwlng liquid manurt-. Tlic chi'upest. simplest
and must scloiitiHc spraylnu I'limii hi use. Sent pre-
|);ild for}^i,.^)0— Hprayhii; valv ntlarlniiLMit 5t'c. l*ump
curnpletc J^iOO. Send forcinnilar. Atldress

HOSE CONNECTION CO.. Kingston. Rhode Island.

Only ■-?.) Kingstuns In the I'. S. (;et the state straight.

'•'i'liey are a good thing." "A very valuable labur
saving device."— W. N. Uithi». Secy Mt. (_ireenw<^(id
('emetery Asso.. III.

"Tilt* most valuable labor saving Invention I ever
used."—!'. K. \Vki,I), Uosllndale. Mass.

BE UP TO DATE.

And get the BEST. This is it.

The Champion Veniilating Apparatus.

CHEAP. DURABLE. EFFICIENT.
( 'Iroiilur tells tlie wIkpIc Ht>iry. It Is fri'tv

AMEFIICAN ROAD MACHINE CO.,

KKNNKTT .SOUAKr.. r.\.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gutter up.

Correspondence solicited. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

FEANCIS' COEIGATED HOLD FAST GLAMG PODITS,

PATENT APIM.IED FOR.

SURPASS ALL OTHERS YET INTRODUCED IN THE

MARKET FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES

AND HOT BED SASHES.

Made from brass, it never rusts. The hook near
the end holds it firmly in position. Can be us-d
either right or left, only one size needed. No special
tools required, any screwdriver will do the work,
easily driven in. Sliding of glass impossible, no nat-
ural force will remove it. Letter C shows the point
as it is made; letter D, how to bend it over; letters A
and B, when in position. Directions on each box.
Manufactured by the NOVELTY POINT WORKS. Price
50 Cents oer box of 1000 Points. Can be sent by mail
for 13 cents in addition.

FRANCIS' METAL STEMMING POINTS.

See advertisement in lust Issue.

^GEITTS:

Z. DE FOREST ELY & CO.,
A. liOI.KEK & SONS. - - -
WM. EI.MOTT & SONS, - -
C. II. .lOOSTKN, - . -
V. E. M<A1,LISTKK, - - -
WKE15KK & l>0>, - - - -
GENEKAI.

Fhiladelpliia.

- New York.

- New York.

- New York.

- Ne^v York.

- New Y'ork.

PETER HENDERSON & CO., New York.
MARSCHIIETZ & CO., - - rhiladelpliia.

.1. A. SIMMERS,
SC'III.E(;KL & FOTTLER, -
HUNTINGTON SEED CO.,
JOHN C. MONINGEK CO.,

Toronto.

- - Hoslon.

Indianapolis.

- Ciiirago.

AGENT FOR AMERICA AND EUROTE:

HERMANN ROLKER, Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

Gyrney

Hot Water Heaters
0 Steam BoHers.

UNEXCELLED FOR GREENHOUSE REQUIREMENTS.

Send for Greenhouse Catalogue.

GURNEY HEATER MRN'FG GO.

163 Franklin Street (Cor. congress).
BOSTON. MASS.

't.. . Tx..^ ( Johnson & Co.. 71 John St.. New York nnd vicinity.
A ,. Jc.J;.i.a \ •!• C. V. TRACn.sEI.. 211; Arch St.. Plilla. and vicinity.
Al. H,M lK.s^^ ^ jjjjjppijjj, iimx Co..:iJ Dearborn St. ChlciiL-o

uurney uouDle Urown not mater neater. ""'' Western Stales.

Mention American Florist.

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' y-^ *^^ / — . On t

Your
O — '•^ ^ -^^ Coal

Bills.

If your Houses are Heated by a Furman Boiler

These Boilers have a hit;h reputation, for Staunchness,
Durabihty and Safety, and are Great Coal Savers.

WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GREENHOUSE HEATING.

<)v*'r 150 styles and sizes, for .Steam and Hot AYater:

also a full line of Horizontal Steel

Ttlhular Rollers.

Let us make yon an estimate Fkee. Send for Catalogrne.

THE HERENDEEN MANUFACTURING CO.

New KNtii.ANi) Office: .'>4 Oliver Street. Boston. Maes.
Nkw Youk office; Taylor Bid k. ■>■' CortlundtSt.. N. Y City.
Westetin office: V-i\ i^akc Street. Chicago.
lldMF OFFICE AND VVouKS: '^S Viiio St., <lenev:i. X. Y.

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VICTORY ! VICTORY I VICTORY!

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis I
Convention'was to the j

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for S years,
no chain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es
timates.

EJ. HIF»I»AI«r>, 'Srotan.gstO'wn, Oixio.

ESTABLISHED

18 66.

MANUFACTURED

335

N. 5TEFFEN5

EAST 21^^' ST. NEW YORK.

1154

The American Florist.

June 28^

The "Seventeen-year Locust."

Replying to T. M. and others, the fol-
lowing circular, issued by the U. S. Dep't.
of Agriculture under date of May 1, gives
the desired information.

The fact that the Periodical Cicada, or so-called
"17-year I.,ocust,'" is to appear in two great broods
the present season is stated by a number of news-
papers to have been announced by the U. S. De-
partment of Agriculture, and these statements
have caused some unnecessary alarm among those
who do not understand the exact nature of the in-
sect or who confound it with true locusts or so-
called "grasshoppers."' owing to the somewhat
careless newspaper wording. The Department
has made no snch public announcement the pres-
ent year, although the Cicada chrouologj' pub-
lished t^y Professor Riley in Bulk-tin No. S of the
l>ivision of Entomology in ISSti predicted an ex-
tended appearance of the insects m 18JI4.

The Knloraologist of the Department has been
inter\-iewed on the subject and states tliat the
damage done by these insects is. as a rule, quite
immaterial, consisting in the slight cutting, break-
iug. and deadening of the terminal twigjs of fruit
and shade trees by the females in the act of laying
their eggs. The injur>' becomesserious only when
the insects are exceptionally abundant and ovi-
posit in young nurserj- stock.

According to Professor Riley's chronology given
in his first report on the Insects of Missouri (186S),
two broods are due in 1894. and the insects will
make their appearance during the last week in
May. Brood XII is composed of the 17-year fomi
(.V/- endfcim), and its last appearance was in 1877.
It then occurred iu the immediate vicinity of New
York, Brooklyn, and Jersey City, and on both
sides of the Hudson River as far north as Troy, in
portions of Connecticut, New Jersey. Pennsyl-
vania, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
Seventeen years previous to 1877 the insect was re-
corded in North Carolina, in Dearborn County,
Indiana, and in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
The last three localities, however, were not sub-
stantiated by reports received in 1877. In all the
localities above mentioned. Cicadas may be ex-
pected during June of the present year. Brood
XVIII is of the thirteen-year race (tredecim), Si.x\d
as with other 13-year broods its range is iu the
more Southern States, rather than in the North-
ern part of the country'. Its last appearance was
in 1.S81. when it occurred in southern Illinois,
throughout Missouri, with the excejition of the
northwestern comer, iu Louisiana, Arkansas, In-
dian Territory, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi,
Alabama, Georgia, and North and South Carolina.

The larvae, which live underground and feed to
some extent upon the roots of plants, gradually
rise to the surface of the ground when nearing
fiiUjgTOwlh. and from about May IWto June 1 they
l>cgin to make their appearance above ground in
the nymph or pupa condition. They crawl up the
tmnkAof trees, cast their skins, and the winged
in.«iect comes forth. The adults are prevalent for
five or six weeks, and, as above stated, do some
little damage to trees and shrubbery by puuctur-
inn them for the purpose of egp-Iaying. The
eggK hatch in about two weeks and the young
larvxdrop to the Rround. which they enter to be
yin their long subterranean life.

The Kntomologist of the U. S. Department of
Agriaillurc will \h: glad to receive during the
present ftcason any accurate locality notes of the
appearance of thrse insects, as he has been for
many years eneaged in mapping the exact distri-
bution ofcachbroo*! as it appears.

Standard Fiower i'ub.

II) i*r .-onl. <,n t.ir ciuih »lih order. HiiwIhI <IIh-

(xiiiil iin hiri^e nrilorn. Wo oirry ii Inrifi;

Ht'M-k on hnnil iff itttti*\ Htroiiif |>oU«.

PRICE LIST OF STANDARD FLOWER POTS,
m-liich iKilji. per luu I .'(.cu ivinch iKitn. per lUiU
J •• •• :i a 7 •• ■•

;) a

4.0) V
6.00 lu
i.z> II

V.W 12
IH.W II

11;

KiXU

;i'..U)
ui.au

76.UU

per IU) lO.U)

lO.U)

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7.'i,(«)

A.i.irni. HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

.... roKT liDWAKI), N. V.
AnirDal l(/p|kcr A ".■n.. 1.*. .V 1:>. w ;ilh HI , Ni.« V'.rli
'■|ljr. .Sew \tttk Atfi'liUl.

ECONOMICAL
Water
Heaters

Fnr (.KEENHOUSES.

-. ti.l f..r ' iit^il'.tfiH. to

JOHN DICK, Jr.,

roH mil Ht.,
Philadelphia, Pi.

m. ^

HAIL

I.'X K Till'. DOOR BEKORE
Till'. IIOHM'. IS SKIM'.N
DO IT NOW.
JOHN C. ESLER, Soc'f, F H. A.. Saddin Ri»!r. N. J

ii

FroofiPudtlino"

COATKSviLLE, Pa., May 22, 18i)4.
I.OCKLAND I,UMHh;R CO.,

(7rnf/rmrn:—The bill of lumber bought of you arrivetl in good
condition, owing to your superior mode of packing Your Cypress
hiiuber and workmiiiiship are superior to any we have used.

Thanking you for prompt attention, we remain

Very respectfully, lAMKS BROWN, Jr.

GUTTER MaTERiaL, RmGES, SSSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CYPRESS used.

Fi)!' circulars :iihI estimates AI)1>KKS.S

LOGKLflND LUM6ER 60.

lL,ool«:lr»u:icl, O.

««

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried oflf highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. 715. 7^7 & 7^9 Whafton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

liAnili.lph Ave. Hnd Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
tlacksi.n Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. 1.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce tlie dissolntion of the firm of Sipfle DopflTel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syraaise Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwertn, The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the grrowing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines arc turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list amlsiimples and we know you will gix'e us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE. N.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSHUHr.H CI/AY MFG. CO. New BriRhton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new PoMary, new Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, :ill combined, nuke the best Standard Pol
in the marhat. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Manager. lZf*mt IBroolttflclcl, JVIaMIM.

GREEN-HOUSE
iii:ATi\(i.

MYliKSt'tCO.

l5IHAilO?OS.9thSt..
PHILADELPHIA.

St'inl fur <-||||||'>i/iH<

iiiiil [>rlix' Hut.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 a, 76 Myrllo Ave;.. Brooklyn, N.Y.
fl«»-S''iifI for Cnlalni;ue.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1155

£STABLISHI:D 1854.

Devine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

II j^ ^ 1^ ^ iff) ^

^^^Kn!.

Capacity from 3-50 to lO.COD feet of four-inch pipe.
Send for New Li:^t.

FRANK DAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST.,

WORKS. 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

TO

TAKE

PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

HOT

AIR
PUMPING
ENGINES

:A Windmill

Is unreliable because it do
pencis upon the elemenl.-
for V.s power; hydraulic
rams also depend upon fav
orahleconditiousauti waste
as much water as they se-
cure. Steam pumps require
skill and hand pumps de-
maud labor and time. The

DELflMATER-filO[R[R
DE UHflTER-ERICSSON

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed for
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of well. They are
simple, safe and reliable,
retjuire no steam and have
no valves. They require
very little heat to operate
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.
, Send/or illustrated catalogue to

t The DELAMATER IRON WORKS,

t 87 South Finh Av.,

^ NEW YORK, N. Y.

IMPROVED GLAZING

<;ASnKK'.S TATKNT zinc joints lur but

tliiK iihtss irnikcs tjreenlinnseHiilr :iiid water tlu'hi: itlt^u
I^r^.'verll^^ f*InUiii.' ami hri'iikitu'e froiii rmwt. Dues rntt
cost IIS iimrli tn lifltt n htnisc iiUt/.Vii with the j^^lrlt^
thi.Teliv Miivlnt.' ennimh 111 Hu-I tn nuiru tlijiii (»:iy tht.-
additional cost t>f t:lii/.lnjr. The loadlitu' tlurlhtM id the
country arc unlnji tlieiii. Write lor circulars with tuU
parllcuhiri* intd price list.

J. M. GASSBR, Florist,

KiMlifl \v*inn-. <'I,K\ KI,AM>. O.

THE CHAMPION

ftiiioiiiatiG Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
beet machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my lllUBtrated descriptive
circular, which will t>e sent ytju free. ^IvInK prices, etc.
Also CliHinpiou SuU I'ulveri/.er and Sifter.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Address,
Kox 114.

Jl£« XC*

SPRINGFIELD, O.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe tan be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Super!
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WIJITK FOU ILLIISTKATEB CIKCULAK.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

D. H. ROBERTS,

159 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, IVE^'W ^V0I«K:,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FOR ROSE HOUSES, CONSERVATORIES. ETC.. ETC.

THOS, W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

Honicuitiirai flrctiiiGGts and Hoi Water Engineers

Send fur Catalogue, euclosliig 4 ceuls In Htaiiipx.

JVo. 2^^ C&n&l St., IVEJW ^X-QRIC OITIT.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

IlliM»H.O"V:E!I3

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

BiilkTK iiiiiil'' '•! Mm i"-l "I Mi;iIrrliLl. .-^lii'll, HrebOX
Bhcets iiTiil hcuil" "1 flocl. naUr ..iiaco nil urouud
(front, sides iind buck). Writf lor lulurmutlun.

You will benetit the American Florist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Seedsmen.

Cratob & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents for

Sneli's Hydraulic System ofu.sitig Oil for fuel
purposes. A'o odot , and J-^ to % cheaper thau coal.

509 Madison Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.

J*' Send for Clrculiir. , . .

which 18 ahsolutt'ly perfect ffir modern
greenhouse cinist ruction.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES,

Send lor Ei*tlnintes. fc^atlsfactloii Guurantced

REED GLASS CO..

65 Warren Street, and 46, 48 & 50 College Place.
NEW TOKK CITV.

1156

THh American Florist.

June 28^

Index to Advertisers.

AbclCC*Co....m'.i 1152

Adv. nite». etc IU4

American Boiler Co. ..1150
.Viuerlcun Uond Ma-
chine Co 115:*

Anthony J T 1143

KiillcrK A lUI

BayurBiiorfer U & C0.II.W
HcckcrAut: 1151

Hciver U 11 * Co lUS

lllanc A 1143

ll.inwII.IosK 1145

H.w.lohn Barth IN'.i

Boston letter Co 11.V-'

Brackcnrlilire \ Co... .1152

Brand Jc Wlchcre 1151

Brown \ CanMeUI 1142

Huntlnc Sniu'lJ 1I5U

HiirkI Kreri IIW

Barns tV Kaynor 1145

Burrow J G 1161

Canaan U W 114S

CannodyJ D 115:i

Cclcrv I'lnntCo 1151

Chandlcv A Macauleyll.*i2
Chi:" Kiildinf Bo.v Col 144

Chlnnkk W .1 lH.-i

Corlinv & McKellar...U44
C<itUu.-c Canlcns The. 1150
Co.\ Scfd 4 Plant Co. INS

CrabbA Hunter 1I.V>

Cnipii Carl 1150

I >al I lolouzc Bros 1141

IH'amudJ BACo 1145

IK; Ijiniat4;r Iron \Vksll.55
IK-Tlnes Boiler WIU..II55

nick John Jr 1154

lilllc.n J L ins

Ih^mer I-Ycd A Son 1I5U

llrvorll A 1142 1151

Kllhilt W U 1144

Klllson Wm.. . ....1144

Kast'x llcli:lit« KrlColl52

Kvenden Bros 1145

Kancourt Geo K 114:t

Kclhclm Lynian Il5:i

KiKher Peter \ Co 1150

Casser J M 1155

(;onzale;: K \ Co 1160

(inissnian CM 1144

liurney Heater Co . llKi

Hull Ass'n ll.'M

Hammond BenJ 1155

Hancock JtSon 1150

Hartlord II K 1141

Helnl.loiteph IU<

Henilcrson .John Co.. .114.'}
Herendeen Mfn Co... . 11.5:1

llerr Albert M 1112

Hermann sSce<lStorcl 148
Hews A 11 \ Co. . Ilol

HlltlnKer Bros 1I5<

Hill KU&(;o 1144

llllilMtnl V. 115:1

HltchhiKB&Oi 1I5»

HiKjker II M Co 11.55

Honin KdwC 1145

Hose Conneclliin Co .115:)

HulscboBcli Bn>» 114H

Hunt K 11 1145

Hunt .M A Kstate 114:1

Hunter Krank 1) 1145

.lenidnioi K B 11.50

.loiBtenC II Il4i(

Kaufmann KmstA Coll52

Kennlcott Bnjs Co 1 1 15

Koch l.udwiic 1151

Knu<.'hi;u» 1151

Kn<c»chi-ll l!r... c, n.V,
Kuehn C \ !i

.1112
..ll.M
..ll.'ill
..1115

.ll.VJ

liOCkland Lumber Co. 1154

UjnB Danl B 1141

lyonsdale Edwin 1150

McCarthy N K & Co.. 1114

McKarlandJ II IU5

McKarland J 11 Co. ..1141

Mac Bean A S \\U

Manda W A IIU

.Man/..! & Co 11.52

Marschuetz & Co 1 1.52

May Jno N 114:i 1150

.Michel Pit A BulbColll2

.MIIIauK Bros 1115

Miller KH 1112

Monliikrer Jno C ll.'i*!

Mwre VTwnV. 1 1152

Mycra\ Co 1151

.Niitl.mal Plant Co....lli:i
Nlles Centre Kloral Col 1 15
NVtvu Sella Nursery. IH2

Oasis Nursery Co Illi

I*nrkcr (iei-> L

Panuenter Mfc Co.

I'ennock C J

Pennock Snm'I S ..

Plerson V KCo

PlttsburK Clay .MfgCollSl

Poelilmann Bros 1112

Prince A (i A Ci IN5

Quaker CItvMchW'ksl 1.52

Uandull Al. 1115

Heed Class (V) 1155

Keeser ('has A 1142

KelnlK.'r>: Brus... 104.1 1H5
Ueiuischneldcr Krnst.lH'.l
ItlchariIsC B iCo....lU'.l

Koberte llll 11.5".

Kiielirs Theo 1145

K.iemcr Kred 116n

Uolker A \ Sons lU'.i

Uolker Herman lli'i

Uupp J K 1151

KussellSJ 1152

SanderiCo 1150

Schiller & Co IHs

Scollay Jno A 1161

SeblreP&Sons 11.52

Segera Bros IH'.t

Sheridan W F 1145

Slebrecht & Wadley..ll50
Slt\iatlons. wants, etc.1142

Suillh Nath *Son 1112

Soltau Christian 115J

Steffens X 11.5:1

Stemmler T W 114:i

StrebySO 1151

Struck J N * Bro ... 1 152

Sunderbruch H I, 1144

Sunset Seed .* Pit Co.i:51
Sutherland lieo A....I141
.Syracuse Pottery Co. .1151

Tess.in It K Il4:i

Trlcker Wm \ Co 1142

I'nlted States NurH'8..1l4.s
Van Vclsen P .V Sons.lll'.l
VauKhan J CUM 11411 1151

Vos P4 Co lU'.l

WeatheredB Sons T Wl 16.5

Wecber & Don IH'.l

Welch Bros 1144

Whilldin Pot Co 1161

Williams A SonsCo.lll.s

WIttbold (ioo 114!

WoK K K n.V.

WolBI, MfiiCo ll.Vi

Wood Bros 1161

Wredo II 1160

YouniiThos Jr 1115

y.lrnillebel I) ll.VI

I;-" Greenhouse
(""•(ifijjff ..„„.

Mas8 Kuxi Col

r\ yJ I ^!cg<'n'injT^jlI:tJ:Hi

'007 rt/»w'inoeK; ^.r .Cniofloo. Ii.ljj

When writiiij? to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Horist.

ARE YOU interested in the best modern
system of heating your Greenhouse. If
so write to us for Catalogues. We make a
specialty of greenhouse heating.

18 TYPES.

174 SIZES.

FOR STEAM AND HOT WATER.

ADAPTED TO ALL. HINDS OF FUEL.

'•ADVANCK" ^1 rii.l.' Mi.ik
For Ilol Wnler.

^r?wncan ^oi/er Compajiy

boston: new York: Chicago: Portland, ore.

IB5FI. HillSqr. 94 Centre St.

84 Lake St.

127 Sixth St.

Mention the American Florist when Always mention the American Flo
writing to advertisers on this page. \ rist when writing to advertisers.

TiiE Mmmmm IFiLmiiir

Rmerica is "the Prau/ of the I/essbI; thsrB may be mars cnmfnrt Umidships, but u-e are the Rrst to touch Unknou/a Seas.

Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JULY 5, 1894.

No. 318

f isiii Lkmsmw^m lFiL@@[!@ir

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

Published every Thursday by

THE Ambrican Florist Company.

323 Dearborn Street, Chicago.

Subscription, $1.00 a year.

To Europe, $2.00.

Address all communications to

AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY.

p. O. Drawer 164, CHICAGO.

Eastern Office : 67 Bromfield St.. Koston.

, This paper la a member of the Aasoctated Trade
Press and the Chicago Trade Press Association.

The Tenth Annua,! Meeting

OF THE

Society ol flmerican Florists

WILL BE HELD AT

ATLANTIC CITY, N. J ,

AUGUST 21, 22, 23 & 24, 1394-.

Members may remit the annual dues (Si. 00) to the
secretary prior to the meetlnE. thus avoiding the crowd
and reUevint; the officers on the opening day. Badge
for ls'.t4 will be sent by mall to those who remit In
advance of the meeting.

Intending members can obtain any Information
wanted by addressing the secretary.

OFFICERS :

.I.T. Anthony. Chicago, president; Robert Kikt,
Philadelphia, vice-president; WJi. J. Stkwaht. ti7
Bromfleld St., Boston, Mass., secretary.

CONTENTS

Wholesale trade in New York and Boston. . . 1157

Hardy flowers for midsummer 1158

Sweet peas at their best 1159

The beach at Atlantic City, N. J. lillus,). . .11.59

Plant shipments. 1160

'I he park system of Cleveland 1161

Park system for Essex Co., N. J. . . . .1161

Walk along beach at Atlantic City, N. J. (illus.) 1161

Chrysanthemums — Exhibitions 1162

—Notes 1162

The exhibition at Atlantic City 1162

Scenes at Atlantic City (illus.) 1163

Chicago to Atlantic City 116:J

Beauiortia splendens lllii

Carnations— Notes 1161

—Carnation Mrs. Fisher ... 1161

Roses— Planting under glass 1161

Wood ashes on benches 1161

Tarred paper on greenhouses llf>l

Boston 1165

New York 1165

Philadelphia 116.5

Chicago 1166

Worcester, Mass 1166

St. Louis 1166

News notes 1166

Cleveland llbK

Baltimore 1168

Toronto 1I6S

The seed trade 1170

Catalogues received 1 170

Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buflalo 1172

Bermuda's charms 1172

A floral column 1172

Buflalo H74

Cincinnati 1176

Toads in the greenhouse 1178

A large abutilon 1178

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

Wholesale Flower Trade in New York
and Boston.

Few who have not come into direct
contact with New York's flower market
have any adequate conception of its ex-
tent and importance. For fine roses and
other forced blooms in the winter season,
quality and variety being considered, it
is unquestionably the greatest cut flower
center in the world. This has all come
about within a quarter of a century and
there are no special indications that it
has yet reached or will soon reach the
zenith of its growth.

On account of the peculiar and varying
conditions under which much of the busi-
ness is conducted and the very general
disinclination of individuals to supply
statistics regarding their own trade, it is
not possible to furnish anything more
than approximate figures regarding the
gross value at wholesale of the annual
output of flowers which are marketed
through the different channels existing in
New York City; but with the data in
hand, carefully compiled from various
trustworthy sources, a conservative and
fairly accurate estimate places the amoun t
of the wholesale cut-flower trade of the
past year at $1,200,000. Of this, moie
than $800,000, or fully two-thirds of the
entire amount, including the choicer
grades of flowers and nearly all the roses,
passes through the hands of the dozen
and a half commission houses, large and
small. The commission men have practi-
cally no opposition outside of their own
ranks, and the value of the stock sold by
contract or by peddling to the retail
stores or shipping direct to out-of-town
buyers from the greenhouse is compara-
tively small, probably considerably under
$50,000.

The market near 34th street ferry does
not seriously conflict with the business of
the commission dealers, for the trade here
is all done at a very early hour in the day.
The stock consists largely, in the summer
months especially, of the coarser varieties
and quite a percentage of the buyers are
of a class which cut but a small figure in
the foUowingof thecommissionmen. This
market is the great outlet for Long Island
growers mainly, and has increased
rapidly from a very humble beginning to
an enormous enterprise. There are about
one hundred and fifty stock holders and
thirty outsiders who lease stands. The
aggregate annual sales herecannot be as-
certained with any degree of accuracy
but the amount is variously estimated by
those in a position to judge, all the way
from $300,000 to $400,000.

The past season has not witnessed the
growth in receipts for flowers which has
been characteristic of each successive year
heretofore. This could not be expected,
considering the depression in every other
direction. That there has been no appar-
ent falling off should be a good cause for
congratulation. Prevailing prices in sev-

eral important lines, notably chrysanthe-
mums, violets and Easter lilies, and to a
lesser degree in roses, have been lower
than in previous years, but the quantity
marketed, averaging probably from
twenty to twenty-five per cent, more
than last year, has so increased the gross
receipts that the total money realized is
believed to be fully up to the record. In
short, financial results have been as large
as in the preceding year but more stock
has had to be handled to do it. Carna-
tions have proved an exception to the
prevailing rule and are credited with a
considerable advance in value from the pre-
vious season. In bulbous stock there has
been a decided falling off, tulips suffiering
most. The business of shipping cut flow-
ers to a distance has been on the decline for
some years and dealers are being forced to
depend more and more on the local mar"
ket for their trade. In the estimates given
above no account has been taken of the
trade of Brooklyn, which is quite an item
of itself. Many Long Island growers find
an outlet for their goods in Brooklyn and
do not figure in New York trade.

The wholesale trade of Boston while
quite large is not and never has been con-
trolled to any great extent by the com-
mission men. Many of the conditions
prevailing here are peculiar and do not
exist in any of the other large markets.
The section of the city in which a pros-
perous retail flower business may be con-
ducted is limited to a very small area.
Within this district the growers coming
from out of town on the various rail-
roads in the morning find it easy to make
the circuit of all the buyers, and this fact
together with the opportunities thus en-
joyed for meeting each other daily and
gossiping over their business has always
been a powerful factor in perpetuating
the old custom of peddling from store to
store and making the eff'orts of the com-
mission men to get control of the stock
and systematize the business fruitless to
a great extent.

A careful estimate of the volume of the
peddling business places its value for the
past year at $185,000. The commission
dealers do about $160,000 of cut flower
trade, but they also handle supplies of all
descriptions which makes quite an addi-
tion to their business. The Growers' Co-
operative Association, which has been
established for over two years, is com-
posed of growers who formerly carried
their goods from store to store but now
come together in a market every morning
on a plan similar to that conducted at
34th street ferry in New York. About
$145,000 is the estimated value of the
flowers sold here in the past year. This
amount docs not represent the entire cut
of all the growers leasing stands here, for
quite a number of them carry a part of
their stock direct to the stores. Theretail
dealers in Boston have got into the habit
of having the flowers brought to their

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door for inspection and selection and they
do not take kindlv to any metliod which
makes it necessary for them to go out
and seek for their stock. Most of the
prominent retail dealers are growers as
well, and sell a considerable quantity of
cut bloom grown at their own establish-
ments, certainly $25,000 is not a high
figure for this item.

It appears therefore, that the value of
Boston's wholesale cut flower trade is
more than $500,000 annually. It is not
likely that it has increased any during the
past year. Prices on roses have averaged
lower than ever before but there has been
probably a sufficient increase in amount
of stock marketed to fully compensate tor
the shrinkage resulting from lower prices.
The shipping trade here has, as in New
York, been gradually forced to narrow
down its borders until now it is confined
mainly to New England points and is as
such, almost entirely iu the hands of the
commission men, who act as a sort of ex-
change for these out of town parties sup-
plving them with goods they require and
receiving in return consi^ments of such
goods as thev may have in surplus stock.

Hardy Flowers for Midsummer.

After the roses are past and gone, the
prevailing tone in gardens is amonotone of
green or pray. The florists' flowers and
annuals give a little relief here and there,
but after all the surface of the country is
barely signal-lit by the beacons of flori-
culture. In shrubs particularly the scarc-
ity seems almost painful, I will therelore
give a pretty full list of such as oc;ur in
my notes, as flowering over a wide range
of country— mostly at the north. There
may be some synonymy among specific
names, and the florist will do well to look
it up in the new edition of Johnson's Dic-
tionary or in Nicholson.

TREES AND SHRUBS.

Actinidia polygama (CI.),
Abclia rupestris (S.),
yEscul us parviflora varieties X.. macros-
tachya,
Andromeda (?) ligustrina,
Aralia chinensie,
Cornus Kosua,
Corpus sericea,
Cornus sibirica,
Ceanothus America nus,
Callicarpa Japonica,
C. Americana,
C. Americana fructo alba (S.),

Cytisus capitatus,

C. nigricans,

Catalpa bignonioidcs, C. spcciosa,

Ccphalanthus occidcntalis,

Clcthra barbincnsiB.

C. alnifolia,

Cla<Ja»tri8 tinctoria (N.),

Castanea pumilo. etc..

Clematis (CI.) J.-ickmanii and hyl)rKls,
C. SiclK»ldii, C. Thunl)crgii, C. fulginB
hybrida, etc., C. Virginiana, C. viticella
vcnosa, C. pnniculata. C. crispa, C.coc-

cinea, etc.
Cistu* laurifoliui (S.),
Callunn vulgaris,
I)cciim.Tra bnrbara (CI.),
Ivl;cagnuii longlpc*. etc.,
Crica tctrnlix, li. vnganfc,
Dicrvilla trifidn, and iCMifolia,
I)cut7.in icnbra,

I), crcnata and varieties, D. Wattonii,
I'ridc of Kochcstcr, etc.,
Cteniitn tinctoria, O. dumctorium,
llovenin dulcis (S.),
Ilydrnngca nrborca, Qucrcifoha,
H. radinta,

II. paniculata (early varieties),
II. vestita varieties, H. Japonica varie-

ties, H.Thunbergii, and H. hortensis varie-
ties,

Hedysarum multijugum (S.),

Hypericum aureum, H.fasciculatum.H.
prolificum, H.calycinum.H.Moserianum,

Itea Virginica,

Ilex species,

Indigofera Dosua, Jasminum officinale

'^•)' . ■ , .

Kcelreutena paniculata,

Lespedeza bicolor,
Ligustrum Ibota, etc.,
Magnolia glauca Thompsonii,
Maackia Amurense,
Philadelphus laxus speciosus,
Potentilla fruticosa,
Rubus Nutkanus, odoratus and tomec-
tosus fl. pi.,
Rhus Cotinus, etc..

Rhododendron (Azalea) aruorescens,R.
viscosa, R. optima, and hybrids of R.
mollis,

R. punctatum, maximum, m. album
and hybrids.

Rosa foliolosa,R.grandiflora, R.g.mul-
tiflora (C1.),R. g. Engineer, R. arvensis,
R. a. capreolata, R. Andersonii, R. seti-
gera, R. Wichuraiana, R. Carolinensis, R.
microphvUa, etc., Mrs. De Graw, Dins-
more, Pride oi Washington, Mrs. John
Laing, etc.,
Schizophragma hydrangeoides (CI.),
Svringa Japonica,

Stuartia pentagyna.S.pseudo camellia,
Spirsca discolor varieties, S. sorbifolia , S.
Japonica, S. Bumalda varieties, S. Dou-
glassii, S. Fontuneii, S. atro sanguinea,
S. Tobolksii, .

Tccoma grandiflora, T. radicans (LI. ),
Tilia argentea, T. petiolaris.
Viburnum nudum, V. macrocephalum,
V. Nepalense,
Zizyphus vulgaris (S.),
In the above list N. is North, S. South,
CI. Climber. Now just imagine these
gathered together in one place; don't you
think there would be an exhibition? but
there is more to come in the following:

HERBACEOUS PLANTS.

Achillea millefolia rosea, A. serrata fl.
pi., A. tomentosa,
Anthcmis tinctoria,
Aconitum barbatum.
Antirrhinums,

Alyssum argenteum, A. rostratuni,
Agrostemma coronaria.
Allium azureum, A. cernuum, A. Moly,
Alstroemeria aurantiaca,
Althaia (hollyhocks),
Aralia raccmosa,

Artimcsia Ludoviceana,

Asclepias incarnata varieties, A. tubcr-
osa, A. cjuadrifolia, A. verticillata,

Begonia livansiana,

Baptisia Icucantha,

Buphthalmiim spcciosum,

Bclamcanda sinensis.

Cassia Marylandica,

Catananchc courulea and C. alba,

Ciniicifuga dissccta, C. raccmosa,

Campanula persica-folia, C. alinrifolia,
C. grandiflora, C.glomcrata.C.DahurIca,
Cintifolift, C. niacrnntha, C. pyramid-
alls, C. Trncliclium, C. Van Iloutteu, C.

caroatica, C. turbinala, etc., etc.,

CIcmnliB recta.

Coreopsis lanceolata, C. palmata, C.
crecto, C. grandiflora, etc., etc.,

Cypri|)cdium siicctabilc,

Ccntaurca macroccphala,

Ccntranthus rulicr,

Criicianclla stylosa,

Ik-liihinium formosum, I). Chincnsc, I),
hybridum. H. consolida, U. Cashmin-
anum, etc.,

Dinnthus crucntus, I), dcltoidcs, U. dcn-
lusus, l>. nrcnarius,

Digitalis lormcntosa, etc.,

Dracocephalura altaicum, D. Ruyschi-
anum,
Echinops sphoerocephalus,
Erigeron glaucum, E. speciosum,
Eryngium alpinum,
Euphorbias,

Gaillardia grandiflora, etc.,
Galium boreale,
Geum coccineum vars.,
Gypsopliylla acutifolia, G. paniculata,
Galega officinalis,
Hemerocallis species,
HydrophvUum Canadense,
Helianthus rigidus, H. multiflorus,
Inula glandulosa,
Iris Kcempterii varieties,
Koiphofias. early varieties,
Lathyrus latifolius alba, etc..
Lychnis species,
Linum flavum,
Lotus Japonicus, etc.,
Lindelofia spectabilis,
Liatris spicata,
Lysimachia thrysiflora, etc..
Lythrum salicaria varit tics,
Lilium giganteutn, L. longiflorum, L.
Brownii, L. formosanum, L. Kramerii,L.
candidum, L. elegans, L. Canadense, L.
superbum, L. Ilansonii, L. Wallacei, etc.,
Morina longifolia,

Myosotis palustris, M.semperflorens,
Monarda didyma, M. fistulosa,
Micromeria rupestris,
Mimulus cardinalis,
Melissa officinalis variegata,
CEnothcra fruticosa major, UJ. Missou-
riensis, CE. speciosa, CE. Frazerii, (li.

Vouncii,
Onosma taurica (S.),
Ostrowskia magnifica,
Pentstemon pubescens, P. diffusus, P.
confertus, P. spectabilis, P. ovatus, P.
barbatus, P. Torreyii,
Phyteuma obiculare,
Phlox Carolina, P. glaberrima, P. suf-
friticosa varieties,
Potentillas,
Polemonium humile,
Rudbeckia laciniata,
Rhexia Virginica,
Sidalcea Candida,
Scutellaria species,
Scabiosa caucasica, S. graminifolia,
Scdum Douglassii, S. lydium, etc.,
Senecio Japonica,

Spira;a aruncus, S. filipcndula, S. palm-
ata, S. ulmaria, etc.,
Stachys lanata,
Stylophorum diphyllum,
Staticc latifolia, etc.,
Stokcsia cyanca,
Tunica saxifraga,
Teucrium Chamtedrys,
Thalictrum species,
Trifolium pavonicum,
Tradescantias,
Thermopsis Carolinensis,
Viola cornuta varieties,
Veronica spicata, V. incana.
Yucca filamentosa,
Vcrbapcums,

Aciuatics: Nympheas.Nelumbiums; Or-
chids; Platanthcrn siiccics, etc.

This list might be still further length-
ened, but a proiK-r regard for your space
has admonished mc to siii>prcas ver;r
many species and varieties. There is
enough however, to show that the sum-
mer garden need never be sombre.

Jamhs MacPhurson.
Trenton, N. J.

Do voii WANT n list of trade organiza-
tions, both national .iiid local, with names
and addrcsfcs of priiiripul oflicers, time
and dI.icc of nuetings and other informa-
tion? You will find sucluilist in our trade
directory and reference book for 1894.
Price $2.00.

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IS TO BE HELD. AUGUST 21 TO 24.

Sweet Peas at their Best and for Every-
body.

Flowers do not, like diamonds, get their
value from their rarity. The more beau-
tiful they are the more they are intended
to be universallj' enjoyed. The highest
mission of a flower is to have some skilled
hand develop it at its best, and then
some other benefactor put it, in its most
perfect form, within everybody's reach.
Everybody has heard about the improved
sweet pea, but the day is just dawning
when everybody can have the sweet pea
at its best.

My trip to California was not to see
how a hundred acres of sweet peas would
look in a great blanket of bloom, but to
see whether the varieties which Mr. Eck-
ford is producing by the packet could
there without deterioration be produced
by the pound or hundredweight. It was
of no concern to me where or how the
old common and inferior sorts were
grown, for they will hold their own un-
der ordinary conditions. But Mr. Eck-
ford's best work is now being put up in
very small parcels. And the first year's
trial of them in this country hardly gives
more than a suggestion of what they
are. And the demand has increased so
slowly that, outside of the seed growers,
it has been a question whether the
fancy prices paid and the meagre re-
sults realized made them worth the
trouble to any but a few specialists.
Success with them has been too small to
give them headway in this country, and
there was danger of the public tiring of
hearing about their beauty when so few
of them were to be seen. The trouble
was not merely with the introduction
price of them, but there was the great un-

certainty of their germinating and
amounting to anything until acclimated
here. It has required some trumpetingof
their excellence to make even a few invest
in them. And even now Mr. Eckford, in
his last letter, tells me his friends have
advised him to advance his introduction
price from six cents per seed to five shil-
lings. If he does our seed growers will
be the only ones who will pay the price,
and they would need but a few seeds each
to start their stock with, for after the
first year they increase rapidly. In that
case Mr. Eckford would be like the young
artist whose wife told him that if he
would not charge but a quarter as much
for his pictures he would sell twice as
many. With this very limited English
supply it has been a matter of great inter-
est to turn to California and see what
they could do. I feel a very warm place
in my heart for Mr. Eckford and his splen-
did work, and if 1 could incidentally help
him to find a way to make money faster,
as a reward for his patient and skillful
work, I should be glad to do so. But I
feel a great deal more interest in our
American flower lovers; and, as Mr. Eck-
ford probably already suspects, I would
do all I could to put his latest and best
novelties into our growers' hands, for I
certainly want them as expeditiously as
possible to make our great flower public
happy. His dear old Scotch blood is a
little too slow for us. And now that our
California growers are finding that they
must plant as early as October, Mr. Eck-
ford cannot please them better than to
send his stock right along as soon as he
harvests it. Indeed, since he has his
splendid reputation all made, and what
he wants is probably material reward, I
state here, what I have suggested to him,

and what I am now, since my California
trip, more convinced of than ever, that
the place for him to get his novelties
grown so as to supply the trade and re-
munerate himself is in California. It has
proven by winter freezing and harvest
rains to be a hazardous crop in England,
and every year seems to bring a shortage
of some sort. The advantage in favor of
California would be seen in everything,
soil and climate there being reliable fac-
tors and there being no question now
about honest, skillful work, and in two
years any of his novelties could be grown
to supply all demand. Such a variety as
the Emily Henderson illustrates how
quickly a large stock can be put on the
market at a price that in the aggregate
would bury the fancy priced sealed Eck-
ford packets out of sight, and yet be
within popular reach.

Now I suspect that even some seeds-
men and florists will say this talk about
improved sweet peas is "Much ado about
nothing." Why, an improved pansy
means a blossom three inches long, aid
an improved chrysanthemum means a
huge advance in size. Thefinestexpandtd
Eckford sweet pea is not so very large,
but the increase goes into more than ore
blossom on a stem as well as into size.
Even double the size of the blossom, and
at the same time double the number of
blossoms on a stem, and it rivals tte
pansy. But I will admit that there is
some ground for skepticism and disap-
pointment in regard to improved sweet
peas. As I suggested in my last article,
this flower is such an exclusive inbreeder
that unless the tendency to rapid rever-
sion is met by the most careful selection
of seed stock and the highest culture
in one quarter the time it took Mr.

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Ecklord to devtlop it it will run back.
What is the sweet pea at its best? Be-
gin with any one of the old varieties.
You have a limp kind of a flower with a
heart shaped standard about lis inches
in width, the general texture of the blos-
som bting such that a midday sun shriv-
els it, giving it a lank look. In a high
grade Eckford you have a standard ex-
panded into nearly circular shape, about
l?s inches in diameter, with a wavy full-
ness that gives it a still more generous
look, and a substance that defies the
noonday sun. The wings too correspond
with the standard. No amount of devel-
opment will make a coarse flower of the
sweet pea. Its very fragrance indicates
grace and refinement. To ofiset any
gross tendency it puts its increase into
more blossoms on a stem, and the aggre-
gate makes a grtat advance in size. But
it is not in palpable substance alone that
the Eckfords excel, but in the delicate and
beautiful character given in the colors
and lints of the finest sorts. Among the
bunches wh ch I showed to-day at the
Springfield rose show I could see people
attracted by the new soft bluish tint of a
bunch of Emily Eckford, which seems
prettier this year than last.

.\bout seventeen of the Eckfords, so far
as introduced in this country, have the
largest expanded form. Of course this
size and form require as skillful treatment
and as rich ground to bring them to their
best as pansies do. Even with seed that
has the greatest possibilities in it every
florist knows and every amateur will find
out that sweet peas, like every other high
grade flower, do not push forward into
the best competitive merit except under
those conditions of culture which win
prizes for other flowers. Even if we get
the very best seed from California it still
remains for good work to be done to
show how good it is.

What guarantee have we of first class
scid from California? Let me describe
the conditions under which the largest
grower is producing this seed, for I am
confident he is setting the pace for the
others. A foundation has been laid in a
long experience at vegetable seed grow-
ing. The large houses need no introduc-
tion to these growers, for, with their im-
mense acreage of seed almost wholly con-
tracted lor before harvested from year to
year, the reliability of their general work
ia to l>e presumed. But then in onions
and cabbages and lettuce enthusiasm docs
not rise much above a commercial tcm-
(icrature, while I found about the same
enthusiasm in growing the seed of this
flower by the five, fen, thirty and hundred
acres that 1 feel over my thousand feet of
double rows. I found that kind of young
blood at work that not only is alive for
commercial succrii*, but alert and ambi-
tious for the linei pointsthat must decide
the mtrits of such u flower. The growir
himself should be a flower "crank," and
his foreman must \>c of that finer fibre
that rends the ii xlurc and lint of ii blus-
8om nt a glance, an<l I was glad to trnvtl
over those blooming acres with Juitt Huch
workmen. I found their trial grounds
plnntid with stock direct from Ivckford.
Then the natural conditions. One must
sec that heavy black soil that lies four
feet deep in the Santa Clara valley to un-
derstand how during the rainless season
such crops can be grown. It will bake
like an ndol>c brick, yet worked at the
right stage it is soft and friable, and is
hca\ily c rop[K-d year after year without
manure or any fertilizer. It even shows
the presence of alkali, lisually the rainy
■eason closes by the first of May. With
mn average rainfall Ijcforc that time the

crop goes through till harvest, making
fine, plump seed, and not onlj' do they
harvest without rains, but their seed is
dried in the continuous sunshine, and
much of it never sees a warehouse till it
crosses the Rockj' mountains and is
stored in some eastern seed house.

The coolness of the California nights
in summer following their mild win-
ter is extremely favorable for sweet
peas, giving them a slower growth and a
long season. Experience is teaching them
to plant about October, so that the vines
will be ready to bloom when the rains
stop, and probably this will give a better
matured and strongerseedtbanif planted
later. At least all the root growth
should be made by the time the dry sea-
son comes.

They plant just about as corn is
planted. The rows are three to four feet
apart, and two seeds are dropped about
every eighteen inches. This makes a
stocky growth, coveting the ground, ard
as there are no winds or storms to beat
them down they stand from three to five
feet high, supporting each other. Of
course no extra support can be given to
such an acreage of vines. Before and at
harvesting a great deal of seed is lost, or
would be but for the practice of letting a
"volunteer" crop come the next year
from self sown seed. This is well enough
tor one year's succession, but the higher
grade sorts can only be held up by the
most careful selection of seed stock each
year.

"Rogueing" is a very important mat-
ter, and the gro wer I refer to has "rogued ' '
his crop three times this season. This
consists of going through every acre and
pulling up every vine that is not true to
name. I saw this done so thoroughly
that it did not seem as if a "rogue" re-
mained, but it is a fact that a percentage
of the best seed will revert. I sincerely
hope every amateur will report to his
seedsman just how his seed comes into
flower, that he may both aid the grower
and hold him down to strict thorough-
ness. I do not believe Mr. Eckford him-
self can give us truer seed stock than we
can get from California of the largest, fin-
est sorts if all the growers follow out the
line of work I saw in my visit.

Of course this branch of seed growing
could easily and wretchedly be overdone
by multiply'ng acres and doing ignorant
work on them, and it would be fatal to
the present popular "fad" in this flower.
But just as there is always "room at the
top," so will that grower reap a perma-
nent success who keeps pace with the lat-
est improvement in sweet peas and holds
e.ich variety IxI'orc him as a work of art,
and makes a science of seed growing.
The California growers will be glad to
have the list of varieties weeded out, for
the California sun at midday burns every
blossom which does not have good sub-
stance, only the standard being affected,
and marring the beauty of the fields in
bloom.

I must say a word again in closing by
way of protection for the sincere effort
which our growers will make to improve
their seed stock and hold it up in (juiility.
Our seedsmen have got to economize at
some point, and they are watchingcloscly
the grower's figures to see how much can
l>c saved at that end. And here is a seed
they arc handling by the liundreilweight
find ton. I''ilty t)r a htiiKlred dollars
saved on a ton of sweet |K-a »ee(l is a
tempting item. But every worthy patron
of the flower trade would, if he had iK'eii
lichind the scenes, as I h.'ivc, say "lAt
that fifty or one hundred dollars be a pre-
mium in the grower's favor to put into

extra 'rogueing' and careful selection of
seed stock." At that point where seeds-
men compete with tach other on gaudy
catalogues they are lavish in theiroutlaj'.
But the grower knows how they will fig-
ure if they hear of an increase in the acre-
age of sweet peas, and how they will esti-
mate the probable yield per acre. I be-
lieve the only partiality I feel in the mat-
ter is that of one amateur among many,
who wants the best seed, and expects to
depend largely on California for such seed
as will give the finest exhibition flowers.
If the seedsmen want to scale the prices
down to the lowest commercial bottom
on the old varieties, or the twenty or so
ordinary sorts, they may dicker all they
please, for those varieties are as easily
grown as mustard seed. But the day of
sweet pea exhibitions has come. ■ The rel-
ative position of this flower among other
first class flowers will now turn on
twenty or more of the finest sorts, and
such novelties of merit as are yet to be in-
troduced. My greatest anxiety at this
time is that this, being a seed of bulky
weight and a field grown crop, the down
scaling of wholesale prices will make the
grower feel he is working for commerce
instead of an appreciative floral public
who are watching his work with great
interest. I have perfect confidence in the
work which I saw done by the growers,
and I plead with them to maintain
graded prices, such as would foster the
most careful work on their part. I think
they fully understand that Primrose will
not pass for Mrs. Eckford, nor anj' half-
way reverted stock for the splendid types
which Mr. Eckford has given us.

W. T. HUTCHINS.

Plant Shipments.

The suggestion of a correspondent in the
Florist of April 12 that purchasers of
plants should pay in advance, i. e. that
the money should accompany the order,
brings up another view of the case which
I do not think has received the attention
it deserves, and that is the condition in
which plants should reach the purchaser.
From my own experience and observa-
tion it does not seem to me that sufficient
oversight is given to the packing depart-
ment; that the packers, while they may
intend to always perform the work faith-
fully, get careless and the result is vexa-
tion and loss to the customer. When a
box of plants conies by express and upon
being opened the earth about the roots is
found so dry it literally falls away, leav-
ing the roots exposed; and when ferns in
particular are in the order and they never
recover from a drying, though they do
not always show it at first, the buyer is
not particularly happy if he has sent the
morey with the order; he must mirfc the
p'aiits idong as best he m.iy and instead
of being able to fill his orders promptly,
he must try again, or keep his customers
waiting. The writer sent to an old house
issuing a gaudy catalogue for some
plants n(<t obtainable elsewhere and sent
the money, never having dealt tluie |)re-
viously. The package, when it came, was
not even marked jjlnnts, and the cirth
was absolutely dust dry. It was weeks
before the plants could be gotten into a
growing condition. This is no solitary
case. When one pays $l.r>0 for a C-incli
pot of Adiantum I'nrleyensc and .$2 for a
fine specimen of Gleichenia dicarpa and
SI..""!') lor the same of ('lymmograniinc
japonicn, and because the packer lailed
to thoroughly wet the i)l.intH, see them
grndually die away one frond .'ifler an-
other as well us most all the balance of
the order, he cannot help feeling that sul-

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THE BOARD WALK ALONG THE BEACH AT ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.. WHERE THE CONVENTION IS TO BE

HELD. AUGUST 21 TO 24.

ficient attention is not paid to wetting
plants before they leave the packers
hands. One does not like to make claim
for damage, though sometimes compelled
to do so, but that better satisfaction
might be given with a more careful over-
sight is indisputable. During winter
months or when express cars are heated
very hot from the locomotive unless
plants are thoroughly wet the moisture
evaporates in the hot car and the recipi-
ent is doomed to disappointment. It may
be desirable to put large advertisements
in the magazines and to expatiate upon
how customers are pleased, but the best
advertising is that obtained free of cost
where a customer is satisfied, and the
most detrimental if he is not.

The dry paper so often wrapped about
the ball of earth helps extract the moist-
ure unless thoroughly wet, and the house
which does not give careful attention to
that detail loses in the end, and those
who do it will gain new customers
steadily. The cost of wetting the plants
thoroughly before packing is nothing,
their condition upon arrival is in a very
great measure dependent upon its being
done, and when a buyer gets dry plants
once or twice he is pretty likely to send
future orders elsewhere. F. C. Curtis.

The Park System of the City of Cleve-
land.
The City of Cleveland has during the
past year made great progress in park ex-
tension. A commission has been ap-
pointed, composed of Chas. H. Bulkley,
Prcs't., Amos Townsend, John H. Park-
hurst, Robt. Blee and Chas. A. Davidson,
with F. C. Bangs, Sec'v, C. D. Klock,
Sup't, and C. W. Pratt, 'jr.. Chief Engi-
neer.

The commissioners now control abftut
635 acres, of which Gordon Park, the
gift of the late W.J. Gordon, contains 180
acres. This park fronts on Lake Erie,
and is a beautiful diversified piece of
ground. It contains much natural beauty,
fine native timber, which has been jvell
cared for. Trimming out has not been
neglected and as a consequence the trees
have retained symmetrical proportions
and there are many good specimens of
their types, including beech, linden, elm,
ash, oak, etc. In the border plantations
native undergrowth is luxuriant, while in
the center a noble meadow opens out to
the view, round which many combina-
tions of effective groupings of trees and
shrubbery can be observed. The park as
it stands to-day proclaims the donor a
man of taste and of public spirit.

The Doan brook gulch between Gordon
and Wade parks has been purchased by
the commission and contains about 180
acres; the distance is 3V2 miles. The char-
acter of the ground is picturesque, being
a ravine averaging about 500 feet in
width, a brook meandering through the
bottom, and in many parts covered with
fine timber, much of which fortunately
has been in the hands of protectors of
natural beauty, and has thus escaped the
hands of the desecrator. It is proposed
to construct through this ravine a park-
way connecting the two parks. The work
will be of an expensive character, a« a
number of bridges will be required for
creek crossings, and all filled streets cross-
ing the gulch will be tunnelled.

Wade Park contains about 75 acres and
is a beautiful undulating piece of ground,
rich in natural woods, mostly clothed in
natural undergrowth, and the drives and
walks are picturesque.

The commissioners are now negotiating
for property on the Doan brook gulch ex-
tending from Wade Park south-easterly
5V^ miles to Shaker heights for an exten-
sion of the parkway in that direction.
They have also purchased 80 acres in
Brooklyn and 100 acres on the west side
bordering Lake Erie to be called Perkins
Park. This is finely situated and is char-
acterized by a beautiful ravine, and a fine
Lake bluff well clothed with native trees
and shrubbery.

A boulevard throu^"t Brooklyn, New-
burg and Warrenville is also part of their
plan for a magnificent system of parks
and boulevards which when completed
will give Cleveland precedence over cities
less fortunately situated in point of soil,
natural growths and topographical ad-
vantages.

The commissioners have $1,000,000
from the sale of bonds, $700,000 of which
has been set aside for land purchase, leav-
ing $300,000 for improvement, a modest
sum for a scheme of such importance.
The yearly levy will only provide for main-
tenance. They do not despair, however,
but that their city will furnish the thews
and sinews when necked for such a work.
J. A. Pettigrew.

Park System for Essex Co., N. J.

Essex County, New Jersey, is to have
an extensive park system. Under a law
recently passed a board of five commis-
sioners has been appointed as follows:
Cyrus Peck and Stephen J. Meeker, of
Newark; Edward W. Jackson, of Belle-
ville; Frederick W. Kelsey, of Orange, and
George W. Bramhall, of South Orange.

The commissioners are to serve two
years, without compensation, and "shall

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consider the advisability of laving out
ample open spaces for the use ot' the pub-
lic in such county, and shill have author-
ity to make maps and plans of such
spaces and to collect such other informa-
tion in relation thereto as the said board
may deem expedient, and shall, as soon
as conveniently may be within the term
aforesaid, make a report in wiiting of a
comprehensive plan for laying out, ac-
quiring and maintaining such open
spaces." Thev may spend $10,000.

Mr. Fred. W. Kelsty. of Orange, was
the originator of the movement that has
resulted in the above action, and as he is
now one of the commissioners and is
much interested in the project he will un-
doubtedly see that the work is pushed to
fruition.

Coming Exhibitions.

ToKoxTO. Ont.. .lulj- 18-19. .\nniiul llower show

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Chrysanthemum Notes.

The Inf. ten il.-iys have been cxccrdinely
hot in this vicinity, and very tryinR for
plant* that have ju»t been set out, cipc-
cially thoic that were taken from flats
and their roots broken up. A good
syringing once or twice n day will i»c
found til lie very l)encficinl; it will not
only help along the plants that have not
yet got hold, but will prevent nil from
wiltmg. When you syringe during such
hot weather give the walks and wood-
work a good wetting, for thcevn;>or:ilion
will lie productive of a good growing
atmosphere.

The watering must now be done with
great care and judgment and any places
that may be too wet must be avoided
until they dry out a little. .\nd another
thing unless the hose is in the hands of a
verv careful man the soil will be washed
over toward the backside of thebenchor
into the walks. In our wanderings during
the past winter we chanced to see at one
of the places that we visited just the
thing to aid one in preventing this. Ic
consi?ted of a small piece ol tin or sheet
iron nailed to a stick about two feet long,
the tin being curved into nearly the shape
of a scoop sbovel. The end of the hose
was then fastened to the stick just far
enough away from the tin so that when
the water was turned on, the stream
would strike in the center of the tin and
run over the edges. This will reduce the
force of the water when it strikes the
bench and will to a great extent prevent
the washing of the soil. In making this
little implement it is far better to turn
over the edges of the tin or iron, so that
if you happen to strike the plants in run-
ning it through the rows ic will not cut
them off or injurethem. The length of the
stick will depend a great deal upon the
width of the benches, but don't make it
so lony that it will be unwieldy or hard
to turn in the walk.

There is a matter that must be th">r-
oughly talked over at the meeting of the
Chrysanthemum Sjciety ot America this
summer, and that is the judging of the
blooms and [ilants at the various shows.
Upon the proper judging of the displays
depends the success and thcquality of the
exhibits at the show to be held the suc-
ceeding year, for if they are poorly judjjcd
or judged upon a wrong standard the
growers will go home dissatisfied, .-ind
are to a certain extent in the dark as to
what constitutes a good bloom or plant,
and will it in their opini.in the practice of
wrong judging continues, soon become
discouraged. This matter iscausing con-
siderable discussion on the other side of
the water, but they have, as yet, made
but little headway. Every fall we hear
more or less fault found with the judges
at the different shows, but we have
thought for some time that the fault laid
more in the system, or really lack of sys-
tem, in judging, than in the judges them-
selves. Every judge should have a scale
wherebv he can score every exhibit if he
thinks it necessary, and then in case of
close competition he can tell the defeated
exhibitor by how many points he was
beaten, and thejudgc that does this will
have a good solid rock wheri.U|)on he can
stand. Tills is now dfine, we arc well
aware by many of the prominent judges,
but at present every one is working on
his own sjnle or standard. Now, it seems
to us that the growers and exhibitors of
good blooms and plants ought to know
as well as anvbody what that standard
should be, so let the matter be well
thought over, and let every grower that
is interested make it ji point to attend
that meeting, and help the society
establish a st.indnrd that will be adopted
throughout the country. There is no
way, of course, whereby the societies can
be made to adopt any standard, what-
ever it mnv be, but we li;ive no doubt
that if the Chrysanthemum Siciely of
America ailoptn (i gcali- of points nil the
societies andclulmlioldiiigi xhibitions will
announce in their Bchriliiie that the pre-
miums will be awarded on Ihntstaiidaril.
Sf> come, every one thnt can, and help
draw up a scale as near right at it can !»
made.

Ei,i|.Mi A. VVooii.
West Newton, Moss.

The Exhibition at Atlantic City.

Up to date of writing (June 28) the en-
tries for the convention exhibition aggre-
gate about SO per cent, of the available
space. There arc quite a lew prospective
exhibitors who will probably have their
applications in by the time this appears
in print and there will consequently be
very little space left. Those 'who have not
vet sent in their applications should there-
fore lose no time in doing so.

The exhibits are varied in character and
promise to make a most attractive dis-
play. Among the more prominent entries
already filed may be mentioned the fol-
lowing:

Pitcher & Mauda, plants and bulbs.

Henrv A. Drecr, plants, bulbs, etc.

J. E. Jeffords & Co., fancy pottery.

Whilldin & Co.. flower pots,

Daniel B. Long, photographs,

Powell Pert, & Chemical Co.. insecticides.

W. Albert Manda, plants, etc.

Robert Craig, plants.

Charles D, Ball, plants.

Edward A, Seidewitz, plants.

Ellwanger & Barry, cut roses, phlox, etc.

J, H. McFarland Co., catalogues.

Pittsburg Clay Manufacturing Co., flov\erpots.

A, Blauc & Co , cacti and fancy pottery.

H, Bayersdorler it Co.. florists .supplies,

A. Q, Wolf &, Bros,, ventilator and soil sifter.

Z, Ue Forest Ely & Co,, bulbs and florists'
supplies,

Frank L, Moore, shipping trays.

Hose Connection Co.. Kinney pump.

Hitchings & Co,, boilers and general exhibit.

Ben Chase, Jr,, pot label and plant sticks.

E, Hippaid. ventilator.

A. Hernianii. florists* supplies.

James Wotherspoon, watering pots and funii-
gators.

Rose Manufacturing Co,, tnlpho-tobacco soap.

Henry V. Miclivll, bulbs and sundries,

Panneiiter Manufacturing Co,, flower pots.

Edward S. Sclimidl, water lily blooms.

The exhibition will be held in the Mor-
ris Guards Armory on New York avenue,
a very convenient locati n, being next
door to the Odd Fellows' Hall where the
meetings of the society are to be held.
The armory is well lighted and convenient

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in every way. Down the center of the
hall it is proposed to run a large table 8
feet wide to be used mainly for plants. On
each side of this a table 4- feet wide run-
ning the entire length for bulbs and mis-
cell.-ineoiis. Alongside the walls on each
side of the hall a table 4. feet wide running
the entire lengths for florists'supplies.-ind
other exhibits of a similar ili;ir;Kter.
On the stage ;iiid in trout <)f the
stage lioilers and such exhibits may
be appropriately and cfTectively dis-
played, while at the entrance end
It is proposed to leave the door .'iiid w.ill
sp.ice to the right and left of entrance
clear of benches for the displ.'iy of venti-
lators, stakes, labels and other sundries
not requiring tables for their proper dis-
play.

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SCENES AT ATLANTIC CITY, N. J., WHERE THE COVENTION OP THE SOCIETY OP AMERICAN PLORISTS IS

TO BE HELD, AUGUST 21 TO 24,

The exhibitors are making strong
efforts to make this exhibition instructive
and interesting to every one in the trade.
All the latest novelties in plants and
bulbs, baskets and othersupplies, ventila-
tors, boilers, flower pots, etc., will be
shown and a walk through the exhibits
will well repay any one. In fact no one
can afford to miss making a thorough ex-
amination of everything on exhibition.
It may mean many dollars saved in the
future to have the information about
these various matters stowed away for use
when wanted. And if anything among
the exhibit strikes you as something you
want don't forget that the exhibitors re-
quire some encouragement for the time,
trouble and expense of showing these
things for your good. They naturally
want to do business with you, and it
will be doubly gratifying if you should
see your way clear to give them an order
on the spot. Many of the exhibitors will
have spent weeks to make an up-to-date
attractive display and it will be very dis-
appointing to them if no good business
comes from it. This exhibition is got up
by the S. A. F. for the good of all con-
cerned— buyers as well as sellers — and it
is to be hoped all will be well pleased
with the results. Onethingseems certain,
that the attendance will be better than
ever before, not only because of the near-
ness of the Exhibition Hall to the meetings
of the society, but also because this con-
vention will have more florists attending
it. Atlantic City in August, with its
refreshing sea breezes, sea bathing, and
general gaiety, will draw the crowd from
the four corners as nothing else could
have done.

For my last paragraph special empha-
sis. And on this point: Let nobody for-
get that it is business before pleasure.
Don't go on the board walk and fool
round first, last, and all thetime. The con-
vention is not held primarily for the pur-
pose of letting the members enjoy them-
selves. The main object is the advance-
ment of the business. We must have
progression. If we stand still first thing
we'll be going backwards. And while the
essays, discussions, and general business
of the society are very important yet it
must not be forgotten that the exhibi-
tion will teach a practical lesson in prog-
ress— an illustrated panorama of progress
we might say, teaching its lesson in the
easiest, simplest, and most effective way
possible— and no one should miss it on
any account whatever. There will be
plenty of time for enjoyment after the
business end has been properly attended
to.

Entry blanks may be obtained of the
undersigned. Address 1025 Arch street,
Philadelphia. Those intending to exhibit
should lose no time in puttingin their ap-
plications. G. C. Watson,

Supt. of Exhibition.

Philadelphia, June 28, 1894.

Chicago to Atlantic City.

The Chicago Florist Club has secured a
special low rate to the S. A. F. conven-
tion at Atlantic City, over the Pennsyl-
vania railroad. , Train leaves Chicago at
3 p. m. Sunday, August 19, passing over
the Allegheny Mountains in daylight and
reaching Atlantic City Monday evening.

Florists in the west and northwest who
wish to join the party are cordially
invited to do so. Berths maybe reserved
and further information obtained by ad-
dressing the chairman of the Chicago
Club's committee, Mr. G. L. Grant, 322
Dearborn street, Chicago.

Beaufortia Splendens.

This is among the best of the bottle-
brush plants, as these Australian shrubs
are commonly called, and so beautiful is
it, in common with several others of the
same class as to make one long for the re-
turn of these plants to popular favor.
All the beautiful hard-wooded greenhouse
plants are now under a cloud Ijut I hope
the time is not far distant when we shall
see them more generally grown.

The neat habit of this Beaufortia and
the fact that it will flower freely in a small
state are points in its favor, but still it is
by no means the only desirable member of
this class, as mention may be made of
metrosideros, melaleucas and callistem-
ons, one of the best of the last being C.
rigidus, a large growing kind that re-
quires a large house or conservatory for
its full development, and when this can
be afforded it the large clusters of flowing
crimson-colored stamens make a goodly
show and remain in beauty by a succes-
sion often kept up for months.

A light open soil seems to suit them.
They can also be raised easily from seeds
or cuttings, but the latter is preferable,
as in common with most other plants
those raised from cuttings flower more
freely in a young state than seedlings.

A. J. E.

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Carnation Notes.

Carnations do not require verv much
attention at the present lime, so I took a
week off and went with the B. P. O. Elks
to Atlantic City, and I can't resist tne
temptation to tell all carnation growers
to do the same in August. Atlantic City
is not in the carnation belt, but that is all
the better. It is a place where you can
lie on the sand and watch the ocean and
forget the time of day, the day of the
week and the date of the month.

The attractions at Atlantic City are so
varied that all, no matter what their
tastes may be, can put in a pleasant
week, making the convention a combina-
tion of pleasure and business and rest,
and go home refreshed, ready for the
opening of the season. The hall where
we meet is one of the finest, and away
from all noise and commotion, so that we
can hear the papers that are read and
discuss them without annoyance. The
exhibition hall is but two doors from the
meeting ball, and I am sure there arenone
among us so perfect but that we would
be benefited by rubbing elbows with the
men we shall meetin thosetwo buildings.

In the interval between sessions one
can retire to the board walk (and thereis
no place in the world like *hat board
walk to studv humanity I and be fanned
by the cooling breezes from old ocean.
The bathing is superb, and nothing in the
world will make you forget all abuut car-
nation rust.rtd spider and all other petty
worries incident to carnation growi ig so
quickly as to get into a bathing suit and
battle with the breakers for an hour
or two.

If one tires of the bathing there are fine
yachts that can be had to take a sail out
to the sea (or tenortwclve miles, and y u
come back rested and ready for the ses-
Bion, bright as a dollar, providing you
do not get seasick. Thereis si>me good
sport to be had fishing on these yachts,
and you can go home with true fish stor-
ies that you will have a hard time mak-
ing your Incnils believe.

We Elks Icll BO deeply in love with the
city that we shall m<et there again m xt
■caBun. The S. A. I". Ijcing a nomadic
aasociati"n,mHV not meet th' re again for
a long time, and my advice to all my fel-
low carnatir)n growers is to attend this
meeting. The commiclec on enicrt.-iin-
tncnt is arranging a very nice program,
and RB wc are aH'urcd of an equally nice
intellicluiil program it is a good chance
to kill two birds with r)ne stone.

Aluhkt M. IIhkk.

Carnation Mrs. Fisher.

Since my article on carnation Mrs.
Fi«hcr ap|>eart(l, I have received n num-
ber of letters asking me whether I had
fluntdlorBnlr. I would state here that
have not. If I hail it would Iwanouneed
in the advertising page* of the Elkkist.
One corn Bpondent Bays that he grows
MrB. Eiiiher. but that red npider got the
l)e«t oi them last winter and he could not
therefore uBe the cuttings. Now it seeniB
to me that this d'/ctrinc of not watering
carnations f)virhend ia breeding migchiif.
I syringe mine quite copiously at least
once a week, and never saw any bad re-

sults. On the contrary the plants seem
to enjoy it. If there are any open blooms
I always cut them before syringing, lor
water rots them, and that is theonly bad
result of watering carnations overhead.
If I am not ready to pick the flowers and
the plants need watering, I remove the
nozzle from the hose and let the water
run between, when it is quite easy to
avoid the open blossoms. Water will not
adhere to the foliage of a healthy carna-
tion anyhow, so I cannot see where any
possible harm can be done. However I
see great harm done by not syringing,
and this harm is red spider.

This reminds me of another doctrine
now exploded, but still believed in by the
majority of amateurs, namely: Don't
water any plant while the sun shines on
them. This may be true with some plants
such as Rex begonias, gloxinias and
others, but those require shade at all
times. I came across an amateur (?)lady
florist once who had some plants stand-
ing on the sidewalk waiting forcustomers
to take them away. The plants were all
badly willing, for the want of water. I
asked hei why she did not water them?
"But how can I?" was her reply. "The
sun is shining on them." "My dear
madam," I said, "do younot seethatyou
are already killing your plants by not
watering them, what more harm can you
do them?" Taking a watering pot,
which stood near, I soaked them for her
while she wondered: "Well I declare, I
have always been told I must not water
plants while the sun beams on them."
The doctrine of not syringing carnations
is a parallel. We are told not to do it,
but I do not remember that I have ever
been told what harm there is in it, aside
from the one I have mentioned. I may be
a little dense but I have often wondered
that if it hurts a carnation to syringe it,
why do the little slips stand it so well in
theculting bench? Charles Everding.

Planting Under Glass.

Now is the time for planting roses, etc ,
under glass. There are several difTt-rcnt
ways of doing thi». Some drive nails at
the end of the benches at the regulation
distances ap.'irt, when a line is stretched
from one end of the table to the other,
and the planting is done to this line.
Oihersusc what is known as a marker,
milking a mark each way of the bed, ami
the plants are set at the intersections A
plan which has been in operation here for
some time [last, and which seems to be
the most practical, and at the siiiiic time
as Him|ile as any, is to get a piece ol lum-
ber an inch or bo Brjunre, ns long as the
width of the bed or table to be planted.
Nail a piece, six inches or so Ifing.seiurely
across th<' ind, making it what might lie
termefl a T square. We iiBii.illy measure
off the distance iiHunder we wish the rows
to lie, along the front of the table with a
lead |K'nril. We then get the nceess.'iiy
numt.er of plants that we think will oc-
cuny the firBt row, and arrange them to
suit our ideno, I hen make a pencil murk
that can readily l)e Been where each iilnnl
strikes the T sijuare. This will give a

better idea than when stated in inches as
to how far apart we wish the plants to
grow. After we are satisfied about these
important matters the rest is simple
enough. We just lay our Tsquare across
the table, always being sure to have the
stick on the same side the mark indicat-
ing where the rows or lines are to go, and
wherever the pencil marks are, there goes
a plant, and so on until the house is com-
pleted. Although the plants may not be
perfectly straight, under this plan of op-
eration, yet they will be sufficiently so for
all practical purposes. Where our table
is crooked, of course, our T square ar-
rangement will follow the bend of the
table. This, however, is of minor import-
ance when we take into consideration the
advantages that this plan possesses over
all others which have been tried here.

Sime would prefer to "spot" where the
plants are to set, by the removal of a
small quantity of soil, and have the plants
removed from the pots before they are
taken to the house to be planted; but I
prefer to place them in position in the
pots, as in this way there is less handling
and consequently less danger of the dry-
ing of the rootsordamage by mutilation.
To facilitate arranging for planting it is
always better to place the plants toward
those already in position, as in this way
it obviates the necessity of raising the 'T
square over the plants every time it is
moved for the next row. When field
grown carnations are planted in their
winter quarters in the fall, the spotting
process would then be the best plan to
adopt.

If I have not made myself sufficiently
understood, I shall be pleased to further
explain where I have not made myself
clear. E. L.

Wood Ashes on Benches and Tarred
Paper in Greenhouses.

The question is referred to me through
the "Editor's chair," "Are wood ashes
hurtful to plants on benches underpotted
plants if laid on the bench Vi an inch thick
with a little sand sprinkled over them?"
The answer is, there isnothingdeleterious
about wood asles at all. They will do no
harm to the plants in pots that are stood
on them. But whv use them? They bake
up badly and make a poor medium for
the purpose. Lake sand, river sand or
bank sand is much to be prelerred for the
purpose, and if you are so peculiarly sit-
uated that you can procure neither of the
above, then sifted ashes from the furnace
pit are much better than the wood ashes.

Tne latter (|uestion is as worded. "Last
fall when 1 built my house 1(5x50 I used
tar paper and I found it very bad for the
plants. Would it be good to take it out
or wou'd it not be so hurtful to plants
the second year?" The inciuirer does not
say how he used the tarred [laper —
wlietlur lu' used it between the boards of
the Willi ol his housi-, or whether he lined
the wall inside to keep the boards from
rotting with the syringing and conse-
cpient dampness which must he.-in accom-
paniniciit of a greenhouse. Coal tar,
which is the tar of what is known as
tirrcd paper, is a most dangerous
tiling to use and is extrcimly hurtful to
both plant and animal lile. Conipound
of (•iilplnir and hydrogen, which is tar,
has its uses, but not where animal or veg-
etable life is expected to (lourish. lean
liowevir assure the iii(|iiiier tli.it in the
siiiinil vc.ir iiimli less liiirlful (ffccts will
be IiiiiikI Iniiii it .ind in time, say three or
Iciur ye.irs, I lie ellccts of the tar will have
entirely evaporated.

While on this siiljccl 1 might as well
say that I ha\e seenone amiiteur andone

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professional greenhouse man accept pipes,
and have them put into their houses in
this city, covered with a coating of tar.
Poor creatures, they suffered far more
than any sympathy of ours will ever com-
pensate. The pipes were supplied by a
local plumber, who, properly enough, had
them tarred, bu^ the idea of their being
put into a greenhouse is too ridiculous.
I have advocated and practiced for the
past 3 years, putting a small piece of
tarred paper under lily and other pots
when stood on old rose or carnation beds,
and I sav here it is a most excellent thing
to do. The piece of tarred paper under
the pot will seldom or never come in con-
tact with the sun's rays, being cut to suit
the size of the pot, andisentirely different
from plastering up the side of house with
it or putting it on the pipes.

Wm. Scott.

Boston.

The first of the regular weekly shows at
Horticultural Hall was held on Saturday,
June 30, and was highly successful. There
are still some very fine roses left, as was
seen by the superb exhibits of M. H.
Walsh, Hugh Williamson and James
Comley, gardeners to J. S. Faj-, Wood's
HoU, VV. W. Astor, Newport and F. B.
Ha3'es, Lexington, respectively. J.Eaton,
Jr., W. H. Spooner andothersalso staged
quantities of roses, the larger display
however being, as in the regular rose
show, that from Wood's Holl. All the
favorite old sorts and many of the newer
ones were shown, and the quality of the
blooms was of the best. The roses filled
the long center table and overflowed on
to the side tables, which were heavily
loaded with extcnsivecollectionsof hardy
herbaceous bloom, native flowers, Kjemp-
feri and English irises, delphiniums, can-
didum lilies, foxgloves and campanulas,
for all of which regular premiums were
offcfred.

The larkspurs were especially good, the
collections rich in variety and the spikes
wonderfully large and perfect, particularly
in those shown by N. T. Kidder, J. L.
Gardner and J. S. Fay, which were
awarded firsr, second and third prizes.

The displays of hardy perennials from
N. T. Kidder, Shady Hill Nursery Co.,
and Rea Bros, were grand and the atten-
tion given them by the throngs of visitors
was good proof of the rapidly increasing
popularity of these useful plants. The
potentillas, anthemis, lychnis, coreopsis,
campanulas, pentstemons, Oenotheras,
etc., were all shown in good variety.
Candidum lilies were abundant, also
sweet Williams, poppies and foxgloves.
C. M. Atkinson, as usual, got all the first
prizes on Iris Kzempferi, which were
shown by him in best form. James Com-
ley had some good varieties of Cattleya
Mossice in his miscellaneous collection.

At the Arnold Arboretum, Rosa ane-
monaefl ira looks exceedingly pretty now.
Rosa Wichuraiana is just coming into
bloom, nearly all the other sorts except-
ing R. setigera and Caroliniana being
about gone; these late blooming species
will last well into July, and are especially
valuable "n that account. A very attract-
ive shrub is Ceanothus hyhridus, recently
received from Lemoine. Tne color is pale
lilac rose, the flowers much larger and
the spikes denser than in our white native
species.

Rhododendron (Azalea) arborescens
has been very fine this 3'ear. It is easily
one of the most beautiful garden shrubs.
Its magnificent clusters of large white
flowers with crimson stamens and sur-
rounded by rich foliage give it a beauty

scarcely equalled by the best Ghent varie-
ties.

Large masses of Asclepias tuberosa are
being planted in the grounds. These vary
greatly in color, coming in all shades of
orange and orange scarlet, and make a
great show. Mr. Dawson says he has never
known Amelanchier Canadensis to bear
fruit so heavily as it has done this year.

The cut flower trade has come to an
abrupt close. The big city order for bou-
quets for the public schoolgraduates was
divided up as usual among quite a num-
ber of the florists, and with this final
flare-up the season ends. There is not a
big crop of roses coming in, in fact choice
buds are scarce, butcarnationsare heaped
up everywhere and any price, even as low
as $1 per thousand, is accepted for them.

One of tbe most pleasing tributes to the
memory of the late Louis Guerineau was
the remark of Mr. Robt. Craig of Phila-
delphia, in referring to Mr. Guerineau's
work at the World's Fair. "If everybody
attended to his duty .is that little man
did there would be a very different story
to tell about horticulture at the Fair."

The Newton Horticultural Society, co-
operating with the citizens, are persisting
in their crusade against the tent cater-
piller with great success. The whole
number of belts of eggs collected and de-
stroyed this season was 57,050.

New York.

The great overstock existing a week
ago has been relieved to some extent by
the diminished production. Roses are
plentiful enough, but those that are ob-
tainable are of poor quality generally.
That the end of the heavy glut had come
began to be evident on Wednesday, when
the wholesale men were gratified to have
an occasional messenger Irom the retail
stores in quest ol stock. As these callers
were in some cases those who had not
made their appearance before for weeks
it was plain that the scarcity was becom-
ing general, and dealers were obliged to
look beyond their usual sources of supply.

The new establishment of W. A. Manda
at South Orange is getting rapidly into
shape, the change made in its appearance
during the past twomonths being almost
incredible. There is a fine collection of
hardy herbaceous, evergreen and decidu-
ous stock in the beds outside, and in the
greenhouses, which are already filling up
rapidly, the display of choice specimens is
very attractive.

The committee on revision of the by-
laws of the Florists' Club, consisting of
Messrs. Weathered, Allen and Young, met
at Alderman Morris'office on Wednesday
and had a long session, in which many
important changes were adopted with a
view to facilitate and systematize the
Club's work, and these will be presented
bef ire the club for action at the next
meeting on July 9. A large attendance is
hored for.

Thos. W. Weathered's Sons have on ex-
hibition at their office handsome nickel
plated models of thrir hot water heaters,
which are beautifully done, and attract
much attention. Mr. Charlie Weathered,
when not at his office, puts in all his time
at his suburban home, where the delights
ol boating, gardening and chicken farm-
ing are indulged in to his heart's content.

Mr. B. L. Elliott of Pittsburg is in town.
He comes in another capacity from any
of his former visits. The young lady in
the ca<e seems to enj ^y the occasion as
much as Ben does. Their friends all ex-
tend congratulations.

Mr. G. Herrmann reports a big sale
of tobacco dust for greenhouse use this

season. It is preferable to tobacco stems
for many purposes.

The Cut Flower Exchange has recently
paid a dividend of 10%.

Philadelphia.

George Maggof 21st street and Colum-
bia avenue died Saturday, the 23d, after
a few minutes illness. In answer to a
call to come down to breakfast he arose
and in walking across the floor was
stricken down and died in about twenty
minutes. The physician pronounced his
disease to be fatty degeneration of the
heart. Deceased was about 30 years of
age and was apparently strong and
healthy. We are informed his widow will
continue the business.

An occasional funeral order or some-
thing for the seashore is about all there is
in sight nowadays; thetransient business
has almost entirely disappeared, and the
growers are gradually dropping out one
by one. In a short time only those who
make a specialty of the summer trade will
be seen .

The hot weather has told on the roses,
which are now very poor and quite dis-
appointing to the lew customers who are
willing to pay for good ones. Becker is
sending in a few fair La France, the first
from his summer house; he also has some
nice Marie Guillots. Sweet peas are very
abundant, as are alsocarnations. "Sam"
Pennock gets carnations by the wagon
load, and Joe Groben, the boss fakir,
buys them from him in five and ten thou-
sand lots, using a furniture oar to convey
them away, and sometimes making two
or three trips a day. They are sold on
8:h street at from one to two dozen for 5
cents. Hollyhocks in all colors are now
peddled about, bringing 50 cents to $1
per hundred flowers. Summer camellias
they are called by some and white ones
are largely used by the "crape pullers" in
their funeral work.

Elwood Brinning has taken the estab-
lishment formerly run by the Tioga Flo-
ral Co. at Tioga and will conduct a gen-
eral greenhouse business, growing cut
flowers and bedding plants in their sea-
sons.

A coramitteeconsistingof Messrs. Lons-
dale, Burton, Craig and Kif: visited At-
lantic City a few days ago to perfect ar-
rangements for the meeting in August.
They found the large hotels unwilling to
make concessions. In one or two in-
stances, however, thej' were given encour-
agement. It is hoped also to have a list
of large cottages, which are preferred by
many to hotels.

There must have been a great over-
stock of bedding plants this season, or
else the demand has not been as large as
formerly. Seashore florists report having
received samples of first-class stock, gera-
niums, coleus, alternantheras and the like
out of pots, offered at from $1 to $2 per
hundred. The stock was tirst-class in
every respect, and it didn't come from
Buffalo either.

Many growers say their carnations are
dying in the field; the prolonged wet spell,
followed by the extreme hot weather,
caused the plants that were in low ground
to damp off; from 20 to 30 per cent loss
is reported.

Saturday night generally finds a lot of
the bovs at the clubroom; if any commit-
tees have work to do they will be pretty
sure to attend a meeting on that night.
The bowling enthusiasts and the pool
stiarps are also on hand, and a merry
time generally is the result. It is aston-
ishing the ainount of latent bowling tal-

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ent there is lying about. J. \V. Colflesh
gave an exhibition of what he could do in
a game with Brown last Saturday night,
and it was hard work for the champion
to come out ahead, even with a large
score. Messrs. C. Ball. Watson, W. Craig
and plebeian John Smith are getting to
be great pool players and will soon be
able to give such post graduates as An-
derson, Brown, Longinette, Crawford
and others points; why don't the com-
mittee hurry up that tournament?

Chicago.

The general tying upofallthe railroads
centering here has interfered seriously
with the shipping trade. Fortunately the
amount of business done in this line at
this season of the year is very light, con-
sequently the losses sustained are not
very heavy. Express companies refuse
shipments over some roads absolutely
and on all others only accept freight at
shippers' risk. On shipments from local
points up to Julv 2 there was little trou-
ble, as themajority of thegrowerslocated
north and west are on theNorth-Western
Road, which up to that time had not
been affected. To-day (July 3) however
this road too i< tied up, which is liable to
shut oflTa good part of the supply.

Trade, however, is so extremely dull,
that it takes but a very small supply to
fill all demands, and if the majority of the
stuff, by courtesy called rose?, is shut out
entirely it will be so much the better for
the market.

It is useless to quote figures, as there
are no settled prices for anything. The
question now-a-days is not how much do
1 want, but how much am I offered.

Our local wholi sale men have formed a
Protective Asscciation. This move had
been contemplated for some time. A few
days aeo an organization was effected
with Flint Kennicott, president, and
George Klehm. secietary. The constitu-
tion and by laws have not beengiven out
lor publication but the avowed purpose
of the association is that of mutual pro-
tection in dealings with irresponsible par-
ties in the trade. Other objects, if any,
are for the present kept secret.

Worcester, Mass.

On account of the early season and the
forwardnces of the hybrids the rose show,
which was originally scheduled for June
2.H, was advanced to June 21 , in conjunc-
tion with the regular exhil)ition of that
date. The way the public turned out fir
this show demonstrated very forcibly
that the Oueen of Flowers has not jet
lost her hold. The hall was crowded
from three o'clock to five with her enthu-
siastic admirers.

A pleasing feature of thccxhibition was
the very creditable displays made by the
amateurs, who work under many tlis.-id-
vantagrs and arc usunlly cramped for
room t'> grow a suiricicnt variety lo
enter. Hut the amaleurs were "right in
it", to use a »lnng phrase, and did much
to make the show the st'ccens it was.

There were a large number of entries in
the cut flower class and they were nearly
all dewrving o( first premiums: o( the four
prizrti iiwnrdrd. I", A. Hliike secured first
and .Mrs. V.. C llurkr urcond.

The cull for the best rlisplay of Cam-
panula .Medium brought out but twocom-
pctitors, but the good (loints in their din-
plays made up for Inck of qunntitv; A. A.
Copeland was awarded first anfl Mrp.
Henry Phelps second. Mrs. Thomas
Ward rrcrivrd a first premium for a splen-
did Stand of Dianthus barbatus and T. \'..

Fisher second. The paeonies made a
beautiful display, the pink and white
varieties being especially noteworthy;
there were a ereat many entries, among
these were O. B. Had wen and T. H.
Record who secured first and second
respectively.

The roses were of course the center of
attraction and made a magnificent dis-
play, especially the twelves and sixes.
They were arranged on long tables in the
center of the hall and were shown in long
vases. All the exhibits were made up of
eood specimens of standard varieties, the
foliage being unusually bright and clean.
H. F. A. Lange and Edward Hale won
first and second premiums in the order
named (or the best twelves, sixesand best
stand. H. F. A. Lange also captured
first (or best basket with H. A. Ives sec-
ond and F. A. Blake third. The display
of moss roses was only fair, and gratu-
ities were awarded to the following ex-
hibitors: H. A. Ives, Mrs. Thomas Ward,
Fred. A. Blake and Mrs. T. H. Record.
.\rba Pierce showed a nice display of
Orchis fimbriata.

The market is packed jam full of A No.
1 flowers. Roses and carnations are
coming in by the bushel and other stufT
in proportion. We are getting rid of
some of it and thatissayingconsiderable.
Wed ding decorations a re unusually scarce,
in fact even the weddings have not been
very numerous.

We are suffering very much from
drought, and all outside stuff is showing
very slow growth. Seedling.

St. Louis.

Several good rains during the past week
have broken the protracted drouth and
as a result vegetation has put on a
brighter appearance. Carnations have
derived great advantage from it, as they
were commencing to led the effects of the
lack of moisture. .\ll plants intended (or
stock have been improved likewise, it has
within the past few years come to be
recognized that it is unsafe to plant any
stock out that is intended (or (uture use,
and trust to the rainsto carry it through
the season; so that the majority of the
florists are prepared to water all stock
planted out, and those that are not so
fortunately fixed at present are making
improvements in thai line.

A good story is going the rounds in
connection with the recent dry spell and
water supply that will touch the hearts
o( a miijunly ot the (lorists so it is given.
It appears that one of the craft living in
the northern part o( the city was obtiiin-
ing his water supply (rom the city mains,
the um(junt used heiiig measured by a
meter; now it occurred to the meter dur-
ing the height <.f the dry spell to break.
The department upon finding that the
meter had broken, calmly proceeded to put
in a new one, and iniident.illy to charge
the user twenty five doll.irs lors;ime, as
is usual; the claim being in such cases
thai it i;! private property when put on
your place. During the three or (ourdays
It took to get the new meter in working
order, a straight connection w/is make to
the mains, so as not to shut olTtlie neeeb-
siiry water supply needed in i he houses
.Now while some water had been used on
thegroiinils when theineterwas working
It was iliscovered as soon n» a Htrai>;h,
connection had been made that the
ground was exceedingly dry, and would
stanil watering day and night, which
was accordingly given it; and !)•• the time
the new meter was in working condition
quite a large piece of ground had been
thoroughly irrigated.

A meeting was called by the picnic com-
mittee of all interested in the affair, and it
was decided to hold a picnic at Meremec
Highlands on the 25th of Julv, and a
committee consisting of A. Y. Ellison, C.
Yountr, Jules Benecke and Chas. Kunz
appointed to formulate a program that
would make the affair as enjoyable as
possi'ile for participants. A subscription
list was started to defray the expenses of
the premiums to be offered, which met
with hearty support. The committee
also reported that the most convenient
method and arrangement for getting to
the grounds had been found to be the use
of the regular trains; the eng.Tging of a
special car as proposed necessitated leav-
ing the grounds too early in the evening.
The committee appointed to arrange a
program have decided to have a list of
athletic events, and a bowling match in
the afternoon, and dancing intheevening.

The committee charged with making
arrangements for attending the S. A. F.
have seen the various roads and have
found them, or rather their representa-
tives, more stiff necked than usual. With-
out doubt, however, satisfactory teims
will be made with the B. & O. people, as
our treatment by them on the trin to
Washington is favorably remembered. If
possible arrangements will be made to
join Indianapolis and Cincinnati on the
way, so that pleasant company will be
assured.

Mrs. M. D. Eggeling. whose business is
located at Grand and L^fivette avenues,
is erecting a palm house 60x24- feet, and
also a carnation house 100x16 feet. We
had the pleasure of going through the
houses recently, and formed a well se-
lected and well grown assortment of
palms, pandanus and other decorative
stock, as well as the usual collection of
greenhouse and bedding stock, and all in
the best of condition. R. F. T.

RecuA RofeA.

Hi.ooMiNGTON, III. — W. F. Hempstedis
building a house 24x50.

Cuba, N. Y. — Oldham Bros. haveretired
from the florist business.

EvANSviLLE, Ind— J. D. Carmody isad-
ding a palm house 25x06.

Watkk VILLI-;, N. Y. — Geo. Marshall will
add 300 (ect more glass this fall.

Stillwatek, Minn. — Wehring& Kuehn
are building three houses 16x75.

Dethoit, Mich. — Gio. A. Rachbam is
building a new house 102 feet long.

AsiiLANi), O— .\. C. L'imprecht is build-
ing a three-(|uarter span house ISxcSO.

KiiiKWooi). Mo.— 1'\ W. I'de, Jr. is
building two new houses, each 20x100.

Di'nt'Qi'E, Ia.— W. A. Harkett will soon
build a short-span-to-the-south house
S'()x.50.

Pakk Kiiic.e, III.— C. Ivhrhnrdtisbiiild-
ini; a house (short-spnn-tolhe-south)
2()x'.K).

Painesvili.K, (■).— The Storrs & Harri-
son Co. are building a range of new

hollHCS.

Wai.tma.m, Mass.— Wm. Silman & Son
are building a tliree-(|uarter span house
13i/ax(;5

Chatham, N. Y.— K. E. Shuphelt is
eoniHcting lo his other houses a three-
qiiaiter fpan house 15x50.

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Jamestown, N. Y —A. L. Thrall has
ODtred a store at coruer of Main and
Third streets.

Pana, III.— Ticket agent Bradford, ol
the B. & 0. R. R. will soon build a new
greenhouse 20x150, to cost $1,000.

Lake Geneva, Wis.— Mr. Silas Button
has withdrawn from the firm of Button
Bros. & Co. and the business will be con-
tinued under the firm name of Frank But-
ton & Co.

Janesville, Wis.— Walter Helms has
rented his greenhouses to Mr. Fred.
Rentscher, of St. Louis, who will con-
tinue the florist business. Mr. Helms
will still continue his seed business.

Denver, Colo.— C. B. Wright is ar-
ranging to enter the business and is
building a range of houses.' The State
Board of Agriculture has authorized the
construction of a -new horticultural hall
at the Agricultural College.

Salt Lake City, Utah.- Mr. C. F.
Pfau, has now moved on to his own
property at the corner of Kensington
avenue and Glen street where he will soon
build three commercial greenhouses, each
20x120. The new buildings will be first-
class in every respect.

Hamilton, 0.— Henry Haefifcer is build-
ing three connecting span houses 20.'!l00.
Theo. Bock isaddinga show housel5x72,
two-thirds span, with row of side ven-
tilators on one side and stationary glass
on the other. John Lodder & Sons will
sonn begin building two connecting three-
quarter span houses (short-span-to-the-
soiith) each 108 feet long. One house
will be 20 feet wide and the other 14 feet
wide.

Louisville, Ky.— The spring trade is
about over in plants, and school com-
mencements are alSo past. The tradehas
been very good considering the cold, wet
spring and the hard times combined. Mr.
Marrett, the successor of Rompcn &
Marrett, is building three new houses
about 150 x20. He is fixing up liis place
in grand style. E. G. Reimers is remodel-
ing three large houses for roses and car-
nations.

Seattle, Wash. — Mr. H H. HIndshaw,
Curator and Landscape Architect of the
Arboretum at the State University, has a
gang of men at work clearing up the
dead timber and stumps and getting the
ground in shape for the projected arbore-
tum. Many of the stumps are from 5 to
6 feet in diameter and it takes a charge
of about 20 pounds of blasting powder
to blow them into piecesthat can be h.an-
dled by one team. Work on the building
has also been commenced.

Holyoke, Mass —The Holyoke Horti-
cultural Society held a rose show on June
14 and 15 at the Unitarian Church. It
was the most successful show ever given
by the society, there being about sixty
exhibitors and over one thousand visit-
ors. Prominent among the exhibitors
were C. L. Burr, E. H.'Howland, C. W.
Ranlet, Dr. E. A. Reed and E. C. Taft.
Several of the school children showed
large and interesting collections of wild
flowers. There is some talk of holding a
fall show.

Worcester, Mass. — At a recent meet-
ing of the directors of the Horticultural
Society a communication was received
from the New England Agricultural
Society advocating the union of the ex-
hibitions of the two societies in Septem-
ber next as was done last year. The
departure, however, having proved some-

what unsatisfactory last year, it was
voted inexpedient to accept the invita-
tion, consequently the regular horticult-
ural exhibition will be held at Horticult-
ural Hall on September 6, 1894.

Kansas City, Mo.— The Western Asso-
ciation of Wholesale Nurserymen held its
annual meeting in this city June 19.
Twenty-three firms were represented.
From reports made it appears there is no
surplus of stock on hand but what canbe
marketed with a good year for the trade.
Some loss of stock was reported in the
south on account of the freezelast March.
The officers of the association who were
present were President H. T. Kelsey, of
St. Joseph; Vice-President R. H. Blair, of
this city; Secretary and Treasurer U. B.
Pearsall, of Fort Scott.

Springfield, Mass.— The annual rose
and strawberry exhibition of the Hamp-
den Horticultural Society was held on
June 19 and 20. Admission was free and
a large crowd of visitors attended. The
show, while not large, was excellent as
to quality. The Mielkz Horticultural
Co. was the largest exhibitor of roses.
Other choice collections were shown by
E. H. HowIand.Dr. E.A.Recd,E. Young,
K. H Smith, L. D. Boyinaton, C. L. Si-
mons and others. A. N. Pierson showed
lea roses, W. T. Hutchins and L. D. Rob-
iuson, sweet peas; C. R. Millet & Co ,
palms; and B, L. Bragg Co., hardy peren-
nials. The strawberries from A.B. How-
ard were very fine. The society will hold
a special sweet pea exhibition.

SITUATIONS. WANTS, FOR SALE.

Advertlstjmenie under this head will be Inaened at
Lhe rate ol lu cents a line teeven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advB. not
admitted under this head.

8

ITI'ATION WANTED— Flrst-clBsa propagator, li;

11 veurs' e.vperlence: state terms.

Pkhmanent, care American I- lorlet.

OITU.ITION WANTED— TounK man to take charge:
O 15 jearo' e.\perlence: references. „, . .

KLOKIST, care American Horlst.

QITl'ATION WANTED— Young miin. foreman or
O assistant, experienced: commercial t>r private.
AnlLITV, care American Florist.

SITUATION WANTED— Ky experienced gardener
as working loreman In good commercuil or private
place: married, age III. Address J.E. S.

care (ilrdwood. Phillips Square. Montreal.

iJITfATlON WANTED-By Sept. 1st. by a young
O tuun. age 23; S years' expeilence. Can furnish
g^od retereiices Address ^ ^

\S.\'. .Mf.ntl.AN. Patmos. Mahoning Co.. O.

CUTUATIU.N WANTED-By a sober and willing
O young man In u commercial place as assistant:
good rose grower and deslgu maker: best references.
Address A B i^ care American Horlst.

SITUATION WANTKD — By thoroughly educated
n landscape gardener and horliculturlst. to take
charge of i-omo private or public place lu Florida. Best
of relerences. Address , , ,,, i-

W K. I'Jiy Christy Ave., Louisville. Ky.

ITUATION WANTKO— By you- g man: llteexperl-
. , ence In all brandies of gardening, both Inside and
out Best ot relerences. ITlvate place prelerred.
Single. Address wUh particulars

I. .Miiliuis. i;i; Heaver Hull 11.11, Montreal. Canada.

s

s

ITUATION WANTKD A E Inguhl. lute niiu aner
O VmiKliiins Seed ^lore. t-S State St . (,lilc»(io. Is
open tu ri-ennii^''*iDent in any tlrst-clusa seed liouse,
eliluT whulL'sitle or reiiill: tive years at uIhjvu store.
For pjitlculara npp y .. A E. iNcioj ii.

' 8H5 Basil A^M . Clilcaco.

QITLATION WANTED— By a thorough practical

O gardener In private or coramerclal place; 13 years
experience in erowlag roses, palms, ferns, etc.; Ger-
man, age 27. married, nu family; best of references;
state salary. Address G. care C. Stesbel.

It; ?>nd St., Bay Uidce. L. I.. N. Y.

QITUATION WANTED— By experienced rosegrow-
O er. aee -U years. V2 years experience, as rose
grower, or assists foreman (Phlla. or east preferred).
Can furnish best references as to abilltv and charac-
ter. Address Gustave Dahl.-jtkome,

114 West Duval St , Gennantown, Pa.

QITlATKtN WANTED-.luly lH by competent flo-
kj rlst single, age 24: 'J years experience; worked 3
vears at Cemetery greenhouses. La Crosse. Wis. also
had entire charge of oOtO f t retail plant at Eau Claire,
Wis.: best references. Would accept where I cuuld
after certain time lease, or buy on easy terms. Wages
wanted, *25 per month, board to start.

F. N. QncKKKT, White Hall, 111.

WANTED— A first class florist to take charge of
about SO.iMM feet of glas.-. as working foreman
to grow roses and carnations; single man preferred;
will pay good wages to right man Address or call
John Mcno. Rogers Park. Cook Co.. 111.

■\1''ANTE1>— Partnership In a cut tlower estjibllsh-
VV ment: a thorough expert florist, life experience,
limited capital, wishes to negotiate a partnert-hip In a
going business. Those wishing to Introduce ability
and would give sufficient inducement will find here a
man that is seldom met with. FlorUts having any
Idea of taking a partner would do well to consider
this offer. For fullest parrlculnre addret-s

.lonx TiioMi'soN A Sons. Louisville. Ky.

WANTED— A PAUTNEH~To Jolnme growing and
selling native and foreign hardy ornamentals,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well established and growing. A chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a tlrst-class open
ing for the right man.

Wilfred A. Buothekton. Rochester. Mich.

FOR KENT CHEAP— Greenhouses, stocked for cut
flower growing. J. IL Ali.kn. Sumnierdale. 111.

OR SALE CHEAP— Large second-hand fl(.rlsfs Ice
Box. value about f75. Vaimjuans Seed Stuhe,
sy state Street. Chicago.

F

?0R SALE— 2 large Bav Trees, round heads. 7 feet
' broad. 12 to 14 feet high. Shown at World's Fair.
Vaitghaxs Seed stuke. Chicago.

F

'OR SALE— U-Ol) feet of 4-inch cast Iron pipe and
flttlDgs. as good as new.

Mits. (iEo. Waldhauek Saginaw Mich.

Foit SALE— Good florist business, good location;
will sell at reasonable price. H d-'ors west of fclal-
sted St. P. M. Schwartz. Jirj W 12ih St.. Chicago.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
glass florists Kefriuerator. Used at Worlds l<^lr.
CostSiJO. VAr<;nANS Seed Store.

Hi; A: 14S Weyt Washington St., Chicago.

FOR SALE— Several good second-hand hollers, just
the thing for greenhouses, fnr either sie»m or hot
rate heating, in flrst-class condition, and will be sold

lieap. CLEVELAND STEA.M BolLEU WoRKS.

Cleveland. Ohio.

clieap.

FOR KENT— A first-class commercial place In suburb
of Chicago, containing 1.%U(JU square feet of glass,
well stocked with best varieties of forcing ru»es. Ad-
dress RENTER

care Olsen & Hughes, f-t; Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

TO RENT— Five greenhoiise.t. contalnlny overt>.000
feet of ulass. and huated with hot water, and well
ctocked with plants, on two acre lot unore land can be
had if declredi. about o e acre in t-ultlvatlon and well
slocked with r(>ses. hardy shrubs, dahlias. Magnolia
grandlttorasand otiier evergreens; cannas. tuner- ses
and other stock. The best stand In city of suutt: Inhab-
itants. Health unsurpassed: no chilis and fever, or
malaria and epidemics. Climate more pleasant than
farther noith, as we uenerally have good breezes.
Address Florist. .>.\i E balr>t.

near Oakland Cemetery. Atlanta. Ga.

For Sale or Lease.

Seven large greenhouses with sever.il acres
of ground, known as Beecliview Nursery,
Beechwood Avenue, Westwood, Hamilton
Co , Ohio, near Cincinnati; with ti.ie hot
water heating apparatus, large cist-rns,
water tank and conveniences

Also if desired a 7-roum dwelling house
in first-class order.

No. '9. 51 and 23 West 7th St . CINCINNATI. 0.

ASSIGNEE'S SALE OF GREENHOUSE PLANT.

The C A. Reeser Greenhouse Plant at Springfield Ohio, •will be offered at PubUc
Sale, Tuesday, July 10th, 1894, at 2 o'clock P. M.

This is one of the o'dest and best establishe.l plants iu lhe State, and is now in complete order and
wiUbesold "sa going b„,.iness. At the same time there will be offered a Catalogue List a>"1 Order
Sheeu lontaining na.nes of over forty thousand custonters. Also a large stock of plants, seeds, pots
and greeuhous.c iniplemeuts. j j

SHid plant consisting offour acres of real estate with all modern i™P'°«"'"'''. ""'^ .^^»^^J!L
substantial residence thereon, is appraised at «7.:)10. Catalogue list is appraised at $1,260. Terms cash.

For particulars address

ALBERT H, KUNKLE, Assignee C, A, Reeser, SPRINGFIELD. 0,

1168

The American Florist.

J»iy 5,

IfLiiiE /Ai*SiiSJ<ii^ (FiL@isi!@f

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si-40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Guaranteed*

Discounts. 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent: 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdrertlsInK Department of the American
Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen, and dealers in
wares pertaining to those lines Only. Please to
remembe it.

Orders (or less than one-half inch space not accepted.

Advertisements most reach ua by Monday to secure
Insertion in the issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Cleveland.

As the mercury goes higher the size
of all ro3 s grows perceptibly smaller, so
now iti July they are, so to speak, out of
sight. This is especially the case in Brides
and Mermet*. Of course that old sala-
mander, the Perle, is in its element and
the best tea rose in the market, while its
rival, the Hoste, who distances it in the
race lor honors duringthe wintermonths,
is "not in it" at all just now. Roses in
general indoors have not been troubled
so much this summer by mildew; this no
doubt is because of the favorable weather
we have been having; the nights keeping
pace with the day time, beingquite warm.
This is unusual here on the lake, as the
nights are generally much cooler and the
ventilators being left open the first thing
you find is a bad case of mildew on your
hands.

Business has simmered down to the
usual summer dullness, which means an
occasional good order which is as an
oasis in the desert. We will soon be send-
ing in our weekly report something after
the New York fashion, viz: The dullest
week in the history of the trade.

The Lake Shore R. R. recently asked
for bids to supply them with ten bunches
of flowers to be placed in their dining
cars every day for the next twelve
months. The bunches were to be
arranged of one kind of flower, that is
not mixed flowers, and were to be rather
under a medium size. The lowest bid
was $2 a day, but we suppose that was
not low enough, as a Chicago florist
captured the plum! The question arises
if he will make profit enough during the
summer to pay the bare cost of the flow-
ers through the winter.

The fancy bedding has been finished in
the square. There arc twenty-nine large
designs representing the different corps
badges of the C. A. R.

Mrs. E. C. Wilson had charge of the
decorations recently at the Ilollcnden on
the occasion of a banr|uct tendered the
state ncnators by the different ladies'
societies. It w.ts given in honor of the
passage of the Woman's Suffrage bill.

L. K. I).

Baltimore.

Ninety-two in the shade means some-
thing (iflcr the cold and wet of a few
short wrrks ago. .N'o one cares to ven-
ture out except on the way lo seaside or
mountain, and as a consequence trade is
very dull. Sweet |)ea» arc plentiful, and
so, in fact, is pretty much everything else,
niid at extremely reasonable rates, one
might almost say unreasonable, but for
the fact that there really sctms little
money abroad to purchase necessaries,
'.el alone such luxuries as flowers, unless
at very low prices.

"I WOULDN'T PART WITH THEM IN MY BUSINESS FOR $300.00!"

So spake a prominent florist ere six months liad elapsed
in his use of a set of

Long's Florists' Photographs.

Others echo similar expressions. A cause and reason
exists for hearing such expressions, and is flattering to
the ph^t^grnpTi" ^i— ^^b^^^

DAN'L B. LONG, Publisher, Buffalo, N. Y.,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with Pirst-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NAKUS

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

CUT STRINGS a

i or »iuiall quaiititien to hi

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Shipped in large or »iuiall quaiititlen to any part uf the country
g^raph or telephone

TO 12 FEET LONG, 30 CTS.

<»rder8 by uiail. tele-

ii|g^ Hardy Cut Ferns,

rjMl^^ BOUQUET GREEN,

Sj^vv'^'i^ Laurel and Green Festooning-, Wreaths, Etc.

SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

Well, the farmer must have his innings
though the florist sufier,and it is fine har-
vest weather, apparently come to stay
a while too.

How are the chrysanthemums? One of
our prize winners says he has standards
five feet high, and bush plants in propor-
tion now. Most of the growers seem to
prefer keeping "mum" abouttheir plants,
but no doubt a seoutaround amongthem
will show improvement over last year's.

Mack.

Toronto.

The weather still keeps very hot, with
an occasional shower, but the showers
are scarcely numerous enough to keep
pace wilh the extreme heat, and grass is
beginning to scorch in exposed places.
Bedding plants are however doing very
well all round, and at their present rate
of growth will soon cover the ground.

The Association turned out well for the
.-ifternoon "off" last Wednesday' and in-
dulged in a cricket match East vs. West.
Mr. Chambers being an enthusiastic
cricketer keeps a part of the Exhibition
I'ark in specially good ordcrfor thegamc,
so that the bijys were able to show their
science in good style. It was a most en-
joyable ntternoon.

The schools have Ijecn closing this week,
and a little business has been done, but it
was merely a flash in the pan, and one
may say that the season is practically
closed. Everyone who can nff'ord it is
seeking a cooler locality now. E.

jACKHdNVii.i.i'., III.— Mr. Frank IlcinI,
the florist, husljccn nominated for county
clerk by one of the leading political
parties. -- - , _^_

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

7402 PINE STREET,

■)HS-t. IlvOvalcs* Ado.

(Successor to ELLISON & KUEHN),

iif^ WHO LESA LE 8^J*

1122 FIISTE SmmEIT,
A oomplete line of Wire Deslsms.

DAN'L B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FIOWERS.

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.

SHICriNIi (MlKKIL-^ rAHKKl't.l.V ATIKNUKI) Tt,).

OTIIKK sri';ciAI>TIKS:

I'lorlHtH' Siipplli'H, Wlrit I>4>h1);iih, lluibi»
I.(iii|{'h l''lorlM(H l'h(»lo);r:iphHiHi_'oliLrMo nd.

('iiliilomiCM, l,lHt», 'I'rrtiiM, clc. iin iippMciiItoii.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

X>I>lIncl<9lr>I>l<>, z>«.

Mc'iillnri AiiiiTli'iiii I'l'irlnt

CUT SMILAX.

15 cents per String.
JOSEPH E. BONSAtt. 308 Garfield Ave., Salem. 0.

FLORAL DESIGNS

Tlir Cut Ilowcr Worker's I'ritnil. Pine book
of 1(10 i>iiK<'S. Sinil 93.60 fiiT it, to

J. HORACE MoFARLAND, Narrlsburg, Pa.

i8g4'

The American Florist.

1169

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND AI,I.

Z-I.OBISTS' SUFFi;iES.

Western Aeeiit for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

KENNICOTT BROS. GO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FI.ORISTS' SUFFIiIES.

34 & 36 RANDOLPH STREET,

CHICAGO.

A. L. BANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Aeent for finest prades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

Phone Main W. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REIIMBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties,

51 WABASH AVENUE.

Telephone 4937. CHtICA.G^O.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLESALE GKOWKKS OF

CUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,

59 WABASH AVENUE.

Second Floor. O MIO.^^G-0.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,

METS, '^^ '^^^^ i»il FLORISTS'

BRIDES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICULTUEAL AOCTIONEEES,

VASES.

'mf 'phairie'fdldinb floiucr

FDR DUTFLOmRB.

Boy.M

FOLDING
APER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers.

Made iruni heavy. Manilla HiumI. Strnwhciard. Ship-
ped tiat. pafk(.'<l UA) In a crate.

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson & Clinton Sts., CHICAGO.

TEI.EI'noXE MAIN 4718.

©V^ftofeoaf© Marftet*.

Cut Flowers,

New York, June 3C.

Rosea 6U@ 2.00

•■ perlOOJ $2.0U®S5.(X)

Beauty 2.00®13.00

Camatlonfl... 60® l.OU

perlOOO S3.0O@$3.5O

Valley 2.00® 2.60

Harrtsll 4.00® 6.00

Sweet peas, per 100 bunches $1.00

Smllax 6.00® 8.00

Asparagus 25.00®35.0O

Adlantum 76® 1.00

BOSTON. June 30.

Roses, Nlphetos. Gontler 1.00® 3.00

Perle. Sunset 1.00® 3.00

Bride, Mermet 2.00® S.OO

Carnations 25® .50

HarrlsU 6 UO® 8. (JO

Candldum l.OO® 2 OO

Lily of the valley 2.00® 3 00

Stock .60

Sweet peas, .10

Candytuft, .50

Adlantum l.oo

Smllax. 12.00®]5.00

Asparagus 50.0U

PHLLADBLPHLl. July 2.

Hoses, small 2.00

large teas 3.00® 4.00

Beauties 8.U0@15.O0

Carnations 60® 1.60

Valley 4.00

Smllax 10.00®12.00

Asparagus 50.00

HarrlsU lilies 4.00® B.OO

Sweet peas .50

Cornflower 25® .60

Cattleyas 3j.0u@40.00

Adlantum 75® 1.00

ChiCAOO. July 2.

Roses, La France. Meteor 3. 1(1® 4.00

Kalserln 3.00® 4 00

General assoitment, per 1000. .$.6®$10

Carnations, long. 25® .tiO

fancies 1.50® 2.00

PKOnles 3.00® 4.00

HarrlsU 8.00

Candldum 1.00® 3.00

Cincinnati. July 2.

Rosea, Beauty lU. 00®16.00

Mermet, Bride 3.00® 4.00

NIphelos 4.00

Perle 2.00® 3.00

Carnations 1.00

Alyssum .15

Sweet peas bO® 1.00

Valley 2.00® 3.00

Smllax 15.00

Adlantum 1.00

Asparagus 50. OC

ST. Loms. July 2.

Roses, Perles. Nlphetos, Wootton 2.00® 3.00

Bride, Mermet, Bridesmaids 2.00® 3.00

Meteurs 2.00® 3.00

'■ La France, Albany, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

Beauty 6.00®15.00

Sweetpeas 15® .2.i

Carnations. long 50® .75

short .50

Adlantum 1.25

Hollyhocks, asters .50

Smllax I6.0O

Ferns, common, per 1000 $1.26

Buffalo. July 2.

Roses. Beauties 10.00@16.00

Mermet. Bride 3.00® 6.00

Meteor 3.00® 5.00

Perle. Gontler, Hoste 3.00® 4.00

Cusln 3.00

Carnations, long l.OO® 1.26

Daybreak, Wm. Scott 1.00® 1.25

" short (iC@ .75

VaUey 3.00

Sweet peas 35

Auratum lilies I0.00®15.00

Smllax 16.00@20.00

Adlantum 1.25

Asparagus 60.00

GEORGE ft. SUTHERLAND.

Successor to PECK & SUTHERLAND,
Successors to WM. J. STEWART,

Cut Flowers! Florists' Supplies

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New EnglantI Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

H. L. SUNDERBRUCH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,

THE DIRECTORY

For 1894

^ Is Now Ready.

PRICE $2.00.

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet rr^~ ^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

SPRING, SUMMER,

AUTUMN, WINTER.

In dull season and busy season.
/Ill the year round.

Roses, Lily Of tie falle J

and all other choice stock
can be obtained of

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St.. NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SttERIDflN,

• WHOLESALE •

32 We&i 30th Street. NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street. NEW YORK.

WHOLESSLE^ FLORIST,

Careful Sliipping: to all parts of the country.
Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut* Flowers.

57 W. 30lh St., NEW YORK.

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange, NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street,

KEW YORK CITY.

Established 1879

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
Near Tremont St.. BOSTON, MASS.

1170

The American Florist.

J"^y s,

HRe geea Uracje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

D. I. BisiiNELi,. St. Ix)ul9. president; S. E. Buir.GS.
Toronto. 1st vlce-prealtlent ; A. L.. liux. 114 Chambere
street. New York, secretary and treasurer.

Mr. C. Cropp is now in Paris.

Visited Chicago: Mr. S. Y. Haines,
of Minneapolis, Mr. George Urquhart,
vice-president Plant Seed Co., St. Louis.

Sweet Peas. — A very interesting arti-
cle by Rev. W. T. Hutchins on sweet pea
seed growing in California appears on
page 1159 ot this issue.

Mr. F. D. Wolfrom, manager of the
Huntley, Cransom & Hammond Seed Sep-
arators, exhibited their No. 6 Monitor
machine in operation at the warehouse
of the Steele, Briggs, Marcon Seed Co.,
showing it to about 50 interested repre-
sentatives of the Seed Trade .\ssociation,
at the late Toronto meeting.

Bromus Inermis. — Mr. Geo. C. Watson,
Philadelphia, calls our attention to a
special bulletin issued by theU. S. Depart-
ment of Agriculture May 23, in regard to
this valuab'e forage plant. Asmall wood
cut showing the different parts of the
plant illustrates the text and will be
found useful for catalogue purposes. Mr.
Watson notes the trials made by the Ex-
periment Station at Berkelev, Calif., and
of the great value of the plant for the arid
regions of the west. The bulletin maj' be
had free from the Department by any
seedsman interested.

Free Seed Distribution.

The Farmers' Club held a meeting in
Am. Institute. West 38th street. New
York, June 12. Among other matters
discussed was that of government seed
distribution.

P. Meyer*; of Belleville. N J., entered iulo a
vigorous defense of the I repartnienl of Agriculture.
>Ic said that he had. IhrouKh the kindness of the
Coogresstnan of his district, received several con-
signments of seeds from Washington, and they
were c\-cr>' bit as good as those he had been in the
habit of paying his good money for. He regarded
the government distribution of seeds as being
right in the line of public policy.

Mr. Howler interrupted him to ask whether
any of the seeds he had received from Washing-
ton had been of a kind that he could not have
purchased in the old fashioned way. and Mr.
Meyers confessed that they had not. Where upon
Mr. Fowler asked what obligation the govern-
ment was under to buy seeds lor folks who could
afford to pay for them. Mr. Mycrsdid not appear
to have lixiked at the matter in that light, fcr he
aat >Iown njddeo —A'. >'. H/-ald.

Catalogues Received.

The Horticultural Co., Hoskonp. Hol-
land (L. C. Bobbink, Hobokcn, .\. J., Am-
erican representative), roses and nursery
•tock; LcvavaSKur & Sons, Ussy (Calv.-i-
do8), France, nursery stock; The Tokyo
Surwrics (F. Tuknghi), Komagomc I)cn-
cbu, Tokyo, Japan, Japanese bulbs, plant.s
ntid seeds; John Laing & Snns, Fortsl
Hill, London, ling., IuIhtour bcgonian;
SHme, hardy (tcrcnninlR; Dnmmann ik. Co.,
Sin Gifvnnni a Tcducclo, Italy, bulbs
and plant*; Wm. Hull, Chclnen, London.
En^., plants; A. Blanc & Co., Philadcl-
phin, I'a., Japanese flower (Kit*; J. J.
Grullrmuni & Son, Noordwijk, Holland,
Dutch flower roots, etc.; Krocschell Broii.
Co., Chicago, improved green house boiler;
Koljcrt liuist, l'hilridcliihi:i, I'n,
seeds; I'olman-Mooy, Haarlem,
Dutch bulbi.

IMPORT

BULB

PRICES.

I'n.. tiirniii
n, Holland,

I'lcasc mention the Amkmica.s Im.omist
ererjr time you write to on odvcrtincr.

ROMAN HYACINTHS,
jiii>' 1— til.

LILIUM HARRISII

AND DUTCH BULBS.

FREESIAS Ready, Select Bulbs, per looo, jeoo.

JVO"W is the time to order. We are cjuoting the lowest rates of the season.
flS'APPLE GERANIUM SEEDS, new crop, per 100, 25c ; per lOOO %\ 25.

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

Mention American Florist.

FOR SALE.

Now ready
for delivery.

BERMUDA SPICE LILY l T toil in. bulbs, KO per
Imp. Amaryllis Jolinsouii. ) lOO; $170 per lOOO,
FREESIA REFR. ALBA. 5-lt! in. in diam. $2 50 per
1000 in lots of .WOO.
Seed. $•-' 00 per 1000.
GLADIOLUS SHAKESPERE. 'JJi to 3 inches in diam.

$6 00 per 100; S-W CC per 1000.
ZEPHYRANTHES ROS A. I large bulbs, $2 per

FLORIBUNDA 1 100; «l.i per 1000
ATAMASCO, $1 per 100; j8 per 1000
NERINE SARNIENSIS ' large flowering bulbs, $S
Gue^Ilse^■ Lily, i per 100.

CALLA BULBS, 4 to C inches at crown. $7 per 100.
Best var. FRENCH CANNAS. «« per 100; $10 per 1000.
Above prices are for delivery In New York, thence
by E.\'pre88 or ollierwise at purchaser's cost. C. O. O.
from unknown parlies.

Columbia Farm. ST. tJEORGbS. BERMUDA.

HERMANN'S SEED STORE,

4/3 EAST 34-TH STREET,
Near Long Inland Ferry, NEW YORK.

JUST IN, NEW CROP OF

Primula chin., Cineraria liybr.

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM,

ROMAN HYACINTHS. LILIUM HARRISII,

LILY OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

Write fur pricts, it will save you inoncy.
FANCY STRAIN OF

PRIMULA. /READY NOW

CINERARIA. C500.
CALCEOLARIA. V'^'"^'"'^"''

Our low Import Prices on Bulbs
hold f;ood yet.

W. W. BARNARD A, CO..

II mill s s. ( Lirl, Mil

< II II At.O.

August Rojlcer &, Sons,

t36&i38 w. 24ih SI., iiqui YnrI/

p. 0. Stalion E. llCn lUIIV,

Supply Ihe Trade with

Bulbs. Seeds and RequirSites.
Pansies Worth Raising;.

Tlicrc it inuiicy in thcni. They have proved
annin. even iti theHc hard limeM. NI-jW

Si:i;i). peifcctly ripe. RIvADY NOW.

I -H ot Kll otltl

Oni' |iii€'l4iii;4'.

FIV« IHK'lcilK)'**

(iiMh nltli iinhT

CHRISTIAN SOLTAU,

Ml. on
i.oo

IIMI (;riint Ate.

.ii:icsi:\ ri'i'V. n, .1.

EXTRA PANSY SEED.

MAMMOTH SUNBEAM STRAIN.
A t^niliil lollt'crlnii 111 wl.iiil MiiHt-riliu vnili-llfn. v(>r)'
Inrtfi?. <«f |HTff< I rMnii ami <-h»l(r4t ('iilMm; ofin-filMy
flulmrU'*!; iM-ttiT on"] pliiniji ihlfi )(>nr IlinneviT: re-
f4!lv<* vtTt hluli priilM* frtitii mr eiiniotiiKm no finer
■trnln ofTi-ri'*! imywhert-: I|i»flntn nlnpitld rhw uf It

TmdK pkl . rrfitMMxlN. r«;: li pktN <^b-; t; pkip II (K). A
pkt <>l theriMW Munki'T Kni-epniii>> wllli every t\ oriler.
.lOIIN K. ICirr. SlilrciimiiNlitun, Th.

ZIRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been magni-
ficent this season. Never befoie have we ob-
tained such size and colors; and as usual, wher-
ever exhibited, have eclipsed everj'thiug else, re-
ceiving also the most flattering testimonials from
the leading florists and seedsmen all over the
country.

New seed ready now of both the Giant Market
and Giant Fancy in trade packets of 2,000 and 500
seeds respectively at one dollar each, with practi-
cal directions for growing pansies. Also plants
for sale later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL.

. . . NEEDHAM, MASS.

Pansy * Seed.

The JENNINti> STKAIN of hlnU pnule Puney
Seed. New crop now ready, Snved with special care
from only the very finest varieties and twarranledy
tlrst-clasB tn every respeet.

THE JENNINGS XX STRAIN.
The cream of Panstes. Grand colurtt mixed, pkt.,
15(10 seed. Jl.MU: 1 o/.a->i. UU.

The Jennings Strain, finest mixed, pkt. fl (Hi about
2.SlH)8eed; I oz. *ii.lKJ; ;toz8 JI.'i.UO. No skim milk In this
8triiln. (They are just as ^-ond as I eiin iii:ike 'era).
To my old patronx 1 would say they are :i hit: Improve-
ment over last seasnn iiuire variety and tliier colors.
The best strain for tlorlsts either for winter bloom or
Bprln^ Hales; all lur^e tlowerhiK.

illuck Dr. Kuust, finest pkt., 2500 seed, 91.00

Finest Vullow. black eye " *• 1.00

I'ure White. Oie tiesl " " 1.00

Vleiorla. hrltzht red pkt , IIKHI seed. l.OU

All my own kTowth of Is'.il. Hall pkts. of any of the
above of'c. I'lcase .send money orders or reuistered
letter. Casli with order. Address

E. 6. JENNINGS, Wholesale Pansy Grower,

l.ock IJux •r.4. S()UTIUH>UT. P(»NN.

■>-^».^^.».^^- ♦•♦•♦■♦■»■♦ '«'«•«•« ■♦■^■♦•♦■♦■♦■^■^

Roemer's Superb Prize Pansies.

Tlif tinc'st .Hinilii (il I'HiiMles In llic Worlil.

Introducer and Grower of all the leading
No deities.

Ciiliilnmu' Irco on iiitnl'fiitlun.
FRED ROEMER. SEED GROWER,
OIKDI.IMtl IC<;. (iKIcni A>\ .

RIESEN PENSEE

ncni'iTi to lurllK niltli' .lunl. Illiii ubLTilzull

III) l>nr(!tilnt!r<Ht-r hdunu' Knrrn. inflp»l hulk- l''nrl)i'n.
vnn uniibi'rticnilchiT l,>uiilllut lUIIIJ Knni flW:
Um K.,rti f I In ltrlrfnifirkt.'n nd. r I'ohl AnwulHunn.

ICrtnrI, (iiTiiiiiiiy.

^^ H. Wrede,

^'.'^SR^iSi LUNEBURG, GERMANY,

S/icc/ttl Ciilliyniion of

PANSIES.

4 Medals awarded World's Fair.
tf I'riri' MkI on nplilli'mlnn

LILIUM HARRISII.

OrlKlniil linti liirurht ktowith >tr (IiIh Itnportiint biill>.
'I'rni' «liiik l,.mi'M I'rIfcH, lie,.) (.nnillly.

F. R. PIERSON CO..

T,\lll(V'K)\V.V-<(\-IIIIIIS<*.N, M'.W VOKK.

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1171

may be had from bulbs in winter and spring. We now offer
bulbs at prices that you can buy and pay for them. When
in bloom they will be a great help to you to offer cheap
flowers to the public. They occupy very little room in
your greenhouses, can be forced very quick, nearly three
times as quick as other stuff, and produce flowers of very gay
colors at a time when other stuff is rather pale and dull. Bulbs
in bloom can be sold at a price in the reach of every one.

References as to the quality of our bulbs we can give
you to nearly all the leading Bulb Importers in the United

OtateS. A.isl«: for oixr 1S0-5 Catalogue.

H^^ Please ORDER as SOON as possible.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

XvISSE^, near Haarlem, HLOr^rvA^IVD,

5.000,000

FREESIAS

FIR'^T UANR \Vt.' will deliver Freesia Bulbs,

Dliy rinO I nHIIUi j H cImrKea fur transportation
paid, ns follows:

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000. $4.00

1.4 to 5-8 inch per 1000. $3.00

Liberal discount on larger lots. fSend lor our price list.

Order NOW your Japan Bulbs. Lonpltlorum. Aura-
turns. Rubruras. Albums, we are Headquarters.
We are the ONLY FJK>I In the U. S. who guaran-
tee you SitVNU Ul^LIJS delivered.

Address all comraunlcntlons to

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

(Established 1878 ) SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

Mention American Florist.

Huls6t)oscli Brottiers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND,

Bulbs # Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, kwg-
ust and September delivery.
Illustrated Wholcsnle Catalopnes on application.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

ENGLEWOOD, N. J.

TO

Ta^fJfJQ Per 10 Ihs .50c; ii lbs $1.0J;
_. jyMm 50 lbs Sl.AO; 100 lbs$2..50.

Vaugiian's Sued Store, «' Chicago.

CYCLAMEN SEEDS,

European strain.

LILIES OF THE VALLEY.

Berlin and Hamburg Pips.
FLOWER SEEDS for Fall delivery.

METAL WREATHS.

All at Import Prices.

SCHILLER & CO.,

Commission Seed Merchants,
122 E. 23rd Street, NEW YORK.

Please make us offer of all kinds of Seeds and
Bulbs, we will sell it for you

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs ,f Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
For ('!itiiU)itrur. sKldress

C. H. JOOSTEN. IMPORTER.

:i Coplities Sliji. NKW YOKK.

JOHN BARTH BOS,

BULB GROWER.
OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

/\y:ei»ts fur L". S. ;in<l <'itii;i<lH:

C. B. RICHARD & CO..

61 BKOADWAy. NEW YORK.

Trade Catalnt'iie on iippllc.-ilton

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

ONION vv
SEED. ^^^

CROP 1894.

Prices lor New Crop
-made on Application.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sansouie Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

PLANTS! BULBSI

Ever>-ttilnK appertalnlni to the Fnrm
and («ar<len of tbe best and cliolcest

Ij quality. I'll ICES IllGUT.

H Catalogue on application.

WEEBER&DON

M 114 Chambers St.. New York City,

LILY OF THE VALLEY BULBS.

OSCAR KNOPrr & CO . Erfurt. Germany.

Seed triiwers to H. H.. the Ktiiperor of (iermany.
\"erv liKST H.«inl>ur«r Jtml llorliii quali-
ties, :t yewrs oUI, tV>r liirfinK-

For particulars apply to

C. B. RICHARD & CO., Agents.

(!1 UroiuiuMV. NKW YORK.

You will benefit the American Rorist
by mentioning it every time you write
an advertiser in these columns.

1172

The American Florist.

J^hs,

Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo.

I owe a big "vote of thanks" to every-
body's friend, William Scott of Buffalo,
because, when wife and I dropped in on
him Saturday evening after the Nursery-
men's convention at Niagara to ask what
we could best see in the one hour we had
got for Buffalo, he promptly said in big
capital letters. "Go to Forest Lawn ceme-
tery." Well, we went; and we were glad
we did, for the run through this superb
resting place made us almost willing to
abantlon the sunny banks of the Susque-
hanna and move to Buffalo, that we
might finally await the last trump amid
such loveliness. Would that the broad
taste that makes this burying place a
lovely park, with no suggestion of morbid
grief or heathenish display, might spread
to many other cities! Not a fence; not a
hedge; no set "lots;" iust memorials in
granite and marbleamidGod'smemorials
in tree, flower and turf, hill and dalt!

Friend S;ott was up to his ears in busi-
ness; in fact, he hadn't ears enough, for
while one was glued to a telephone, the
other was trying hard to listen to "us"
and the several customers who were re-
ceiving attention. It was pleasant to get
where moss couldn't gather anywhere,
and were glad of the vi'iti

J. Horace McFarland.

Bermuda's Charms.

Under date of June 2.t Mr. Burt Eddy
writes from Hamilton, Bermuda, as fol-
lows:

"I have at last found the place where
one can get change and rest; 'Tne land-
lord gets the change and the waiters get
the rest.' The fried chicken and the tube-
roses of the south have lost their charms
to me forever. I did not know I was fo
fickle. The beauties of these islands
(scenic I mean I suggest rhapsodies. The
'dusky belles in the bosky dells' compare
with those of the Orient. The gustatory
delights fill the bill als'.: Bananas in the
back garden and fresh on the table like
ordinary 'garden sass,' dates, figs — and
more than thai: Palms, ficus, agaves
and yuccas for ordinary lawn plants. and
a night blooming cereus opening now at
my window. Bat what could one expect
in Bermuda?"

A Floral Column.
Noticing in a daily press dispatch from
St. Joseph, Mo., that on Decoration Day
"A beautiful floral column, surmounted
by a white dove, was unveiled and dedi-
cated to the unknown dead of the Platte
purchase, " we wrote to a florist of that
city for fuller infirmation about it. lie
replirB: "The floral column consisted of
a Btakc driven into the ground and an
invcrlcrl wire IkI! frame fastened to the
top; a drnca-na was placed inside and the
frame covered with vines and mixed flow-
er*, with n dove perched on one Bide.
Where the unveiling came in I do not
know."

WiiP.NKVEH you want anything per-
tainii g to the trade, nnd do nut find it
oflTcrcd in our ndvcrtiBing columns, wriic
to ut nnd wc will take pleaBurc in nBsist-
ing vou to find what vou wiint.

If you ij»« »lran» ymi wont to npurr your
PATIENCE. TO SAVE YOUR TIME.

and to proloHK thr li(r ol y.j.ir STRAP.

I'm a yi,rtivitf . t hwl i" Mrncc tht« buckle

fixture. ThcwORKEASY ™*;;''

A*k your commi«*i')n man \nx it.

FRANK L. MOORI. CHATHAM. N.

May and June Propagaled.

MRS. ROBT. CRAIG, HARRY BALSI.KY, MRS.

J. G. WHILLDIN, EDA PRASS. GLORIO-

SUM. V. H. HALLOCK and IVORY,

»:!.00 per 100.

ERMENILDA. W. R. SMITH, THE QUEEN,

W. G. NEWITT and NIVEUS,

«n.00 per 100.

Prices of other varieties ou application.

Nathan Smith & Son,

167 W. Maumee Street.
- ADRIAN. MICH.

s::\xii:v^^x: — — --

Transplantei.1 plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you for 10 cts.
Price per 1(0, 75 cts.; 116 00 per 1000,
cash with the order. First lot are all
sokl; next lot ready July 1st. i

ALBERT M. HERR, L B. 4%, Lancaster, Pa.

Ilerr a I'anales lire TIIK l';irisluh. Scr iiilv. Interon. j

TFfGHER&Mim '

Palms, Fmsf Florists' M

AT WHOLESALE.

SHORT HILLS, NEW JERSEY.

Prices Cut Half in Two

I'ANCV I.KAVKI) CAl.AllHIMS. L'll viirlrtli'N, li'olic

■i^t-liinh iioli 111 Rl'ilHI i>iT limil.
CAI'K .IA1MI.M';. from '..'MilMcli |i(jt«.nl f-Viim pcrlOtO;

llnch -,\i:: ,',-lnrli l(]c
VAK. Vl.srAS iiMd AMl'Kt.llPSlS VKITClllI. 2Hi-

Inch |itili4. nl r.'.inl lier lUl; llni! iiliintM
CVI'KKIS Al.TKHNIKdl.H'S. 4-llicll He; Wncli lUc;
Irliu-ti l:!c.
Add.esa F. d. ULBRICHT.

p. (1. llcxlkVi. AN.NISTON. Al.A.

Tobacco Dust.

I'lr harrcl (about 125 lbs.), $2.50.
S.iniiili' Irec by mail.

IIEUliM ANN'S SEED STORE,

I i:i Kiml :iltli Mri'i-t,
near Long iiiand Flurry. NEW YORK.

'E ITIiRlS TRliMULA

From 2;^-inch pots, to to 12 inches
' hJKh, ready to pot into Is, JJ.50 per

KKJ; |J()o6 per UKIO.

B ■WITTEBSTAETTEH,

. . . SEDAMSVILLE, OHIO.

Villi will benctit the Ainerican Flo-
rist by iiu'iitidniiiK it every lime you
write an advertiser in ihttui c<jlumiis

THE.AMERIGAN FLORIST CO.'S

DIRECTORY
REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING ;

1. The names and addresses of the Florists. Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch ot the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2. A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch of the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given.
A li^t of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Canada.

A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.
A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Roses in commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of introducer, and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given.

A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate description of
each. Syaouyms are noted and varieties that
are very^popular with American growers are
designated by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introduction and
brief, accurate description of each.
Seasonable Hints for the year, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
published. It is written in a plain, practical
way. by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of es.says
read at each meeting, with other information
ol interest.

A .similar historical sketch of the American
Association of Nurserymen.
A similar historical sketch of the American
Carnation Society.

A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

Similar historical sketches of the Florists*
Hail Association of America; of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delive'y Association.
A complete list of all National and Local
Trade Organizations, with names and ad-
dresses of principal oflicers, time and place
t>f meetings, etc.

Statistics of Commercial Floriculture iu the
V. S, from the last census.

Statistics of the Nursery Industry in the U. S.
from the last census.

Stalistic-i of Seed Growing in the U. S. from
the last census.

A list of Leading Horticultural Societies, with
name and address of the Secretary of each.
Full iuformntion about Express and Postage
rates ou plants, shntbs, trees, seeds and bulbs

No /ess than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO,,

p. O. Dr.iwcr 164

CHICAGO.

"v DRHER'S
GflRDtN Seeds,

PlanU. Bulbs & Requititat.

They nrr llu- best nt the
loweit prices. Trade Liil l»-
surd »|uintcrly, iimik*dfrc<
to llir triKlc only.

IIKNKV A. DKKKIC,
I'hllHilolplilH, Fa.

I'l.i-.Asi- iiiciition the Amkkican Flo-
HIST i-vr.v time you write to an ndver-

tifcrln thrw lohitnns.

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1173

200,000 ROSES 200,000

Nice stock from 2)4-inch pots.

. Per 1000 I er 100

PERLE $25.00 $2.80

SUNSET 25.00 2.80

BRIDE 20.00 2.25

MERMET 20.00 2.25

GONTIER 20.00 2.25

MME. CUSIN 22.50 2.50

MARECHAL NIEL 25 00 2.80

FISHER HOLMES 3.00

WHITE LA FRANCE 22 50 2.50

ALBANY 24.00 2.75

WATTEVILLE 22.50 2.50

SOUPERT 20.00 2.25

CLIMBING PERLE 3.50

BON SILENE 3 00

MRS. DeGRAW 3.00

SOUV. D'UN AMI 22.50 2.50

And all standard varieties in Hybrids,
Teas, Hybrid Teas, Climbers, Polyanthas,
etc , etc. Strictly our own selection, J20.00
per 1000; 82 25 per 100. Same trom 4-inch
pots, 86.00 per 100.

Send in your lists for prices.

TERMS CASH WITH ORDER.

CUT SMILAX, 10 cents per String.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO,,

Mention American Florist.

FORGING ROSES.

The nice, clean stock of forcing roses in
following numbers and varieties, true to
label. Must be sold to make room.

300 Brides, 4-inch; 600 3-inch.

1300 Mermets, 4-inch; 340 3-inch.
640 Perles, 4-inch; 525 3 inch.
80 Mme. Testout, 4-inch.
250 La France, 4-inch.

4-inch $10.00 per 100; 3-inch $6.00 per 100.

580 Bridesmaids, 3-inch $7.00 per 100

100 Kaiserin Augusta, 3-inch. ..10.00 per 100

80 Mme. Testout, 4-inch for $12.00

50 American Belle, 4-inch for 10.00

100 American Beauty, 3-inch for lO.CO

160 " " 4-inch I8c. each

175 " " 5-inch 25c. each

C?.sh must accompany order.

FRED. BURKI, wholesale Florist,

BELLEVUE, Allegheny Co., PA.

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

strong plants trom 2)'2-inch pots,

$50,00 per 1000.
From 3-inch pots, $70.00 per 1000.

TESTOUTS AND BRIDESMAID.

From 3-inch pots, $6.00 per ICO.
BRIDES, 3-incli pots, $5.00 per 100.

Chrysanthemums.

strong plants of leading varieties. Our
selection. $3 per 100; $25 per tOOO.

J. T. ANTHONY,

2205 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO.

Mermets. Bride, Gontier,
Perle,Clim.Perle, Sunset,
Wootton, Niphetos, Hoste.

First Liuality stock from 4-in. pots.

PER HUNDRED $10.00.

PER THOUSAND . . $90.00.

t»i30. i^. i:»A.r«i-£;Ere,

SOT AVHHliington St.. Uorf-lifster, ."Vlass.

Mention the American Florist when
ivriting to advertisers on this page.

ROSES,

, FINE. THRIFTY STOCK.

=B.«'i:'P-!f.5""'^^ 2>^-inch $ 7.00 3>^-inch %>Z OO

BRIDESMAID

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA

MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT

LA FRANCE

DUCHESS OF ALBANY

MERMETS

BRIDES

PERLES

CLIMBING PERLE

SENATOR McNAUGHTON

WiCHURAIANA

GREENHOUSES:
Western Springs, II

6.00
6.00
6 00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4 00
4 50
5.00
1O.0O
4.00

12. OO
12.00
12.00
9.00
9.00
900
9.00
10.00
11.00

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,

CHICAGO:

146-148 W. Washington St.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perle, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Testout, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany,

Gontier, White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch

pots, ;?5.00; 3-inch pots, ^6.00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, g6.00; 3-inch, ^8.00 per hundred.

THI.S STOCK IS WELL GROAVN AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

all the very best both new and old.

GHRYSflNTHEMUMS, the cream ot all the long
list now ofifered, in extra fine plants now ready for imme-

diate delivery. JOHN N. MAY, Summit, Ncw Jersey.

40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORGING ROSES.

Fully equal to Ibose sent out the last two years, and perfectly healthy In every respect,
growth from llowerlnjj shoots used In propagating.

GKN. .JACUIIKMINOT, KAISEltl ^ «.' V

ULRICU ISKUNMiK, li i. IDKS tl Al l>.

3-lnch pois. Sil.llOperlOO.
PERLES, SUNSKTS,

SAFRANO, ^M'HKr IS

3-lnch pots. $r Kl per 100.

SOI V. lit;; WOOTTON,
LA FKANCE,

<-lnch pots, J12.00 per 100.

BON SILENE,
KRfDES.

i Inch prits. f lU OO per 100.

READY FOR

IMMEDIATE

PLANTING.

Only selected

METEOR,

MERMETS,
AIME. HOSTE,

r>IIvIvO:^f, :^looinnst>t-xrg, F*c».

Brides. Bridesmaids,
Ferles, Met ors. Hnstes.
From 2. 3 and 4-iii. pots.

*eo«iH^

unsuis, . .
Niphetos, Testonts.
I>a France, Mermets,

^•"''^%:^^^iMu. VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole AKentB for U. S for Chas. .>la('iiitosli it Co., Kncland, Inventors of Vulcanized India Rubber,

E.vlm»troni,'(-'roenhmise hose In wlllistand lilt-'h prcsRure. •'tl-ln,. :i-ply. l.'^c. per foot In m feet lenRths.

AMERICAN BBAUTY,

TESTOUT, K. A. VICTORIA, BRIDES-
. MAID, BRIDE, MERMET, METEOR,
PERLE, SUNSET, CUSIN, LA FRANCE, 3 and 4-iuch pots, prime slock, shipped at special flo-
rists'rales. I'ackinK liKht. » c ii» nriii i I j » i
Write for prices, including delivery to your E.xpress office. At 0, MaCbtAN, LaKBWOOfl, N.J,

Mermets. Cusiiis Wattevilles, Hoste, Meteor and

La France. $;^.00 per 100.
Strong American Beauties. $.V00 per 100; S40.00 pe

1000, 600 at 1000 rates.

4(®^Special prices ou quantity,
lists. Cash wiih order.

Let me price your

West l-'orest Park, St. Li>iiis, ,'\Io.

Strong, clean, vigorous stock of

CUSINS, BRIDES, MERMETS,
METEOR, BRIDESMAID, PERLES,

in lyi, -i and l-inch pots; cheap for ca.sli.

GEO. E. FANCOURT.
Wilkes-Barre, Pa.

FORCING ROSES.

STANDABD AND NEW KINDS.

rait'ES KIGHT.
McCREA <£ COLE, Battle Ckcek, Mich.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manettl Stock, offer the beat re-
aultfl to the florist. bloomInK freely and (f Ivlng plenty of
cuttings for propagatind quickly. Fine plants for sale
by the lOU or lUOO, at low rates.
I^ce LlBta to appUcanUi. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston). MASS.

(lean, heallliy .sinrk
MERMETS. BRIDES. SUNSETS.

NIPHETOS. LA FRANCE. PERLES.

MME, WATTEVILLE, BON SILENE. METEOR,

PAPA GONTIER.
Strong plants, from ."J-lnch pots, ^s per lUi; tT."> per lOOO.

WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y.

ytronK, healthy plants, from 2. 2^ and ;Mnch p.3t8.

price, rt DO. ».UU and S»i.Uu per IIX).

TEKLE, SUNSET. NIl'UETOS, MERMET, BlllDE

METEOR. WOOTTO.V. H08TB, M. NIKL.

LA FRANCE, A.ND ALBANY,

Strontt AM. ItKAUTV. from ■J-lreh ikiIk, H.UIJpcrlOO.

JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, III.

1174

The a mer i ca n F l orist.

J"^y s,

Buffalo.

A very short line trom our little city on
the Hamburg Canal will explain the con-
dition of affairs. In the first place the
thermometer is altogether too high.
Business is entirely flat. And as reason-
able creatures we don't expect it to b;
much better for some time. There arc
lew good flowers of the standard sorts
to be seen. Roses fall to pieces while you
are extolling their long keeping qualities
to a customer, ard if they did keep they
are scarcely "a thing of beauty." There
is some fine Lilium auiatumin the stores,
making the atmosphere really too dense
for tbc average customer. Mud turtles
are coming in and so are water lilies,
both white and pink. The only really
good flower we now have in abund ince
is the carnation, of which there is a great
abundance, and they are fine in quality
and quantity, the old heads having not
forgotten that shade and plenty of moist-
ure are the chief essentials to secure good
carnations in summer.

There are plenty of social matters
talked over among the fraternity just
now. One is that we should all get to-
gether and have an excursion down the
Niagara River. That would be more
than nice: in fact it would be "awfully
jolly." Then there is the annual game
between Rochester and Buffalo at the
national game of baseball. It would be
impossible to miss that in our annual ex-
istence. And last, but by no means least,
is the convention at Atlantic City. We
have some young blood here that hasdis-
tinguished itself so remarkably this win-
ter in a city championship that if Phila-
delphia orBoston read the scores they
would quietly but decorously hunt their
boles. We will have a team there, and a
strong one, and the writer hopes it will be
well managed. W. S.

Do YOU WANT a complete alphabetical
list of carnations in commerce in America,
with name of introducer, date of intro-
duction and brief, accurate description of
each? You will find such a list in our
trade direct' rv and reference book for
189+. Price $2.00.

GHRyMNTRMDMs.

From 2>^-ln. pot8,<^" $3 per 100.

HTKO.Xi SMII.AX. fnini '.'ivlncli puU. Ki (JU per

Ml. fi. IIJ pLT VU).

PANSIKH, friirii f.lrt trnnic. I1.'>.UU per 1000.

Addrni. J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

CflTflUOGUE, PRINTING.
tLEGTROTyPING.

Done will) expert ability (or Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horac* McFariand Co.

. . . IIAKICIHItl'U(i. IM

CELERY PLANTS

WHIIE CLUME. OIANT CAbCAL. GIANT GOLDEN

HEART and GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING.

I'lr).) j(ri,wli p''"'". •! '^'' V' '"""

The Nei> PINK PLUME. Iriin^plniitrcl planU. t^l.GO

j^r HW) <.ii»li wllh onlcr.

Aampl'' miul"! fi'-'-

C. M. GROSSMAN. Wolcottvllk. Ind.

Cyclamen Seeds.

KOLHS SUPERB PHIZE CYCHMEN.

Th« Finest Strain In Iha World.

iui;m>4<«Iii 4.bu

. oye lUUmM-dM 'Ali

\ir ,, ,. .,,,. . • . ,. \ V0tt M<«><iii t; *£*.

I nmti with iiVlVT

LUDWIG KOCH, Wandibek, Hamburg, Germany.

Water Plants.

Eichhornia Azurea ^New Blue Water Hyacinth),

eacli -Oc; ilozeu €1.7.').
Eichhornia ^Polltederia) Crassipes Major (Water
Hyaciuth), S2.00 per 100, prepaid, or $8.00 per
lOtO, not prepaid.

Each noz. rerlUO

Nelumbium Speciosum S .40 S5.00 S25.00

Nymphaea Devoniensis 50 5.00

Flava 20 2.00 S.OO

Odorata 10 1.00 6.00

•• Gigantea 20 2.00 12.00

Zanzibareitsis Azurea, in

bloom .40 3.50 25 00

Rosea, in bloom -10 ,3.50 2.5.00

Dentata. . .50 4.00 30.00

Pistia StratiotesorWater Lettuce .13 1.00

Myriophyllum Proserpinacoides or

Parrot's Feather. . . . .15 1.00

Sarracenia Variolaris. .10 .50 3.00

Limnocharis Humboldtii (Water

Poppy) . . .10 .60 4.00

Small plant.s of N. Zanzibarensis and N. Dentata,
10c each, or seeds lOc per large packet, or S2 00 per
ounce, not prepaid.

Nephrolepis Exaltata (Sword Fern), selected plants
from open ground, 512,00 per 1000, or S2.00 per 100,
delivered, .

BRAND & WIGHERS.

SAN ANTONIO, FLORIDA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express. .$4 .03 per 1000
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by

mail 50c per 100

c.vSH WITH ori)i<:k.

S. O. STREBY,

l>ork I5ox 7 7,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

.iirKCSt and Unc'st stock In the United
StHtes. Write for prices tu

S. J. RUSSELL.

830 Montgomery St.. Jersey City. N. J.

#^

Tuberous Begonias.

(ildl-KlNS STltAlN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.

We arc heiiilqimrtei'n lor the

atxiTctho Hneent Htnilii In the

* •-*' ' ' »T-.o^ worlil, Send lor liiuHlratoil

(lewcrlptlve CMtnl'ik'Ui' with ni|i>rl;flit i>nKriivliiKH. It
tellH you till uIm. lit tln,-ni.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Th05. Griffin. Mgr. Weslbury Station. L. I., N. Y.

The Water Garden.

Spcohil unci Manly W»1(.t l,lM.-nol aM rulurn

VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDt. EURYALE FEROX.

NeluiiibluniN In variety, Manly < trnnnii-nlMl pIiintK.
HUl»-(iiiiintl(! itlantH, etc.. etc. Nyinpliiea Iiiiydekerl
nmeu <awardt;d n Medal at WorId*» Kair); nionteharnj-
Inif uf all ilii! nAitiiv IJIIen; fZ fiOoneh.

Other ruhiinblun NnvcltlrH wee rntal*>^nir

WM. TRICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J.

I'.fftt (;<Tllllin Stnilti, Ni'W Seril,

■I7r.

5.M)
AM

Cyclamen Giginleum, dark red

IMuk KoMi MuHeuthal
" " while with red.

l»CHl wliilc . . .
" " niixrd all coIorB
'* " niixrd III! lolcrs T.'ic lOO send.
Cnnh witli order. AUGUST BEOXEB,
I' II lliii III. ■•'Xliii.'l K.v.

rlantn ftoM) InHt fall. tlicNC linvr a fuundatloti and
win hr^in Id run ntronffol once. 92.50 per 100;

%'jow prr un*
CLEMATIS for Fall Dallvsry.

SpTiiil TiriicH at wllnlrnjilr, r.n fi]')rll( .1 1 1' »n

S|>lrn(li4i Nt'K k an<l asHortnimi

F. ▲. BAIiLEB., Bloomington, 111.

Grow Swainsona,

The best and most profitable pure white flower
grown. Takes the place of Roman hyaciuths or
lily of the valley, producing spikes of flowers from
4 to 0 inclics long, iu the greatest abundance the
entire year — never out of bloom — lasting well
wlieu cut. 100 Swaiusoua will pay you three
times as much as same space in best carnations.
No florist should be without this most useful flower.
After a trial it will be considered indispensable.

EASY TO GROW.

An exceplioually good and paying cut flower.

Strong young plants, $1.00 per doz.;

$6.00 per 100.

Larger ones, $1.50 per doz.: $10 per 100.

FAUST & BRO..

MERION STATION, P. R R., PA.

Mention American Florist.

^'HELEN KELLER"

I The new i'nrnation; pure white, dell-
1 cately marked with red.

Price for well Rooted CuttlDjis:

^.\.m per dozen; JI2,00 per 100; 3=2J 00 per 250:
JIMI.UU per \\m. 500 at 1000 rate. Ordars may
be sent either tu

I JOHN N. Mfly,

Siiiiiiiiit. N. .7.

EDWIN LONSDALE,
rhestiuit Hill. I'hlla.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. 7.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.
FRED. DORNER & SON,

Carnation
Growers,

-».^LA FAYETTE. IND.

.Mi'MllcMi AliKTlciin Florist.

™^ JACQUEMINOT

. . CA.I«r«A,TI01V

Is entlorHud lis ii shipper niiii kecpi'r; mi>I1« at nlKht,
iiinl Is III prt'SLMit u Muisd nl liinN mill bliniiiiH. NO
.AKUCION.V.M l'l.l':S WinCim nut Hpiiro thu tlino. Send
li.r .In iihir, I'it .l../.i'n, riW: pur UK), f lU.UU; pur IWIO.
mtl.m. ■.'.<! lit lilOli rail'.

PETER FISHER & CO..

K.I.I. IS, Niiil.ilU <i... I\1A,S.S.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the
fall ^mm.

o. jr. i»«rwr80ciit.

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co.. PA.

MeTitliin Amorldnn KtnrlHt.

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations I Chrysanthemums.

ST \MIAi<l> X .\lili';lll,S.

.MAiciK i-oi'isio \i<>i.i;t KIINNKKM.

KMIL.W, '.'i,. liii'li piilK.

Siitl',liii>tUMi iiMil prompt Hlilpnu'iit Ktniratitood.

SAMUEL J. BUNTING.

I'.l til » (Mill Av<'. .V r>Hiii SI.. riiii,.\.. fA.

Carnationsa Specialty

Iti>nt,->1 CiiltliiirN iinil VniiMu i'llinlH fold nut.
.NIo«! I'liilil-liioivii I'liinlii III SrpI, Sriiil liir i.rlfoh,

GEO, HANCOCK & SON. Grand Haven. Mich.
PLANTS, »l.()Op«.-r JOOO.

CELERY

SIroiitf, WftI |-(Mitl<,l Illld
Hl'ii'k.v-

CELEHY PLANT CO.. Kalomatoo. Mich.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1175

Ofliversal Horticiltiral EstaWislnnen

TO THE FLORIST TRADE:

SOUTH ORANGE, N. J.

Saving at the expense of quality is waste, but reducing expenses pnd increasing quality is the only true economy. This is
my object to avoid any unnecessary expenses of costly catalogues, which enables me to sell highest quality at lowest price. If
you want RELIABIiI! BULBS fill out quantity required in the blanks below, cut this page out and mail to me. I will give
you my estimate and return to you for your acceptance. I will not publish Trade Bulb Catalogue, but will give you the
benefit of the saving. Quality, only one, "THE VERT BEST."

Quantity
required.

LILIUM HARRISII,5-7,

" " 7-9.

Price
Per 1000. Total.

9-11...

longiflorum, 5-7..

7-9..

9-11.

auratum

speciosum

" album,
candidum

ROMAN HYACINTHS,

White, 11-12

■' 11-15

12-15

" 13-15

Daric pink

Light pink

Blue

Lily of the Valley,

XXX for early forcing.
XXX for late forcing...
Freesia refracta alba,

1st size

Extra selected

Mammoth

Calla Lily, white

Tuberoses,

Double Pearl, 4 to 6 in.

DUTCH HYACINTHS.

Single mixed, pure white...
" blush white

" yellow

red

" rose

" light blue

" dark blue....

Double mixed, pure white.

" blush white

" yellow

" red

" rose

light blue...

" dark blue...

Dutch Roman, single white

" " rose..

blue..

" double white

" " rose.

" blue..

Quantity
required.

DUTCH HYACINTHS.

Amy, single red

Robert Steiger, red

Norma, red

Gigantea, red

Alba superbissima, s white

Baron Von Thuyll, s. white

Grand Vedette, single white

Blanchard, " "

La Grandesse,

Grandeur a Merveille, "

Charles Dickens, sin. blue..

Marie, single blue

Czar Peter, single blue

Baron Von Thuyll, s. blue.

Regulus, single blue

King of the Blues, s. blue...

Bleu Mourant, single blue..

JHerman, single yellow

Jida, single yeilow

La Pluie d'Or, single yellow

Bouquet Tendre, dbl. red...

Czar Nicolas, double red...

Grootvorst, " ...■

, Rembrandt, double blue..,.

, Blocksberg, "

, Charles Dickens, dbl. blue

, Goethe, double yellow

Uaune Supreme, dbl. yellow

Anna Maria, double white.

La Virginite, double white.

La Tour. d'Auvergne, "

TULIPS.

Single early, fine mixed

" ex. fine mixed

Due van Thol, scarlet

" " red & yellow

" " rose

" " white

" " yellow

Artus, single brilliant red..

Chrysolora, yellow

Belle Alliance, scarlet

Bizard Verdict, yel. & scar.
Cottage Maid, white & rose
Coleur Ponceau, white

and crimson

Duchess de Parma, red

and yellow

Joost van Vondel, red
and white

Price
Per 100. Total.

$....$.,

Quantity
required.

TULIPS.

Price
Per lOOU. Total.

Kaiserkroon, red & yellow!

La Reine, white I

L'lmacule, white

i^ottebakker, white

" yellow '

" scarlet I

Proserpine, rose '

Rose gris de lin, white, rose

Rosa mundi, rose & white I

Vermilion Brilliant, scarlet

Yellow Prince, yellow

Double Tulips, fine mixed..
" extra "

Imperator rubrorum, scar.

La Candeur, white

Murillo, pink

Rex Rubrorum, scarlet '

Salvator Rosa, rose

Tournesol, red |

yellow

Yellow Rose, yellow

Parrot Tulips, mixed

Bizarres, " "

Bybloemens" "

NARCISSUS.

.Von Sion

.Alba plena odorata

. Double Incomparable

. Poeticus

" ornatus

. Trumpet Major....".

. Paper White

. " " grandiflora

. Jonquils, single

. Jonquils campernelle

. Chinese Sacred

. Crocus, mixed whtie

" " blue

.i " " yellow

.' " " striped

. Allium neapolilanum

. Ornithogalum Arabicum...

. Astilbe japonica

" '' grandiflora

, Spirasa astilboides

. Gladiolus, The Bride

. Azaleas, finest var., 9-10 in.

10-12 in.

12-14 in.

PLEASE PUT HERE ANY KIND XOT MENTIONED AHOVE ON WHICH YOU WISH ylOTATlOXS.

Terms Desired Terms given by W. A. MANDA

I'lease cpiote prices for the ahov«' quantity ami return to

Name Address

1176

The American Florist.

July s,

Cincinnati.

Extremely warm and tempestuous
weather has had its effect on the cut
flower trade. There is plenty of stock in
the market, but it is very poor as a
general thing. Sweet peas are more than
plentiful; feverfew, cornflowers, larkspur,
valley, roses and carnations make up the
assortment handled by the commission
houses.

Cincinnati florists are quiet so far as
work is concerned, only a feworderscom-
ing in, principally funerals and weddings.

The Florists' Club is getting ready for
its first annual picnic, which will be held
at Woodsdale Island about July 26: a
positive date will be given later. The
growers are already challenging the store
men for a game of ball, and we have some
verj- expert quoit pitchers, especially Otto
Walke. We also extend an invitation to
all brother florists to join us on this oc-
casion, and will insure one and all agood
time.

A storm passed over this section of the
country June 26, doing great damage to
agricultural crops, nor did the florists
escape entirely, nearh- all the boys com-
ing in lor a few broken ventilators or
glass, but nothing very serious.

Henr)' B. Glins was visited by a burglar
recently at his home, but the marauder
was frightened away by Mr. Glins.

Julius Peterson, whose present estab-
lishment consists of nine large houses, is
about to add a palm house 25x125.
Adiantum Farleyense is one of Mr. Peter-
son's sptcialties, the remainder of his
place being in roses, chrysanthemums,
and violets. He beats by steam, using a
60 horse power boiler.

Cbas. S. Barnaby, Columbus, Ind., was
recently in town. G.

Eucharis Amazonica.

1 have read the several noies on Eucha-
ris amazonica and would say that it
blooms with me to perfection. I have
now in bloom two large tubs, one with
23 flower scapes with 5 to 7 blooms on
each. It blooms twice a year, at any
season according to treatment.

Columbus, Ga. S J. Sails.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

K«*B(ly for uhlpnient from July to SeptemluT.

Calla Aethiopica. fine dry rooLs in all hizcs.

Lil. Longillorum. ready for shipment from October
Ut to M.'irth I'.. IWV).

Lil. Auratum. Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Irii K»fnpferi. in IfX) choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in hrsi varu-ticH.

Camellias. Psonies, Tree Ferns. Raphis, C)cas
Revoluta. hu\tfi\t fiTrtwiuu plantn wtlli nne foha^e
from lil ccntJi to !■'» each; frcnh iin|K>rlc<l nlcms,
Inie lonK leaf variety, roola and IcaveH cut off, dc-
liverefl ^om March. IKOA.

For K^-neral Japanene htock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wa)n« St., SAN FRANCISCO. GAL.

THE BATAVIA LABELS

Ar« Iho .ni'^fthi'Mt ilfun-nl iN-nt nntl i li<>ni>i-itt latM.>l
In the mark<-t Wi* t-nrrj n ciriiplfti! Itii4'i,r larK'lH iiiiij
•lAlii^ BUlU-'l t<i t-vLT^ idirif/M- rnniftiiif I'l nIm? fnirii 'i'^
lru;tii*« Vi 1 1*^-1 Still) till* iirlfMfA Vou cnnnut nfTiiru
to niaki) four ifwn. CiimIi with (irdrr.

I'frT I.AHKI.H. I'l.AIN KAI'UKMH rUKl'AllJ. l'AI.\Ti:it.

Harb ZW.'p«r IIW «>' , I>'ic Xx

nua Mc Oclnbe «(■•;

«-rncli Sic •• . . ?)cll»o use

lliicii ... Vm . :>ic ! II (JU Mto

Krvltflit f. lUfUpor <rri Imrw •|iiniitUli'«- Hond UH n
triKi ordiT MniiipjiM kihI rttljiP',tfui« friMl.

f\t.MH «ri> filwaTM In •Iriiiiiri'l Wu iriro 17. :)i4-ln.
tor fa mtitl '.H r<tr tJ. IjilJifilii.. Ki<ritl»« nrnl the iMmt
»»tnM }**H' Imml .N'o. f<*r .(Mf Inl ofTur

WIM.IAMH tt HONH CO., lliiliivlM. III.

Always mention the American Ro-
rist when writing to advertisers.

(SHKinvui)i> Hall Nuksery Co.)

No. 427-9 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQUARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And otlier Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Nativt! Bulbs. LILY BULR^

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

rose bill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,
ORCHIDS,
^b^' Roses,

and Pf&^v%r F*l»rat(Si.

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

Mfnllnn Aaitirlcnn KlorlKt

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

\ KnuHl nolrfrtliin for Striv«. <:ri'fnlMinnt' aritl ("*iri-

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mjrvfitory

SANDER. St. A /bans, England.

(Hir .\Ir A, lUtiiiiMK-k will Im^ pU'iimimI to Inlcrvluw
huv(.>rn iir reply to any (-oinniiinU-atlMii uitdrunMud to
hliii nt3Jr>(irL'enwlrli St.. New Vork City

MEDAL AWARDED. "^^^

ERNST KAUFMANN&CO.,
Wholesale PLORISTS* SUPPLIES

.S<|. Ii:i .Norlli till SIri'i't,
SrtuI forcnlnloftiir. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

PATENTC

I Tr.Kk'.Marki, Copyrighls, Etc. ^^ |

I CHflNDLEE & MftCflULty.vIy

Atlantic BulldinB, WABHIHOTOH, D. O.

Muntlfin All>urlf;nii I'iiirlHl.

/f'^ %

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f

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QfORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

E.G. HILL & CO..

wnoiesaie Florists

RICHMOND, INDIANA.

Always mention the Amekcan Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

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The American Florist.

1177

FRANCIS' METAL STEMMING TOINTS.

Latest Device for Stemming Cut Flowers
without Toothpicks and Wire.

Will keep set pieces fresh longer, as flower
stem is entered deep in the moist moss. Made
from solid brass, will not rust, very conven-
ient, saves valuable time and labor. You can
stem flowers with these points in one-quarter
of the time as when done with toothpicks.
Will hold a pansy as well as a calla lily. Man-
ufactured by the Novelty Point Works in 5
sizes, from )s to V2 inch in diameter.

Xzi ^Bosses of X<3<3C> f*oixi.1;s

1 (smallest) 60 cfs. SIZE No. 3 80 cts.

a 70 rts. SIZK No. 4 90 cts.

SIZE No. 5 llarfresti. per box of 250 points, ?,1 cts.

FRANCIS' CORRUGATED HOLD FAST GLAZING POINTS.

Per box of 1000 Points 50c. Can be sent by mall for 13c In addition. See advertisement In last issue, June 14.

-A.C3-E1TTS:
Philadclplim. 1 PETER HENDERSON & CO..

Patented .irty 11th

SIZE No,
SIZE No.

K. E. ftlcALEISlUjK,
WEEHEK & DON,
J. C. VAUGHAN,
J. A. SIMMERS, -

New Vork.
NeAV YorK.
rs«-\v York

Ctiicago.

Toronto.

Z. I)E FOREST ELY & CO.,
H. liAYElisuORKER & CO., Philadelphia.
A. ROLKER & SONS, - - New York.
WM. ELLIOTT & SONS, - - New York.
C. H. .TOOSTEN, - - - New York.

Samples for trial sent by mall, postpaid, on receipt of 10 cents. Address

HERMANN ROLKER, Room 3, 218 Fulton Street. NEW YORK

GENERAL .VGENT FOR AMERICA AND El KOIE.

VICTORY I VICTORY! VICTORY!

SEE HERE

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention'was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send lor Catalogue and Es
ti mates.

Bj. mr»r»A.ier>, 'Voij.xi.gsto-vvaa, oixio.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.

Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

MaEU!actlirB THE BEST LETTERS IS TIE MARKET.

Sizes l!^-lnch and 2-lnch. f2.00 per lUO. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 500 letters we give away a nicely

Btatned and varnished box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.
Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.
AGENTS: A. Kolker & Sons, New York; Marschuetz
& Co.. 25 N. 4th Street. Philadelphia, Pa.; F. E. Mc-
Allister. 22 Dey St.. N. Y.; Ernst Kaufmann & Co.. IKi
N. 4th St.. Philadelphia. Pa.; H. Bayersdorfer & Co..
Philadelphia, Pa.; A. D. Perry & Co., aS Warren St..
Syracuse, N. V.: A. C Kendal. 115 Ontario St., Cleve-
land, O.; E. IJ. Hunt. 70 Lake St., Chlcauo; Wisconsin
Flower Exchange, IHl Mason St., Mllkwaukee, Wis.;
li. Sunderbruch, -Jth and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati, O.;
T. W. Wood & Sons, tith and Marshall Sts. Richmond,
Va.; .las. Vlck's Sons. Rochester, N. Y.; Danl B. Ixinc.
Buffalo, N. Y.: C. A. Kuehn. St. IX)uls, Mo,; C. F.
Huntington At Co., Indianapolis. Ind,; Z. l)e Forest
Ely & Co.. Km MarketSt.. Philadelphia, Pa ; Portland
Seed Co.. 171 '-ind St., Portland, Oregon; A. Ilemnan,
415 E.lMth St., New York; tieo. A. Sutherland, 1.7 Brom-
tleld St., Boston; Welch Bros.. No. lA Beacon St., Bos-
ton; N. F. McCarthy & Co.. 1 Music Hall Place. BosUin.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont.. Agent for Canada.

H. BAYEKSDORFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

FHILADELFHIA, FA.

Our new Cataloeae is now out. free npoD
•ppUcatlon.

MflRSGHUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SUDDli6S,

23 & 25 N. 4th St, PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Send for Catalogue ^^^^a^

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE $2.00.

USE

W.C.KRIGK'S

Floiisis' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the
World's Fair.
[ And Highest Award
Wherever Exhibited.

These Letters and
Designs arc made of
the best Immortelles,
wired on wood or metal
frames, having holes
drilled In them to In-
sert toothpicks, by
which they are fast-
ened in the design,
(ilve them a trial. You
will tiiid these goods to
be superior to any In
the market.

'Much Letters. $2.50
k per I(K).

\ Postage. 15 cts. per 100.
For other styles of
Kmblems and Designs, send for catalogue

and Tree sample.

W.CKRICK, 1287 Broadway, Brooklyn, N.Y.

For sale by all Florists* Supply Dealers.
Mention American Florist

BE UP TO DATE,

And

get

the

BEST. This is

it.

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The Champion Ventilating Apparatus.

CHEAP. DURABLE. EFFICIENT.
vMrculiir tellH the whole stnry. 11 1b free.

AMERICAN ROAD MACHINE CO.,

KKNXETT SOVAKK, l'\.
When writing mention the American Florist.

GLASS.

Eetlmato. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

65 Warren St., and 46. 48 & 50 College Place,
VTe-nv Xoi-k. C^lty.

BROTHER

FLORIST I

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tilating sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticta or pots, with a chance or having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have pot just the thine yon need, the NETVKST
and 15KST thing out. /'The New Depart.ure' for

about half the cost of the old style.
Descriptive Catalogue to

jend for

J. D. GflRMODY, Evansviile, ind.

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THK

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer of
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price Iiist.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,

291 AMITY STREET.
FLUSHIirO, Qaeens, Co., N. T.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

•CYPRESS-

(jreenlionse Material,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

1178

The American Florist.

Mr i,

Toads in the Greenhouse.

I woald like to call attention of florists
to an old insect destroyer, which I have
been using successfully in a (to me) new
line of usefulness; namely, the common
toad. .\11 know it as a friend to the gar-
dener in the open ground, and I will give
my experience in brief with them in the
greenhouse.

A few years ago I was much troubled
with slugs and millipedes in some of my
greenhouses, and in spite of all remedies
could not dislodge them. I tried the ex-
periment of a few toads in each house,
and they soon cleared the pests out and
have kept them out. They not only work
all night, but on cloudy days; and under
dark benches, a portion of bright days.
In houses they hibernate only a few week?
in December and lanuarv and they will
have done their work so well previously
that the pests will not give trouble before
they are again awake and at work on
them. All they need is a small pile of loose
soil to burrow in, in a cool place under
the bench, and occasionally give one or
two of them a lift onto your benches
among large plants that they cannot
injure in hopping around. Their keen eye
and quick tongue will capture every
insect in sight and you will find them in-
valuable, especially in forcing houses and
pits, and vegetable houses.

Sussex, N. B. H. E. Goold.

A Large Abutilon.

Messrs. H. \V. &C. Pierce, Woonsocket,
R. I., have in one of their greenhouses a
white abutilon with a stem 6 inches in
diameter at the surface of the ground and
3 inches in diameter at a height of 5 feet
from the ground. The crown co%'ers 120
square feet of space. The plant is very
vigorous and produces immense quanti-
ties of flowers. Mr. Pierce has not kept
a record but estimates that they cut
about ;')0,000 blooms a year and this
seems to be a conserrative figure.

L. Schiller.

-Manz

£t^COMPANY--

wo* t OS 7. 1 ijMKlAM I ■••ri

163 MONktlC STRptT
■ CHICAGO

Standard Flower Pots.

10 per oonl. off for canh with orflcr. Hpodiil i\w

orjunt on larite orrUrm Wo c«rry a Inrifc

•t/iCk on tianrl of u'i'>*\ Rtnjtiu tntln

PRICE LIST OF STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

W-lnrh |»

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HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

. . 1 OkT liDWAKI). N. V.

Aamat ll/ilker A f«i

nil. I>. A \.>' W '.MUi

HI . Nuw V<irk

<itr

.Now Vork AitfnXM.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

66

ProolaPoflflino"

Gainksvillk TiiXAS, May 25, 1894.

'y.]I?REF^5 1 V^ o^der-from you

l\ LOCKLAND LUMBKR CO.,

G^«//<'w<7«.— Replying to yours of the 18th inst. The sash pur-
chased from you are satisfactory iu every respect The material used
iu raakiug your sash is first-class, clear Cypress, and put together
by experienced workmen. If we should need any more we should

Yours truly,

A. S. BASSETT & SON,

GUTTER MflTERmL, RIiDGES, SSSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CYPRESS used.

l-'or elrcuhirH and estiuiates AUDKK$.S

UOGKLflND LUM5ER GO.

Looklairici, O.

(6

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried ofl^ highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. V^S. 1^1 & 719 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. unci Union St.* Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to anuounce the dissolution ol the finn of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to iutroduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co.. which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and mast serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage iu the
belief that wc can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list ami samples and we know you will give \is an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE. N. Y

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Poltary, new Machinery, the very best Clay in the Country,

and ciiir niw PalonI Kilns, all cr)nitilne(l, make the boat Standard Pot
In tho marhel. Sorul lor itkc hst.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINOER. Manager. litlWt :Bi:'OOlc:f lelcl, A<lAfllfll.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists &iFuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Alio DfiliTt in OIL BUHNEHS. nnitAfjinIa tor

■naira Hydranllo 0Tst«iii of unlng oil for furl
\MX\Mmm. No oiiiit , nnd J^ to % chcnprr than coal,

609 Madiion Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.
fyMonrt f'.r circular. .

Mention Amurlcan KlohRt.

ECONOMICAL
Water
Heaters

i For GREENHOUSES.

Scri'l fur (■itliiliiwim to

JOHN DICK, Jr.,

■j,'j()M mil SI.,
Philadelphia, Pa.

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The American Florist.

1179

HOT-AIR

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn,
House,Gard6n, Stock
or any other purpose.

Send for Illustrated Catalogue

OF THE

de lamater-rider and PU IYI ping

DeLAMATER-ERICSSON ryp.y-

PUMPING ENGINE.
ENGINE.

Tticir operation is bo simple and
safethat actiild canrun them They
will pump water from shallow
streams or any k.nd of well. They
can be arranged for any kind of fuel.

Capacity 1.500 to 30.000 gallons
of water a day. according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue,
NEW YORK. N Y.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Boilers made of the heh-t of material, shell, firebox
BheetB and heads of steel, water space all arounci
{ front. Bides and back). Write for information.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GASSKR'S PATENT ZINC JOINTS for but-
tltiK Kiass makes gTeenhouseB air and water tight; also
prevents slkllnp and breakaee from frost. Does not
cost as much to heat a house glazed with the joints,
thereby savlnt; enougii In fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of glazlnjz- The leading florists of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and price list.

J. M, GASSER, Florist,

Kuolid Avenue, CLKVKLAND. <).

THE CHAMPION

nyiomaiic Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far tht
best machine In the market. Don't buv a Ventl
lator until you have seen my illustrated deecrlptlvt
circular, which will be sent you free, plving prices, etc
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sifter.

Address. «. A. "WOIL^K*,

Hox 114. SPRINOFIELD. (>.

Do not be deceived by Inferior Glazier
Points, but use only ....

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

Mantifiiotiired by tlie

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
B£LL.£VIL,LE. N. J.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, GHIGAGO.

WKTT15 FOR IttUSTRATED CIKCULAR.

Gurney

Hot Water Heaters
# Steam Boilers.

Gurney Double Crown Hot Water Heater.

Mention Amencau Floinst,

UNEXCELLED FOR GREENHOUSE REQUIREMENTS.

Send for Greenhouse Catalogne.

GURNEY HEATER MAN'FG GO.

163 Franklin Street (Cor. Congress),

BOSTON. MASS.

Oft 1 ivr- \ Johnson & Co.. 71 John St.. New York and vicinity.
AT-V'^J^fi-c < J. C. F. TBACnSEL. 246 Arch St.. I'hila. and vicinity.
Aiit.Miis f ^ j^ griffixg IBOX Co.. 34 Dearborn St.. Chicago
and Western States.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, GHIGAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

•^JVTlte for leitosit jarloes.'^.-^--^'^-*

Fat 1882, 85. '86. FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDa^
"", '90. '91 OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a hose

can be applied.

Sizes, Yi-inoh to 42 inches diameter.

The making, vending or use of any Serviceable

Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-

ture is an infringement on one or more of our

Patents. The rights secured to us render each individual dealeror user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO4
Sole MI'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Gnb Armortd Hose Patents, 49 Warren Street, New Yo'i'
.1. C. VAUGhAn. Agent, CHICAGO.

SfmNQ STEEL GALVANIZEO?

EVANS' IMPROVED

Challenge

Ventilating

Apparatus

Wrltefor Illustrated Oatalonne.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS.

Ricliiimnil. Inil.

HAIL

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW,
JOHN G. ESLER, Sec'y, F. H. A.. Saddle River, N. J.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of grutter up.

Corrcspoudence solicited. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.
X3. :^. x«.o:^Eixi'x-s,

159 & 161 South Fifth Ave., New York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Rose Hoosefi. ConserTatorleSi etc., etc.

1180

The American Florist.

J^^h 5,

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. rates, etc UiS

American Boiler Co.. USO
American Koad Ma-

chlneCo 11~

Anthony J T 117J

Bailer FA 1174

Barnard \V W i Co... 1170
Bayersdorfer 11 & Co. 1177

BeckerAQK 1174

BergerH U 4 Co 1171

Blanc A iir;

Bonsall.IusE lliSi

Bos .Tohn Barth 1171

Boston lyetter Co 1177

Brand 4 Wlchers 117<

BuntInK Sani'l J 1174

Burkl Fred 1173

Bums 4 Raynor 1160

Burrow J G 1174

Carman UW 1177

CannodT J D 1177

Celery I'lantCo 1174

Chandlee A Mncauleyll7t;
CliKO Folding Bo.xCollUi
Corbrty 4 .McKellar...llfis
Cottane Gardens The.l 174
Cox Seed 4 Plant Co. 1171

Crabb4 Hunter 1178

Cropp Carl 117B

Deamud J B 4 Co 11C9

De Ijimater Iron Wluil17'J

Dick Jobn Jr 117,1

nillonJ L. 117:i

l)omer Fred4Son....ll74

DreerU A 117?

Elliott W H 11(«

Klllson Wm 1168

Kssex Heights HI CollT".!

Fancoun Geo E 1173

Faast4 Bro 1174

Fetbclm Lyman 1179

Heber Peter4 Co 1174

Gauer J M 1179

Gonialei F4Co 1176

Grossman CM 1174

Gnniey Heater Co... 1179

Hall Aas'n 1179

Hancock 4 Son 1174

Hartford HE 1168

Helnl Joseph 1173

Herr AlbenM 11?^

Hermann's Seed Store

1170 1172

Hews A H4Co 1178

llllflnger Bros 1178

HII1EG4CO 1176

HIppard E 1177

llltchlngs 4 Co 1190

Hooker U M Co ll?.i

Horan EdwC Ili»

llulsetKiscli Bros 1171

Hunt EH mil

Hunt MA Estate WTI,

Hnnler Frank 1> I li:i

James UH IIIU

Jennings E B 1170

JtmslenC H 1171

Knufniann Ernst 4 C01I76

Kennloitt Bros Co Dili

Koch I.udwig 1174

KnopnOscar4 Co... 1171

Krick WC 1177

Kroeachell BrosCo....ll?J

Kuehn CA lliM

L<uckland Lumber Co. 1178

..1174
.lli;s
.1170

lAjng Danl B IliS

Lonsdale Edwin 1 174

Lord 4 Bumham C0..IISO
McCarthy N K 4 Co. . 1160

McCrea 4 Cole \\7.\

McFarland J H lllis

McFarlandJ U Co. ..1174

Mac Bean A S Iir.i

Manda W A 1175

ManzJ4Co 1178

Marschuet2 4 Co 1177

May JnoN 1173 1174

Michel Pit 4 Bulb C0II76

Mlllang Bros lllJ.l

MlllerFH 111:7

Monlnger Jno C llso

Moore Frank L 1172

Natloniil Plant Co n7:>

Nlles Centrf Floral ColKS

Oasis Nursery Co 1174

ParkiTGevL 117:i

Pamienter Slfg Co.. ..1178

Pennock C J

Pennock Sam'l S...

Plerson F" K Co . .

Pittsburg ClHyMfgColl7.S
OuakerCltv Mc hW'ksll?.!

Ran.lull A I. llUll

Uee<l G lass Co 1 177

Reed 4 Keller 1177

Reeser Chas A 1167

Kelnberg Bros 1169

Roberts 1)11 117'.l

Roehrs Theo UlI)

Boemer Fred 1I7U

RolkerA4 Sons 1170

llolker Herman 1177

RuppJ F 1170

RussellSJ 1174

Sander 4 Co 1176

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ScgersBros 1171

Sheridan W F llrai

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Situations, wants, etc.1167

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JULY 12, 1894.

No. 319

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Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

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CONTENTS

The spring plant trade 1181

House of Am. Beauty roses (illus.) 1183

Arrangement of flowers (2 illus.) 1184

Packing plants for shipment, ll 1184

Anthuriuiu Scherzerianum 1185

Carnations— Notes . . 1186

Grouping in a botanical earden (illus.) . . . . 118t»

Washington 1186

Cleveland 1187

New York 1188

Philadelphia 1188

Hotels at Atlantic City, N. J 1188

St. Louis 1168

Are they flrst-class plants? (illus.) 1189

Chicago 1189

The orchid in caricature (illus.) 1190

Cincinnati . 1190

Views on an Irish daffodil farm (illus.) .... 1191

St. Paul, Minn. ... 1191

Obituary— Robert Johnston 1191

Toronto 1192

Boston 1192

Foreign notes . , 1192

The seed trade 1194

News notes 1196, 1198

Toads in the greenhouse . 1200

Chicago to Atlantic City . 1200

Influence of colored light on plants 1202

A new use for egg shells 1202

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The Spring Plant Trade.

REPORTS FROM ALL SECTIONS.

Following we give reports on the plant
trade secured from various sections of the
country:

Wheeling, W. Va.— Spring plant trade
was about 25% less than last year.
Average price of 4-inch geraniums was
about 90 cents a dozen. Collections are
very difficult indeed.

Colorado Springs, Col. — Spring plant
trade was %> that of last year. The
average retail price of 4-inch geraniums
was $3 a dozen. There was a decided de-
crease in the call for bedding plants.

Portland, Me.— Spring plant trade
was Vs less than last year. Geraniums in
4-inch pots retailed at an average of $1 a
dozen. Collections are a little harder
than usual. We had plenty of surplus
stock left on hand.

RocKFORD, III. — Spring plant trade
was somewhat less than last year. The
average price for geraniums in 4-inch pots
was $1.75 a dozen. Collections difficult.
On the whole spring trade was decidedly
less satisfactory than last year.

Dayton, O. — Spring plant trade was
about 20% better than last year. The
average price of 4-inch geraniums was $1
to $1.25 a dozen. Taking everything into
consideration spring plant trade was
more satisfactory than last year.

Saratoga, N. Y.— Spring plant trade
was about the same as last year, possibly
a little less if any difference. Geraniums
in 4 inch pots retailed at $1.50 a dozen.
An increased calV for French cannas for
bedding. Collections are difficult.

Toledo, C— Spring plant trade about
25% smaller than last year. Average
retail price for 4-incli geraniums $1 to
$1.25 per dozen. Collections very much
more difficult. Spring trade not as satis-
factory as last year by considerable.

Rochester, N. Y. — Spring plant sales
about ^3 less than last vear. The retail
price of 4-inch geraniums was $1 a dozen.
Collections difficult. Of course after not-
ing above you will see that our spring
trade was not assatisfactory aslastyear.

Lawrence, Kan. — Spring plant trade
was about the same as last year. Aver-
age price of 4-inch geraniums was $1.50
per dozen. Collections are no more diffi-
cult than last year. Taking everything
into consideration trade was quite as
satisfactory.

Minneapolis, Minn. — Spring piant
trade was about 15% less than last year.
Average price of 4-inch geraniums at retail
was $1.50 per dozen. Collections are no
more difficult than last year, butlast year
was bad enough, so thatthereis notmuch
to brag about.

Detroit, Mich. — Spring plant sales
were a little less than last year. Good

4-inch geraniums retailed at $1 to $1.25
a dozen. We noted an increase in the call
for the new cannas. Owingchiefly to the
cold season spring plant trade was not
as satisfactory as last year.

YouNGSTowN, 0.— Spring plant trade
showed a decrease of about 50% from last
year. The average price of 4-inch geran-
iums was $1 a dozen. Collections are
very difficult. Taking everything into
consideration the spring trade was not
nearly so satisfactorj' as last year.

Ottawa, Can.— Spring plant trade was
about 25% less than last year. Average
retail price of 4-inch geraniums $1 a dozen.
Collections much more difficult than last
year. Taking everything into considera-
tion trade was not assatisfactory. Many
of the best places have the beds sodded
over.

Akron, 0. — Sales about the same as
last season. Retail price for 4-inch ger-
aniums $1 a dozen. The principal demand
was for geraniums for bedding out, and
there was a decrease in the call for house
plants, such as begonias, azaleas, etc.
Collections somewhat more difficult than
last season.

Adrian, Mich.— Spring trade was about
40% less than last year, with a special
decrease in the call for verbenas and
coleus. The average price of 4-inch ger-
aniums was $1 a dozen. Collections are
more difficult. In view of the above of
course spring trade was not as satisfac-
tory as last year.

Columbus, O. — Spring plant sales were
5 to 10% less than last year. Average
price of 4-inch geraniums was$l a dozen.
A decrease in the call for verbenas. Col-
lections are no more difficult than last
year. Taking everything into considera-
tion the spring plant trade was not quite
as satisfactory as before.

New Haven, Ct.— Spring plant trade
was about the same aslastyear. Average
retail price of 4-inch geraniums was $1.50
a dozen. There was more call for geran-
iums and vase plants and less call for
chrysanthemums. Taking everything
into consideration spring plant trade was
about as satisfactorj as last year.

Muscatine, Ia.— Spring sales were
about 20% greater than last year. Aver-
age price of 4-inch geraniums was $1.75
to $2 1 dozen. There was a small increase
in the call for all kinds of bedding plants.
Collections are very poor. Takingevery-
thing into consideration the spring plant
trade was little better than last year.

Louisville, Ki'.— Total sales about
20% less than last year, .\verage price
at retail of geraniums in SVb-inch pots was
$1 a dozen. The main call was for smaller
and cheaper plants than heretofore. Col-
lections have been very difficult. Unfav-
orable weather had a great influence on
our trade in addition to the poor times.

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New London, Ct.— Spring plant trade
■was about the same as last year. Geran-
iums in 4-inch pots retailed at $1.25 a
dozen. There were fewer coleus Bold; an
increased demand for palms. Collections
are more difficult than last year. On the
whole trade was rather more satisfactory.
There were more buyers of small lots for
cash.

Cincinnati, O.— Spring plant trade was
about lore larger than last year. Aver-
age price of 4-inch geraniums $1 to $1.25
a dozen. No especial increase in demand.
Geraniums had the lead. Collections are
decidedly more difficult. Taking every-
thing into consideration the spring trade
was not quite as satisfactory as that of
last year.

Cleveland, O.— Spring plant trade
was one-fourth less than last year. G'>od
4-inch geraniums retailed at 75 cents to
$1 a dozen. There was not as much call
for foliage plants. Collections are slower.
Taking everything into consideration
trade was not as satisfactory as last
year, as less stock was sold and prices
were lower.

Grand Rapids, Mich.— Spring plant
trade was about 407c less than last year.
.\verage retail price of 4-inch geraniums
was 75 cents a dozen and some very good
plants were sold at 50 cents a dozen.
The best call was for geraniums, there
being a decrease in the call for other
plants. Collections are about the same
as last year.

Terre Haute, Ind.— Spring trade was
about the same as last year with an in-
creased call for blooming plants, particu-
larly geraniums. Collections were a little
slower than usual. The average price
per dozen (or geraniums in 4-inch pots
was $1.50. Taking everything into con-
sideration spring trade was as satisfac-
tory as last year.

Providence, R. I.— Total sales of plants
this spring were about equal to last year.
Average retail price of well grown geran-
iums in 4-inch pots was $1.25 per dozen.
There was a decrease in the call for ver-
benas. Have found it no morcdifficultto
collect this year than last. Taking erery-
thing into consideration springtrade was
quite as satisfactory as last year.

St. Joseph, Mo.— Spring plant trade
was about the same as last year as near
as we can get at it. There was a better
call for fuchsia* and begoniaf and a
lighter demand for ever-blooming roses.
Collections were slow last year, and arc
about the same this season. Taking
everything into consideration the spring
trade was as satisfactory as last year.

KiciiuoM), Va.— Spring plant trade was
about the same as last year. I'inc 4-inch
geraniums retailed at $2 a dozen, and
citra fine ones at $.'J a dozen. There was
an increased call for hydrangeas and pot
roMT*. liTtragoodpldntBof .inything sold
well. Collections much slower than lust
vcnr. Taking everything into considera-
tion wc are well satisfied with the trade.

I>KS M()1.m:s, Ia— Spring plant trade
was about :WA. larger than last year.
Average retail price of 4-inih geraniums
$l..'iOto $^ (K-r dozen, nn increased call
for geraniums, decreased call for sweet
alyMum, mignonette. -indsmoll stuff. Col-
lections wtrc rather liettcr than last year.
Taking everything into considerotion
spring trade was quiU ai satisfactory as
last year.

\\vvvM.». N. Y.— Spring plant trade was
about the same as last year. Kef ail price
of 4-inch geraniums was $1.50 a dozen.

We noted an increased call for cannas,
caladiums and geraniums. Less call for
carpet-bedding plants. It is almost too
early to speak definitely atout collections.
Taking everything into consideration the
spring trade was as satisfactory as last
year. There are only a few grumbling.

Kansas City, Mo.— Spring plant trade
about the same as last year. The average
retail price of geraniums in 3ii-inch pots
was $1.50 per dozen; in Siuch pots $1 a
dozen. There was an increase in the call
for geraniums and roses, also tuberous
begonias and hydrangeas. Collections
are more difficultthisyear. Taking every-
thing into consideration spring plant
trade wasjust aboutasgood aslastyear.

Utica. N. Y.— Spring plant trade was
about 1-5 larger than last year. Retail
price for 4-inch geraniums was $1 a dozen
for ordinary, and for extra fine $1.50 a
dozen. We noted an increased call for
hydrangeas, palms and ornamental
foliage plants. Collections were more
difficult than last year. Taking every-
thing into consideration springtrade was
about as satisfactory as the previous
year.

Newark, N. J.— Spring plant trade was
not quite equal to last year, but was not
very much less. The average price per
dozen of 4-inch geraniums was $1 . There
was a decrease in the call for coleus and
an increased call for monthly roses. Col-
lections were about the same as last year.
Taking everything into consideration
spring plant trade was not quite as satis-
factory as before.

Aldanv. N. Y.— Spring plant trade was
about 109o larger than last year. Aver-
age price of 4inch geraniums was $1 to
$1.50 a dozen. There was an increased
call for pansies, roses, hydrangeas and
petunias. Collections do not seem to be
any more difficult than last year. Taking
everything into consideration spring
trade was quite as satisfactory as last
year with the exception of prices being a
little lower.

Memphis, Tenn. -Spring plant trade was
about 1, :i larger than of last year. Plants
sold well. Good 4-inch geraniums retailed
at $1.25 to $1.50 a dozen, 3 inch pots at
75 cents to $1. Alternantheras neversold
so well; people use them largely now. It
is very hi r 1 to collect, much harder than
last year. Takingeverthingintoconsider-
ation spring trade was as satisfactory as
last year though more plants were sold
at cheaper prices.

Burlington, Vt.— Spring plant trade
was about 157o larger than last year.
First-class 4 inch geraniums were sold at
$1.25 a dozen, though the larger number
retailed at $1 a dozen. The main increase
was in the call for bedding plants, such
as geraniums, coleus, cannas, etc. Col-
lections arc somewliHt more difficult than
last year. Taking everything into con-
sideration plant trnile this year wasmore
satisfactory than last.

LiTTi.B Rock, Ark.— Spring plant
trade was about the same as last year.
Geraniums in 4. inch pots retailed at $1 n
dozen. There were more calls for gera-
niums and coleus and less for roses. Col-
lections are no more difficult than lust
year and t.iking everything intoconsider
ation spring trade was (juite as satislac-
tory as the previous season. Cut flower
trade during the oast year has been nt
Icost 25'/< better tlian l>efore.

D.wi'.NPoHT, Ia.— Spring plant trade
showed n slight increase of about lO'/n.
The avcroge price of 4-Inch geraniums

was $2.50 a dozen, that for 3-inch plants
$1 a dozen. There was no increase for
any special plant, but there was a larger
call lor window box and vase plant?.
Collections were fairly good and certainly
no worse than last year. Taking every-
thing into consideration spring plant
trade was quite satisfactory.

Milwaukee, Wis.— Spring plant trade
was about 10% smaller than last year.
The average retail price for 4-inch geran-
iums was $10 a hundred. There was a
trifle less call for coleus and more for
shrubs and hardy perennials. In regard
to collections it seems easiertoget in new
made accounts but the old ones were very
slow. Taking everything into considera-
tion the spring plant trade was a trifle
more satisfactory though not quite so
large as last year.

Parkersburg, W. Va.— Spring plant
trade was about the same as last year.
There was some increase in foliage plant
bedding but a falling ofi" in sales of ver-
benas and the like. Very few geraniums
were sold in 4-inch pots; the bulk were in
3-ineh pots and retailed at $1 a dozen
with pots reserved. There was an increase
in the call for decorative plants, palms
especially. We have not found collections
more difficult, in fact they were better
and we were not taking any risks. Con-
sidering the hard times we are very well
satisfied with our spring plant trade.

Springfield, III.— In volume spring
plant trade was about the same as last
year, but in total value of sales it was
about 10% less. Some florists report
sales of 15 to 20% less, but this is offset
by the new florists, which brings it up to
the percentage above stated. First-class
4-inch geraniums retailed at $1.50 per
dozen but some were sold at $1.25.
There was a decided demand for scarlet
geraniums and good dwarf cannas. Col-
lections are slow but not desperate, may
be called fair. Taking everything into
consideration the trade was not as satis-
factory as last year. One party reports
having thrown away o\er 4000 coleus
and a lot of other small stock.

Denver, Col.— Spring plant sales were
about ' ;i less than last year. The average
retail price per dozen for 4-inch geraniums
was about$1.50. Itshould beexplained,
however, that the larger firms charged
from $2 to $2 50 a dozen, but good plants
could be bought for an average of 5 cents
each from peddlers, thus bringing the
average to about $1.50. Accounts have
been decidedly more difficult to collect.
Taking everything into consideration
spring trade was not as satisfactory as
last year. Of course the hard times have
so affected the trade that this season's
business can hardly be taken as a crite-
rion for anyihing. The demand for well
grown stock at a slight advance in price
over ordinary stock has been marked.

Peoria, III.— Spring i)lant trade was
about lO'/f larger than last year. Avei-
age price for 4 inch geraniums was $1 .50
n dozen. An increase in thecall for coleus.
Collection of accounts was at least lO'/i
better than last year. Taking everything
into consideration spring trade was more
satisfiiclory. Plant trade generally has
been on the boom here. Our city has
spent a few dollars for |:lants, making the
parks and lawns look much more beau-
tiful, liven the florists have flowers
planted out in ornamental design and
have cleaned up a little, thus stimulating
more interest in flowers. Florists, above
all, should keep their places clean and do
plenty of ornamental work with plants,
and push to the front with every new
idea.

i894-

The American Florist.

1183

HOUSE OP AMERICAN BEAUTY ROPES FOR SUMMER CUTTING

House of American Beauty Roses.

We present herewith an engraving
from a photograph of a house of American
Beauty roses grown by Mr. Wm. Scott,
of Buffalo, N. Y. Regarding the house
Mr. Scott writes:

"The bench is 88 feet long and 7 feet 6
inches broad, and there are just 466
plants on it. The house is an equal span
running north and south, all the better
for summer use. About the first of last
July I planted this bench with a fine lot of
healthy young Beauties. They grew as
finely as it was possible for this fine
variety to grow and paid well during
September, October, November and De-
cember. At New Year's I was picking
but a dozen or so a day, and as I had
1,500 longiflorum lilies that wanted a
light house and high temperature I lifted
the roses, cut them down and potted in
6-inch pots. After a cool month or two
the roses were brought along and most
of them sold well during April and May.
As soon as the roses were lifted I leveled
off the bed, beating it down even and
solid, then stood the lilies on the soil, but
was careful to put a piece of tarred paper
under each pot. This was to keep the
worms from the lilies and prevent the
soil from getting too wet, and the young
man who watered the house was told to
let as little water as possible reach the
soil. The lilies all went at Easter, then

the soil was roughly dug up, allowed to
dry out, a little bone meal was thrown
over the soil and well worked in and on
April 2 the bench was planted with
healthy, young plants from 3-inch pots.
They were propagated from the tops of
the old plants. When lifted in January
some knowing friends laughed when I
said I would pick good roses by June 1.

"Here is the record, just as the 'log'
was kept: 'Began cutting a few Beauties
from No. 3 house on May 28, and cut up
to J une 9 about 30 in all. On June 10th
10, the 11th 6, the 12th, 9, 13th 8, 14th
9, 15ih 30, 16th 54, 17th 114, 18th 130,
19th ^this evening) 146.' I don't expect
to keep up this high water mark for
many days, but there is every, appearance
of cutting from 50 to 75 adayformonths
to come. They were planted solely for a
summer and fall crop and in November,
unless they are paying wonderfully well,
will be lifted and the house used for lilies.

"A well known Beauty grower of Chest-
nut Hill remarked to me last fall that
any fool could grow 'Am. Beauty in the
fall.' That is perfectly true, yet I believe
to grow them lor a purely summer crop
is not very common. In some cities it
may not pay, but in our cool town where
people live in the summer time there is
alway a demand or sale for good flowers.
There has not been an imperfect flower
cut. The stems have not been long, but
not one less than a foot, the average being

from 15 to 18 iLcheslong, and of the finest
color. I am not pretending there is any-
thing new about it, or clever either, but
as I did not read about it or a kind friend
tell me how to do it I feel pleased.

"I may be pardoned for alluding to the
wilted cabbage rose on the right. It is
altogether too conspicuous, but that is
entirely the photographer's fault. The
picture was taken at 5:45 a. m. June 17,
and within 10 minutes the first cut of the
morning was made, which was 87."

Wm. Scott.

The Russian Government proposes to
hold an International Exposition of Fruit
Culture and Products at St. Petersburg,
beginning September 22d, and closing
November 12th, 1894, with the object of
showing the present condition in Russia
and other countries of the cultivation of
fruits and vegetables, of viniculture, the
cultivation ot medicinal plants, horticul-
ture, and of the manufacture oftheir pro-
ducts. A Congress of Pomologists will
be convened simultaneously with the ex-
hibition. Those who may be desirous of
taking part in the International Exhibi-
tion or in the proceedings of the Congress
arerequested to make timely application
for further information to the offices of
the International Exhibition of Fruit
Culture 1894, at St. Petersburg, Imperial
Agricultural Museum, Fontanka, 10.

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Arrangement of Flowers.

VIII.
CUT FLOWERS IN BOXES.

WTiat a difference in the mode of send-
ing out cut flowers to-day as compared
to the manner prevailing some 10 or 15
years ago! And in certain localities we
need go back but a few years to the time
when tissue paper, or even newspaper,
wrapped around the flowers was consid-
ered good enough for the purpose. If pa-
per boxes were used these were collected
from dry goods houses, and consisted of
all manner of shapes and all imaginable
colors, such as collar boxes, boxes for
neckwear, underwear, millinery, etc.

The cut flower box of to-day is of quite
recent date. Formany years after second-
hand boxes were discarded the boxes
mostly in use were those carried in stock
by box makers, such as were made for
the candy trade in various sizes. For
larger sizes millinerj- and packing boxes
were pressed into service. These boxes,
however, were in a general way ill suited
to the purpose. The 5-pound candy box
is still in use in many places, a useful box
in many ways, but as a receptacle for
roses it necessitates the doubling up of
the stems, which, besides being liable to
break, can not fail to give the flowers a
cramped appearance, which should by all
means be avoided.

The great advantages gained by using
a flower box of proper shape and dimen-
sion are not as fully understood by many
of the retail dealers as should be. The
cost of boxes in a retail establishment is
a considerable item, but the increased
cost of the right kind of box over a poor
one is but small and it should never be
considered. It will pay you in the end to
put your merchandise before the public in
the most attractive form. Just as sure
as you send out a lot of flowers in a soiled
and broken down box the recipient will
set you down as a slovenly, third-rate
concern, and you will find it a rather poor
way of advertising. On the other hand
put the flowers in a neat and attractive
shape, even if it costs 5 or 10 cents extra,
and the chances are that you will gain
twice the amount on every package sent
out by an increased business.

There is no excuse to be without a neat
box nowadays, even if you are located a
long distance from factories who make
the manufacture of these boxes a spe-
cialty. The folding box, which is now
made in most of our large cities, can be
shipped in packages of small bulk so as
to make freight charges quite reasonable.
The same reason, that of^ taking up little
room, also recommends this style of box
to dealers in the city, where the quarters
arc limited as to space. Still a regularly
made upbox has some advantages which
the former docs not possess, but after all
these arc of minor importance.

The cardinal points arc utility and ap-
pearance. As to color, soft and neutral
tinta are preferable tohi^h colors. Cream
or light buff lints arc usually adopted by
the manufacturer of folding boxes and
answer the purpose very well, but many
dealers prefer to have their stock made
according to their fancy.

As far as dimcniions arc concerned we
have some '!'> or .'JO different sizes, whii h,
however, ran \k cut down to n much Iihb
number and yet give a pretty fair assort-
meat. I/Ct us iny:

FOH r.BNKMAI. HTOCK. AM. nKAt'TV IIOXI'.H.

10x4x.'i. 24x7x4.

14x5x3. 30x8x4V<i.

ir,x8x3V2. 36x11x5,

21x0x4. VIOLKT IIOX.
24x10x4. Gx3x3.

K^Sr:;^,',?*..,

BOX LINED WITH TISSUE PAPER AS RECOMMENDED
ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS.

Now that we have the right kind of
box let us proceed to place the flowers
into it in such a way as to display every
bud and flower to the best advantage.
Let us avoid the practice of packing the
flowers in layers like sardines. Select the
size of box suitable to hold the desired
amount of material without unduecrowd-
ing, and be most particular as regards
length, then line your box with tissue pa-
per in the manner shown in our first illus-
tration. For common use the ordinary
grade of so called brown tissue is gener-
ally used, but the white is in our opinion
preferable, as it gives a neater appearance
to the box. Waterproof oil paper is also
used, but unless the flowers are sent long
distances (and then wooden boxes should
be used) the ordinary tissue answers our
purpose best. Tinted tissues can not be
recommended, as color conflict with the
flowers is generally unavoidable. For
putting up boxes of violets we are war-
ranted in using a proper shade of purple
or blue paper. Also white flowers for
funerals, where the box can appropriately
be lined with royal purple tissue.

In putting up a box of cut flowers we
must be as careful in regard to color
effect as in putting u|) a bouquet or de-
sign. Though the flowers are to be re-
moved to be used for various purposes
soon after delivery and arranged accord-
ing to the recipient's taste, still our aim
should be to produce the best possible
effect upon opening the box.

No spiii.'il rule for such anangemcnt
can be laid down, as in the majority of
cases the flowers are selected by the pur-
chaser. If a box of mixed flowers for a
certain amount be ordered we may exer-
cise our best taste in the arrangement.

In our second illustration will be seen a
box of such ordinary summer flowers as
arc in season now, such as roses of vari-
ous kinds, carnations, sweet peas, a bunch
of corn flowers, aquilegia, etc., with <jf
course a few fronds of adiantutn. The
latter are indi8|>ensal>le in box arrange-
ments of all kinds, but we should be care-
ful not to lay them onto the flowers in a
solid layer so as to entirely bide the flow-
ers underneath. Smilax and the coarser
kinds of green and ferns should be placed
in the box first, which serves the purpose
of raising the flowers up, which is espe-

cially needed at the end of the box where
we place the first flowers, which should
always be raised somewhat highet-ihan
the other end if a level layer is desired,
for the reason that the stems and foliage
of the material as we proceed to place
will naturally raise the level towards the
lower end of the box.

\J Packing Plants for Shipment.
II.

The packing of plants for shipment dur-
ing cold weather involves a much greater
expenditure both in labor and packing
material than is required for summer
shipments, and with all possible care
taken in the matter there is still much risk
of injury. In fact no tender plants should
be shipped by freight after Nov. 1, the risk
of freezing being too great, for while the
transportation agents may to a certain
extent be responsible for losses of this
character, we all know how difficult it is
to collect damages from luch agents. It
therefore becomes necessary to ship only
by express at such times, and even then to
use much discretion in the matter.

The first point to be noted in winter
packing is to have the foliage on the plants
quite dry before wrapping them up, and
then to begin the tymg up in the same
manner as has been recommended for
warm weather, but after having drawn
up the foliage and given it the preliminary
tying, a further covering of four to eight
or ten thicknesses of paper should be
given to the whole of the plant, either
newspapers or straw paper, 20x30inche8
in size being convenient for this purpose.
It is best to begin at the top of the plant
in the case of a tall palm, and then to lap
each succeeding length of papers enough
to make a complete covering, each paper
being tied securely in place. And in order
to woik to the best advantage the pack-
ers should work in coujjIcs, one to keep
the wrappings in |)lace while the other
docs the tying. After the entire growth
of the plant issecurcly covered right down
to the surface of the soil, it should be
turned out of the pot, any superfluous
soil removed from the ball and then the
latter thoroughly wrapped in several
thicknesses of paper.

Smidl plants ranging in size uj) to -l-incli

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BOX FILLED WITH FLOWERS.
ARRANGEMENT OP FLOWERS.

pots can frequently be rolled up in several
layers of paper, without going to the
trouble of first tying up the foliage, and
instead of wrapping the roots in a separ-
ate paper it will be found quicker and not
very expensive to slip them into a paper
flower pot, this contrivance being quite
convenient for the purpose.

The box should then be prepared for the
reception of the plants by a thorough lin-
ing of at least two thicknesses of felt paper
such as is used for lining buildings, this
being tacked to the interior of the box in
such a manner as to completely cover all
cracks. Then give a second lining con-
sisting of a good layer of excelsior, this
being carried up the sides and ends of the
box as the successive layers of plants are
cleated into place, and finally leaving
space enough on top of the last layer of
plants to cover the whole with a good
thick layer of excelsior and a covering of
the felt paper before nailing down the
wooden cover.

Of course it is understood that no holes
for ventilation are requiredattbisseason,
and all boxes should be made as nearly
airtight as possible. Forsraallfernsfrom
2 or 3-inch pots, and in fact any small
stock another method may be adopted,
namely, to line the box with the felt as
described above, and also give a good
layer of excelsior in the bottom, then roll

the plants in several thicknesses of paper,
and pack them upright closely together in
the box, and finally fill in the sides of the
box and all spaces among the plants with
chopped hay, the latter having been run
through a feed cutter that will cut it into
about one-inch lengths. The chopped hay
should be worked down among the plants
so that all interstices are filled up, and the
box filled a little above the edges, so that
the cover will press down the packing
quite firmly and prevent any movement
of the plants. By this method I have
shipped small ferns quite long distances
during severe weather, and always had
them arrive in first-class condition.

Plants in flower naturally require verv
careful packing in cold weather, and for
these some cotton batting should be in-
cluded in the packing outfit, but itshould
always be remembered that the cotton
should never be placed in contact with
the flowers if they are destined for a long
journey, else the flowers will turn out
flabby when unpacked, on account of the
cotton having absorbed the moisture from
the petals. To avoid this the flowers
should first be wrapped in some soft tissue
paper, then covered with the cotton, and
finally receive anotherwrappingof paper.
With such plants, however, it is not ad-
visable to fill in the whole interior of the
box with excelsior, for fear of crushing

the flowers, it being safer to give the
plants some extra wrappings and to tack
in an extra lining in the box.

Rooted cuttings form quite an import-
ant item in the shipping trade of some
concerns during a few years past, and
these can be packed in various ways, ac-
cording to the weather and length of
travel to which they are exposed, but for
winter shipping I think it is safest to tie
them up in bundles of 25 or 50, then cover
the roots with a little damp moss, and
again cover the latter with a layer of ex-
celsior, the whole bundle can then be
wrapped in several layers of paper and
cleated firmly in the end of a well-lined
box, this enabling one to pack quite a
considerable number in a soap box.

In packing plants of any kind for a long
journey, it is much the best policy to use
an abundance of nails, for a box that is
insecurely nailed is very likely to be a
source of much tribulation both to the
shipper and the consignee, all expressmen
apparently having the faculty of finding
out the weak places in such packages. A
stencil or two, with which to print "Per-
ishable Plants," or some similar legend
on every case before it goes out, is also a
good investment, and may save some
trouble in the adjustment of a claim
against an express company.

W. H. Taplin.

Anthurium Scherzerianum.

When grown in awarmstovethis plant
comes into bloom in spring, and makes
its growth, which follows the decay of
the principal crop of flowers, correspond-
ingly early. The time that this anthurium
makes its growth and flowers is a good
deal influenced by the temperature in
which the plants are grown. Yet when
grown in a high temperature the results
are not so satisfactory as when it is sub-
jected to an intermediate house all the
year around. I have grown this anthu-
rium in the hottest house that a plant
could grow, and also that of an interme-
diate house kept at about 50° at night
during the winter months, with propor-
tionally cool quarters in summer, yet
when the plant is grown in a high tem-
perature the results are not so satisfac-
tory as when subjected to an intermediate
house all the year around. Under this
treatment the plants make much larger
and stouter leaves and correspondingly
larger spathe than if kept warmer. Under
cool treatment they fully develop when
the spring is well advanced, and last
fresh until the end of summer. Most of
the growth will be made at the last three
or four months of the year.

The best time to repot is just as they
commence to grow. As these plants
require a large amount of water i( follows
that the soil in which thej- are grown, how-
ever enduring its nature may be, soon be-
comes a wet soddened mass, in which the
roots cannot remain healthy. To avoid
this it is better to pot every year. Where
the plant is grown under cool treatment
in the way described che potting should
be carried out about the latter part of
August. All the old material should be
shaken from the roots; if any soft pasty
matter adheres to them it should be washed
away. The best compost in which to
grow this anthurium is about half fibrous
peat, with the greatest part of the earthy
matter shaken out, and an equal part
sphagnum moss, which should be chopped,
but not too fine; to this should be added
broken charcoal, crocks and sand. In this
the plants will make more roots than in
heavier soil. As the plant is a shallow
rooter plenty drainage is needed. Syringe

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overhead daily to keep insects in check.
A light position should be given, with the
plants as near the glass as practicable.
Water should be given as soon as the
plants are potted, keeping the soil quite
wet from the time growth commences
until finished, when less is required, but
the roots must never become dry. When
well managed it is a most desirable plant
and is extremely effective in or out of
bloom, and with fair treatment it will
continue to thrive for a long time.

A. J. E.

Carnation Notes.

Last winter I said something about a
tired back from disbudding a house of
carnations planted on solid beds; to-day
my back is almost broken in two from
going over some thirty odd thousand
plants in the field and topping them. I
have this consolation, and it is worth a
tired back, that I know the condition of
every plant in the field and that the top-
ping is done just as I want itdone. There
is nothing succeeds like success, and there
is noth'ing so conducive to success as to
attend to all the important details of car-
nation culture yourself, or at least as far
as practicable. A prominent and very
successful grower once told me that he
did not think it policy for a grower to do
any of the manual labor about his green-
houses, yet this same grower when he
wants something done especially well and
carefully will roll up his sleeves like any
other ordinary mortal and wade into
work.

Carnations are now supposed to be
making themrelves in the field, but they
will need a little assistance on the part of
the grower to do it properly. It is folly
to think that plantschokedup with weeds
and allowed to go without topping will
turn out all right in the fall. This style
of carnation growing is getting less every
year, but one occasionally sees such
patches now, and the quicker we get rid
of them entirely the better for carnation
culture. . J 11

Keep the soil well mellowed and all
weeds out of the patch and there is little
danger of vour plants being injured by a
dry spell of weather, such as we often get
through July and August. If the plants
are a little backward watch your chance.
and just before a rain give them some
pure ground bone; to do this the ground
should be loose, so that it has a good
chance to soak in when it rains. A water-
ing with manure water will also be bene-
ficial, but it should lie done just Ixffore a
rain to Ijc ofthc most l<cnefit. Kccptrcal-
ing vour plant with the rust f<irmula, and
at the same time keep a sharp lookout for
the rust, and when you find any treat it
vigoroui.ly; if V"U can't spare the plant
pinch off the afrrctcd leaves and give the
plant S[)ccial attention, for it is poor pol-
icy to allow any of the spores to develop
in the field, where they have so much o( a
chance to l>c carried over the entire patch
by the wind.

It is not a bad idea to go over your
patch and make some little memoranda
ofthc vnrlous characteristics of growth
in the different varieties. Where you find
a variety making slow growth with the
•ame advantages a* the one alongside,

which is making a good strong growth,
you will probably want to give that
variety a little more feed in the house to
get the best results. Where you find one
of rank growth and inclined to be sprawly
you will want to plant it where it can be
well staked. -^- M. Herr.

Grouping in a Botanical Garden.
In the accompanying drawing, which is
meant to be merely a rough sketch,
the round beds appear larger than is
necessarv; a six foot or even a four foot
bed would often be large enough. These
round beds would by the selection of ma-
terial give the garden its distinctive char-
acter. They would either be devoted to
hardy plants, or to tender exotics of a
flowering or foliage character, or both.
In any case selection should be carefully
adhered to, and no plant admitted perma-
nently before passing the test of adapta-
bilitv. Generally but one species should be
grown in a bed, although many varieties
may be used as in water lilies, poppies,
pinks, hollyhocks, geraniums, roses, ast-
ers, azaleas, primroses, polemoniums.and
as in group 25, with lantanas, verbenas,
coleus.perillas, variegated mints, thymes,
salvias, monardas, stachys, lamiunis,calli-
carpa, vitex, clerodendron, lavender, hys-
sop, balm, sage, rosemary, or whatever
may be selected to represent a group;
they should be plants of known adapt-
ability. Otherwise, they should first be
tested experimentally.

This knowledge is the most difficult to
acquire in every climate, and for this rea-
son I have often urged that parks and
gardens be planted in this way. But gov-
ernors, politicians, and their enginerrs&o
not seem to regard parks in a sensible or
right-minded way. They think it their
duty to forward the backing and filling
proposed by a college chum maybe, chiefly
because it will draw the resources of the
people into their ever gaping pouches—
not because it will improve nature's sur-
faces, or educate the toilers who make
governors and tolerate them.

The number of distinct species of trees,
shrubs, and plants which may be grown
in a garden of this kind is between 2.000
and 3 000, costing approximately be-
tween $1,500 and $2,000 for purchase
and incidentals. They may be planted
for a similar sum, if the ground is good
enough. So vou sec the inalerial of parks
and gardens" is not the stumbling block it
is supposed to be by many. A complete
hardy garden is cheap. Even with con-
siderable duplication for masses, itcannot
cost much for the plants. In the plan,
the 25 foot roads are the only ones grav-
elled. The woodlanti roads are grass—
they are ever so much cheaper and nicer
to walk upon as a rule. It would be pos-
sible to hollow out the woodland mosses,
and arrange seasonal displays for each
ofthc summir months, in which case such
a garden would concentrate and present
every dcsir.-ibic and instructive feature.

The herbarium and museum would dis-
play the "botanical" plants lictween
sheets of paper.

Thecor.scrvatorv is smalt. The glass
in which to grow plants for it is large.
Flowering plants should be renewed
every week. It is geographically arranged,
and so also is the division for economic
plants.

The chief fi-nture ofcourseis the instruc-
tion to Ik.- derived by the aid of classifica-
tion, and thcchar.iiterof ornamentation,
which may be imparted by selecting bed-
ding plants of any lUsired class— almost
all the groups contain a variety to choose

from.
A reference to a "Simple botanical classi-

fication", published in last jxar's Flo-
rist, will render quite easy the technical-
ities of the divisions and classes of such a
garden. The groupsarelargelyexplained
by their names. James MacPherson.
Trenton, N.J.

Key to Plan.

GROUPS OF THE GENERA PLANTARUM.

DICOTVLEDONE.ii

POt.YPETAI-4:.

1. Ranales.

2. Parietales.

3. Polygalales.

4. Caryophylales.

5. Guttiferales.

6. Malvales.

7. Geraniales.

8. Olacales.

9. Celastrales.

10. Sapindales.

11. Resales.

12. Myrtales.

13. Passiflorales.

14. Ficoidales.

15. Umbellales.

MONOPETAL.5:.

16. Rubiales.

17. Asterales.

18. Campanales.

19. Ericales.

20. Primulales.

21. Ebenales.

22. Gentianales.

23. Folemoniales.

24. Personales.

25. Lamiales.

26. Flantaginea.

APETAI-.13.

27. CurvembryeEe (Chenopodiales).

28. Multiovulatas aq. (Podostemales).

29. Multiovulata; ter. ( Asarales).

30. Micrembrycffi (Piperales).

31. Uaphnales.

32. Achlamydosporeae (Ssntalales).

33. Unisexuales (Qucniales, etc.).

34. Anomali (Salicalef).
(42). Gymnospermtic (3 tribes).

MoNOCOTVLKDONEvK.

35. Microspermie (Orchidalcs).

36. Epigynas (Narcissales).

37. Coronarias (Liliales).

38. Calvcina; ( Palmales).

39. Nudifloia? (Arales).

40. Ajiocarra; (Potomales).

41. (ilumacx.
43. Filicalcs (Acotyledonta;).

Washington.

Business during the past ten days lias
been (|uite an improvement on what it
had been previously on account of the
closing exercises of the public schools,
and the graduating exercises of the
various ediic.uional institutions of
the city. All kinds of flowers were in de-
mand, as well as all the various designs
used at such times. Now there is almost
a complete cessation of nearly everything
in the line of (lower trade.

The hot and dry weather of the past
two weeks is bcL'inning to tell on the
grass and shrubbery throughout the
parks and reservations. The (lower beds
are kept in very good condition through
constant watering, to do this cpiitc a
force is kept busv all day with the hose.
There is a marked change (and 1 think tor
the better) in the beds in our public
grounds this season, Mr. G. II. Brown
having carried out his intention of doing
away with much of the carpet bedding,
ccheverias, etc., and substitute the attract-
ive I'rench cannas and many of the an-
nuals which arc in constant flower; the
beds have a more graceful and subtrop-

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GROUPING IN A BOTANICAL GARDEN.

ical appearance; the three varieties of
eulalias figure conspicuously in some of
the reservations; theywilllook very hand-
some in the fall, when covered with their
graceful pampas-like plumes. Arundo
Donax, both the plain and variegated
forms, Erianthus Ravennse, Eulalia Ja-
ponica variegata — E. zebrina and E. gra-
cilis and Pennisetum longistylum might
be used in some of thelargerreservations,
as permanent beds with good effect; they
could not fail to attract attention, anii
would be in the line of economy, as they
would not require planting each year.
There are one or two of these beds in pri-
vate grounds ibout the city, which, for
both grace and beautvcannot be equaled
by any flower beds in the district.

The nymphzeas in the fountain basins
are beginning to flower quite freely; they
make a very interesting and attractive
feature of the park decorations, and are
admired more and more each season.

Mr. Brown is growing a number of
chrysanthemums for fall planting. Last
season Col. J. M. Wilson, engineer in
charge of public buildings and grounds,
exhibited an unusual interest in this very
popular flower, expressing a desire to
have more of them grown both in the
parks and at the greenhouses; they had a
magnificent exhibition of pot grown

plants last season, among them some
very fine seedlings, of their own raising.

The Florist Clubhasdecidednottohave
a chrysanthemum show this fall. Last
fall they had a magnificent display, yet it
was a failure from a financial point. The
entire work usually falls upon one or two,
and hard work it is too with no paj- and
but little glory; this year, those few upon
whom this work usually falls did not feel
like taking upon themselves the great
work and responsibility of getting up an-
other and the inexperienced were afraid
of the responsibility, therefore uo show.
There will probably be several individual
exhibitions at the stores of our leading
florists. There is to be one or two large
food expositions this fall, and some of the
boys are talking of renting a space in the
hall with the food exhibitors and having
a private exhibition; this however has
not been fully determined upon, but it is
probable.

Mr. Fishback, an amateur living near
Anacostia, D. C, has for some time past
and is at present supplying some of
our florists with the finest sweet peas ever
put on the Washington market. He has
been experimenting for several seasons
with this plant and judging from the
flowers he brings in, he must have struck
the perfect way of cultivating them. I

understand he has quite a piece of ground
devoted to their cultivation, and keeps
several persons constantly employed gath-
ering the flowers, which are as near per-
fection as to size and color, as could be.
Mr. P. is careful in selecting the most strik-
ing shades and tints, discarding every-
thing but the very finest and then grow-
ing them for all they are worth. He gives
great care to the preparation of the soil,
to which he attributes his success. They
are all grown in the open ground; such
blooms in early spring would bring him a
handsome price.

The weather during June was very
peculiar, the first ten days having been
considerably cooler than usual. One of
the coolest days on record for this season
of the year was the 6th, with a minimum
temperature of 46.3 degrees. The highest
temperature was 97.5 degrees on the
24.th. During the month the maximum
temperature has been at 87 degrees or
above on 15 days and 90 degrees or above
on ten days. In connection with the high
temperature, the month at Washington
has also been an unusually dry one, only
about Hi inches of rain having fallen, or
one-fourth of the usual amount for June.

Last week the Washington Athletic
Club and the Florists' Bowling Club
took a run down the Potomac as far as
Marshall Hall, for the purpose of getting
a little cool breeze and testingtheir superi-
ority; the Athletics having challenged the
florists for a game of the best two out of
three; for three new balls. The first game
was easily won by the florists, the second
and third were hotly contested, the
Athletics securing both, but they had no
walk over, capturing the prize by only a
few points; after the bowling was over
they put the evening in very pleasantly
dancing and amusingthemselves in many
ways.

Very little is being said about the con-
vention, it being so near us this year I
presume the boys think it not worth
while looking into R. R. rates so early,
as that matter can all be attended to at
this end of the line, without the usual
delay of corresponding. I expect a good
many will attend the meeting however;
interest usually increases as the time tor
the meeting approaches. Revnolps.

Cleveland.

Why do our southern brethren imagine
that the cities of the north can dispose of
unlimited quantities of cape jasmines,
etc., in the spring when there is such an
abundance of home grown flowers. They
have made shipments time and again at
this season of year, and always with dis-
astrous results so far as our city is con-
cerned. Do they not know that during
the months of April, May and June there
are thousands of roses, carnations and
other staple flowers that go to waste
and there is no room for extra stock. No
matter if it is a novelty in the market the
demand does not justify the trouble and
expense of shipping flowers north at that
time. Cape jasmines are generally con-
signed to a commission house who deals
in fruits, vegetables, etc., and as they
have no way of disposing of them they
are sent to one of the florist stores with
the request that they place them on sale
and report the result. In one lot of seven
boxes that we handled this spring the
total sales amounted to two dollars. We
kept one dollar as our share in the trans-
action. Can you imagine what the ship-
per got after the commission man took
out the cost of handling and freight
charges? This spring some poor deluded
soul down in Mississippi sent us a letter

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saying he would ship us some magnolia
buds and to follow directions that would
come with them. In due time the box
arrived and the directions noted, which
were to the effect that they should be
carefully unpacked and placed in water
and to await results and then let the
shipperknow what the demand would be,
as he could ship quantities of them. We
are still in doubt as to what the demand
will be, as the buds failed to budge one
peg. And no doubt our friend in the
south is wondering at our delay in not
wiring for a second supply. The charges
on box A'ere prepaid ($1.50).

J. M. Gasser is rebuilding six large
houses. Mrs. James Eadie is buildingtwo
houses, each 20x100. N. Saetga will
build a house 16x60.

I

New York.

The New York Florists' Club held an
interesting meeting on Monday evening,
July 9, at which Mr. Edgar Sanders of
Chicago read an entertaining paper giv-
ing his reminiscences of the florist business.
His descriptions of the wonderful con-
struction of the old times called floral
designs and of the methods employed in
the days of flues, small glass, handmade
labels, etc., were listened to with delight
and at the close a unanimous vote of
thanks was tendered him.

The committee on revision of by-laws
reported a large number of important
changes and their recommendations will
come up for action at the August meeting.

The transportation committee recom-
mended the Central Railroad of New Jer-
sey as having given the best terms for the
Atlantic City trip, and it was voted
that this route be selected.

Mr. Lfuly was confirmed as captain of
the bowling team to represent New York
at the great tournament which will take
place at Atlantic City.

Philadelphia.

There is nothing new to be said of the
state of trade, it is the same old summer
business as of yore. Carnations seem to
be more plentiful than usual at this season
and these, with roses and sweet peas make
up the average florist's assortment.
Gladiolus from outsidearenow commenc-
ing to come in, and vases of these will
soon grace the counters and doorways of
the stores, the old sign "5 cents a stalk,"
which by the way is a fixture in some
C8tab1ishment8,ornamenting(?) the center
of the bunch.

Mr. Vcrncr, gardener to the late A. J.
Drcxel, and who grew such fine chrys-
anthemum plants for exhibition, hasgone
into business for himself near Darby, I'a.
He has erected three large houses and in-
tends to do a general business, growing
plants and cut flowers. We wish him
every success in his new field.

Convention matters are now the main
tope of conversation hereabouts and
things arc rapidly getting into sh(i|)e.
The hotel committee visited AtlanticCity
last week and aftcrnconvassof the hotels
and large cottages all doubts as to their
being able to house the visitors were dis-
pelled and no one need stay away on that
aLcount.

Atlantic City is bccominf; moreattract-
ivc every year. Thcrearcmany handsome
residences Ix-ing added each seiison and
the hotel service is (>cr(cct. Originally
this place was a deserted village during
the winter months, but of late ycarH the
majority of the large hotels have Ik-cii
com(iellcd to keep ojien the season round
in order to accommodate the crowdsthat
are continually seeking health or recrc-

Hotels at Atlantic City, N. J.

The committee have obtained from the United States, the largest hotel, a special
rate of $2.50 per day and a guarantee that they can accommodate four hundred
guests. From at least one-half the rooms there is an ocean view, and broad piazzas
surround the hotel, from which can be seen an ever moving panorama. There are
also many other hotels and cottages who have promised the committee they will
make room for the delegates, which list, with prices, is given below.

NAME.

PROPRIETOR.

SITUATION.

CAPACITY.

R.\TES I'ER WEEK.

Albemarle,

C. E. Cope,

Cor. Virginia & Pacific Aves.

150

88.00 to 814.00

Amole,

Mrs. S. C. Amole,

21 South. South Carolina Ave.

40

8.00 to

12 00

Aidmore,

Mrs. Story,

ltJ() South, Virginia Ave.

125

8.00 to

12 00

Baltimore Villa

Mrs. Hallahan,

la) South, Tennessee Ave.

40

8 00 to

12 00

Belleview,

Mrs. McClure,

Ocean End. New Jersey Ave.

100

10.00 to

15,00

Brevoort,

Mr. Norris,

18 South, South Carolina Ave

M

8.0O to

12.00

By-the-Sea,

"

Cor Mass. & Pacific Ave.

50

8.00 to

12.00

Carlyle.

Mrs. Hotine,

102 South, So. Carolina Ave.

150

8.00 to

12,00

cunon.

Mrs. Cope,

Cor. Atlantic & Conn. Aves.

50

8.00 to

12.00

Edgewater,

Miss Parkenson,

123 South, So. Carolina Ave.

.50

10.00 to

12.00

Castlemere.

Mrs. M. Muldune,

106 South. So. Carolina Ave.

30

8.0010

12,00

Epworth.

M. M. Downs,

121 South. So. Carolina Ave.

40

8.00 to

12.00

Glenville,

Mrs. Hopkins,

South Tennessee Ave.

100

8.00 to

12.00

Hewitt,

W. S. Ives,

29 South Pennsylvania Ave.

60

10.00 to

12,00

Berkeley,

Bew Bros.

Ocean End Kentucky Ave.

150

12.00 to

18.00

Elberson,

Mrs. M. J. Eckert,

Cor. Tenn. & Pacific Aves.

200

' 10.00 to

12.00

Hoffman,

Mrs. Calloway,

South Pennsylvania Ave.

200

18.00 to

20.00

Wellingtoii.

H. S. Milnur,

South Kentucky Ave.

300

15.00 to

20.00

Wiltshire,

E.L. Chandler & Co

. South Virginia Ave.

150

15.0U to

25.00

I<ehman,

Miss Lehman,

114 Souih Penua. Ave.

200

15.00 to

20.00

Lelande.

S. Wagner,

Mass. Ave. and Ocean,

160

1,5 00 to

26 00

Louella,

Mrs. Car^-er,

138 South Tennessee Ave.

40

SOU to

1200

Monterey,

E. K. Newcomet.

Virginia Ave. Ocean End,

100

12 00 to

20 00

Ocean Villa,

Mrs. Schernberger,

So. Carolina & Pacific.

50

8.00 to

12 00

Park Cottage,

M. B. Walker,

1302 Pacific Ave.

30

0.00 to

12.00

Raymond,

Mrs. M. D. Evans,

South Virginia Ave,

-5

12 00 to

18.00

Saratoga,

Mrs. S. A. Haines,

South Carolina Ave.

40

10 00 to

12.00

Upton,
Vinedole.

Mrs. Fothergill,

South Tennessee Ave.

50

8,00 to

12 00

Mrs. Frambes,

South Pennsylvania Ave.

40

8.00 to

12.00

Windsor,

G Waters & Son.

South Illinois Ave.

250

18.00 to

30.00

Fraymore,

W. W. Green & Co.

South Illinois Ave.

250

18.00 to

30.00

Brighton,

F. Hcnsley & Son,

South Indiana Ave.

300

20.00 to

a5.oo

Dennis,

Joseph Barton,

South Micnigau Ave.

BOO

18.00 to

30.00

Shelburue,

J. W. Southwick,

South Michigan Ave.

200

18.00 to

30.00

Haddon Hall,

Leeds & Lippiucott

, North Carolina Ave.

250

18 00 to

30.00

ChaUonte,

Mrs. Roberts & Son

, North Carolina Ave.

250

18,00 to

30.00

Kenilworth,

Mrs. Grubb,

Kentucky Ave. Beach End,

150

1.5.00 to

20.00

United States,

Mrs. J. S. Davis.

Maryland 6t Pacific Aves.

Special

rate $2.50 per day.

The Stratford,

(European plan).

Beach End Kentucky Ave. $1 50, $2 & 82.50 per day;

t)5 room.*

ation at this now famous resort. A trip
to Atlantic means that visitors are to
simply throw all cares to the winds and
enjoy themselves as they think best, get-
ting both rest and recreation at the same
time.

This place is the great playground for
the tired and sweltering inhabitants of
Philadelphia during the months of July
and August. Hundreds of elegant cot-
tages are owned by wealthy residents
who make this their summer home, and
thousands spend their weeks or months
of vacation at the many hotels or cot-
tages who especially cater to them.

Old ocean while always the same, is
ever new to the visitor, who will take a
chair in one of many of the pavilions
along the board walk and gaze for hours
on the waves breaking on the strand and
listening to their dull monotones, or on
the everchanging throng that crowd this
most wonderful of all promenades. K,

St. Louis.

Affairs have remained quiet during the
past week, several large funeral orders
being about the only events at all notice-
able, although several c|uite good ship-
ments have been made to Little Kock,
Ark., owing to the "Competitive Militia
Drill" in progress at that point. About
the only slock at all good that is coming
ill is the summer roses, such as I'erlcs, I, a
I'rance iinil N'iphetos, sonic of thiiii tvi-
ilently from young stock. The growers
are all busy re[)l.intiiig and straighten-
ing up for the coining season, and will
soon have finished.

Heing at Gratiot station lately. I had
the pUamire of crilliiig on Mr. Ilerzog,
who has fur the last \e(ir had the green-
houscH lit that [ilace. The plant consists
of six loo foot houHcB, tliric 20 mid time
10 feet wide. The large liousiH are planted
to roses, sinilax and ciiriiiitions respcct-
ivclv, and two of the smaller ones to car-
nations, while the remiiiiiing one is used
as a propagating house. The plant when

assumed was in poor shape, but has been
steadily improving under the intelligent
work put on it. Last season the houses
were all reglazed, changing from butted
to lapped lights, and a new roof being
put on the propagating house. This sea-
son the heating system is being changed
and several boilers shifted so as to give
better and more easily regulated control
of the heat; the system is also changed
from open tank to pressure, the same
pipes being used, however.

One of the most important and best
paying improvements is the location of a
plunger pump, operated by horse power
at the base of the bluff upon which the
greenhouses are situated, and which in-
sures an unfailing supply of water during
the dryest seasons. The pump is capable
of throwing sixty barrels a day, and is
used but a short time mornings and even-
ings, giving an abundant supply. Be-
sides what is used in the houses enough
w.-iter is had to keep a large patch of car-
nations in elegant condition, and from
their sturdy growth and healthy color it
can be seen that they are making ample
returns for the water .-ipplied.

The rose house contains fifteen hundred
plants, mostly I'erles, La I'rance, lloste
and Niphctos. A few Kaiserin are also
being tried. They have been planted
iiliotit two weeks and are stiirting nicely.
The carnation houses will be planted
HI inei pally to Midowan for white, and
Portia ami (Sarfiild for red. .\ few Tidal
Wave and Daybreak are also being tried.
I'ifteen hundred McGowan and about the
same iiuinber of red will be planted. The
smilax house has been a great success this
senfoii, there having been no difliculty in
disposing of every string cut, anil it will
be filled up in the same iiiaiiiier this year.

Mr. Ilrizog isa progressive, widc.'iwakc
man, and from his eoiiversatioii it can be
seen that it won't be many seasons be-
fore his place will be as up to date and
convenient as any.

The coiiiniittee appointed to jireii.'ire a
list of events to be comfieted for at the

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ARE THEY FIRST-CLASS PLANTS.

florists' picnic have prepared the follow-
ing, which are mostly open to all: 100
yard dash, running broad jump, polato
race for boys and girls under 14 years;
slow race, time limit 10 minutes; egg and
spoon race, ladies, 25 yards; sack race,
50 yards; 3 legged race, 75 yards; 50
yard dash, boys 14 and under; 50 yard
ladies race; tug of war, and bowling con-

test. It is whispered that the tug of war
will be a continuance of the one supposed
to be ptrpetually existing between the
retailers and fakirs. The winners will be
able to ofl'er up their thanks in smoke, as
a box of cigarsgoes to the winning team.
The terms of the bowling contest have
not as vet been perfected.

R. F. T.

Are They First-Class Plants.

A subscriber writes us a history of a
purchase of rose plants in which the seller
had stated (by mail J that his plants were
first-class, and he sends us the plants of
which we present an engraving herewith
as samples of the stock Ife received. He
asks us if they can by any stretch of cour-
tesy he called first-class. While we have
some decided opinions on such matters it
seemed wise to present the matter to the
trade for general discussion, and (sub
rosa) as a convincing argument in favor
of our oft repeated suggestion that the
Society of American Florists take up the
matter ol preparing a classification of
plants by means of which sellers might
intelligently offer their stock and buyers
make their purchases with discrimination.

Objection has been urged against classi-
fication on the ground that it would be
impossible to cover all the various little
points that distinguish one grade from
another. To this we reply that nothing
is impossible and that the classification
of plants most commonly bought and
sold through the medium of correspond-
ence would be certainly no more diffioult
than the classification of wheat, corn,
oats, etc., as now done by dealers in
grain.

But don't forget the inquiry. Write us
your opinion as to whether the plants
illustrated are first-class, and if not, then
in what class would you place them:
second, third, fourth, or culls?

Chicago.

The cut flower trade is almost at a com-
plete standstill. In local retail circles
there is practically nothing doing. Here
and there a funeral order serves to break
the monotony, but there is little even of
that. As Joe Curran expresses it: "Peo-
ple are too hard up to die even, these
days."

The shipping trade, what little there is
of it at this season of the year, is seriously
hampered by the railroad strikes. Very
few actual losses from goods being tied
up in transit are reported, sinceallexpress
companies are extremely cautious in
accepting freight over any lines that are
at all doubtful as regards their ability to
forward goods on time.

The stock received in the market con-
tinues extremely poor, particularly roses.
Am. Beauties, with tew exceptions, are
cut from young stock and are very short
stemmed; these however are the only
flowers which meet with any demand at
all. As regards summer annuals there is
practically no demand.

M. F. Gallagher has turned a full blown
soldier these troublous days. With the
calling out of the 2d Regiment last week
M. F. assumed his duties as quartermas-
ter. IfMr.G. takes as good care of the
boys in his regiment as he evidently docs
of himself, to judge by his portly figure,
there will be little room for complaint.
There is a story going around, for the
truthfulness of which however we cannot
vouch, that the quartermaster contem-
plated the adornment of the mess tables
with a bunch ol American Beauty roses.
The boys in blue, however, vetoed any
such proceedings, as in their estimation a
good round of beef had more staying
qualities than all the posies in Cook
County.

Geo.'Wittbold hasbuilttwo new houses
18x21x120 feet long. In addition to this
he has moved the World's FaivCarmody-
Moninger show greenhouse to his place,
where it will be >ised as a show green-
house and oflSce.

The plant trade of the present season,

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12.

which has just come to a close, has been
a rather unsatisfactory one. While some
of thegrowershave sold out pretty clean,
others are caught with a large stock of
bedding stuff left over. Those who were
fortunate enough to sell out pretty clean
had to be content with low prices, as
sales had to *be forced, and as a conse-
quence there was more than the usual
amount of cutting in prices. Geraniums
out of 4-inch pots set out which in former
years brought $2 per dozen for well
grown plants were sold this year at from
$1.25 to $2, and in many instances as
low as $1, with the same corresponding
drop all through the list. These low
prices are bad enough, but when it comes
to carrying over a large surplus besides
the result is most discouraging. Sjme
growers take things philosophically and
express themselves as being satisEed with
the result, considering the times, as they
were not looking for a \tr\- brisk trade,
and so trimmed their sails accordingly.
Others again were deceived by the hope-
ful outlook in the early^ part of the sea-
son, when, owing to the extraordinary
warm weather at such an earh' date, the
movement in spring stock commenced
with a rush. The sudden check, however,
which came immediately after with the
change of weather had a most disastrous
effect on the trade. Many orders had
been filled, beds and vases were planted
and the work had to be done over again,
and although in most cases through no
fault of the florist, the loss in many in-
stances had to be borne by tbem. When
the weather became more settled again
the season was pretty well advanced and
a number of orders were countermanded.
We visited a number of the leading
establishments engaged in this line of
business on the south side; all of these
places, however, do also a considerable
trade in cut flowers at retail. Says Sam'l
Muir:

"The spring trade in plants with me
was fairly good, and my stock, as can be
seen, is sold out pretty clean. Prices
lower than last year, and considering
that many of the early filled orders had
to be planted over again the ])rofits are
small. The cut flower trade this season
was not nearly as good as last year, not-
ably as regards decorations, the falling
off in this line being particularly notice-
able."

Mr. John Weston of the Chicago Floral
Co. reports plant sales very quiet, and
considerable stock is left on hand. This
firm carries a large stock of decorative
palms and plants, and a fairly good busi-
ness was done last season, but not as
good in comparison as former years.
There is quite a stock of chrysanthemums
grown here and the plants. some of which
will l>e exhibited at the coming show, arc
growing well. Here by the way we saw
a house of lidna Craig carnation still in
good condition. Mr. Weston speaks
very cnthuRiasticilly of this sort, as his
cx(>rricncc with it last winter was very
■atiifactory, and he intends growing Tt
again this year.

.\Ir. 1 1 timers of the Art Floral Co. ex-
presses himself ns satisfied with the spring
plant trade. The houses ;ire pretty well
emptied, but prices rcali/.i-d were ronsid-
ernbly Ijolow former years. This house
also drK-« quite iin rxirnHivc business in
cut flower* (inci dicorations. Itusiness in
this line also in reported as having licrn
fairly good, though somewhat less than
last season. Orders for flrcorntion here,
as elsewhere, nhow a drcidrd falling off!
The sale of palms and other hiKh priced
pot plants, of which this firm carries n
fine stock, is also re[K>rted as extremely

\_h't-/ii tul/lt'rti J'ifiin /.ninlim I'lituh.'

THE ORCHID IN CARICATURE.

light. Plants in bloom on the other
hand, such as azaleas, genistas, etc., sold
well.

J. T. .Vnthony's foreman complains of
the dull bedding season. This house had
an unusually fine stock, but quite a large
lot is left unsold. Cut flower and dfco-
ration demand extremely light. Orchids,
especially cattleyas, of which this estab-
lishment makes a specialty, sold pretty
well. We note a dozen or twenty very
fine blooms of Cattleya Mossi;c ready to
cut.

E. Hobbs tells the same story— plant
trade quiet, with low prices. Flower
trade less in volume than formcrlv.

J. Kidwell expresses himself as satisfied
with the season, although the plant busi-
ness proved somewhat lighter than for-
merly. In the flower line Mr. K. has a
large trade in funeral work, which has
kept him busy most of the time. We note
some very fine pelargoniums here; the
plants arc exceedingly well done and seem
to take well.

The store men located in this section of
the city, which contains probably the
largest number of heavy flower buyers,
have experienced the same depression in
business as those down town; in fact as
these houses depend largely on orders for
decorations and the sale of first-cl.-iss cut
flowers they feel the effects of a marked
decrease in demand in these lines most
keenly. Wm. Smyth s.-iys: "Business up
to Christmas was by far the dullest I
have experienced since entering business.
After tlwit, however, for three or four
mfinlliB trade was good, but orders for
decorations were very limited and gener-
ally cut down to the lowest notch in
price."

Chaa.Snmuclson reports business fairly
siitisfnctory, but complains of the cut-
ting in prices. Cf)o(l demand for Al
(|uality in all grades of flowers except
bulbous stock, wliicli was very hIiiw.
Table decorations, wliicli lorm an impor-
tant item at this estnbliNlinu nt, were not
extensive, and instead of n steady in-
<reaBe, as formerly cxpcrlrnced, show a
falling off.

Klunder's experience was nearly the
same; a deplorable falling off in extensive
decorations for receptions and weddings
is especially noticeable, and the same is
true of tablework. The demand for high
grade stock in cut flowers very good.
"First-class Beauties," says Mr.Klunder,
"Testouts, Meteors, Bridesmaids and La
France 1 find always in good demand,
and the former especially so. Fancy car-
nations also sell well and at good prices,
but medium quality stock in this locality
sells very slowly, and poor stock has no
show whatever. There was little call for
spring flowers this year. It seems the
societj' season this year came to a close
at a very early date, many of our best
flower buyers starting for Europe and
other points as early as April."

The Orchid m Caricature.

The accomp.anying engraving, repro-
duced from London Punch, appeared in
that journal with the title "Interesting
development of the 'Josephus Cubicular-
ius' Orchidensis."

Most of our readers have heard of Mr.
Joseph Chamberlain, the well known
lover of orchids, and who has been popu-
larly dubbed "Orchid Joe" from his habit
of always wearing an orchid flower in
his button hole. Mr. Chamberlain is a
member of the British Parliament and
prominent in politics, and his fondness
for orchids evidently suggested the use of
these flowers in the cartoon. His great
wealth was acquired from tlic manufact-
ure of screws, which explains the mean-
ing of the flower in the lower left hand
corner.

We are indebted to Mr. A.Dimmock for
the copvof Pinich from which the engrav-
ing is reproduced.

Cincmnati.
Again we report the same old chestnut,
"rlull." That little wordi .\presses much.
Tliiiik of people ordering wedding hand
bouquets .and wantini; to |)ay LS cents
for the best two and 10 cents lor the bal-
ance. This actually occurred at an "over

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Tht' J.rfdsii srction in bloom,
(it'ut'ial i7>'7t' of a Station.

Dajfiniils hi fhr giass.
Oi iiatiis ni fhiwi'y.

VIEWS ON MR. W. BAYLOR HARTLANDS DAFFODIL FARM NEAR CORK. IRELAND.

tlie Rhine" store one day this week. Fred
nearly fainted when the ladies named the
price.

Albert McCullough and daughter re-
turned home from Europe July 5. Re-
port rather a rough voyage, but as both
were good sailors they did not miss any
meals. Mr. McCullough reports heavy
rains all through England and Holland,
and prospects not flattering.

The 4th of July passed off quite noise-
lessly, Geo. Meyers, with Walter J. Gray,
being the only florist who thought his
band stronger than a cannon cracker.
The damage might be worse, but George
will not try the experiment again.

Our florists are having considerable
trouble with asters. The plants look
healthy until they commence to show
bloom, when they turn brown and die.

Henrv Schwartzisbuildinga rewgreen-
house 15x60 feet. Thismakcsfour houses
of this size in his plant in connection
■with his office and shed 11x26 feet. He
has been in the business 3 years, and re-
ports a good trade.

The retail florists in general seem to
think their trade for June was better this
than last vear.

W. C. Nolan of East Walnut Hills is
building a greenhouse 15x75 feet; this
makes 7 houses in his plant. W. C. re-
ports trade considerably better than last
year. He has had quite a lot of bedding
for the city water works around their
buildings.

M. Rice of Marschuetz & Co., Philadel-
phia, is in the city stocking the boys up
with florists' supplies.

Miss Honaker of Lexington, Ky.. made
us a short call on her way to Ft. Wavne.

We now have good rates to Atlantic
City and will have auite a party from
here. All neighboring florists wishing to
join our party will address E. G. Gillett,
134 Walnut street, as early as possible.
He will give rates and other particulars.

Our first annual picnic is progressing
splendidly, and if we have a favorable
day will have a crowd. July 26 is the
date and at Woodsdale Island. All our
friends are invited. G.

St. Paul, Minn.

We have had a continuous drought for
eight weeks, broken ^lightly by two or
three light showers. In consequence the
city is looking dry and barren. In spite
of frequent sprinkling plants have gone
backward. Florists' stock, however, is
generally looking well. Mums were never
better than now, roses are looking well,
carnations planted out are in fair condi-
tion considering the season.

Trade is at a standstill, though there is
enough funeral work to use up the supply
of cut tloivers. In roses some fine La
France, Meteor and Kaiserin are being
cut. The principal growers have thrown
I out most of their old stock of ro.ses and
ire now busily engaged in planting new

ones. More roses than usual will be
planted this season, and there is a finer
stock of mums here than was ever before
seen. All this would indicate that our
wide awake, hustling brethren have faith
in the future trade here.

Some experiments in solid beds are being
made this year and quite a number will
try Brother Scott's suggestion to use
water cement on their benches.

L L. May & Co. are painting their
entire range inside and out, putting in
new benches, repairing boilers and later
on in the season intend building several
new houses.

We have not heard of any who intend
to go to Atlantic City next month. We
surely hope the saintly city will be repre-
sented.

Some of the prettiest plants of the
season are the gloxinias now being dis-
played by A. S. Swanson. He has learned
the art of having everything at the right
season and with a neat attractive store
merits a good trade. Felix.

Robert Johnsto.\", the well known
florist of Providence, R. I., died June 24,
alter a lingering illness, aged 65 years.
He has suffered for more than a year from
rheumatism. He was highly esieemed,
not only in a social way, but by those
who had business transactions with him.

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July 12,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line. Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, 514.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gaaranteed.

Discounts, 6 times. 5 per cent: 13 times, 10 per cent;

26 times. 20 per cent: 53 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The Advertlstn? Department of the American
Florist Is for Florists. (Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to tliose lines ONLY. Please to
remembe it.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach ns by Monday to secure
Insertion In the issue for the following Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

Toronto.

Replies to the questions asked for in the
.American Florist's spring plant trade
report look very blue, but the truth must
be told, and there is no earthly advan-
tage to be gained by booming the trade
up when there is no boom to it. The
total sales were probably from 15 to 25
per cent less than last year, and many flo-
rists have a lot of "stuff" left on their
hands. What was sold fetched prices be-
low the average, well grown geraniums
going for about 75 cents per dozen. Add
to all this much difficulty in collecting
accounts, and it does not take much per-
spicacttj to see that, taking everything
into consideration, the spring trade has
not been as satisfactory as that of last
year — not by a "jug full." Still, in spite
of all this there is some little rebuilding
going on, and a few new houses are being
built. They tell me too that two or
three new florists have started here this
year. Evidently florists look for good
things in the future, and think that "it
is a long lane that has no turning." E.

Boston.

The flower stores in these summer days
are bathed in an atmosphere of repose
and recent cleanliness and furnished
mainly with a couple of chairs near the
door, with palm leaf fan trimmings and
a general suggestion of lemonade and
linen duster. Enquire for the proprietor,
and you are informed that he has just
gone out — time of return indefinite. By
nnanimous consent all the establishments,
wholesale as well as retail, close at 5 p.
m. every day excepting Saturday. The
beach trade is not making itself felt as
yet.

D. Zirngiebel is demolishing four of his
old houst-B, which he will replace with
two modern ones, heated of course by his
favorite "hot water under pressure."

Foreign Notes.

The Lords of the Treasury on the rec-
ommendation of the I'irst Commissioner
of Her Majesty's Works and Public Build-
ings have raised the minimum w;if{e f >r
laborers in the Royal KewC.irflensto lOs.
per week. I'reviouB to 1H4-7 the minimum
appears to have l)ecn only 12<.,inthat
jrearit was raised to ]+».,in 1865tol5f.,
in 1873 to 17«., in 1HM9 to IHs.

Prom the Kcw Bulletin we learn that a
fresh survey of the Koynl Cardcns has
been made by the Ordnance Surveys, and
it appears that the area in which cullivn-
tion IS carried on under k'o's is over 2'/a
acres and the linear txtcnt of the foot-
paths exceeds I'V miles.

A writer in \.\\r Journal of llorticullure
says that there is tvery reason for sup-
posing that the leading Japanese show

Not high strung, vain attempts absorbed our pow/ers.
But practical, every day effects, in showing flowers.
No fancy, ill-shaped, or almost impossible arrangements are
shown in

Long's Florists' Photographs,

but pictures of every day work, such as you have in mind at
any time in waiting on customers. This keeping down to a
practical level is what makes them so useful to any flo-
rist in his business. Send for catalogue to.

DAN'L B. LONG, Fmshei, Buffalo, N. Y.,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Phone Main 4508.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HAKUS.

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

CUT STRINGS e

or small quantities to ai

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Shipped in large or small quantities to any part of the country,
graph or telephone

TO 12 FEET LONG, SO CTS-

Orders by mall, tele-

Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN.

Laurel and Green Festooning', Wreaths, Etc.

SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

flowers of 1893 will be practically extinct
in 1903. "New and capable raisers are
coming into the keenest competition pos-
sible with the old ones. Namesthatwere
once familiar as eminent growers of seed-
lings are unheard of now, and whether for
better or for worse the best twenty-four
Japanese are never likely to remain the
same for any length of time while the
flower offers so wide a scope fortheir skill
as it does at present. When raisers, other
than Ivnelish can appreciate the merits
and quality of the incurved section we
may possibly see another revolution in the
cultivation of this protean flower."

Leaf movi;ment in Cercis Canadkn-
SIS, by Prof. S V,. Wright of Purdue I'ni-
vcrsity, is a ncent monograph reprinted
from the /'olanical Gazclte. The results
of Prol. Wright's restart bcs are given in
tabular form, and there are several illus-
trations.

Do YOU WANT a list of firms in the trade
that issue catalogues, with key showing
proportion of space given each branch of
the trade in same? You will find such a
list in our trade dinctorv and reference
book for 1K94-. Price $2.00.

Do YOU WANT a Ii»t of the ccmeterirs of
the country that use trees, shrubs and
plants largely in the ornainentation of
their groiinds and that (ire apt to be
large buyers of these and oilier iinrtieul-
turnl HupplicR? You will find such a list
in our trade directory and reference book
fori 894-. Price $2 00.

TiiK Aui'.KiCAN Fl.oHisT and Gardening
together to one address for $1.75. Send
orders to the American I'lorist Co.

H. L SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

7«02 PINE STREET,
(.SucceHKor to BLLIISON & KUEHN),

^K^ WHOLESALE B^H^

1122 FIITE STK-EKT,

S-t. l^o-ULleSy JVIo.

A complete line of Wire Deiilirna.

me PMIRltFOLDINE FLOWER BOX.^
fOR DUTFLOmm.

FOLDING
»APER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers.

Mmlu fmiii Im-(ivv, Mrtnlllu lined. StniwlMHinl. 8lil|)-
|>i>il tlitt. purknl HN.I In fi rriiU>.

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO..

Jaokion & Clinton Bts.. CHICAOO-

'rKi.in-intsK .M.MS tils,

FLORAL DESIGNS

Tlir Cut Flower Workfi'H l^ricml. Kliie book
of UK) (rnniH. .Send 93.60 for it, to

J. HORACE McFAHLANO, Hirrliburg, Pa.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1193

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

B8 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUI.BS AND AI.I.

FI.OBISTS' SUFFJ^IES.

Western Aeent for the OKEAT ANTIPEST.

KENNIGOTT BROS. CO.

WHOLESALE QUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

34- <£ 36 RANDOLPH STREET,

CHICAGO.

A. L. RANDALL,

Wlioi6§ai6 Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Afrent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

PHONE MAIN 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REIIVBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses. Carnations and Violets Specialties.

SI WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. OHIOA.OO.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLE^^ALK OKOWKKS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,

59 WABASH AVENUE,

Second Floor. CHIt^VKG-O.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,

METS, "^^^I— St^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES, ^W ^-C'^CN vases.

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

boston, mass.

HORTICDLTDRAL AHCTIOEERS,

Mention American Klorlat.

DAN'L B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO, N. Y.
Shipping Ouheus c.auefui.i.y Attended to.
OTHKR SFECIALTIE,>S:

Florists' Supplies, Wire Desigrng, Kulbs,
Long's Florists Photographs (see larije ad.
Catalo^es. Lists. Terms, etc.. on application.

Always mention the American Ro
rist when writing to advertisers.

©Vv'RofeAaPe Marftet*.

Cut Flowers.

„ New York. July 7.

Roses 6u® 3.00

" per lOOU K.(JO(5t5.00

" Beauty 2.00@12.OU

Carnations... 503 100

^ „ •■ perlOOO $3.00®S3.50

X»1Sy.,- 2.00® 2.50

HarrislI 4.0006.00

Sweet peas, per 100 bunches $1.00

Smllax 6.000 8.00

AsparaKUs 25.00@35.00

Adiantum 75® i.oo

„ BOSTON. July 7.

Roses, NIphetos.Gontler ... 1.00® 3.00

PerJe, Sunset l.OU® 3.00

Bride, Mermet 2.00® 8.0O

Carnations 25@ 50

Harrtsll G.liO® 8.00

Cundldum 1.0O@ 2 00

Uly of the valley z.OO® 3 00

Stock .50

Sweet peas, .]u

Candytuft .50

Adiantum ] (XJ

Smllax 12.00@16.00

Asparagus 50.OU

Philadelphia. July 9.

Roses, small 2 00

large teas 3.0O® 4.00

Beauties 8.t0@15.00

Carnations 50® 1.50

Valley 4. 00

Smllax 10.00®12.00

Asparagus 50. uu

narriull lilies 4.00® 6.00

Sweet peas .50

Corndower. 25® .50

Cattleyas .3j.OU@40.00

Adiantum 75® 1.00

Chicago, July 10.

Rosea, I>a France. Meteor ; 3.00® 4.00

Kalserin 3.00® 4 00

General assottment, per lOOJ. -J5@$10

Carnations, long 25@ ,t50

lancles .... 1.5U@ 2.00

Pseonles 3.0U@ 4 00

HarrlsU 8.00

Candldum 1.00® 3.00

CINCINNATI. July 9.

Roses, Beauty lu,U)@15 00

Mermet. Bride 3.00@ 4.00

NIphetos 4.00

Perle 2 00® 3.00

Carnations 1.00

Alyssum .1,^

Sweetpeas bO® 1 00

Valley 2.00® 3.0U

Smllax... 15.00

Adiantum 1.00

Asparagus 50. OC

ST. Lotns. July 9.

Roses, Perles, NIphetos. Wootton 2.00® 3.00

Bride. .Mermet, Bridesmaids 2.0U@ 3.00

Meteiirs 2.00® 3.00

La France, Albany, Hoste.. 2.00® 3. OU

Beauty 5.00®15.00

Sweetpena 15@ .25

Carnations, long 50® .75

short .50

Adiantum 1.25

Udllyhocks. asters .50

Smllax 16.00

Ferns, common, per 1000 $1.25

Buffalo. July'.).

Roses, Beauties 10.0o@2O.00

Mermet, Bride, 3.00® 4.00

Meteor 3.00® 4.00

Perle, Gontler, Hoste 3.00

Cusin 3.00

Carnations, long 1.00® 1.25

short (iO@ .75

Auratum lilies 12.00®15 00

Valley 3.00

Condytuft .25

Sweet peas 25

Smllax I6.00@'20.00

Adiantum 1.2.5

Asparagus 50.00

GEORGE fl SUTHERLAND,

Successor to PECK & SUTHERLAND,
Successors to WM. J. STEWART.

Gut Flowers! Florists' Supplies

"sx' H 0 1:., li «!* ^^ i^ J C .

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

wo. 2 BEACON STREET,

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES:

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,
Sweet Pri~ .^
BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St., NEW YORK.

SPRING, SUMMER,

AUTUMN, WINTER.

in dull season and busy season.
All the year round.

Eflses,LilyDfffiBMlef

and all other choice stock
can be obtained of

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDHN.

• WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street. MEW YORK.

NearTremont St.,

BOSTON. MASS.

CUT SMILAX.

15 cents per String.
JOSEPH E. BONSALL. 308 Garfield Ave., Salem. 0,

Please mention the.\.MERicAN Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on applicatioa

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESALE » FLORIST.

Careful Sliipplngr to all parts of the country.
Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTEB.,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut •Flowers.

67 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

Mention American Klorlsi

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK.

THEO. BOEHBS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 WcsT 30th Street,
NEW YORK! CITY

Established 1879

SAMUEL S. PEN NOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

f>lilli.clelplila, E>a.

Mention Amerlfnn KNirist.

1194

The American Florist.

July

V 12.

^Re geeil Ura^s.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.
D. I. BrsiiNELL. St. Louis, president; S. E. Briggs.
TorODto. 1st vice-president ; A. L.. i>oN. 114 Chambers
■ireet. New York, eecretary and treasurer.

Seed Crop Report from Waterloo, Neb.

Since June 6th we have had bounteous
rains and the outlook for a seed crop is
much better than at that time. The rains
however came too late to secure a good
stand of vines of all kinds, but as we are
now having some fine growing weather
we will without doubt have an average
crop. All kinds of vines with the excep-
tion of cucumbers are nearly ten days
later than they should be, but with con-
tinued favorable weather are likely to
mature all right.

The acreage devoted to cucumbers is
not more than one-fourth that of last sea-
son. About the usual acreage has been
planted to squash, pumpkins and melons,
but the outlook for a heavy crop is not so
good as at this time a year ago. There
is not likely to be so large a surplus of
vine seed this fall as we had in 1893.

Corn is very forward and is look-
ing fine, but the acreage of sweet
corn is not quite so large as a year ago.
Tomatoes have not done well and the
crop will be light. Onion sets will give
an average yield with a slightly increased
acreage.

Another grower says, July 5: "Crops
in general are growing rapidly, weather
the past week having been warm and
showery. Sweet corn, late sorts, shows
a very irregular stand owing to failure to
germinate uniformly; it is estimated that
25 per cent of the acreage planted will be
too late in maturing to make a good
quality of seed. Hail, the night of June
28, destroyed a considerable acreage of
cucumber and watermelon."

The Trade Association of London.

The .Nursery and Seed Trade Associa-
tion, limited, ol London, publishes the
following statement of its objects:

To protect the business of Nurserymen, Flo-
rists, and ?>ccilsmen in the United Kingdom and
abroad Irom fiaud and losses.

To collect and disseminate information bene-
ficial to Members of the Association and eslab-
lUhment of unity amonjgst the Trades.

Speedy and economical collection of debts due
to Memljcrs.

Investigation and arrangement of Bankrupt-
cies and AMignmeuts.

Making trade in(|uiries. and giving informa-
lioo generally.

One of the special benefits derived from
connection with this Association is that its mem-
ber* afford to each other, through the Sccr- lary.
mutual private information as to the financial po-
aitiun and charncu-r of and the extent of credit
which may be safely given to old or Intending
cuHiomei 8.

ThcofTiccrs arc a president, treasurer,
three trustees, a committee of twenty-two,
and a secretory. There is also a six-cificd
solicitor and banker. The president for
1S94- is Mr. N. .N. Sherwood, of Ilurst &
Son, 152 IlounHsditch, li. C, and the
secretary is .\tr. (J. Worrell, 30 Wood St.,
Chcupsidr, li. C.

The annual membership fee is 1 pound

1 shilling forhrimcmcmlKTSHnd 2 pounds

2 shillings lr)r foreign mcmliers.

\Vm. Henry Maile and wife registered
in Erfurt June 19.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

Advertisements under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of 10 cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head.

QITIATION WANTED— By all-round tlorlst. well
O up In trrowlDg roses, doing funeral wotk. etc.
Good references. C P. care American Klorlst.

^^ITI'ATION WAXTEll-B.v single competent florist
kj and ;:ardener: ii good iill-rouud man. Kull partic-
ulars In answer desirable. Address
W. K., "Uardener," 9JS SprluK Garden. Phlla.. Pa.

QITUATION WANTED-By a Danish lioy. ane HI,
O has been running a large steam boUerand helping
In the greenhouses; can also drive and take care of
horseH. Addreas Joii.v.

354 S. 4lh Street. Aurora, 111.

SITUATION WANTKI)-By thoroughly educated
O landscape gardener and horticulturist, to take
charge of some private or public place In Florida. Best
of relerences. Address

W K. 12111 Christy Ave., I^oulsvlllc. Ky.

(JITIA'IKIN WANTED— By a good tlorlst and gar
^^ dener. L'-vperlenced In growing roses. carnatUms
and general 8lt.iek; can take a position In a commer-
cial or private place: age 2? years, single. Can furnish
good reterences. Address Flouist.

P. O. Bo.v 1512. Waukegan. 111.

QITDATION WANTED-As manager or foreman bv
O a practical grower of roses, carnations, violets,
chrysanthemums, decorative plants, etc.. the forcing
of bulbs, making up and decoration a life experience.
Good references. Staie wages, etc

I) N, 12S La Salle St , Room s. Chicago,

TANTED— (iood second-hand Hltclilngs water
heater or smalleonlcat bolle". Address
IJ. A. Ray, bo.v ;«, West New Brighton, N. Y.

^

W^ANTEl) -To purchase a fioriat store, with or wlth-
V T out ^freenhouwes. Middle or eioteni states pre-
ferrod. Address with particulars.

J. CitKASKv. SleuhenvIIle. <>.

"\1''ANTEI>— A soher. wllilnt.'. experlent'od tlorlst wh<t
y \ understands Krowlut,' roses, curnntlons and ^ren-
eral greenhouse stock. Address, slatlnj; experience,
wayes expected, references, and If married or single,
FLnKi.»iT, Vlncennes. Ind.

WANTKIJ— A PARTNKU-ToJoln lue Krowlng and
selllnj* native and furelxn hardy orrmmentiils,
to meet the wants of American and foreign customers.
Trade already well estjibllshed and growing. A Chris-
tian and a prohibitionist preferred. Must be compe-
tent for the business, and free from bad habits.
Some capital needed. Guaranteed a Hrst-class open
Ing for the right man.

WiLKitKi) A. BiuiTHEKTON. Rochester. Mich.

OU KENT (."F3KAP— (ireenhoiises. stocked for cut
Hower growing ,1. H. Am.kn. Surnmerdale, lU.

F

F

OR SALE CHEAP -Large second-hand florists Ice
Box, value about f75. Vai'ghan's Skkd Stuhk.
S8 suite Street, Chicago.

nUR RENT-Greenhouse-over (I.IKK) feet of glass.
' acres of ground; desirable location.

K. S Daiik. Swarthmore. Pa.

OR SALE OR RENT-(Treenhousc. 201KI square ft.
glass. For particulars Inquire of

Tmko Nokiim:. Green Bay. Wis.

tfOR SALK 2 large Hav Trees, round lieads. T feet
' broarl. i;; to U feet hik'h. Shown at World's Kulr.
\'A i(;iiA NS SKKK SiuitK. Chicago.

L''(»U >\\.Y. IllX) l.'et ol J-lnch cast Iron pipe and
F tltllngn. as good iih new.

Ml(S. (iKn. WAl.lMtA ll-:u, Saginaw Mli-h.

F

P^ lit SA LK 1 • Itchlngs No. 14 hot water boiler %\U.
I Weathered same sl/e, %\\i. Both Al ord'.>r.
Write ijulck ;f wanted.

R. A. M« PiiKKoN, LItchlleld. Ill,

F'^Olt SALE CIIEAI' Large, new hard wood atid
ghtsn tlorlstfl Relrlgerator. Csed at World's Fair.
Cohir-'wi). VADiiiANs SkkI) .Stuhk.

1<K\ llK Wesl Washington St., Chicago.

J?i\\\ SALK Si'veral good Kerond-Iumd l«illers. Just
the thing for griM'tihouses. for either steam or hot
wiiti;r h<-ntlrig. In llrst-c'laNs conilltlon. and will bo soUt

Clujap CI.KVKI..\M» STKAM Hoil.KK WoitKS.

Clevelaiid, Ohio.

L^OR KENT A llTHt r'hisNcoinriien-lal plare In subut b

V of riilfiigo. contalnlnu l.'>.IJlMi M<|iiare Tert of glass,
well nto<;ked wlih bust vartetlen of forcing rones. Ad-
dress KKNTKIt.

rare Olnen H. Hughes. t<i[ Wnbash Ave., ('hlcago.

|.'<OK HAl EOK K.VCIIANGE tor Iowa or Missouri

Y Innrl. yrceidiouse In goorl n<irtliwestr<rii tuwn
a<H)d '^ nuifn lnms*'. g<Hid barn; have an exci-llent
tradi* Everytliliig In tlrMl-trhinii order ami new. cen-
Irnllf locAtod and on best stn,*i'i In town. AdclreiN

W W. H , lan- AmerUan Florist.

HulscDosGli Broiners,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs m Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

Illustrated Wholesale Catalogues on application,

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

ENGLEWOOD, N. J.

ONION .i.
SEED. ^^^

CROP 1894.

,^^^^ Prices for New Crop
^ made on Application,

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, -113 & 415 ,Saii8ome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs /I Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.

For CatalogriK', jKhlress

C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTER.

:i toenties Slip. NKW YOKK.

Smilax Plants theap.

Out of 2 audS-iuch pots, also transplanted plants
out of boxes. Never had as fine and large stock
before. Please state uuniber you desire and I will
give you the lowest prices. Safe delivery and
best satisfaction guaianteed with every shipment.
Sample order 10 cts. Terms strictly cash.

Address f-RED SCHNEIDER. Wholesale Florist.

Wyoiniii;; Co.. .\'l' I ICA, N. Y.

A FEW ORCHIDS ?

They are Aery Cheap. They are KaBlly

Grown. They Sell Well.

They alwaya attract attention In store or uroonhouse.

BRACKENRIDGE & CO.,

:I04 W. '\Ia<llni>ii St.,

UAI.TIMOKK, MI).

GflTflUOGUE, PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . IIAI{KISI<III{<i, IM

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wiioiesaie Florists

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

PAINT

OR PUfTY.

For Greenhouses,
Conservatories
Or any other
Structure

HAMMOND'S PAINT AND SLUG SHOT WORKS, FIshkill-on-Hudson, N. Y.

No Paint can be niaile too durable lor the greenhouse
none too haiulstune l(»r the lionu'stcad.

\Vc make PaintH BECAUSE WE KBTOW HOTHr. and have
facilitirH to do it. Wr nliip to all Kaiboud Stations and Boat
LaniliiiKH without reKar<l to dintancc. ancl will make prices laid
down at your depot at fiKurcH which will pay you to patronize a

riith Tfinrk'-t

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1195

our double Von Sion Narcissus to be the TRUE golden
yellow variety. We also guarantee all our Bulbs to
be true to name and color. References as to the qual-
ity of our bulbs we can give you to nearly all the lead-
ing Bulb Importers of the United States.

OUR PRICES ARE EXCEEDINGLY LOW.
ASK FOR OUR 1894 CATALOGUE. _.=.*aa.

Send your orders AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, as we
commence despatching Bulbs soon.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

XvISSK^, near Haarlem, MOIvr^A^IVr).

5,0003000

FREESIAS

We will deliver Freesla Bulbs,
all cliartfes for transportation

Buy FIRST HAND

paid, ns follows:

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000. $4.00

1-4 to 5-8 inch per 1000, $3.00

Liberal discount on lar^rer lots. Send for our price list.
Order NOW your Japan Bulbs. Lonplflorum. Aura-
tums, Uubrums, Albums, we are Headquarters.
We are the ONLY FIK-H In the U. S. who t'uaran-
teeyou SOUND BULBS delivered.
Address all communlcailons to

H. H. BERGER & CO.,

(Established 1878.) SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

I UIV OIlLU. tor delivery.

BERMUDA SPICE LILY I 7 toil in. bulbs, «20 per
Imp. Amaryllis Johnsonii, J lOO; $170 per 1000.
FREESIA REFR, ALBA, 6-16 in. in diani, 82.50 per
ICOOin lotsofSOOO.
" •■ Seed. $2 00 per 1000.

GLADIOLUS SHAKESPERE, 2;4 lo 3 inches in diam.

$lj 00 per 100; Kl) CC per lOUO.
ZEPHYRANTHES ROS A, I large bnlbs, $2 per

FLORIBUNDA I 100; 815 per 1000
ATAMASCO, 81 per 100; 88 per 1000
NERINE SARNIENSIS i large Bowering bulbs, $8
Guernsey Lily, I per 100.

CALLA BULBS, 1 to 6 inches at crown. 87 per 100.
Best var, FRENCH CANNAS, 86 per 100; SJO per 1000.
A liove prl<-eB are for delivery In New York, thence
by Express or otherwise at purchaser's cost. C. O. IJ.
from unknown parties.

I*. II. J^^]ME>»,

Columbia Farm, ST. UEORGES, BERMUDA.

. . DUTCH BULBS. .

TETER YAJH VELSEN &, SONS,

Houtvaart-Overveen near Haarlem, Holland.
Growers of Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Nar-
cissus, etc. Catalogue free on application.
Special prices given for large quantities.

IMPORT

BULB

PRICES.

^li.

ROMAN HYAOINTHS.
jt.li>' 1— til.

LILIUM HARRISII

AND DUTOH BULBS.

FREESIAS Ready, Select Bulbs, per looo, ;6.oo.

^^fOW is the time to order. We are quoting the lowest rates of the season.
«S-APPLE GERANIUM SEEDS, new crop, per 100, 25c ; per lOOO $1 25.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W, Washington St,,

CHICAGO.

Mention American Florist.

HERMANN'S SEED STORE,

413 EAST 34-TH Street,

Near Long Island Ferrj-, NEW YORK.
JUST IN. NEW CROP OF

Primula chin., Cineraria liybr.

We are now readv to book orders for

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM,

ROMAN HYACINTHS, LILIUM HARRISII,

LILY OF THE VALLEY, ETC,

Write for prices, it will save you money.

JOHN BARTH BOS,

BULB GROWER.
OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

A;,;4-iits lor r. S. and (aiDtdii:

C. B. RICHARD & CO.,

61 Broadway, new YORK.

Trade CntiilDu'ue itn appllfatlnn

|]:Jikii>ii:Ji4uk*«:Kni»i4;;

LAItona.Hamburq

_ _ iOLt A6ENTS FOR U.S.AMERIC* a<AM*DA.

CCABEU & <?O.-eOK920.NtWY9RK-

riTGHER & MflNDfl,

HOME GROWN

Lilium Candidum Bulbs

.jl'o iier (liv.cn; Ki.uu per IHI: f'ii.OU per luOO.
SHORT HILLS. NEW JERSEY.

(PLANTS! BULBS!

H Evervlhliik' aiiinTl.iiniin to tho Farm

) and Oardfn of tlio l-cst and choicest

I qualily. PRICES IlIiUlT.

H Catalogue on appUcntintL

WEEBER&DON.

H 114 Chambers St.. New York City.

Mention American KlorlBt.

LILIUM HARRISn.

Orltilniil nn<l lnr*:est yrowi-r^ of tlili* Importnnt bulb.
True Stock. Iaiwcsi rrlces. Best ^"ttllty-

F. R. PIERSON CO.,

T.*KKVT«)\VX-<>N-lirDSO.V, NKW VOKK.

1196

The American Florist

July 12^

RacD* RoCsift.

New Albany. I.\d.— Ben Hains is pre-
panng to start in the business here.

Minneapolis, Minn. — R.J. Mendenhall
is adding about 6,000 feet of new glass.

Portland, Me.— Albert Billings has
started in the business at 277 Sc.John
street.

Saratoga, N. Y. — T. J. Totten has built
one new house for American Beauties for
summer flowers, 20x75.

Traverse City, MicH.-FrankM. Paine
will start into business here, beginning
with a modern greenhouse 20x50.

RrsHviLLE, Ind. — Geo. F. Moore has
sold his greenhouses in Milton, Ind., and
is now engaged in the business here.

Providence, R. I.— John A. Macrae of
Smith street, is building one new house
20x200 and is rebuilding two old ones.

Colorado Springs, Col — Wm. Clark
has built three new houses of which one
is 25x160 one 20x100, and one 10x100.

Richmond, Va— J. H. Haivey & Co.
have built lour new houses 14x75. W.
A. Hammond has built two new houses
of good size.

Burlington, Vt.— W. A. Lee is tearing
down one of his houses and building an-
other one of double the capacity to re-
place it. Fred Dewey is now out of the
business. Mrs. M. D. L. Thompson is
now the Queen City Floral Co.

Milton, Ind — Geo. F. Moore has sold
bis greenhouses to Geo. H. Peet & Son.
They are removing the houses to Cam-
bridge, Ind.. where they will start in the
business. Mr. Moore has removed to
Rushville, Ind., where he is beginning
business again.

Lincoln. Xeb.— C. H. Frev has sold
out his interest in the firm of Frey & Frey
to bis father, H. II. Frey, and has bought
five acres of ground outside the city
limits on which he is building nine green-
bouses, of which two are rose houses 20x
125; two carnation houses 10x125; one
general house 20x125; two 10x125 one
8x100 and 12x60. Attached to same will
be a sales r"om 16x20, together with
good sized boiler house, potting sheds,
etc. The whole plant will l)c hf-atcd by
steam.

Misplaced Generosity.

George: "I have Ix-cn invited to a
flower party at the Pinkles's. What's it
about?"

Jack: "That's one of the notions new
this season. It is a modern form of birth-
Hay party. Ivach guest muBt send Miss
Pinkies n iKiuquct containing as many
fl'iwcrs ns hhc is years old, and the flow-
ers must have a meaning. Study upon
the language of flowers Ijeforc ordering."

Florist's Boy (a few hours later): "A
gentleman left an order for twenty of
thc«c flowers, to be scot to the I'inkles
with hiscard."

Florist: "He's one of my licst custom-
ers. Add eight or ten more for good
iDcaturr." — Society Journal.

Do YOt: want Mr. Scott's seasonable
hints for the year in book form, so that
yoa can refer readily to hix suggestions
for any week in the year? Vou will find
then in this form in our trade directory
and reference book for 1H94-. Price $a.00.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

ReHdy for shipuient from July to Septeiuber.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dr>' roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum. ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1S95.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Iris Kaemplepi, in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best vaneties.

Camellias. Paeonies. Tree Ferns. Raphis, C^cas
Revoluta, superb g^rowing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to So each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 3t2 Wayne St., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

«& TV/TXT A -%r ^

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you for 10 cts.
Price per 100, 75 cts.; J6 00 per 1000,
cash with the order. First lot are all
sold; next lot ready July 1st.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

llerr'8 Pansles are TH?" i'ansles. See adv. later on.

\_>/\l 1 lN/\0« Pot Plants

ROBUSTA. fine for foliage ® ti cents

MME. CttOZY @ 9 cents

PAUL MAKQUANT ®10centa

AI,PHONSB BOUVIKR @l5eent8

HorticulturalTs^tablishment. SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

Plants from last fall; these have a foundation and
will begin to run strong at once. 82.50 per 100;
$20.00 per 1000.

CLEMATIS for Fall Delivery.

Special prices at wholesale, on application.
Splendid slock and assortment.

F. A. BAIiLER, Bloomingtou. HI.

CELERY PLANTS

WHITE PLUME. GIANT PASCAL. GIANT GOLDEN
HEART and GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING.

I'iold-nrown plants, $1.25 per 1000.
The New PINK PLUME, transplanted plants, $.!.,')0
per lOtX). Cash with order.
Sample moiled free.

C. M. GROSSMAN, Wolcottville, IniJ.

nnnpO Mermets, Bride, Gontier,
k||\H\ Perle.Clim.Perie, Sunset,
IIUULUl Wootton, Niphetos, Hoste.

First iiuality stock from 4-in. pots.

PER HUNDRED $10.00.

PER THOUSAND . $90.00.

H(»7 W'aMtiliiudiM SI.. llfirrhi-sliT. .Miih>..

I Iriill. hi'Hiltn ^iMi'k

MERMETS. BRIDES. SUNSETS.

NIPHETOS. LA FRANCE. PERLES,

MME. WATTEVILLE. BON SILENE. METEOR,

PAPA GONTIER.
sirrinu plantn. from :t li.i h |...i«. (^ |.i.r ICO; IT.'i per 1000.

WOOD BROTHERS. Fishkill, N. Y.

Hlponu. Iii'iillliy iiliinl. IrcMN V. ."i, nnil :Hncli p iHi.

Iini'i'. (.1 ui. »l u/iiiiil »; lUMurlUO.

■ ■KKI.K HINSKT. Nll'IIKl'ii?*. .MKIIMKT, IIKIIlK

MKTKIIIt. WIMITIO.S IKiSTK. M. NIKL.

I. A KIIANCK. A.M) AMIANV.

MIninK AM. MKAI'TV. fniiii '.'-liinli |Kila. II.UI jHir IIU.

JOSEPH HEINL. Jacksonville, III.
FORCING ROSES.

STANDARD AND NEW K1ND3.

I'KK IS 1(11. III'.
McCREA S COLE, BATTLt CmmKH.MiCH,

I'lomc mcntuin the- Amkkican I'i.dkist
every time vou write to nn ndvcrtiscr.

TjiAMERIGAN FLORIST GO.'S

DIRECTORY
REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING :

1. The names and addresses of the Florists. Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch o^ the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2. A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch o' the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given.

i 3. A li^t of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Canada.

4. A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.

5. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Roses in commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of iutroducer. and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given.

6. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate descri^ation of
each. Synonyms are noted and varieties that
are very popular with American growers are
designated by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

7. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introduction and
brief, accurate description of each.

8. Seasonable Hints for the year, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
published. It is written in a plain, practical
way, by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

i». A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of essays
read at each meeting, with other information
bi interest.

10. A similar historical sketch of the American
Association of Nurser\'meii.

11. A similar historical sketch of the American
Carnation Society.

12. A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

13. Similar historical sketches of the Florists'
Hail Association of America; of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delive-y Association.

14. A complete list of all National and I^ocal
Trade Organizations, with names and ad-
dresses of principal ofiiccrs, time and place
of meetings, etc.

15. Statistics of Commercial FloricuUure in the
U. S. from the KT-t census.

Iti. Statistics of the Nursery Industry in the U. S.
from the last census.

17. Statistics or Seed Growing in the U. S. from
the last census.

18. A list of Lending Horlicultural Societies, with
name and address of the Secretary of each.

10. Full information about Kx press and I'ostage
rales on plants, shrubs, trees, seeds and bulbs

No less than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

p. O. Drawer 164.

CHICAGO.

Mcnnct.H. Cu'-ins Wnttrvilirs, Iloslr, Mclenr and

I.n I'iniice. ^) (X) ))Ci 1(10.
SI roiiK A nwru'ii ti llciiiitlcii, $r>.00 per 100; $40.00 pe

1000. fiOOal lOOOrnlcB.
«*-Spccinl priccH on ciiinntily. I.ft inc price yonr

HhIh, Cnsli with order.

Wi'hI l''<iri'Ml i'Jirh. SI. l.diilH, iMii.

Please mention the Ainerican Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

1894.

The American Florist.

1197

FORCING ROSES.

The nice, clean stock of forcing roses in
following numbers and varieties, true to
label. Must be sold to make room.

300 Brides, 4-inch; 600 3-inch.

1300 Mermets, 4-inch; 340 3-inch.
640 Perles, 4-inch; 525 3-inch.
SO Mme. Testout, 4-inch.
250 La France, 4-inch.

4-inch $10.00 per 100: 3-inch $6.00 per 100.

580 Bridesmaids, 3-inch JS7.00 per 100

100 Kaiserin Augusta, 3-inch. ..10.00 per 100

80 Mme. Testout, 4-inch for |12.00

50 American Belle, 4-incli for 10.00

100 American Beauty, 3-inch for lO.OO

160 " " 4-inch 18c. each

175 " " 5-inch 25c. each

Cash must accompany order.

FRED. BURKI, wholesale Florist,

BELLEVUE, Allegheny Co., PA.

Mention AmerlCfin Flurtsl.

AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

strong plants from 2;^-inch pots,

|50.00 per 1000.
From 3-inch pots, $70.00 per 1000.

TESTOUTS AND BRIDESMAID.

From 3-inch pots, ^6.00 per 100.
BRIDES, 3-inch pots, |5.00 per 100.

Chrysanthemums.

strong plants of leading varieties. Our
selection. $3 per 100; |25 per 1000.

J. T. ANTHONY3

2205 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO.

Strong, clean, vigorous stock of

CUSINS, BRIDES, MERMETS.
METEOR, BRIDESMAID, PERLES,

in 2y2, 3 and 4-inch pots; cheap for casli.

GEO. E. FANCOURT,
Wilkes-Barre, Pa.

Rose Plants.

I'er IIJU Per 100

BRIDES 2yi-\n. $4.00 3-inch $6.00

MME HOSTE.... 3-inch 6.00

K. A. VICTORIA 2V-;-in. 5.00 3-inch 8.00

NIFHETOS 3-inch 6 00

LA FRANCE 2>^-in. 4 00 3;^-in. 9.00

Fine, thrifty, healthy stock.
BROWN & CANFIELD,

srKINlil'IKLU, ILL.

IX ENDLESS VAKIETIES.

2',, iyi and 4_;^-inch pots.
CUT SMILAX always on hand.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, 0.
SURPLUS ROSES.

300 Mermets, 4-iD @ ilc.

50 Brides. 4-ln @ (ic.

70 " 3-in @ 3c.

60 Perles, -l-ln @ 6c.

35 •• 3-tn @ 3c.

I.l SiiIriiiK.. j-ln @ tJc.

■JO Hun SIleiH'. Mn .@ tV
;w I 'II pii Cornier. Mn. t;c.
liO Nlplu'tow, J ln....@ 5e.

Win take 100 Mums In Mnch pots In part pajment
Send list and price.

CRABB & HUNTER,
609 Madison Ave., liniud liapids. ^Hch.

Strong
Field
Grown

ROSES

Better
Than
Imported

15 ACRES OF HYBRID PERPETUAL, MOSS AND CLIMBING ROSES.

Extra strong, bushy, well developed plants. No better
in the world. Sure to please.

General assortment of leadiugf varieties, including- following best forcing sorts:

GENERAL JACQUEMINOT, MAGNA CHARTA
PAUL NEYRON, ULRICH BRUNNER

MRS. I. H. LAING, M. P. WILDER.

PRINCE CAMILLE DE ROHAN.

Special rates on early orders booked for coming Fall or Spring delivery.

FULL ASSORTMENT HARDY PLANTS AND SHRUBS, BULBS, FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL
TREES, SMALL FRUITS, GRAPE VINES, ETC,

No trouble to show stock or quote prices. Catalogues and Price Lists free.
40th YEAR. 29 GREENHOUSES. WOO ACRES

THt STORKS k HARRISON GO.,

PAINESVILLE, OHIO.

AMERICAN BEAUTY

BRIDESMAID

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA.
MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT

LA FRANCE

DUCHESS OF ALBANY

MERMETS

BRIDES

PERLES

CLIMBING PERLE

SENATOR McNAUGHTON

WICHURAIANA

GREENHOUSES:
Western Springs, III

. FINE. THRIFTY STOCK.

.2>^-inch $7.00 33^-inch $'3 00

6.00 12.00

6.QO 12.00

6 OO 12.00

4.00 9.00

4.00 9.00

4.00 9.00

4 00 9.00

4 50 10.00

5.00 11. OO

1O.00
4.00

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

CHICAGO:

) 146-148 W. Washington St.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perle, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany, Gontier,

White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch pots,

S5.00; 3-inch pots, ;g6.00 per hundred.

AIVIERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, g6.00; 3-inch, gS.OO per hundred.

THIS STOCK IS WEI.I. <iKOWX AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORGING ROSES.

READY FOR

IMMEDIATE

PLANTING.

l-'uUy eqiml to tbuse sent nut the InHt two yciirs, (int1 pL-rleclly lifalliiy In every respect, only selected
growtlilriiMi flnwrrUiK sliuots used In propii^rntlnK.

GEN. JACOUEMINOT, KAISKKI.v ,\. V

ULIUCH BKUNNEK, HKIDKSIIA I U,

3-Inch pots, S9.00 per 100.
PERLES. SUNSETS,

SAFKANO, NIPHKTiK,

S-lnch pot«. f ; (10 per KiO.

Mention American Flonst.

SOl'V. Ut: \VO«)TTON, .METEOR,

LA FR.VNCE, »»-.i.i>.,

4-ineh pots, J12.00 per 100.

BON SILENE, .MERMETS,

UKIOES, MME. HOSTE,

4 Inch pots. $10,110 per 100.

Cusins

Niphetos. Testonts,
Iia France. Mermets,

Brides, Bridesmaids.
Ferles, meteors. Hostes,
From 2. 3 and 4-in. pots.

AcUirese for quotations

T. W. STEM.MLER

Sole Ajtents for U. S. for Clias. Itlaclntosh & Co., Kii^^luixl, Inventors of Vulciinlzed India Rubber,

K\tr;l stroiii" LTcrnliuuse hose tn wlthj-l.-ind hluh pri'wsnre. -^t-ln , :;-ply. I.'o. per fool In rjl feet len^rths

VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

AMERICAN BEAUTY,

TESTOUT, K. A. VICTORIA, BRIDES-
. MAID, BRIDE, MERMET, METEOR
PEKLE, SUNSET, CUSIN, LA KKANCh, :; and J-iuch pots, prime slock, shipped .it special flo-
rists'rates. Packing light. I o IJ nriii i i j ti ■
Writefor prices, including delivery to your Express office. A. 0. MaCDtAN, LaKeWOOO, N.J,

1198

The American Florist.

July 12,

Reooi* RofeA.

Harman, Colo. — C. J. Hurt is building
7,000 (eet ot Lew glass here.

JrxcTlo.N CiTV, Kans.— \V. P. Ranson
is again in the business here.

YouNGSTOW.s, 0. — E. Hippard is re-
building four houseseach 20.xl00.

RlTiiERFORD, X. J. — Mr. Wm. P. Kes-
teloo, the florist, and Miss Nellie Spects
were married June 16.

Sparta, Wis — Mr. N ck Greivelding is
adding a new liouse 18x100. upon which
he will use 14-.\20 glass.

Des Moines, Ta. — W. L. Morris is build-
ing two rose houses each 20x116. and
two violet houses each 11x116.

Chattanooga, Tenn.— The Chatta-
nooga Floral Society now has lod mem-
bers and will soon give an exhibition.

Toledo, O. — Mr. EwaldSuder and Miss
Ella Suder are taking a vacation in
Europe, the latter to pursue her musical
studies.

Washington, D. C. — Henry Ilolzapfel,
Jr. has resigned his position with the
World's Fair Bureau of Awards and has
returted to his home inllagerstown, Md.

Davenport, Ia. — C. Dannacher is now
building one shortspan-to-the-south
house 200x20. and one 100x20 of the old
style. F. L. Bills is building two houses
9x100 and one 100x11.

Ottawa, Can.— H. Parks is building a
place of his own and his old landlord Mr.
A. French takes the old place and will
enter the business. Mr. French is now
adding two houses each 100x20.

Parkersiiurg, W. Va. — Hail and wind
deatrojed three to four hundred panes of
glass in the greenhouses of Adolph Hichic
recently. This is the first storm of the
kind since he has been established therein
1877. He had no insurance.

Lancaster, Pa.— Mr. A. D. Rohrer has
retired trom the business, having sold out
to a new firm, Landis & Co. The new
firm is composed of his nephew, Mr. A. K.
Rohrer, and Mr. Lcaman Landis, both
men of long experience in the business.

Uesveb, Colo. — Harrison H. Given is
now building four rose houses and re-
ulazing lourtccn plant houses. C. J.
Hurt IB building 7,000 feet of new glass
at Harman, Colo. J. L. Russell is build-
ing 10.000 Icetol new glass in this city.

t'TlCA, N. Y.— F. Riley is building two
100-loot houses. I". Crowe is adding
two houses, one 100 leet long and the
other 1+0 fcei. J. C. Miglow is building a
new 100-foot house. R. Campbell has
started in the business on Highland Ave.

Terrr Hai'TK, Inij.— John G. HcinI in-
tends to build five or six new houses in-
cluding a show house 70x20. .Mr. HeinI
has sold bin new plnic lo the Cciwiin
Bros., having made nrr.-ingemcnlN with
them to take the cut flowers they grow.

LoNC Island City, N. Y.— The green-
houses ol Theo I,iitkncr lieing in the line
of a large sewer now licing liuilt he lins
had to take the houics down, lieing in-
demnified for the trouble and rxiiensc,
and he is in doubt as lo whether he will
rebuild on the old place or seek a new lo-
cation.

0

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May and June Propagated.

MR.S. ROBT. CRAIG, HARRY BALSLEY, MRS.

J. G. WHILLDIN, EDA PRASS, GLORIO-

SUM, V. H. HALLOCK aud IVORY,

s:s.00 per 100.

ermenilda. w. r. smith, the queen,

W. G. NEWITT and NIVEUS,
#.'-.. 00 per 100.

Prices of other varieties ou ap\>licatioii.

Nathan Smith & Son,

167 W. Maumee Street.
— ADRIAN. MICH.

Mention Anierlran Florist.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express. .$4.00 perlOOO
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by

mail 50c per 100

C.VSH %VITH OKDKK.

S. O. STREBY,

Luck Itox 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.
Address Q^QRQE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

Tuberous Begonias.

.KIMIN S S'lUAIN

Medal awarded World's Fair.
Wcitri' lMt4ii|<tuiLrt<'nt fur tht*
- nlKiv<'.tli«* llru>nt (ttnilii In thi*
world. Hi-nd for llliiNtriited
(1CfK!rlptlTO catAloifUo with coiiyrtiflit onifrnvliiKn- U
lollnyon nil nlHiiit thoin,

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thot. GriMin. Mqr

W.-5tl)ury Station. L. I.. H. Y

The Water (lardcn.

■^IM-cliil iin.l llrirdy WhI^t l.llUit of nil coN.rn,

VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI. EURYALE FEROX.

NcluniMiuiiH In viirli'ty. Ilnnljr ornnmi'iiUtI plutilA.
■ iiUiii|cintlr' itlitiila. utr,. v\v.. NTiiipliirn I Jiydi-krrl
ro*4iii innnrdi'd n .Mi'dnl nl Worldn Kulri; iinmt rlinriii
Inv of nil th« llAi(i>v LIIIi'd; ft r^Xtirli

rnitor Coliiriililiin NovoMli-n -c*' ii\\n\'f)i\iv

WM. THICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J.

ZiRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been magui-
ficent this season. Never befoie have we ob-
tained such size and colors; and as usual, wher-
ever exhibited, have eclipsed everj'thing else, re-
ceiving also the most flattering testimonials from
the leading florists and seedsmen all over the
country*.

New seed ready now of both the Giant Market
aud Giant Fancy in trade packets of 1*,000 and 500
seeds respectively at one dollar each, with practi-
cal directions for growing paiisies. Also plants
for sale later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL.

. . . NEEDHAM, MASS.

Pansy* Seed.

The JENNINGS STRAIN of high grade Pansv
Seed. New crop now ready. Saved wlih special care-
from only the very finest varieties and (warranted)
tlrst-clnes in every respect.

THE JENNINGS XX STRAIN.

The cream of Pansies. Grand colors mixed, pkt..
lottU seed. ¥1.10; 1 oz.JS.tX).

Tbe .Jennings Strain. Hnest mixed, pkt. JI.UC about
25(10 seed; 1 oz. Jii.lX); 3 ozs Jl:i.t)0. No eKlm milk In this,
strain. (Tliey are just as good as 1 can miike "em).
To my old patrons 1 wcukl shv tlu-y are a big Improve-
ment over Inst season more variety and tlner colors.
The best strain f(tr florists either for winter bloom or
spring sales; all large tlowerlUH;.

Black I)r Kaust. tjnest pkt.. 2500 seed. ¥1.00

Finest VelU)w. blackeye " " 1.00

I'ure White, t tie best ... *• '• 1.00

Victoria, bright red pkt , 1000 seed. 1.00

All my .lun growth of IWl. Half pkta. of any of the
above 6llc. I'lense send money orders or registered
letter. Cash with order. Address

E. B. JENNINGS. Wholesale Pansy Grower,
I>ock Box 2.'>4. SOrTQPOUT, CONN.

Mention American Florist.

! Roemer's Superb Prize Pansies. {

I The tltiest strain of PansleB In tilt' World. I

♦ Introducer and Grower of all the leading »
J No velties. J

iCatntotrne free on aiU'Hctitlon. 4

FRED ROEMER, SEED GROWER, \

neupernto liTtli; nilttp .Tunl. Illunien nlier H zoll
Im DiirctuiiffHiT. Hchone l-'nrtn. nit'lst hello Karben,
von uiniherlietlllcher (.hialltiit. lUlXI Korn Jl.UU;
5000 Korn Jl In Itrh-fniarken od( r Tost Anwelaun^'.

l-^rlort, .l.Tiiiiiny.

Pansies Worth Raising.

There is money in them. They have proved
it again, even iu these hard times. NKW
SKIU). peTfectly ripe, RKADY NOW.

Oiif |»ir){iiK:f, 1-8 of Hii on lire ]$ I .OO

rivf IDii-kaiceH 1.(10

Canh with order

CHRISTIAN SOLTAU,

1!MI (intiil .Avi'., .IKKSKV i^lTV, N. .1.

Mention AnicrlCfin Horlnt.

EXTRA PANSY SEED.

MAMMOTH SUNBEAM STRAIN.

A grand iHiIlerl Ion ol glunt llowerlim viuietlCM, very
largu. of iierrect lonii. and choice ei)l4)rs: carefully
nc'fcled; l>elter Heed plaiitH this yeiir tlinnever: ro-
cclvc very high praise rnnn my ciihioMicr»: no Hnor
htm In ofTiTrd n\\\ « brrc; Il.it intu wlmuld s<iw of il.

•fili.lr \'k\ .-Ml ^r.-iN. ■_%■; :; pkt». <A-; C pktl*. H.OO. A
pl.t olili.Mir« \IiiiiKi'\ hiicc i'iinf*\ wUh every f I order.
.loilS I. IU 1*1'. ShircMiitiiHtown, I'a.

-r«v DRHER'S
Garden SttDS,

Planti, Bulbs & Requiiitet.
Tlu-y arc the betl nt the
oweit pricei. Trade Litt Is-
iicd (piarterly, mailed free
o the trade only.
IIKNKV A. I»KKKK.
riilliftdiilplilii, I'a.

ANTIPEST.

THE GREAT

Kf>r pitrl IritltirH, Hi^e lu^xt. wi<rk.

R. W. CARMAN, Genl Aqt.,

*1 AmllTHlrMl. KLUBILINO, ypMDt Co., N T.

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Siebrecht&Wadley,

rozi bill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World,
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for Stove. Greenhouse and Con-
servatory. .....

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to Interview
buyers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 205 Greenwich St.. New York City,

"HELEN KELLER"

The new Carnation ; pure ^vbite, deli-
cately marked with red.

E*rlce for well Rooted Cuttings:

$;i.00 per dozen; *12.00per 100: J-25 00 per 250:
SW.OO per 1000. 500 at lOUO rate. Orders may
be sent either to

JOfiPi N. Mfly,
Summit, N. .F.

EDWIN LONSDALE,
Chestnut Hill.Phila.

FRED. DORNER & SON,

Carnation
Growers,

-^.-^.LA FAYETTE, IND.

Mention American Florist.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings aH sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the

fill ^

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Chester Co., PA.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

■^™ JACQUEMINOT

. . OA.I«lVATIOIV

IB endorsed as a shipper and keeper: sells at slKht.
and Is at present a mass of buds and blooms. NO
IVI<>KEs.\M PLKS— we cannot spare the lime. Send
for circular. Per dozen. J2.II0: per lUO. JIU.UO; per lUOO.
JNU.OO. •-'5(1 at KXJO rate.

PETER FISHER & CO..

KLLI.S, Norfolk Co., MASS.

HEALTHY ROOTED CUTTINGS

Carnations I Chrysanthemums.

STANDARD VAUIKTIKS.
MARIE LOUISE VIOI.KT RUNNERS.
SMILAX, 2!^-lnch pots.

Satisfaction and prompt shipment guaranteed.

SAMUEL. J. BUNTING.
Klmwootl Ave. & 58tli St.. PHIU-V., PA.

Carnations a Specialty

Rooted CultlnKS and Ytmnu Plants Fold out.
Nice Fleld-Qrown Plants In Sept. Send for ijrlces.
GEO. HANCOCK & SON. Grand Haven. Mich.

(Shekwood II.vll Nursery Co.)

No. 427-0 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

IIE.VDQUAKTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Nativo Bulh.s. LILY Rill RQ

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

Grow Swainsoi,

The best and most profitable pure white flower
grown. Takes the place of Roman hyacinths or
lily of the valley, producing spikes of flowers from
4 to Ij inches long, in the greatest abundance the
entire year — never out of bloom — lasting well
when cut. 100 Swainsona will pay you three
times as much as same space in best carnations.
No florist should be without this most useful flower.
After a trial it will be considered indispensable.

EASY TO GROW.

An exceptionally good and paying cut flower.

Strong young plants, $1.00 per doz.:

$6.00 per 100.

Larger ones. $1.50 per doz.: $10 per 100.

FAUST & BRO.,

MERION STATION, P. R. R.. PA.

Mention American Florist.

New Catalogue (No. 1)
containing over 1.000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use.
such as envelopes, letter
heads, bill-heads, cards,
advers., floral desigfns, etc.,
at from ;iOc. and upwards.
Price of Catalogue 2.5 cts.
(deducted from SI order).

A. BLANC,

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA. PA.

m PTERIS TREMULA

From 2'4-inch pots, 10 to 12 inches
liish, ready to pot into 4s, $3.50 per
100; |;30 00 per 1000.

R. WITTERSTAETTER,

. . . SEDAMSVILLE, OHIO.

Water Plants.

Eichhornia Azurea (New Blue Water Hyacinth),

each 20c; dozen 81.7.5.
Eichhornia (Pontederia) Crassipes Major (Water
Hyacinth). 82.00 per 100, prepaid, or JS.OO per
lOtO, not prepaid.

Kach noz. Per 100

Nelumbium Speciosum S .40 8-5.00 825.00

Nymphaea Devoniensis .... .50 .5.00

Flava ... .20 2.00 8.00

Odoiata 10 1.00 6.0O

■• Gigantea 20 200 12.00

Zanzibarensis Azurea, in
bloom . .-10 3..50 25 00

Rosea, in bloom. . . .10 3.50 25.00

Dentata . ..50 4.00 30.00

Pistia Stratiotes or Water Lettuce .15 1.00

Myriophyllum Proserpinacoides or

Parrots Feather. . . .15 1.00

Sarracenia Variolaris. .10 .50 3.00

Limnocharis Humboldtii (Water

Poppy) . . .10 tie 4.00

Small plants of N. Zanzibarensis and N. Oentata,
10c each, or seeds 10c per large packet, or 82 00 per
ounce, not prepaid.

Nephrolepis Exaltata (Sword Feni). selected plants
from open ground, SI2 00 per lOlXl, or 82.UO per 100,
delivered.

BRAND & WIGrtERS.

SAN ANTONIO, FLORIDA.

Cyclamen Seeds.

KOCH'S SUPERB PRIZE CYCLAMEN.

The Finest Strain in the World.

llrlKht dark red imio seeda $4.50

Roseof Marlenthal IIXXI seeds 4.50

White with carmine eye lOOu seeds ;t.7j

.Mont Illanc. E\TH.\ mwseeds ti.i'i

Cash with order.

LUDWIG KOCH. Wandsbek, Hamburg. Germany.

ghrMMMDms.

From 2;2-in. pots, c $3 per 100.

STRONG SMII.AX. from JHi-lnch pol«, R.W per

lUU: JSo.UI per 1000.
PANSIES, from cold frame. 115.00 i>er 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishklll, N. Y.

Please mention the America.n Florist
every time you write to an advertisers.

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July

12.

Toads in the Greenhouse.

Your correspondent Mr. H. Goold is
quite correct in what he says regarding
the toad as an insect exterminator. The
late Mr. James Taplin was a great be-
liever in the usefulness of this creature,
and always kept a number of them in his
houses. When at South Amboy, N. J.,
years ago, in addition to the toads a
large palm house was the home of several
turtles and a few pet lizards, all very
tame. The turtles were especially fond of
worms, while the lizards, withtheir won-
derful activity, made havoc among flies
and any other winged insects. One of the
lizards had a habit of following Mr. Tap-
lin all over the house, and its death un-
fortunately resulted from thisfamiliarity,
as its master stepped back suddenly one
day, unaware that it was at his heels,
and crushed the confiding reptile. The
toads were particularly useful in the fern
houses as slug destroyers; if my memory
is correct they didn't fancy sow bugs, but
the turtles ate them eagerly. It made the
boys very ready to pick up any stray
insect they might see on their rounds,
because it was amusing to seethe reptiles
gobble them down. R.

Chicago to Atlantic City.

The Chicago Florist Club has secured a
special low rate to the S. A. F. conven-
tion at Atlantic City, over the Pennsyl-
vania railroad. Train leaves Chicago at
3 p. m. Sunday, August 19, passing over
the .\llegheny Mountains in daylight and
reaching Atlantic City Monday evening.
Florists in the west and northwest who
wish to join the party are cordially
invited to do so. Berths may be reserved
and further information obtained by ad-
dressing the chairman of the Chicago
Club's committee, Mr. G. L. Grant, 322
Dearborn street, Chicago.

Botanical.

Teachick — " 'Yc shall sow the wind, and
ye shall reap' — what?"
Bright Pupil — "Air tilants."

— Chicago Tribune.

THE BATAVIA LABELS

Are theiinnMiUi.,-?.l. I.".^.u■^l ihhI i-lieuin-ct label

In Uie martt'l. We ryirr.v ii roiiiplfti: llncof InhcjH iitiil
■Ukca ftUlU*)! I" every iiiirin>M' rnnylnii In cUe from 'IW
Inchto to 4 Iwt .Note the prices Vou ciiiinol ullord
U> mmke yuur own. ChhIi with iirdvr.

l-irr I.AIIEIH. IM.AI.N. KM-HKHH l-ltKI'AII). fAINTKl).

Wneh ZlcperlUOll 4lk: . Vic :i')C

»)<^n -TJc •• «5o|ii5c 46c

4-rncli Xx •• ... TUc HOC (*c

Mnch ...40c •• mclll.UU Mc

KrelKht la cheaper im Imrec quBntlllco. J<cnd u» «
trlat orrler. HnmpleM ami cntnlfiifiiuii true.

PAI.MS lire iilwiiyii In (leirmrMl. We irlve IT. :ixMn.
rorC[nri<l ;;l for »'i. Ijitiinlnn. Kentlim nrel the tM'hl
•ortJi. -ee liiMt No f'-r N|M-4 litl I liter

U'll.l.l VMS ii SUNS CO., Il»lii\lii, III.

August Rolker & Sons,

I36&I38 W 24lh8l., Uqui Yntlf
P. 0. Station E. llCn lUlK)

Supply the Trade with

Biilb-s, rSfiCds and RwiuirSites.

TO

CELERY

BA.CCO >••■' 10"'" '-oc. •i' ""*>""•

■U U & X • •tf-hainpic FmiK.

Vaughan's Seed Store, !"' Chicago.

PLANTS, »1.'J<) per 1<'<'0.

'^rioiiK. \\f\\ riKitril itnd
Ntocky.

A(l'lrr«« CELERY PLANT CO.. Kilamaioo. Mich.

Mention the American Fiorist when
writing to adverti'iers on ihis page.

Dmensto&s oltMsBoi:

26 Inches long by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches hlf^h.

Two sectlona.

^^^

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

MaEttlaciarc TEE BKT LETTERS IN TEE MARKET.

Sizes IK'in. and 2-in. 2.00 per 100. Patent
fastener with each letter.

cThls wooden box nicely stained and varnislied, I8.\30xl3,
made In two Bectione, one for each size letter, given away witli lirst order of 500 letters.

A. Rolker & Sons, Neiv York.

Marschuetz. & Co., 35 N. 4tli St., Fhlla., Pa.

F. K. McAUister, 33 Dey St., New York.

A. 1>. Perry & Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,

New York.
A. Herrman. 415 K. 34th St., New Y'ork.
Krnst Kautmann&Co., 113 N. 4th St., Phila.
H. Bayers<lorfer & Co., Philadelphia. Pa.
A. C Kendal, 115 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Out., Ag:ent for

Canada.
K. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, lU.
Wisconsin Flower Fxchange, 131 Mason St ,

Milwaukee, Wis.
H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cin-
cinnati, O.
T. AV. Wood & Sons. 6th and Marshall Sts.,

Klchmond, Va.
.las. Vick's Sons, Kochester, N. Y.
C. A. Kuehn, 1123 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo.
1>. It. Long. Huft'alo, New York.
C. F. Huntlngrton & Co , In<lianapoli8, Ind.
Z. We Forent Kly & Co., 1034 Market St.,

I'hiladelphla. Pa.
Portlanil Se<-<l Co.. 171 3d St., Portland, Ore.
A. Herniitn, 415 K. 34tli St., New Y'ork.
Oeo. A. Sutherland, 67 ItronilieUlSt., lioston.
Welch liros.. No. lA Heacon St., Boston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music Hall Place,

Boston.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

ODR NEW SCRIPT LETTER, $4.00 per 100.

N. P. McCAKTHT, I Address 13 Green St..
Treas. & Mangr. | Boston, Mass.

Address all correspondence to t Music Hal( Place.

We have a new FASTENKR which we oonslder
a decided snccess. Any customers having old style
fasteners which they wish to exchange, can do so
witbont additional cost by writing ns.

These Letters are handled by

H. BAYERSDOEFEE & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

PHTT.AT)EI.PHIA, FA.

Our new Oatalogue is now out, free upon
Application.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers of

•CYPRESS-

[ti

LOUISVILLE, KY.

-/

2)«)v1ANZ

(^COMPANY-
~ iRAVfcHS

ie3 /r\ONWX>C 5TRPCT-

MflRSGHUETZ & 60.,

Florists' SuDDiies.

23 & 26 N. 4th St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA.
Send for Catalogue ^^^^^^

MEDAL JlWflRDED. ^^'

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North I III SIi-.mI.
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

largest and finest stuck In the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St.. Jersey City. N.J.

Oil iKit Im' iI<-('4-|v(>(| hy liir<<rlor (i)lii/lcr
I'dliitH, ImiI UNI* only ....

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

>liiiiiirii(-t iir«-il hy tlii«

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
Itl'il.I.KX ii.i.i:, N. .1.

jD SEBIRE^ 6c SOAIs

When writini; Id any of llic advertisers
on this page please mention the AMKKlCAri
Flokist.

.Mriitlnii AiiiiTlr-

ox 920. Ntw York.

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SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST !

Aren't you tired polnff through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tllatlng sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for V If you are

We have pot just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure" for
about half the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

Every florist, market gardener, ownerof lawn, grass-
plat or flower-bed. In fact everyone who has a faucet
and hose should have the Kliiney Pump (patent ap-
plied for) for applying' liquid manure, fungicides and
Insecticides to plants. Feed your plants, fertilize your
lawns by using liquid manure. The cheapest, simplest
and most sclentiflc spravlng pump In use. Sent pre-
paid fory2.5U~8praylng valve attachment 50c. Pump
complete Sl.OO. Send for circular. Address

HOSE CONNECTION CO., Kingston, Rhode Island.

Only 29 Klngstons In the U- 8. Get the state straight.

"They are a good thing.*' "A very valuable labor
saving device."— W. N. Rltdd. Sec'y Mt. Greenwood
Cemetery Asso.. III.

"The most valuable labor saving Invention I ever
used."— C. E. Weld, Rosllndale. Mass.

BE UP TO DATE3

And get the BEST. This is it.

The Champion Ventilating Apparatus.

CHEAP. DURABLE. EFFICIENT.
Circular tells tlie whole story. It Is free.

AMERICAN ROAD MACHINE CO.,

KhNNKTT SOl'.MiK, TA.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gutter op.

Correspondence solicited. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

FMNGIS' COMBATED HflU) FAST GLAZE POINTS.

PATENT APPLIED FOR.

SURPASSiALL OTHERS YET INTRODUCED IN THE

MARKET FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES

AND HOT BED SASHES.

Made from brass, it never rusts. The hook near
the end holds it firmly in position. Can be used
either right or left, only one size needed. No special
tools required, any screwdriver will do the work,
easily driven in. Sliding of glass impossible, no nat-
ural force will remove it. Letter C shows the point
as it is made; letter D, how to bend it over; letters A
and B, when in position. Directions on each box.
Manufactured by the NOVELTY POINT WORKS. Price
50 Cents Dcr box of 1000 Points. Can be sent by mail
lor 13 cents in addition.

FRANCIS' METAL STEMMING POINTS.

See advertisement In last Issue.

Z. DE FOREST ELY & CO.,
A. KOLKEK & SONS, - -
yrsi. ELLIOTT & SONS, -
C. H. .lOOSTKN, - - -
F. E. MCALLISTER, - -
WEEBER Hi DON, - - -

.A-O-EISTTS:
Pliiladelphia.

- New York.

- New York.

- New Y'ork.

- New York.

- New York.

PETER HENDERSON & CO., New York
MAKSCHUETZ & CO., - - PhUadelphla

J. A. SIMMERS
S('HLE<;EL & FOTTLER,
HINTIN<;T()N SEED CO.,
JOHN C. MONINGER CO.,

Toronto.
- - Boston.
Indianapolis.
- Chicago.

GENERAL AGENT FOR AMERICA AND EUROPE:

HERMANN ROLKER, Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

Reduce Your Coal Bills.

THE FURMAN BOILERS have a high reputation for

Staunchness, Durability and Safety, and are
GREA T COAL SA VERS.

WE MAKE A SPECIALTY OF GREENHOUSE HEATING

Over 150 styles and sizes, for .Steam and Hot

Water; alsoa full liueof Horizontal

Steel Tubular Hollers.

T.,et us makeyouan estimate free. Send forcatalogue

The HERENDEEN MANUFACTURING CO.

Home Office and Woukp :

39 Vine Street, GKNEVA, N. Y.

New England OrrirE: 51 Olivur strict, Bnsiim. Mass.

New VuitK Office: Taylor Biiliainp, 3*.* Cortlandt Street. New York City.
Westeux office ; 131 Lake Street. Chicago.

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Conventionwas to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

^

^^

Ml

^ f

}\

No repairs for 5 years,
no ctiains to break
as is tlie result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

E>« mr»P*A.I«I>, 'Vo^a.ngfsto^w-xa., Olilo.

ESTABLISHED

8 66.

MANUFACTURED BV

N. STEFFENS

335 EAST 2IV ST. NEW YORK.

EVANS' IMPROVED

Challenge

Ventilating

Apparatus

Write for IlIiistriiteilCatiiloKiie.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS.
Kichiiionil, liid.

Tobacco Dust.

Per barrel (about 125 lbs.), $2.50.
Sample free by mail.

HERRMANN'S SEED STORE,

41.3 East :S4tli Street,
near Long Island Ferry. NEW YORK.

Please mention the American Florist
every time you write to an advertiser.

SAVE TIME.

SAVE TEMPER.

When UNSTRAPPING vour
boxes think of the

WORKEASY BUCKLE CO.,

Ti.u.K xrAHK. (11 ATII \>T. N. .1.

PATENTC

I Trade-Marks, Copyrights, Etc. ^^ ■

1 GHflNDLEE & MflCflULEY.Vl/

Atlantic Building,

WASHIJTQTON, D C.

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

1202

The American Florist.

July

I2\

Influence of Colored Light on Plants.

In Public Opinion for May 24 appears
an article on this subject translated from
the French of M. H. Marsan in the Paris
Rei-ue des Revues. Numerous experi-
ments by French scientists are described
and the following table is given as show-
ing the results obtained by M. M. A. Vil-
lon.

"Taking as a base the growth under
white light, and designating this by 100,
we find:

Culture under white glass 100

chrome orange 160

" " violet with manganese 160

•• cobalt blue 140

" " blue from copper 120

" silver 60

*' " uranium 40

'• gold 40

" " red with protoxide of copper . . 15

" " green with protoxide of iron* . 10

"M. Villon found that the best light is
that which passes through the manga-
nese violet, which allowsthered light, the
violet rays and calorific rays to pass
through. Experiments made with flow-
ers have shown that they grow more
quickly under the influence of violet and
orange color. The shade of violet in
which red predominates seems to be most
favorable. Red flowers, like the carna-
tions and roses, accommodatethemselves
best to green light, blue flowerstoyellow.

"This science relating to the influenceof
colors on plants has numerous shades,
the discovery of which will doubtless
prove a great benefit in the future devel-
opment of vegetation. For example, ac-
cording to M. Villon, in their earliest
stages, roses develop best under a violet
light, but when about to flower a gilden
screen through which the green rays can-
not pass serves best."

A New Use for Egg Shells.

A correspondent writes us that when
visiting a florist in a smalltown he noted
a curious way of treating some seed.
This florist had filled a pan with soil into
which he had plunged egg shells that had
a small hole in the bottom, and these
(hells were also filled with soil and the
seeds planted in the shells. The idea was
that he might lift the seedlings without
disturbing their roots, when the time
came to transfer them to a pot. This
elaborate carefulness struck our corres-
jjondcnt as quite humorous and in conse-
(jucncc he writes us a note about it.

Standard Flower Pots.

10 per cent, off for cnuli with order. Special dla-

orjunt on larue ortlem. We carry n lame

Ktiirk on hand of }nnA ttronK pota.

PRICE LIST OF STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

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Addrr^, HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

.... 1 OkT l;llWA«U, N. V.

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wSc^ ■' Heaters

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pf JOHN DICK, Jr.,

L^ Philadelphia. Pa.

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Till'. iroHsH IH STOI.HN
DO IT NOW.
iOHN C. ESLER. Sec'). F H. A.. Saddle Ri«er. N. J.

HAIL

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Keene, N. H., June 4, 1891.
LOCKLAND I^UMBER CO..

Gentlefnen: — Have used lumber from your firm each season for
four years past, usiug over 10.000 feet of double thick glass in the
time. We find your lumber clear, first-class stock and well worked.
That we like it you may know by our inquiry for more for coming
season. Very respectfully, ELLIS BROS.

GUTTER MaTERiaL, RliDGES, SSSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CTFRESS used.
For circulara and estimates ADDRESS

LOGKLflND LUMBER GO.

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Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral estabUshments
in the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES; 713. T>-S, 1^1 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the firmof Sipfle Dopflel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor. The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of WUliani Dopflel
and Conrad Breitschwerlh. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further imDrovemcuts we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is necaed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for piicc li.st iin<f .samples and we know you will give us an order.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE. N. Y

SYRACUSE POTTERY GO.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Our new Poltary, now Machinery, the very bast Clay in the Country,
and imr new PalanI Kilns, all combined, make the best Standard Pol
In the market. Send for price hst.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Manager.

IJ^oMt ]Broolc:fleilcl, Ad&^sai.

GREEN-HOUSE

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PHILADELPHIA.
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74 4 76 Myrtle Av«., Brooklyn, N.Y.
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1203

ESTABLISHED 1854.

Qevine's Boiler Works.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

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Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-iuch pipe.
Send for Kew List.

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OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST..
WORKS. 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

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for any kind of fuel.
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87 South FmhAv.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GASSER'S PATENT ZINC JOINTS for but

llngRlasB makes ureenhousesalrand water tl^ht; also
prevents slldlnK and breakaire from frost. Does not
cost as much to heat a house tziazed with the joints,
thereby savlnn enough In fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of ulazinjr. The leading Horlsta of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and price list.

J, A7. GASSER. F'LORIST,
Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND, O.

THE CHAMPION

fluiomaiic Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
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circular, which will be sent you free, (dvlng prices, etc
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sifter.

Address, R« R« WOI^P*

Box 114. SPRINGFIELD. O.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W, Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

NflTURflU GflS Mm fiLflSS.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

Viririte «or x^test j>rloes.-^-^-^.-<

D. H. ROBERTS,

1S9 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, PS^E;^\^^ ^VOieiC,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FOR ROSE HOUSES. CONSERVATORIES. ETC.. ETC.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

IITCOH.T'OHA.T'EID.

HoniGuiiural flrcniieGis and Hot Water Enoineers

Send for Catalog^ue, euclosUig 4 cents in stamps.

i«o. s*^ oa*iai St., ivEjw ^^o:r^ oiT^sr.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

xaxx>xi.c>'\rEH3

Greenhouse : Boiler

feJci^'

Hnilorw niftdi' oi th,> h.-st oi mntertal. 8hell. flrebcx
eheets arul headt* ot steel, water space all around
(front, sidea and back). Writ« for Information.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE OUST.

Sold by Seedsmen.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists &'Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents for

Snell's Hydraulic System of using 0?1 for fuel

purposes. No odoy, ana y^io% cheaperthan coal.

509 Madison Ave.. GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.

O^Send for Circular. . . .

which is Hbsolutely perfect for modem
greenhouse c<»nstriirtion.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES.

Send for Estimates. Satisfaction Guaranteed

REED GLASS CO..

6S Warren Street, and 46. 48 & 50 College Place,
NEW YORK CITT.

1204

The American Florist.

July 12^

Index to Advertisers.

AbeICC&Co....ll»6 1200

AdT. rates, etc II!'.'

American Boiler Co.. . U'M
American Road Ma-
chine Co 1201

Anthony JT 11!>:

BallerFA lUV,

Baversdorfcr H 4 Co. ISO)
Berger H U * Co... . ll'.fi

Bland II'.'.'

BonsallJosE Il;«

Bos John Banh \VX>

Boston I/etter Co 12U0

BrackenrldKe \ Co ...11S4
Brandt Wlcliers ... ll'.'.i

Brown i Canlield Il'.iT

BuntInK Sam'l J lim

Burkl Y~kA HIT

Bums A Raynor lIKi

Burrow J G Vfi

Carman U W lIKi

CarmodTj D I'JUl

Celery IMantCo I-W

Chandlee A MacauleyriOI
ChKO Folding Bo.vColl'.l2
Corbrev 4 McKellar... I lie
Cotta«e Gardens Their.'.'
Cox Seed * Plant Co.lIlM
Crabb * Hunter. .1157 120:i

Cropp Carl 11'.<S

I>eamud J B 4 Co II'.B

[>e Lamater Iron Wk8l2IW
Devlnes Boiler \Vks..l20:i

Dick John Jr IW.'

Dillon J L HIT

Domer t^red 4 Son. . . .1 1'.'.i

DreerH A II'.«

Elliott W U U'.f-'

Ellison Wm WK

Essex Heights Fll CoiajO

Kancourt GeoE 1197

Faust4 Bro IIW

Felhelm Lyman 1201

Usher Peter & Co llw

Gasser J M las

Gonialei F 4 Co ll'.nl

Grossman CM I19»i

Gumey Healer Co 12i«

Hall Ass'n 1202

Hammond BenJ..ll94 I2IB

Hancock 4 Son 1190

Hartford HE 11'.'.;

Helnl Joseph IW.

Herendeen Mfg Co... .1201

Herr Albert M ir.«;

Hermann's Seed Store

lias 1201

Hews A 11 4 Co. .. 1202

llllHnger Bros. XUfi

Hill EG 4CO II'JI

HIppard E )201

Hltchlnia4Co 1201

Hooker H M Co 120S

Horan Edw C IliB

Hose Connection Co .1201

Hulsebosch Bros ll'.l

Hunt EH Il'.<l

HuntM A EsUte I1!I7

Hunter Frank D 1 1'.tt

James K H Il'.i5

Jennings EB lr.«

J'MjslenCH Il'.'l

Kaufmann Ernst 4 Col2UJ
Kennlwilt Bros Co. . . . I liO
Koch Ludwig . ... WM
Kroeschell BroaCo....i:o»
Kuchn C A H1I2

Lockland Lumber Co. 1202

long Dan'l B IIM 1 l«i

Lonsdale Edwin 11'.'.'

Lord 4 Bumham Co..r2W
McCarthy N F & Co.. ll'.«

I McCrea Acole ll'.ii

' McFarland J H 1111!

.McFarland J H Co. ..Il'.'l

Mac Bean A S ll'.T

Manda \V A ll'.n;

ManzJ \ Co l.tio

MarschueUJc Co T-'UO

Mav Jno X 111'.'

Michel Pit* BulbColl'.is

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Mlllant; Bros.

Monlnger Jno C

Moore l-'rank L ....

Mvers\ Co

National Plant Co.

Nlles Centre Floral CollHi

I Oasis Nursery Co II'.IS

j Parker GeoL

Parmenter Mfg Co..
' Pennock C J

Pennock Snm'l S ...

Plerson FKCo

Pittsburg Clay MfBCol2U2

SuakerCltyMc hWksl-iOl
andall AL lUt3

Reed Glass Co 1203

Relnberg Bros 1193

Relmsehnelder Ernst. 1195
KlchanlsC B 4 Co. ...1195

Roberts Dll 12(13

H.>ehrs Theo lUH

Rocmer Fred \V»

RolkerA& Sons I'iCO

I Kolker Herman. ... 1201

RuppJ F H9S

RussellSJ ...1-200

Sander&Co 1199

Schneider Fred ir.'4

Soollay Jno A 12C2

Seblre PA Sons 1200

Segers Bros .... 1195

Sheridan WF 1193

Slebrecht A Wadley..ll99
Situations, wants, etc. 1194

Smith Nath A Son 1198

Soltau Christian II'.IS

stetlens .\ 1-201

Stcmmler T W 1197

Storrs 4 Harrison Co.1197

Strebv SO 119S

Struck JN A Bro .... 1200

SunderbruchH L U'.ri

Sunset Seeil A Pit Co.l'.'.'.i

Sutherland Geo A 1193

Syracuse Pottery Co.. 1202

Tcsson R F 1I9(;

Trlcker Wm A Co 1 198

United States Nurs's..ll95
Van Vel.ien P A Sons. 1196
Vaughan J C 1195 1197 1200
Wcathereds Sons T Wl-203

Weeber A Don 1I'J5

Welch Bros I1'J3

Whllldln Pot Co 1'202

Williams A Sons Co.. 1200

WIttboldGco ll'.«

Wltterstaeltcr R 1I'J9

WolfEE 1203

Wolff I, Mfg Co 12U3

Wood Bros WX.

VoungThos Jr 119:1

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GREENHOUSE HEATING

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Vol. IX.

CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JULY 19, 1894.

No. 320

f iHiiE Ukmsm&SM f^^mmi

Copyright 1894, by American Florist Company.
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter.

PlTBLISBED EVERY THURSDAY ET

THE American Florist Company.

333 Dearborn Street, Chicagro.

Subscription, $1.00 a year.

To Europe, 82.00.

Address all communicatious to

AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY,

P. O. Drawer 164, CHICAGO.

Eastern Office : 67 Bromfield St., Boston.

This paper l8 a member of the Associated Trade
Press and the Chicago Trade Press Association.

The Tenth Annual Meeting

OF THE

Society o! flmerican Florists

WILL IJE HELD AT

ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.,

AUGUST 27, 22, 23 & 24, 7S94.

Members may remit the annual dues (Ki.OO) to the
secretary prior to the meetlnj;. thus avoiding the crowd
and rellevlnt: the offlccra on the opening day. Badge
for ls;!4 will be sent by mnll to tliose who remit In
advance of the meeting.

Intending members can obtain any Information
wanted by addressing the secretary.

OFFICERS :

J. T. ANTHONY. Chicago, president: KuREllT Kift.
Philadelphia, vice-president; WM. J. Stewakt. 07
Bromfleld St.. Boston, Mass.. secretary.

CONTENTS

Historical reniiiiiscences of Chicago trade . . 1205
View of H. A. Drecr's greenhouses (Illus.) 1207

A Holland bulb farm (Illus.) ILIIK

Roses- Our telephone 1208

— Roses in summer 120i)

Chrysanthemums— Notes 1210

— Judging iu America 1210

Carnations- Notes ■ . 1210

Gastropods in Piqua.. . . ' I2U

Prof. L. O Howard (portrait) 1211

Furious hail storm at Newport, R. I. . . 1211

Coming exhibitions ... 1212

Hardy flowers for August 1212

Philadelphia 1212

The Bard of Kingsessiug writes an Ode (IIIus.)12l:i

Chicago . 1218

Boston 12U

New York 12U

Buffalo 1211

St. Louis 1211

Toronto 1211

Pittsburg 1214

Montreal 1215

Worcester, Mass 1215

Cleveland 1215

Society of American Florists . . . .1215

Worth striving for . 1216

Study up I21IJ

Alpine plants in the Harz mountains . . 1216

The seed trade . . . 121S

Horticultural Exposition at Erfurt 1218

News notes 1220

Cincinnati 12*22

Indianapolis 1224

St. Paul, Minn 1226

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directory and reference book.

Historical Reminiscences of the Chicago
Cut Flower Trade.

BY F. F. BENTHEY.
[Read before the Chicago florist Club, June sS,

'49/-]

When we consider the magnitude of the
cut flower trade of to-day in this city we
can hardly realize the fact that scarcely
twenty-seven years have elapsed since the
first store for the sale of cut flowers was
opened. Previous to that time the sale
of cut flowers, mostly in the shape of bou-
quets, was so limited that scarce any note
can be taken of this branch of the busi-
ness, which has now overshadowed all
other lines of floricultural pursuits.

To a Mr. Thomas, according to Mr.
J >hn Goode, who came here in 1845, be-
longs the honor of erecting the first green-
house about 1835 or 1836, a sketch of
which appeared a few years ago in the
American Florist; this was located on
the corner of Dearborn avenue and Divi-
sion street. Then came Samuel Brooks,
who erected a small structure; a lean-to
12x50, corner Adams and Clark streets.
Martin Lewis followed in 1850 or 1851,
with a house of the same dimensions, but
this was closed again, not paying ex-
penses, until 1862, when August Dressel
took hold, under whose able management
the place flourished for many years; it is
now owned by Mr. S. J. Pearce. This es-
tablishment was called the Sheffield Nur-
series, nursery stock being its principal
feature and was for a while in charge of
the well known horticulturist John Goode,
who later on formed a partnership with
Andrew McAdams under the firm name
of John Goode & Co.

In 1854 Archibald Williams built a small
house 10x30 at Fullerton and Southport
avenues, afterwards removing to Clark
and North avenue, associated with Geo.
Wittbold, now at 1708 N.Halsted street.
The same year (1854) Job Carpenter
built a 50-foot house on Lake street op-
posite Union Park, and thisconcludedthe
list of commercial greenhousesupto 1857.
At this time the population of Chicago
was about 75,000. Chas. Reissig, who
in after years became a well known figure
in the flo wer business, was then still in the
boiler busintss. Although having built a
greenhouse in 1853, he did not engage in
the sale of flowers until a few years later.

In the summer of 1857 Edgar Sanders
built a lean-to south of his cottage; this
was the beginning of an establishment
which a few years later becameone of the
principal and best known houses in the
city. It was called the Lake View flower
gardens and was located on Evanston ave-
nue and Belmont avenue. To Mr. San-
ders we are indebted for much valuable
information relating to the early history
of the trade. In fact all the notes up to
and including the year 1868 are taken
from his memoranda.

Several other men who afterwards be-
came well known started about this time,

Wm. Brooker in 1859, Sulzer Bros, in
1860 and Adam Blumenschein in 1S61.
The latter continued in business where he
first started, Cottage Grove avenue and
29th street, for many years. Like a great
many others Mr. Blumenschein came here
a very poor man, a fact of which he was
never ashamed in later years, being then
well to do; he used to point out with
pride the identical spot where he dug
ditches in working out his poll tax of $2,
being too poor to pay the money.

In 1866 we find eighteen establishments
in existence with a total of twenty one
greenhouses, two of them graperies, the
whole containing about 25,000 feet of
glass. Compare this figure with some of
our modern establishments, sav that of
Reinberg Bros, with a total of 225,000
feet of glass, or Bassett & Washburn with
150,000 feet. Among others that we
have not mentioned vet were Samuel
Muir 1865, Robert Pouley 1866, and Pet-
tigrew & Reid on North avenue opposite
Lincoln Park, then a cemetery.

Up to this time little or no attention
was paid to the growing of cut flowers.
Although Edgar Sanders opened a store
in 1859, this place was intended only for
the sale of plants and shrubs during the
spring months. But the spring of '67,
Mr. Sanders opened a permanent store
for the sale of flowers in the basement of
56 Clark street, and the same year Mr.
Chas. Reissig opened for business, occu-
pying part ot the basement at La Salle
and Madison streets. Then followed
Gordon Bros., now of New York, Chas.
Krueger, who had a store on Lake street,
old "Doc" Farrell, Dearborn and Madi-
son, Sam'l Muir on Lake street, and Des-
mond & McCormick.

The business meanwhile was steadily
growing, but although the demand for
cut flowers in every shape was constantly
on the increase very few growers gave
much of their attention to their produce.
The stock as carried by the store men in
winter consisted of camellias, which in
those days were shipped in by Dryburg of
Philadelphia, double and single primulas,
heliotrope, abutilons, fuchsia blossoms,
perhaps a few short carnations, stevia,
eupatorium, etc. Roses were of course an
unknown Quantity. Here and there you
might see a Safrano or Isabella Sprunt
with stem two or three inches long.
These were indeed a luxury, but to cut
them with a leaf on the stem was consid-
ered a wantonness of which no grower
who understood his business was sup-
posed to be guilty. Gordon Bros, were
the first to import roses from the east,
New York, in 1869. These roses, Bon Si-
lene and Safrano, though not cut with
quite as long stems as we see roses now-
a-days opened the eyes of our local men.
The price paid them was from 10 to 15
cents, but the question that was debated
by the grower was "will it pay to grow
them?" The men of to-day may smile

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when they hear this, but then the art of
growing roses was not reduced to a
science, and we know that the first men
who started to grow roses in winter did
not make it pay.

But now came the great fire of 1S71,
which burnt out every flower store as well
as destroying the growing establishments
located on the north side. For a while
an impression seemed to prevail that for
a few years at least there would be small
need of a flower store. This, however,
proved to be a mistake. Many of us who
were connected with the business at that
time will remember the boom that fol-
lowed, commencing the winter after the
great conflagration. Our home supply
was altogether inadequate for the con-
stantly increasing demand; as yet none
of our local growers had made a success
of growing roses, and all of the men do-
ing business drew their supply from the
east, mainly Boston. Bon Silene became
a standard first-class rose, which was
known as the "Boston bud." Towards
the spring of the year an occasional crop
of Marechal Niel and Lamarque would
make a sensation, and royal good Niels
were grown too. Sulzer Bros, had a fine
old plant covering the roof of one of their
houses which was magnificent. Chas.
Reissig also grew fine specimens. Carna-
tions came into regular supply, though at
first in limited quantities, in the early
seventies; De Graw for white, and La
Purite for color, were the leading varie-
ties. Louis Morey of Oak Park and Miller
& Hunt of Lake View were among the
successful growers of this flower, which
sold in the winter season at from 3 to 5
cents each; all short stems of course. Do
you remember the times we had in ob-
taining a few dozen blooms with stems
four or five inches long? If ever time was
money that was when time must have
counted heavily, for ourfriend Geo. Miller,
who did the marketing for Miller & Hunt
in those days, always made the plea when
appealed to for a few long stemmed flow-
ers, that it took too much time in picking.
A man could go over the beds and snatch
ofl"the blooms without stem in much less
time, and as for bunching them why that
was altogether too rich.

Well, in those good old times the grower
had no need of peddling his stock. The
boys were up and around long before day-
break on a cold winter morningknocking
the grower out of bed. If the grower
would only let the retail boys have his
flowers at his own price the latter were
only too glad to assist in the picking.
"Hut" says George on one occasion when
wc volunteered our assistance in picking
carnations "you fellows are always after
long stemmed flowers, now youbccarcful
and don't pick any buds. You also want
to look out where you see a new break of
wood on the stem, it is possible that also
might develop a bud."

In those days we were in the employ of
Jai. Farrcll, well, Jim had sent us with
■pecial inHtruclionn to bring fiftv long-
stemmed flowers. Wc hunted diligently
all over the In-d for the required numlnrr,
but couldn't make it withoiitsncriticingn
few buds, so here goes, buds and all, for
(icorgc has his back turncil. Carefully
removing the telltale buds wc deposited
them in our mouth for safe hiding when
all of a sudden wrare seized withn cough,
juit then George must needs look around
and— well ofler that our friend kept his
eye on us pretty closely and gcnernlly
found time to (father the long stemmed
flowers himiwlf, if so dispnaed.

In 1H74 Stirlow and Kuske came to
Chicago from Boston, selecting Niles Cen-
ter, which has since become noted as a cut

flower producing center, for an establish-
ment for growing roses and other cut
flowers for the retail market. The venture
was a success from the start. The roses
grown by this firm, principally Bon Si-
lenes, were fully as good as anything we
ever saw imported from the east. The
roses were grown in solid beds, as at that
time the shallow benches had not been
tried yet anywhere as far as we know.
The success of this firm soon led many
others to follow their example.

Gradually new varieties were intro-
duced, at least some of them new to us,
as for instance, Perle, Mermet, Cook and
a little later Bride and La France. The
first successful grower of these varieties
excepting the two latter, which were not
out at that time, was Mr. Roper, who
managed the McCormick establishment
at Lake Forest. This place started up in
1S81 with the then new system of grow-
ing on benches in three and four inches of
soil. This new experiment was soon fol-
lowed by one establishment after the
other, some returning to the solid bed
again alter a few years' trial.

But let us return again to the retail end
of the trade. After the great fire of 1871
some of the very first to start up again
were old "Doc" Farrell, (W. D.), who
built a little brick shanty on the ruins
near the southern limit of destruction on
Wabash avenue near Harrison street, and
Chas. Reissig, Wabash avenue and 16th
street, Desmond and McCormick a little
later, and Sam'l Muir on Congress street.
About this timejas. Farrell, who after-
wards became well known in the trade,
came here from New York. To him be-
longs the honor of introducing inthiscity
the loose style of bouquet and basket, for
at that period this style of arrangement
was entirely unknown in our city. We,
who entered the ranks of flower workers
at about the same time, brought with us
from Germany a conception of a bouquet
that might have been acceptable to the
flower patrons of the fatherland, but it
was certainly not in harmony with the
taste then developing, and we are free to
admit that we are indebted for many val-
uable ideas to this artist in arrangement.
So far as natural and graceful arrange-
ment was concerned the late Jas. Farrell
had probably no superior. The only fault
sometimes observed would be a glaring
defect in color harmony.

Speaking of loose arrangements many
ot us will remember Aug. Gutzloe, who
started a store, wc think, as early as '70
or '71 on West Madison street, where for
a number of years he did a thriving busi-
ness. Mr. Gutzloe had an inimitable way
of his own of fashioning a bouquet, which
to judge by his success appeared to be ac-
tcptable to his patrons. Well, Mr. Gutz-
loe called the loose arranfjements a
"hoosier" bouquet such as any blank fool
could make "but look at this," he used
to say, holding up a bunch with the grace
of a Dutch cabbage, "there is work for
you!" After a while Mr. Gutzloe deter-
mined to show the "lioosiers"downtown
what he could do, so he rented a store in
the Palmer House block on State slrcit.
We don't remember just how long he re-
mained but long iR-fore his year's le;ise
expired the unfeeling landlord, being un-
able to collect his rent, had his minions
remove Mr. r,.'B goods and chattels uii-
ceremoniously onto the siilewalk. But
still the "hoosier" bouquet |)roBpereil.

Dick Watson was another well known
character in the business. Dick was a fair
maker-up and a firstclnss salesman.
While in the employ f)f the late W. 1).
Allen, Dick did the IkthI busincHS in our
city. His cflbrts and ability were largely

instrumental in helping to develop the
trade. Speaking of Watson we are always
reminded of Alex. Burkhart, who, though
not a florist but an artist in his own call-
ing, that of wire designs, was so closely
connected with our trade that he was al-
ways considered one of thecraft. Watson
and Burkhart were fast friends — gener-
ally— only W^atson had to be careful
touching Alex.'s ability as a workman.
One dav Mr. B. brought into Allen's
store an intricate wire design which had
been ordered by W^atson and upon which
Mr. B. had exercised his genius. But Dick
couldn't see the fine points; there was
something wrong here, and the wire not
bent correctly there. "Let me show you
how to fix the thing," suddenly yells
Burkhart. Snatching up the wire design
he threw it on the floor and jumped on it
with both feet, then picking it up hurled
it at the head of the astonished Watson.
Well, yes, the wireworkers too were in
those days more independent than to-day.
For those were the glorious days of the
gates ajar, the broken column, faith, hope
and charity, and all the other designs for
funeral purposes. It was a cold day in-
deed when the florists didn't have from
three to a dozen funeral pieces, and the
wire-maker was collecting his tribute in a
way that would turn the wire artist of
to-day green with envy. Then there are
doing business to-day a number of the
boys who were mere kids in those days,
Joe Curran, Walter Kreitling, Phil Haus-
wirth and others all having made their
mark since.

For many years the importation of
stock from eastern points had to be kept
up, in spite of the fact that great num-
bers of establishments sprang upon every
hand and the older places added new
houses continually. Not roses alone but
almost every other variety of flowers
were sent in. Prices? Well the boys in
the east knew how to charge. At any
rate the goods sent to Chicago were never
billed at cut rates. But business was
brisk and retail prices good so there was
little complaining. Up to 1882, the
grower did his own marketing, which had
its good as well as its bad side. One of
the good points being that prices then
were never subject to sudden fluctuations.
Prices would gradually rise in the fall,
reaching high water mark in mid-winter
and then as gradually downward again.
One of the bad features on the other hand
was the great difticulty for the dealer in
obtaining certain kinds or large numbers
of the same from the grower he was deal-
ing with. Times became right lor a change
and the commission man made his ap-
pearance, J. C. Vaughan being tliefirst to
cmb.'irk in thi.s enterprise in 1SN2, in con-
nection with florists' supplies, etc. This
tirni rapidly developed a considerable
shipping tr.ule, home demand being a
secondary consideration. Twoyearslater
Kennicott Bros, opened a little two by
four joint at '1\- Washington street in the
basement. Our >;eiii,il I'lint ma n.ij^ed af-
fairs in such a way th:it theliiisinesssoon
outgrew its very limited <|unrters. This
coniei II was in fad the first comiiiission
house pure and simple, depending on a
coniiiiissiDii on sales lor a living. At first
this liDiise catered exchisivtiy lo llie local
m;irlut hut gradually working u|) .-i line
Hhipping trade as well. And now at the
present day we have nineregul.ircommis-
sioii (inns and one large wholesale house
selling its own produce, who handle the
orodiulof hiiii<lre<lsof (,' rowers aggregat-
ing last ye.ir the sum of half a million
dollars. Much has been said against the
commission house feature, but one thing
is certain that these commission houses

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VIEW OF THE GREENHOUSES OF H. A. DREER AT RIVERTON, N J.

have done a great deal in developing the
flower business. If they had never been
in existence there is no question but what
the business would have kept on growing,
but the rapidity with which we have ad-
vanced is largely owing to them.

Abuses may have crept into the man-
agement with more or less detrimental
effect on the business, as for instance, the
abnormal advance in prices at the holi-
days. But these objectionable features
can be and should be eradicated. Already
the commission dealer has found out that
extreme high prices on special occasions
are hurtful to the trade. So this matter
is being rapidly adjusted to the satisfac-
tion of grower, dealer and middleman.
Then there is the fakir, also the outgrowth
of the wholesale system. How to deal
with him is a question for the future to
decide. Less than two years ago the Chi-
cago Cut Flower Exchange was started
■with the hope that it would do away
with all the objectionable practices of the
commission business. Naturally the pro-
jectors of this new enterprise expected the
loyal support ot the growers as undoubt-
edly the advantages tobe gained by them
were larger than those of the other inter-
ests. But how lamentable the failure is a
matter of very recent history, the very
growers who were loudest in their com-
plaints against the commission dealer,
calling him a thief and a cut-throat,
proved the very ones to hold back, ex-
pecting his brother grower to draw the
chestnuts out of the fire. If the undertak-
ing had proved a success they were ready
to tumble into the band wagon, but now,
"well I told you so." Other cities have
made these exchanges a grand success,
why not Chicago? There is apparently

too much narrow minded selfishness and
jealousy in our ranks and until this is
shaken off there is small hope for unity of
action.

As an outgrowth of the times which
points to combination of kindred inter-
ests in every direction there is now a
movement on foot for the purpose of or-
ganizing the commission and wholesale
interests. We think this move a wise one
but no permanent good can result from it
unless the other two divisions also or-
ganize for a similar purpose. Let the re-
tail men form a union, not for the purpose
of antagonizing either the wholesale in-
terest nor the grower, but in order to en-
able them to take a film stand against
certain abuses wherever they exist, the
correction of which can be accomplished
only by united action. The growers of
cut flowers should do the same. With all
three divisions thoroughly organized all
matters of grievance could readily be ad-
justed by a joint board of arbitration.
Some such move seems necessary, partic-
ularly at times when trade isso often and
frequently needlessly disturbed by con-
flicting interests. But this subject is in
our estimation of such vast importance
that it deserves a broad and full discus-
sion.

We have already trespassed on your
patience to such an extent that it seems
an imposition to ask your indulgence for
a few minutes longer, but we cannot re-
frain from touching upon another point
which is of the very greatest importance
to horticultural and floricultural inter-
ests, and that is the necessity of a horti-
cultural hall for holding exhibitions as
well as providing a comfortable and
proper home for our Horticultural Society,

the Florist Club and all kmdred interests.
The time is right for such a move. Mr.
G. L. Grant in his address before the Club
at our last meeting strikes the keynote
when he says: "We all love our city and
wish to see it beautiful and healthful.
Let us take steps towards the creation of
a commission which shall have power to
plant and maintain shade trees on every
street possible. The city of Washington
has already done this and as a result
Washington is famous the world over for
its beautiful trees. We can do the same
here. To be sure it will take work to
carry such a measure through our city
council, and still more work to insure the
appointment of proper men on the com-
mission, but it can be done. We would
surely have the active support of the
daily press and by persistent effort all ob-
stacles could certainly be overcome."

Just now seems a most opportune time
for accomplishing the desired result since
the often debated plan of converting the
unsightly Lake Front into a beautiful
park is again brought to the front. One
of our ablest aldermen, Mr. Madden, has
already submitted a plan for such a park,
"Madden's mad dream" some people call
it. A dream it may appear though a
beautiful one, but mad it is not. It is
simply a question of Lime before it will
become a reality. But can we, as an or-
ganized body of horticulturists stand idly
by without an attempt to further the best
interests of such a move? And further-
more, here is our very chance. Before a
permanent plan is adopted the horticul-
tural hall should be made part of it.
Don't let us wait until the matter has
assumed permanent shape and plans are
approved when difficulties might be en-

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countered as to its location. If energetic-
ally pushed now, we think that our
chances of obtaining the desired site for
the building are very good. Of coursethe
necessary funds for the building must be
provided. On this score too we should
have no difficulty. There are plenty of
public spirited men of means in our city
who take an interest in horticultural
matters and would be willing to subscribe
liberally for such a cause. In connection
with the hall, suitable conservatories
might be built by the park commission.
But all thtse points should be thoroughly
discussed in the near future and then as
soon as the line for action has been deter-
mined let us all work heart and soul to-
gether according to the old maxim "In
union there is strength."

A Holland Bulb Farm.

We present herewith a view on the bulb
farms of Messrs. Segcrs Bros., Lisse,
Haarlem, Holland. As will be noted the
fields are intersected by numerous canals
which are used not only for irrigating but
for conveying by boat manure to the
grounds and the bulbs to the dry houses,
etc. The soil in which the bulbs are grown
is almost pure sand, and all the work of
cultivation is done by hand. We are told
that the water in the canals is kept al-
ways at a level just two feet below that
of the field, and that by this means the
soil in the field is maintained at an exact
degree of moisture all through the season.
Also that owing to this system, even in
the middle of the summer lettuce or cab-
bage may be planted in the fields without
failures.

Our Telephone.

Hello, there; is that Wood's Hole, Mass?

.So, sir; ring olT.

Why, who arc 3'ou, anyhow?

This is Wood's Holl; not Hole.

Well, the I'ost Office department savs
it's Hole.

What of it. Wc call it Holl down here;
Hotl'B right.

Very well. I'lcasc call Mr. Walsh to the
telephone.

Oh! the man that grows those hand-
s'jmc rose». Line connected. There he is.

IIcllo, is that you, Mr. Walsh?

Yes, what's wanted?

This is the Amkkican Fi.owist. Wc set
by the account of the Boston rose show
that you have Ixcn capturing the prizes
up there again. Cannot you tell us how
you manngcit.

Oh, there's no great secret in it. Wc
j'lit take good care of them, that'f all.
When your growers want to force roses
indoors successfully ihcy sec that the
plants are fed when they need nutriment
and watered when thry need moisture.
The same attention given to outdoor
roses will result in the same success.

SupiK»sing yiu give us the names of a
few of the vdrictics which in yourcx|)cr-
icnce have proved the most satisfactory.

Well, I have just liccn admiring n
plant of Her Majesty which has thrown
Irom two branches twenty-three grand

blooms and this notwithstanding it suf-
fered severely from that sudden freeze we
had last .\pril. This rose has been fre-
quently condemned on account of the
supposed difficulty in growing and
blooming it. My plan is to bend the canes
over and tie them down, and it gives me
a flower from every joint. I think that
growers make a great mistakein pruning
this rose. Take the tip ofi', if you please,
but tha^'s all.

I wish you could see my Brunners, there
are over forty blooms on a plant in many
cases. If only this rose was a little more
double and did not show the center so
soon; like its progeny, Columbia, for
instance. A cross between these two
ought to be a good one. By the way, I
wish some one would tell me why Brun-
ner come striped and mottled at times.

I have noticed in the Boston shows
that they don't get the substance in their
Lnizets that they should. Thisrosecomes
very fine here. The plants are a perfect
sheet of bloom, averaging from thirty-
five to fifty flowers each.

What are your observations on the
newer roses?

Among recent introductions one of the
best is Margaret Dickson. It has proved
all that was claimed for it. Marchioness
of Londonderry is anew one of 92 similar
in color to Margaret Dickson, and a very
good rose. It is more double than Mar-
garet Dickson. I don't know that it is
any improve ment on that variety though,
so far as I can judge by its first season of
flowering.

Spenser, introduced in '92, I would call
an improved Baroness Rothschild, the
foliage is well up under the flower and
the color as good as in Baroness, but the
flower is as double as Merveille de Lyon
which is a strong point in its favor. Gus-
tave Piganeau is a remarkably fine
flower. Although the plant is a very
small grower the bloom is ot the largest
size. The whole strength of the plant
seems to go into the flower. Captain
Haywood I don't think is as good as
Piganeau. It is not double enough to
please me.

Charles Gater is a new one of '93. It
is a great grower. The flower is of a very
distinct shade of crimson, has a good
make-up and is of immense size. Lady
Helen Stewart is another beautifully
finished bloom. It is one of the very best
exhibition roses we have, I think.

Paul's Early Blush is a rose of most
symmetrical form, beautifully colored and
free flowering, l-^arl of Dufferinisof grand
color and form but fades early. March-
ioness of Duflerin is perfect in form and
very prolific. In Sultan of Zanzibar we
have a fine dark rose. It attracted great
attention at the show.

Margaret Houdct, introduced eight
years ago from I'rance iy a rose 1 think
very well of. It is an exceedingly florifer-
ous variety, a pleasing pale pink in color,
but not as hardy as I would like. A sin-
gular fact in connection with this rose is
that it has never, so far as 1 know, been
oflcred in a catalogue since its first year.

A rose but little grown as yet in this
country is Victor Hugo, although it is
ten years since its introduction. It isonc
of the brightest colored roses wc have,
almost scarlet, finer than Lord Mac.iiili v
in this resiK'ct uUhoiigli not ipiitc so
double and lacking the great substnnceol
that variety. Gloirc de M.'irgottin and
.Mrs. Ilarkness, both comp.iratively new,
arc l>cauliful in color and form. Kodo-
canachi is particularly brilliant and is
already becoming a general favorite.

.Many of the oUj varieties arc still
worthy to stand at the very top of the

list. Merveille de Lyon, Baron de
Bonstettin, Prince Arthur, Thos. Mills,
Mons. E. Y. Teas, Marie Bauraann,
Pere Notting, Fisher Holmes, Mme.
Marie Finger, A. K. Williams, Prince
de Portia, Alfred, Duke ot Teck and
Marquise de Castellane are all grand old
sorts and indispensable as exhibition
roses. I ha\e a specimen of Marquise de
Castellane with twenty flowers on two
stems, and all good exhibition blooms
too. Duke of Teck is a rose of great sub-
stance and nothing can compete with its
magnificent glowing red. It would be a
good color to fertilize from.

Mme. Annie Wood, although one of the
most perfectly formed roses that we have,
very free, with superb color and of great
substance, is for some reason or other not
much grown. Another rose that deserves
to be grown much more extensively than
it is, is Mile. Marie Rady. It is very
similar to Alfred Colomb only a little
more vermilion when first opened. It is
of grand make-up and holds its form even
when fully expanded. Horace Vernet is
another variety we do not see much of.
Though not always reliable, nevertheless
it has many times carried the challenge
cup for exhibition blooms in London and
Paris.

Do you do much with roses outside,
other than the hybrid remontants?

Yes, most of the teas and hybrid teas
do well. Mme. Caroline Testoutis an ex-
ceedingly strong grower and has proved
entirely hardy here. Plants imported in
December and set out immediately stood
the winter all right. Lady Henry Gros-
venor, a new hybrid tea of 1892 with
color similar to Souvenir de Malraaison
stems to be a good free flowering variety.

Of the older sorts Mme. Hippolyte
Jamain, Reine Maria Henriette and Cap-
tain Christy are very valuable. Capt.
Christy in some seasons is apt to come
quartered, but this year it has been very
perfect. And Gloire de Dijon I regard as
one of the most satisfactory roses we
have. We cut more blooms from it than
from any other variety.

By the way, there is a new Moss of '93,
Zenobia, that is most promising. It-
resembles Luizet in form and color, with
color a trifle deeper; and Paul's Crimson
Globe, another introduction of '93 is un-
doubtedly the largest and best of all
the Moss roses. Mrs. Paul, Bourbon, the
Gold Medal roseof 1891,isabeautifulsoft
blush, not so large as some but perfect in
form and most satisfactory.

Wc understand that your seedling,
Michael H. Walsh, created quite a sensa-
tion at the Boston exhibition. Are you
doing muchnow in the lineof hybridizing?

Not a great deal; my facilities for such
work arc not of the best. I have a
good cross from Mar(|uisc dc Castellane
fertilized by Mme. Gabriel Luizet. The
color is uiii(|ue, shadin;; from the b illiant
Castellane tint in the center to almost
white at the tips of the petals when fully
ex|>an(lc(l. Another one is across between
Hninner and Prince Camillc de Rohan.
It is (|uite double, very fragrant find con-
ai(l(ral)lv darker in shade than Hrunner.
l-'rom Margaret Dickson drtilizcd with
Mine, llostc 1 have got a line pure while
variety, full double, with habit and free
llriwdiii).; qualities ol Ilosteand the vigor
anil loli.ige of Dickson. Those are all 1
can inentiiin specially at present. There
are others but we have got to wait
another year lor them yet.

Do \ou protect your roses much in
winter?

A mulching of straw litter or pine
needles; that is all.
How do you dispose of the rose chafers?

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VIEW ON ONE OF SEGERS BROS'. BULB FARMS, LISSE. HOLLAND.

We do nothing except to hand pick
them. Have tried hellebore but it doesn't
have any effect. Paris green I am afraid
to use.

Roses in Summer.

During the hot spell roses require a good
deal of attention to keep them moving in
good shape to get a good strong growth
for winter. In this part of the country
the replanting is about finished; in the
west according to my own observation,
they are much later than in the east,
where early planting is the rule, for ex-
perience has taught us that if we do not
get a good growth on the plants by No-
vember we can not get good payingcrops
by the holidays. One reason is that we
do not get near as much bright growing
weather in the fall as we used to, there-
fore we must take advantage of the sum-
mer to get the growth.

When the house is planted shade with
white wash, give all the air possible, and
do not let it dry up too much. Syringe
twice a day, and keep the house moist by
damping the walks down. Do not get the
soil in the benches too wet, and especially
in damp humid weather look out for the
soil and do not let it become wet enough
to get covered with scum or moss. At
times now wegetcool nights; do not leave
all the air on, but reduce it in proportion
to the fall of temperature, for it is just as
easy to get an attack of mildew now as
it is in the fall. When you see a speck of
mildew kill it by an application of sul-
phur or fostite; both are sure cures, but I
prefer the latter, as it is much more eco-
nomical.

In muggy weather at this time of year
you are apt to get an attack of green fly,

but close up the house after sundown and
fumigate it, opening the house two or
three hours afterwards, and you will do
the plants no harm. However, unless it
is exceptionally cool, it is apt to injure
the plants if the house is left closed all
night.

Where old plants are carried over it is
as well to begin to let up on the water
now, so as to dry off to some extent be-
fore pruning, but it is not advisable to
prune yet, or the plants being denuded of
foliage to some extent by the cutting
back are apt to suffer from the sun strik-
ing on the unprotected wood. While I
am not an advocate of carrying roses
over, still in some cases it is necessary to
do so, or where the plants are grown in
solid beds, as seems to be done in the west
to a great extent, I do not myself believe
that it pays to grow roses the second
season; work them for all they are worth,
and you will find when they are grown on
a bench their strength and all the sub-
stance in the soil is exhausted in one
season.

For summer blooming there is no white
rose that can beat Kaiserin Augusta Vic-
toria whether carried over or planted
early. I saw a house of this rose that
had been planted early in the present
spring by L. L. May & Co., St. Paul,
Minn., and at the time I saw it (June 2)
was a picture of health and vigor, just
beginning to come into bloom; the flow-
ers were large and foliage perfect. It was
just the house a rose grower likes to see,
and unless signs fail will cut heavily all
summer.

Perle des Jardins is as we all know a
first-class summer rose; in fact I think it
is much more useful in summer than in
winter. La France is the best pink rose

we have for summer; two year plants of
it doing best. Mermet and Bridesmaid
come too small to be of much value in hot
weather. Niphetos, if shaded, do well in
summer although the flowers are soft.
American Belle is very good at this season
if planted early; what it would do if car-
ried over I cannot say, as I have never
seen a house of it the second season. Last
season I saw it in summer at J. Burton's,
Philadelphia, and the flowers were fine
and of good substance; I was much im-
pressed by its value as an all the year
around rose then. In the vicinity of New
York Beauty is not much thought of for
summer or early fall, but W. Scott grows
it for this season by planting early, and
grows it well too; if it did not pay for
the treatment and that well W. S. would
not try the experiment twice.

Do not let youryoungrosesflowernow;
keep the buds pinched oflF, and let the
plants gain strength before allowing
them to bloom. Those planted in May
should not be allowed to develop flowers
before the first week in September; that
is up to that time keep the buds pinched
off. As soon as the plants are large
enough stake and tie, and be sure to keep
the surface of the soil free from weeds and
moss. Give it a rubbing over or stirring
with the fingers at least once a week. If
your soil is very light or the plants grow-
ing very rapidly it is a good plan to put
on a very light mulch of well decayed
manure, not so much as a stimulant as a
preventive of evaporation, and to keep
the soil cooler at the roots, but this is not
often necessary. J.vs. S. Taplin.

Hackensack, N.J.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

1210

The a mer i ca n F l orist.

July ig^

Chrysanthemum Notes.

Tne plants are now beginning to make
a strong growth and bhould be closely
looked alter every day. They will proba-
bly need watering every bright morning,
and during such torrid weather as we
in the vicinity of Boston are now
afflicted with, 'will require a syringing
during the day. Take advantage of any
cloudy day to weed the beds thoroughly
and if the soil has become sour in any
spots, or shows any fungous growth, stir
the top a little and let the air in to
sweeten it, and if very sour sprinkle a lit-
tle charcoal dust over the bench.

The next thing that will require atten-
tion is the staking and tying up, and this
is done in almost as many different ways
as there are growers, some using sticks,
others wires, and others cord. If the
plants are grown to single stem and
flower the best way to tie them up is to

Elace a stick or large wire to each plant,
ut if there is only four inches of soil in
the bench the stick will need to be fas-
tened at the top or before the season is
half finished the weight of the plant will
swing the stick to one side or the other
and then the plants will grow crooked.
Where a stick is used to each plant the
best way that we know of is to adopt the
system now in vogue by most of the rose
growers, that is to run a wire (size 18)
the length of the bench, drawn as taut
as possible nearly as high above the bench
as the sticks are long and tie the sticks to
it. If it is more convenient to run the
wires across the bench a stick can be fas-
tened to each side of the bench at the end
ot the rows and a wire run from one stick
to the other and the intervening sticks
fastened to it in the same manner as the
others.

If the plants arc grown to two or more
blooms it is not so easy to have a stick
to each shoot as in the single stem sys-
tem and we think they arc much easier
tied up to strings in much the same man-
ner as smilax or asparagusisgrown. The
top wire may t>e arranged in the way as
described above, where sticks are used,
but if the taller growing varieties were
planted at one end of the house raise the
wire at that end so that it will l>c about
six inches Ixrlow the average height of the
tallest variety. This can be easily
arranged if the rows run across the
benches and we jircfcr this way. \Vc
fasten a strong stick to each side of the
bench on the inside of the board by a
staple three inches each sific of the row of
plants and run the wire across the top of
the sticks. The wircnt the bottom should
\k strung at least eight or ten inclics
above the bench, thisgivcs plenty ol room
to reach in and do what weeding niny be
necessary and to put on a little inpdresii-
ing later if it may l>c desirable. \Vc 1)C-
lievc this way to be far preferable to two
rowsof sticks for it gives the grower a
great deal more room to get at the roots
of the plants.

Be sure .nnd make a good examination
of all the plants every day, if possible
make it a part of your system to go
through the houses every day about such

a time and carefully look into anything
that may be out of the way. As the plants
grow, if by mistake any plant has got
set out in the patch of any other variety,
it will be easily discovered, and put a tag
down beside of it now, and make a note
of it, and when it blooms either pull it
out or write the correct name on the tag.
If by an accident a plant or shoot should
be broken or become stopped in any
other way tie a tag to it and write a
number on it and if you are going to keep
a book put it down, for it may produce
the best bloom in the house and many of
us have found out how to grow many a
plant better than we knew before by ac-
cident. These things may at first sight
appear to amount to but little, but when
you come to compete against a number
of good growers, an extra fine bloom of
any variety will often carry the prize to
the competitor exhibiting it.
W. Newton, Mass. Elijah A. Wood.

Chrysanthemum Judgmg in America.

Under the above heading the English
Gardeners' Magazine publishes the fol-
lowing:

Although we sometimes hear complaints of
iudging in England, we doubt very much whether
anything so severe has ever been said of English
judges as a correspondent, an American, writes
aijout his countrymen who act in that capacity,
and it is to be hoped with some degree of exag-
geration. He says, "Mr. — . who grows prac-
tically no chrysanthemums, and until the last
year or two hardly saw them, poses as a judge,
Sic. Of such stuft are all our committees and
judges constituted. Fifty per cent, hardly know-
ing one name from another and never judging
blooms by merit or points, simply size and stiff
necks, that is all they can see. Sad to say shows
in this country have fallen into the control of
what we call market or cut flower growers, a class
you do not have, who look with but one object in
view, what can they get out of it, will it do for
market growing, and anything that is not a clear
yellow, white, or pink has a hard show for exist-
ence." He concludes by adding that the judging
is in the hands of those who are almost wholly in
the trade and know but few varieties. Fifty pel
cent, of the judges, says this writer, should be
shoveling coal instead of setting themselves up as
florists. We can only hope for the credit of the
chrysanthenmin, that the other half are hitjli-
minded, impartial conscientious men whose in-
fluence will act as a counterpoise to the coalheav-
ers.

I It would be interesting to learn from our es-
teemed coadjutor's correspondent why these in-
competent men are selected by the coinmiltees of
the various societies to act as judges. We appre-
hend tliev do not appoint themselves.— Kl>.]

We have often heard the wild braying
of disappointed exhibitors but we did not
before realize how long were the ears pos-
sessed by the arch-sorehead of them all.
The mouthings of this contemptible fel-
low would be beneath notice had he not
secured publicity for his ill-natured resent-
ment in a foreign press whose readers are
not in a position to judge of the animus
of his attack.

Our judges may not all reach the high
standard that is to be desired but we
nllirni without fear of contradiction by
anyone except C. 11. I"s correspondent
that all are"lligh-mindcd, impartial, con-
scientious men," and further that there
are none who do not havea betterknowl-
edgc of chrysanthemums than the writer
of the libellous screed noted. Most as-
suredly the "Judges do not appoint them-
selves," which account!! for the fuel that
C. II. I'.'h correspondent has not been
called upon to act. The "Committees of
the various societies" seek men who meet
C. H. I'.'s description— and get them.

To Prevent RtJST. — Dissolve one pound of sul-
phate of copper in two quarts of ammonia in a 2-
gallon jar. When dissolved add another quart of
ammouia and .fir well. [The liquid can be kept
in this form for some time and used as needed,]
Add a pint of this solution to a barrel of water and
syringe the plants with a force-pump every two
weeks. And don't let the time for spraying pass
without attending to the operation.

Do voti WANT a complete alphabetical
list of chrysanthemums in commerce in
America, with class, and brief, accurate
description of each? You will find such a
list in our trade ilirectorv and reference
book for 18'J'J. I 'rice $2.00.

Carnation Notes.

Carnations are over now with most
growers and it is well to commence get-
ting the houses into shape for next winter's
planting. They should be cleaned out
thoroughly and then fumigated well with
sulphur to clean them of all fungoid
growth. If you intend changing the soil
do it now and when you have it all out
give all wood work inside the house a
coat of lime. There is nothing so good
as lime for sweetening up a house and it
is at the same time a good wood preserv-
ative. If the houses need paint do not
put it ofT until next season but give it to
thsm now. Attending to such items at
the proper time means a longer life for the
houses.

I do not find it any advantage to
change the soil in my houses oftener than
once in about three years, but this will
not apply everywhere norwithevery soil.
When we do change we do it about this
time and when the soil is all in we give it
a coat of manure mixing it in thoroughly
and then water it well so as to get the
weeds to start, afterwards permitting it
to get perfectly dry, killing the weeds and
sweetening the soil again.

Ifyou have some old rose soil, that is
about as good as anything you can use.
If you do not happen to have any pre-
pared soil, take a good garden loam and
add manure enough to it to bringit upto
the standard. Notgrowinganythingbut
carnations myself I find this lattermethod
to be a considerable saving in time and
expense over preparing a soil, and to be
(|uite as good in every respect. The
manure used should be well rotted and
about two years old, having been handled
once or twice during that time so as to be
available for plant food at once.

In changing soil on benches they should
be thoroughly cleaned off and given a coat
of lime belore putting in fresh soil. Some
growers take only a few inclics off the top
and add fresh soil to that extent but it
pays to clean them out clean when you
do change. On solid beds taking four to
five inches off the top is all that is neces-
sary, although six inches will not hurt
the plants any. Ifvou are not changing
the soil it pays to keep the houses clean
during the summer months as well as in
the winter. Sec that no weeds arc allowed
to ripen seed to annoy you when the
house is planted, (live the beds and
bcMclics their coat of iiiainirc and mix it
thoroughly with the soil so as to be ready
to |)laiit whenever you want to start in.
Doing this now will give the weed seeds in
the manure a chance to geriiiinntc and
they are more easily destroyed while the
beds are empty. Use the oldest and best
rotted manure you can get and don't use
it too sparingly, especially on the benches.
Aliiiiht M. IIi:hi(.

I'lcase mention the Amkkican I''lohist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1211

Gastropods inPiqua.

I am in receipt of a clipping from a
newspaper published in Piqua, O., giving
an account of a meeting of the city coun-
cil which reads as follows:

A TERRIBLE NUISANCE.
For two years the residents on North Broadway
in the vicinity of the two jjreenhouses, located on
that street, have been troubled with large snails
which it is claimed come from the greenhouse.
These snails have become so numerous that the
people are desirous that something shall be done
that will abate this nuisance, in order that
they may be kept out of theii wells and from get-
ting in their houses. Dr. W. J. Prince the City
Health officer was present and stated that this
complaint had been discussed by the Board of
Health, who had come to the conclusion that the
best way to abate the nuisance was to order the
greenhouses removed outside of the city limits.
To do this would require the action of the City
Council and the Health Officer requested that a
committee be appointed to act in coniunction
with a committee from the Board of Heplth whose
duly it should be to take the proper steps to have
the greenhouses removed outside ol the city limits.

A local florist, Mrs. H. P. Smith, is the
victim whom these wise city fathers and
enlightened health officer are about to
evict because her greenhouses have been
the cause of a visitation of snails. Mrs.
Smith asks the following questions:

"Have you ever known of a greenhouse
being moved on account of snails?" "And
can they be moved?" "If the greenhouses
were moved outside the corporation (the
snails are now in the cellars, yards, etc.,
of the neighbors) would the snails be
likely to disappear in course of time?"
"Are snails known to live out of doors
through the winter, that is in a rubbish
pile or under a board?" "Would like to
hear other florists' opinion in regard to the
so called snail question?"

The above are the chief questions asked.
Ii it were not that it appears a serious
question to Mrs. Smith, the whole thing
is so preposterous and ludicrous that I
think the proper authorities to deal with
the question would be Puck or Mark
Twain. The Mollusc which is destroying
the city of Piqua is called by Mrs. Smith
and the City Council snails. Are they
what are popularly known as snails or
are they what are usually called slugs?
The latter are much commoner in this
country than snails. I am not going to
write a treatise on this widely distributed
family, but will say that in some coun-
tries, Scotland for one, there is no distin-
tion made between snails and slugs, and
the latter word is absent from the ver-
nacular vocabulary of that country.
Snails have large conspicuous spiral
shells in which they can retreat and re-
main living a long time, even two or three
years. The term slugs is applied to those
whose body is naked, the shell being
merely rudimentary and concealed. Mem-
bers of this family are found in all parts
of the globe, the family Helicidce alone
having upwards of 1200 species. Some
are aquatic and some only amphibious,
some breathe air and some don't, some
carry a comfortable house on their back,
while possibly through the carelessness
of their remote ancestors others have to
go without that useful appendage. It
matters not whether they are of one
genus or another, there is no evidence, or
any attempt at evidence, that a single
species is poisonous or of the slightest
harm to man or beast, except that they
feed on the tender morsels of the garden.
One species. Helix pouratia, is known as
the "edible snail" and is commonly eaten
in France and Italy, as well as other
species. There is no tloubt that they can
survive our winters and are found most
common in localities where they can \
shelter onlv under the fallen leaves.

About the legal question: It is too i

absurd to seriously enter into. The
greenhouses have neither generated nor
harbored the snails. They might as well
ask for the removal of the houses because
greenfly has been troubling the roses of
the town or that the odor of Liliumaura-
tum coming from the greenhouses is too
strong for some invalid neighbors. Small
slugs are very fond of adiantums and
several other of our greenhouse plants
and we have to fight them, but there is
nothing in the greenhouse that the larger
species are fond of and they are rarely
seen. Just let these councilmen make a
move to have the greenhouses removed
and Mrs. S. could soon show what a set
of ignoramuses they are. And she could

PROP. L. 0. HOWARD.
Uovernmt'nt Entomologist.

prove by the evidence of hundreds of
intelligent men that a greenhouse was no
more conducive to the welfare of snails
than is a church. Not only would it be
impossible for the city to remove the
houses for any such alleged nuisance but
Mrs. Smith would be justified in claim-
ing damages from the city for injury to
her business from such idle and unwar-
rantable talk. Many people might be
afraid to buy a geranium from Mrs. S.
for fear of catching the snail disease.

But just fancy living in a city in the
great state of Ohio in this age where the
health physician and the board of health
discuss and then decide that the best way
to "abate the snail nuisance" is to order
the greenhouses removed. It is a relic of
barbarism antedating the darkages. The
councilmen and health physician ought to
be inoculated with Cyclostomidae Ampul-
lariida;. Wsi. Scott.

Prof. L. O. Howard.

We present herewith a portrait of Prof.
L, 0. Howard, the new Chief of the Divi-
sion of Entomology of the U. S. Dept. of
Agriculture, Washington, D. C.

Prof. Howard was for sixteen years
first assistant to Prof. C. V. Riley, who
recently resigned the position of chief of
the division, and he is therefore in close
touch with the practical work in hand,
and will assuredly carry it out on the
same broad lines that have been followed
in the past.

It is gratifying to note that faithful
work has been rewarded by deserved pro-
motion and that the voice of the depart-
ing chief was heeded by the powers that
be in naming his iuccessor.

The Division of Entomology is to the
horticulturist as well as the agriculturist
one of the most important of the branches
of the U. S. Department of Agriculture,
and the government can do no greater
service to those two great industries than
by furnishing every facility to specialists
to carry on their work of ascertaining by
experiment the best means of combatting
the insect pests that are increasing in
number and variety with such alarming
rapidity.

Furious Hail Storm at Newport, R. I.

The great storm of July 14, was the
most desti-uctive ever experienced here,
and the desolation and confusion it
created during its few minutes duration
will not soon be forgotten. The streets
are littered with leaves and branches and
the hapless greenhouse men are busy
raking up the shattered remnants of their
roofs. The track of the storm was not
more than a mile and a half wide but it
carried destruction to every glass house
in its course and most unfortunately its
path was right through the section where
are located those who could least afi'ord
to bear the loss, the hard working florists
and market gardeners, with whose grow-
ing crops and greenhouses it wrought
cruel havoc, while the conservatories of
the wealthy residents escaped with the
most trifling damage.

The hail stones were of enormous size,
flattened and shaped somewhat like a
tomato and came down with such force
as to bury themselves in the earth, board
surfaces being deeply dented and tin roofs
cut clear through in some places.

Carl Jurgens was the largest loser.
Both his establishments were completely
riddled, there being practically no glass
left on 21 houses covering 60,000 feet of
ground. Roses in splendid condition,
which he depended upon for summer cut-
ting are smashed down, and mildew from
Newports' foggy atmosphere will com-
plete their ruin. Mr. Jurgens estimates
the value of glass destroyed at from
$6,000 to $8,000, but the loss on the
plants and loss of labor will add several
thousands to this estimate.

.\nother heavy sufferer is William Find-
lay, and much sympathy is expressed for
him. Three plant bouses and eight fruit
houses IS the extent of his establishment.
Bruised peaches and nectarines are
thickly strewn among the broken glass,
and five crops of grapes are badly dam-
aged with little hopes of escape from the
dreaded mildew. Outside hydrangeas
and other show plants are cut to pieces
and two large melon patches are ruined.
Mr. Findlay's loss, including prospective
profits from fruit crop, will amount to
$6,000 or $7,000.

Aaron Brandt, with eight houses, loses
about 90% of his glass and estimates his
loss, including grapes, at several thous-
and dollars.

Gibson Brothers' 9 houses were built of
the finest double thick glass but thev
fared little better, not more than one-fifth
escaping. Their loss will be several
thousands.

Henry J. Haas suffered a damage ol
nearly one thousand dollars.

K. Phelen's -t houses were completelv
ruined,

G. H. Riggs lost about 10,000 lights of
small glass, M. Butler & Son 15,000
lights and J. M. Hodgson, John Allan,

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The American Florist,

July /p,

Thomas Galvinand the Newport Nursery
Company escaped with less damage.

The only private places that met any
serious loss were H. G. Alarquand, Geo.
Harman, James Gordon Bennett, E. J.
Berwind and Mrs. Paran Stevens.

The storm after leaving Newport
passed over Middletown where Wayland
Smith and other market gardeners' got a
taste of its fury.

Newport will be a gold mine for the
glass men for some time to come. Not
one of the parties injured had any hail in-
surance. They had no idea it would ever
come their wav.

Coming Exhibitions.

Atlantic City. N. .1. — 'I'nule exliiltition Sorii't>

of ,\iut'ru*jiu Florists. G. C. W'alson, Sup't of

oxhibitioi). lOiT.Vrch St.. l'hiIii(U>l])lii:i. l*n.
Boston. Sept. 5-6. .\niiual p.vhibition of plants

and flowers Mass. Hort. Society.
Chicago. Nov. 3-9. Chrvsanthenium show Hort.

Society of Chicafo.' W. C. Egan, Sec'y, 620

Dearborn Ave.
Newport. R. I.. Nov. 6-8. Chrysanthemum show

Newport Hort. Society. "Ales MacLellan,

Sec'y. Ruffples Ave.
Boston.' Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show Mass.

Ilor^. S<K*ietv. Robt! Manning, Sec'y, Horti-
cultural Hall.
PiTTSFiELD, Mass., Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum

show Berkshire Countv Gardeners' and Flo-
rists' Club. \V. M. "Edwards, Scc'v. 103

Howard St.. Pittsfleld.
St. Loris, Mo., Nov. 6-9. Chrysantliemura show

St. Louis Florists' Club. E. Schray, Sec'y,

4I0I I*ennsylvania .\ve.
Indianapolis, 'Ind,, Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Society of Indiana Florists." \V. G. Ber-

termann, Se<''y, 37 Massachusetts Ave.
Philadelpuia, Pa. .Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Pennsylvania Hort. Society. D. D. L.

Farson, Sec'y. Horticultural Hall. Broad St.
Denveb. Colo., "Nov. 7-10. Chrysanthemum show

Denver Florists' Club. Adaiu Kohankie, Sec'y,

L.li. 375, So. Denver, Colo.
Providence. R. I.. Nov. 8-10. Chrysanthemum

show Rhode Island Hort. Society. C. W.

Smith.Sec'y. 61 Westminster St.
Montreal, Nov, 12-14. Chrvsauthemum show

Montreal Gardeners' and Florists' Club. Fred

Bennett. Sec'y.62 Aylmer.St.
Worcester. Mass.. Nov. 13-15. (Jhrysnntheraum

show Worcester County Hort. So'ciety. Edw.

W. Lincoln, S<;e"y.
Toronto. Ont.. Nov." . Chrysanthemum show

Toronto Gardt^ners' and Florists' Ass'n. A. H.

Ewinf. Se<-'v, 85 Carlton St.
SPRiNoriELU. >fAHs.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show HaniiKlen County Hort. Society. VV. F.

Gale. S'c'v, '.J3 John St.
MiLWArKRR. \\'is.. Nov. . CJhrysanthenium

nhow Milwaukee Florists* Club. *A. Klokner,

Sec'y, 219 Gmnd Ave.
Hamilton. Ont.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Hamilt'>n Agrlc. Society. Walter H.

Bruce, Sec'y.
(Se<*rr'tarie» will cfinfer a favor by sunplyine
dfiU'R an iMKfH UK difridt'd Ulion. We shall 1h> Kind
to knou of an> further snows de4;lded U|Mrn and
Dot in'-lufletl in our list, even If exar't dale Is not
yet detiTininMl. )

Hardy Flowers for August.

The month of August brings us to the
last of the flowering trees of small
•tatore. Yet few as they arc they would,
if gathered into a smnll garden, comm.nnd
a good deal of surprise and attention,
while when distributed over miles of ter-
ritory they are lost in the prevailing
ocean of green.

The trees arc chiefly Aralia chinensis
rai-R., Clerodcndron trichotomun., Kcjcl-
rcutcria paniculata, Oxydcndron arboi-
eum, Khus scmialata vars., Sophora
Japonica vnm. The sorrel tree (Oxydcn-
dron) flowcrM in July southwards, where
it becomes very Iwnatiful in flower, seed
and foliage.

There are still a good numljcr of flow-
ering shrulis, some of which arc reiK-atcd
from my midsummer list, and will Ik- re-
pealed again in Scptcmlx-r, cither iKcauic
they are enduring in their |>criods of
blo<jm; or that they continue ornamental
from their seed pods, and fruits. The
■hrubhy plants peculiar to this month
nre well wirth massing toficthcr for
■pccial effects, us arc thofc of any season.

The habits of our people render these
special eifects desirable at the summer
resorts. There can be no doubt but very
striking effects can be had by these sea-
sonal displays, although they have re-
ceived but scant attention. To be sure
we begin to see what the tulip and rho-
dendron can do — and perhaps the rose —
but beyond them we have nothing of the
kind which gave to Cliveden (Mr. Astor's
English home ) its world wide reputation
for its seasonal displays. It is perfectly
feasible to plant for an exhibition which
will endure a month, or two, and still
leave the beds to be filled with bedding
plants or annuals. Such shrubs as the
following if tastefully grouped are capa-
ble of rich effects.

Althjea syriacus varieties.

Buddleia Lindleyana.

Calluna vulgaris.

Clethra acuminata, C. alnifolia, C. bar-
binensis.

Callicarpa purpurea.

Clematis crispa, C. Davidiana, C.
flamula, C. paniculata, viliccUa, etc.

Clerodendron viscosum (S.).

Desmodium pendulitlorum.

Daboeoia polifolia.

Daphne Cneorum.

Erica vagans.

Euonymus Sieboldianus.

Gofdonia pubescens (S.).

Hydrangea horcensis (S.). H. panicu-
lata varieties.

Hypericum hircinum, H. multiflorum,
H. prolificum, H. densiflorum, H. gal-
lioides.H.Moserianum, H.calycinum, H.
patulura, H. aureum.

Hibiscus roseus, H. malva-alcea, etc.,
are technically herbs, but assume the
character of good sized shrubs when
given room on a lawn.

Indigofera Dosua, usually dies to the
ground in this climate.

Kerria japonica is often very showy in
late August.

Lespedeza bicolor (S.).

Leycesteria formosa (S.).
LagersiroL-mia indica (S.).

Lonicera Halleana.

Polygonum cuspidaLum, P. Sachalin-
ense.

Potentilla fruticosa.

Kubus odoratus.

Khodotypos kerrioides.

Rhus copallina.

Rosa Wichuraiana, rugosa vars., and
sujh hybrids as Mrs. John Laing, Dins-
more, Clothilde Soupert, etc. etc., and 1
would like to direct attention to the fact
that K. la-vigata is hardy on walls as far
north as Trenton.

Spinea Douglassii, S. salicifolia, S.
tomentosa and the varieties of S. Bum-
alda, if pruned after the spring flowering.

Tamarix chinensis.

Tecoina radicans, T. grandiflora.

Vitex agnus-castuK, V. incisa (S.).

I'eriploca gr;eca (the silk vine) also
flowers during August, but is scarcely
showy.

The most brilliant displays arc to be
had however, from the licrbacemis plants.
In many cases these are not surpassed by
any plants anywhere.

Acanthus latifolitis.

Achilleas.

Acoiiitum Napcllus vars., A.lycotonum,
A. unciii.'itum.

.Mliums.

Artemisia Stelleriaiia.

Aster AmclluH lluHHarabicus, A. spccta-
bilis, A. longifoliui, A. lormosui, etc.

,\nsonin salicifolia.

Itocconiii cordntn.

FJcBsera rU-gniiH.

Cassia Miirylnndica.

Catnnanche cicrulea, etc.

Campanula Mariesii,C.carpathica, etc.

Callinhoe involucrata.

Cimicifuga racemosa.

Coreopsis tripteris.

Crinum Powellii (S.).

Begonia discolor (S.).

Delphinium formosum, D. sinense, D.
nudicaule.

Echinacea purpurea, E. angustifolia.

Eryngium giganteum, E. amethysti-
num, etc.

Euphorbia Myrsinites.

Eupatoreum ageratoides, E. CEelesti-
nutn, K. perfoliatum.

Funkia purpurea, etc.

Gaillardias.

Galtonia candicans.

Gentjana Andrewsii varieties.

Gypsophylas.

Helenium autumnale, H. multiflorus.

Heuchera sanguinea.

Hibiscus militaris, H. moscheutos.

Helianthus species and varieties.

Hemerocallis Thunbergii.

Ipomoea leptophylla (S.).

T/iatris pycnostachya.

Linum species.

Lilium Henryii, L. Brownii (S.), L.
speciosum varieties, L. sulphureum, L.
tigrinum varieties.

Lytbrum superbum.

Lobelia cardinalis.

Mimulus cardinalis.

Malvas.

Milla biflora.

Rhexia virginica.

(T^notheras.

Rudbeckias.

Ruellia ciliosa.

Sidum Sieboldii, S. spectabile, S. Tele-
phium varieties.

Statice latifolia.

Tricyrtis hirta.

Vernonia Nova-boracensis.

Veronica longifolia sub-sessilis.

Besides these are the innumerable
varieties of Phlox paniculata, pentste-
mon, salvia, the various aquatics and
zephyanthes, gladiolus, and other bulbs,
which at the north are neither regarded
as hardy or herbaceous.

Trenton, N. J. James MacPherson.

Philadelphia.

"We have heard of various plans for
shading greenhouses, but this one is
something a little out of the common and
is not likely to be generally adopted. A
certain grower in this vicinity having a
lot of roses planted and wantingto shade
the house in a hurry could find nothing
better for the purpose than a little flour.
Sending his man ahead of him with a
hose to wet the glass he followed scatter-
ing the flour over the wet surface. It was
easy to get it on, but oh my, what a job
to u;ct it off! \ little whiting is now
always on hand.

Atkinson & Son of Edgewater are now
cutting asters, the first we have seen from
houses planted for summer cutting; $1
JKT hundred is asked for the (lowers.

Carnations arc still |)Icnti('ii1 but the
crops arc falling off. Kaiscrin, La Prance
and Tcstout are looming up.

Thomas I'^oulds, of Gyncdd, is carrying
some rcilly line Mcrmcts. Tliey would
have p.isscd last winter. Mr. i'oulclshits
had great success the jiast season with
both Merinet and Itride and intends to
leave the ])liints, which look very fine, in
for another year. He says he has no par-
ticular met hod of treating them but thinks
his soil is suili that he can give water
more freely than most rhiladelphia
growers.

Sweet |)ea8 are plentiful and despite the

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THE BARD OF KING3ESSING WRITES AN ODE UPON THE CHARMS OF ATLANTIC

CITY IN AUGUST.

dry weather some really good flowers are
to be seen. Miss Biker of Media seems to
have great success with this flower.

Rain is very badly needed in this vicinity
and many outside crops are suffering in
consequence.

President Lonsdale has appointed the
following gentlemen on the various com-
mittees that will have charge of the
Philadelphians' and the social features of
the convention.

Entertainment— John Burton, Robert Craig,
H H Battles, John Westcott. Chas. D. Ball.

RECErTiox ANi> Registration— David Beam,
John W. Colflesh, August Lutz, Joseph Heacock,
John Welsh Young, Harry Bayersdorfer. Geo C.
Campbell, Harry W. Schroyer, Wm, J. Baker, D.
D. L. Parson, Robert Crawford, Jr., Fred Hahman,
John G. Gardner, John M. Hughes.

ExHiETloN — George C. Watson.

LADIES— Chas. D. Ball, Wm. Warner Harper,
Alex. Scott, Charles E. Meehan, Wm. Patterson
Craig.

TRANSPORTATiON-Thos. Cartledge, Geo. C. Wat-
son, John Westcott.

Hotel Accomodations — Robert Kift, H. C.
Scheaffer, Jos. Heacock.

Press- Geo. C. Watson, H. C. Scheaffer, D. D.
L. Farson, Robert Kift.

Bowling — George Craig, Georce Anderson,
John Westcott,

Everything in connection with thecom-
ing convention is workingsmoothly. The
entertainment committee, on which the
burden of the work falls, is a strong one
and their part will without doubt be well
done.

Superintendent Watson says that nearly
all the exhibition space has been taken up
and that this feature of the convention
will be well worth seeing. All the latest
greenhouse appliances as well as all staple
articles will be seen in competition and he
says that without doubt the display will
be one of the educational features of the
meeting.

"Terrified at the thought of imprison-
ment Frank Robinson of Wynne wood,
Montgomery Co.. who was locked up at
the 28th District Station House charged
with the larceny of $75 from aflorisiwho
employed him tried to hang himself in his
cell using his clothing for a rope. The
turnkey discovered hira and cut him
down before it was too late." The above

news item is from yesterday's paper. We
have been unable to ascertain the florists'
name, but we think it must have been
remorse at having robbed a florist that
prompted the poor fellow to attempt to
take his life rather than fear of imprison-
ment.

One of our city florists was found fast
asleep with his feet propped upon a chair
across his doorway recently. Customers
had to first wake him up to get inside.

H. H. Battles has given up his contem-
plated trip to Europe. Mr. Battles has
not been in the best ot health recently and
this with the press of business has caused
him to defer his trip.

.\lfred Hoag met with a painful acci-
dent on Saturdav last. Agame of corner
ball between married and single men was
in progress at David Beam's place at
Bala. Mr. G. C. Watson was at the bat
and swinging it for a home run he caught
Mr. Hoag very near the eye. It was a
very dangerous wound but with the aid
of a surgeon he was fixed up and it is
hoped nothing serious will result.

At a meeting of the bowlers on Satur-
day evening last Robert Kift was elected
captain of the team to represent Phila-
delphia in Atlantic City. It was decided
also to bring the cup back to Philadel-
phia. Other aspirants will please take
notice, particularly the "Leuleys." K.

Chicago.

With a feeble gasp once in a while the
market denotes the fact that it is not en-
tirely dead. The closing days of the past
week showed what at this season of the
vear might be called quite an activity.
On Saturday the market was sold out
clean, a thing that hasn't happened for
many a day. Roses without exception
are poor; the very best of them could
hardly pass muster for second quality,
and in carnations it is the same.

Outdoor flowers of all kinds begin to
suffer from the continued dry weather.
Sweet peas, which of this class are about
the only thing in demand, are getting

very short in stem for want of moisture.

The shipping trade is still verj' dull.
The railroad troubles are about over and
the wholesale men are now looking for
an improvement. Collections are re-
ported as very slow, both for the city and
country, and so long as the retail trade
continues as dull as at present there is
small hope for an improvement in this
direction. Wholesale men. however, are
not the only sufferers. The retailer is
obliged to extend credit himself to his
customers, and in his case collections are
equallj poor.

At the last meeting of the Florist Club
a very interesting paper entitled "His-
torical reminiscences of the Chicago cut
flower trade," was read by Mr. F. F.
Benthey and was much enjoyed by the
members. The paper appears in full else-
where in this issue. In the discussion it
appeared that in the "good, old days"
the florists of this city were rarely on
speaking terms. Referiing to a doubtful
date one member remarked "I remember
that — had a store at that corner in
1870, but I couldn't say as to the interior
arrangement, for I never was inside. The
feeling then existing was such that it
would probably have been unhealthy for
me to attempt to go in." Truly the
"good, old days" of high prices and in-
dependence had their drawbacks as well
as their advantages.

An election in July was an unusual
feature which was brought about by the
resignations ot Secretary Keenan and
Financial Secretary Maas. Mr. Keen-
an's afi"airs had changed so that he was
unable to longer attend the meetings and
Mr. Maas will remove from the city. The
election to fill the vacancies resulted in
the selection of Mr. J. B. Deamud as sec-
retary, and Mr. Charles McKellar as
financial secretary. Both are able men
and will add strength to the club's official
circle.

The regular quarterly meeting of the
Horticultural Society of Chicago was
held at the Sherman House last Saturday
afternoon. After theroutinebusinesshad
been transacted, there being no essay on
the program, a member laid out some
work for the society to do by suggesting
that it take up the proposition to estab-
lish a tree commission in this citj' which
shall be authorized to plant and main-
tain shade trees on the streets on the plan
followed in the city of Washington. Also
that the society vigorously support
.\lderman Madden in his attempt to have
the Lake Front Park improved and credi-
tably maintained. On motion President
Chad wick appointed a committee to con-
fer with Mr. Madden and tender him the
support of the society in his cfTorts to
secure action in the Lake Front Park
matter and any other move that will re-
sult in advancing horticulture in this city.

In response to some questions pro-
pounded by Mr. Pearson, there was an in-
teresting discussion upon the growing of
rhododendrons in this city and vicinity
in which it developed that there was some
diversity of opinion as to whether lime
in the soil was specially injurious to these
plants, some holding that it was impos-
sible to grow them in soil containing
even a trace of lime or where the water
used held lime in solution, and others
maintaining that a moderate amount of
lime had no deleterious effect.

Appropriate resolutions upon the death
of the late Dr. J. A. Kennicott, who had
been a very active member of the society,
were adopted by a rising vote.

Matters connnected with the coming
annual fall exhibition were discussed and

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July ig,

it was decided to call a meeting ot the
executive committee for Thursday, 19th
inst.

Boston.

Sweet peas and carnations are themost
abundant stock in the market at present.
The street boys manage to sell a good
many of them but the net prices realized
hardly pay for the trouble of marketing.
Roses are received in small quantities,
but enough for the very light demand.

Mr. N. F. McCarthy is the possessor of
a handsome and commodious yacht this
season and frequently invites the boys to
a sail in the harbor.

Mr. W. H. Elliott of Brighton has
leased the Shaw place at Newtonville,
recently run by J. F. Curtis. The build-
ings are being thoroughly overhauled and
two new houses are being built.

The Growers' Co-operative Association
has arranged for a large increase of floor
space at their present location on Park
street and have secured a lease of the
premises for five years.

An interested visitor at the weekly ex-
hibition on Saturday, July 14, was Mr.
Jos. A. Dirwanger of Portland, Me.

New York.

There is very little stock coming to the
city at present except carnations and out-
door flowers. Roses of good quality are
exceedingly hard to obtain, but this
makes little difference as there is no call
for them. Lily of the valley sells very
poorly this season.

\V. F. Sheridan is painting up and
renovating his establishment in anticipa-
tion of fall trade.

John Raynor is rusticating in the inte-
rior of Massachusetts.

Jas. Hart spends most of his time at his
mansion in Madison.

Buffalo.

The melancholy days have come.

The saddest of alfthe year;
When nobody wants any roses,

And of florist stores steer clear.

It's a fact, the dog-day dullness is upon
us and there is little excuse for anyone
now to buy flowers. It may seem like
treating a serious and sacred subject
ligbtlv. but nevertheless, a talk with a
prominent undertaker a few days ago
revealed the fact that they recognise and
expect dull and busy months just as much
as a hardware or dry goods merchant
docs, and as July and August are two of
their very dullest monchs, little trade can
be looked for in that quarter.

There arc plenty of flowers forthe little
trade that demands them. Mr, W. A,
.\damB. of the late firm of Adams &
Nolan, has started up at the old stand
and thcrcislittlcdrjubt butwhat "Andy"
will make a bucccss df it. If the good
winhcf of friends in the trade will help, he
certainly has that and a little more.

At the Inst meeting of the Florist Club
held on the lOih at the house of the sec-
retary, it was decided after n lively de-
bate to abandon the flower show forthis
fnll. Pity t'i», t'is thus, but I'is wise.
The fact is there arc only a few commerci.-il
florist* here who would sacrifice a few
dollars for glory and that isnil there usu-
ally is in flower shows in Kuffalr), Others
can't sec any benefit to the trade unless
they see the liolliirs dangling Iwforc their
note* a* carrots arc hung before a don-
key to accelerate his sluggish sfK'cd,
<)ther» won't join in simply liccnuHc it
wilt be a public dctnooRtration of their

being only 2d or 3d best. How few men
can take a beating in anything and come
up smiling with admiration for his adver-
sary! When you meet one of those he is
a jewel. Another reason for lack of sup-
port in a flower show is the almost total
absence of anything like a good private
place from which we might expect exhi-
bits. In fact there is not a private estab-
lishment within 30 miles of Buffalo that
amounts to beans. I beg their pardon,
perhaps they do grow beans.

There is always a chance to be thank-
ful that things are not as bad as they
might be. While we are terribly annoyed
with Canada flies, universal flies, tropical
weather and lack of business, we have a
great let-up in the drummer. For this
we ought to be sincerely and devoutly
thankful. It is bad enough in cold or
moderate weather to have to be civil to
them, but just fancy jumping from one
side to another in this temperature, when
they fix on you that practiced smile or
fusillade of chestnuts.

Mr. Alex Scott, of Lauraville, Balti-
more Co., Md., spent a week in Buffalo
receutly. Mr. S, was a resident of this
city from 1870 to 1878 and had not visi-
ted it for nearly S years. He saw many
changes. He has a brother residing here
also in the business. W. S.

St. Louis.

Trade has been very slow during the
past week. About the only thing looked
for is funeral work, and that is scarce.
Stock is very poor, owing to extreme
warm, dry weather and the changes be-
ing made at the various establishments
at present.

The regular club meeting was held on
the second Thursday of the month and a
very poor attendance was called to order
by President Waldbart. Mr. Koenig,
who was to read a paper on "Hardy
herbaceous plants," failed to put in an
appearance; his paper has been continued,
however, and he will undoubtedly favor
the club at the next meeting. Mr. Worz
was appointed by the president to pre-
pare and read a paper on the "Best
method of handling and disposing of
flowers by the wholesaler" after the club
had heard from Mr. Koenig.

The transportation committee reported
that very satisfactory terms had been
secured for those expecting to attend the
convention at Atlantic City. Owing,
however, to there being another regular
meeting to be held before the time of de-
parture for the convention nothing final
was done in the matter.

This being the regular meeting for the
nomination of (jfiicers for the ensuing
year, the names ot the following mem hers
were proposed lor the various oflices, the
election to be held at the regular August
meeting: For president, Fied Wther,
Alex Waldbart, Harry Young, Chns.
Connon, R, F. Tesson; lor vice-president,
Jules lienecke, I'rank Fillmore; for 8<cre-
tary, Hmil Schray; lor treasurer, John
Young; and for trustees the following—
C,C, Sanders, I. lies Henecke, Iv, H. Michel,
Alex W.'ddbari and \<. I', Tesson.

At the Itowliiig Club meeting on the
14lh, ofhcerH were iltcted for the ensuing
year as fcjllows: Harry Voung, jireBi-
dcnt; John Young, treasurer; and Jules
lienecke, secretary. The treasurer's rt-

!)ort WHS read, showing n balance on
land of ,$.'{, 4.''i, The medals for the last
BcritM go as lollfiwf : "High Score," l)r.
Ilclwig, average score 201; "Lucky
Medal," Kob't Heyer, score 2<il; Leather
Medal, C. koeper, score \Ti~. Owing to
the warm weather it was decided to dis-

continue meetings until the first Wednes-
day in September. It was decided also
to have a team represent St. Louis at
the convention, and while our heaviest
men cannot attend, a fair average is ex-
pected to be secured. An assessment was
levied to purchase six new balls with
which the team can try to bowl them-
selves to glory at Atlantic City.

The committee having the picnic in
charge have reported everything as mov-
ing smoothly. Arrangements have been
made for all the necessary details and a
circular gotten out and mailed to all the
florists in town notifying them of the
event and giving a list of the prizes to be
competed for. Judging from the hearty
endorsement the idea receives everywhere
the event cinnot be otherwise than en-
joyable to all who participate, and all
should make an effort to reach the High-
lands on the 25th. R. F. T.

Toronto.

At the Flower Show to be held here by
the Electoral District Society the pros-
pects are good for an unusually well
grown lot of stove and greenhouse plants
ferns, palms, etc. It is to be hoped that
the management may see fit to arrange
them with a view to greater artistic effect
than has been exhibited at this show in
former years. Surely with such a fine lot
of specimen plants something more might
be done than to simply stand them in
rows like regiments of soldiers. The
management of thechrysanthemumshow
will also do well to take this point into
their serious condition too, I know it is
extremely difHcult to get out of old
grooves, especially in the hurry and bustle
of the first day, but with the right man
for superintendent, who had laidhis plans
beforehand, a decided change for the bet-
ter might be made. The public expects
these things to be done artistically these
days and as the public has the money
which the florists want to transfer to
their pockets it would be well to try and
attract its patronage as muchas possible.

The time has come when stories of big
gooseberries, large catches of fish and such
like arc in season (I ha\e heard no stories
of big profits this yearyet ), and when the
pious gardener or florist hies himself with
his wile and family to the Sunday School
picnic and returns happy and full of cake
and strawberries. At all events there is
a great dearth of news items just now
and the fish stories must wait till the con-
vention and be told viva voce — that is if
any of us ever get there. At present it
looks as if we should have to mortgage
our prospective Christmas trade if we
want to see Atlantic City. E.

Pittsburg.

There is little or no business in the retail
stores except funeral work. The markets
are over run of late with bedding stull
with no demand.

Mr, Lincoln I'icrson of the Lord &
Iturnli.'iin Co, was here this week. They
will ril)uil(l (or remodel) the greenhouses
at .\lleglienv Cemetery at a cost of about
.$1.''),000.

J. II. Troy, of Pitcher & Manda called
here Inst week, and reported business
very good,

,Mr, H, Ncagley and his brother have
been adding <)uitc a number of orchids to
their already fine collection (private),

A meeting of the I'lorist Club on Tues-
day last brought c|uitc a few of the mem-
bers together. Committees were ap.
pointed to ascertain cost to members o

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Hotels at Atlantic City, N. J.

The committee have obtained from the United States, the largest hotel, a special
rate of $2.50 per day and a guarantee that they can accommodate four hundred
guests. From at least one-half the rooms there is an ocean view, and broad piazzas
surround the hotel, from which can be seen an ever moving panorama. There are
also many other hotels and cottages who have promised the committee they will
make room for the delegates, which list, with prices, is given below.

NAME.

Albemarle,

Amole,

Aidniore,

Baltimore Villa,

Belleview,

Brevoort,

By-the-Sea,

Carlyle,

Cliftou,

Edgewater,

Castlemere,

EpwoTth,

Glenville,

Hewitt,

Berkeley,

Elberson,

Hoffman,

Wellington.

Wiltshire,

Lehman,

Lelande.

Louella,

Monterey,

Ocean Villa,

Park Cottage,

Raymond,

Saratoga,

Upton,

Vmedole,

Windsor,

Frayraore,

Brighton,

Dennis,

Shelburne.

Haddon Hall,

Chalfonte.

Kenilworth,

United States,

The Stratford,

SITVATIOX.

Cor. Virginia & PaciBc Aves.
21 South, South Carolina Ave.
]6(> South, Virginia Ave.
120 South, Tennessee Ave.
Ocean End New Jer&ey Ave.

18 South, South Carolina Ave,

Cor. Mass. & Pacific Ave.

102 South, So. Carolina Ave.

Cor. Atlantic & Conn. Aves.

123 South, So. Carolina Ave.

1U6 South. So. Carolina Ave.

121 South. So. Carolina Ave.

South Tennessee Ave.

29 South Pennsylvauia Ave,

Ocean End Kentucky Ave.

Cor. Tenn. & Pacific Aves.

South Pennsylvania Ave.

South Kentucky Ave.
E.L. Chandler & Co. South Virginia Ave.
Miss Lehman, 114 Sou' h Penna, Ave.

S. Wagner, Mass. Ave. and Ocean,

Mrs. Carver, 138 South Tennessee Ave.

E. K Newcomet. Virginia Ave. Ocean End.
Mrs. Schernberger, So. Carolina & Pacific,
M. B. Walker, 1302 Pacific Ave.

Mrs. M. D. Evans, South Virgpnia Ave,

South Carolina Ave.

South Tennessee Ave.

South Pennsylvania Ave.

South Illinois Ave.

South Illinois Ave.

South Indiana Ave.

South Micnigan Ave.

South Michigan Ave.
Leeds & Lippincott, North Carolina Ave.
Mrs. Roberts & Son, North Carolina Ave.
Mrs. Grubb, Kentucky Ave. Beach End,

Mrs. J. S. Davis. Maryland & Pacific Aves.
(European plan), Beach End Kentucky Ave

PROPRIETOR.

C. E. Cope.
Mrs. S. C. Amole,
Mrs. Story,
Mrs. Hallahan,
Mrs. McClure,
Mr. Norris,

Mrs. Hotine,
Mrs. Cope,
Miss Parkenson,
Mrs. M. Muldune,
M. M. Downs,
Mrs. Hopkins,
W. S. Ives,
Bew Bros.
Mrs. M. J. Eckert,
Mrs. CaUoway,
H. S. Milnur,

Mrs. S. A. Haines,
Mrs. Fothergill,
Mrs. Frambes,
G. Waters & Son.
W.W.Green & Co.
F. Hensley & Son,
Joseph Barton,
J. W. Southwick,

CAPACITY.

RATES PER WEEK

150

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150

12.00 to

18.00

•200

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200

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20.00

800

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160

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25.00

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130

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30 00

300

20.00 to

3.5.00

500

18.00 to

30.00

200

18.00 to

:30.00

2.50

ISOOto

30.00

250

18.00 to

30.00

150

1.5.00 to

20.00

Special rate $2.50 per day.
$1 50, 82 & 82.50 per day; 65 rooms.

transportation to the convention at
Atlantic City, and to procure a suitable
place for the club to hold a picnic about
the first week in August.

Mr. B. Elliott, of Elliott & Ulam, has
returned from his wedding tour, looking
bright and gay as usual. A. J. E.

Montreal.

The season just past has been very un-
satisfactory to the florists, especially
those who make a specialty of bedding
plants. A much larger stock was grown
but the sales were less, and the result is
each grower has thousands left over.

At the regular monthly meeting of the
G. & F. Club on Tuesday, the 10th, reso-
lutiuiis of condolence were drafted and
ordered to be transmitted to the family
of the late James Burnett. By the death
of Mr. Burnett the club has lost a kind
and generous friend, and Mr. Bland a
good and sympathetic employer.

At the same meeting a paper was read
on greenhouse firing or stokeing which
brought out a deal of discussion, a few
very valuable wrinkles being exchanged.

There being a vacancy in the office of
corresponding secretary through the
resignation of Mr. Stocking, Mr. James
McKenna, consented to fill the position
for the balance of the year. His address
is Cote des Neiges, Montreal, P. Q.

The date for the chrysanthemum show
has been decided on, viz., November 7,
S and 9, in the Windsor Hall. The ad-
vertising spaces in the prize list are being
fast filled up, many of the leading Ameri-
can firms having secured a page each.

Mr. Bennett's new place at Lachine is
fast approaching completion. It will
certainly be the most commodious and
complete establishment in this vicinity.

Mr. James Bray has sold out his neat
little establisbment on St. Catherine
street, to George Hopton. The new firm
is Harris & Hopton. Mr. Bray will in the
future confine himself to landscape work.

The first exhibition of the Canadian
Pansy Society took place last Saturday,

and was fairly well attended. But as the
season for out door roses had just passed
and owing to the extreme hot weather
lately there were no good pansies,the show
was a failure in regard to quality of ex-
hibits. A table of perennial flowers was
much admired.

The show was held on Mr. Alfred
Joyce's place at Outremont, the beautyof
which made up in a great measure for
any disappointment in the matter of ex-
hibits. These grounds comprise some 7
or 8 acres and are a picture worth admir-
ing. The collection of herbaceous peren-
nials there must be one ot the largest in
the country. A large bed of dahlias,
although early in the season was in full
bloom. Mr. Joyce is an enthuastic lover
of flowers and at every turn some fresh
novelty is seen; whether in thesbapeof
newest fuchsia or geranium, hardy peren-
nial or shrub, they are all here. Mr.
George Robinson the gardener deserves
great credit for the neat manner in which
the place is kept. Beaver.

July 12.

Worcester, Mass.

Some rain has fallen during the last
two weeks but not enough and we are
again suffering from very warm, dry
weather and kicking as hard as ever;
what a lot of things we have had to kick
about this season, the kicking attachment
seems to be the only part of a florist's
anatomy that never gets tired.

The plant trade has died a natural
death and trade in cut flowers, although
dieing a little harder and giving a few
more gasps and struggles seems to be in
the last throes. Society's last few strag-
glers have shaken the hot dust of the city
off their russets and have flown away to
seashore and mountain, while the weary
florist is hustling to get cleaned up in
time to reach Atlantic City in August
and have a whack at it himself.

We had a good exhibition on the
twelfth and a very fair attendance; the
number of entries made up for the short-

ness of the schedule, the entries of zonal
geraniums and twentv-four vases of dis-
tinct varieties of cut flowers being espe-
cially numerous. A. A. Hixon had a
splendid stand of geranium trusses, all
of good varieties, and M. F. Brierly had
the next best.

F. A. Blake's stand of cut flowers con-
tained some splendid and rare sptcimens
which showed careful cultivation; Mr.
Blake was awarded first for twenty-tour
vases, and Mrs. E. C. Brooks second.

The display of gloxinias in bloom was
good; the plants, though well grown and
flowered, were a little smaller than usual.
H. F. A. Lange received the firsts in the
two classes, and J. A. Abbott and Mrs.
A. T. Buxton the stconds. It was a little
too late for Lilium candidum in this sec-
tion and consequently the exhibit was
not up to the standard.

0. B. Hadwen was awarded a gratuity
for a display of twenty-three varieties of
coniferce foliage, which made an interest-
ing exhibit. H. F. A. Lange showed
vases of coreopsis and Nymphaea odorata
rosea that were awarded gratuities, and
Arta Pierce also received an award for
a stand of native wild flowers.

An interesting feature of the show,
though not exactly in the florist line, was
an exhibit of early celery grown by John
Yacuhokouski. Seedling.

July 13, 1894..

Cleveland.

At the greenhouses of Wamelink Bros,
stock of all kinds is in first-class condi-
tion, especially the roses; all the old stock
has been thrown out and vigorous young
plants put in, which are growing finely
without a speck of mildew or spot. There
i« one house of Bridesmaid, one of Brides,
one of Beauties and one of Mermets and
Perles. The houses are all of uniform
size being 20x100 feet. The chrysanthe-
mums have been benched and are coming
along nicely. Carnations have been dis-
carded by this firm and they will not
grow any the coming winter. J. C. Stan-
ley, formerly jvith the Oakwood Rose
Gardens, is in charge, ably assisted by
his brother.

J. T. Wamelink is building a fine resi-
dence near the greenhouses and will move
out from the city in the fall.

Kunze Bros, in Newburg is a compara-
tively new firm. They havethree houses,
20x125.

G. M. Naumann, on Doan street, who
by the way is not in the last florists'
directory, put up two new houses the
past spring.

Visitors the past week from out of
town were, H. C. Stenger, Chicago; S. A.
Anderson, Buffalo; and W. S. Rennisoa,
Sioux City, Iowa. L. F. D.

Society of American Florists.

Indications point to the probability of a
very large attendance at Atlantic City
next month. As in previous years mem-
bers may escape the crowd and incon-
venience of paying dues and securing
badges at the convention hall by remit-
ting the amount ($3.00) to the secretary
by mail at anytime previous to the meet-
ting. Certificates and badges for 1894
are now ready and will be mailed to
members as soon as dues are received.

Members in arrears are reminded that
the membership rule's of the society re-
quirethat all delinquentsshallmakegood
the amount of their arrearages before
being entited to badge and privileges of
membership for the current year.

W.M J. Stewart, Secretary,
67 Bromfield St., Boston, Mass.

1216

The American Florist.

July ig,

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, jo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

Xo Special Position Guaranteed.

DiscouDts.6 times, 5 per cent: 13 times, 10 percent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdvertlslDK Department of the American
FLoiilST Is for Florists, Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines OXLT. Please to
remembe It.

Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach nsby Monday to secure
Insertion in the Issue for the fullowing Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

WORTH STRI\-I.\C FOR.

Our readers are reminded that the
Society of American Florists has provided
handsome medals of gold, silver and
bronze to be competed for each year at
the time of the annual meeting. These
medals are offered to the originators of
new hybrids or varieties raised from seed
or for the discovery and introduction of
new species or vaineties that are decided
improvements upon existing kinds. The
awards are to be made in accordance
with the following rules:

No award shall be made for any plant that has
not l)een grown at least two years in this country
and exhibited at least twice t>efore some regularly
recognized horticultural society, where it shall
have received a first class endorsement in writing
by said society. Further, that it have theendorse-
ment in writing of three members of the Execu-
tive Committee before it shall l*e considered by
the full Executive Board and then only shall such
award be made by a two thirds vote of the Com-
mittee, such species or variety to be shown in
plant form and cut state where practicable. Not
more than one medal shall be awarded in each
class, and not more than three in all in each
year.

These are close restrictions but they are
none too close if the awards are to have
that high value which will make them
worth striving for. We have had the
pleasure of seeing the medals and they
are certainly very beautiful. The gold
medal is valued at over $Mf).

STiDY 11:

A fact frequently commented upon is
the prevailing lack of practical knowledge
on the part of many of the employes in
our flower stores regarding the goods
they handle. Not only do they know
nothing of the culture or habits of the
plants and flowers which they sell and
arc unable to answer truthfully the nu-
merous (juestions which customers pur-
chasing plants arc sure to ask, but fre-
quently they are found to l)c incajiablc
even of giving correctly the names of the
most common varieties.

It would naturally be supiKiscd that
their ambition for future success and
prccmincnc-' in their chosen occupation
wriuld Ik- a suflicient stimulus to study
and investigation on the part of our
young men, and it would seem that a
•agacious employer would makehorlicult-
ural intelligence a more important rc-
quirrmcnt when hiring aRsislrmtg, cs[)e-
cially nowadays when many of the most
desirable tustomrrs arc wtll u|) in the
knowledge of (ilants and flowers.

We should hear less of this lamentiiblc
Ignorance if our young men would only
make an efTurt to avail themsclvrs o( the
abundant opportunities for information
which are within their reach. What l)ct-
ter use roulrl they make of the long dull
weeks of summer time which are too
often wasted in indolent lounging!' The
time which now hangs so heavy on their

The reproduced Sets, in reduced size, of

Long's Florists' Photographs

are quite the thing for the use of Branch Stores or Agencies.
Charts for making a price list go free with each group of Funeral
Designs. The pictures are very clear and distinct. Prices
absurdly low considering their character. $1.50 to $3.00 for
sets ofay subjects, and $3.00 to $5.00 for sets of 54 subjects.
Send for catalogue

DAN'L B. LONG, TuhlhhQi, Buffalo, N. Y.,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wliolesale and Gommission Florists,

Phone Main 4508.

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill yonr orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING, ""^iss."-

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS HAHUS.
CUT STRINGS s to iz feet long, so cts.

Shipped in large or small quantities to auy part of the country. Orders by mall, tele-
grraph or telephone. ^^^^

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN.

Laurel and Green Festooning, Wreaths, Etc.

SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

Cut Flowers,

L. AUBATUM, JlS.OO per 100.
I.. SFECIOSUni, $4.00 per 100.

We will ll.^ve a fim- svipply of these .ill summer.
Hirst-cl.TSS for funeral woik,

WISCONSIN FLOWER EXCHANGE,
H,jx ST. MII.WAllKKK, WIS.

hands if applied in an earnest effort for
mental improvement would pass quickly
and happily, and would leave them some-
thing to be proud of.

Try it, boys, and you will never regret
it. There are indications that the busi-
ness is already overcrowded. Unem-
ployed gardeners and clerks arc more
plenty than situations are; but rest
assured that there ia never a day when
the best man is not in big demand. There
is always room at the top.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Gut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

I402 PINE STREET.

>HSt. r^ovtlai, Ado.

(SocreHHor to ELLISON « KUEHN),

iH^^ WHOLESALE ^€4^

1122 msrE STUKEIT,

St. l^ovale

JVIo.

Alpine Plants in the Harz Mountains.

Some three years since a llotnnical
(larden was established nn the Itrocken,
one of the highest points of the Ilnrz
Mountains, having in view n trial ol the
Alpine plants. Much care has been Im-
stowed on these expcrimrnts without
success. It h/i» been found with few ex-
ceptions the Alpine plants will not thrive
in thai sec ti>,n, the raw 8 vere winds prc-
vdiling proving disastrous. C C.

Do vol- WANT a list of trade organiza-
tioMH, both national and local, with names
and addrcHfes of principal officers, tin'c
and iilacc of meetings and other informa-
tion? You will find suchnlist inour trade
directory and reference book for 1894.
Price $^'.00.

A oomplete line of Wlr« DedKiu.

DAN'L B. LONG,

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.
sniiTiMi (miiKHs ('.\iiKFni,i,v attenpkd to.
OTIIKIC SPi:<'l;\l,TIKS:

I FlorlHtN* Siipplli-H, ^Vlr«t DfHlfpnn, HiiIIm,

I,<mii;'h riiirlHlH l'lH>toK:rnpliH(HiM>Inr»(u nd.

Cnttilnjfin'N, \.\h\h. 'IV-rniN, vtr . on iiim»II<'«I'<>"-

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

f>I>ll»cI<>Ii>I>ln, X>A.

CUT SMILAX.

15 cents per Striiit;-
JOSEPH E. BONSALt. 308 Garlicld Ave, Salem. 0.

FLORAL DESIGNS

TlirCnl I'lowrr Worker's I'rii-nil. I'Inc book
of IIKI pa|{eH. SeiKl ^3.60 for it, to

J. HORACE MoFARUND, HarrUburg, Pt.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1217

E. H. HUNT,

WHOLESaLEPLORIST

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUIiBS AND AI.I.

FI.OBISTS' SUPPLIES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

KENNIGOTT BROS. CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

34- «£ 36 RANDOLPH STREET.

CHIOAOO.

A. I.. RANDALL,

wtioiesaie Florist,

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Aeent for finest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

Phone Main 221 CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

5/ WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 49.37. CHICAOO.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLESAl^K GROWKKS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES,

59 WABASH AVENUE.

Second Floor. C S*I».^ -^GO.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOSSERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES.

METS, ^^^^^— ^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES, ^^ «— \^^ ^*S^S'

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTlCmTnEAL ADCTIOEERS

1

FOLDING FLOmR BOX.M
ITFLDV/CHS. ^

'the 'PRAimi folding FLOmR

FOR CUT FLDV/CRS.

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for GUT
Flowers.

©V^fiofeAaPa MarfteC*.

Cut Flowers,

New Tohk. July llj.

Roses 60® 2.00

•• per lOOU S2.(iU(9lS.0O

•• Beauty 2.00OI3.00

Carnations. .60® 1.00

perlOOO $3.00®M.50 _^

Valley 1.00® 2.00

Harrisll . .. 4.00® B. 00

Sweet peas, per 100 buDcbes Jl.OO

Smilax b. 00® 8.00

AaparaKUS -^S^g^j.OO

Adlantum '»» 1-00

Boston. July Hi.

Koses, NIphetOB. Gontler 1.00® 3.00

Perle, Sunset 1.00® .i.OO

Brtde, Mermet 2.9i® 8.00

Carnations ..-.^SS oS

HarrlsU C.UO® 8.IJU

Candldum...... l-OO® 2 00

laiy of the valley 2.0U@ i OO

Stock .60

Sweet peas, • 'O

■.■■.'.!.".'.'!....'.'!.'.'.'! i.'ix)

■" 12.0O@15.0O

50.00

Made from lu'iivv. Miinlll.i ilnrd, strnwlioiird. Ship-
ped tint, packed IIW In a orute.

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson ft Clinton Sts., CHICAGO.

TELEPHONE Main 4718.

Candytuft.
Adlantum.
Smllaz.
Asparagus.

PEILADICLPHIA. July If..

KoseB.amail 'f 00

lartre teas 3.00® 4.00

" Beafuils 8.0O@15.OO

CamatlonB »^ l-p"

BURNS & RflYNOR'S

SPECIALTIES;

American Beauty,
Bride,

Bridesmaid,
Meteor,

Sweet Peas. .^^

BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 281b St.. NEW YORK.

Valley.

4.00

8miiii^''.'.'v.v:;:::::::'::";:. :::.:::::. :...io.oo®u.oo

Asparagus nrva rm

IlarrlBll lilies 4.00® b.OO

Sweet peas ■60

Corntiower ,--ffS,nSS

Cattleyas ^•ffif'VSS

Adlantum 'o® '-"O

CHICAGO. July 17.

Roses, La France. Meteor 3 WJ@ 4.00

Kalserin ;■• ;.:a ^■''''® '' ""

General assottment, per lOOO. .f5®J10
Carnations, long 2o@ .*U

ianSies::.::....:; '■'^ilS

'.'.'.'.".'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'. I.OO® 3!oo

.50

1.25

.50

16.0U

HarrlBlI...
Candldum,

St. Louis, July 16.

Roses, Perles.Nlphetos.WoottOD. 2iJ!§ 3iJ!

Bride. Mermet. Bridesmaids sS?® :1SS

Meteors 2.00® 3. CO

'• La France.'Albany, Hoste ?-ii!!®,3-!Ji

■• Beauty 5?9t'^??

Sweetpeas !5® -B

Carnations, long

short

Adlantum

Hollyhocks, asters

Smilax.. .•■. j;-i-

Ferns, common, per lOOO »1.*6

BOTFALO, July VS.

Roses, Beauties •SSnil'tnn

• Mermet. Bride ^•"'® t'ffi

Meteor SiH

Perle. Gontler, Hoste J.ijJ

" Cusln .in^.t?!

Carnations, long L"*® '-^

short ^®wi?,

Auratum lilies ^;'?"

VaUey ^'S

Candytuft X?

lSSSx':':"!v:-.v;;;;.-.v.-.-.;.-.;.v.\-.v.v.v.v.v.-.;i6.oo^2o.oo

Adtantura '^i!

Asparapus ^'"^

GEORGE fl. SUTttERLflND,

Successor to PECK & SUTHERLAND,
Successors to WM. J. STEWART,

SUMMER,
WINTER.

SPRING,
AUTUMN,

In dull season and busy season.
All the year round.

RoseUilyoftiieMey

and all other choice stock
can be obtained of

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SHERIDAN.

. WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street NEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK.

WHOLESALE ♦ FLORIST.

CareftU Shipping to all parts of the country.
Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Gut Flowersi Florists' Supplies CUT^ Flowers,

-VX' M O I- 13 S A. X^ IS .

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and walnut streets.

57 W. 30th St.. NEW YORK.

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange, NEW YORK.

♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦J

X THE DIRECTORY t

♦ FOR 1894 1

IS NOW READY.

PRICE S2.
AM. FLORIST CO

THEO. BOEHBS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 West 30th street.

NKW YORK CITY.

Established 1879.

^♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦^

WELCH BROS..
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
NearTremont St., BOSTON, MASS.

1218

The American Florist.

July ig,

©Re geeS Urac^e.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

D. I. BrsHNELL. St. Louis, president; S. E. Briggs.
Toronto. 1st vice-president; A. L.. l>on. 114 Chambers
street. New York, secretary and treasurer.

H. A. Salzer sailed for Europe July 11.

Mr. D. M. Ferry, Mrs. Ferry, D. M.
Ferry, Jr., and Blanche Ferry sailed for
Europe on the 11th.

Spri.sgfield, Ohio, Jlne 10.— J. H.
Mellin purchased at public sale the orders
and customers lists ot'Chas. A. Reeser for
$725.00.

Kearney, Neb. — A severe hail storm
destroyed much of the vine and corn seed
crops in this vicinity on the night of the
Sth. Beans are also hurt.

The Pea Crop.

Reports from Northern New York dated
July 10, indicate that the severe drought
of ten days previous and still continuing
has very seriously affected the crop and
t hat excessive shortage is no w anticipated
unless earlv rains occur.

Horticultural Exposition at Erfurt.

The display here is very creditable. The
flower beds at this time (June 25) are
planted mainly with geraniums and Pan-
sies.

E. Benary has a fine bed of Bugnot
pansy. N. L. Chrestensen, a good bed of
Pansy Meteor, a very distinct sort.
Platz & Son show an extensive exhibit of
tree currants and fuchsias. Chr. Lorenz
an elegant group of cacti, also carpet bed
of same. F. A. Haaee a fine bed of ten
week stocks. Benary a good bed of
petunias. Haage & Schmidtshowpansies
and a large collection of herbaceous
plants.

There is a new yellow variety of stocks
called Princess May claimed to be the
earliest. .•Mso Aurora, a new creamy yel-
low pink tinted. Both should be good
Borts (or the American trade. C. C.

Please mention the American Florist
e»M-v rime vou write to an advertiser.

SITUATIONS, WANTS. FOR SALE.

fAflTertlKcnjenu under this head will bo Inserted at
the rate rtf lu cents a line fseven wordsi each Inser
lion. Cash must aocr>mpanj order. Plant advs. not
adinltt4Kl under this head.

SITIATIO.V WA.VIKI) llrrounKninnofJU:;) years'
experience In r<*se uronlnu

.1 .1 K. Boj:»;S. Mndlson. N..I.

S'H I ATKp.N WANIKIi IU Bflrirlsl: •, yiiirs inle-
ts n«'ncir. I'MvBti- '>r cornniiTf-lnl: iiui* Jl. Hest n-ft-r-
i*ri<n*s- Kmii. ^MliM Ti.'t.lnikwiti M . I^iulnvllli-. Ky.

SITI ATlo.S WA.VIKI) H» a miin thiil can speiik
(•erninn and Knultsh. ns ll'irlnt or uiuii-nt! uVfi'u-
lioDsfiUiari rnri tflTf llrnt^Ha^w nrfiTi-iiccs A<ltln*iin
.M .V. i-nrt! AniiTlran Morlnl. Chlt-nuD

SITI ATION WANIKIi As fi.n-nmn In cniniiTc-lal
pls«^': slnKlf B«<».0: Ihnrouuh iimctlrnl uroMer or
HMws. I sninll'iriN sn'l llic tfrowlriu of nil kinds of flo-
rist st<.-k Addri'>s M.XK inn- Am I- lorlst.

CITI ATKl.V WASTKIl tl» round nian. h yuars'
t~ t- II- rl.'fM fin wholi-siiiiv ri'tftll nndt'iiinlOKHf tmdi>.
lifWi^ M,is<r nnd a ihonjiiuli worki'r. Itest

of ri ■ ^le waifes. Addrt-ss

I. ' •'■ N ■•. ^UtTiT liriind llaiilds. Mich.

SJIII Allii.v WAN'IKIi Ht » llnili'v InK'ioirdmiKr
■~ !■. Mr .1 II IvrklMs. I'li'Vi'lniMl iihw. In oix'o for
('OKsircnirnt sa tfanlener. I,lf<r ciiHjrli.'di.-e, Hlrkni-ss
of employer reawin of chsriKc Mf-st of refttn-nficB,
HU1« salary. Address W IIaii.kv.

llo> P.. Wi-st I'lvTi'land, (>

SITI'aTI'iN WA.VT'KIi As ns>l«lnnl on pr1ral«
plBr«T. single. Sill' T. . 12 yi-nrs CiiMTli-nce In nil
hranf-lM's of irsrd«iilritf llavo w.irkfd sfveral yoara
on oni- of the leadlnu pr1vnl'< pis'-cs In the country.
lies! ri-frreiicej Addri-ss .1 K V.

care II. Ksiian A Hon. Isllp. .N. V.

yflUGHflN^S BULBS 1N SEflSON^^

READY

now:

Roman Hyacinths,
Lilium Harrisii,
Freesias, test in the u. s.

New Seed Primula, Pansy, etc.

• ■ • ■ •

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

Mention American Florist.

SITUATION WANTBI>— A flretclass rose and cut
_ flowLT grower would like to corresi»ond with some
firm net'dlDg the services of a flrst-cluss man. Fully
able to take chartje ot the largest place, t^ret-class
references. Address Florist,

lOoU Adams St., Grand Haplds. Mich.

SITUATION WANTEI>— As foreman, by a specialist
O In forcing roses, carnations and general stuck;
also experlein-ed In grnwlng vegetables. First-class
references. First-lass commercial place wanted, or
private place. State wages and other facts Address
H P, care American Florist. Chicago.

<JITUAT10N WANTED— As mannger or foreman by
k? a practical grower nf roses, carnations, violets,
chrysanthemums, decorative plarits. etc., tiie forcing
of bulbs, making up and decoration a life cvpetlence.
Good references. Stale wages, eti-.

D N, 128 La Salle St , Room S, Chicago,

OR SALE— At ';i cost, a Rider hnl-alr pumping
engine In good order. William U, Bahnks,
Box 845, Independence, Kan.

F

y^

ANTED— Uot water boiler, second-hand. Hitch-
Ings preferred. Address

S. Wnon. 2-1 Woodslde Ave.. Chicago.

L"'(iK HKNT CHEAP— Greenhouses, stocked for cut
r Mower Kriiwlng ,1. H. Ai.lkn. S\immerdalo. Ill-

F

OK SAl.K CllKAI'—LnrKC second-hand tlorlsfp Ico
Bo.x, value about J75. VAliillA.v's SKKliSTOliK,
S8 State Street. ChlcHKO.

F

F

on SALE OR KKNT-Greciihuuse. 21HN) si|Uiire ft,
glass. Fur particulars Inquire uf

'l'ni:"> .NoKiii.i:. (ireen Hoy. Wis.

?(m SALE V.m feet llnch plpo-llltchlngs. PrU-e
' on application. I' K. yriNLAN A Co..

'AW W. (ienesee St., Syracuse. N. V.

OK SALE 2 large Hay Trees, round heads. 7 feet
brirnd. Vi U> 11 feet high. Shown at World's Fair.
V.\rniiAN"s SKKI) S'E'^iHK. Chicago.

L''<»lt SALK lUW f«'et of l-lnch cast Iron plr»e and

V ttltlngH. as goo<I as new.

Mits. GKK. WALiniArKK, Saglnaw Mich.

I/(>i( sALK <'i gD'cnliMuses Iti goixl condition and In
goo<l loriilltv. (;<mmI I.icilI trade. Addn-sH
M us 1* S( rii\HM:K, tii Marlon Place. Chicago.

L'^OK SALF CIIKAI' Large, new hard woo<l and

V glJiMM tlorlsla Refrigerator. I wed at W<trlds Fair.

COBtFJiil. VAldllAN S SKKIt SloKK.

m; \ 1 IH West Washington St.. Chicago.

1/OK SALK Several good nceond-hanil IxtUers. Just
^ the thing fr>r grettri houses, for either steam or hot
water healing. In ftmt-claHH condition, and %%I1I \w> iiotd

cheap- CI.K\ KLAMI STKAM MiMT.KIl WoUKH.

Cli'vclaiid. Ohio.

L^oU RE.N'i' A rirnt class cnnnnerclal pla<-c in suliuih
F of <'hlcjigo. c;'inlHltdng l.'i.lJllll si|uiire fei'l ot glass,
well fttoirked with host varieties \i\ forcing roNcH. Ail-
t\rw% IlKNTKM.

care Olsen .V Hughes. O'l Wnbush AV4>,. Chicago.

JI^OH HAl K. uR K.XCHANGK lor lown or Missouri
' land. greunliiiUHe In good norihweHtern town
g(H>f1 H-nsini houiMV goml harn; have an excellent
trnrte Kvervthlng In tirst class orrlcr nnil new. cen-
trally liMTntoo and on best niri'ct In town. Addrrss
W, \V. H . .-iir.' Aiiicrt.ari I- lorM

I /OK HALK Oni'or the tlnest grccniMiiiHi'N Iti West-
ern New York; hoUMi nearly new: nil rnoilrrn
InipniveineniM: lii>at4Ml h) hot wal4tr; wul) slockcil.aiul
iHiytrig hnnrliHiinely. Hefil of reasonsglven forselllng.
lleHtdenctt In coiini'dlon If durlr<>d For further pnr-
thMilnrn call on or nddrenii l>.^^Polr^ll Huoh .

T'.i \ Hi Agencr Hulldlng. lltilTnlo. N. V.

NHW CROP SI'j:i) tif Irst stiniii of AmtHJop
■Is Vcitcliil Aflflrrnti JOBBER,

care Aiucrlcau I'luriflt. ChlCQKO,

Grow Swainsona.

The best and most profitable pure white flower
^own. Takes the place of Roman hyacinths or
lily of the valley, producing spikes of flowers from
4 to ti inches long, in the greatest abundance the
entire year— never out of bloom— lasting well
when cut. 100 Swainsona will pay you three
times as much as sarae space in best carnations.
No florist should be without this most useful flower.
After a trial it will be considered indispensable.

EASY TO GROW.

An exceptionally good and paying cut flower.

Strong young plants, $1.00 per doz.;

$6.00 per 100.

Larger ones, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100.

FAUST & BR0.3

MERION STATION, P. R. R.. PA.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

ONLY A FEW THOUSAND LEFT.

I'or too

1000 PERUES $i 50

3000 W. LA FRANCE 200

1000 BRIDES 2.50

500 MERMETS 2.S0

200 BEAUTIES 5 00

300 LA FRANCE 3.00

I'lic :il«>\i- liiiTiK fine, clean. 2'^-iiich stock,
specially grown for benching. Also have

1200 CLIMBING PERLE, out of 4-inch
pots $1.00 per too

J. B. HBI^SS,

116 S. Main St., DAYTON, O.

FOR SALE.

Six (f)) Kreenliouses, two liot water boilers,
about 2000 lect 2-incli wn)u.i;lit iron pipe,
valves, etc , lot of hotbed sash, frames,
benclies and about J5,ooo tlower pots. The
entire plant will be sold at a very low cash
price, :is the whole must be removed i>lT the
premises belnre Sept. isl. For particulars
address l. R. MUNN. Station C, Brooklyn, N. Y.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS.

I lipii. ".. h \«,\«. ... . A'l.OOpcrlOO

STI{ON<i SMII.AX. Iri.ni '.'Vlni'li iiiim. »■.' (Xl per
IIV: rH-.HIpcr 1(1111]. H/\M()l-:l. .1. Ill NTIN(i,

Klniwiioil Avi>. .^ .'Hill Kt.. I'IMI.,\.. I'A,

LlLlUM HARRISII.

Orlulnnl iiiiil liirucNl Kfowcni ol IIiIn liiipiirliiiil biilU.
'I'riH' «l'"k l.r.wrBl I'rlcr'K. Hi'Kt l.llllillty.

F. R. PIERSON CO..

TAKItVT«)\V.N-(».N-lltU.»*ON, .VKW YOKK.

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The American Florist.

1219

our double Von Sion Narcissus to be the TRUE golden
yellow variety. We also guarantee all our Bulbs to
be true to name and color. References as to the qual-
ity of our bulbs we can give you to nearly all the lead-
ing Bulb Importers of the United States.

OUR PRICES ARE EXCEEDINGLY LOW.
ASK FOR OUR 1894 CATALOGUE .^

Send your orders AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, as we
commence despatching Bulbs soon.

SEGERS BROTHERS,

WHOLESALE BULB GROWERS,

r-,rISSE>, near Haarlem, HOrvrviVIVI>.

rUlV C^nLC). *or delivery.

BERMUDA SPICE LILY l 7 to9in.bulbs,r20 per
Imp. Amaryllis Johnsonii, i 100; $170 per lOOO.
FREESIA REFR. ALBA. 5-16 in. in diara., 82.50 per
1000 in lots of 5000.
" " •• Seed. $2.00 per 1000.

GLADIOLUS SHAKESPERE, V,i to 3 inches in diam.

$6.00 per 100; $-50.0C per lOOO.
ZEPHYRANTHES ROS<=A. I large bulbs, $2 per

FLORIBUNDA I 100;$l5perl000.
ATAMASCO. $1 per 100; 88 per 1000
NERINE SARNIENSIS I large flowering bulbs. $8
Guernsey Lily. i per 100.

CALLA BULBS. 4 to 6 inches at crown. 87 per 100.
Best var. FRENCH CANNAS. 86 per 100; 840 per 1000
Above prices are for delivery In New York, thence
by E.xpresa or otherwise at purchaaer's cost. CO. L).
from unknown parties.

Columbia Farm. ST. GEORGES. BERMUDA.

HERMANN'S SEED STORE,

4/3 BAST 34-TH Street,

Near Long Island Ft rrj-, NEW YORK.
JUST IN, NEW CROP OF

Primula ciiin., Cineraria hybr.

We are uow ready to book orders for

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM,

ROMAN HYACINTHS. LILIUM HARRIS!!,

LILY OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

Write for prices, it will save you tnouey.

August Roll(er & Sons,

136&138W. 24lhSL, I|qi|| Ynrl/
P.O. Station E. Waft lUIIV,

Supply the Trade with

Bulbs. Seeds and Requisites.

You will benefit the American Flo-
rist by mentioning it every time you
write an advertiser in thasa columns

ONION vv
SEED. "^^

CROP 1894.

Prices for New Crop
-made on Application.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 41.T & 415 Sansome .Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

5.000.000

FREESIAS

Diiu CIDQT UAUn We will deliver Freesla BulbB.
DUy rinOI nMHUt an charges for transportiiilon

palil. as follows :

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000. $4.00

1-4 to 5-8 inch per 1000. $3.00

Liberal discount on larger lota. J^ond for our price list.
Order NOW your Japan Bulbs, LonKltlonim. Aura-
turns, Kubrums, Albums, we are iJeadquartera.
We are the ONLY FIKM In the U. S. who tri»rau-
teeyou SOl'ND IJULBS delirered.
Address all communlCHtlons to

H. H. BERGER & CO..

(Established 1878.) SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

h PLANTS! .BULBS!

Evcrythliik' appcrtninlnf to the Farm
anil (iardon of the best and cboicesC
quaUty. Fit ICES RIGHT.

Catalogue on application,

WEEBER & DON.

114 Chambers St.. New York Crrv.

HulseDoscti BroiHers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs ^ Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

ninstrated Wholesale Catalofiues on application.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

ENGLEWOOD, N. J.

riTGHER & mm,

HOME G/?OWW

Lilium Candidum Bulbs

Mc perdo/.cn ; Ki.OO per ll«): f:;.'..l«J per 1000.
SHORT HILLS. NEW J£RSEY.

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs M Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
For Cataloifuo. n«I,lr,--,H

C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTER.

.! Coentles Slip, NKW YOKK.

JOHN BARTH BOS,

BULB GROWER.
OVERVEEN. HAARLEM. HOLLAND.

AK«'nts for I', s. iiiul C'aiia<l]i:

C. B. RICHARD & CO..

61 BKOAOWAr, NEW YORK.

Trade CatalOKue un appllcatlun

1220

The American Florist

July ig^

riacoid rioCeid,

Siocx City, Iowa. — Mr. Walter Renni-
son is away on an eastern trip.

Toronto, O.nt— Grant & Robertson
have started in business at 192 Rowland
avenue.

Canton, O.— J. B. Whitacre lost about
$200 worth ol glass from hail during the
June storm.

Worcester, M.\ss. — H. F. A. Lange is
planning to build a house 150x27 feet for
summer roses.

Charleston, W. Va. — Mr. Leroy T.
Bonsall. formerly of J. E. Bonsall & Son,
Salem, 0., will establish a retail business
here.

Saginaw, Mich — Grohraann Bros, are
erecting three houses, each 2O.xl0O, on
their grounds at 3368 S. Washington
avenue.

Dallas. Texas. — Spring plant trade
was about 25% less than last year.
Average retail price of 4 inch geraniums
was $1 a dozen. Collections good.

Saginaw, Mich — Wm. Roethke is re-
building three houses 21x100. Fredericl<
.\hrens is building one house 20x100. Mr.
Abrens is a new florist on Emma street,
west side.

Brooklyn. N. Y. — Mr. J. Austin Shaw
has secured the American agency for the
house of Louis Van Houte, Pere. This
will not interfere with Mr. Shaw's florist
business, which goes on as before.

Springfield, O.— David Wirth is build-
ing ore rose house 20x100, one plant
house 10x100 and one 20x50. Miss Bell
Miller is building one house for carna-
tions IHxSO. Brown & Canfield added
early in the spring a plant house 10x166.

Tkrrk Hai'TE, Ind. — Cowan Bros, is
the style ot a new firm that has purchased
John G. Heinl's newer place, containing
12.000 to 15,000 feet of glass. The firm
is composed of Mrs. Jane Cowan, James,
Edward and Robert Cowan. Theaddress
is 2020 Spruce street.

Pittsiieli), Mass.— Mr. Geo. W. Bur-
bank is starting into the business here.
He has two houses, each 17x70, already
built and will add another this fall. He
intends to build two more houses, each
IKxlOO, next spring, for roses. Mr. J. II.
Brumby is his superintendent.

Sisr, Sing, N. Y.— Spring plant trade
waaabout thesamcaslastyear. Average
retail price for -J- inch geraniums was
$1.00 a dozen. There was a large in-
creace in the call for pnnsics and gerani-
um* and much less call for fuchsias. Col-
lections arc decidedly more difficult than
last year.

WoRCBSTiiR, Mass.— Spring plant trade
was about 0% Irss than last yr:ir.
Avrrage price of 'J-inch geraniums was
$1.50 a dfizen. Increased call forpansies
and driiililc rrd grrnniums. Collections
more ditficult. Taking everything into
consideration, spring plant trade was
not quite as satisfactory as last year.

ToPKKA, Kan.— Spring plant trade was
about the same as last year. 4-inch gera-
niums will not sell here: customers do
not want to pay more than $1.00 a
dozen for them, so we krrp th«in in 2' a
inch pots and sell tbcmat $1.00, Taking

everything into consideration, spring
plant trade was about as satisfactory as
last year.

Saginaw, Mich.— Spring plant trade
was about 10% larger than last year.
Average retail price of 4-inch geraniums
was $1.00 a dozen and very good at
that. We have found it no more difficult
to collect accounts this year than last.
Taking everything into consideration,
spring trade was as satisfactory as that
of last year.

Houston, Tex.— Spring plant trade
was about 50Vp larger than last year.
Geraniums are sold here in 3-inch pots,
and the average retail price was $1 a
dozen. The demand was very heavy for
roses, geraniums and pansies. Taking
everything into consideration the spring
trade was much more satisfactory than
last year. All the florists here are doing
very well.

St. Pacl, Minn. — Spring plant trade
was about the same as last year in dol-
lars. Average retail price of 4inch gera-
niums was $1.25 to $1 50 a dozen.
There was an increased call for geraniums
and less call for coleus, alternantheras,
etc. Collections have been easier as a
rule. Taking everything into considera-
tion spring trade was quite as satisfac-
tory as last year.

Savannah, G A. — Spring plant trade was
about the same as last year. Average
retail price of 4 inch geraniums was $1.50
to $2.00 a dozen. The yearly exhibition
of chrysanthemums considerably in-
creased the call lor plants and we sold a
large quantity at good figures this j'ear.
Taking everything into consideration
there was hardly any difference in the
trade Irom that of last year.

Hamilton, Ont. — Spring plant trade
was about the same as last year. Aver- I
age price of 4-inch geraniums at retail
was 60 cents to $1 a dozen. We noted
an increased call for the dwarf cannas.
Collections have been very much more
difficult. Of course in view of the above
the spring trade was not as satisfactory
as last year. There was a lot of plants
left unsold, especially in the market trade.

Lowell, Mass. — Spring plant trade
was about 40% less than last year.
Average retail price of 4-inch geraniums
was $1 a dozen, and leading vprieties at
that. There seemed to be less call for
carpet bedding plants, and hardly any
demand at all for alternantheras. Col-
lections have been much more difficult.
There was a good deal of price cutting,
and taking everything into consideration
the spring plant trade was not as satis-
factory as that of last year.

Chatham, N. Y — The house mentioned
in a prcvions issue nsbcingbuilt by Mr. W.
Iv. Shuphcit is on the short-spnn-to-thc-
south plan, and is for carnations. The
house will l>c glazid with l<i>i24 glass.
Mr. Shuphcit is also erecting another
violet house in connection with the house
previously mentioned, l(ix.'J5. These arc
not connected with his old houses, but
arc the commcncemint of a new set.
When tlii-se are completed he will have a
tf.tdl of about 0,000 feet of glass.

London, (Jnt. — Spring plant trade was
about same as last year. Average retail
piiccof 4.inch geraniums was 75 cents to
$1 a dozen. Increase incnil forcoleusand
geraniums, decrease fjr altcrnantherns,
cannas and annuals. Collections satis-
fnctoty. Trade not entirely satisfactorv
as we were prepared for an increase. Iv.
Meredith Is adding one bouse 20x100 for

roses and one 10x100 for general stock.
W. S. Greenway is building two houses
20xS0 for chrysanthemums. John Kelly
is a new florist who started in last fall
with two houses 20x120 and one 14x50.

Water Plants.

Eichhornia Azurea (New Blue Water Hyacinth),

each 20c; dozen SI. "-5.
Eichhornia (Pontederia) Crassipes Major (Water
Hyacinth), 82.00 per 100, prepaid, or JS.OO per
lOOO, not prepaid.

Each r>oz. Per 100

Nelumbium Speciosum $ .40 85.00 S25.00

Nymphaea Devoniensis 50 .5.00

Flava 20 2.00 8.00

Odorata 10 1.00 6.00

•• Gigantea 20 2.00 12.00

Zanzibarensis Azurea, in

bloom 40 3.50 25 00

Rosea, in bloom 40 3.50 25.00

Dentata. . . . . .50 4.00 30.00

Pistia Stratiotes or Water Lettuce .15 1.00

IVIyriophyllum Proserpinacoides or

Parrots Feather .15 1.00

Sarracenia Variolaris. .10 .50 3.00

Limnocharis Humboldtii (Water

Poppyl . . .10 .60 4.00

Small plants of N. Zanzibarensis and N. Dentata,
10c each, or seeds 10c per large packet, or $2 00 per
ounce, not prepaid.

Nephrolepis Exaltata (Sword Fern), selected plants
from open ground, S12.00 per 1000, or *2.00 per 100,
delivered.

BRAND & WI6HERS,

SAN ANTONIO, FLORIDA.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

" 12 kinds by express.. $4 .00 perlOOO
ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by
mail 50c per 100

CASH 1VITH ORDEK.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Box 77*
UPPER SANDUSKY, OHIO.

WHITE DOVES

FOH FLORISTS.

Largest nnd tinest stock In the United
States. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J.

Tuberous Begonias.

Oltll'FI.N'S STUAIN.

Medal awarded World's Fair.

Wo lire hoiulijuiirtcru for the

' iitMtvo, lliu ttnohl (ttrttlti In thu

"-»- world. HtMKl l(ir ilUifltratad

dosertptlvc <'jitfilu«iio with copyrlKlit eiiKriivlnKH. It

t«IIay<Mllillul'niit thl'lll

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. Gri«ln. Mgr. Weslbury Station. L. I.. N. Y.

rlanls from last full; these have n rouiidation and
will bcKin to run stroiiRnt once. 82.50perl00;
820,00 per 11100.

CLEMATIS for Fall D«liv«ry.

Sprcial prices nt wlit'lesale. on application.
Splciidifl slock ami iisstiitnuMit.

F. A. BAIiLER, Bloomin^on, lU.

TO

B^QQQ I'd lOll.sfiOc; i5 lbs $1.00;
,|^ jj.Mrfl 5<l lbs SI 50; 100 11)882.50.

UUOA. «rt-saniple I'ui'.K.

Vaugtian's Seed Store, "ss Chicago.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1221

FORCING ROSES.

The nice, clean stock of forcing roses in
following numbers and varieties, true to
labdl. Must be sold to make room.

300 Brides, 4-inch; 600 3-inch.

1300 Mermets, 4-inch; 340 3-inch.
640 Perles, 4-inch; 525 3 inch.
SO Mme. Testout, 4-inch.
250 La France, 4-inch.

4-inch $10.00 per 100; 3-inch $6.00 per 100.

580 Bridesmaids, 3-inch $7.00 per 100

100 Kaiserin Augusta, 3-inch. ..10.00 per 100

SO Mme. Testout. 4-inch for |12.00

50 American Belle, 4-inch for 10.00

100 American Beauty, 3-inch for lO.CO

160 " " 4-inch iSc. each

175 " " 5-inch 25c. each

Cash must accompany order.

FRED. BURKI, wholesale Florist.

BELLEVUE, Allegheny Co., PA.

Rose Plants.

BRIDES 2}i-

MME. HOSTE....
K. A. VICTORIA 21/2-

NIPHETOS

LA FRANCE 2>^-

Fine, thrifty
BROWN

Per luu
in. |4.00

in. 5.00

in. 4 00

Per 100
3-inch |6.00
3-inch
3-inch
3-inch
Zyi-'m

6.00
8.00
6 00
9.00

healthy stock.
& CANFIELD,

SPBINGFIKLD, IL,L,.

IN ENDLESS VARIETIES.

2'2, iyi and 4>^-inch pots.
CUT SMILAX always on hand.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., Dayton, 0.

American Beauty.

Three thousand, in 3Vo-inch pots;
extra fine stock, at |10.00 per 100.

P. R. QUINLAN & CO..

904 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, N. Y.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

AND iMEjieiviEj'rs.

strong, healthy plants, ready for setting, 83.00
per hundred, in 25^-inch pots.

HIRAM E. WILSON.
88 E. Main Street, ROCUKSTEK, N. V.

PLANTS, $1.00 per 1000.

str<»n(j, well rooted and
wtocky.

Address CELERY PLANT CO., Kalamazoo. Mich.

CELERY

THE DIRECTORY

For 18©-*

IS NOW RtflDY.

PRICE $2.00.

American Florist Co.,

DRAWER 164. CHICAGO.

AMERICAN BEAUTY

BRIDESMAID

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA.

MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT

LA FRANCE

DUCHESS OF ALBANY

MERMETS

BRIDES

PERLES

CLIMBING PERLE

SENATOR McNAUGHTON

WICHURAIANA

GREENHOUSES:
Western Springs, II

. FINE. THRIFTY STOCK.

.2)4-\nch 5 7 00 3;^-inch $'3 00

6.00
6.00
6 00
4.00
4 00
4.00
4 00
4 50
5.00
1000
4.00

12 00

1200

1200

9.00

9.00

9 00

9.00

10.00

11.00

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,

CHICAGO:

146-148 W.Washington St.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perle, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany, Gontier,

White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch pots,

^5.00; 3-inch pots, $6.00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, $6.00; 3-inch, $8.00 per hundred.

THIS STOCK IS WELL GROWN AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

READY FOR

IMMEDIATE

PLANTING.

40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES.

I)"ully equal to those sent out the last two years, and perfectly healthy In every respect. Only selected
growth from flowering shoots used In propagating.
GKN. JACQUEMINOT, KAISEKIN A. V. SOUV. DE WOOTTON,

METEOK, ULRICH BRUNNER, BRIDESMAID,

3-lnch pots, $9.00 per 100. 4-lnch pots, »12.00 per 100.
PERLES, SUNSETS, BON SILENE, MERMETS, BRIDES,

SAFRANO, MME. HOSTE, 3-lnch pots, m OO per 100. 4 Inch pots, JIO.OO per lOO.

100,000

Roses, H. P. Roses, Rhododendrons, Azalea mollis, Clematis, Hy-
drangeas (bushy and tree form), Aucuba, Buxus, Acer in sorts.
Viburnum plicatum, Dutchman's Pipe, Magnolias, etc.

NOW READY TO GIVE THE LOWEST OUOT.VTIONS.

-THE HORTICULTURAL CONPANY, BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

Cnsins, ....
Klphetos, TestontB,
Iia France, Mermets,

Brides, Bridesmaids,
Ferles, Met^iors, Hostes,
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots.

Addre^ssf<.quotations^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for Chas. Macintosh & Co., England, Inventore of Vulcanized India Rubber.
Extra atroHK preenhouse hose to withstand U\r\\ preseure. H-\d.. ;i-ply. 15c. per foot In tXl feet lentrtha.

A lUrT<19 Tr* A m* "O'PATT'P^r testout, k. a. victoria, brides-

JLJXLXlXvXV/XXXH ^Xf^LUXX, MAID, BRIDE, MERMET, METEOR,
PERLE. SUNSET, CUSIN, LA FRANCE. 3 and 4-inch pots, prime stock, shipped at special flo-
rists' rates. Packing light,

^V^ite for prices, including delivery to your Express office.

A. S. MacBEAN, Lakewood, N.J.

Mermets, Cusiu.s Wattevilles, Hoste, Meteor and

La France, l.'i.OO per 100.
Strong American Beauties, $5.00 per 100; 840.00 pe

1000. 500 at 1000 rates.

^^"Special prices ou Quantity,
lists. Cash with order.

Let me price your

Weat Forest Park, St. Louis, AIo.

Strong, clean, vigorous stock of

CUSINS, BRIDES, MERMETS.
METEOR, BRIDESMAID, PERLES,

in 2^, 1 and 4-inch pots; clieap for cash.

GEO. E. FANCOURT.
Wilkes-Barre, Pa.

FORCING ROSES.

STANDARD AND NEW KINDS.

I'KICKS KIGHT.
McCREA <t COLE, Battle Creek, Mich.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manettl Stock, offer the beat r&-
»ult8 to the florist, blooming freely and Riving plenty of
cuttings for propagating quickly. Fine planta for sale
by the lOU or lOOO, at low ratea.
Price Lists to applicants. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER.

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston), MASS.

clean. licaUhy sim-k
MERMETS. BRIDES, SUNSETS.

NIPHETOS, LA FRANCE, PERLES.

MME. WATTEVILLE. BON SILENE. METEOR,

PAPA GONTIER.
Strong plants, from li-lnt-h pots. $s per ItO: $T.'. per lUUO.

WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y.

strong, healthy plantH. from 2. "J^, and .Unch pota.

price. r< UU. |.t.OUand!>;.UuperlOU.

PERLE, SINSKT. NIl'HETOS. MEKMET. BUIUK

METEOU. WOOTTO.N. it. NIEL. LA

FRANCE. AND ALBANY.

Strong AM. BEAITV. from 'Mnch pol». (I.OOperlOO.

JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, III.

I'l'l'I

The American Florist.

July 79,

Cincinnati.

Trade during the week has been verj-
spasmodic, tuneral work principally, with
very few flowers to do same with. White
sweet peas, asters, verbenas, candytuft
and a few Perle and Mermet roses and
balsams seem to be all that is available
in this market.

\Vm. Gray, manager for J. A. Peterson,
showed us' a handsome piece of work
composed of palm leaves, adiantums and
Mermet roses, all tied with a handsome
bow of ribbon. Julius Baer has also had
quite a lot of funeral work.

The following retail and wholesale
florists will close their respective places
of business on July 26th to attend the
1st annual outing of the Cincmnati
florists: A. Sunderbuch's Sons, Wm. E.
Brown, assignee of B. P. Critchell, T. W
Hardesty, Julius Batr, Cmcmnati Floral
Co., Lew H. Kyrk & Co., Mrs. H. A.
Kresken, Robt. A. Betts, Max. Rudolph,
The Hoflmcister Floral Co., Geo. Meek,
H. Edwards, Fred. Gear, H. L. Sunder-
bruch and J. M. McCulloughs' Sons' cut
flower department. Only three florists
refused to sign the closing paper.

Frank Ball has charge of the base ball
team for the city and R. Witterstaetter
for the growers. Otto Walke will cap-
tain the foot ball team, Julius Peterson
the bowlingcontest, Thomas Jackson the
quoit pitchers and Ben George the row-
ing contest. H. L. Sunderbruch will um-
pire the ball game. "We are going to
have a good time."
W'hilem London Mr. Albert MeCuUough

had the pleasure of attending the 55ch
anniversary festival of the Gardeners'
Roval Benevolent Institution established
in 'is38. About 150 people were seated
at this banquet, said banquet being held
at Whitehall rooms. Hotel Metropole.
This is one of the finest banquet halls in
London and was beautifully decorated
for the occasion with orchids, authur-
iums, etc. The decorating were donated
by the gardeners. This Gardeners' In-
stitution is as I understand, for the re-
lief of indigent gardeners and their
families who have aged in the grand work
of gardening. In order to become benefi-
ciarv of said institution, one must be
well' recommended and be ballotted onto
be admitted. Every year at this anni-
versary festival a subscription is taken
up for'thc support of the institution and
upon this occasion the subscription
amounted to 1,250 guineas or about
$6 5G2, which shows the charitable dis-
position of the London gardeners and
their friends. The banquet occurred on
the evening of Thursday, June 21st.

The menu contained all that the inner
man could ask for, and as five hours was
consumed ineating,drinkinKand talking,
wc imagine that all enjoyed themselves.
Mr. McCuUough cannot speak too highly
of his entertainment on this occasion.
ni» general trip abroad was a pleasant
one and his health much Ixncfitcd. He
reports the bulb outlook good.

John Loddcr and daughter, of Hamil-
ton O., left Monday for a six weeks' trip
including Cleveland, Bufralo and Auburn,

N Y

' Herman Schlachtcr, of Winton Place,
rciKjrH »»cing roblicd of $20 in cash and
a check for $60. No clue to the thief.

J A. Peterson is on the sick list this
week, but we trust it will l>c nothing

J B. Hei»i, of Dayton, O., and \\ . h.
Bell, of UxingtoD, Ky., called recently.

'HELEN KELLER"

The uew Carnation; pure white, deli-
cately marked with red.

Price for well Rooted Cuttings: ,

Ki UO per dozen; H2, 1)0 per 100; K5 00 per 2o0;
Sm.UO per 1000. 500 at lUOO rate. Orders may
be sent either to

EDWIN LONSDftLE,
Chestnut IIIU, Fhlla,

JOHN N. MAY,
Suiiiliiit, N.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

(Jueeiis, long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.
FRED. DORNER & SON,

Carnation
Growers,

^-».LA FAYETTE, IND.

Mention American Florist.

■^™ JACQUEMINOT

. . CA-ieiVATIOIV

18 endorsed as a shipper and keeper; sells at sl^t,
and Is at present a mass of bvids and blooms. KiO
M «» K F s V.1I PL E.S— we cannot spare the time. Sena
for circular I'eFdolen. J2.00: per 100, $10.00; per 1000.
tSO.OO. 260 at lllOO rate.

PETER FISHER & CO..

ELtlS, Norfolk Co.. MASS.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the
fall m

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co.. PA.

ghrysIthImiIs.

From 2^-ln. pots,(" $3 per 100.

STKONG SMIL.'VX, from 2ii-lnch pots, Si. 00 per

100; f2j.U0 per 1000.
PANSIKS, from cold frame, 115.00 per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, FIshkill, N. Y.

GflTflUOGUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to
J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . IIARKISIUIIKl, VA

CELERY PLANTS

WHITE PLUME. GIANT PASCAL. GIANT GOLDEN
HEART and GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING.

).i,M Kiown phi n Is, 81. 'i'' per 1000.
The New PINK PLUME, transplanted plants. Jil-.W
per KKX). C.-isll Willi order.
Sniilpl'- iniul'-il free.

C. M. GROSSMAN, Wolcottvilli'. Ind.

THE AMERICAN FLORIST GO.'S

DIRECTORY
REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING :

1 The names and addresses of the Florists, Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch ot the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2 A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch of the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given.
A list of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Canada. .
A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.
A complete, alphabetically arranged list ot
Roses in commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of introducer, and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given. . ,. ^ .
A complete, alphabetically arranged list ot
Chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate description ot
each. Synonyms are noted and varieties that
are very popular with American gtrowers are
designated by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

A complete, alphabetically arranged list ol
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introduction and
brief, accurate description of each.
Seasonable Hints for the year, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
published. It Is written in a plain, practical
way. by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of essays
read at each meeting, with other information
ol interest.

A similar historical sketch of the American
Association of Nurserymen.
A similar historical sketch of the Araencan
Carnation Society.

A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

Similar historical sketches of the Florists
Hail Associatior^ of America; of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delivery Association.
A complete list of all National and Local

The Water (warden.

SiM-rliil nriil llunly WriKT l.llles of nil coliim

VICTORIA RECIA AND V. RANOI, EURYALE FEROX.

N«liiiiililiiriii.ln vnrlel)-, Manly llrnnnic.nlril pliinti..

milMuiiintle |.liiMt». ft... I'le. Nymphini UiyiCkiirl

nir,. .iiw..r.l,..l a Me.liil at WnrUV. Kiiln; Mi.a.t chnriii-

Plea»e mention the Amebican Flobut
c»ery time you wriu to an advertiser.

Inilur iill tin- M.Mil.v I.lllri': T.' MU'iKJi

fnlior (

l.liin N.iVi.lllr

'fitllloullO.

WM. THICKER &. CO., Clifton, N. J.

Carnations a Specialty

IliKiU'il CutllliUii anil Vounu IMniiU i."l;l ""l
Nice Hulil-tin.wn I'lanU In Hi'pl »!•■"' <•>' prlcei.
CEO, HANCOCK & SON. Grnnd Haven. Mich.

Trade Organiziitions, with names and ad-
dresses of principal officers, time and place
of meetings, etc. . .

Statistics of Coinmercial Floriculture in the
U. S. from the last census. , , „ „

Statistics of the Nursery Industry in the U. b.
from the last census. _

Statistics of Seed Growing in the U. b. trom
the last census. . . .

A list of Leading Horticultural Societies, with
name and address of the Secretary of each.
Full information about Kxpress and I'ostagc
rates on plants, shrubs, trees, seeds and bulbs

No less than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

p. O. Drawer 164.

CHICAGO.

TBv DREER'S

GftRDEN SEtDS,

Planti, Bulbt & Requisite!.

'lluy are the belt nt the
lownst pricei. Trade Li»l ia-
hiied c|iiaiterly, mailed free
to the Irnileonly.

lIKNItV A. UKKKn,
riillHdelphlH, Fa.

Wiii'.N writing our advcrliscrg please
use one of your printed business letter
heads or enclose your business card.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1223

May and June Propagated.

MRS. ROBT. CRAIG, HARRY BALSLEY, MRS.

J. G. WHILLDIN, EDA PRASS, GLORIO-

SUM, V. H. HALLOCK and IVORY,

8^3.00 per 100.

ERMENILDA. W. R. SMITH, THE QUEEN,

W. G. NEWITT and NIVEUS,

IS5.00 per 100.

Prices of other varieties on application.

Nathan Smith & Son,

167 W. Maumee Street,
.M.^ ADRIAN, MICH.

Mention American Florist.

L. DELJRUYE-CflRDON.

NURSERYMAN,

LEDEBERG, GHENT, BELGIUM,

begs to call special attention of the Ameri-
can nursery trade to his splendid stock of
plants grown for export in the fall, consist-
ing chiefly of

AZALEA INDICA,

PALMS, and

ARAUCARIA.

Price list and full particulars on appli-
cation.

V>/\lNlN/\o» Pot Plants

KOBUSTA, fine tor foliage OG cents

MMB. CROZY @ 9 cents

PAUL MARQUANT @10 cents

ALPHONSE BOUVIER ®15cent8

Horlicultta"lttabl!shmen., SOUTH ORANGE. N. J.

ASPARAGUS

PLUMOSUS
NANUS.-

Extra fine plants from o-inch pots,
moo per 100.

VIOLETS POT GROWN.

We have a fine stock of pot grown plants, (rem
which experience teaches best results for quality
and quantity of flowers can be had :

MARIE LOUISE, SWANLEY WHITE,
CZAR AND SCHOENBRUN,

from 2-inch pots. 84.00 per 100; 830.00 per 1000.

Chrysanthemums. TtlL 1^^^^

stems, in 50 PRIZE WINNING SORTS. 84.00 per 100;

830.00 per 1000.

We still have a few thousand 2 J^ inch plants,
strong, of WHITE LA FRANCE and AMERICAN PER-
FECTION, at 84.00 per 100; 830.00 per 1000.

Above are two ideal Roses, surpassing most
varieties in loveliness of shading, and surpass all
without exception for durability in a cut state.

ROSES in best commercial sorts, 2^-inch strong,
our selection, 820.00 per 1000. An enormous ttock
in other departments.

For catalogue and estimates

Address NANZ & NEUNER,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

To the Trade.

Any person who wishes for advertising
space in the prize list for the coming Chrys-
anthemum Show of the Montreal (Canada)
Gardeners' and Florists' Club, and have not
received a skeleton copy of same, should
lose no time writing the secretary for one.
The list when complete will be circulated
widely amongst the trade throughout the
U. S. and Canada; also locally, and cannot
fail to be a valuable advertising medium.

All communications to be addressed to

FRED. BENNETT, Sec'y,

62 Aylmer Street, MONTREAT., CAIS.

New Catalogue (No. 4)
containing over 1,000 Orna-
mental Cuts for Florist's use,
such as envelopes, letter
heads, bill-heads, cards,
advers., floral designs, etc.,
at from 30c. and upwards.
Price of Catalogue 25 cts.
{deducted from Si order).

A. BLANC,

Engraver for Florists,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

CUII *V from 2v;-inch pots, cut back, $2.00
OnllLHAi per 100; J15.00 per 1000.

TERMS CASH.

THEO. BOCK, Hamilton, O.

is^irvAps: ^ Tobacco Dust.

Transplanted plants, an honest sample
of which will be mailed you for 10 cts.
Price per 100, 75 cts.; $6 00 per lOOO,
cash with the order. First lot are all
sold; ne.xt lot ready July 1st.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

Uerr's Pansles are THE Pansiea. See adv. later on.

THE BATAVIA LABELS

All sizes frotn 3 inches to 4 feet Send for sam-
ples and catalogues.

POT LABELS. l'L.\I-N. E.Xl'llESS l'KEP.\II>. PAINTED.

3-lnch 25c per lUOO 4Uc i 5.)C 3i)C

3)i-ln .SOc ■■ 45clc5c 46c

4-rnch 35c •■ ... 70c I '.lUc 60c

a-lnch 40c ■■ IWcln.OO 50c

CASH WITH ORDEH.

WILLIAMS & SONS CO., liatavia. 111.

Per barrel (about 125 lbs.), J2.50.
Sample free by mail.

HERRMANN'S SEED STORE,

413 East 34th Street,
near Long Island Ferry, NEW YORK.

FEW PTERIS TREMULA

From 2'4'-inch pots, 10 to 12 inches
high, ready to pot into 4s, J3.50 per
100; 130 00 per 1000.

R. WITTEBSTAETTER,

SEDAMSVILLE, OHIO.

Cyclamen Seeds. ^^.\u^ pin^tQ rhpan

KOCH'S SUPERB PRIZE CYCLAMEN. UllHiaA 1 lail LO yjUKyCX^

KOCH'S SUPERB PRIZE CYCLAMEN.

The Finest Strain in the World

Hrlflit dark red ICIW seeds $4.60

Uiisu uf .Murlenthal 1000 seeds 4.50

Wlute with carmine eye lUOU seeds :i.7.i

Muut lilanc, EXTliA lUOO seeds ti.25

Cash with order.

LUDWIG KOCH, Wandsbek, Hamburg, Germany.

THE DIRECTORY

FOR 1894

IS NOW READY.

PRICE S2.00.

Out of 2 and 3-inch pots, also transplanted plants
out of boxes. Never had as fine and large stock
before. Please state number you desire and I will
give you the lowest prices. ' Safe delivery and
best satisfaction guaranteed with every shipment.
Sample order 10 cts. Terms strictly cash.

Address FRED SCHNEIDER. Wholesale Florist.

\Vy*>iiunK *^o., ATIIC.V, X. Y.

PANSY SEED. . . .

For eleven years the Krciwing: of FINK

Pansy Seed has been iiiy >peelalty.

Quality nnd I'rlce to suit tlio times. A>*k fur trade llet.

DAVID B. WOODBURY,

Professional Originator. PARIS. MAINE. U. S. A.

Mention American Flortet.

BEST STRAINS OF

PANSIES

Is what everytK)dy wants and will find in the DIA-
MOND STRAIN. Tliousands of amateurs and
florists whom I annually supply with tills strain say \i
is the ttest. Its large and peffecily formed blooms,
with thick and velvety petal--* of an endless variety of
rich and delicate colors and tints, often in combina-
tions that if not seen would be difficult to l>elleve
ever e.xlsted in a pansy, dlstinjiiilsliesthls strain above
all others. I particularly Invite a trial order from tlo-
rlstB wlio have never dealt with me. feeling confldent
tliat a trial and comparison with other strains will
result In further trade tn our mutual advantage.

S. T. Mayxaud. Professor of Horticulture at the
Mass. Agricultural Col ene and Director of the Horti-
cultural Departments of the Slate and Hutch Experi
nient Stations Amherst. Mass.. writes; "It gives me
pleasure to say that your Pansy Seeds, Diamond
Strain, are tlie finest we have ever grown."

PRICES; All varieties mixed, over 50 dis-
tinct sorts and an endless variety, per Ht oz.
*l O": per '4 o/. Sil.75; per % oz. S3. 50; per
oz. »(>.00. encash with order.

L. W. GOODELU

PANSY PARK.

Hampshire Co., DWIGHT, MASS.

ZIRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been magni-
ficent this season. Never befoie have we ob-
tained such size and colors; and as usual, wher-
ever exhibited, have eclipsed everything else, re-
ceiving also the most flattering testimonials from
the leading florists and seedsmen all over the
country.

New seed ready now of both the Giant Market
and Giant Fancy in trade packets of 2,000 and 500
seeds respectively at one dollar each, with practi-
cal directions for growing pansies. Also plants
for sale later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL,

. . . NEEDHAM, MASS.

Pansy* Seed.

The JKNNINO.s STRAIN of high grade Pansy
Seed. New crop nnw ready. Saved with special care
from only the very finest varieties and (warranted!
flrst-clasB in every respect.

THE JENNINGS XX STRAIN.
The cream of Pansies. Grand colors mixed, pkt.,
iSOUseed.fl.UO: 1 oz. *S.OO.

The Jennings Strain, finest mixed, pkt. JI.IIC atwut
2f>tl(.l seed; 1 oz, Sfi.lK); ;i ozs $15.00. No sKlm milk In tills
strain. (They are just as good as 1 can make "em).
To my i.ild patrons 1 would say they are u big improve-
mentover last season— more variety and finer colors.
Tlie best strain fur florists eltlier for winter bloom or
spring sales; all large flowering.

Black Dr. Kaust. finest. pkt.. 2600 seed, Jl. 00

Finest Velluw, black eve "' "* 1.00

Pure White, toe best " '* l.Oil

Victoria, bright red pkt , 1000 seed. l.OU

All my own growth of LSHf. Half pkts. of any of the
above 50c. Please send money orders or registered
letter. Cash with order. Address

E. B. JENNINGS. Wholesale Pansy Grower.
Lock Box 2.J4. SdrTUPOltT. CONN.

I Roemer's Superb Prize Pansies. j

,, The finest strain of Pansies In the World. I

" Introducer and Grower of all the leading
" Novelties.

Catalogue free on application.
FRED ROEMER, SEED GROWER
oi KDi.iNHi Kt;. ci^;H.M.A^^

!

Pansies Worth Raising.

THE KIND THAT SELL ! !

NEW SEKD, perfectly ripe.

One packagre, 1-8 uf an ounce 811.00

Five par kajures 4.00

Large quantities at special rates. Cash with order.
CKRISTL&N SOLTAU,

mn Grant .Vve., .IKKSKY CITY. N. .T.

EXTRA PANSY SEED.

IVIAMMOTH SUNBEAM STRAIN.

A grand collecllon of ^liint flowering varieties, very
large, of ncrfect form, and choice colors; carefully
selected; belter seed plant* this year tlian ever: re-
ceive very high praise from niy ciiBtomers- no finer
Btrain oflered anywhere: florists should sow of It.

Trade pki.. 500 seeds. JSc: :i pkta. taJc; d pkt#. fl.OO. A
pkt. of the new Monkev Facepansv willi everv $i ordtr.
JOHN F. Rl PP. Shiremanstown, Pa.

1224

The American Florist.

July ig,

Indianapolis.

Spring plant trade showed a decrease
of 25 to 30% from that of last year.
Average retail price ot 4-inch geraniums
was $1.25 a dozen. In view of the
decrease of course trade was not as satis-
factory as last year. Collections are
generally slow.

The July meeting of the Florists' Club
was held lune 27, on account of the
regular day falling on July 4. The Crown
Hill Cemetery discussion took upconsider-
able time; it was finally decided to ap-
point a committee, the same to draft a
memorial to be presented to several
prominent clergymen, requesting them to
take up the matter. The committee was
also instructed to see the cemetery
trustees.

The picnic committee reported satis-
fictory arrangements, but also suggested
that in place of a picnic a regular weekly
bowling club should be arranged for.
This proposition was voted down, and
the committee authorized to go ahead
with arrangements for the annual picnic,
with instructions to hold the same on a
week day. The committee decided to
hold the picnic at Bellevue Club House
July 16; all florists invited. Three new
members were elected to the club.

Business was reported very quiet; flow-
ers scarce and poor.

John G. Rathsam lost about 400 panes
of 10x12 glass by hail June 21; consider-
able damage was done to shade trees all
over the city and vicinity. Lightning
struck the dwelling of John Bertermann,
knocked off" some shingles and weather
boards, and passed down thesteam pipes
which fortunately reached nearly to the
roof in the garret. The fall of rain for
several days during the stormy season
was tremendous, with but very little
damage.

.\nthony Wiegand returned from Cali-
fornia a tew days ago, just one train
ahead of the strike.

Many shade trees are beginning to die
all over the city; leakage of natural gas
is supposed to be the cause.

A. Pahud is adding a new house 20x00.
John Grande, a new florist at 322 Shelby
street, is building two houses, onel8xll5
and the other ISxGO, with office, etc.
Young ix. Sonncnschmidt arc building a
house 20x100 and another 12x100 with
oflice, etc. John Fohl, formerly of Maple-
ton, Ind., has taken Martin Braendlem's
place and Mr. B. is now located near
Crown Hill Cemetery with two houses
12x60, office, etc., the place heated by
■team. W. G. B.

Do vof WANT Mr. Scott's seasonable
hints for the year in book form, so that
yon can refer readily to his suggestions
for any week in the year? You will find
them in this form in our trade directory
and reference book for 1894. Price $3.00.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Itrudy r«>r MlilpiiM-fit rroiii .Inly to S«>|>|4'IiiI><t.

Calla A<!thiopica, fitic 'Iry rcKiUi in nil nitrn

Ltl. Longiflorum. trnf\y for ithipmrnt from Octol>cr
In to Mnrrh l'». IK!t',.

Lil. Auratum, Spftc. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Irii Ka>mpf()ri, in HlfJchoicr viirir-tlrn.

Japanno Maplira. In \rr%x vnrir-llf-M

Cameiliai. Pironlet, Tree Ferni. Raphli, Crcai
RavOluU, *u[»'-rl> Kf winff plnnU with nnr UMn^v
from 'In c^iU lo %ti Cdcli. frculi linjKirte'l utrmn.
inic lona Irnf vnrlcty. r'j*jU otifl Imvcn oit ofT. <le-
livcfwJ from March. IWi.

For gcnrral Japanc*c atock Apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wi,ne SI.. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

(Sherwodd Hall Xurseky Co.)

No. 427-9 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQUARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Native Bulbs. LILY RIILR^

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, etc.

Write for special contract prices.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

rose bill nurseries,
New Roghelle, N. Y.

Palms,
ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &. Rare Foliage &, Flowering Plants.

A trrand Bvtecttcm for Htuvc, Uroonliouse and Con-
BorTHUjry

SANDER, St. Albans, England.

Our Mr A niiiiiiMiik will Ik< tili'iini'il U\ InU'rvlow
hiiyi'm or n:ply t'J miy e.Miitiiiitilfiitlnri ndilrt'iiHiHl to
lillii nt ajfilirciMiwIch St.. Ni'W Vcprk Clly.

PATENTQ

I Tradc-Marki, Copyrights, Etc. ^^ ■

I GHflNDLEE & MflGflULEy,Vl/

Allanlic Huildinq, WABHIWOTOH. D. C.

5

I

PALMS.

8AVE

TIME.

SAVE TEMPER. 1

^

— 'MJT

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A

— c!3fe

When

UNSTRAPPING V.

■ III-

boxes 1

Iiiiik 1)1 the

WORKEA8Y

BUCKLE CO.

1 1

\U\ MA II Ik

< II A 1 II \ 11. \

.1.

MfMitliiii AiiiiTlrnn Horl.l.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAOO.

E.G. HILL & CO..

wtioi6sai6Fiorisis

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

lSg4-

The American Florist.

1225

PAINT

OR PUTTY.

No Paint can be made too durable for the greenhouse
none too handsome for the homestead.

We make Paints BECAUSE WE ENOW HOW. and have
facilities to do it. We ship to all Railroad Stations and Boat
Landings without regard to distance, and will make prices laid
down at your depot at figures which ^vill pay you to patronize a
cash market.

For G-reenhouses,
Conservatories
Or any other

HAMMOND'S PAINT AND SLUG SHOT WORKS, FisMill-on-Huilson, N. Y.

FRftNGlS' M&TflL STEMMING rOlNTS.

Latest Device for Stemming Cut Flowers
without Toothpicks and Wire.

Will keep set pieces fresh longer, as flower
stem is entered deep in the moist moss. Man-
ufactured by the Novelty Point Works in 5
sizes, from J^ to 14 inch in diameter.

Xxx ^03c<9S of 1.00r:> X>oiiltsi

.SIZK No. 1 60 cts. SIZE No. 3 80 ct8.

SIZE No. 3 70 cts. SIZK No. 4 ... 90 cts.

SIZE No. 5 (largest), box of 250 points... 33 cts.

For sale by all leading Wholesale Seedsmen and Dealers in Florists' Supplies. Samples of all five
sizes for trial sent by mail, postpaid, on receipt of 10 cents. Address

HERMANN ROLKER. Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

GKNEKAL .VGKNT FOK AMERICA AND EUKOFE.

VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY!

PATENTED .lULY lllh,

The only Certificate ol Merit
awarded lor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Conventionwas to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send for Catalogue and Es-
timates.

BJ. Hir»F»Aiei>, "STotm.esto-wn, Olxio.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.
Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

laiinlactnre TIE BEST LETTERS ID THE MARXET.

sizes l^s-lnch and 2-lnch, J2.0U per lUO. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 500 letters we give away a nicely

stained and varnished box. See cut In next

week's American Florist.
Our letter Is handled by all the wholesalers In Boston.
Agents: a. Rolker & Sons. New York; Marschuetz
4 Co.. 26 N. 4th Street. Philadelphia. Pa.; F. B. Mc-
Allister. 22 I)ey St.. N. Y.; Ernst Kaufmann & Co.. 113
N. 4th St. Philadelphia. Pa.; H. Bayersdorfer & Co.,
Philadelphia. Pa.; A. D. Perry & Co., 33 Warren St.,
Syracuse, N. Y.; A. C. Kendal. 116 Ontario St.. Cleve-
land. O.; E. H. Hunt, t;) Lake St.. ChlcaKo; Wisconsin
Flower Exchange. 131 Mason St.. Mllkwaukee. Wis.;
H. Sunderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati. O.i
T. W. Wood & Sons, tjth and Marshall Sts. Richmond,
Va.; Jas. Vlck's Sons. Rochester, N. Y.; Dan'l B. Ixjng.
Buffalo, N. Y.; C. A. Kuehn. St. Louis, Mo.; C. F.
Huntington & Co., Indianapolis, Ind ; Z. De Forest
Ely & Co., 1024 Market St., Plilladelphla. Pa.; Portland
Seed Co., 171 2nd St.. Portland, Oregon; A. Hernuan,
415 E,:l4th St.. New York; (ieo. A. Sutherland. ti" Brom-
fleld St.. Boston; Welch Bros.. No. lA Beacon St., Bos-
ton; N.F. McCarthy* Co., 1 Music Hall Place, Boston.
J. A. Simmers, Toronto. Ont,, Agent for Canada.

fl. BAYERSDOKFEE & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Out nev Oatalosrae Is now out* free npoD
%pvllcatlon*

MflRSCnUETZ & 60..

Florists' SUDDli6S.

23 & 25 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Send for ^"'"'"t""* . ^-~

World's
Pair.

MEDAL JWSRDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN& CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 1 13 North 4tli Street,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

^^W.C.KRICK'S

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the

Worlds Fair.
And Highest Award
Wherever Exhibited.

These Letters and
Deslpns are made of
the best Immortelles,
wired on wuod or metal
frames, having holes
drilled In them to In-
sert 1 0 n t h p 1 c k s. by
which they are fast-
ened In tlie dealfin.
(ilve thematrlal. You
will find these goods to
be superior to any In
the market.
2-lnch Letters, ^i.^
per IIK).
[Postage. 15 cts. per 100.

„ For other styles of

Letters. Emblems and DuslRns. send for catalogue
and free sample.

W.C.KRICK, 1287 Broadway, Brooklyn, N.Y.

For sale by all Florists' Supply Dealers.

BE UP TO DATE,

And get the BEST. This is it.

The Champion Ventilating Apparatus.

CHEAP. DURABLE. EFFICIENT.
Circular tellw the whole story. It Is free

AMERICAN ROAD MACHINE CO.,

KKNXETT S<JI AKK, r.\.

lit A OO KDCK BOTTOM PRICES Send for
WLiAOO. Kstlmate. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

65 Warren St., and 46, 48 & 60 College Place,
Igg-CTT »c»x-I«. c;i«y-

Always mention the American Flo-
rist when writing to advertisers.

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST 1

Aren't you tired going through your houses two or
three times a day year after year and lifting yourven-
tllattni; sash one at a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have (tot Jnst the thine yon need, the NEWKST
and BUST thing out. ^'The New Departure for
about half the cost of the old style. Send for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMOPy, Evansviile, Ind.

LITTLE'S ANTIPEST,

A

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BY THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer ot
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water in any proportion. It is Safe, Sure
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price Iilst.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,

291 AMITY STREET,
FIiUSHINO, Qaeens, Co., N. T.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

•CYPRESS-

Greenlioise Malerial,

LOUISVILLE, KY.

Please mcnlioii thi;.\.\iKKiCAN li.nKmi
every time you write to an advertiser.

1226

The American Florist.

July ig^

St. Paul, Minn.

Despite the torrid wave, the unbroken
drought and the summer dullness in gen-
eral there is some call for cut flowers. I
do not mean to infer that trade is boom-
ing, but for this season of the year it is
up to or above the average.

Roses are fair, Kaiserin, Meteor and La
France being cut in abundance. Carna-
tions are nearly gone, though a few of
inferior quality arc still seen. Sweet peas
are of fair quality, but not very abund-
ant, owing to the drought. One of our
florists iscutting someoutdoor gladiolus,
the earliest they have ever been seen here.

Roses are nearly all planted out, and
judging from the number put out we shall
be smothered with roses another season
unless times improve.

Chrysanthemums are now receiving
attention and are looking fine. L. L.
May & Co. have a ver\' fine display of
them and will undoubtedly show the
boys some fine blooms this fall. Mr.
Murray, their practical "mum" grower,
is keeping very mum and watching them
closely. Olhcr growers about town all
have a fine stock and the city will be one
mass of bloom bj- "mum" show time.
B>' the way, brethren, when will the
meeting for arrangements be held? Isn't
it about time to organize?

Prices of cut flowers are — well prices are
not in it. We get what we can and our
neighbor does likewise.

The hall where the Republican state
convention was held the past week was
beautifully decorated with palms and
other greens. Felix.

(J-iVlAlNZ

A fcr' COMPANY

%■■

A« POOC(»ift -

^^'.Z^^^ ■ - ■ CMIOVGO- -

ATRfCT-

Standard Flower Pots.

10 per oonl. ofT for canh with ordur. Hpodal dl*-

nmnt on lanta onlt'nt Wo cxrrr % lantu

iit>K*k on hand *i\ ifixxl ■truriir pobi.

PRICE LIST OF STANDARD FLOWER POTS,
m-llwli r>'t> l>rr HKJl .1 III

.1 i<) >rlrnli

IK.l.. [HTlOOURl' OU

.1 a 7

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J Ml It

MJOI

4m II

71 UU

too lU

p«r lUU 10 (lU

7.J6 II

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vn 11

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A.l.lrr„ HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

.... ( OkT l;l»WAkU, N. V.

Anrual HoikorA ■u/ri> \.r, \ l.x W. 24111 Ht . Nuw Y<irk
I llr. .\<.a Viirk AvnU

When ^ou write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

Troot&Fodflliifl"

Cleveland, C, June 1, 1894.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO..

(,'(-i//hfnrn:—The Cypress bars we have bought from you from
time to time have proved entirely satisfactory in every respect, and
we would not have any other at any price.

Respectfully, J. M. GASSER.

GUTTER MaTERIflL, RlbGES, SaSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CYPRESS used.
Fnr olrcularR and estimates ADDRESS

LOGKLftlHD LUMBER GO.

««

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Companv,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. T^S. 71? & 7^9 Whartoii St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Kandolph Ave. and Union St.* Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St.* Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FIOWEK POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to Announce the dissolution o( the finn of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co., which will be under the management of William Uopffel
and Conrad Breitschwertn. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots iu the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further imDrovemenU we solicit a continuance of your patronage iu the
belief that we can supply just what is neeued at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for pnce list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

403 North Salina Street. SYRACUSE. N. Y

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and I'ricc List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New BriKhton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new PoMary, new Machinery, the very boat Clay in tlie Country,
and iiur new PalanI Kllna, all combined, make the beat Slandard Pol
In Iha markal. Send for price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

OEORQE MESSINGER. Manager. l^jaait Urooltlfl el< I, AdAMfll.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Alto Doalrri (n OIL BURNERS, and Ag«nlt tot

■nall'a ■jdraallo BTitem nfniliiK <>>! Tor furl
|nirjKJ»tc«. No mtiif _ aui\ J^ to J.^ chriiprr thnn conl.

SOBMadlaonAve., GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.
PfHand r<ir c;iroular. . . .

, ECONOMICAU
Water
Heaters

For GREENHOUSES.

-I'IMl |i.ri:il;il..Kn(i I I

JOHN DICK, Jr.,

■iV)M i III! SI .

Philadelphia. Pa.

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1227

HOT-AIR

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn,
House,Carden, Stock
orany other purpose.

Send for Illustrated Catalogue

OF THE

DELAMATER-RIDERANoPyiyiPlf^Q
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON

PUMPING ENGINE.
ENGINE.

Their operation is so eimi'le and
safe that a child can run them Tliev
will pump "wattT from phailow
streams oranyk.udof well. Thev
can be arranged for anv kind of fuel

Capacity 1.500 to 30.000 gallons
of water a day, according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fiffh Avenue,
NEW YORK, N. V

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse i Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO. '

Rollerw made of the best of material, shell, firebox
sheets and heads of steel, water space all around
(front, sides and back). Write for Information.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

iiASSKK'S PATENT ZINC JOINTS for but-
ting glass makes greeriliouses air and watertight,; also
prevents sliding and breakage from frost. Does not
cost as mucli to heat a house glazed with the joints,
thereby saving enough In fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of glazing. The leading florists of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and price list.

xj, M. GASSER, Florist,

Kuolid Avenue, CLEVELAND, O.

THE CHAMPION

flyioDiatic Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated deecriptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc.
Also Champion Soil Pulverizer and Sliter,

Address, XD<
Kox 114.

SPRINGFIELD, D.

Do not be deceived by Inferior QIazier
Points, bnt nse only ....

THE E. J. VAN REYPER
"PERFECT" GLAZIER POINT

Manufactiireci by the

ESSEX HEIGHTS FLORAL CO..
BELLEVILLE, N. J.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot- Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. CO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WTtlTE FOR ILHISTRATED CIKCTJLAK.

Gurney

Hot Water Heaters
# Steam Boilers.

Gurney Uoubie orown not Water Heater.

UNEXCELLED FOR GREENHOUSE REQUIREMENTS,

Send for G-reenhouse Catalogue.
163 Franklin Street (Cor. Congress),

BOSTON, MASS.

Jonxsox & Co.. 71 John St.. New York and vicinity.

J. C. F. Tkachsel. 2lf; Arch St . Phlla. and vicinity.

A. A, Griffixg liiox Co.. :S4 Dearborn 8t . Chicago

and Western States.

Mention American Florist.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

•^jV'rlte for latest r»rio©«i.-^-^-^-^-«

Pat. i88a, '85, '86,
" '90, 'gi-

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACID^
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for wliich a hose

can be applied.

Sizes, J^-inch to 4J inches diameter.

The making, vending or use of any Serviceable

Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-

ture is an infringement on one or more of our

Patents. The rights secured to us render each Individual dealer or user responsible ,'°L*"^1' ""'^^^J"'
use with all the consequences thereof. For prices and discounts address WATERBURY RUBBER CO,
rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Gnp Armored Hoze PaUnts. 49 Warren Street, New ''"''
.t. C. VACGhAN. Aeent, CHICAGO.

SPRIHQ STEa GALVMUZ££

Sole Mt'rs i

ARMORED

EVANS" IMPROVED

Challenge

Ventilating:

Apparatus

Write for Illustrnted ( 'ntnloiiue.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS.
Klchmond, Intl.

LOCK THE DOOR BEFORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER, Sec'y, F. H. A., Saddle River, N. J

HAIL

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gutter up.

Correspondence solicited. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIC. PA.

159 & 161 Soutli Fifth .Vve., New York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Rose Housefi. Conservatories, etc., etc.

1228

The American Florist.

July ig^

Index to Advertisers.

Adv. rates. et« 121«

American Boiler Co.. .12S
American Road Ma-
chine Co ISB

BKllerKA 1220

Bajersdorfer H 4 Co. 1225
Ucnnctt t~re<l,Sec'y..l22S

BeruerH U * Co 1219

Blanc A 1223

BockTheo 122:i

Bonsall Jos E 121i:

Bos John Bartta I21'.i

Boston Letter <:o 1225

Brand A Wlcliers ... 1230

Hruwn X Cantield 1221

Bnnttntf Sam'l J 121S

BurkI l--red 1221

Bums A Karnor 121"

BurrowJG 1222

Carman R W 1225

Carmody J 0 1225

Celery Plant Co 1221

Ctaandlce & MacaDleyl22t
Cli'BO Koldlnn Box Col2ir
Corbrey A McKellar...l21t''
Cottage Gardens The.1222
Cox Seed A I'lant Co.l21'J

Crabb A Hunter 12iS

Deamud J B A Co 1217

I)e Ijimater Iron Wk»l->27
lielaniTc-Cardon L... .1223

Dick John Jr 122B

Dillon J L 1221

liomer Kied A Son....l222

Dieer H A 1222

Klllott \V 11 1210

Klllson Wm ....1216

Kssix llclghu KnCol227

KancourtGeoE 1221

Kaust A Bro 1218

Kclhctm Lyman 1227

Hfher Peter A Co 12S

(liUiscr J M 1227

Gonzalez F A Co 1224

(JoodillL W 1223

Grossman CM 1222

Gumey Heater Co .. 1227

Hall Assn 1227

Hammond BenJ 1225

Hancock A Son 1222

Hartford U E 1216

Helnl Joseph 1221

HelBsJ B 1218

Herr Albert M 1223

Hermann's Seed Store

1219 1223

Hews A H A Co. ... 1226

HIIDneer Bros 123!

Hill KG A Co 1224

Hlppard K 122S

HIlchlnnsACo I22«

lliKikcr II M Co 1227

Ilonin K<lw C 1217

ll..nlrultiinil Co The.1221

lluliM.-l>oB<:li Bros 1219

Hunt Ell 1217

Hunt M A Estate 1221

llunlcri-rank l> 1217

James K II 1219

Jcnnlnpi K B 122:<

J.H«tenC H 1219

Knurnmnn Ernst A Col225

KtMirilcott Bros Co 1217

Koch I.uiIwIk...

Krick WC

Krueschell Bros Co.
Kuehn Ch

1216
1218
1219

1223

.1J»

..1227

1216

j>jckland Lumber Co I2?)l

XiOngDan'l B 1216

Lonsdale Edwin 1222

Lord A Bumham C0..122S
McCarthy N K A Co.. 1217

McCren \ Cole 1221

McFarlandJ H 1216

McFarland J n Co. . .1222

Mac Bean AS 1221

MandaW A 1223

ManzJ ACo 122B

Marschuetz A Co 1225

MavJnoN 1222

Michel Pit A Bulb COI224

Mlllang Bros 1217

MonlngerJnoC 1228

Moore hVank L 1224

Munn LR 1218

Nnnz .V Neuner.. .1223
National Plant Co.. .1221
N'lles Centre Floral Col2l7

Oasis Nursery Co 1220

Parmenter Mfg Co.... 1226

PennockCJ

Pcnnook i>ara'l S...

Plcrson K KCo

PllchtT .V Manda...
Pittsburg Clay MfgCol'226
guakerClty Mc hW'ksl227

Qulnlan P U A Co 1221

Randall AL 1217

Reed Glass Co I2a

Reed A Keller 1226

RelDbergBros 1217

Richards C B A Co.... 1219

Roberts DU 1227

Roehrs Theo 1217

H(«mer Fred 122:1

Rolker A& Sons 1219

Rolker Herman. . . 1225

RuppJ F 1223

RussellSJ 1220

Sander ACo 12ai

Schneider Fred 1223

Scollay Jno A 1228

SegersBros 1219

Sheridan W F 1217

Slebrccht A Wadley..l221
Situations, wants. etc.l2IS
Smith Nath ASon... 122:1

Soltau CUrlstlan 12 :i

Spooner Wm H.. . . 12.'l

Stemmler T\V 1221

StrebySO 1220

StrnckJN ABro .... 1225

Sanderbnich H L 1217

Sunaet Seed A Pit Co.l224

Sutherland Geo A 1217

Syracuse Pottery Co..l22t;

lesson RF 1-221

Trtcker Wm A Co 1222

Vaughan J C.I218 1220 1.'21
Waterbury Rubber Col227
Weatbereds Sons T WI-'2S
Wceber 4 Don .1219

Welch Bros 1217

Whilldin Pot Co l-2ai

I Williams 4 Sons Co. . 122:1
Wilson HK 12.'l

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CONTENTS.

Roses— Hybrid teas 1329

—Grubs attacking roses . . 1230

I'uueral wreaths of summer flowers (3 Illus.). 1230

Miscellaneous seasonable hints 1230

Carnations— Notes . . . 1231

—Carnation rust experiments . 1231

The trade exhibit 1232

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Cleveland . . 1237

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Coming exhibitions .... 1238

News notes 1238

Hotels at Atlantic City, N. J 12:W

Detroit 12:W

Famous orchids 1239

View of F. R. Pierson Co.'s rose houses (illus.). 1239
Horticultuie vs. engiueering .... ... 1240

The seed trade 1242

Springfield, Mass 1242

New Orleans 1212

Worcester, Mass 1244

Cincinnati 124IJ

Foreign notes 1218

Danger in flowers 1260

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Hybrid Teas.

Some growers think these require a very
different treatment from ordinary tea
roses. In my experience I have not found
it so, at least not to any material extent;
about the only difference I have ever
found in growing them is they are more
subject to black spot, and to avoid this
as much as possible I advise planting
them in a part of the house which will be
more likely to dry off readily before
night. There have been a great many
remedies advocated for the prevention
and cure of black spot, but so far as I
have tried them I must admit that I have
not yet derived much benefit from them.
In this, as in all other diseases, I think
prevention is better than cure, and cer-
tainly one of the best preventives that I
have found is a dry, healthy atmosphere
at night and never allow the temperature
to get down low enough to cause a dew
to settle on the leaves. This trouble often
starts more early in the season than we
think. During September we often get it
quite cool towards morning, enough to
cause a heavy dew to form on the foliage,
while the temperature in the house may
not actually fall below 60°; let this be
repeated for three or four nights and this
disease will certainly get considerable
foothold. Under these circumstances a
very little fire heat for four or five hours
or from 1 or 2 o'clock in the morning till
sunrise with some air on the house at the
same time will prove one of the best pre-
ventives. I do not wish to be understood
that this will entirely prevent it, as this
disease is sometimes verv troublesome
even under the most careful cultivation,
and should the roots get a slight check
by any means it is almost sure to show
itsclt at once, and what would appear the
most strange about it is that extremes in
either direction are equally sure to pro-
duce it. Let the plants get a little over
dry at the roots or give them an over-
watering so that the soil is somewhat
sodden or stagnant and the effect will be
almost identical, showing that this dis-
ease is very maieiially influenced by root
action. There are othercauses also which
are quite a factor in this matter: insuffi-
cient food of the desired character is one
of them, and here I have often thought
the chemist could be of some use to us bv
investigating and giving the formula of
what is required to give the plants the
food necessary to its highest development.

for suiely the soils in many stclioiis are
deficient in some important elements of
plant life. For this subject alone a gen-
uine florists' experimental station, pre-
sided over by the right man, could do an
infinite amount of good for every florist
on this continent, and if such a thing
could only be started and carried on suc-
cessfully every florist in the country would
be benefited and should certainly become
liberal patrons toward its support.

When in Washington, D.C., in 1892, we
tried to get a rose society started on a
sound foundation, this was one of the
subjects I had in mind and at that time I
thought I could see my way clear to get
it into such shape, but it fell through
from lack of appreciation from certain
quarters, though I hope to live long
enough to see a rose society firmly estab-
lished in this country and this subject for
one taken in hand and thoroughly inves-
tigated, and if it can settle the question
(as I have every reason to believe it can)
of the absolute cause of this disease, we
shall be well repaid for all the trouble or
expense it may incur.

But, to return to the subject proper of
this article — the growing of Hybrid Tea
Roses — all of this class can be grown un-
der exactly the same conditions as ordi-
nary teas with the exception of Meteor,
which requires a somewhat higher tem-
perature, and as it is now time to plant
all roses for the coming season's cam-
paign where not already done lose no
time in getting them planted. If in other
seasons you have found certain varieties
succeed better in particular positions fol-
low it up by giving them as nearly the
same again. There is no doubt that La
France, for instance, will generally do
better on a back bench than in any other
position, that is where it should be grown,
and the same adaptability of position
may be noticed in other varieties.

If in the past your soil has been found
to be of rather a heavy nature and black
spot has been troublesome try the addi-
tion of considerable sand to the compost,
for most of the hybrid teas undoubtedly
like a rather sandy soil. But if your nat-
ural soil is quite suitable that is thething
to use. Light soils need much more press-
ing than heavy or clayey soil. Some pre-
fer to beat the soil very firmly before
planting and then use a trowel to dig
holes for planting; this I think a mistake,
making as it does considerable more labor
in planting, and as this has to be done
generally during the very hottest season
the quickest way itcan be done consistent
with success seems to me the best.

We fill the benches level full of loose soil,
mark out position for plants and then
with the hand make the hole'for and put
the plant in position, pressing the soil
very firmly around each plant in the hole
as we go, leaving a slight hollow or dish-
like form around each plant and the bal-
ance of the soil in the benches we prefer

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to have loose as it is until the plants be-
gin to get new roots fairly well started;
this enables us to give the plants liberal
waterings without making the balance
of the soil sour, and in planting proper it
can certainly be much quicker done than
by digging holes with a trowel, etc. This
is especially beneficial in soils inclined to
be heavy.

After the plants get well established
and the roots in active working through
the new soil we then go over the whole
surface of the benches and beat the soil
very firmly and then rake it smooth and
put on a light mulching.

When they are ready to begin producing
flowers, according to the time planted or
when the flowers are in demand, all the
teas are treated the same way. During
the summer and earlj- fall give all the air
possible according to the weather outside
and leaving considerable air on all night,
keeping the plants well syringed at least
once a day, and in very hot weathertwice
with very liberal waterings at the roots,
this insures healthy, sturdy growth and
a good constitution to stand the strain
of winter forcing. John N. May.

Grubs Attacking Roses.

There has been some discussion through
your columns regarding the character of
the grub that sometimes destroys young
rose plants in benches. One which had
cut the rootsof one of our roses and killed
the plant we boxed up with soil and man-
ure last August, and here it is. You will
see that Jno. N. May was right.

I also enclose a worm which had eaten
through the heart of a rose bud. We
have found several such.

Louis E. Marquisee.

Syracuse, N. Y.

To make absolutely sure of the identity
of the pests we submitted the specimens
to Prof. Howard, Government Entomolo-
gist, who writes:

"The insects sent are, first, the commou
.May beetle (Lachnosterna fusca), the
larva of which is the ordinary white
grub which feeds upon the roots of grass,
strawberries and other plants. The
worm which had eaten through the heart
of a rose bud was badly shrivelled, but
seems to he the rose tortricid (Cacoecia
rosaceana). This insect, while normally
a leaf roller, sometimes works upon buds
in this way. I know of no good remedy
for the latter insect, but white grubs in
the soil may be destroyed by washing
down diluted kerosene soap emulsion
with plenty of water."

Funeral Wreaths of Summer Flowers.

At this season of the year the most ap-
propriate subject to deal with seems to
ijc the arrangement of funcrnl pieces com-
[K)Scd of such varieties of bloom as is to
\x had in midsummer, for the reason that
during the summer months the florist
finds little else to do except work of such
a nature. Although the (|uality of such
■tr>ck as is nt our command at present is
not of the highest ((uality, yet we find
unite a numlier of flowers in great pro-
fusion, such as work in ndmiranly forour
purpose. Take sweet jiens for instance, a
simple nnd inexpensive flower, yet one of
the real gems to the mnkerup if trealed
nroijcrly. The nrrnngcment of this flower
in the form of n wreath is probniily what
would give the best rcsullB, ;ilthougli by
no mriins the only form that would show
the flower to advantage, such as a crosc
or n pillow for instance, still we bclicv

that the wreath, especially the crescent
shape, is the ideal form for this flower.

There are quite a number of shades of
this flower suitable for our purpose.
White, of course, is always proper, but
that shade of lavender represented by the
variety Butterfly is perhaps the most
popular of all. Then the pink and white
varieties of such forms as Blanche Ferry
or Nellie Jaynes are frequently called for,
and then those tones of delicate pink va-
rieties like Princess Beatrice, Crown
Princess of Prussia, Apple Blossom, Mrs.
Gladstone, and a number of others are
suitable. Generally speaking, these flow-
ers show to best advantage if arranged
in separate colors, this applies particu-
larly to all pink varieties; the only safe
combination of these would be with
white. In such sorts, however, as Blanche
Ferry we have already a combination of
pink and white which can not be im-
proved upon. Only the clear pink vari-
eties, therefore, would admit of this com-
bination, but it is doubtful if the result
might be considered an improvement.
Butterfly is another variety that admits
of no combination except that of white;
but whenever we decide on making such
a combination, which is often a necessity
for want of sufficient quantity of any one
variety, don't let us mix the colors indis-
criminately.

Our first illustration shows a combina-
tion of Butterfly and white in wreath
form of the crescent type. The arrange-
ment is of the simplest and calls for no
special comment, only be careful to avoid
close bunching of the flowers in stemming.
We don't mean by that that you should
stem each stem separate on a pick. It
saves time to wire three or four stems
together, but have them of unequal length
in order to allow of a loose arrangement.
For a finish some of your customers may
prefer to tie the wreath with a ribbon,
the shade of which of course depends on
the color of the flower.

Our second illustration is the same size
and form of wreath as the first and is
composed of a clump of Bridesmaid roses
in the widest part, and white sweet peas
for the rest. The arrangement speaks for
itself and needs no explanation. The
grouping can of course be varied; if pink
or lavender sweet peas be used the roses
should be white or light cream. Gypso-
phila, which is used as a fringe around
the roses in this piece, is an old friend
whose acquaintance, we arc sorry to say,
we have not cultivated very much of late
years, for the reason that we so seldom
meet him nowadays. This airy and
graceful little flower is one of the most
useful in an arrangement, particularly
that of mixed flowers; it is not as much
appreciated in this country as it deserves.
In Europe, particularly (Germany and
France, this flower is deemed almost in-
dispensable to the bouquet maker, and is
therefore grown in large quantities.

.\chillea is another very useful flower,
and so is candytuft; even the common
field daisy is not to be despised; migno-
nette is always useful, nnd pansics, cither
purple or blue, may be used advan-
tageously. All these flowers in addition
to a few roses (.Mermets) are shown in
our third plate. The photogrnpli shows
the combination of the diflerent varieties
fairly well, except the section of migno-
nette next to the roses on the left hand
side. Such other sunimer flowers as
hollyhock, aster, dahlias, etc. are not as
well suited for such n style of arrange-
ment (IB that we have been concidcring.
These forms are Iwttcr adapted for such
designs ns we shall attempt to illustrate
later.

Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints.

You will scarcely have your chrysan-
themums, roses, etc., planted and ready
to take a breathing spell before the earli-
est bulbs arrive. Lilium Harrisii is
delivered from several houses earlier this
year I believe than ever. Unpack at once
and if it is impossible to pot them right
away put them in flats and cover with a
little dry earth till you can get at them.
Lilies, and for that matter all bulbs, are
injured by remaining out of the ground
any length of time, but lilies much more
than tulips or hyacinths, so get them
potted as soon asyoupossiblycan. Early
potting does not necessarily mean early
flowering. You can retard them in several
ways, if desired. For the largest bulbs
(9 to 11 inches) a 7-inch pot, for 7 to 9
inches a 6-inch pot, and for 5 to 7 inches
a 5 inch pot is about right. Still smaller
bulbs can be grown in a 4-inch pot.

Everybody is allowed to change his
mind; and sometimes it is a proof of wis-
dom. For two or three years I have
grown small bulbs (5 to 7) in quantity
for cutting and grown them in boxes
about 18 inches square and 6 inches deep.
I shall do so no more and find it better
for the bulbs in every way to grow them
singly in pots. You will get better results
in every way. I must repeat that there
is no better way to grow good lilies than
to plant at once. Let the top of the bulb
be even with the surface of the soil and
the soil should be from 1 to 2 inches be-
low top of pot. After a thorough water-
ing stand the pots in a frame and then
throw over them 2 inches of well rotted
old hotbed manure. This will keep them
from drying out daily in the hot sun, will
save much labor and is better for the
bulbs. When they are brought into the
houses this loose manure can be shaken
off and the pot then filled up with good
compost. The plan above described is for
the large Easter flowering bulbs. For
smaller sizes that you intend to force and
cut during winter you can pot in the
usual way, but a slight covering of some
mulch on them will help all round. The
best lily soil is well rotted, light, turfy
loam with a fourth of thoroughly decom-
posed manure of some kind, but not fresh
of any kind. The half shell of the tooth-
some clam, concave side down, is perfec-
tion for drainage for lilies.

Roman hj-acinths will soon be here. Get
a few boxed at once. They are always
very acceptable when they first come in.
Another and larger planting can be made
at end of August and the remainder can
be planted end of September. Don't try
to keep the bulbs out of the ground later
than that or they will be injured. When
boxed place them out of doors and after
a very thorough watering cover with 3
or 4- inches of light soil, and don't let
them sufl"er for want of water. In August
and September, with the weather as it
usually is, they want a small delugecvery
week. There has been a good deal of
money lost the past few years in Romans.
The price of bulbs with most people is
still highenough, while the flowers sell for
one-fourth what they did 10 years ago.
I'or a man who grows for his own store,
or retails, they are indispensable, but un-
less you have nn ideal cold storage liouse
of your own they are difTicult to handle
and have in good quality after I'ebruary.
In fact they don't pay after that date.
The white miniature Dutch hyacinth takes
their place nicely. It's a cheaper bulb,
winters with much less trouble, stands,
any amount of freezing and comes in for
r.nster or late winterin good shape. Now
please don't go and put your Komans,

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WREATH OP SWEET PEAS.
FUNERAL WREATHS OF SUMMER FLOWERS.

narcissus, tulips, etc., into those brutal
boxes that I still see even in establish-
ments that have a reputation as big bulb
growers. You see boxes 3 (eet by 1 foot
and 6 inches deep, another 2 feet 6 inches
square. They think this is a saving be-
cause the groceryman at the corners says
"take them alongmy boy." Getrid of the
barbarous boxes and make your flats all
one size. The vyords of even as small a
man as myself should be heeded in this
matter. I have more than once recom-
mended the size I think best; it is 2 feet
long, 12 inches broad, and 3 inches deep,
made of 3-inch strips of ya-inch stuff, with
the ends of 1-inch stuff. This box holds 50
Von Sion, 60 Yellow Prince tulips, or 72
La Reine.

Keep yourshow pelargoniums growing
in a partially shaded house. They should
now be making good growth which will
give you cuttings later on, of which I will
write later. It is a fine plant and has
been much neglected for some years. The
finer sorts such as Mme. Thibaut and
Mrs R. Sandiford will pay well to grow
for cut flowers.

Sow some pansy seed end of this month
for winter blooming;don'tsowamixture,
a good purple, a yellow and a white is
what you want. A mixture is all right
for spring sales but not for cutting.

You will be thinking how best to sup-
port yourchrysanthemums and roses this
fall and winter. A plan pursued by
Harry Dale, and perhaps by many chrys-
anthemum growers, is to stretch a wire
across the bench (No. 20 or 22 is large
enough) and nail a little block on the side
of the edge board to keep the wire above
the soil. On the roof have a wire immedi-
ately above it, and from every plant tie

up a common string from top to bottom.
This is just as good as the best stake or
expensive steel rod and a great deal bet-
ter. Don't use the common white twine
that grocers use. There is a brown string
sold that is much cheaper, however, and
will answer all purposes. When you get
your crops cut, either mums in December
or roses in May, you can take a scythe or
sickle and chop them off top and bottom.
The wire which was on the surface of the
soil can be easily raised up and temporar-
ily suspended from the roof while you are
removing the bench, and if the bench is
used for plants can be left there for an in-
definite time. I am encroaching on other
people's ground, but I have not before
noticed this very important and simple
way of supportingtwo important plants.
Wm. Scott.

Carnation Notes.

In the Florist of June 28 isaphotd-
graph of a bunch oi fifty Grace Wilder
carnations; and in the text relative to
them the writer says, "Carnations, if cut
with plenty of buds and on long stems,
look best set in a proper vase with no
other addition than their own foliage."
This is a point I tried to make a few
years ago, that carnations should be cut

with buds, and that their own foliage
should be the only addition to them for
vases or wherever they are used without
adding other flowers. If we could get the
public educated to use them in this man-
ner I fully believe there would be an in-
crease in the demand for carnations of at
least twenty per cent. The only thing
necessary to educate the public taste to
this method of using them is for the retail-
ers to present them to their customers in
this shape and charge accordingly. The
foliage could be grown in cheap houses and
with out very much heat (which would
makeitall the better) and could beputon
the market at a fair profit to the grower
for fifty cents per hundred. If the retailer
is getting say fifty cents per dozen for a
certain carnation he could without any
trouble get seventy-five cents by adding
a dozen or fifteen sprays of foliage, and
this would be giving him his average per-
centage of profit, and at the same time
give his customer a much more satisfac-
tory bunch than the way they are usually
sold.

Although carnations are prettier with
some buds, these are not an absolute
necessity if there is plenty of foliage. The
cry for the past few years has been for
size, and one way to obtain size is to dis-
bud them. These disbudded monsters on
long stems, barren of buds and almost of
foliage, are pitiful sights indeed to the
true lover of flowers, but if their naked-
ness is screened by foliage they become a
thing of beauty and a joy forever.

As most carnations are now cut with
stems ranging from fifteen to twenty
inches long we would have to look for
correspondingly long foliage. Varieties
of the Mrs. Ferdinand Mangold and
Annie Pixley type would about fill the
bill, as they makegood long shoots before
throwing out a bud. Grace Wilder and
Portia both make good foliage for use
where it need not be so long. After grow-
ing carnations for foliage for a season or
two we would no doubt find varieties
that would fill the bill exactly.

To some these may seem visionary
ideas, but I would like to see the retail
men try it as an experiment on a small
scale, and there is no question that if it is
called for the foliage will soon become a
commercial commodity as well as the
flowers, and competition would be quite
as keen to have it in good salable shape.
Albert M. Herr.

Carnation Rust Experiments.

Ed. Am. Florist: — The accompanying
experiments were performed by me dur-
ing the months of May and June in order
to ascertain the approximate strength of
the chemicals used that would prevent
the germination of the uredospores of the
carnation rust (Uromycescaryophillinus).

The work was performed as follows: A
glass ring about V2 inch in depth and of
about the same diameter was cemented
to the glass slide; a few drops of water
were placed in the cell thus formed, then
to the cover glass was depended a drop
of the solution, in which some spores had
been mixed, then the cover glass was
sealed to the cell by means of vaseline.
The slide was then examined under the
microscope to see that the mount was
properly done, after which it was placed
in a closed germinating pan, which was
also kept moist. Examinations of the
slides were made at different times during
a period of from 12 to 24 hours. It was
found that good healthy spores would
germinate in water in the course of two
hours. A great variation was found in

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I he germinating power of spores. Spores
taken from good healthy plants were
much more vigorous and would germin-
ate in a stronger fungicide. To this fact
is due some of the wide variations ob-
tained in the experiments. In all cases
where the strength is indicated by figures
it means 1 part by weight, as, for in-
stance, 1-100 would mean 1 pound of the
chemical to 100 pourds of water.

Eau Celeste, or the foimula recom-
mended by you in the Florist, if figured
down to the basis of 1-100, would be
.035 lb. of CuSO-i, or .035 grm. to 100
c. c. of water and the ammonia would be
.25 c. c. (assuming a barrel of water to
contain 50 gallons). You will readily see
that even 1-500 was a much stronger so-
lution than this and yet it was a failure,
or 1-1000 is much strong! r.

Bordeaux Mixture was made accord-
ing to the standard furmula 6t1)CuS04,
4tl> lime and 22 gallons water.

-■3 strength CuS04,-il1) lime and 33 gal-
lons water.

1-2 strength CuS04,4}b lime and 44 gal-
lons water.

Ammoniacal copper carbonate was
made by taking an optional number of
volumes of ammonia, strength 26°
Beaumt', and reducing it seven times, i. e.,
to one volume ammonia, add six volumes
of water. To this diluted ammonia was
added an excess of copper carbonate;
when the solution was thoroughly satur-
ated with the copper it was poured off;
it was then reduced fifteen times, i. e., 1
vol. saturated sol. to 14 vol. of water;
'2 strength meant reducing it 1-29; '3
stronger meant reducing it 1-10.

Plants were sprayed with several of
these chemical solutions in order to see
if it would be injurious to them.

Iron sulphate 1-500, 1! plants sprayed. No injur-
ious effects.

Lead acetate 1-500, 2 plants sprayed. No injuri-
ous effects.

Corrosive sublimate 1-.500, 2 plauts sprayed. No
injurious effects.

Salt l-.'JOO. 2 plants sprayed. No injurious effects.

Potassium sulphate 1-.^, 2 plants sprayed. No
injurious effects.

Potassium chromate 1-5C0, 2 plants sprayed. No
injurious effects.

Potassium bichromate 1-500, 2 plants sprayed.
No injurious effects.

Copper sulphate 1-500, 2 plants sprayed. No in-
jurious effects.

Wm. Stuart.
Exp. Sta., Lafayette, Ind.

SPORE GERMINATION.

The Trade Exhibit.

Since my last communication in 'his
connrclion fifteen additional entries have
Ikco rtccivcd, as follows:

J. C. VauKhan — plants, bulbs, etc.

C H Joosten— bullMi, fostile, bellows.

Wm. Tricker (t Co.— aquatics.

Storrji ^ Harrison -roses.

SicbrrchI K Wadley— plants.

John N. May— plants.

K/lwln I^niwlale— plants.

Major llonaffon—palcnt fence.

I,. B. llriiKue — ferns, etc

R. A. Weller- jardinieres.

A. II. Hews ^ Co -pottery.

Wisconsin Flower Hxchnnjce — plant tubs.

F. A. flrm»tiy—vrnlllntin({ apparatus,

Thomas Woodajion patent bellows, spray
era. etc

Ilerendeen M'I'k Co.— boiler*, etc.

Thc«c with the 2H cntric* already re-
ported make 4ri in nil, which is n gratify-
ing pr.jof of the continued popularity ol
the annual 'rndc dJHplay. In St. I.ouiH
la<t Kaion thctotnl entricK were only 34.

The tpncc nt thi« writing; (July 21 '04)
i« now all taken with the exception »( a
few fret here and there, ond this notwilh-
■tandin^ thnt some more space hns Ikcii
added by the rcmoynl of the athletic ap-
paratus in the hall and by abandoning
the idea of having a cross passage in the
c?ntcr. This latter plan would doubtless

Strength of

No. of

Spores

Value as a fungicide.

Chemicals I'sed.

Solution. '

Cultures.

Killed.

Poor.

Medium.

Good.

Success, or Failure.

1-100
1-500

1
2

Success
Success

1-1000

7

5

2

Partial success

Copper Sulphate. .

1-2000

B

2

4

Failure

(CirSo4)

1-30C0

4

2

0

Failure

l-MOO

3

^

1

Doubtful success

1-5000

3

2

I

Failure

1-10000

1

1

Failure

Standard

1

Success

Bordeaux MiAture .

-;

•J

2

Success

Vl "

'I

1

1

Failure

Aiuinouiacal Cop- 1

nel. Sol

8

3

3

1

1

Failure

per Carbonate -^
(Del. Formula) 1

'A

4

2

1

1

Failure

' , stronger

II

ii

3

Partial success

Hau Celeste

1-100

l>

1

2

Partial success

(Am. Florist

1-500

12

\

1)

1

1

Failure

formula)

1-1000

10

2

2

2

1

Failure

I-UIO

2

2

Success

l-'iOO

«

K

Success

Potassium siilpbiile

1-1000

8

3

4

1

Failure

(K2.)

1-2000

(i

2

2

2

Failure

l-oOOO

2

I

1

Failure

1-10000

•J

1

1

Fail, re

1-500

1

1

Success

1-1000

8

3

3

Partial success

Potassi'm Clir'inate

1-2000

8

2

3

2

1

Failure

VK2CrOI)

1-3000

2

2

Failure

1-5000

J

2

Failure

1-10000

3

1

2

Failure

1-500

1

1

Success

Potassium

1-1000

5

1

4

Partial success

Bi-

1-2000

7

1

5

1

Failure

chromate

1-3000

3

I

2

Failure

(K2Cr207)

1-5000
1-10000
1-100
I-.'iOO

3

1
1
1

1
1

2

1
1

Failure
Failure
Success
Success

Iron

l-10!10

2

2

Success

Sulphate

1-2000

A

4

Success

(KeSO )

1-3000

3

1

1

1

Failure

I-400J

2

1

1

Failure

1-.5000

1

1

Failure

1-500

4

4

Success

Lead Acelale

l-IOOO

4

2

2

Failure

(l'b(C2ll3u2)-.')

1-2000
1-5000

2
1

2

1

Failure

Failure

1-500

2

2

Success

Corrosive

1-1000

4

4

Success

Sublimate

1-3000

3

3

Partial success

(lIgC12)

l-50fO

8

4

1

1

2

Failure

1-10000

«

2

2

2

Failure

1-100

4

2

T

1

Failure

Salt

(Na CIl

1-500

3

1

1

1

Failure

1-1000
1-2000

3
2

1

1

2

1

Failure
Failure

1-5000

2

2

Failure

1-100

2

2

Success

1-200

5

1

1

2

1

Failure

1-300

2

1

1

Failure

Carbolic Aciil

1-100
I-.IOO
I-IOOO

1
1
1

1

1

Failure
Failure
Failure

1-5000

1

1

1

Failure

h.ive been convenient, but had to go, ow-
ing to the pressure for space.

It has been decided to make the wide
(K feet) center table running the entire
length of the hall l.s inches in height, this
being deemed the best height for the
(iroper display of palms, crotons and
other decorative plants. All the other
tables will be 2'j feet in height and 4 feet
in width. The hall is well lighted from
both sides and there will be no trouble
about insulTicicnt light anywhere.

I'or further information address the
undersigned at 1025 Arch street, Phila-
delphia.

C. C. Watson, Sup't Exhibition.

Arc They First-Class Plants.
The in<|uiry we published with illustra-
tion in our issue of July \'l has brought
out (|uile a number of replies. They agree
so unaniinnusly in classing the plants as
culls that one is almost a repetition of
the other. We will wail till the re-
turns (ire all in and then rtcord the num-
ber of votes. An amusing feature of the
various letters isthat the writer of nearly
every one n.imcH a firm that he thinkstlie
pl.inls Clime from, having himself rieiiv. d
iust about Hiich plants as we illiiNtrali (I.
And curiously the firm from wircli llir
plants did conic has not yet been niinieil;
from this it would appear that there are
more thiin one or two firms who have
shipped pliinis that were iinsalisdielory.
We would advise all shippers to given
careful reiidiiig to the series o( articles on

packing plants that are now appearing
in the Florist. Wc propose to so thor-
oughly cover the qucsiion of packing
that none can plc.-id inm ranee of the
methods of packing that will insure
arrival of plants in good condition.

Coal Tar.

The advice of one of your correspon-
dents in relation to the use ol coal tar on
the boards on greenhouse benches is
rather amusing to some of us around
here, wlm have been using it for years on
all wood which comes in contact with the
soil whether in the wallsorbenchcs, with-
out Ipiving noticed any bad results. Of
course we do not put it on heating pipes
or on hoards where it will come in con-
tact with the healing pipes.

A little incident came under the writer's
notice in regard to the me of coal tar on
benches which may be interesting, and I
believe goes to prove that it is not injuri-
otis to vegetation. A bencli was con-
structed of wet i>inc boards and painted
with coal tar; the tar had not dried when
the K)il was put 011; the bed wis planted
wiili p.usley which grew luxuriantly all
«inler, but t he roiihiimers ol the parsley
coinplaiiieil tli it it tasted of coal tar,
which was not pleasant, cerliiinly, but
li.id tlie boards been dry and the tar
allowed to harden before the soil was put
onthenbnve result would not have fol-
lowed. The only objection we see to its
use is the trouble ol applying it, and for

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WREATH OF ROSES AND SWEET PEAS.
FUNERAL WREATHS OP SUMMER FLOWERS.

that reason refuse petroleum is gradually
taking its place, being cleaner to handle
and perhaps just as good. Beaver.

Montreal.

Philadelphia.

As the time of the convention ap-
proaches renewed activity is noticed
among the various committees; frequent
conferences are being held, and everything
points to a successful meeting. The dis-
tance to Atlantic City is the cause of
some inconvenience, as when a committee
man returns from a visit in quest of in-
formation he is invariably floored by
almost the first question put at him by
one of his fellows, and another visit is
made necessary.

While there are no botanic gardens or
beautiful public parks to interest the vis-
itor to Atlantic City, there is that broad
expanse of ocean with its crested waves
always breaking on the shore, making an
ever moving picture that even the oldest
resident will ofttimes stop to admire.
Those who can find no pleasure in any
color but that of the ever restful green of
the grass and trees of their favorite parks
will surely be pleased with the beautiful
blue of old ocean, which is only broken by
the snow white crests which are at all
times appearing and disappearing on its
surface, or by the mirrored reflection of
the fleecy clouds above.

On the land side of the city may be seen
the broadest expanse of lawn to be
viewed anywhere in this country; it
stretches for miles, interspersed with
small streams, miniature lakes and
broad rivers or thoroughfares, as they
are called here. In the spring and early
summer this expanse is a beautiful green,
like a sheet of velvety well kept lawn, but
in the early autumn a change takes place

and large discolorations give the mead-
ows, as they are known here, the appear-
ance of a brilliant sunset sky; this fancy
touch of nature is somewhat hard on the
lovers of the restful green, but it is very
beautiful and attracts the attention and
admiration of those who are fortunate
enough to see it. Between this meadow
and the ocean's beach upon which the
city is built there is a river or thorough-
fare which extends from the bay which
empties into the ocean just north of the
city, a distance of about eight miles to
another bay. This body of water fur-
nishes excellent sailing for parties who do
not desire to go outside and risk getting
seasick. There is also at times very good
fishing in these inside channels. One of
the chief amusements for the ladies is to
go crabbing in these waters. The boat
is anchored in a shallow place and apiece
of meat or fish tied and weighted is
thrown over the side; this is drawn up
slowly when a tug is felt, and sometimes
as many as two or three crabs are seen to
be clinging to the bait. The crab net
soon lands these in the boat and the bait
is again dropped. The man with the net
is a busy fellow on an excursion of this
kind, as he keeps going from one part of
the boat to another in answer to "Oh,
I've got one, hurry up, he'll get away!"
and sometimes all speaking at once, and
then when emptying the net the crab
happens to fall outside the box and goes
scurrying among the fair fishers it is
worse than a mouse, if anything could be
more frightful.

To those who are not afraid of sea-
sickness, the ocean is their proper place:
here one is almost always sure to find
good fishing, and if the blue fish are run-
ning he has rare sport indeed. Embark-
ing at the inlet or mouth of the bay in
one of the pretty little yachts always at

the pier he is soon over the bar (sand)
and on the bounding deep. A fleet of
these fishing boats with their beautiful
sails all set and bending to the breeze is
indeed a grand sight.

Of course the principal attraction is the
bathing. About ten o'clock in the morn-
ing the bathers commence to don their
suits, and to those who have never seen
men and women in their bathing suits
the sight is a very interesting one. There
is nothing immodest in the appearance of
the average bather, yet their suits are so
arranged as to afford a free and perfect
movement while in the water. Some
ladies who do not care to bathe like their
appearance so well in bathing costume
that they change their garments during
bathing hours and parade up and down
the beach and lay around on the sand
sunning themselves, and seem to enjoy
this hugely.

There are a number of large establish-
ments with retiring rooms where bathing
suits can be hired, 25 cents being the
usual charge. The regular bathers have
suits of their own, which are taken care
of by the bath house where they rent
their rooms. During the bathing hours
there are boats just beyond where it is
safe for the bathers to venture, warning
the reckless ones and ready in case any-
one's strength gives out to carry them
safely to land. While there have been
cases of drowning at this beach, it is very
seldom that persons who take ordinary
precautions are in the least danger. In-
toxicated individuals or those who on
account of their swimming abilities go
into deep water and then get frightened
are generally the suiTerers. Bathing is a
most exhilarating pleasure; thousands of
people are to be seen in the surf at one
time and thousands are on the beach
looking on. By one o'clock most of the
throng adjourn to their hotels for dinner.

The board walk, which extends the en-
tire length of the ocean front and is about
20 feet wide, is next the scene of activity,
and from four o'clock until long after
dusk has set in this promenade iscrowded
with all the youth and beauty of the
city; the crowds flock here to see and be
seen. On one side of the promenade is
the ocean and the pier, which extending
out some 1000 feet, is a delightful place
to while away a few hours. On this is
also a large pavilion, with a fine orches-
tra, where those who so desire can trip
the light fantastic. The main avenues,
which run parallel to the ocean, are hap-
pily named; they are called Pacific, At-
lantic, Arctic and Baltic, and the cross
streets are named after the states of the
Union.

Electric cars on Atlantic avenue run
the full length of the city from the inlet
at the upper end to the railroad excur-
sion house at the lower end, (or one 5-
cent fare, and connection is here made
with another electric line to Longport,
some 7 miles further down the beach, for
5 cents more. This road is built as near
the ocean as possible; the cars are all
opjn, making the ride a delightful one.

All these attractions are to be seen by
the average visitor in common with the
members of the S. A. F., but when the ad-
vantages to be gained from the conven-
tion are considered what members arc
there who will go away saying they were
not glad they came? And there has not
been a word said about the bowling
match; well, there will be something to
say about this event next week, in fact
we hope all about it. By tie way, the
"Bard" has been a bit off in his rolling
recently, and the picture in last week's
issue accounts for it; it is an excellent

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The American Florist.

July 26,

likeness, and his whole manner illustrates
most forribly the energy he puts into
everything he does, especially poetry. If
we might suggest, whea the "ode" is pub-
lished would it not be well to have it
illustrated?

There was a match at the alleys one
night the past week which afforded some
people a great deal of gratification. The
"scrub" is a fairly good team, but then
they can't keep up the pace, for they are
only "scrubs." K.

Toronto.

The Electoral District Society's annual
flower show held on the 18th, 19th and
20th inst. was as regards quantity and
quality of plants the best that has yet
been held. With such a lot of well grown
plants of ad sizes some grand effects
might have been made if only a little
taste had been displayed, but the same
old style we have been accustomed to for
ages past prevailed and no one appeared
to have a soul above a clump or two of
palms in the middle of the hall and a bor-
der of stove and greenhouse plants
straight up and down each side, stood as
called out in schedule order. I will ac-
knowledge that it is a difficult job to do
so much work in so short a time, but
there are alwaj'S willing helpers on hand
and if only the superintendent had his
plans well laid out beforehand and stuck
to them the chaos would soon be reduced
to order. As things are now exhibitors
and their helpers are waiting about doing
nothing half the time. One man I know
of— there may have been more — had his
exhibit at the hall at S a. m. and could
not put it into position until 3:30 p. m.
Surely in these enlightened days some
better way of managing these things
could be devised and carried out. It is
not a pleasant duty for me to find fault
but in face of general complaints on all
sides I consider it right and in the best
interest of all concerned that the matter
should l)e ventilated.

After this little "divarshun" everything
will be lovely and smooth sailing.

The judges of plants were Messrs. Wm.
Scott and Wm. Belsey of Buffalo, and of
cut flowers and designs Messrs. F. G.
Foster, of Hamilton, and Professor
Cowell, of Buffalo, and I am bound to say
that this "Iwo judge plan" appeared to
work most beautifully all round, and I
heard no remarks that could be twisted
into the shape of a genuine kick. Of
course in design work there is always
room for difference of opinion and taste,
but even there it was hardly possible for
the judges to do otherwise than they did.
And really I think some of this work was
the best I have icen in this city, a large
elar on a base by Messrs. Tidy & Son
being almost if not quite f»crfcction in the
art. This firm took firsts for three other
designs and a bouquet of roses all put up
in the l>c«t style, and yet strange to sny
1 saw another lK)uquct of yellow and red
rosea made by this same firm tied up with
a broad blue riblion.

Dinner tabic decoration did not come
out well, the first prize going to n center-
piece of Meteor roses and nllnmanda with
the ct cctcrns — ;iltogcther too gaudv.
The only ')thcr did not come up to sched-
ule *|ircificritions and wuh ruled out, al-
though in l)cttcr tnslc.

Stove and greenhouse plants, ferns
ond pnlms ii where Toronto comes out
strong. The principal exhibitors were
John Chaml)cr», Hxhiliition I'lirk; Wm.
Houston, CentrnI I'rison; Cleo. Kcevts,
Reservoir I'nrk; JocGrnham, The Asylum;
A. Macphcrson, gardener toCol. Swcncy;

R. Marshall, gardener to Sir Casimir
Gzowski; Manton Bros., Eglinton; Jno.
Cotterill, Deer Park; W. J. Laing, Huron
street; Mr. Chambers taking the lion's
share of first prizes and Mr. Houston
coming next. A big specimen of Maranta
zebriua grown by Mr. Chambers was
the largest, best grown and marked plant
I ever saw; his fancy caladiums were also
very fine, but placed in a very bad posi-
tion; in fact all his plants exhibited this
year were in the very pink of condition
and reflect great credit on the man who
cared for them, Mr. Fred Bromham. Air.
Houston's tree fern, Dicksonia antarctica,
which was from the Australian exhibit at
the World's Fair last year, was a great
attraction; it has an S foot stem and a
fine healthy head of fronds. His Sabal
Andersoni palm which figured promi-
nently in the Ontario exhibit at the Fair
was also in evidence, but as it has reached
the glass in the house where it is at home
some of the leaves are slightly damaged,
so that it had to take a second place.
Many other old World's Fair friends
were also to be seen. A specimen Bou-
gainvillea speciosa about six feet high
and five feet through in a 2-gallon pot,
covered with bloom, was shown by Mr.
Geo. Vair not for competition and was
quite a feature.

The cut flower exhibit was very large
and showy and the tables were always
well patronized, the exhibits of sweet peas
being specially attractive and beautiful.
Mr. Scott brought over a magnificent lot
of American Beauty roses and took a first
prize with them.

The attendance was less than usual the
first two days, owing probably to the
extreme heat and counter attractions.
Two days have formerly been enough but
an extra day was decided on this year.

Mr. Jos. Spring, formerly of Toronto,
now over the palm house at Schenley
Park, Pittsburg, was a visitor and was
warmly welcomed by the boys.

About 4,000 Baptists are in convention
here now from all over the continent.

A spray of Cereus triangularis with
four blooms close together on the one
stem was a beautiful sight one night last
week. E.

New York.

The long drought and torrid weather
were checked, permanently it is hoped, by
the coming of the welcome rain on Satur-
day afternoon, July 21. There was a
steady downpour of water for a couple
of hours, and a storm was never more wel-
come. The temperature, which had been
holding up in the nineties for several days,
took a sudden tumble, and has been l)e-
having rationally ever since. The effect
of the dry season on outdoor vegetiition
has been generally severe. Carnations,
however, in the field seemed to revel in it,
and reports from various directions show
that carnations have never looked hctter
at this date than they do this season,
many growers asserting that the plants
of some varieties are already as large as
they were at the time they were taken
into the houses last fall.

There is very little being dcjne in the cut
flower trade. I"or American Beauty,
Meteor and the large white roses there is
n fair demand, with prospects of increase,
but for all ritlier roues iiiiil ;ill other stock
there is no outlet at present. Pink roses
arc particularly slow. The only excep-
tion to this rule is Testout, which when
good seems to find a fair market. But
there are but few growers who are get-
sing it good, and "when it is bad it is
horrid." American Beauty seems to l>c

the great summer favorite. That "it's
an ill wind that blows nobody good" is
well exemplified by the orders for Beauty
which are beginning to come in from New-
port, where the hail storm put a tem-
porary quietus on the rose crop.

There is entirely too much stock being
grown at present for the summer con-
sumption. Five years ago there was not
as much stock sent to this market in a
whole week as comes in one day now.
To show this it is only necessary to men-
tion that on one day (July 21) there came
to one firm (Burns & Raynor) no less
than 22,650 roses and 8,660 bunches of
sweet peas, enough to supply three or
four cities it would seem. Sweet peas are
despised and rejected even by the Greeks,
who will not take them for a gift, hardly.
Fifty to sixty cents per hundred bunches
is about the best price they will bring,
and there are twenty-five sprays in a
bunch as a rule.

Ernst Asmus is one of the few growers
who can anddo growand handle Testout
so as to make it a desirable summer rose.
He is very successful with it, and regards
it as one of the best. His plants are full
of buds with long and strong stems. His
houses are all planted and ready for the
coming season. Beauty, Testout and
Meteor are the only varieties of which he
has planted an increased stock. The beds
which he prepared with so much labor
and expense last year, with bottom heat
and foundation of broken stone, have all
been discarded and their place taken by
regulation benches, to which Mr. Asmus
proposes to confine himself in the future.

There is rejoicing in two of the leading
retail stores just now. Thorley's cashier,
Mr. Brown, found a pair of twins wait-
ing to greet him when he went home the
other day, and "Butler's boy" Joe of the
second generation has arrived and settled
down to business.

John A. Scollay hasjust completed and
set up the first new boiler under his new
patent. A new idea in hot water circula-
tion has been introduced, which the man-
ufacturers claim will prove a great ad-
vantage in greenhouse heating.

Burns & Raynor have added an im-
mense safe to their office equipment as a
proof of their faith in the future of the
commission business.

Jas. Ilart is giving his establishment a
thorough renovating.

Chicago.

The rumors circulated the e.irly part
of the week regarding some impending
failures had a most depressing effect on
the market. We are sorry to sav that
these rumors were liitcr proved comet by
the suspension of two well known estab-
lishments, namely that of P. J. Ilaus-
wirtli the middle of the week, and of J.
T. Anthony, who made an assignment on
Saturday last. We hope that the embar-
rassment of these two houses is only tem-
poral y, .'ind tli.'it matters may be
arranged for resumpticni .it an early date.

Still there is nothing sutliciently alarm-
ing in the present state of alVairs to call
for heroic measures. The, we hope, tem-
porary susiKUsioii of the last firm has
positively no bearing on the wholesale
trade, since the reljition of this house
towards the wholesale iiieii was not that
of a debtor, but on the coiitr.'iry ii credi-
tor. Nevertheless wholesale men are ex-
tremely cireful as regards the extension
of credits, and in fact most transactions
nt)w arc m.idc on a cash basis.

The retail men on the other hand have
Iwen extremely conservative buyers for
weeks past, and show no inclination to

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FUNERAL WREATHS OP SUMMER FLOWERS.

incur obligations. Few houses carry
more than one or two hundred roses at
most in stock. Under the present condi-
tion of trade this seems to be the wisest
plan, but it doesn't buoy up the market
and as a consequence things are exceed-
ingly flat.

But even in the midst of the dullest sea-
son there is always a feeling of hopeful-
ness which keeps the trade from total
collapse. Just now everybody is looking
forward towards fall and a consequent
revival of business.

As a sign that not every one connected
with the business takes a gloomy view of
the situation we might note that such
men as Bassett & Washburn and a num-
ber of others which we shall mention later
have made extensive improvements in
and additions to their establishments.
This firm has added ten more houses to
their already extensive plant. These
houses were built early this spring and
are devoted to roses. All the houses are
20 feet wide and about one-half are 125
feet long and the rest 170 feet. In addi-
tion to the above seven more houses will
be built this summer. This last addition
is intended for the growing of summer
roses next season. With these houses
complete this establishment will figure up
the respectable total of 200,000 square
feet of glass, devoted almost exclusively
to rose growing.

Mr. Phil Schuetz will soon build at
Ravenswood a range of five houses, each
125 feet long, for vegetr.ble growing.
The plant will contain 12,000 feet of
glass.

Mr. W. L. Morris of DesMoines, la.,
was in the city last Monday and Tues-
day.

Buffalo.

If the business hasn't improved the
weather has, and *^he torrid spell has
broken. We have been better off than
some cities, for we have had a good rain
just about the time we were ready to
grumble. There is little doing except for
departed friends. The untimely death of
our late postmaster called for some
elaborate pieces of floral work last week.

Lilium auratum and L. lancifolium in
variety are gettmg plentiful, and very
useful they are, and up todatenonegoing
to waste. There are still some fine carna-
tions coming in from Corfu, Lancaster,
and Hamburg. The variety Wm. Scott is
easily the best of them, and has proved
to be not only an early bloomer but con-
tinuous. A bench of it at Corfu holding
only 375 plants has flowered from Octo-
ber 1 up to date. When last the writer
saw it, about July 11, the bench was a
sight. Plants as green as at Christmas,
flowers 2V2 inches across, with stems 30
inches long, and standing up as thick and
stiflas a field of rye, and so it has been
since it was planted. I have no interest
in extolling the good qualities of this
wonderful variety beyond letting my
brethren know of them, for compara-
tively few grew it this past season. Fifty
of them were sent to the Toronto flower
show the past week to compete for a
prize, and there was nothing near it, and
they grow good flowers in that neighbor-
hood too. Anyone who will persist in still
growing Grace Wi.der the next season
must do so out of prejudice or ignorance.

There was a mixed delegation of
Bufl'alonians over to see the mid-summer
show in the beautiful city of Toronto.

They comprised Mr. and Mrs. C. F.
Christenson and several lady friends.
Prof. Cowell, Wm. Belsey and W. S. In
fine plants the show was most excellent.
Ferns, palms andgeneralstove andgreen-
house plants especially. The display of
fruit though not large, was fine. In designs
and cut flowers the exhibits were scarcely
up to former years. But if there were no
flower show the ride across the placid
bosom of Ontorio and the hearty welcome
of the Toronto men and its concomitants
are worth far more than the journey
costs. We were Vair-ry sorry to leave
them, but business called us home.

Mr. Samuel Burns, manager of the
Thomas W. Weathered's Sons firm was
here last week; we were greatly pleased
with his exposition of now to heat a green-
house, and believe he knows how, and in
his informal talk he makes you think you
are attending a Scotch picnic.

The Niagara Hotel has again changed
gardeners. They are building six orseven
fine houses. Lord & Burnham are putting
them up, which guarantees they will be
"about so." Mr. Lewis has had fourteen
gardeners in eight years, and if he had
Sir Joseph Paxton he would have been
pronounced "mcompetent" after a few
months. A Mr. Fitzpatrick from the east
is the latest incumbent, and we will give
him the usual time, about six months.
We wish him better luck, and trust he
may have it, but, 'tis hoping'against fate.

W. S.

Baltimore.

There was such a slim attendance at
the last club meeting that a motion to
meet only once a month until October met
jvith no opposition whatever. The whole
character of the meeting was rather list-
less, and no one seemed to care to enter
into a debate of any kind. The nuptials
of Mr. Thos. Patterson and Miss Vanzant
were discussed, and all united in wishing
them a happy and prosperous future.
The announcement of a similar occurrence
in the near future near Belair and North
avenues excited some surprise, as the
groom in prospective, from some un-
known reason, was not looked upon as a
candidate for hymeneal honors.

Business is very slack, and perhaps the
boys have not enough to do to keep them
out of mischief, hence these breaks in the
ranks of the bachelors.

Mr. C. G. Hahn, of 1345 South Charles
street and North Eutaw street, is erecting
greenhouses at Embla Park.

Mr. M. A. Hantske has leased several
lots near Govanstown and will remove
his entire business from Hampden shortly.

Mr. Chas. Feast has been taken into
the firm ofSam'l Feast & Sons as partner.

Sales of plants are not, and the sales of
cut flowers that are, are very few and far
between, to say nothing of the prices,
which are very low.

As the club has taken no action to se-
cure rates to Atlantic City a number of
the members are working up a little ex-
cursion of their own.

Mr. E. A. Seidewitz has moved to No.
36 W. Lexington street, a few doors east
of his old stand.

There seems a hopeless difference of
opinion on the spring plant trade, one
member of the club claiming it was better
than last year. The majorit3' hold a
difli'ercnt view though, and some even put
the falling ofi'as high as 20 or 25 percent,
which is doubtless an extravagant figure,
as 10 per cent would mean a very serious
reduction in one's gross sales.

There are rumors about already of a
rival chrysanthemum show again this
fall. Mack.

1236

The American Florist,

July 26,

Sweet Peas Under Glass.

We present herewith engravings from
two photographs sent us by Mr. Fritz
Bahr, of Ardslcy, N. V. Regarding the
photographs Mr. Bahr writes:

"The 6rst picture represents a day's
shipment of 1,800 cut blooms of Blanche
Ferry cut from a bench Sx60. The second
picture shows a bunch ready for market .
The seeds from which these plants were
grown was planted on the 6th to the9th
of October, 1893, in 3-inch pots, placing
about three to four seeds in a pot. The
pots were kept in a deep cold frame until
December 10, when the little plants were
planted out in benches, three inches apart
in rows and eighteen inches between
rows. The first flowers were cut April
2, and from that date they kept on
blooming until the first ones from the
outside were ready to be cut. I gave the
new sweet pea Emily Henderson a trial
inside but cannot see any difference be-
tween that kind and the Queen of Eng-
land. Butterfly does very well for forcing,
but for all round work 1 should say that
Blanche Ferry beats them all."

Boston.

This part of the country is experiencing
the most severe drought on record. The
entire rainfall since June 1 would not
make more than one good shower alto-
gether, and all outdoor vegetation is suf-
fering greatly. Manj' large trees are
dropping their leaves and the foliage on
others is shrivelled up on the stems, while
the grass everywhere is as brown as it
can be. Unless a change comes very soon
the loss on trees, shrubs and fruit will be
heavy.

The extreme dullness heretofore noted
in the flower business still continues.
While the quantitv of stock coming in is
very small it is still far more than the
market requires. It is kept in the refrig-
erator for a while and then much of it
goes to the dump. A few asters arc be-
ginning to come in, but with an abund-
ance of fine carnations in the market
there is but little demand for them.

Mr. Warren Ewell and tamily are so-
journing for a brief period at "The Break-
ers," Mr. Ed. Hatch's cottage by the sea
at Scituate. With characteristic gener-
osity Mr. I-wcll invited a number of his
florist friends with their wives to spend a
day with him. The occasion was in all
respects commensurate with Boston's
reputation for such jollifications. Ivvcry-
body agrees that Warren "knows how to
do it."

Miss M. S. Newman, formerly of Bos-
ton, but now of St. Louis, is here for a
few week's vacation, accompanied by
Miss Armstrong, daughter of I.uthcr
Armstrong of St. Louis. This is Miss
Armstrong's first visit to the Hub, and
•he is evidently enjoying the delicious ex-
perience to the fullest extent.

Another case of first {xpcricrcc was
that of .Mr. John Kaynor and wifcof New
York, who honored us with a one day's
visit on July I'J. John promises to stay
longer next time.

Flatbush, Lon^ Island.

With the thermometer ranging from
97' to 100'' in the shade, the ground
parched up and mos(|uitos abundant and
Toracions, the lot of the I'lntbush grower
baa not been of the plcnnnntcst descrip-
tion recently, and his rrgular hourly tank
of hunting the goats xfl his preserves has
been performed with less than usual
amiability. In spite of these drnwbnckn.

BUNCH OF BLANCHE PERRY SWEET PEAS.

however, the Flatbush boys have found
time anil inclination to make extensive
preparations to put a bowling team into
the field, which it is expected will be able
to give the contestants at Atlantic City
a shaking up which will not be forgotten.

.Mr. 1'. liruno Mtissncr has gone with
his family to the Catskills, and ilia plijis-
nnt to know that his health is rapidly
improving. .\1r. ("fUB Hergmann lias jtisl
rilurncd from the same resort. This gen-
tleman did not take his family with him.
I'lowcr business being dull he is tempora-
rily interested in saddle horses.

J. A. Scflam, formerly engaged in forcing
vegetables, has joined the r.inks r)f the
flower growers, and his houses will here-
after l>e devoted to the cultiviilion of
roses, carnations and violets. Mis soil is
is said to tie the finest in I'latbush; cer-
tainly finer carnations were never seen in
the fielil than his are todnv. An electric

pump with a capacity of 1200 gallons
per hour supplies water for thiscstablish-
ment.

Dailledou/c Bros, found their yellow
c.Trnalion Haron Kothschild (Houton
d' Or ) exceedingly dillKult to propagate
at the end of the season, .-iiul were unable
to fill a l;irge pari of the late orders
which came in for rooted cuttings. This
variety has been noted as a slow propa-
gator before.

The only greenhouse building in Flat-
bush this season is being done by Daillc-
douzc Hros. and Wockcr Bros., they each
having rebuilt one hius?.

Oeo licnnelt has between 30,000 ]and
•10,0110 fiiK- c.-iriintions in the field.

St. Louis.

Everything remains quiet, there being
nothing outside of funeral work being

i8g4.

The American Florist.

1237

A DAYS CUT OF SWEET PEAS PROM A BENCH 8X60.

done, and as a result only white and light
flowers are called for, and that in very
limited quantities.

A. Y. Ellison , d uring the absence of his fa-
ther in the east, has given the store an over-
hauling and has everything re-arranged
in excellent shape for the coming season.
He reports that the largest order heard
of for sometime was one filled by Mr.
Alex. Waldbart recently. The committee
appointed by the Bowling Club have pur-
chased six new balls and will have them
on hand for the bowling contest at the
Highlands. The picnic to be held there
on the 25th from present inrtications
promises to be a most successful affair.
The prizes are as follows: Hat, value
$3.50; gold scarf pin, croquet set, cane,
gold link cuff buttons, 2 pocket knives,
league ball and bat, silver cake stand, fan,
and for the bowling contest — highest in-
dividual score, gold watch chain; highest
average, silk umbrella; lowest score, pair
silver buckle garters. R. F. T.

Pittsfield, Mass.

The regular meeting of the Berkshire
County Gardeners' and Florists' Club
was held on Thursday evening, July 12,
and was well attended. Considerable
business was transacted; the constitution
and by-laws having been revised and
altered, were approved by the club. Two
new members were elected, and two new
names were proposed.

.\ letter was read from the Lenox Hort-
icultural Society inviting the members of
the club to Lenox on Saturday evening,
July 21, to help them celebrate the occu-
pancy of their new hall, and to have a
good social time generally. The invita-
tion was accepted by a hearty vote of
thanks to the Lenox Society for their
kind invitation.

Two of our promising youne members,
Mr. Gordon Mc.Vrthur and Mr. Ernest
Bennett gave the club a plcisant surprise
by providing a very substantial lunch.

and good cigars in abundance; besides
this Mr. McArthur amused the members
by reading a very humorous letter from
his cousin in Ireland. Considering what
dry sticks we are here as a general thing,
it is supremely funny to witness how
ridiculously laughable we become when
touched in the right spot.

Vice-President White gave a very inter-
esting talk on the old fashioned way of
growing chrysanthemums and the method
of renewing and replenishing the English
conservatories with a constant show of
seasonable flowering plants. A hearty
vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Mc-
Arthur and Mr. Bennett for their enter-
tainment. W. M. Edwards, Sec'y.

Cleveland.

Some of the growers will begin housing
their carnations next week, which are
looking very fine this early in the season,
especially Daybreak, which takes the lead
in sturdiness and rapid growth. All
varieties are promising and the outlook
for a good crop of flowers in the early
fall is encouraging. Last year nearly all
the florists in this section were behind
hand with their carnations, in conse-
quence the first good crop of bloom was
delayed till the middle of December.

The first shipments of Harrisii has been
received some time ago and planted. This
is much earlier than usual, and the
chances are that all of us will be well
supplied with lilies next Christmas, and
prices take quite a tumble. Last year
there was only one or two growers who
were fortunate enough to have Harrisii
during the holidays, the result was the
wholesale price was fixed at $20 per hun-
d red and counting every sma 11 green bud at
that. With one voice every florist declared
he would have Harrisii next Christmas,
and so they will.

At the Edwards-Otis wedding recently
a neat house decoration was done with
plants of adiantum, the walls and man-
tels in places being banked from floor to
leiling, relieved in places with bunches of
white Japan lilies. The effect was cool
and pleasing for a mid-summer wedding.

In the trades display in the procession
on the Fourth the florists of the city were
in line with a large float highly decorated
with plants and cut flowers representing
floriculture. L, F. D.

Kansas City, Mo.

Mr. G. M. Kellogg of Pleasant Hill has
just completed a new range of houses of
which two houses 19x100 are devoted to
Beauties, one 19x100 to Brides and
Bridesmaids, one of same size to Day-
break carnations, three 10x100 to violets,
two 10x100 to chrysanthemums, and one
of same size to hybrids. The old range
consists of 12 houses of roses, one of
carnations, one of smilax, one of palms
and ferns and several small houses for
forcing bulbs. Mr. Kellogg heats by
steam, using four boilers, ot which two
are 40 and two 30 horse power. Includ-
ing his new range he now has a total of
about 60,000 feet of glass and has been
in the business only five years. Mr. Kel-
logg is also in the ice and vegetable busi-
ress verv extensively, besidesowning and
operating a large canning factory. His
next move, he says, is to have about five
acres of bottom land made into a large
pond, and stock it with fish, so that he
can invite his friends to a little fishing.
He also says that he is going to Atlantic
City to have a good time, as are also
some of the Kansas City boys.

S. Murray.

1238

The American Florist.

July 26^

Coming Exhibitions.

Atlantic t'lTv. N. .1.— Tnidt- exhibition Society

of Anii*ric!iti Florists, ti. C Waison, Sup'tof

exhibition. 1025 Arcli St.. Philadelphia. I'a.
Lenox. Mas^s.. Sppt. 4-6. Annual exhibition

Lenox Ilort. StxMety. A. H. Winsrett. Sec'y.
Boston. Sept. 5-6. Annual exhibition of pliints

and flowers Mass. Hort. Society.
Chicago, Nov. 3-11. Chrysauthemum show Hort.

Society of Chicago." W. C. Egan, Sec'y. 620

Dearborn Ave.
Newport, R. I.. Nov. 6-8. Chrysanthemum show

Newport Hort. Society. * Alex MacLelhin.

Sec'y. Ru«:»;les Ave,
Boston" Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show Mass.

Hort.Societv, Robt! Mauning, Sec'y, Horti-
cultural Hall.
Pittsfield. Mass.. Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum

show Berkshire Countv Gardeners' and Flo-
rists' Club, W. M. "Edwards. Secv, 103

Howard St.. Pitlsfield.
St. Lons, Mo.. Nov. 6-9. Chrysanthemum show

St, Louis Florists" Club. E. Schray. Sec'y.

4I0I Pennsylvania Ave,
Ixdiaxapolis.Inu., Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Society of Indiana Florists.' ^V, G. Ber-

terniann. Sec'y, 37 Massachusetts Ave.
Philadelphia. Pa. .Nov. 6-10. Chrysanthemum

show Pennsylvania Hort. Societ.v. 1>. D. L.

Farson, Sec'y. Horticultural Hall" Broiul Si.
Denveh. Colo.. Nov. 7-10, Chrysanlhenunn sliow

Denver Florists' Club. Adam Kohankic, Sec v.

L.B. 375. .So. Denver. Colo,
Providence. R. I., Nov, 8-10. Chrvsanthemum

show RhrKle Island Hort. Society. C. W.

Smith. Sec'y. 61 Westminster St.
Montreal, Nov. 12-14. Chrvsanthemum show

Montreal Gardeners* and Florists' Club. Fred

Bennett. Sec'y, 62 AylmerSt,
Baltimore. Nov". 12-17' Chrysanthemum show

tJanJeni-rs' Club of Baltimore. Win. Mc-

Ro!>*Tts, Jr., S«'ry. 304 W. Madison St.
Worcester, Mass.. Nov. 13-1.5, Chrysanthemum

show Worcester County Ilort. Society. Edw,

W. Lincoln. Sec'y.
Toronto. Ont.. Nov.' . Chrysanthemum show

Toronto Gardeners' and Florists' Ass'n. A. H.

Ewin^r. Sec'y, 85 Carlton St.
SpRiNGFiELn. Mass.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show IlaniiKlen County Hort. Societv. W. F.

Gale, Secv. 23 John St,
Milwaukee. \Vis.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Milwaukee Florists' Club. A. Klokncr,

Sec'y, 219 Grand Ave.
Hamilton. Ont.. Nov. . Chrysanthemum

show Hamilton Agric. Society.' Walter H.

Bruce, Sec'y.
(Secretaries \s\X\ confer a favor by supplying:
dates a» soon as decided U|>on. We shall be *^iad
to know of any further shows decidt-d upon and
not iii<*Uide<l in our list, even if )>\]H;t date is not
yet detcrniiiif^.J

l7ocoid RoCdi^.

OCALA, Fla.— Mr. P. J. Hjort. the flo-
riflt, will soon remove to Thomasvillc,
Ga.

WiLLiMAXTic. Conn.— J. C. Bill is build-
ing H new house, 100 tect long, on Cot-
tage Place,

WisxiiKNiJO.s. Mass.— James Suther-
land. Jr.. is making extensive additionsto
bis greenhouses.

I'lTTsni-RG.— A. M. and J. B. Murdoch
arc builfjini; two "-foot lean-to additions
to one ofthrir 150-foot bouses.

CiiAMPAiON, III— On the 9th inst. .\Ir,
and Mrs. Thos. Franks celebrated the
25th anniversary of their marriage.

Df-hMoisbs, Ia.— We have had no real
good rain since April nnd the country is
all dried up. Crop* are seriously injured.

Nkwpokt, K. I.— In last issue the loss
of W. Bulhr M: Son by hail shrjuld luive
been printed 1,500 lights o! glnsn and
not 15.000.

Mo.ST Ci.Aik. N. J — K Imunfl Willinnm,
the well known hrfrttculturist and prrni-
dcnt of the .S*. J. State Morticulturfil
Society died July 1 2, aged *j-t- years.

QiiMCV, III— An effort is l>eing mndc
to secure the passage through the cfjuncil
of an apprr»|iriiition of $.5,000 for the
creation of a park for the south side.

Hotels at Atlantic City, N. J.

The committee have obtained from the United States, the largest hotel, a special
rate of $2.50 per day for each person where two or more occupy one room, and $3,00
a day with one person in a room, and a guarantee that they can accommodate 400
guests. From at least one-half the rooms there is an ocean view, and broad piazzas
surround the hotel, from which can be seen an ever moving panorama. There are
also many other hotels and cottages who have promised the committee they will
make room for the deleea^es, which list, with prices, is given below.

NAME.

Albemarle,

Amole.

Aidiuore,

Baltimore Villa,

Belle\iew,

Brevoort.

By-t he-Sea.

Carlyle.

CUftou,

Edgewater,

Castlemere,

Epwoith,

Glenville,

Hewitt.

Berkeley,

Elberson.

Hoffman,

Welliugton.

Wiltshire,

Lehman,

Lelaude.

Louella.

Monterey.

Ocean Villa,

Park Cottage.

Raymond,

Saratoga,

Upton,

Vinedole.

Windsor,

Fray more,

Brighton,

Dennis,

Shelburne.

Haddon Hall.

Chalfonte.

Kenilworth.

United States,

The Stratford,

PROPRIETOR.

C. E. Cope,
Mrs. S C. Amole,
Mrs. Story.
Mrs. Hallahau,
Mrs. McClure,
Mr. Nortis,

Mrs. Hotine,
Mrs. Cope,
Miss Parkenson,
Mrs. M. Muldune,
M. M. Downs,
Mrs. Hopkins,
W. S. Ives,
Bew Bros.
Mrs. M. J. Eckert,
Mrs. Calloway,
H. S. Milnur.

SITVATIOX.

Cor. Virginia & Faci6c Aves.
21 South, South Carolina Ave.
U16 South, Virginia Ave.
11^0 South. Tennessee Ave.
Ocean End New Jersey Ave.
IS South, South Carolina Ave.
Cor. Mass. & Pacific Ave.
102 South, So. Carolina Ave.
Cor. Atlantic & Conn. Aves.
12.'i South. So Carolina Ave.
1U6 South, So. Carolina Ave.
121 South, So. Carolina Ave.
South Tennessee Ave.
29 South Pennsylvania Ave,
Ocean End Kentucky Ave.
Cor. Tenn. & Paci6c Aves.
South Pennsylvania Ave.
South Kentucky Ave.

E.L. Chandler & Co. South Virginia Ave,

114 Sou h Penna. Ave.

Mass. Ave. and Ocean,

l;^ South Tennes,see Ave.

Virginia Ave, Ocean End,

So Carolina & Paci5c,

iy02 Pacific Ave.

South Virginia Ave,

South Carolina Ave.

South Tennessee Ave.

South Pennsylvania Ave.

South Illinois Ave.

South Illinois Ave.

South Indiana Ave.

South Micnigan Ave.

South Michigan Ave.
Leeds & Lippincott. North Carolina Ave.
Mrs. Roberts & Son, North Carolina Ave.
Mrs. Grubb, Kentucky Ave. Beach End,

J. S. Davis, Maryland & Pacific Aves.

^European plan), Beach End Kentucky Ave.

Miss Lehman,
S. Wagner,
Mrs. Car\'er.
E- K Newcomet.
Mrs. Schemberger,
M. B. Walker,
Mrs. M. D. Evai s.
Mrs. S. A. Haines,
Mrs. Fothergill,
Mrs. Frambes,
G. Waters & Son.
W. W. Green & Co.
F. Hensley & Son,
Joseph Barton,
J. W. Southwick,

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51 60, S2 & J2.60 per day; li-i rooms .

Saginaw, Mich.— The Union street rail-
way has decided to create a public park
on Its line, and expend $15,000 on same,
with the object of stimulating traffic.

Tamaroa, III — The Tamaroa Nursery
Co. has been incorporated with a capital
stock of $5,000. W. H. Arndtis president
and Clyde Curlee secretary and treasurer.

Madison, Wis.— The Madison Nursery
Co. has been incorporated with a capital
stock of $10,000. The incorporators are
J. A. Tormey, Chas. Nelson and B. M.
Bruce.

Harrisburg, Pa.— Mrs. Sar.ih Badger,
widow of the late William E. Badger,
has left the city, leaving many debts un-
paid. Quite a number of the florists are
caught, some for considerable sums.

Delaware, ().— Mr. Jas. II. Cunning-
ham, the florist, is now president ])ro
tcm of the city council and is also chnir-
man of the council finance and city hall
committees. He represents the second
ward.

SciiKNi-CTAny, N. Y.— The Schenectady
Refleclof of June 2H gives a description of
the estnblist-mcnt of .Mr. J. V.. Felthousrn
the florist, from which "c le.irn that Mr.
I'clthoustn has C)ver LS, (100 feet of glass
and that he is also f|iiiit heavily in fruits,
having H acres devoted to fruit.

Wilmington, Del.— Spring plant trade
was about one-filth less than last year.
Avcrat'c retail price o( 1 iiuli giT.'iiiiiims
was .$1 a dozen. ColkitioMS about as
u«unl. I'lantSHold very cheap this year.
Mr. Istiac llaylis has started in the busi-
ness and is building some houscB.

DANvri.i.i;. III.- Mr. P. O.Walker has
bought the .Maple Hill I'loral C'o's.green-
hoiiHc and grounds and will continue
Slime undir the title of Logan Avenii-
(■.rcenhou«(H, with .Mr. It. li. Wadswortli
in charge. S|K-cinltieH will be made of
new iK'largoniums, ivy leaf geraniums

and carnations. They are putting in a
large steam pump to supply water for
greenhouse and land.

Bridgeport, Conn. — Spring plant trade
was about 10% less than last year.
Average retail price of 4-irch geraniums
was $1.00 a dozen. More call for gera-
niums and cannas and less for foliage
plants. Collections fair. There has been
considerable cutting in prices. S. E.
Banks has opened a floral store at 318
Main street. The Lomel Floral Co.,
which started up last winter, has failed.

DAViiNPORT, Ia — Referring to the build-
ing operations of Mr. Chas. Dannacher it
should be added that the houses are all
completed and in fact were finished and
planted last May. Tlie short-span to-the-
south house is 20x200, the other is a con-
tinuation of a house 20x100 with three
(lu.-irter span, the long span to the south;
.•mother house is 9x200 with glass parti-
tion in center and jnped so as to regulate
the heat in each division. Mr. Dannacher
has also sunk a deep well and got in soft
water. He has a pump that lifts 60 gal-
lons a minute into a tank 20 feet high.

Detroit.

J. Noel, late of HolznageKt Noel, is now
located at Woo(3mere 1*. (»., in the
suburbs, where he is engaged in growing
(or the Detroit market.

Aiming Detroit florists who contem-
plate adding to their plant this season
are lU-nrd Bros., I'ort street, west. An-
drew I'erguson will erect .'i branch oflice
on WiMls .-ivcnue, in addition to his main
establishinent on I'.-irnsworth street.

Ilelle Isle I 'ark is Wdndertiilly improved
this ve;ir, .ind is a brc.ithing pl.Mce of
which the city is entitled lo lie jiroud.
To those rcmemliering the swampy, un-
kempt look of the place a few years ago
thechaniie is wonderful. There is some
good bedding in the neighborhood of the

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VIEW OP THE ROSE HOUSES OF F. R, PIERSON CO. AT SCARBOROUGH, N. Y.

bathing pavilions and casino, but the
greater part of the island is to be purely
natural, and as much of it is heavily tim-
bered with very fine trees the result is
extremely beautiful. A system of lagoons
or canals, extending the length of the
island, spanned by rustic bridges, and
dotted with tiny islets, is cleverly carried
out; the little islands are all to be planted
naturally. Supt. Ekstrom is to begreatly
congratulated for the improvement
effected within a comparatively short
time.

Famous Orchids.

A writer in the London Graphic, speak-
ing of costly orchids, mentions fifteen
plants in various collections which may be
roughly calculated as representing a value
£2000 or $10,000. These are— "1, Mas-
devallia Harryana Gravesiae, belonging
to Mr. Graves, Orange, New Jersej-, U. S.
A., and for which he is said to have a
standing offer of 500 guineas; 2.Cypripe
dium Sonei platytfenium, of which at
various times Baron Schroder has bought
pieces for £106, £159 125., and £100, and
Sir Trevor Lawrence and Mr. W. Lee
bought one in partnership for £147; 3,
Cypripedium insigne Sanderiana, still
unique, of which bits have been sold for
72 guineas. 100 guineas, and 250guineas;
4, Odontoglossum crispum, Burford
variety; 5, OJontoglossum Pescatorei
Veitc^iianum in the possession of Baron
Schioder; 6. Dendrobium Williamsianum;
7, Vanda cocrulea; 8. Odontoglossum
Williamsianum, probably a natural hy-
brid between 0. granrie and O. Schleiperi-
anum; 9, Dendrobium SanderjE, beyond
price as yet; 10, Vanda Lowi; 11, Aerides
Lawrencire, for which Sir Trevor Law-
rence paid 260 guineas at auction; 12,
Saccolabium Heathi, an albino of the
Fox-brush Orchid, which Mr. Lee sold to

Baron Schrii ler for 157 guineas; 13. Cat-
tleya Mendcli B unti; 14, Cattleya Par-
tlienia, an albino of C. intermedia; and
15, Cattleya speciosissima Sanderiana,
for wh'ch Mr. A. Wilson of Sbeffield paid
100 guineas."

News Items.

Subscribers are requested to report to us any-
thing of trade interest that may take place iu their
vicinity. Where they happen to be uearer to the
following points notes may be forwarded to our
corresponaents there, the name and address of
each being given uelow:

New York .\nd Boston. — W. J. Stewart, 67
Bromfield St., Boston.

Philadklphia.— Robert Kift, 1725 Chestnut St.

Chicago. —Office of publication.

St. Louis. — Robert F. Tesson, West Forest
Park.

Washington.— C. Leslie Reynolds, U. S. Bot-
anic Garden.

ToRONTu —A. H. Ewing, 85 Carlton St.

B.\LTiMORE.— Wm. McRoberts, Jr., 304 W. Madi-
son St.

Buffalo.— Wm. Scott, 479 Main St.

Pittsburg.- A. J. Edmonds, 45 Dithridge St.

Denver.— H. H. Given, Cor. Lincoln and Ala-
meda Sis.

Milwaukee. — C. B. Whitnall, 438 Milwaukee
St.

Cleveland. — L. F. Darnell, 101 Euclid Ave.

Cincinnati.— E. G. Gillett, 131 Walnut St.

I.xdian-\polis. — W. G. Berterraanu, 37 Massa-
chusetts Ave.

A VERY complete exhibition of fruit will
be made at the St. Louis Exposition from
September 5 to October 13, 1894. It
will be in charge of the Missouri State
Plorticultural Society, of which L. A.
Goodman, Westport, is secretary.

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Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago.

HORTICULTURE VS. ENGiyEERiyC.

It seems to us that it behooves our
national organization to take some steps
looking to the placing of horticulture
upon its proper level with the other pro-
fessions, for instance, that of engineering.
It is a notorious fact that in considering
plans for the laying out and maintenance
of parks and public gardens the voice of
the engineer has far more weight than
that of the horticulturist. That this is
fundamentally wrong we believe every
one in the profession will agree.

We are willing to concede to the engi-
neer that his work is of very great impor-
tance, but we must still hold that the
work of the horticulturist is of even
greater value in the creation of a park or
garden that is to be what its name im-
plies. The profession of gardening has
yet to make a considerable advance in
the estimation of the general public before
it receives the consideration to which it
is entitled. People who are ready to ac-
cord due honor to the work of the engi-
neer are altogether too apt to belittle
that of the gardener. They tell you that
to produce a competent engineer requires
a technical education that can be thor-
oughly acquired by comparatively few
men. They make a very decided distinc-
tion between engineers of ability and those
of a lesser degree of merit, but in the case
of the gardener nine times out of ten the
whole profession is placed upon one com-
mon level, and that level is generally that
of the alleged gardener who mows the
grass and mutilates the trees and shrubs
on the grounds of the gentlemen compos-
ing the committee to pass upon the merits
of horticulture as compared with that of
engineering in thccrcation of public parks.
It teems to us that something can be
done through our national organization
to educate the general public to an appre-
ciation of the thorough technical cduc.-i-
tion required to produce a really first-
class gardener. Referring particularly to
the creation of public parks and gardens,
doc« it require any more technical skill to
carry out the engineering than thf plant-
ing, which requires the planter to see in
his mind's eye the picture that the land-
scafic will present, not r)nly inimcdiatcly
after being planted, but also thirty to
6fty years hence? The landsca|)egardener
as wc understand his work, mii<it know
not only what trees anrl shrubs are
adapted to the varied locations in the
garden he is creating but also which will
do well in that particular latitude, and
further he muKt know to what size and
condition each individual H|)ecimen will
develop when it has reached maturity.
He must comhineall these varied cIcinenlH
into first what will create a beautiful
picture forty or fifty years hence, second
(by filling ill other details which are totic
■ubtcgucntly removed a« the final cfTect

NOTHING SUCCEEDS LIKE SUCCESS 'TIS SAID.

Long's Florists' Photographs

have succeeded successfully. Reasons lie back of the case
however. ist. The time was ripe for their introduction.
2nd. Their general get-up commended them to every prac-
tical florist. 3rd. Their finished beauty and character tell a
big story, attractive to those not already using them. See
catalogue, furnished on application to '

DANX B. LONG, PublisheT, Buflfalo, N. Y.,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Gommission Florists,

Phone Main 4508. 64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

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CUT STRINGS a

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Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN.

Iiaurel and Green Festooning, Wreaths, Etc.

SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

grows) one for only twenty-five years
hence, and still work no injury to the
final master-piece. He must not only do
this but he must provi-le details that will
make successive pictures from the time of
the first planting until the final result is
attained. His material is of such achang-
ingcharacter that all the numerous varia-
tions of nature must be provided for;
indeed we cannot conceive of any profes-
sion that calls for a wider knowledge
than does this one.

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the organization and workings of the va-
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will find what you want in our trade di-
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list of carnations incommerccin America,
with name of introducer, date of intro-
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each? You will find such a list in our
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together to one address for $1.7.'>. Send
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©VVRofeAafe Marftet^.

Cut Flowers

New roHK. .July 21.

Roses l.OJ® 3.00

■• per lOCIU S3.WJ@nu.OO

Beanty 2. 00012.00

Carnations.. 6U® l.OU

perlOOO $3.00®$o.OO

Valley 3.00® 4.00

Harrtsll ... . 4.UU® B.OO

Sweet peas, per 100 buncbea .oOc@$1.00

Smllax 6.00®8.00

AsparaKUS 25.00(935.00

Adlantum .750 1.00

BOSTUK. July 21.

Roses, Nlphetos.Gontler ... . l.uuo 3.00

Perle.Sunset I.UO® 3.00

Bride, Mermet 2 00 8.00

Carnations .25® .50

Harrtsll 0 LU® 8.00

Lily of the valley 4 00

Sweet peas, .10

Adlantum 1.00

Smllax. 12.ll0O15.00

Asparagus 50.00

PaiLAr)Ei.pmA. July 21.
2.00

Roses, small

larye teas.
Beauties..

Carnations. ......

Valley

Smllax

Asparaizus.

3.110® 4.00

. 8-IUO15.00

. .50(9 1.50

4.00

lU 00®12.00

mi.w

Harrtsll lilies ... 4.00® 0.00

Sweet peas .50

Cornflower 25® .60

Catileyas 3.j 00040.00

Adlantum 750 1.00

CHICAGO. July 24.

Roses. La France. Meteor 3.00® 4. OO

Kalserin 3.00® 4 00

General assortment, per lOOj. .J5<s*IO

Carnations. lonK. 250 .00

lancles 1.50O2.00

Harrtsll 8. 00

Candldum . . . . 1 .00® 3.00

ST. LODIS, J'lly21.

Roses, Perles, Nlphetos, Wootton 2 00® 3.00

Brtde, Mermet, Bridesmaids.. ..2.0UO3.00

Meteors 2.011O 3.00

LaFrance, Albany, Hoste.. . 2.00® 3.00

Beauty 5 00015.00

Sweetpeas 15® .25

Carnations, long .5dO .75

short .50

Adlantum 1.25

Hollyhocks, asters — .50

Smllax I5.0O

Ferns, common, per 1000 $1 . 25

BUFFALO. July 23.

Roses. Beauties .. 10,00015.00

Mermet. Bride, 3,00® 4.00

Meteor 3 000 4.00

I'erle, Gontler, Hoste 3.00

Cusln 3.00

Carnations, louK 750 1.25

short .60

Auratuui lilies 12 00015.00

LiincllDllum lilies 8.00010.00

Lonf^itlorum " 8.00

Gladiolus 5 00

Sweet peas 25

Valley 3.00

Smllax 1500®20.00

Adlantum 1.25

Asparaijus 50.00

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wo. 2 BEACON STREET,
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AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

D. I. Bl'SBXELL. St. Louis, president: S. E. BRIGGS.
Toronto. Isl vice-president ; A. Ij. lion. 114 Chambers
Btreet, New York, secretary and treasurer.

Howe, Hamilto.v & Grant, seedsmen
of Mioneapolis, burned out July 22.

Springfield, Mass.
The second annual exhibition of the
Hampden Horticultural Society devoted
to sweet peas was held on July 13 and
14. The display was very beautiful and
embraced about every variety in cultiva-
tion, besides many which were now shown
for the first time. Rev. W. T. Hutchins
showed a collection of eighty varieties,
and 0. H. Dickinson, k. M. Spangler, L.
D. Robinson, A. H. Hixon, B. L. Bragg
Co., and others also staged large collec-
tions, in addition to which there were fine
displays of roses, hollyhocks, dahlias, etc.
from several exhibitors.

New Orleans.

The New Orleans Horticultural Society
held the monthly meeting on the 19th at
10 Royal street. The following officers
were elected for the ensuing vear: M.
Cook, oresident; J. H. Menard, vice-presi-
dent; Paul .\bele, secretary; J. Eblen,
treasurer. After the election the members
all adjourned to a restaurant where a
verv fine dinner was awaiting them.

H. P.

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H WKMRlt. f'Mre Krdnianii.
Pearhtre*- and I'ryir .liiri<1tijn, Atlanta tin

SITt ATION WA.NTKIi My a w..||.«i«.fli ii<i-d innr,
flmt flan* In trrowlni; T'-mi rnrnalloiiM and rlol<-la
for cut flower trade, can takfc-harucot iiluco, Rlnvlc.
M jtmn tit aj(e. Wboloaale trade prelern<d. Ktr*l-
rlaaa refereneeii Addrra*

A w iiitoaN'r. Vlf, W. ivth M . Chlcaao.

s

. FINE. THRIFTY STOCK.

AMERICAN BEAUTY 2;^-inch S 7.00

3V

3-inch

CAG

Wash

$13.00

BRIDESMAID

6.00 ...

12.00

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA...

6.00 ...

12.00

MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT

6.00 ...

12.00

LA FRANCE

4.00 ...

9.00

DUCHESS OF ALBANY

4.00 ...

9.00

MERMETS

4.00 ...

9.00

BRIDES "

4 00 ...

9.00

PERLES "

4 50 ...

10.00

CLIMBING PERLE

5.00 ...

11.00

SENATOR McNAUGHTON

WICHURAIANA

we^s^e^^„TS%.. VAUGHAN'S SEED

10.00
4.00

STORE,

CHI

146-148 W.

iO:

ngton St.

olTl" ATION WANTED-ByW. Bailey. lateMardfner
O to Mr. J. B. Ferklns, Cleveland. Oliin. Is open for
entiii^eiuent as gardener. Life experience. Sickness
of employer reason of chaD^o- Best of references,
fetaiesalary. Address W. Bailey.

Box K,. West Cleveland, O.

UlTt'ATION WANTED- A flrst-class rose and cut
i^ tiuwor trrowor would like to correspond with some
Hrni needing the services of a tlri^t-t-lHss man. Fully
able to take charge ot the largest place, blrst-class
references. Address Florist.

'£<ij Adams St.. Grand Uaptds Mich.

SITUATION WANTED-By a slnple young man as
0 working foreman In a commercial place, quick,
sober and reliable: a good all-round man; life experi-
ence In three estihlbliments. a good designer and
maker-upfor city store, and If necessary can take
charge of books anti correspondence Best of refer-
ences furnished. Address with all particulars

C A. M. HJ Marietta St., Atlanta. Ga.

SITUATION WANTED-A practical llorlst and gar-
O dener of executive ability and experience on hort-
icultural matttr. fully posted on all the routine and
requisites of flrst-class commercial places. Inside and
outside matter, general propagation, including nur-
sery stock, sui-li as roses, shrubs, conifer, etc.; want
situation accordingly; best references. Address

Phactical, care Am. Fiorltst, Chicago.

ANTED— Florist, reliable, sober, for roses and
general stock. State terms and experience.
J. T. WiLLiAMMf.N". I'rop'r La Rose Gardens.
Memphis, Tenn.

W

It'ANTET) To Correspond with a yourg man who Is
y V a good lU'corutor and designer, competent to till
position In a retail Htore Address

\Vt:>i VAiS. tare Amerlcjin Florist, Chicago.

"W'ANTKD— A single man experienced in growing
1 y cut tlowers and gei eral greeiilinuse work. None
but sotKjr. InduMtrluus ma" need apply. State amount
of wages wanted. C. 1'. 0(.>\\. I-aconla. N.ll.

?OK KENT <'H?:AP-(;reenlmuaes. stocked for cat
flower growing .1. 11 AI,i,i:n. Suniujerdale. 111.

tJ^Ull SAI<E C1IKA!'-I.4irge second-hand florist's Ice
' Box, value about $TiV VAfcjiiANS SKKD Stouk,
SS suae Street, Chlcjigo.

L^OK SALE— At 'n cost, a Klder hot-air pumping
r engine In good order William H. Bahnks.
Box Si;'i, Independence. Kan.

F

OK SALE <IU KENT G ectiliouxe. 'M^i stjuare ft.
glaps For iiartlriiliirs Inquire '>(

'liii.o Nni,in,K. (ireen Buy. Wis.

I/OK SALE LMIT' feel llneli p'pe- 1 lltehlngs. Price
I on iippllnition. P K. I^IINLAN .V <""..

'.«il W. Genesee St,. Syracuse. N. V.

F''()K SALE •.; large Kav Trees, mund heads. T feet
brouil. V^ to 1 1 re«'t hluii. Shown at Wnrltrs Fair.
\'.\i i.ii \\ s .-KKlt Simtlv ChlcHgo.

I.'OK ^ALK mw leet ol 1-lncli <'ast Iron |.tpe htmI
Ilttlngw. !\H go<id UN new.

.M Its. ( I KnW A 1.1 111 AT Kit. Saginaw Mleti.

L^(»K SALE CHEAP Large, new hard wood and
F gliuui MorlHts Kefrlgenitor. rne<l ut World'H Fair.

CcmlFiMJ. VAI'dllA.V'H SKK1» HT<HtK,

U'i \ 1 IN West Wushlngton St.. Chlcngii.

Ji^OK KENT Aflrxt i-liisseotiinien-lnl phu-e In r*nliui b
' of Cliiciigo. euiitalnlnu I.'i.lNNJ square leel ot glass.
welt Mtockud with l>L*itl vurletlen of forcing nisen. Ad-
drifiti Kkntku.

cnn-Olimn A MiigheH. iVl Wabash Ave . Clilciigo,

f.^<)« SA1 E OK EXCHANf.K lor Iowa nr Missouri
F land. ure«>nlHiiiNe Iti good norlhweMterti town
giHHl H-nKnii hoiim*. good Irarn; have an exei-Ment
trnrlo EVfrythlng In tlrNt-^-lanit order and new i-cn-
tnillr hrfTAt'Mi and on bent ntreet In town. AddrexH
W. \V. IL. erirr Ainerb-an l-lorlst.

NHW CROP SKIiU of best strain of Ainpcloi>-
■tiVritchl) AdclrcftH JOBBER,

tarr AtO'Tican l-'lotist. Chicago.

On account fif nicknrHti will KOiTilicr nliiiont new
florint plunl, iilKint 7JMi fret of kI"^h. five tiouBCN,
roftonnd vlolrtn, with liind Aclrlreftit

U'AI.TKK K. HIIKKIIIAN,

32 Wrmt .'UMh Klr<*i>l, Svw York C'lly.

I HAVE A FEW

Thousand ROSES for winter blooming^
of the following varieties:

MERMET, THE BRIDE.

PERLE DES JARDINS, .\MERICAN BEAUTY,
BON SILENE, NIPHETOS,

WATTEVILLE, METEOR,

aud WABAN.

The above are from SV'-inch pots, good, clean,
healthy stock, which I offer at 86.00 per llO; fJa.OO
per 1000.

I also have a few thousand FERNS, as Adiantum
cuneatum and Ptens serrulata, from 2Ji-inch pots,
at $3.C0 per 100.

JAMES HORAN, Bridgeport. Conn.

6f\Tf\l.0GUE PRINTING.
ELEGTROTYPING.

Done with expert ability for Florists,
Nurserymen, Seedsmen. Write to

J. Horace McFarland Co.

. . . HARKI.SBURG, VA

E.G. HILL & CO.,

wiioi6sai6Fiorisis

RICHMOND, INDIANA.

Smilax Plants Cheap.

Out of "J and S-inch pots, also transplanted plants
oulofbo-\es. Never had as fine and large stock
before. I'le-ise state number you desire and I will
give you the lowe.'-t prices. ' Safe deliverv and
best satisfaction guaianteed with every shipment.
Sample Older lOcts. Terms strictly cash.

Address F-RED SCHNEIDER. Wholesale Florist,

W.v.MiihiK: (■ VTIUW, N. Y.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,

I'roni ■-■lu-liieh potit ifll.UO perlOO

.STU<>N<i .S.MII.AX. from 2iu-lncli iiiitH. $■-' (K) per
IHI; SIVCI! per tlHIO. SAIMIIKI, .1. HI'NTINC;,

KInnv I Ave ,\ Slli "^l I'llii V r.\.

'."v II I Ml :: Ini-li I liie lljniiMtiihl line, lieiilDiv pIlintH
Icirniile lit r-'.,'ilnii >:i HI p.T llll

DAWES &

WHITTAKER.

KtXiKliS r.VKK,

THE GREAT ANTIPEST.

I''4ir piirtlriilurH, H«^e iidxt wi^^k.
R. W CARMAN, Gcnl Aqt..

»J AmilT HirMMi Kl.rHIIINO Ot*»«nt Oo. N V

FOR SALE.

Six((i)K(eeiilioiiscs,lwo Imt water boilers,
about 2(Ki(i left 2-incli wioukIiI iron pipe,
valves, etc, lot ot hotbed sash, tranies,
benches ami, about J5,0(i() llower pots. The
entire plant will be sold at a very low casli
price, as tlic whole must be removed nlT the
premises betore Sept. 1st. Fur particulars
address l, R. MUNN, Slalion C, Brooklyn, N. Y.

I'lcnsc mention the Amkkican I'lokist
every time vou write to an advertiser.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1243

5.OOO3OOO

FREESIAS

Riiu EID7T UAMD We will deliver Freesia Bulbs,
DUjirinol riHIlUi tll charges fur transportation
paid. OS follows:

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000, $4.00

1-4 to 5-8 inch per 100O, $3.00

Liberal discount on larger lots. Send for our price list.

Order NOW your Japan Bulbs. Longitlorum. Aura-
turns. Rubrums, Albums, we are Heailquarters.
We are the ONLY FIRM In the U. S. who guaran-
tee you Sl>Ui>D liULBS delivered.

Address all communications to

H. H. BERGER & CO..

(Established 1878.) SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

Mention American Florist.

rUlV c)riLn). ^or deUveiy.

BERMUDA SPICE LILY 1 7 to9in.bulbs,?20 per
Imp. Amaryllis Johnsonii, j 100; $170 per 1000.
FREESIA REFR. ALBA. 5-16 in. in diara, $2.50 per
1000 in lots of 5000.
" " " Seed. $2 00 per 1000.

GLADIOLUS SHAKESPERE. 2^i to 3 inches in diam.

$6.00 per 100; S.50.0C per 1000.
ZEPHYRANTHES ROS<=A, I large bulbs, $2 per

FLORIBUNDA / 100; $15 per 1000
ATAMASCO, $1 per 100; 88 per 1000
NERINE SARNIENSIS I. large flowering bulbs, $8
Guernsey Lily, j per 100.

CALLA BULBS, 4 to 6 inches at crown. $7 per lOO.
Best var. FRENCH CANNAS. $6 per 100; $40 per 1000.
Above prices are for delivery In New York, thence
by E.xpres8 or otherwise at purchaser's cost. C. O. L>.
from unknown parties.

Columbia Farm, ST. GEORGES. BERMUDA.

10127. 75 cts

HERMANN'S SEED STORE,

473 EAST 34-TH STREET,

Near Long Island Fcrrj-, NEW YORK.

JUST IN. NEW CROP OF

Primula chin., Cineraria liybr.

We are now ready to book orders for

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM,

ROMAN HYACINTHS. LILIUM HARRISII,

LILY OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

Write for prict";. it will save yon money.

FOR :bui^js

See page 1175 ,)uly 5tli number of the
AMERICAN Florist.

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J.

The Universal
Horticultural Establishment.

JOHN BARTH BOS,

BULB GROWER.
OVERVEEN, HAARLEM. HOLLAND.

Agnellis for IT. S, aiul ChmiiiIh:

C. B. RICHARD &. CO.,

61 Broadway, NEW YORK.

Trade Cataiocue tm application.

yflUGtiflN'S BUUBS "IN SEASON"

• ■ •

READY

now:

Roman Hyacinths,
Lilium Harrisii,
Freesias, best in the u. s.

New Seed Primula, Pansy, etc.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE

146-148 W. Washington St.,

CHICAGO.

READY NO^A^.

LILIUM HARRISII.
FREESIA REFR. ALBA.

Our prediction of fine bulbs this season is fully substantiated by the stock we
have received: Heavy, sound and well-inatured bulbs, sure to please the most
critical buyer.

ROMANS. The cream of the crop, at special low figures.

DUTCH BULBS, ^t prices that cannot help but make them profitable to every florist.

BARNARD'S PANSY SEED, "Florist Mi.xture," ready now. }i oz. $1.00;

per 02. )f7.00.
Primula, Calceolaria, Cineraria, 50 cents per trade packet.

-w. ^^viep«cA.i«i3 *s CO.,

.186 EAST KINZIE STREET. CHICAGO.

Hui§6t)oscli Bromers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLANO.

Bulbs # Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

Illustrated Wholesale Catalogues on application.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

UNGLEWOOD, N. J.

ONION .u

SEED. '^^

CROP 1894.

_^^^^ Prices for New Crop

"^^^^*"— -made on Application.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sansoine Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs /I Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
For CataloRiie. iKhlress

C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTER.

3 loeiitles Slip. NKW YOKK.

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

Water Plants.

Eichhornia Azurea (New Blue Water Hyacintti),

each 20c; dozen 81.7.5.
Eichhornia (Pontederia) Crassipes Major (Water
Hyacintti). «2.00 per 100, prepaid, or JS.OO per
lOtiO, not prepaid.

Each noz. Per 100

Nelumbium Soeciosum $ .40 t5.00 $25.00

Nympheea Devoniensis 50 .5.00

Flava ... .20 2.00 8.00

Odotata 10 1.00 6.00

" Gigantea 20 2.00 12.00

Zanzibarensis Azurea, in

bloom 40 3.50 25 00

Rosea, in bloom 40 3.50 25.00

Dentata. . . .50 4.00 30.00

Pistia Stratiotes or Water Lettuce .15 1.00

Myriophyllum Proserpinacoides or

Parrot's Feather. . . 15 1.00

Sarracenia Variolaris. 10 .50 3.00

Limnocharis Humboldtii (Water

Poppy) . .10 .60 4.00

Small plants of N. Zanzibarensis and N. Dentata.
10c each, or seeds 10c per large packet, or 82 00 per
ounce, not prepaid.

Nephrolepis Exaltata (Sword Fern), selected plants
from open grouud. 512.00 per 1000, or 82.00 per 100,
delivered.

BRAND & WIGHERS.

SAN ANTONIO, FLORIDA.

\

PLANTS! BULBS!!

EvtTvthliiL,' np[uTtalnIn( to tho Farm

and Gardrn of the best and choicest

quaUty. PR ICES RIGUT.

Catalogue on application.

WCEBER & DON.

114. Chambers St.. New York City.

Mention Amerlcnn Florist,

LILIUM HARRISII.

OrlKlniil nnil largest Krowcrs of this importunt bulb.
True Stock. Lowest Price!*. Be.^t t,Mi«llty.

F. R. PIERSON CO..

TAi!HVK>\V\-<l\-m 1>S<)N. m;\v vokk.

RN5TRIEMSCttNeiDeR.AItona,Hamburg

1244

The American Florist

July 26,

Worcester, Mass.

The weather still continues to be insuf-
ferably warm, with no rain to amount to
anything, and vegetation is suffering
very much in consequence. Carnations
in the field that were planted before the
fifteenth of June are holding their own
fairly well, but anvthing planted much
later is at a standstill, and unless we have
an abundance of rain the last half of this
month won't be big enough to house.

Considerable funeral work has helped
ns to dispose of some of the quantity of
stuff going to waste, but outside of this
and a little cut flower trade that is regu-
larthe yearround there has been nothing.

Notwithstanding the excessively humid
weather of July 19 there was a large at-
tendance at the regular exhibition of the
Horticultural Society, and a very good
display of flowers. There were some good
stands of '94 seedlings, made up of a
great variety of splendid flowers; the dis-
plays made by F. A. Blake and H. .\.
Jones were especially noteworthy and
secured first and second premiums re-
spectively. Some good petunias were
also shown by F. A. Blake, which were
awarded a first, with Mrs. A. .\. Hixon
second. Considerable interest was cen-
tered on the display of baskets (no re-
strictions), which were divided into two
classes, amateur and florist. In the ama-
teur class F. A. Blake had the best made
up basket, and H. A. Jones the second
best; H. F. A. Lange carried away the
honors in the florist class, and W. J.
Wood secured second prize.

But the feature of the show was the dis-
play of sweet peas made by W. T. Hutch-
ins of Indian Orchard, Mass., which was
a revelation to many of us of the wonder-
ful improvement the sweet pea has under-
gone. Mr. Hutchins exhibited some
eighty varieties, shown in bunches of
about fifty stems, filling overone hundred
vases; among them were most of the
Eckford novelties, which surpassed any-
thing ever shown here for size, fragrance,
substance and color. Among the varie-
ties that showed the results of an espe-
cially careful treatment were the fol-
lowing:

Mrs Sankcy, a large finely formed white.

Royal Robe, delicate pink, large and of good
subfttance.

Mrs Eckford. splendid primrose yellcw.

Countess of Radnor, a beautiful mauve.

Peach Blossom, salmon and white, lieautifully
shaded.

Doiothy Tennant, large, rosy mauve.

Stanlej* large, finely fonned maroon.

I«sdy Penzance, beautiful combination of pitik
and ro-^.

Her Majewly. large rose jjink.

Indigo KiuK, the name is a description.

Mrs. Gladstone, hitvery pitik.

Princesn of Walen. large mauve on wliitc field,
SliHI)l,l,\i;.

L, DELARUYE-CflRDDN,

NURSERYMAN.

LEDEBERG, GHENT. BELGIUM.

be({s to C2ll special attention ol the Ameri-
can nursery trade to his splendid stock <jf
plants Krown lor export in the fall, consist-
inK chiefly of

AZALEA INDICA,

PALMS, and

AKAUCARIA.

Price list and lull particulars on appli-
cation.

When viritinK ^'> any of the advcr-
liscTS on this page please mention the
American Florist.

TRADE WORKEASY MARK.

™ IN A HURRY

When you unstrap your boxes?

USE

UNFOLDING STRAP-FASTENERS.

FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, N. J.

I'utented June 2f.. Lslti.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for tthipuieiit from July to September.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

LJI. Longiflorum. ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum. Spec. Rubrum and Album. Etc.

Iris Ksmpferi, in 100 choice varieties,

Japanese Maples, iu best varieties.

Camellias. Peeonies, Tree Ferns. Raphls. C^fcas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to $5 each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

Mention American Florist.

PITCHER & MANDA'S

i.'iiantTly Trat-lc t'atnlokaie of

BULBS, PALMS, ORCHIDS, FERNS, ETC.,

for .July, August and September, 1894,

has just been raallctl U* n\\ addresses on tliuir replster.
TIiIb catalo^'ue should be tu the hands of every tlorlst
In the I'nltod StatcB, and anyone not recelvliiK a copy
Hhould HuniJ tor one Iniiueilhitely. encloslnt; business
card. \Vf are belter iirepared than ever beftiro to
Miipply our customers' needs at the lowest wholesale
lulocs and a personal Inspection of our Bt4)ck Is espe-
ctjiUy desired. We recouiniend to nil tlorista our un-
surpassed utock of Deconillve Talms and Kerns In nil
the liewt lending varieties, also our tine stock of tine
I irniinietitiil ^ulla^'e and Flowering Plants. Corre-
Miiondence solicited.

UNITKI) STATKS NITRSKKIKS.

.... SllOKT IIIM.S. N. .1.

Tuberous ^^

Be«:onias 1^ JS.

(GRIFFIN'S STRAIN.) *-

Plants in blooiii, all sizes, at lowest prices.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. Gritfln. Mgr,

Weslbury Station, L, I., N. Y.

Plants from last fall; these have a foundation and
will begin to run strong at once. $2.ftOpcrlO0;

8'20,no per inoo.

CLEMATIS lor Fall Delivery.

special pric<-s at whulrsjilc, on application.
Splrndiil wlock and asHorttueiit.

F. A. BALLER, Bloomingrton. HI.

CELERY PLANTS

WHITE PLUME, GIANT PASCAL, GIANT GOLDEN
HEART and GOLDEN SELF ULANCHING.

Ii. M ici.iwii |.l:ifils, 81 i"! jxT KKK).

The New PINK PLUME, traiispluiilol plaiitA. t:i,riO
per 10()0, Cash with onlcr.
Snliii>le innllcil free,

C. M. GROSSMAN, Wolcottvillc, Ind.

Cyclamen Seeds.

KOCH S SUPERB PRIZE trCLAMEN,

Tho FInasI Strain In Iha World.

Ilrliilililiirk r<-il IIXI ni'i'il. (I ,VI

l|.,iu' of ,MNrti-nlliiil Hill iu.<'<l. 4 UJ

\Vlitt4< wlihnnniiliiuejro IIUI ihmkIii :t,7f)

.Mont llliinc. rxTllA , , , . Iini MMKln fi.dJ

rn.l> with onlur.

LUDWIG KOCH, Wamlslwk, Hamburg. German/.

.Mriitloii Amrricnn Hlorijit,

TjE AMERICAN FLORIST GO.'S

DIRECTORY
REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING :

1. The names and addresses of the Florists, Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch ot the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2. A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch of the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given.
A li*:t of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Canada.

A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.
A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Roses m commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of introducer, and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given.

A complete, alphabetically arranged list ol
Chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate description oi
each. Synonyms are noted and varieties that
are ver>' popular with American growers are
designated by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

A complete, alphabetically arranged list ot
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introduction and
brief, accurate description of each.
Seasonable Hints for the year, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
published. It is written in a plain, practical
way, by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of essays
read at each meetiug, with other information
of interest.

A similar historical sketch of the American
Association of Nurserymen.
A similar historical sketch of the American
Carnation Society.

A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

Similar historical sketches of the Florists*
Hail Associatiou of America; of the National
Chr>'santhenunn Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delivcy Associatiou.
A complete list of all National and Local

Trade Organizations, with names and ad-
dresses of principal officers, time and place
of meetings, etc.

Statistics of Commercial Floriculture iu the
U. S. from the last census.

Statistics of the Nursery Industry iu the U. S.
from the last census.

Statistics of Seed Growing in the U. S. from
the last census.

A li.st of Leading Horticultural Societies, with
name au<I address of the Secretary of each.
Full information about Kxprcss and Postage
rales on ]>lanLs, shrubs, trees, seeds and bulbs

No less than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

P O. Dri wor 164

CHICAGO.

The Water (harden.

Sl liil iiMcl Ihinly WiiliT I.llli'Kiif nil colnrn.

VICTORIA REGIA AND V, RANDI. EURYALE FEROX,

Ni>hiiiililiitim In viirU-ly. Ilttrdy oi'tiiiiiuttitiil |t)iint«.
niil>-ii>|tiitlli' itliiiitr*. cttv, I'h'. Nvniphn'ii Laydukorl
niNi-it iiiwiirilnl II .MimIuI tit World't. Kiiln; iinmt cliHrm-
liillof nil Ihi' lUliliv MMi'n: rj (illi'm^li.

<~i1hor riiliitnl.tiiii .NovcltlrN HI iitnlui^no.

WM. THICKER & CO., Clifton, N. J.

FORCING ROSES.

STANDARD AND NSW KINDS.
I'lIK IvS ICKill'l',
I McCffEA <S COLE, Battle Cheek. Mich.

l8g4.

The American Florist.

1245

FORGING ROSES.

The nice, clean stock of forcing roses in
following numbers and varieties, true to
label. Must be sold to make room.

300 Brides, 4-inch; 600 3-inch.

1300 Mermets, 4-inch; 340 3-inch.
640 Perles, 4-inch; 525 3-inch.
80 Mme. Testout, 4-inch.
250 La France, 4-inch.

4-inch $t0.00 per 100: 3-inch $6.00 per 100.

580 Bridesmaids, 3-inch $7.00 per 100

100 Kaiserin Augusta, 3-inch. ..10.00 per 100

80 Mme. Testout, 4-inch for |12.00

50 American Belle, 4-inch for 10.00

100 American Beauty, 3-inch for 10.00

160 " " 4-inch 18c. each

175 " " 5-inch 25c. each

Cash must accompany order.

FRED. BURKI, wholesale Florist,

BELLEVUE, Allegheny Co., PA.

Mention American F'lorlBt.

FOR SALE^

1700 Bridesmaids @ 6 cts

1500 " -. @ 5 cts

2000 Brides, 3-inch @ 5 cts

600 " 2-inch @ 4 cts

700 Albanys, 3-inch @ 5 cts

450 Testouts, 3-inch @ 6 cts

540 " @ 5 cts

1700 Am. Beauties, 4-inch @ 7 cts

1000 Am. Beauties, 3-inch @ 5 cts

J. A.. i^i:Ejiei«ii^iEjrvr»,

Assignee of J. T. ANTHONY,

2112 Michigan Aye., CHICAGO, ILL.

IN ENDLESS VARIETIES.

2'2, i'A 1"'^ 4;^-inch pots.
CUT SMILAX always on hand.

THE NATIONAL PLANT CO,, Dayton, 0.

Warranted first quality. Surplus stock from
4-inch pots. Per 100

PERLES $8(J0

MERIVIETS 6 00

BRIDES 6 00

PAPA GONTIER 6 00

CASH WITH ORDER.

JOHN WHITE, Waverly Place. Elizabeth. N. J.

Mermets, Cusins Wattevilles, Hoste, Meteor and

La France, $.3.00 per 100.
Strong American Beauties, $.5.00 per 100; $40.00 pe

1000. 500 at 1000 rates.
*^Special prices on quantity. Let me price your

lists. Cash with order.

West Forest l*ark, St. I^oiiis, Mo.

Cluan, lii'dlthv ^lo.k
MERMETS. BRIDES.

NIPHETOS. LA FRANCE,

MME. WATTEVILLE. BON SILENE.

PAPA GONTIER.
strong plants, from ;Wncli puts. fN per 10(1; IV.i per 1000.

WOOD BROTHERS, Fishklll, N. Y.

SUNSETS.
PERLES.
METEOR.

Strone, healthy plants, from 2. '^^ and 3-lnch pots.

price, R.OO. W.OO and JW.OU per 100.

rEKLE. SUNSET. NIPHETOS. MERMET, BRIDE

METEOR. WOOTTON. M. NIEL, LA

FRANCE, AND ALBANY.

Strong AM. BEAUTY, from 2-lncli pots, fl.OO per 100.

JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, III.

Strong
Field
Grown

ROSES

Better
Than
Imported

15 ACRES OF HYBRID PERPETUAL, MOSS AND CLIMBING ROSES.

Extra strong, bushy, well developed plants. No better
in tbe world. Sure to please.

General assortment of leading' varieties, including' folio-wing best forcing sorts:

GENERAL JACQUEMINOT. MAGNA CHARTA.
PAUL NETRON, ULRICH BRUNNER,

MRS. ]. H. LAING, M. P. WILDER,

PRINCE CAMILLE DE ROHAN.

Special rates on early orders booked for coming Fall or Spring delivery.

FULL ASSORTMENT HARDY PLANTS AND SHRUBS, BULBS, FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL
TREES, SMALL FRUITS, GRAPE VINES, ETC,

No trouble to shotv stock or quote prices. Catalogues and Price Lists free.
40ih YEAR. 29 GREENHOUSES. 1000 ACRES.

THt STORKS k HARRISON GO.,

PAINESVILLE. OHIO.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perle, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany, Gontier,

White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch pots,

$5.00; 3-inch pots, $6.00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, $6.00; 3-inch, $8.00 per hundred.

THI.S STOCK IS WELL GROAVN AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute, Ind.

40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORCING ROSES.

READY FOR

IMMEDIATE

PLANTING.

Fully equal to those sent out tlie last two years, and perfectly healthy In every respect. Only selected
growth from tlowerlnc shoots used In propagating.
GEN. JACUUEMINOT, KAISKKIN A. V. SOUV. DE WOOTTON,

METEOR, ULKICH BKUNNEK, HKIDESMAID,

3-lnch pots, JS.OO per 100. 4-lnch pots. fUi.OO per 100.
PERLES, SUNSETS, BON SILENE, MERMETS, BRIDES.

SAFRANO, MME. HOSTE, 3-Inch pots. fT. 00 per 100. 4 Inch pots, flO. 00 per 100.

100,000

Roses, H. P. Roses, Rhododendrons, Azalea mollis. Clematis, Hy-
drangeas (bushy and tree form), Aucuba, Buxus, Acer in sorts.
Viburnum plicatum, Dutchman's Pipe, Magnolias, etc.

NOW READY TO GIVE THE LOWEST OIIOT.VTIONS.

-THE HORTICULTURAL COMPANY, BOSKOOP, HOLLAND.

Cusins

Niphetos, MenuetSt
Iia France.

Brides. Bridesmaids,
Meteors. Hostes.
From 2, 3 and 4-in. pots.

Address for quotatton,^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES, Madison, N. J.

Sole Agents for U. S. for Clias. Macintosli .S Co., England, Inventors of Vulcanized Indlo Rubber.
Extra strong greenhouse hose to withstand high pressure, ^-In,, .'i-ply. 15c. per foot In I'O feet lengths.

A 1lirx<-D Tr« A 'KT "HI* A TTTV testout, k. a. victoria, brides-

iLJXLXlJVXl^J&JM DXmJX\J X ^ , MAID, BRIDE, MERMET, METEOR,
PERLE, SUNSET, CUSIN, LA FRANCE, 3 and 4-inch pots, prime slock, shipped at special flo-
rists'rates. Packing light. « c UapDpill \ '.^awnnA U I
Write for prices, including delivery to your E.xpress office. Ai Oi RluUDLHIl, LaRCnUUU, llij,

MERMETS 2-lDch, $3.50 per 1110

BRIDE!^ 2-lnch, 8.50

NIPHETOS 2-Inch, 3.50

PERLKH 2-lnch. 3.50

ALBANY 2-lnch. 3.60 •

WOOTTONS 2-lnch. 3.60

LA KRANCK 2-lnch. 3.50

:ba.i«e;i« ^i«os.,

P.O. Box 72. KANSAS CITY, .MO.

American Beauty.

Three thousand, in J'.o-inch pots;
e.xtra fine stock, at JlO.OO per 100.

P. R. QUINLAN <&, CO..

904 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, N. Y.

1246

The American Florist.

Jnly 26^

Cincinnati.

The 69th monthlv meeting of the Cin-
cinnati Florists' SDciety was held Satur-
day evening, July 1-t, with about 2o
members present, President Critchell

presiding. ... 4.1.

The committee having in charge tue
decorating ot Mrs. Holroyd's grave was
discharged and rendered a vote of thanks
for their services. . .

I do not know how it is in other citxes
where Florists' Clubs are organized, but
•with us it is very hard to get the boys to
attend the monthly meeting. The only
time we get a real good turnout is when
there is something to eat; that seems to
be a drawing card . We have a few mem-
bers who are willing to read papers, but
it is very discouraging to spend several
hours preparing a paper and then have
onlv a handful present to hear it read.

Mr. \Vm. Murphv at this meeting
finished the papers on his trip to the
Golden Gate. While the papers were not
confined strictly to floricultural topics,
vet thev gave interesting descriptions ol
sections of our country, including the
great National Park with all its beauty
and grandeur, its hot springs, the vol-
canic eruptions, and a great many other
very interesting natural features. He
described his fright at seeing a real wild
black bear. Wm. said his heart almost
jumped out of his mouth; all the bad deeds
he had ever committed all passed through
his mind in a few seconds, but thinks to
a kitchen giri at the hotel and a little dog
his life was spared. Ask him to tell you
the sponge story!

Trade is of course in the same old way.
Funeral work with some of the florists
has been very good during the week.
Mrs. Fairchild of Covington had quite a
nice wedding decoration for the 19th
consistingof sweet peas. . , . .

Geo. Meek of Covington, buried his
mother last week.

Mr Allick.Sec'yand Treas. of The High-
land Floral Co., Dayton, O., was in the
city Monday. The writer caught a
glimpse of Walter Mott of Philadelphia
as he was coming into the city Tuesday
evening. Wm. Kendigs, assignee of Chas.
J Jones. Jr., sold at auction Monday, the
16th all the greenhouses, sash, boiler,
pipes, stock, in fact everything that was
left of the plant. All told the sale
amounted to a trifle over $-4-00.

Otto H. Walke, the Vine street florist
who has two penny in the slot machines
was arrested for selling impure orange
cider and fined $25 and costs. Otto
should be more careful.

Our outing at Woodsdale will be a
grand success, all arrangements are made
and nearly all the florists arc going. G.

VIOLETS POT GROWN.

Wr hnvc a fiiir nKjck of tX'l Krowli iiliiiil», Iron!
which .-x|,rric.ic<-lr«cln«Vp»l rculb. for .|Uiillly
und qij.-intit>- o( tiowrrii can l>i- hiiil:

MARIE LOUISE. SWANLEY WHITE,
CZAR AND 8CHOENBRUN,

fi^m 2 liirh p-.!.. H Ot) i,^r l«i. 8 i" W Iht !"»).

PANSIES. . .

Every Grower Claims the Best.

I am willing to have mine tested alongside
of anv in the market. Over a thousand florists
used them last season, were pleased with tnem
and made money out of them.

Between Sept. 1st and Dec. 1st I will have a
MILLION or more plants to sell. Thev can not
be offered in competition with cheap grown
seed, but quality considered, are remarkably
cheap at the price.
By Mail or Express, prepaid, 75c. per 100; by Express
at your expense. $5.00 per 1000. Liberal dis-
count will be allowed on large orders.

An honest sample of the plants will be
mailed you on receipt often cents, and terms
are absolutely cash in advance.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496, Lancaster, Pa.

May and June Propagated,

MRS. ROBT. CRAIG, HARRY BALSLEY, MRS.

J. G. WHILLDIN, EDA PRASS, GLORIO-

SUM. V. H. HALLOCK and IVORY,

!8i3.0O per 100.

ERMENILDA. W. R. SMITH, THE QUEEN,

W. G. NEWITT and NIVEDS,

$5.00 per 100.

Prices of other varieties on application.

Nathan Smith & Son,

167 W. Maumee Street,

ADRIAN, WIICH.

Mention American Florist.

R00TEDCUTTING8

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express..J4.00 periOOO

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by
mail 50e per 100

CASH WITH OKDKK.

S. O. STREBY,

Lock Hox 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

ZIRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been magni-
ficent this season. Never befoie have we ob-
tained such size and colors; and as usual, wher-
ever exhibited, have eclipsed everything else, re-
ceiving also the most flattering testimonials from
the leading florists and seedsmen all over the
couutr>'.

New seed ready now of both the Giant Market
and Giant Fancy in trade packets of '.i.OOO and 500
seeds respectively at one dollar each, with practi-
cal directions for growing pansies. Also plants
for sale later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL.

. . . NEEDHAM, MASS.

Pansy * Seed.

The JKNNINGs STKAIV of hlBh urmle Panaj
Seed New crop now ready. Saved with special care
from' only the very Hnest varieties and (wiirrantea)
tlrst-clnss In every respect.

THE JENNINGS XX STRAIN.

The cream of I'ansles. Urand colors mixed, pkt.,

''"•t^hl^iennV*4s?rafn;lest mixed, pkt. »1,1« about
SMlBeed- 1 o/^W.lK); 11 "zs K<.m. No sKIm milk In this
Sin In (They are just us K.iod as 1 can make em).
Tu n.v ..1,1 patrons 1 w,.uUl shv they are " WK'n'P^If
luont over last season more vorlety and liner colors.
Till- best Simla lor HorlBls either for winter bloom or
sprlnu sales; all UirtrotlowerlnK. „

Black l)r Kaust. ttnest pkt.,2o00 seed, 11.00

Klncst Vellow, black eye ;; .. j-JK

Victoria' bH«hf red'- ' ' ■.■•.•.■.■.•.■.■.■.• pkt.. 1«X) seed. liOU
Vll MO mn Cnhof IWl. Halt pkts. of any of the

above Wic. Please send money orders or roiflstered

letter. Cash with order. Address

E B. JENNINGS. Wholesale Pansy Grower,
i/.ck Hox ■'■1 s()i;tiii>out, conn.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Halsted St., CHICAGO.

Chrysanthemums, [u-'r'tt iKTr.';!^!;'

■.' •^,^'M>^ WKINNING SORTS. f».00i.crl(«)

l.iOuO («r M*l

,,,v. ■,-■.... , ...init ( „

'jO HHI/t WINNING SORTS. ILOOjier K")

. ,.-. lorXJ

We ilill h«vr a few Ihounand 'JJ^ i'lcli I'lanl".
.1,^/0" WHITE LA FRANCE .„d AMERICA^ PER-

Allovc nrr two idral K'^". >uri,n«.in(( inont
»«ri«tic« In UnclinrMi of »hndlMK. ""d nurpBM all
wllhoot c»cci.tion for diirsbillly in « cut male.

ROSES in tK-«l cr.mmcTCinI lior1», liX-inch ulronB.
o," rJ) Of) i>rr 1000. An cnormou« M<Klt

Adtfrnt

) i>rr I
' TiirtilA.
.^ and «'.i(lm«le«

NANZ A. NEUNER.

LOUIi>Vll.i.E. KY.

TRY

DREER'S
OftRDtN Sleds,

Plant>. Bulb! & Requiiilei.

I hry air the bett ot the
lowpit pricei. Trade Li«l l»-
surd <|uarlcrly, mailed free
tolhc trade only.

HKMtV A. DKKKR,
■ ■lillixltdpliln, i'».

EXTRA PANSY SEED.

MAMMOTH SUNBEAM STRAIN.

A iiranil c.,ll...-tlnri or ul.iiil tlowiTlnu varlelles. very
l»rii" of pcTfiTt (onii. ulMl ib.,li'c colors; enrefully
iel'HU'.l ; Islfr »<•...! pbinu tills )tmr llinri ever; ru-
oiilTf vcrr bluli pralwi fnpin iiiy cii.lomeni: no liner
•train ..tl.Ti.il anywli.rr; llorlsl. should sow of It.

Trad.- pkt , «/U M--.l,. Ho:. .1 pkl. iHyi: pkt.. II.UO. A
pkl.oltli'-n"" .Monk.'/ Kn.i'Pii"»> "Uh "vory II iirdur.

.1011 N V. iti rr, Hiiirviiiiiiidiowii, r».

' Roemers Superb Prize Pansies.

\ The lliH'.-t slnilii of I'aTisles In the World.

I Introducer and Grower of all the leading |
' Novelties.

4 ('»taIoi.au' free on api'lleallon. f

♦ FRED ROEMER, SEED GROWER, I
! oi i;i)i.iNin'K<i. <;i:iiMAX>. j

Pansies Worth Raising.

THE KIND THAT SELL ! !

NliW SKi;i>, perfectly ripe.

Oiii' piK'kiiK)-, '-« of »» ounce •J'SS

l-lvr piKldlt-eH •••"»

nliliesnl s],ttinl rales. Cash with order.

CHRISTIAN SOLTAU,

III!) <;ninl Ave.. .IKItSI.V <^ITV, N. .1.

Ilerelolore I liuve only of-
fiTorl my vurv cliolee ImTinrlert
(iermaii Tansv Seed In arelntl
wa>. but llmllnu Unit sumo
llorlsts who havek'rown It will
iiol lijive any other, regardless
cil cusl. 1 liavi' ileol.led lo id-
ler It lo Iho Iruile at a reilile-
Iloii or M per lent, Irom i-atuloiiue rates. Alwut M
seiiunile viirlrtles and several mixtures, liieludlnK

( It -' ^t _ir..l,.u \*'rltrt l,.r niili,In,/ll«.

l.avnciina

viirlrtles and several mixtures, ineiuiiinK
IliMinrrs Itni'St strains. Write for ealaloKUO.
nil ito not (niurl to inriilliHi that villi arr In thr trade.
L. R. BENEDICT. ELLENVILLE. Ulster Co.. N. Y.

PANSY SEED. . . .

I 1.1 rlrirn v<MirM llir K rii" lin," "• ''I NK
I'HIISV SrrdllllH lirrii III} .Sprrlilil ,v.
gualUyanii I'rlrr to suit tlir llnirs. Ask for tiailellst.
DAVID B. WOODBURY.
Prolenional Originator. PARIS. MAINE. U. S. A

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1247

Siebrecht&Wadley,

hq^i bill nurseries,
New Roghelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New & Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A grand selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. A/bans, England.

Our Mr. A. Dlmmock will be pleased to Interview
buvers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 2U5 Greenwich St.. New York City

"HELEN KELLER"

The new Carnation: pure white, deli-
cately marked with red.

Price for well Rooted Cuttintzs:

Ki.OO per dozen; 9^12 (k) pt-r 100; 325 00 per 250:
¥90.00 per lOUU. .500 ill lOUO rate. Orders may
be sent either tu

JOflfi Pi. MAY, BDWIP4 LONSDALE,

Summit, N. J. Chestnut Hill, PhUa.

FRED. DORNER & SON,

Carnation
Growers,

-».^LA FAYETTE. IND.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the

fill i^

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE, Chester Co.. PA.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.

NEW CARNATIONS.
FERNS.

PISH 15 1* vV -;Viiei>,

ELLIS. NORFOLK Co., MASS.

GHRYSflNTHEMUMS.

From 2,^-in. pots, (" $3 per 100.

STRONG SMILAX, from ■-'Is-lncb puts, J3.00 per

lUO; Ko.UO per 1000.
PANSIES, from cold frame, f 16.00 per 1000.

Address J. G. BURROW, Fishkill, N. Y.

Carnations a Specialty

Rooted Cutttntis and Youni: IManls sold out.
Nice Field-Grown rlunts lii Sept. Send for prices.

GEO. HANCOCK & SON. Grand Haven, Mich.

(Shekwook U.vll Nubseby Co.)

No. 427-9 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQUARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Nativt; Bulbs. LILY RIILR^

And other Oriental Sjjecialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, ETC.

Write for special contract prices.

FEAHCIS' COREDGATED HOLD FAST GLAZING POMS.

SURPASS ALL OTHERS YET INTRODUCED IN THE
MARKET FOR GLAZING GREENHOUSES.
Manufactured by the NOVELTY POINT WORKS. Price
50 Cents cer box of 1000 Points. Can be sent by mail
lor 13 cents in addition. Directions on each box.

Z. DE FOREST ELY & CO Philadelphia, Pa.

H. BATBRSDORFER & CO Philadelphia, Pa.

MARSCIU'ETZ ,^ CO .Philadelphia. Pa.

PETER HKNliF.KSdX \ CO New York.

WM. ELI.KiTT \ SONS New York.

F. E. Ml AI.LISTER New York.

C. H .lOOSTEN New York.

WEBBER & DON NewY'ork.

A. ROI.KER & SONS New York.

SCHI,E<;BL i FOTTLER Boston. Mass.

JOHN C. MONINGER CO Chlcauo. 111.

J. C. VAICHAN ChUnso. HI.

HUNTINGTON SEED CO Indianapolis. Ind.

.1. A. SIMMERS Toronto. Can.

J. N. STRUCK A- BRO ...IX)Ul8Tllle, Ky.

PATENT APPLIED FOH.

HERMANN ROLKER. Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

GEXER.VL AGK.NT FOR AMERICA AND EVROPK.

1866.

ESTABU5HED

MANUFACTURED BV

N. STEFFENS

335 EAST 2I^^T ST. NEW YORK.

ASPARAGUS IS'l

F\tra fine plants from o-iuch pots,
$30.00 per 100.
OUII AV fi^o'" -'4-inch pots, cut back, J2, 00
0 nil LA A I per 100; Jl.5.00 per 1000.

TERMS CASH.

THEO. BOCK, Hamilton, O.

PATENTQ

I Trade-Marks, Copyrights, Etc, ^^^

1 CHflNDLEE & MflGflULEy,\-/

Atlantic Building, WASHINQTOIT, D. O.

Tobacco Dust.

Per barrel (about 125 lbs.), *2.S0.
Sample free by inail.

HERRMANN'S SEED STORE,

413 East Sltli Strort,
near Long Island Ferrj. NEW YORK.

THE BATAVIA LABELS

All sizes from 3 inches to I feet. Send for sam-
ples and catalogues.

POT LABELS. PL.tlX. E.\PKKS.« PREPAID. PAINTED.

3-lnch 25c per 1000 JOc

SHi-ln 30o " 45c

4-rnch 35c " ... lUo

5-lnch 40c •• OUo

CASH WITU ORDER.

WTLLIAMS * SONS CO., BatavU, lU.

bite..

iOc.
tl.OO..

. 4Sc

.60c
.50c

1248

The American Florist.

July 26,

Foreign Notes.

A new hybrid disa, raised by Jas. Veitch
& Son, is D. Langleyensis. It is the result
of a cross between D. tripetaloides and
D. racemosa, both comparatively recent
species. Flowers magenta pink, very
freely produced. It is likely that more
beautiful hybrids will result from the
same cross.

A new variety of Lselia tenebrosa,
which has received the varietal name
Pittiana, is described as being of very
great beauty, .\cross the lower sepals
the flowers have a breadth of 8 inches,
and are very shapely. The sepals are lucent
yellow green, tinged and veined with
purple. The petals are the same color,
tinged with purple on the lower side, with
a band of greenish yellow up the center.
The lip is white, with lines of bright
crimson; the base of the lip white. The
plant is described as being fully as beau-
tiful as the Walton Grange variety of
tenebrosa, for which the owner recently
refused an offer of 160 guineas ($800).

Sweet pea Emily Henderson was the
recipient of a certificate from the Royal
Horticultural Society in June last. A
correspondent of the London Journal of
Horticulture says he has four named
varieties of white sweet peas, but none
equals Emily Henderson.

It is said that the floral tributes at the
funeral of President Carnot were the
richest ever seen at any public funeral,
and it is estimated that half a million
dollars was expended on these flowers.
Twelve two-horse cars were loaded with
floral emblems. The tributes from the
various crowned heads followed these
cars, borne on the shoulders of firemen in
uniform.

Loflio-Cattleya Canhamiana is another
beautiful hybrid raised by Veitch &
Son, a cross between Lxlia purpurata
and Cattleya Mossia;. It is dwarf in
habit; the sepals and petals are pure
white, while the lip, which is large and
frilled, is velvety crimson purple with a
narrow white border. L.xlio-Cattleya
Arnoldiana is another beautiful thing
raised by Sander, lieing the result of a
cross between L. purpurata and one of
the summer blooming cattleyas of the
labiata section. The flower is very large,
aepala and petals rosy purple; the lip
intense magenta crimson, with a bronzy
yellow throat.

Do voc WANT Mr. Scott's seasonable
hints for the year in book form, bo that
yon can refer readily to his suggestions
for any week in the year? Vou will find
them in this form in our trade directory
and reference bnok for 1K'J4-. Price $2.00.

August Rolker & Sons,

New York,

136 & 138 W. 24th St..

P. 0. Station E. iiwn iuii\|

Supply the Trade with

TO

BA.CCO '■" "•'•'•80c; BilbtJIOIJ;

TkTTQ'P ''"ii'ili 80; I00lb*ri.rj0.
JJ U O X . a^sAmjilc Pkbb.

Vaughan's Seed Store, ":' Chicago.

PLANTS, >1.'X> per UKX).

CELERY

■>ir<>ii|;, wril r<Milri| »n(|
Addr*^ CELERY PLANT CO.. Katimazoo. Mich.

Always mention the American Ho-
list when writing to advertisers.

MeiisionsoltbisBoi:

26 Inches long by 18 Inches wide

and 12 Inches blffh.

Two secttonfl.

.-This wooden box nicely stained and varnished, 18x30x13,
made in two sections, one for eacli size letter, g^iven away witli tirst order of 500 letters.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER GO.

Manufacinie THE BBBT LETTERS IN THE MARKET,

Sizes \M-\n. and 2-in. 2.00 per tOO.
faitener with eacli letter.

Patent

ODR MEW SCRIPT LETTER, $i.00 per 100.

N. F. McCABTHY,

Treas. & Mang^.

Addre» all corretpondence to 1 Mutic Hall Place.

Addreit 13 Green St..
Boston, Mass.

We bare a new FASTENER which we consider
a decided snccess. Any cnstomers having old style
fasteners which they wish to exchanKO, can do so
wlthoat additional cost by wrltlnK ns.

These Letters are handled by

A. Kolker & SoDH, New York.

niargchuetz: * Co., 25 N. 4tli St., PhUa., Fa.

F. E. McAUister, 33 Dey St., New York.

A. D. Ferry Si Co., 33 Warren St., Syracuse,
New York.

A. Herriuaii, 415 E. 34th St., New Y'ork.

Ernst Kautmann & Co., 113 N. 4th St., FhUa.

H. Bayers<lorfer & Co., Fhlladelphia, Fa.

A. C. Kendal, 116 Ontario St., Cleveland, O.

J. A. Simmers, Toronto, Ont.. Ag:ent for
Canada.

E. H. Hunt, 79 Lake St., Chicago, 111.

Wisconsin Fiower Exchange, 131 Mason St-,
MU^vaukee, Wis.

H. Snnderbruch, 4th and Walnut Sts., Cin-
cinnati, O.

T. W. Wood & Sons, 6th and Margliall Sts.,
Kiolimoiid, Va.

,Ias. A'ick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y.

C. A. Kuehu. 1133 Fine St., St. Lonis, Mo.

D. B. Lone, ISuftkln, New York.

C. F. Uiintincfton & Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
Z. De Forest Ely & Co., 1034 Alarket St.,

Fhlladelphia, Fa.
FortIan<l Seed Co., 171 2d St., Fortland, Ore.
A. Herman. 415 E. 34tll St., New York.
Oeo. A. Sutlierland, 67 KromHeld.St., Boston.
Welch Bros., No. lA Beacon St., Boston.
N. F. McCarthy & Co., 1 Music Hall Flace,
liostt>n.
all the Wholesalers In Boston.

H. BAYEESDORFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

FHII.AD£LFHIAp FA.

Our new flataloicae is now out, free upon
■ftpplication.

J. N, Struck & Bro.

Manulacturers ot

•CYPRESS-

World's
Pair.

terial,

LOUISVILLE. KY-

c5-iVlANZ

Gt^COMPANY--

I \J ...in.,,,..,...., J) r,itiuai>ii~..

163 MoNKOt: .bTllFCT-
■ ■ ( MICAOO' ■ ■

Whfn writiriK to iny cl the advertisfrs
on this pane please mention the Americam
Florist.

MflRSGHUETZ & CO.,

FlOriSlS' SUDDI16S,

23 & 25 N. 4tli St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Send for ''"'■■'"r""' ^^a^

MEDAL BWflRDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

No. 113 North llh Slrerl,
Send for cnt.ilogue. PHILADELPHIA. PA.

WHITE DOVES

FOR FLORISTS.

LarKOst ntxl tliict^t uUick tn ttio Unltod
SUitOH. Write for prices to

S. J. RUSSELL.

850 Montgomery St.. Jersey City. N. J.

THAT \i>V CAN C.KT

20 CANE STAKES FOR I GENT

A foot in IriiKlh l)y simply usinjr n sharp saw on
II biiiullc of onr bc..it.

BRACKENRTDGE A. CO.,

:|0.1 W. Madison .St., II.\ I.TIMOICK, MI).

Mlintli.n AllicTlcnli l'l..rl»l

jD SeBIRE^ & SOMs

• » •^(^■.^'^0R^ERv^^E^.--.„f.. ^«

A 6tNtRAL "■

CC.ABEL a CO. P.O.BOX 920Jhw York. _''!

Mi-iittoti AiiJcrlcuii I'lorlMt.

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The American Florist.

1249

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST !

Aren't you tired jzolnp through your houBea two or
three tlmea a day year after year and lifting your ven-
tllatlDfi sash one nt a time and propping them up with
sticks or pots, with a chance of having sash blown off
and broken glass to pay for ? If you are

We have pot Just the thing you need, the NEWEST
and BEST thing out. ^'The New Departure' for
abont half the cost of the old style, iend for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMODY, Evansviile, Ind.

Every florist, miirket gardener, ownerof lawn, grass-
plat or flower-beii. In fact everyone who has a faucet
Hn' hose should have the Kinney Pump (patent ap-
nll-rt for) for applying liquid manure, fungicides and
insecticides to plants. Feed your plants, fertilize your
lawns by using liquid manure. The cheapest, simplet-l
and most scientific Mpr:ivlng pump In use. Sent pre-
paid for j"J .5U 8pr;iylnL' vnlve attnclimenl STc. Pump
complete J^^.OO Send for circular. Address

HOSE CONNECTION CO.. Kingston, Rhode Island.

Only 2y Kingstons In the US- Get the state stralglit.

"They are a good thing." "A very vuluable labor
saving device."— \V. N. Rudd. Sec y Mt. Greenwood
Cemetery Asso.. III.

"Thu most valuable labor saving Invention 1 ever
used."— ('. E. Weld. Itoslindale. Mass.

BE UP TO DATE,

And get the BEST. This is it.

The Champion Veniilating Apparatus.

CHEAP. DURABLE. EFFICIENT.
Circular leilt* the whole pt<'r> . It Ih free.

AMERICAN ROAD MACHINE CO.,

KKNNKTT SOIAUK, \\\.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of gTitter up.

Correspondence Boliclted. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE. PA.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

jy Plaus and estimates furnished on application

Largest builders of Greenhouse Structures. Six highest Awards at World's Fair.
. . . SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. . . .

LORD & BURNHAM GO., Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y.

Gyrney

Hot Water Heaters
0 Steam BoHers.

UNEXCELLED POR GREENHOUSE REQUIREMENTS.

Send for Greenhouse Catalogue.
163 Franklin Street (Cor. Congress),

BOSTON, MASS.

Saved

oi.. ,,«,., I Jonxsox & Co.. 71 John St., New York and vicinity.
A^.V'JSJJJla \ J. C. F. Tbacbsel, 240 Arch St., Phlla. and vicinity.
AGENLUSS ^ ^ ^ GRQTING luox Co.. 34 Dearborn St., ChlcaKO

Gurney Double Crown Hot Water Heater. '""'' ^<''"«"' S'*'«»-

Ventlnn American FloHnt.

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On X

♦

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Your

Coal

Bills.

If your Houses are Heated by a Furman Boiler.

These Boilers h,ave a high reputation, for Staunchness,
Durability and Safety, and are Great Coal Savers.

WE MAKE A SPECI4LTY OF GREENHOUSE HEATING.

Over 150 styles and sizes, for Steam and Hot Water;

also a full line of Horizontal Steel

Tubular ISoilers.

Let us make you an estimate Free. .Send for Catalogue.

THE HERENOEEN MANUFACTURING CO.

.N'EW Kxr.I.AXi) OFfiri:: .M Ollvfr Street. Boston. Mass.
New YiiukOkkuk: Taylor Bid i; H'.K'ortlandl St.. .N. V City.
WEsTEiix Office: X.\\ Lake Street. Chicago.

♦ ~ ^^^^jg^^^^^^^^*^ Hume Office a-\i> Wouks: 28 Vine .St., Geneva, N. Y. ^

♦♦♦♦♦^^^♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦* ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦

VICTORY I VICTORY I VICTORY !

The only Certificate of Merit
awarded tor ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to tlie

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

K.

I -1 5 U LLa Ell Ll-

No repairs for 5 years,
no chains to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send lor Catalogue and Es-
timates.

n- Olalo.

GREENHOUSE BOILERS.

We have in stock boilers new and second-hand, suitable
for heating Greenhouses. Prices Low.

r^OVB^OROXTE^ «S? CO.,

143 & 145 N. Third Street, PHILADELPHIA. PA.

1250

The American Florist.

July 26,

"Danger in Flowers."

' An article under the above head ism;ik-
ing the round of the dailies, in which all
sorts of terrible things are said to result
from inhaling the perfume of flowers. An
alleged scientist is said to be authority
for the statement that operatic singers
ha^e completely lost their voices through
their passion for certain flowers. The
following extract from the article shows
conclusively the absurdity of the whole
ihirg:

To some persons the perfume of the violet is
particularly injurious. Others should avoid the
lilac, and o'thers the gardenia. Personal suscepti-
bility has much to do with the injurious effects
that may result from smellin^r certain flowers,
and M. joal can not. therefore, say what particu-
lar flowers should be avoided by certain temper-
aments.

The writer cites a cse of a young woman who
used to invariably faint at the smell of orange
blossoms. The curious conjunction of a suscepti-
ble young woman and a bridal wreath in this
illustration might lead to the supposition that
there is more in the case than M. Joal makes ap-
parent. He tells of a soldier who lost conscious-
ness under the effect of the odor from a peony.
and alleges that persons have been known to
suffer a violent attack of coryza from smelling
roses. It is suggested that a great percentage of
the headaches, colds in the head, and the like,
ailments from which people, especially women,
suffer on the morning after attending a ball, din-
ner party, or other social function, is a direct re-
sult of the odors of the floral decorations.

Of course it would be unreasonable to
attribate the colds to sitting in drafts
with unprotected shoulders. .\nd where
do the men catch their colds and head-
aches? Of course the latter can not pos-
sibly come from overindulgence in liquid
refreshments. It must be the smell of the
flowers at a distance — or from around
the corner.

Look Out for Him.

A party by the name of J. J. van Julay,
claiming to be the owner and patentee of
a wooden hose mender, managed to
8 windle several florists in Cleveland
recently by clever misrepresentations. He
is described as about 40 years old, 5 feet
5 inches tall, weight about 135 pounds,
sandy complex'on, a long sandy mus-
tache, wears glasfC', talks with a slight
German accent, and claims to be a Bohe-
mian count.

Whenever you want anything per-
taining to the trade, and do not find it
oflcred in our advertising columns, write
to us and we will take pleasure in assist-
ing you to find what you want.

Standard Flower Pots.

10 per oent. off for caiih with order. Hpectal din-
muni on Inrue or<leni. We carry n Inrjic
HUirk on hand of iriMj«l Blronu potji.

PRICE LIST OF STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

i^lricli |.<.t«. iierlOOor-'J 10

:i').i«i

60(10

Ti.d)

per 100 10 Ui
Ifi U)

aim

40 10

;.'. II]

AddrcM HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

.... hOKT BOWAUU, N. V.

Aagoat Ibilker k >^mm. IWl A l»i W. ^4tli Kl . New Vork
CMy. New Vork Air<-nU.

^-Inch

iftSM.

VK! 1000

1 .-1 l<J Ir

3.26 ■

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4.00 V

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7.26 n

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Evaiii)

liiiprovod GHflLLENGE
VciililaliiKj fl|)|)aratub.

Write for Illii«lriil<-rl t;;.i;.l'.i:u.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS. Richmond. Ind.

I.oi K TKI'. DOOR BEKORE
Till'. Hdltsl'. IS srol.l'.N
DO IT NOW.
iOHN 0, ESLER, Sec';, F H. A.. Saddle River, N. J

HAIL

Atlanta, Ga., May 25, 1801.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO..

(',V)/ //(•«;(■«. —Referring to yours of the 23rd inst. The Cypress
material which we have purchased from you has giveu us every sat-
isfaction, and I think we show our faith by the continued orders
which we send you from time to time.

It is always gotten out iu ^ood shape, material of the best quality,
and the beauty of it is that it is thoroughly seasoned. It affords us
pleasure to state that our dealings with your house have always beeu
"1 'hat we could ask for or expect.

Yours truly, WEST VIEW FLORAL CO.,

E. P. McBuRNEV Treas.

a

viUTTER MaTERraL, RlbGES, SaSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CYPRESS used.

I (»l circularH and estimates .\DDRESS

LOGKLflND LUMBER GO.

Ivockla^ncl, O.

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: 713. 715. 7^7 & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St.. Jersey City, N. J.
Jackson Ave. and Pearson St., Iiong Island City, L.. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled,

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to announce the dissolution of the firm of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor. The Syracuse Pottery Co.j which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepare<l to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flower pots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage in the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and in a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list nndsamples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE, N. Y

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Our new Potlary, n(.'w Machinery, the very best Clay in tlu' Country,
and our new Patent Kilns, all combined, make the beat Standard Pol

In the marhet. Si-nd lor price list.

PARMENTER MF'G COMPANY,

GEORGE MESSINGER. Manager. ««•! JBfOolttflelcI, AJlAMfll.

GREEN-HOUSE
niiATiNc;.

MYHKSSCO

l6l8i,l&20S. BIh St .
J PHILADELPHIA.
^ Hfiiil for rvitnl'ii^iiii
-~ Biid pricu llBt

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 fk 76 Myrlli^ Avf!.. Brooklyn, N.Y.
4»^-Scii<l for Cutalojfuc.

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The American Florist.

1251

ESTABLISHED 1854.

Qevine's Boiler "^wli.

THE FLAT TOP TYPE

Wrought Iron Hot Water Boilers.

Capacity from 350 to 10,000 feet of four-inch pipe.
Send for New I,ist.

FRANK OAN BLISH, Att'y,

OFFICE, 69 DEARBORN ST.,
WORKS, 56th & WALLACE STREETS,

• • • O^IOi%.00.

TO
TAKE
PLACE

OF
WIND
MILLS

HOT

AIR
PUMPING
ENGINES

A Windmill

Is unreliable because it de
penda upon the eluiuent
for its power ; hydrauli<
rams also depend upon fav
orableconditionsau'I wasti
as much water as tUvy se
cure. Steam pumpsrequm
skill and hand jtumps de
mand labor and time. The

DE LAMATER-RIDER OR
DE LAHflTER-ERICSSON

Hot-Air
Pumping Engines

are especially designed foi
pumping water, and from
shallow streams or any
kind of well. They are
simple, safe and reliable,
require no steam and have
no valves. They require
very little heat to operatt
them, and can be arranged
for any kind of fuel.
Send/or illustraiedcatalogue U

The de LiMATER IHON WORKS

87 South Finh Av.,
NEW YORK, N. Y.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GASSER'S PATENT ZINC JOINTS for but-
ting ^lass makes greenhouses air and watertight: also
prevents slIdlnK and hreakaue from frost. Does not
cost as mucli to heat ii house glazed wltli the joints,
thereby saving enough In fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of gla/.Ing. The leading Horlsts of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and prl(!e list.

J. M. GASSER, Florist,

Euclid Avenue, CI.K^KI.ANU. O.

THE CHAMPION

flutomaiiG Veniliator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machine In the market. Don't buv a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated descriptive
circular, which will be sent you free, giving prices, etc.
Also Cliamplon Soil I'ulveri/.er and Sifter.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Gretu-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. GO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, GHICAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR,

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, CHICAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

■Write for latest prloes.'^-^-'^'^-*

D. H. ROBERTS,

159 and 161 S. Fifth Avenue, :P(^E;'W ^VORIC,

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

FOR ROSE HOUSES, CONSERVATORIES. ETC, ETC.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS,

HoriiGuiiurai /\rctiit.6Ct.s and Hot Water Enoineers

Sent! for Catalogue, enclosing 4 cents In stamps.

I«o. 2-*^ Oanal St., I«EJW ^VOK^ GXT^iT.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Address,
Itoz 114.

SPRINGFIELD, O.

[£j)Si31

HulkT« limili"il Ihi' lii^l "1 ihal.rl:! hhill, flrebOX
Bhcet« and heutls (jt stetL «;iHt [.ikiuu all around
(front, sides and back). Writ*' tor Inlormatlon.

When writing to any of the adver-
tisers on this page please mention the
American Florist.

Kills Mildew

and

Fungus Growth.

What does?

GRAPE DUST.

Sold by Seedsmen.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Also Dealers in OIL BURNERS, and Agents lor

Snell's Hydraulic System of using Oil for fuel
purposes. /Vo odor, and }^ to ^ cheaper than coal.

509 Madison Ave., GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.

jySend for Circular. . .

which ij* absolutely perfect for modern
g:reeDhouise f-4>nMtru<'tiuu.

ROCK BOTTOM PRICES.

Send for Ktitimates. 8atl(4fuctiou Guaranteed

REED GLASS CO..

66 Warren Street, and 46, 48 & 50 College Place,
NEW TOKK CITY.

1252

The American Florist.

July 26^

Index to Advertisers.

Abel CC 4 Co.... 1243 I24S

Adv. ratee. etc 1240

American Boiler Co.. . is;
American Road Ma-
chine Co ..124^ I

Ilaker Bros 1245

Bailer K A 1244 i

HamanI W \V i C0...124.i 1
Baversdorfer II & Co.124,^

Benedict L It 124i;

Berxer U II s Co 124S

Blanc A 124.'i

Hock Theo 1247

Bonsall.losE 1241

Bos John Barth . ..124:1 ,
Boston I>etter Co.. .. 124S I
BractcnrtdKe * C0....1148
Brand* Wlcliers .. 12*! .

Buutln»f Sam'IJ ri42

Burkl Vred ... 1245

Bums&Rarnor 1241 ;

Burrow J G 1247

Carman K W 1242

CamiodT J D liW

Celery Plant Co 124S

Chandlee A Macaule.vl24T
Chgo FoldInK Box Col24U
Corbrey i McKell8r...l24U
Cottage Gardens The. 1247
Ooi Seed 4 Plant Co. 1243
Crabb * Ounter.. . 1261
Duvle^ 4 Wlilltaker. .1242

liearaud J B & Co 1241

De Ijimater Iron Wk8l2.M
Itelaruve-Cardon L... .1244
Devlne's Boiler Wks.. 1251

union J L 1J15 I

rwrner Fred A Son. . . .1247

I)r.^er 11 A I24il

Elliott W H.. I24U

Ellison Wm 124'i

Kelbelm Lyman 124'.t

Fisher* AIrd 1247

Uasser J M 1251

Gonzalez F 4 Co 1244

Grossman CM 1244

(iurncy Ueater Co 1249

Uall Assn 1250

Uammond Ben] 12SI

Hanctick A Son 1247

Hartford U B 1210

IleinlJoseph 1245

Uerendeen MfK Co....l24'J

llerr Albert M 1246

nermann's Seed Store

1243 1247

Hews A II 4 Co. . 1250

IIimnKCrBros 1250

mil EG AGO 1242

llllipard E 124!)

llltchlnKB ACo 1252

Iliwker II M Co 1251

tloran Ed«r C 1241

llorun .lames 1242

Horticultural Co The.1245
Uose Connection Co .124;'

HulseboHCli Bros 1243

Hunt EH 1241

IlnntM A EstatP 1245

Hunter I' rank 1) 1241

James K II 12i3

Jennlniis E B I24i',

Jwistcn C H 124.1

Kaufmann Ernst 4 Col248
Kennlcott Bros Co. . . . 1241

Kix:h I.udwiK 1244

Kr*»e«cltcll Bros Co... .12.M

Kuuhn <■ A 1240

l/xrklund Lumber C<).12.'iO

Lorn; Dnn'l B 1240 1241

I.onsdale Edwin 1247

Lord 4 Bumham Co.. 124'.*

Lovegrove A t'o 1249

McCarthy N F A Co.. 1241

McCrea ACole 1244

McFarland J U 124)

McKariand J II Co. . .1242

Mac Bean A S 1245

MandaW A IMS

Manz J 4 Co 124S

Marschneti A Co 124S

MayJnoN 1217

MerriaeldJ A.. ..1245

Michel PI t A Bulb Col24(;

MlllangBros 1241

MontnperJnoC 12o2

Moore Frank L 1244

Munn L R 1242

Myers A Co 125U

Nanz \ Xeuner . .124ti
National Plant Co. .. .1245
Nlles Centre Floral Col2il

Oasis Nursery Co 1244

Parmenter M fK Co — 1230

Pennock C J 1247

Pennock Snml S 1241

Plerson FKCu 124;i

Pitcher A Manda 1244

PlttsburKCliiyMfKCol2oO
tJuakcrCltv Mc hw ksl2J0

QuiDlan PR A Co 1245

Randall AL 1241

Reed Glass Co 1261

Relnberk' Bro.-* 1241

Reimschnelder Ernst. 1243
RichanIsC B A Co.... 1243

Roberts I) H liil

Hoehra Theo 1241

Roemer Fred 124)1

Rolker A& Sons 1248

Rolker Herman.

Rupp J F

Russell S J

Sander A Co

Schneider Fred

Scollay Jno A

Sebire P & Sons.

1247
124t>
124.S
1247
1242
12iU
124S

Sheridan W F . . 1211 1242
Slebreclit A Wadley..l2i7
Situations, wants, etc. 1242
Smith Nath A Son.. . 124»;

Soltnu Christian 124li

SteBens N 1247

Stcmmler T W I24.'>

Storrs 4 Harrison Co. 1245
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— Among Chicago growers .... ... 1:;.54

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Mme. Caroline Testout.

This most beautiful of pink roses has
aroused a wide interest among both pro-
fessional and amateur florisis, and in-
quiries concerning its habit and cultiva-
tion have been numerous during the last
few months. Many of them have been
answered by letter, but to answer them
all in this manner would require the pa-
tience of Job, as well as a stenographer
and typewriter. Fortunately it is not
necessary to answer personally all who
would learn about the Testout when so
good a medium as the American Florist
is available. Judging by the great popu-
larity and beauty of this new rose, as
well as from the very numerous inquiries
to which I have referred, a short article
concerning it would not be out of place.

The questions which have been ad-
dressed to me on the subject refer princi-
pally to the nature of the soil in which it
is grown, treatment, whether Testouts
will do well grown side by side or in the
same house with other roses, and of course
nearly all are particular to ascertain the
temperature. In my experience this is
the most profitable pink rose grown to
date. But to be grown successfully its
requirements must be thoroughly under-
stood and met by the florist. If mis-
treated and carelessly handled experience
proves it to be anything but profitable.
Two years ago my bed of six hundred
plants paid me at least double the money
received from any other rose grown on
my place.

There were two or three good reasons
for the unusual profit afforded bv them
that year, which it is well to keep in
mind: The first and most important,
doubtless, was that the Tes*outs from
my place were the only ones of note
offered in the Chicago market. Again, it
was a new rose, and a new shade, and
producing many specimens as large as
hybrids, the demand remained great
throughout the entire winter. Still again,
the soil in which they were grown was
exactly suited to them. Added to this
was the very important fact that they
were not cut with long stems until well
into the winter. A bed of the same size
last season did not pay one half so well,
for which there were also as good rea-
sons. It was not quite so muchof a nov-
elty; there were more of the variety on
the market; by a most unfortunate mis-
take the soil of the Testout bed was much

too light, and unlike the previous year,
they were cut entirely too heavily during
the months of October and November,
leaving the plants in poor shape tor the
drain of the winter. Notwithstanding
these apparent drawbacks it proved to
be the third best paying rose on my place,
Victorias taking the first and Meteors
the second place.

In my experiments in growing Mme.
Testout I have found that it is entirely
possible to grow it successfully in the
same house with such varieties as Perle,
La France, American Beauty, Mme. Wat-
teville and Mme. Hoste. That is to say,
practically, that it will do well in a night
temperature of 60°. I have found that
better Brides, Mermets, Gontiers and
Christine de Noue can be grown in a tem-
perature five degrees lower.

Soil best suited to Testouts is rich, yel-
low loam, with the usual amount of
matjure. Apropos of manuring, let me
say here that it is impossible to give min-
ute directions as to the amount or kind
to be used because of the great difference
in soils. Some soils need more, others
less— some require one third, others not
more than one eighth. One must use his
own judgment; if he has none the sooner
the better he abandons the florists' pro-
fession. He need not be an expert chemist,
but all the requirement would be to use
the small modicum of common sense he
has. I remember once visiting a friend
who is a noted rose grower, and com-
menting on the great growth of wood
and admirable bloom he was having,
when I enquired as to his method of
manuring. He informed me that he had
used no manure whatever. This was so
much of a surprise to me that I took
pains to ascertain the kind of soil he used.
It seems that about eighteen months be-
fore my visit to his place he had heavily
manured a piece of land and planted po-
tatoes on it. After the potatoes were
harvested he seeded it down to timothy.
When the timothy was well grown the
following May he plowed it under, and
after it was well rotted, from that ground
he took the soil for his rose bed which
had so pleased his visitor. He was right
and yet wrong. He had not manured the
bed, but the field was composed of most
heavily manured soil.

Plants grafted on the Manetti I have
found to produce the best results during
the fall and winter months, but very little
difference was apparent between the

f rafted and the rooted plants after the
rst of April. The grower, to be success-
ful with Mme. Testout, must exercise the
greatest of care never to allow the tem-
perature to fall below 60°, especially if
the foliage is wet, or black spot will surely
result.

It is a very common error to suppose
this rose to be worthless as a summer
rose because its flower is not very double.
On the contrary, if they are cut close, I

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Aug. 2,

have found it to be the very best pink
rose I have, or indeed, that I know of. I
have been shipping them constantly all
summer to St. Louis, their excellent qual-
ity securing for them a good demand.
VY. W. Coles.

Among Chicago Growers.

Several months ago we published some
notes in which reference was made to the
successful way in which Mr. Bauske, of
Uowmanville, was handling two vearold
roses on benches. We paid a visit to this
establishment the other day. In conver-
sation Mr. Bauske stated that he bad re-
ceived numerous letters of inquiry from
growers at different points regarding his
modus operandi.

"Now," says Mr. B., "I am an ex-
tremely busy man; besides I find the prun-
ing knife a handier tool to ply than the
pen, for which reason I have not replied
as fully to these communications as their
authors would probably wish. If my
experience in this line, however, should
be of interest or possible value to the
readers of your journal I shall be pleased
to give it. I can claim nothing new
though in the way I handle my roses,
neither do I claim it to be the only suc-
cessful way of growing them, as others
doubtless have produced as good results
under different modes of treatment. As
is well known climatic and soil condi-
tions vary greatly in different localities,
hence the difficulty in formulating a rule
to hold good in all cases.

"Now, as regards my stock of last sea-
son, which consisted almost entirely of
two year old plants, I can state that the
result, both as regards quality of bloom
and number of same, was entirely to my
satisfaction. I kept an account of roses
cut daily, and find by comparison with
the year ending July 1, '93, which was
the result obtained from a majority of
young stock, that the average cut for the
entire year is considerably in favor of last
season. On the other hand, if we simply
compare the corresponding winter months
I find little if any difference in the cut for
the two seasons."

"Do you have equal success with all
varieties?"

"No, I can't say that I do. Perle, for
instance, doesn't do nearly as well with
me the second year as the first. Mermets,
Brides and Meteors do well. The house
of Gonticrs last year paid well, and so did
the Beauties, which latter were probably
as good as 1 ever grew. Forsomc reason
I can do nothing with La France, so I
don't grow it at all any more.

"As regards treatment during the sum-
mer months, I vary hardly any from that
given to young stock; that is of such va-
rieties as MeimetB, Brides, Meteors,
I'crlcs, etc. I keep the stock growing
right along. The Ixmchcs V>cing filled
with roots the plants require more water
than young stock, and this fact should
not l>c overlooked. To keep the tables
from drying out too quickly I apply a
good mulchingol onrsc m.inure. I.icjuid
fertilizers during the hot summer mfinths
I regard ns ratlur dangerous, and for
that reason 1 prefer a topdrcssing, which
.iciidcs giving nourishment to the roots
■hades the ground and keeps It loose at
the same time. I syringe thoroughly
twice a day in warm weather.

"I don't like to let the wood grow at
will, nnd then Ik obliged to trim severely
in fall; f')r that reason I commence trim-
ming out in spring and early summer n
little at a time, as I go over the Ijcds cut-
ting the bloom. Some varieties, how-
ever, (lontier more particularly, will need

a more severe cutting back in fall. Pre-
vious to this operation I water but spar-
ingly for a few weeks, but never allow
the benches to become entirely dry. Im-
mediately after pruningcopious watering
is resumed according to the weather."

"How do you treat Beauties, Mr. B?"

"Old stock of Beauties can not always
be depended on, but if successfully grown
will in my opinion pay better than young
stock. I had a couple of benches of these
last year, and the same number of young
plants. The net results are largely in
favor of the old stock. The cut from the
latterwas about double thatof the young
plants. The first cut in fall from these
old plants was remarkably fine, both as
regards size and form of flower as well as
stem and foliage. The succeeding crops,
however, were but medium, both in length
of stem and size of flower, though ofgood
form. Now, as compared in money value
these flowers would sell for somewhat
less than Al long stemmed stock. For
instance, when the latter would bring $3
per dozen these would sell for $2, but as
I cut fully twice the number on the aver-
age the plant paid the best.

"This year I replanted last season's
young stock in fresh soil, as the Beauty
will do nothing the second year if left in
the old soil. An equal number of young
plants are benched at the same time, to
keep up a rotation the following season.
I never allow the plants to suffer for want
of water before replanting, although it is
probably best to withhold the water to
the extent of stopping the most succulent
growth. As soon as the new benches are
prepared with suitable fresh soil the
plants are taken up carefully, the old soil
is shaken off, care being taken to disturb
the fibrous roots as little as possible, and
then immediately planted in their new
quarters. In this way the plants, if the
weather is not too hot, suft'er but little,
and the roots will take hold in the new
soil at once. I should have stated that
before taking the plants up they are cut
back sharply, but in such a way as not
to denude them entirely of foliage."

"I see, Mr. Bauske, you are just start-
ing in to take up this bench of Brides,
which appear in vigoious growth?"

"Yes, this bench and one other of Mer-
mets were the only young stock I planted
last season. Well, you see the balance of
the house is planted in Meteor, and as
this rose requires a higher temperature
than Bride I concluded it was best to
move the plants into another house. It
is not the first time I have taken up such
stock in full growth, and replanted with
satisfactory results. You see the plants
arc not cut bark very hard; I prefer tocut
a little more if necessary after the plants
commence to grow again.

"Soil? Well, mine isthe regulation rose
mixture of sod, clay loam and manure. I
don't use my sod quite as green as some
growers do, besides I like to have it
chop(K-(l up well, not too fine of course,
but small enough to mix thoroughly with
the manure, which latter I prefer not too
much S|)ent."

"But now to sum up, what in your
opinion arc the salient ]ioints to consider
in carrying over your stock for the second
year?"

"Well, if we take for granted that such
stock does os well in winter as that of
young ^)lant8, we might consider first the
saving in exiK'nse of growing one half the
quantity of^ young stuff, figuring that
you keep up a rotation of an c()ii.'il part
of one and two year old stock. Lust
season here in Chicago was an exceptional
one, us on account of the prospect for u
steady demand at good prices for the

entire summer months, in view of the ex-
position, I was induced to carry over
nearly my entire stock, which necessitates
the planting of a nearly entire young
s*ock this year. Of course the success
depends to a large extent upon the condi-
tion of the stock you wish to carry over;
if the stuff is doing but indifferently in the
spring it is best to throw it out and plant
fresh. But to resume, in addition to the
saving in stock you may add the cost of
taking up and benching the young stuff.
The next point gained is the result from
three or four months cut of bloom for the
summer months. The stock at this season
of year brings but a small price, and some
weeks may go to waste entirely, still
what little is realized is a net gain. If
you plant new every year in order to get
your plants of a size to insure good re-
sults for the winter you are obliged to
commence tearingupand replanting quite
early, not later than the last of May or
early June; in that way you lose the
sales at Decoration Day and the whole
month of June, which ordinarily pays as
well as any month in the year, with the
exception of perhaps the Christmas holi-
days. Talking about Decoration Day, I
cut and sent into the market this year
about 9,000 roses of fairly good quality,
which netted me more money per 1000
than the stock cut at Christmas. We
will admit that this was an exceptional
year as regards prices at Decoration Day,
but it goes to show the advantage of
being able to cut a generous amount oi
stock at such a time. Besides this there
is one other advantage, and that is your
ability to be a constant shipper to the
market. Y'our commission house, what
is of greater importance, even if you sup-
ply the retail dealer direct, will serve your
interests better if you can offer a steady
supply without a break. These briefly
are some of the salient points on this
question."

"We notice, Mr. B., that you do not
shade your houses in summer; what is
your view on this subject?"

"Well, I am not entirely satisfied on
this question in my own mind; I don't
like shading, as it induces a soft growth
of wood, which I like to avoid, yet take
this summer with clear skies and extreme
and at the same time dry heat a light
shading would probably have been an
advantage, though apparently the stock
has not suffered. Last season 1 didn't
shade at all, and the stock came through
the summer in fine shape."

Reinbcrg Bros, have made extensive
improvements this year. In the first place
several ranges of their establishment un-
derwent a thorough overhauling, both as
regards the houses and also the heating
apparatus. We are in the habit of speak-
ing of the I wo Kcinberg Bros, collectively
as n firm, although, as a matter of fact,
the growing establishments are managed
separately. But as both places adjoin
and there is little difference in either size
or other condition between the two, we
shall continue to treat it as a firm.

Besides the improvements above men-
tioned a number of new houses have been
added; five saddle roof houses 12x100,
running north and south, were completed
this spri' g nnd are intended for growing
violets, Init at jircsent are planted to
Beauties (or summer cutting. One other
new house 21xl.')() in addition to the rose
rinige8,i8 already planted, and threemore
21x 1 .')0 houses are underconstruction for
the] urpose of growing carnations. This
would >,"ivc ;i total glass area of about
240, OOO scpiare feel. With the exception
of the five houses 12x100 above men-

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PERISTYLE OP PANTHEON.

DECORATIONS AT THE FUNERAL OP THE LATE PRESIDENT OF FRANCE.

tioned for violets and the three houses
24xl50, and another five 12x100 for car-
nations, which latter are at present filled
with summer roses, the whole remaining
area is devoted to rose growing. There
are twenty houses of Beauties, contain-
ing 24,000 plants, all in fine condition;
these were planted at different times, so
as to ensure a steady supply. A number
of the houses first planted are showing
good bloom and it is expected there will
be no break of a continuous crop from now
on. With the exception of two or three
beds in solid ground every plant is grown
on benches. Both members of the firm
are agreed that so far as their observa-
tion goes there is not the slightest differ-
ence in the result obtained between
benches and solid borders, the bench sys-
tem being preferred for the reason that in
their estimation it is easier to work.
What is said about Beauties applies to
the other stock as well; we find benches
in every house, and considering the ex-
treme hot spell through which the stock
has passed, every house is looking well.
The Reinbergs are thorough believers in
early planting, commencing in May; the
last house was planted previous to the
first of July.

The short-span-to-the-south plan has
by this time had a thorough trial, and
proved completely satisfactory in every
respect. In view of this fact a number of
houses in the older ranges have been re-
built on this plan, and others will prob-
ably be remodeled in the near future. As
all the houses, the older ranges as well as
the new, are built connecting in solid
blocks, the well known fact that houses

built on this plan shade the adjoining
structures less than the other system ap-
pears to be the most valuable point in
their favor.

Besides Beauties above mentioned Me-
teor comes next in importance; the num-
ber of these benched for winter blooming
is about 9,000; Testout 6500, Perles
5,500, La France 6,000, Albany 1,500,
Bridesmaid 3,600, Kaiserin 1,700, Brides
4,000, Mermets 1,500 and Wootton
1,500.

About 500 Mme. Pierre Guillot are
grown for summer roses, the same num-
ber of Meteor, and 1,000 Beauties. The
two new varieties, Testout and Kaiserin,
are regarded highly by this house, as is
indicated by the space devoted to them.
The latter, Kaiserin, would have been
grown still more heavily this season if it
hadn't been for the scarcity of stock; as
is being demonstrated at this place, for a
first-class summer rose in particular this
variety has certainly no superior.

Decorations at the Funeral of the Late
President Carnot.

It is asserted that on no previous occa-
sion has the display of floral emblems
equaled those at the obsequies of Presi-
dent Carnot. It is estimated that their
value reached half a million dollars, and,
considered as a floral display, it was
without doubt the most remarkable of
recent years.

In the great courtyard of the Elysee,
where the remains were lying in state,
the walls were hidden by black draperies,
edged with a deep border of floral wreaths .
The imposing catafalque, presented in one

of our illustrations, was hung with black
and silver: at the foot of the bier were
cushions bearing the ribbons and crosses
of the various orders to which the Presi-
dent had belonged, while over all was the
tricolor of France.

At the Pantheon, of which we present
two illustrations, the steps were bidden
by hundreds of wreaths, which it had
been impossible to carry in the procession.
The interior was simply draped in black;
some floral pieces were arranged about
the catafalque, which stood beneath an
immense canopy.

In the procession, of which we also
present a view, an immense quantity of
floral pieces was carried on twelve two-
horse cars, while the tributes from the
various royalties were borne on the
shoulders of firemen in uniform. Almost
every one in the procession carried flow-
ers in some form, and it is noticeable that
the majoritj- of the designs were wreaths.

The first place in the procession was
given to the wreath sent by the new pres-
ident, M. Casimir-Perier; it was seven feet
in diameter, made of palm leaves and red
roses. Queen Victoria sent a wreath of
violets, the Prince and Princess of Wales
one of roses and violets, and the Queen of
Spain a very gorgeous affair of red and
yellow. The American colony in Paris
sent one of the most beautiful wreaths
noted; it was composed of orchids and
Easter lilies, mingled with maidenhair
fern and scarlet flamingo flowers. The
English colony sent a large wreath of
marguerites, cornflowers and red carna-
tions wound so as to form the tricolor,
and across the center a Union Jack wound

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Aug.

sailor fashion. The students of" France
sent a wreath 12 feet across, borne on a
hnge car. The Greeks sent a wreath of
orchids, which cost 2,000 francs ($400),
and a shield of forget-me-nots having a
white cross in the center (the Greek
colors). Perhaps the only thoroughly
tasteless emblem described was an oval
of orchids, having above it what the
bearer described as an "apotbeosis of
M. Carnot" — a large photograph of the
late President, surrounded with red,
white and blue ostrich feathers; still above
that gilt palm leaves and a tuft of ostrich
feathers, red, white and blue. The news-
paper correspondents mercifully described
it as "striking."

It may be noted further that orchids
figured very largely in the funeral wreaths.
That sent bj- the King of Belgium was
composed of odontoglossums and cat-
tleyas, while another, made of cattleyas
only, contained 500 flowers. The wreath
sent by the Empieror of Germany was 6' ^
feet across; it was composed of orchids,
Gloire de Dijon roses and cycas leaves.
We might continue these descriptions in-
definitely; one deduction to be drawn
fi-om it is that in Europe at least no other
Horal emblem approaches the wreath in
popularity, while tor costly and beautiful
work orchids lead all other flowers.

Chrysanthemum Notes.

Many of the readers of the articles that
have appeared in the previous issues of
the Fi^RiST have made, we are glad to
understand, resolutions to keep notes on
the growth of their plants, for we have
received a number of inquiries by mail
how to line out their books and what
headings to use, which we have been very
glad to answer to the best of our ability,
and there is no doubt if we can get those
growers tojjethcrand express their minds
at the meeting of the society we shall be
able to arrange a book that will exactly
meet the requirements of the growers of
the Oueen < f Autumn in America. Up to
the present time there have Ix'en proba-
bly very few notes made, but when the
budx begin to set and are taken there will
be plenty to jot down, and after the
chrysaDthemum stnson has closed some
very valuable information may lie gath-
ered from these growers if they see fit to
let the fraternity share in the practical
knowledge they have gained.

There is but little to do with the plants
after they have Ijeen tied up until the
middle of Auguiit, except tokcrp u careful
lookout for their welfare, and keep them
on the straight road to lucccM, so let us
look forward and sec what we can do
later in the (cnson to increase the popu-
larity of this grand flower. The shows
that are annually held nil over the coun-
try havctiern ii great factor in doing this,
and a great deal dc|>cndK upon the manner
in which the magnificent blooms arc pre-
Rcntrd to the public. \Vr have received
the schedules of prize* of the different so-
cieties, thanks to the secrctnricii, anil
with n few exceptions we note that the
prizes for individual cut blooms are qual-

ified with this restriction, "to be exhibited
on stems not less than twelve inches in
length and without additional support."
Let us look at this a moment and ask
the reason why. We fail to find any real
good one. Why should not an exhibitor
be allowed to show his bloom in any
manner he wants to, or that he thinks
will bring out the best points of his flow-
ers? If he likes the manner in vogue in
England, that is, on boards, let him show
them that way, or let him exhibit them
in bottles with any length of stem he may
desire. Who is there, that ever attended
any of the large shows, but that has
many a time looked at a fine collection of
blooms and said to himself that the ex-
hibitor might have improved the looks
100 per cent if he had spent a little more
time in arrangement? Mind you, we do
not like or advocate the use of boards,
and you will see later on that there are
many in England of the same opinion,
but we do not believe that making the
exhibitor show his blooms on twelve
inches of stem, often without a leaf, and
the blooms nodding this way and that,
any improvement, and artistically worse
than the board system.

In a paper read before the National
Chrysanthemum Society of England by
Mr. C. E. Pearson, on "How to improve
our chrysanthemum shows," the essayist
speaks of the board system thus: "Now,
no one disputes that our present system
is the most convenient for comparing the
merits of individual blooms, and for facil-
itating the labors of the judges; but then,
are the judges the only people to be con-
sidered? And can a method be looked
upon as perfect which not only stages
flowers in stiff formal lines, which are not
allowed to deviate a hair's breadth from
the ])roverbial limit any more than if they
were soldiers on parade or bricks in a
wall, but also removes nearly all the
stem, thus destroying the grace and ele-
gance which nature gives even to the
largest and heaviest bloom when prop-
erly displayed. To place a grand lot of
flowers on an ugly green board (after
strangling them with a tin collar) fixing
them in straight lines in mathematical
precision, may give full opportunities for
studying the individual bloom, but the
general effect, especially in a large build-
ing, of dabs of color in long lines is most
repulsive to any one with the least ar-
tistic sense, and now that the size of the
Japanese has increased until they crowd
one another, and even overlap, the evil is
possibly accentuated." Later on in the
paper in speaking of making any change
from the board system, which he remarks
has often been advocated, and as often
promptly objected to, he says: "It would,
therefore, be almost presumptuous on mj-
part to advise a radical alteration were
it not that this so-called impossibility has
nlrcndy been shown to be perfectly feasi-
ble on the other side of the water, where
our American friends iiov/ allude with
contempt to the Imrb.irou.^ piacticc —
now happily a thing of the past with
them— of exhibiting chrysanthemums on
beards."

In the discussiim that followed Mr. H.
Wynne rem.'irked iih follows: "With rcf
erenee to wliiit Mr. I'earhon has said re-
8|)ccting the practice of showing blooms
on long Htems as in America I may say
that I li.'ive two young gardening friends
in the SliilcH who are familiar with all
that iKT'iiins to the leading clirysanthc-
niiim Hho AS in Ivngland. Last vear after
the MiidiHon S(|uare show at .New York,
which they visited, I hail accounts from
both with renaril to that exhibition, and
they particularly pointed out two things.

The second point they impressed upon me
was that the plan of showing blooms cut
with long stalks in glasses was not a suc-
cess. The blooms were toD heavy to
stand up without supports, and after the
first hour or two was not much of an
attraction. I subsequently saw illustra-
tions of the Madison Square show and
anything less pleasing I can hardly im-
agine."

A great deal that is written in the
journals and reports on the other side of
what we are doing is very unjust, and
sometimes entirely uncalled for, but in
this case I think that we can do some-
thing to make our exhibitions more at-
tractive and greatly improve the general
effect. Elijah A. Wood.

West Newton, Mass.

To Prevent Rust. — Dissolve one pound of sul-
phate of copper in two quarts ol ammouia in a 2-
gallon jar. When dissolved add another quart of
ainnionia and .^tir well. [The liquid can be kept
in this form for some time and used as needed. 1
Add a pint of this solution to a barrel of water and
syringe the plants with a force-pump ever>' two
weeks. And don't let the time for spraying pass
without attending to the operation.

Carnations.

While the plants are making themselves
in the field it might be well for us to look
ahead and make our plans for the follow-
ing season. One of the first things to
think of is the fact that we are likely to
have a lot of new seedlings put on the
market again. Looking at this from a
buyer's point of view one can not help but
wish there were fewer of them, for to try
them all is quite an item of expense and
not to try them all is possibly to miss the
very ones that would suit you the best.

This seedling business is getting like
everything else in which there has been a
little money, very badly overdone. Not
that we can get too many really good
carnations, but the trouble is that every
one who has a seedlingthat is fairlygood
puts it on the market, and the buyers ex-
pecting considerable more from it than it
is able to fulfil get disgusted, and the next
season arc likclv to buv few or none of
the novelties offered. This tiding seems
to be getting almost universal, judging
from the conversation one hears among
carnation growers. It remains with the
introducers of newcarnations to counter-
act this feeling by being verycardul what
they put out. This jjolicy has been fol-
lowed by a few, and one feels pretty safe
in investing some money in their stock.
Outside ol a very (cw I do not think the
siedlirig liiisiness last season paid much
bitter tliiiii to have taken up the same
room with a good standard variety. To
m.ike a seedling a go now it should in the
first place be a decided advance over sorts
we now li.ivcanil the higherthis advance
is placed the hcttcr. Then it should be
held until there is a good .stock of it, so
that blooms can be sent to all the flower
shows wUliin reach, and a few good
stores supplied with it, and t lure should
be enough pl.mts to supply a good ilc-
maiul fir rooted cuttings wilhoutcutting
the ])lints all to pieces ;inil weakening
the stock. Neglect of this latter orccau-
tion I think is ol'lcn where a new sort gets
its death warrant the first year it is put

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DECORATIONS AT THE FUNERAL OP THE LATE PRESIDENT OP PRANCE.

on the market. These novelties are gener-
ally put on the market at a pretiy high
figure for rooted cuttings, and it is but
just to the buyer that the plants are
carefully grown to produce good healthy
stock.

Some growers get fancy ideas about the
value of a seedling, and think that the
men who introduce it are making an
independent fortune. I know of one case
the past season where one plant of a new
white was ofiered to several growers for
$500. It would take a mighty good
variety to be worth such a figure as that.
Some growers evidently think there is an
awful lot of money in a seedling or two.

It is interesting to grow a few seedlings
every season, or if you can afford it a
bouse of them, but we should all be very
careful about putting them on the market
until they have proved themselves of real
worth to the average cut flower grower.
Albert M. Herr.

Miscellaneous Seasonable Hints.

Those who grow quantities ot Lilium
lancifolium, and I cannot see how a re-
tailer can get along without them, will
cut more than he sells of the pots, and
remember the bulbs are perfectly good
and profitable for another year; you have
not forced them as you do Harrisii at
Easter time. Don't throw them under a
bench after the stem is cut; place them
out of doors, and if the weather is very
dry water two or three times a week till
stems are ripe. They can then be stored
away in any cool place, but keep them in
the soil till you are ready to start grow-
ing again in January or February.

Gloxinia bulbs can now be bought so
cheaply that it hardly pays to keep over
the plants that are unsold, yet if you de-
sire a few extra large plants and early
ones for next year save those that you
don't sell. The same rule appliesto these
as to lilies, and for that matter all decid-
uous bulbs. It is murder to suddenly
stop all growth and then expect the bulb
or roots to have laid up a store of latent
vigor for next season. Withhold water
gradually and you will be coming near
what the plant was accustomed to in its
native habitat.

It will soon be time (middle of August
I think about right) to sow mignonette.
Some advocate solid benches or a very
deep bench. If you don't have that 5
inches of soil on a raised bench is good
enough. The most important thing about
its cultivation is a light house. If shady
it will grow spindling and weak and use-
less. A temperature of 40° at night will
suit it finely, with a rise of 10° to 15° in
day time. Don't fall into the mistake
that many do in growing it thick; 15
inches between the rows and one foot be-
tween the plants is amply thick enough.
Sow a few seeds at every foot and thin
out, leaving only the strongest plant.
You may not have a call for mignonette
spikes at $1.50 per dozen, but you can-
not be without it in your retail trade, for
of all "greens" in use in winter time it is
the most acceptable, with a few flowers.

Cytisus raceraosus, either large or
small plants, is now growing very freely.
Don't neglect the shears; you can now
trim them into compact little heads, and
they will stand any amount of shearing.

.\diantum cuneatum, the ever popular

maidenhair fern, is always in demand. It
is a common thing to see fine specimens
here and there that have never been
picked at, but seldom do you see good
benches of it for commercial use. The de-
mand for it in our trade is continuous
every day in the year. The most profita-
ble way to grow it is to plant it out in 5
or 6 inches of soil on a well drained bench.
The soil should be one-half light loam,
one-fourth thoroughly rotten cow man-
ure and one-fourth well decomposed re-
fuse hops. Some broken up charcoal
mixed through the lot will also help. I
would call the bench well drained if it had
one inch of broken crocks and over them
a very thin sod or a thin layer of the
spent hops. There are many localities
where the refuse hops cannot be pro-
cured. Then leaf mould — not muck from
the swamp — will do as well. While grow-
ing a temperature of 60° at night in win-
ter time should be the lowest. Undoubt-
edly a moist temperature is what they
delight in, without being syringed. It is
not half as easy to grow them here as it
is in Great Britain on account of our
much drier climate. The greatest enemy
that A. cuneatum basis the slug. A small
lot of these can be mastered by overlook-
ing them and traps set in the way of cab-
bage leaves and sliced turnips, but a big
lot must be treated to air-slacked lime
dusted over and into the crowns of the
plants. A bench of adiantum well grown
will pay about as well as any crop that
can be handled.

If you are short of any of the flowering
begonias, such as incamata and others
they will now root readily, and make
good useful plants by Christmas next.

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The great trouble with a propagating
hoDse, or rather the sand, is the preva-
lence of anthracnose. This is an tnemy to
fight at all times, but particularly in hot
weather. The ammoniacal mixture has
been told about before, but I will just re-
peat that I have found the following
formula answer finely, and keep the sand
absolutely clear of this destructive little
plant. It is 2 quarts of common liquid
ammonia, at whatis known as a strength
of 24, in which dissolve 1 pound of sul-
phate of copper. Pour the whole lot into
a barrel of water, say 35 to 4-0 gallons;
I water the sand just before putting in
the cuttings and if the fungus should
make its appearance before the cuttings
are ready to take out give the bench
another sprinkling. Thousands of cut-
tings could be saved if this were followed
out with every fresh batch of cuttings.
Wm. Scott.

Cattleya Hybrids.

Laelio-Cattleya Amesiana. This hand-
some hybrid was raised by Messrs. Veitch
about ten years ago and named in honor
of the late Mr. Ames. It is the result of a
cross between Lalia crispa and Cattleya
maxima. It was pronounced at that
time one of the finest of the Veitchian
hybrids. It is intermediate in habit,
dwarier than crispa, still stately in ap-
pearance, resembling the grand exoniensis.
The petals are of better form than the
latter, white slightly suffused with pink,
and beautifully undulated; the sepals nar-
rower, of the same color; lip broad, ex-
panding, beautifully frilled, margined
with purple; tront portion of lip rich am-
ethyst purple two inches deep, bordered
^th a zone of white; the throat a rich
yellow. This hybrid is a charming com-
panion for exoniensis, flowering in late
Bummer. We grow them in baskets sus-
pended near the glass, and give the same
treatment as cattleyas.

Cattleya roinucia. This hybrid is an-
other of the Veitchian gems, the result of
crossing Cattleya Ilarrisonia; with Cat-
tleya maxima. The result is a plant of
stronger constitution than either of its
parents, and an ornamental plant; it
makes sturdy growth, with two glaucous
green leaves at the summit of the bulb.
\Ve have six large flowers standing fully
expanded, each five inches across, the
■epalt and petals of a uniform pinkish
lilac, veined; the lip broad, three Inches
long, slightly recurved, the Iront part of
lip netted and colored as in maxima
arK>ut one inch; the disc broad yellow ex-
tending into throat, interior throat tur-
gid pink, side lot)cs bright lilnc. This is
indeed a charming hybrid and a grand
companion for that other Ix-auty, cuco-
glossa, which is another hybrid having
Harrisonia- for a parent, but flowering in
the autumn.

L.-rlif>-Cnttlcyn Ingrami. This beau-
tiful hybrid was raised by Mr. Ingram,
an ardent amateur, after whom it is
named. It is the result ol crossing Cut-
tleyn Dowinnn with Liclia I)a^nna. It
is intermediate in habit, partaking of the
character of both parents. In the flower
the influence of Da jana is strongly pro-
nounced, the iictals being about two
nches in length by one and a half in

breadth, rosy purple; sepals of the same
length but narrower and light purple; the
lip broad, expanding, of rich velvety
maroon, extending and suflTusing the
whole column. A few gold pencillings
are noticeable through the front part of
labellum. The rich coloring is here unsur-
passed by any other orchid.

We grow this plant in a basket sus-
pended in the cattleya house and use the
same material which is used for other
cattleyas, viz., good fibrous fern root.
Immaterial the variety, whether osmunda,
athyrium or polypodium, or a good live
sphagnum of any variety and a little
charcoal, a sprinkling of dry cow manure.
Mix the whole together and j-ou have
good cattleya compost.

Wm. Robinson.

Convention Notes.

TRANSPORTATION.

The committee on transportation say
they have had several inquiries about
special rates. They say that the special
excursion rates to Atlantic City made by
almost all railroads are cheaper than the
regular convention rate ol one fare going
and one-third returning. They advise all
the delegates to ask their agents for the
special excursion rate through to Atlan-
tic City. The low rates offered are made
to induce travel to the shore, and we
think are about half the regular fare.

The Philadelphia club will go by a spe-
cial train leaving on Monday afternoon.
This train will be in charge of the trans-
portation committee. It is to be deco-
rated both inside and out and we are
assured that no one will be allowed to
suffer from thirst or hunger en route.

HOTELS.

The hotel committee has prepared a
list of all the prominent hotels and large
cottages in Atlantic City and have made
arrangements by which they are to have
an up to date account of their accommo-
dations on Monday, the 20th of August.
This will be presented to delegates on
trains between Phila. and Atlantic City,
and copies can also be obtained from the
committee at the convention hall. The
committee have been assured that there
will be no difficulty whatever in finding
accommodations for all the members and
their friends.

For those who desire strictly first-class
accommodations the following hotels are
recommended: The Dennis (no buffet),
$3.50 per day; the Shelburne (no buffet),
$3.50: the Brighton, $3.50; the Windsor,
$3.50; Haddon Hall (no buffet), $3.50;
the Seaside (no buffet), $3.00. The name
of hotel and Atlantic City is all the ad-
dress required. All the above named
houses are situated as near to the beach
as possible; they are all number one in
every resiKJct. The prices quoted are reg-
ular rates; for extra accommodations,
special rooms, etc., an additional charge
is made.

The large cottages, accommodating
from 50 to 150 people and whose rates
range from $1.50 to $2.50 per day, ac-
commodate the great bulk of summer vis-
itors, and it is safe to say that a mancan
suit his purse and tastes in hotel accom-
modations better in Atlantic City than
anywhere else in this country.
Tin: iiowi.i.Nc. .MATCH.
It has Ik-cu settled that the bowling
match is to take place on the Mrunswick
alleys, corner of Indiana and .Atlantic
avenues. There are five alleys in this
establishment side by side. They are in
good shape, plenty of room to run and
nothing to interfere with a bfiwler deliv-

ering a ball from either side of alley. The
only drawback is that they are not regu-
lation, being but 36 inches wide and the
pins only 10 inches apart. They are,
however, regulation length, 60 feet from
head pin to toe line. There is in addition
plenty of room for spectators. The com-
mittee have exclusive use of the room
which contains the alleys for the two
evenings on which the tournament will
take place, Wednesday and Thursday,
August 22 and 23. As the alleys are pub-
lic there is nothing to hinder anyonefrom
getting them down fine, and we imagine
there will be some tired boys about this
establishment before the contest is over.

There will be three team prizes: First,
a large silver vase especially made for the
occasion; 2d, a handsome ice pitcher and
tray that will be an ornament in any flo-
rists'club room; 3d, a satin surfaced sil-
ver vase and tray. There will be three in-
dividual prizes for the best average scores
made: First, a sterling silver cup appro-
priately engraved; 2d, a gold scarf pin in
the form of a thistle with a small dia-
mond dew drop; 3d, a pair of gold link
sleeve bu'tons.

There is also to be an individual match
for those who are not taking part in the
tournament. Everyone who desires will
have a chance to roll one game, those
making the three highest scores receiving
handsome prizes.

The Spauldingcup, now in possession
of the New York club, having been won
by them from the Phila. club at St. Louis,
will of course be the prize of the meeting.
The conditions regulating this cup are
that it is to become the property of the
club winning it the second time. As both
New York and Phila. have won it once
this contest has a special significance for
them. In addition to these prizes the
Florists' Excha<tge offers a handsome silk
banner, to be given to the club making
the highest score in \.\ie. first game. This
prize has, like the Spaulding cup, to be
won twice to become the sole property of
the winner.

The teams are to consist of six men
each, as before. Each team will roll two
games, the total number of pins in both
games deciding the victors. It is pro
posed to start all the teams on number
one alley, then to No. 2, 3 and 4 and back
again to No. 1, and so on until the ten
frames are completed. In this way all the
teams will roll on the same alleys and
there will be no choice of positions. Four
teams can roll at once. The No. 5 alley
will be reserved for the individual match,
which can be going on at the same time.
Those desiring to enter the contest (and
the committee hope that every florists'
club will be represented) should address
at once John Wcstcott, Ridge and Lehigh
avenues, Phila., chairman of bowling
committee.

ItOWLlNO RITI.KS WHICH WILL GIJVEUN TUK TOUR-
NAMKNT AT ATLANTIC CITY.

1— Tlic Raim." ndontfd to be plnycci by clubs in
thiB tourimnirnt snnll be wlint is known ns the
American Ten Frnine Came.

- -There shall be tt line drawn acros.H the allcy.s
nixly feet from llie liend or front i>in.

3 -Any woo<len ball may be n.ned that doeil not
exceed twenty Heven inches in circumference.

4 — The Rame shall consist of ten frames when,
should the number of points be equal, the piny
Shalt be continued until a majority of points upon
anetinal number of frames shall be attained,
which shall conclude Ihe >{anie. All strikes and
spares made in the tenth frnmeshnll be completed
before leaving thr alley and on same alley ns
made.

fi — Players must piny in re^nlnr rotation, and
alter the first innliif; no changes can be nia<le, ez-
cept with the consent of the Captains.

n Players are to roll but a frame at a time, and
to ehatlKe alleys every frame.

7— The Umpires shall tnke Rreat care that the
reeulntions respecting the bnlls, alleys and all
mles of the f^anic arc strictly observed. They will

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DECORATIONS AT THE FUNERAL OP THE LATE PRESIDENT OF FRANCE.

be the judges of fair and unfair play, and shall de-
termine all disputes and differences which may
occur dur-ng the game. They shall take special
care lo declare all foul balls immediately upon
their occurrence, unasked, in a distinct and audi-
ble voice.

8— Umpires shall be selected by the Captains of
the respective clubs, and they shall perform all
the duties in Rule 7, except recording the games,
"which shall be done by scorers, one of whom
shall be appointed by each of the contending
clubs.

9 — No persons except the Captains shall be per-
mitted to approach or speak with the Umpires,
Scorers or players during the progress of the game,
unless by special request oi the Umpires.

10— A player must not step on or over the line in
delivering the ball, nor after it has been delivered,
until it leaves the alley. Any ball so delivered
shall be deemed "foul," and the pins (if any made
on such ball) shall be placed in the same positions
as they were before the ball was rolled. It is also
considered a foul ball if any part of the person
should touch any part of the alley beyond the line
before the ball leaves the alley. All foul balls
shall count as balls rolled.

11— Should any ball delivered leave the alley be-
fore reaching the pins, or any ball rebound from
the back cushion, the pins, it any, made on such
balls shall not count, but must be placed in same
position as they were before the ball was rolled.
All such balls to count as balls rolled.

12 — Persons to act as Judges shall bechosen, one
by each Captain, who shall take their positions at
the head of the alleys and see that the pins are
properly set up, and that no one interferes with
them in any way until the player is through roll-
ing. They will immediately report to the Cap-
tains any irregularities that they may notice dur-
ing the progress of the game.

13— The dead wood must be removed from the
alley after each ball. Should a pin be displaced
from the perpendicular and in such position that
it falls on the removal of the dead wood it is to be
counted as down.

14— Sufficient space shall be allotted to the par-
ticipants in the game, to which none but members
of tne teams shall be admitted.

A SHOOTING MATCH.

Friday, the 24th, is to be a day of
sport, and while we are not authorized to
say very much about the arrangements
for this day, we feel that it will be best to
let the boys know that the committee

have arranged to have a shooting match
at Blue Rocks by teams of six men each,
representing the various florists' clubs.

This match is to come off at the ocean
end of the large pier and will no doubt be
a very interesting affair.

There is to be a handsome silver vase
for the first team prize and valuable sou-
venirs for the three individuals making
the best scores.

The committee will furnish guns and
ammunition, but if anyone has a pet
shooting iron he is at liberty to bring it
along. K.

The Outlook for the Retail Florist.
In the present hard times the outlook
for the retail grower is not very rose
colored; in many parts of the country the
labor troubles have curtailed the incomes
of many of the florists' best customers to
a great extent and the weather this spring
was against plant sales. Another trouble
was over production, and some growers
being afraid that they could not sell out
cut prices, others, to make sales and gain
new customers did the same, and to meet
them all the others had to follow these
examples. Now there is no reason
in this age of florists' clubs, why the flo-
rists should not fix plant prices in spring
in each city, the same as the milk man or
coal or ice dealer, of course taking a good
clean well grown plant as a standard, I
do not mean that the florist should fix an
exorbitant price on his goods, but have a
living profit. Where is the money in good
■t-inch geraniums at one dollar a dozen,
and deliver them at that? Other plants
in proportion. Nowgentlemen.tell methe
use of trade associations and societies,
when there is no uniformity of prices, and
no standard of what constitutes a good

or first grade plant; when there are so
many petty jealousies and spites among
neighbors in our profession, all of which
seem to culminate in trying to undersell
each other. So just try next season to
bury the hatchet, and if you have not a
florist club in your city organize one;
then all sell at one uniform price and you
will find more profit and a much better
feeling in the craft.

Another source of trouble in the trade
in many parts of the country is parties
with no experience in the business organ-
izing floral companies and cutting rates;
men who may be able to run a dry goods
or grocery store, but who, after six
months on the board of directors of one
of these concerns, knows more than a
man who has had a life-longexperience in
the trade, and who when they start in
business, look down on the florist who
knows his profession with contempt, and
begin to tell how long it will be until
they burst so-an-so up; that they are
going to run the trade in that town, etc.
Of course they begin to run it by cutting
prices to gain customers, and sometimes
they make some money, but generally
wind up by making an assignment, and
in their brief but meteoric career work a
great amount of harm to the trade.

Now if you can't make it go in the lines
you have beenworkingon, tryandmakea
achange; do not keepgoingout in on in the
old rut. If carpet bedding isgoing out in
your town, why don't grow so much of
that class of stuff, grow more of the lines
that you got most money from; also try
and educate your customers to better
things. You must play the role of instruc-
tor in many placesand work the public up
to a better knowledge of plants and flow-
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the same stuff now as ten years ago, and
say "What is the use of doing differently;
the people here send to sach-and-such a city
for their plants and flowers." Now if yon
only grew that stuff at home they would
not send away for it. Whenever you see
anything of that come into your town
try to excel it next time, and you will
keep trade at home.

Another thing is you must make your
places attractive; do not allow your
houses to be dirty and littered up with
rubbish; it makes me tired to have a flo-
rist tell me he is so busy that he can not
keep the place clean. It shows a lack of
system, and you never see good stock on
a dirty place. Nothing will keep ladies
out of a greenhouse like narrow dirty
walks and dusty dirty sheds; a lady
will always patronize the establish-
ment where she can keep her skirts
clean, and I notice in an extended
trip amongst the trade this season that
the men who had clean and attractive
establishments did not complain of hard
times, but were satisfied with the amount
of business done.

While it behooves every florist to prac-
tice economy this season still the outlook
is not so bad as some pessimists and
croakers make it out to be, and I think
that trade will be tair. Another reason
for the hard times cry with florists is that
many have too large an establishment
for their capital. The large sales and
good prices obtained for a few years back
have caused many to enlarge their estab-
lishments too much, and then when
prices fell as they naturally did from in-
creased production and no corresponding
increase in the demand, thej' were unable
to meet their payments and that caused
a lack of confidence iu the trade. While
there has not been much increase in new
glass this year I think that it will tend to
make trade better this season, and I
think the florist trade will be in a health-
ier state this time next year than it is
now. One thing is sure; in proportion to
the capital invested there has been a
smaller amount of failures in the florist
trade than almost any other line of busi-
ness, and somehow the members of the
craft always manage to pull through
every financial storm in tolerably good
shape. I Icel sure that trade is going to
show a healthy increase next season, for
taking this season as a busincsscriterion,
and the univeral stagnation in every
trade, the florist and nurseryman have no
reason to complain. They have done
well, and if they only hold together and
stop cutting each other's prices there is
money in the trade yet.

Hackensack, N. J. Jas. S. Taplin.

Chicago.

Mr. J. A. I'ettigrew has accepted nn ap-
pointment as suiKrintcndcnt of the parks
of Milwaukee, Wis., taking charge August
1. The city has some +00 acres of parks,
a considerable portion of which is yet to
be improved. While Chicago horticult-
urists regret exceedingly to see Mr. I'etti-
grew go elsewhere they rejoice that his
new field of lalnir is not far distant and
that conicquently they may ho[>c to sec
him at least occasionally in the future.
Milwaukee is to be warmly congratu-
loted on securing the services of such an
able man. If the necessary sinews of wir
are provided he will surely make Mil-
woakec's park* merit a national repu-
tation.

linsineSR is as dull as ever. The supply
of rosea is not very large ns yet, but more
than enough for all demands. Although
the quality is improving, on the whole

INTBRIOR OP PANTHEON.
DECORATIONS AT THE FUNERAL OF THE LATE PRESIDENT OF FRANCE

the average is extremely poor yet. Me-
teor is fairly good, though the flowers are
by no means of so good a quality as this
variety is capable of producing in sum-
mer. The best selected stock sells at $3.
Beauties are coming forward again in
good shape; some fairly long stemmed
stock may be had which bring $1 a dozen,
wi^h an occasional extra fine lot a few
points higher. La France does not show
up as well as in former mid-summer sea-
sons; the flowers are small and soft; price
$2 for the best. A few good Testout and
Kaiserin are seen which are in good de-
mand at %?,. The balance of the list,
which constitutes the great bulk, goes for
anything it will fetch.

niooms from field grown carnations are
offered freely but meet with small de-
mand. The flowers are very small, owing
to the continued drouth. The plants
are reported ns suffering severely in many
localities, and unless there are rains soon
the fields will lie b.idly damaged.

The retail trade is in as stagnant a con-
dition as ever. Joe Curran did a decora-
tion Inst week which was uni<|ue if noth-
ing else. The occasion, ns announced by
the I'cllowHhip Club, was the annual pic-
nic at Kinsley's woods. The "woods"
were planted by our friend [oc in Kins-
ley's ballrom, and were allogctlu-r ii
good imitation of a certain style of picnic
ground. Trees and hedges of arbor vit.e,

a lountam in the center surrounded with
bedding plants in bloom and pond lilies
floating in the water, constituicd the dec-
oration. Hut stop, we must not forget
the artistic lager bier signs which adorned
the woods everywhere, and such placards
as "Keep off the grass" (green sawdust
in this instarce), "Dogs not allowed in
this park," "Beware of pickpockets,"
and other even more suggestive signs.
Neatly hidden in a cozy arbor of fragrant
greenery might be found the regulation
beer keg on tap. The conception and ex-
ecution of this "decoration" did great
honor to the genius of our friend Joe, and
unquestionably proved Ills familiarity
with the stitijcct. The scene wis inspir-
ing, for ;is welcft the "woods" we caught
sight of the bill of fare, which included
such trifles as red herring, pretzels, Wiener
wurst .^n(I sauerkraut, Limburgcr cheese,
etc.

Owing to an oversight by the secretary
no notice of a meeting for the club last
Thursd.'iy w.'is sent out. In con8ei|uence
there was no quorum present, but as
there is some very important business
which should be acted upon at once, a
special meeting was called for Thursday
next, August 2. Ivlcctions of oflicers to
fill vacancies caused by resignations will
be held. Members are urgently rc(|ucsted
to attend.

Kecent visitors: Mr. S. B. Parsons,

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AT THE PALACE OF THE BLYSEE
DECORATIONS AT THE FUNERAL OF THE LATE PRESIDENT OF FRANCE.

Superintendent of Central Park, New
York; Harry Balsley, Detroit, Mich.

The "Chicago wholesale Florist Club"
has been organized, its objects being "To
cultivate social relations, afford mutual
protection against dead-beats, delin-
quents and frauds, and advance the inter-
ests of the trade." The officers are Flint
Kennicott, president; Geo. Harrer (of
Niles Center Floral Co.), vice-president;
Geo. Klehm, secretary and treasurer.
Other members are J. B. Deamud & Co.,
Corbrey & McKellar, Olsen & Hughes,
Geo. Piepgras, A. G. Prince, A. L. Ran-
dall, Reinbeip Bros.

Philadelphia.

The man who is in prison for stealing
from a florist and who tried to commit
su'cide a week or so ago was working for
Messrs. Mvers & Sanlman of Wynd-
moor at the time of his arrest. Haber-
mehl & Brother of 22nd and Diamond
had been on the lookout for him for some
months, he having stolen $75 worth of

plants from them while in their employ
last fall. Messrs. Myers & Santman say
that he was a good worker, being very
industrious. They have found out since
he has gone that they also were being
systematically robbed, and many little
things lost an-l missed have been found
to have gone through his agency.

Mr. Robert Craig has also had some
experience in this line recentlj-. For the
past year or two he has been missing
tools, particularly valuable steam fitting
implements and other articles that could
be conveniently carried away. Finally
Charles Calnan, a trusted employe who
was about to leave, was suspected and
on being arrested and his house searched
n great number of the missing tools were
found. He is now awaiting trial.

Harry Waterer has returned from a
visit to his home in England. He reports
having had a very good time. During
his Sta3' he saw some very fine carna-
tions, much larger than fine flowers here.
They were borne on good stout stems
from 8 inches to a foot in length, but

each flower had to have a small rubber
band around the calyx.

S. S. Pennock is now handling short
white carnations by the bushel.

C. J. Pennock of Kennett has planted
about an acre of carnation Mrs. Fisher,
which he finds is a good summer bloom-
ing variety. From the way they are
coming it they would seem to be as free
as balsams; 50 cents per hundred is the
price, but if 500 to 1,000 lots are wanted
a little whispered consultation takes
place and the dealer generally goes away
satisfied.

Mr. Wm. F. Eaton of Girard avenue is
all smiles. It's a boy. Congratulations,
Billy.

Business the past week has been fairly
good for this season. The heat has been
something terrible. The ground about
here is very dry and parched and rain is
badly needed.

James Verner has moved his establish-
ment from Darby to Lansdowne. It was
not a very laborious undertaking, as it
never existed in Darby except on paper.

K.

Boston.

Inquiries regarding the bedding plant
trade in this section elicit the fact that in
general this branch of the business has
been more unsatisfactory this season
than lor yeprs previous. Theseason was
shorter, prices lower and the general
demand not up to the average. The prices
at auction showed a decided fall through-
out the list.

Owing to a light crop of Southern fruit
and vegetables all the peddlers in the city
turned their attention to selling plants,
and knowing nothing about the trade
slaughtered prices early in the season and
recovery was impossible.

The hydrangea seems to ha ve gone where
the agaves went a few years ago, "into
innocuous desuetude" as one grower puts
it, and the palm and the rubber are
spoken of as likely to take its place.
Taken as a whole, considering the low
prices and the very slow collections the
bedding plant trade for 1894 has not left
a very brilliant record.

Saturday, July 28th, was sweet peaday
at Horticultural Hall. The display was
not as extensive as on some former occa-
sions but those that were shown were
very fine blooms. With the exception of
a small collection from the Bussey Institu-
tion in which the flowers were shown
with the pea foliage, none of the exhibits
were entitled to any credit for the man-
ner in which they were put up. Some of
them could not be much worse had they
been arranged by a five yearold child. H.
B. Watts was awarded first prize for dis-
play of named varieties and F. H. Blake
first for general display.

Nothing finer in the line has been seen
in this hall for a long time than the col-
lection of sixtv varieties of petunias
shown by L. W. Goodell. The advance
s'lown in substance and size of flower
and novelty of coloring since Mr. Goodale
made his last exhibit three or four years
ago was something remarkable.

W.J. Martin, gardener to N'.T. Kidder,
« as awarded the Society's silver medal
fir an exceptionally well grown and
flowered plant of Ixora Dixiana, which
occupied a central position on the stage
and attracted much attention. A dish of
enormous mushrooms, a rare sight at
this season, won for Mr. M. J. Murphy a
first-class certificate of merit. Mr. Roy
showed several good bunches of hot bpuse
grapes.

N. F. McCarthy and W. H. Elliott will

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go on a cruise on Mr. McCarthy's yacht
on August 3. Their destination is Nova
Scotia, where they expect to spend a week
camping in the woods. The last time Mr.
Elliott camped out he slept with bis feet
too near the fire and burnt his moccasins
off.

Trade in cut flowers is exceedingly dull.
There is nothing doing except a little
funeral work. Bar HarDor, which has in
former seasons been a good July customer
for Boston, is sending for disposal in this
market Laings, Brunners and Neyrons
which beat anything that can be grown
in midsummer here. Geo. A. Sutherland
is receiving them.

Mr. Michael Barker, for some years
employed at the Harvard Botanic Gar-
den, is leaving that place to accept the
position of superintendent of the experi-
ment grounds at Cornell University. Mr.
Barker hopes to find a way to be of some
service to the commercial growers in his
new charge.

X very welcome visitor to Boston dur-
ing the past week was Prof. J. F. Cowell
of Buffalo, who was making a little tour
of inspection of the .\rnold Arboretum
and the Harvard Botanic Garden.

Cincinnati.

No use talking about business, as that
is an unknown quantity in this market
now. The great event has come and
gone, but with pleasant recollections.
I have reference to the first annual outing
by the Cincinnati florists, held at Woods-
dale Island Park, Thursday, July 26. One
sptcial train of six coaches and baggage
pulled out of the C. H. & D. R. K. depot
at 9;05 a. ra. and by the time we reached
Lockland,"thehomeol Frank Pentland,"
we had on board SfiO people, includingthe
grower?, store men , their wivts, children
and sweethearts. We arrived at the
Island at 10:30. A short description of
Woodsdale will not be out of place. It is
situated on the banks of the big Miami
riverand Miami canal, 3.5 miles trom Cin-
cinnati, amid handsome old oaks, olean-
ders and flower beds; inland is a beauti-
ful little lake for row boats, at the west
end of the island is the pony track, while
at the east end is the base ball park. The
committee composed of Ben (ieorge,
William Murphy and IC. 0. C.illctt had
mapped out a program for the day and
were busily engaged putting same into
execution. The first event on the pro-
gram W8B game of football; sides were
choBcnby Oito Waike and E.S.Johnston,
and P. LaFcvcr tossed the ball. Next in
order was the quoit pitching contests
under command of Colonel Thomas Jack-
son of Covington, Ky. For this was
given a solid silver cup suitably en-
graved; this prize was won by Kobtrt A.
Murphy of Delhi, O. .Next was the bowl-
ing contest , silver cup to party making
largest score with three balls. In this
contest there vcrc .'j.'j entries; the winner
was Albert Ilckman, Covington, Kv.
After dinner donkey race was called; .1
entries, Alt>crt ilcckman winner. At 2 p.
m. the Ikjj's foot race was called. I'riz'-
.">') cents won by Willie Sinfoot of CollcjiC
Hill. 2: LI p. m. foot race open to all, and
won easily by Chos. Critchcll against a
dozen contestants. Prize a florist bud-
ding knifr. 2;20 p. m. foot nice tor little
girl, prize a bts(|uc drill, nnil won by Jen-
nie Kolloth; 2 .')0 p. m. foot race for
"florists only," won by Chas. Critchcll,
who can run like a deer. Next foot race
for young Indies, prize sterling silver
sp<^ion, nnd won by a long reach by .Miiis
Carrie Noltc. At 2:G0 p. m. the fat man's
race was called. To sec these monsters

toeing the scratch awaiting the word
was a sight worth going miles to see, and
then to see them sprint after they got the
word. I will say right here that thetem-
perature was about S5°. This race
caused no end of amusement especially to
see Geo. Walker, janitor of ourfloralmar-
ket, run. He fairly cut the air, but the
race was won by Ed. Snider, Walker a
close second. This prize was a leather
medal. This ended the foot races and

after everybody had taken a glass of

water we proceeded to the river to watch
the regatta, the prize in this race being a
silver cup, J. D. Garnson winning by half
a length; Wm. Critchcll a close second;
Ed. Jordan won the leather medal for
coming in last. The greatest event was
the ball game between the growers and
storekeepers. For this we also had a
prize, a silver cup to the player making
the largest numberof base hits. This was
won by Voss of College Hill, and the
game won by the growers; score 13 to 4-,
5 inrings; umpire Chas. Rentz. To see
Will Murphy of the growers' team send-
inginthe balls from thepitcher's box was
fun. He fairly made monkeys of the store
boys, and to see Theo. Bock's whiskers
splitting the air as he tried to make first
base is a sight never to be seen again
"until next year."

At 6:45 p. m. our train steamed out for
Cincinnati, carrying 350 tired people, all
declaring they never had so good a time
and all statine that the first annual out-
itig of the Cincinnati florists was a suc-
cess. G.

St. Louis.

.\fter weeks of hopeless longing a good
heavy rain has put an end to the most
protracted drouth that has been known
here for years; for more than a hundred
days there has not been precipitation
enough at any one time to be called a
rain, and the condition of cropscan better
be imagined than described. Grass in
many places outside the reach of water
is dead, and many ornamental trees and
shrubbery have yielded up to the lack of
moisture.

The first picnic of the florists of St.
Louis and their friends came off at Mer-
emec Highlands on the 25th, and from all
accounts may be pronounced an uiK|ual-
ified success; a few of the details did not
work as smoothly as expected, owing to
the rules prepared by the committee not
being quite definite enoujh. Outside one
or two small jars, however, everything
was thoroughly enjoyed. The committee
having the matter in charge arrived on
the grounds early in the day, accompanied
by quite a few florists, and had things in
good shape to be disposed of when the
majority arrived. The athletic events
were the first things to be decided, nnd
owing to the number of entries in all of
the events the greater part of the after-
noon was spent in wntchint; the struggles
for supremacy. In the first event, the
lOO-ynrd run, a surprise was in store fur
the boys in the 8hn|)e of .Mr. Sutton, who
came prepared to win, e<|uippcd with
spiked shoes and a strong bucking; the
i|UCBtion was raised as to his eliuiliilllv
but WMS w.-iivcd on Mr. Connon's slntc-
nicnt lluit he was all right, 'riicpnliin-
iiKiry lic.its were won by Sullon.Tl■Il|lcill'c
nnd A. Y. Ivllison; and the final by Sut-
ton, with Tciisdnle a cIohc second. The
running liroail jump with seven entries
narrowed to n contest between C. Hvvcr
nnil K. I". Tesson, Beyer winning; with ii
jump of L5 feel 11 inches. The pntato
race forboys and girls 15 vcnrsand under
resulted on the fimt trial in a tie between

Harry Ellison and Oscar Benecke; in the
final Oscar Benecke won, and imposed
upon Jules Benecke the task of getting a
croquet set home. The slow race of 100
yards gave an excellent illustration of
how slow a florist can become, and at
the same time neither stand still or go
backwards; it was won by C. Juengel,
there still being several back ot him at
the time limit, the cane won being carried
proudly during the balance of the day.
The sack race was given over to the boys
entirely when the number of entries was
seen, and resulted in a win for Fred
Weber, Jr. The three legged race was the
most amusing feature of the afternoon's
sport, as well as being the most hotly
contested event on the program; two
preliminary heats were run, the first being
won by C. Beyer and A. Bruner, the sec-
ond by C. C. Sanders and R. F. Tesson.
The run off to decide the winners resulted
in a tie, both having reached the tape at
the same time, necessitating anothertrial
later in the afternoon, in which Beyer
and Bruner were the winners. The 50-
yard run for boys 14 years and under
was won by H. Ellison, and the 50-yard
dash for silver cake stand, open to ladies,
was won by Mrs. Bruner. The egg and
spoon race for laities and girls was cap-
tured by Sadie Young, the prize being a
handsome fan. Sides were chosen by C.
Young and J. Kunz, and in the pull that
followed Kurz's team won, mainly owing
to the heavy work of Herzog. When the
above events were finished a photograph
was taken of a majority present, and an
adjournment was held for supper, after
which the bowling contest commenced.
Owing to the number of entries it was
found impossible to roll more than one
game, so the prize provided for the high-
est average was Kiven to the second
highest individual score. The scores made
all through were poor, the winningscores
being as follows; first, C. Young, 190;
second, R. Beyer, 169; the booby prize
going to J. Kunz, for a total of 40 pins.
The dancing and boating were much en-
joyed during the afternoon and evening,
and when train time came all united in
pronouncing it a mosterjoyable day, and
SDoke of the affair as a fixed yearlyevent.
The train as it pulled into and out of
Gratiot st.ition was given an illumina-
tion by Mr. Herzog, whose greenhouses
adjoin the depot, .and which was re-
sponded to by the boys.

E. H. Michel and wife are visiting in
Texas. Will Young leaves for the east,
via Cincinnati and Springfield, on the
second. R. F. T.

Cleveland.

The down town florists have signed an
agreement to close their respective places
ol business at seven p. in. excepting
Satiird.iys, and at 1 \i. m. on Sundays for
the summer months only. Tliisis amove
in the right direction. (Inlv the hours on
Sunday .'ire too long yet. Wc have known
some of the leading stores not to have
over one to two customers come in after
six o'clock for days in succession andsaiil
customers only buy Ji c.irnation or ros-c
for the liiilteiii hole, which of course does
not pay lor the gas, not to mention the
heating the store gets from tliegiis, spoil-
ing wluit stock there is on hand outside
the refrigerator.

Mr. A. Campbell, on Cedaravcnue who
lost nearly nil his glass during the severe
hull storm last spring, has offered his
property for siile and will (|uit the busi-
ness entirely providing he can sell, other-
wise he may |)riteli up the old houses
.-igiiin.

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Mr. Charlesworth is busy tearing down
his houses on Sibley street, and will build
eight or nine houses on the lot adjoining
his greenhouses on Doan street. His
down town office will remain on Sibley
street a few doors farther east.

W. T. Long of Arcade Rose Houses
fame, has forsaken the trade and turned
his attention to other business. The
houses built recently by him on Doan
street are empty and in the hands of a
real estate agent.

The Cleveland Floral Co. have added
five good sized houses and will build
three more. This is the plant established
by J. C. Gooding. Frank Wiedner is the
florist in charge.

One of the best kept of the smaller
establishments in this neighborhood is
the snug place of Mr. Fred Aul, in Glen-
ville. Everything is in apple pie order.
There are five good sized houses and two
acres of fine soil nicely located. His resi-
dence is heated throughout with steam
furnished from the boiler at the green-
houses. Mr. Aul bought this place some
two years ago, and since then it has more
than doubled in value. L. F. D.

Buffalo.

There is nothing very new in our line
since my last. Weather warm and dry,
but not so dry as many other localities.
Our stores are gay with Japan lilies,
gloxinias. Beauty roses, water lilies and
mud turtles. All of it is mostly for dis-
play, for business is naturally dull, but
scarcely duller than this time in former
years.

As Rochester did not seem to care to
play the Buffalo boys this year at the
national game we had to get up a game
among ourselves. East Side vs. West Side.
It's humiliating to have toannouncethat
the plebeians from the East Side bested
the West, but you know the element from
which both ball players spring. There
never was a better general turn out of the
trade on any previous occasion. With a
few insignificant exceptions everybody
was there, from the veteran W. J. Palmer
down to the smallest errand boy, embrac-
ing all ages and sexes, color and condi-
tions of life. The score was 17 to 6 in
favor of the Dutch. Adetailed accountof
the game would not be of any interest;
suffice it to say that the battery for the
East Side were S. Jones, pitcher, S. A.
Anderson, captain. The latter wore a
bathing suit. Most of the ladies wore
blue glasses on that account. For the
West Side W. Belsey, Scott, pitcher and
Phillip Scott captain. The battery work
was on both sides far in advance of the
play of any of the rest. Mr. D. B. Long
was in right field and the only ball com-
ing his way he handUd as gently as he
would a Mme. Testout rose, so that it
escaped between his legs. Mr. Mepsted
sat on the refreshment box most of the
time, and as the weather was fearfully
hot he became perfectly exhausted open-
ing the lid. Altogether it was a most
enjoyable afternoon, and it took place at
Elrawood Beach, one of the many sum-
mer resorts of theNiagara riveron Grand
Island.

Four beautiful girls from Chicago
delighted us with a call last week. They
jvere Miss Anna Kreitling and the three
Misses McDonald. They were out to see
Buffalo, Toronto and the Falls. There is
courage and sell-reliance for you. They
were having an excellent time all to them
selves. Nothing but an important business
engagement prevented the writer from
having the honor of showing them over
at least part of our beautiful city. We

sincerely hope they arrived home in as
good spirits as they were blessed with in
our short interview. Their account of
business in Chicago made us realize that
we still live.

It's quite indefinite how many from
here will go to Atlantic City. At present
it looks like a good delegation. They
will leave at 10 p.m. Sunday on Delaware,
Lackawanna and Western R. R. via
Philadelphia. Friends and acquaintances
are respectfully invited to attend. W.S.

Westerly, R. I.— S.J. Reuterhas nearly
completed several new houses at his place
on Beach street.

Ellis, Mass.— There has been a change
in the firm of Peter Fisher & Co., and it
is now Fisher & Aird.

Brooklyn, N. Y. — Henry Meyer has
moved back to his old place at 60 Har-
man street, where he will continue the
business, confining himself to retail trade.

OsHKOSH, Wis. — Isaac Miles & Son
havejust completed two houses 67x20,
and one smaller. They will heat with a
Hitchings boiler.

SITUATIONS. WANTS. FOR SALE.

Advertisements under this head will be Inserted at
the rate of 10 cents a line (seven words) each Inser-
tion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not
admitted under this head

QITl'ATlON WANTED— By experienced gardener.
O either private or commercial. Address

H R. 2S6 S. Green St.. Chicago.

VJITUATION WANTFD— As gnrdener; 15 years' e.x-
n perience In Scotland and America: nee ;^.t: single.
(Jood references. W.'m. Watt. UallesborouKh. N. Y.

CJlTrATIOM WANTED— By young Cerman florist.
O prlviite or commercial; U> years' experience; sober
and reliable; good worker. Address

E. BHEiEU. US Melrose St.. Clilcnfro.

LilTUATION WANTED-By a flrst-class assistant:
O thoroughly competent: 4 years In commercial
place East preferred I Philadelphia!. Address

ASSISTANT, care American Elorlst.

SITUATION WANTED— On or before Sept. 1. by
O competent florist as first assistant or to take
charge. Best of reterences. For paitlcu'ars p'ease
address with your term« to Kl.oKlST.

care .Mr. Selby Myers. St. Joseph. Mo.

SITUATION WANTK.D— As oreman or assistant by
a thoroughly experienced florist; age 2h. single,
with 10 years' experience. Can furnish flrst-class ref-
ences. State particulars In answer. Address

C H. care American Florist. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED— By young man. ■»: ab-
i^ stalner. energetic, as foreman ur under, commer-
cial or private; cut flowers, bedding, foliage plants
and ferns. W-M .1. I'ottku.

01.5 Elmwood Ave.. Niagara Falls. N. '\ .

SITUATION WANTED— By a practical gardener
and florist: commercial or private place; 111 years'
experience In all branches; sober. reil:ible. Best ref-
erences. Address GAunKNKH.

care .John Locher. Frankly St.. Guttenberg. N.J.

IITI'ATION WANTED— By a young man. 211 years

.^ old; (;erman. can speak English: In commercial

place: well up In roses, ciirnatlons. violets, stove and

greenhouse plants- Fln.t-class references Address

BeumjaiU) SCQKLLEU. box 147. Soldiers' Home.

Leavenwdiili. Kan.

SITUATION WANTED-By a practical florist with
O life experience; age:iO; well posteii in roses. clirj's-
anthemums. palms, ferns and general greenhouse
stock. Good references. State wages Address
S. WEUKK. care Erdmans.
Peacbtree and Pryor Junction. Atlanta. Ga.

SITUATION WANTKI>— By expe'lenced grower of
O roses, etc.. well ucoualnled with all the require-
ments of retail and wholesale trade, wishes to take
charge of commercial place for percentage of profits,
or would like to lease. If on easy terms. Address

II P. care American Florist. Chicago.

SITUATION WANTED-By young man: age 22: ex-
O perlenced in growing roses, carnations, chrysan-
tiiemums. violets, and general stock. Understands
steam. Good propagator, and not afraid to work:
sober and reliable .\ I references- Address

L G B. 2IS Mt. Klilott Ave.. Detroit, Mich.

OITUATlON WANTED-A practical florist and gar-
O doner of exccutlvoabllUy and experience on hort-
icultural matltr. fully posted on all the routine and
rCMulsitcs of flrst-i-lass commercial places. Inside and
tiutslde matter, general pmpagatlon. Including nur-
sery stock, such as roses, shrubs, conifer, etc.: want
stliiation accordingly; best reference". Address

Plt.vt-TiCAI.. care Am. Florist. Chicago.

-iTTANTKD- F'lorist, reliable, sober, for roses and
VV general stock .stale terms and experience.
J T. WiLLlA.MsoN, I'rop'rLa Rose Gardens.
Memphis. Tenn.

s

WANTED-To correspond witb a young man who Is
a good decorator and designer, competent to fill
position in a retail store. Address

Western, care American Florist, Chicago.

OR KENT CHEAP—Green houses, stocked for cut
llower growing, J. H. Allex, Summerdale. 111.

F

F

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large second-hand florist's Ice
Box, value about $75. VArGiiAXs Seed Store,
S8 State Street, Chicago.

FOR SALE-At ^ cost, a Rider hot-air pumping
engine in good order. William H. Barnes,
Box 845, Independence, Kan.

FOR SALE OR RENT— Greenhouse. 2000 square ft.
glass. For particulars Inquire of

Theo. Noehle. Green Bay. Wis.

FOR SALE-1500 feet 4-ln(;h pipe— Hitchings. Price
on application. P. R. QriXLAX & Co..

'.•04 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, N. Y.

FOR SALE OR RENT-15.O0O or 30.G00 square ft. of
glass. For particulars inquire of

A. T. Jacksun. Station X. Chicago.

lOR SALE-ICIOO feet of 4-lnch cast Iron pipe and
fittings, as good as new.

Mrs. Geo. Waldbauer. Saginaw Mich.

FOR SALE CHEAP— Large, new hard wood and
glass florists Refrigerator. Used at World's Fair.
Cost J250. Vaughan's Seed Store.

I4t; & 148 West Washington St.. Chicago.

FOR RENT— A flrst-class commercial place In suburb
of Chicago, containing 15.00U square feel of glass,
well stocked with best vaiietles of forcing roses. Ad-
dress RENTER.

care Olsen & Hughes. tW Wabash Ave.. Chicago.

FOK SALE— On account of sickness, greenhouses of
;i^>00 feet nf glass, heated by steam: all In good
condition. Also dwelling house and ground. Good
retail cut llower and bedding plant trade. taJlO Inhat)-
itants: no otlier florist: three minutes to railroad sta-
tion: thirty minutes to Broad street station. Philadel-
phia; ;i4 trains daily. Or, will sell greenhouses and
give a lease on dwelling house and ground. Only
thoi-e meaulnp business need to applv for particulars.
Address Kohe'rt Craig.

4ytb and Market Sts.. Phlla.. Pa.

FOR SALE-A flrst-class florist establishment that
has netted 30 per cent on the price asked for the
place, and Is still growing, can be made to pay twice
that mufh: on accuuiit of imor health was unable to
gmw a suttiiirnt stucb t<.) si]|i|tlv Ihe di_Mii:ind. No op-
posltlnn. Ill a uiNillliv rind t-'mwlng i-ulleL'e cltv with
over C.tKX) inhabitants, lu ceutntl Missouri Green-
houses and everything new, with land \ik by 24(1 feet
neartlie public squnre. Price only J4.S00 If sold In the
ne.vt thirty davs. For more particulars write at once
to E. H. Michel.

Magnolia and Tower Grove Aves.. St. Louis, Mo.

FOR SALE OR RENT.

Two large greenhouses lUO feet long by IS feet wide,
containing .^K)0 feet of glass: built two years ago. with
all modern Improvements, by the late John F. Nitter-
house. practical florist. Greenhouses situated 'i. mile
fromiown: convenient to two railroHds. and stocked
with roses, carnations, etc. I'ossesslon given Oct. Ist.
For further particulars address

Mrs. S. J. NiTTEiiiioisE. Waynesboro.

Franklin Co . Pa.

Greenhouses to Rent.

At Moorestown, Burliugton Co.. New Jersey,
nine miles from Philadelphia, on railroad, four
houses, 10 000 feet of glass, two boilers. Sp'endid
opportunity.

JOS. T. SULLIVAN, Moorestown, N. J.

For Sale or Rent.

One of the largest and most successful plants in
the State of Ohio, consisting of about oO,0<X) feet of
glass, with three or six acres of fine land; houses
all in the best of order, and as good as new;
adapted to cut flowers. Reasons for selling, the
increasing demand for the Standard Ventilating
Machines demands more of rav time than I can
possibly Rive it and mu the florist business. For
particulars address

K HII'I'.\RI>, Yonnjrstown. Ohio,

FOR SALE.

Si.x (6) greenhouses, two hot water boilers,
about 2000 feet 2-inch wrought iron pipe,
valves, etc., lot of hotbed sash, frames,
benches and about 35,000 tlower pots. The
entire plant will be sold at a very low cash
price, as the whole must be removed off the
premises before Sept. 1st. For particulars
address l. R. MUNN. station C. Brooklyn. N. r.

FOR SALE CHEAP.

six small greenhouses in the best hralth resort
for invalids in the United States, heated with hot
water; good retail trade, close to Casino and Club
House, two acres of pround. six-room cottage
plenty of room to increase plant, expense of run-
ning small, no incumbrance on property: reason
for selling, too old for the business. For particu-
lars address

WM. M. FLINN. Florist,

Box 296. COLORADO SPRINGS. COLO.

1264

The American Florist.

Atig.

Subscription $1.00 a Year. To Europe, $2.00.

Advertisements, lo Cents a Line, Agate;

Inch. Si. 40; Column, S14.00.

Cash with Order.

No Special Position Gaaranteed.

Discounts. 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times, 10 percent;

26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent.

No reduction made for large space.

The AdvertislnK Department of the American'
Florist is for Florista. Seedsmen, and dealers In
wares pertaining to those lines ONLY. Please to
remembe It.

Orders for less tlian one-halt inch space not accepted.

Advertisements must reach us by Monday to secure
Insertion in the issue for the fullowiDK Thursday.

Address THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. Chicago.

o:bitua.:ry".

.\t Wobum, on July 25th. aged 49 years
10 months, after a brief but most painful
illness, died Mr. Edwin Gridley Bridge, of
cerebritis.

The deceased was born in Boston, but
some years ago moved to Somerville, N.
J., where he had a large farm and was also
in the ice business. Three years ago this
fall he returned to Massachusetts on ac-
count of his health and settled in Woburn,
where he bought a nice property and erect-
ed a modern style carnation house, from
which during the last two winters he has
cut some of the finest carnations that
have been sent into Boston.

He was a most enthusiastic, painstak-
ing grower, giving his whole attention to
his business, a firm believer in the bench
system, careful manuring, and in his own
words "Light, light, light."

It was a treat to visit him, for one was
always sure of a hearty welcome and his
"place" was ever the picture of neatness
and cleanliness inside and out, and in the
course of the conversation, one could not
help but pick up several useful ideas from
so close an observer.

He was honored and respected by all
who knew him. The craft can ill afford
the loss of such a man. I.

Water Snails.

Aquatic plants have their enemies in
the line of various insects, parasitic and
other pests, as do other plants, terrestrial
and epiphytal. Cultivators axe some-
times confronted with what they least
expect. The water snails hold a dual re-
lation to the aquarist .ind cultivator of
aquatic plants. The common water snail
I Linna-a nuricularius) is a most desirable
B[>ccic8, and a few siK'cimens in tubs and
tanks, and especially such where seed-
lings and young nymph.xas arc grown,
will j)rovc very beneficial, and are pre-
ferred to fish, as they will keep the water
and the young plants clean of alg.'c. w hich
at times is very troubltsome, and num-
ber* of plants arc lost in conB<()uciice.
They will feed on dead leaves and decay-
ing vcgctnMr matter, and never cat a
green leaf. They arc t)cncfactors and
among the cultivatr>r's ficst friends: this
can nr)t l>c the ii|)ccie» yourcorrcspondent
is desirous to get rid of, but there are
wvcrni R(iccirs, and one which I have met
cntf live plants as well as algii- ami de-
cayed vegetable matter. It has an rH|H'-
cinl liking for Aponogeton distacliyon,
limnnnthcmumn, and some vnrictici of
nymiih.-rn», which is [irobal)ly the siit-cirs
referred to. The only way to extermi-
nate them is liv haml picking and a
goodly niimljcr of gold orothcr fish in the
water. These will eat the larv.x, thus
cutting off the increase, but ns they can
not cat the mature snail the only rcaourc

Going to the Convention in Atlantic City?

You'll miss it if you don't, and your family should be
with you, as we will be on hand with a display of

Long's Florists' Photographs

and wish to show them to everybody. Meantime you
can have a catalogue of them by applying to

DAN'L B. LONG, Hhlishet, Buffalo, N. Y.,

CORBREY & McKELLAR,

Wholesale and Commission Florists,

64 & 66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO.

Phone Main 4508.

We are prepared to fill your orders with First-Class Flowers.
Give us a trial order.

FOR DECORATING,

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS BTAHUS

NOTHING CAN
EQUAL

CUT STRINGS s

) or small quantities to ai

^.

W. H. ELLIOTT, Brighton, Mass.

Shipped In larg:e or small quantities to any part of the country,
graph or telephone

TO 12 FEET LONa, SO CTS,

Orders by mall, tele-

Hardy Cut Ferns,

BOUQUET GREEN,

Laurel and Crreen Festooning, Wreaths, Etc.

SPHAGNUM MOSS IN ANY QUANTITY.

H. E. HARTFORD, 18 Chapman Place, BOSTON.

is band picking. Fish will also eat the
larvae of Linnasa auricularius, so the cul-
tivator must use discretion, and not
allow fish in tanks where he wishes to
preserve the snails. Wm. Thicker.

Chicago to Atlantic City.

The Chicago Florist Club has secured a
special low rate to the S. A. F. conven-
tion at Atlantic City, over the Pennsyl-
vania railroad. Train leaves Chicago at
3 p. m. Sunday, Aueust 19, passing over
the Allegheny Mountains in daylight and
reaching Atlantic City Monday evening.
Florists in the west and northwest who
wish to join the party arc cordially
invited to do so. Herthsmay be reserved
and further information obtained by ad-
dreasing the chairman of the Chicago
Club's committee, Mr. G. L. Grant, 322
Uearborn street, Chicago.

Cincinnati to Atlantic City.

S.Ttisfnctory rates have been obtained
and (|iiilr a party will golrom here. I'or
full information address Iv.G. Gillctt, 134-
Walnut atrcct, Cincinnati, O.

St. Louis to Atlantic City.

The St. I.ouis Club has secured very
favorable rules. l-'or full iiifurmntion
address the secretary, Mr. li. Schray,
4-101 reniiHylvania avenue, St. Louis.

A vi'.HV complete exhibition of fruit will
lie made at the St. Lr)ui» l-^xfiosition from
September ,'". to October 13, IHOt. It
will lie in charge of the .Missouri State
Horticultural Society, of which I,. A.
Goodman, Wcstporl, is secretary.

W. ELLISON

WHOLESALE

Cut Flowers I Florists' Supplies

1402 PINE STREET,

(SucreHMor to KLLISON & KUEHN),

^i«^ WHOLESALE ^$i&

1.1E2 FI3SrE STUEET,
A complete line of Wire DealKDl.

DAN'L B. LONG.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

495 Washington St.. BUFFALO. N. Y.
Shum'im; oui)K1{.m caukki'M.v Aitkndkd to.
OTIIKK SI'KCIAI-TIKS:

rioririlH* Siipplli'M. Wire OeHlf^iiH, lldlbn,
I.imiic'h KlnrlHtH I'liol o^nipliH ihi'i' hir^^u iid.

rnliil<»yilrM, I.M.h, 'rrriiiK. .*!<■. mm iipplli-iitlnii.

SAMUEL S. PENNOCK,

Wholesale Florist

REAR OF 42 S. 16th STREET,

f>l>llncleli3lilu.

CUT SMILAX.

15 ccnls per Siring;.
JOSEPH E. HONSALL. 308 Garfield Ave., Salem. 0.

FLORAL DESIGNS

Tlir Cut I'l.iwrr Wi)ik<r'» I'riind. fine book
or KM) jiiiK'". Si'ikI 93.60 Tor it, to

J. HORACE MoFARLANO, Harrlsburg, Pa.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1265

E. H. HUNT,

Wholesale Plorist

68 Lake Street, CHICAGO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS.

SEEDS, BUIiBS AND AI.1^

FI^ORISTS' SUPPLIES.

Western Aeent for the GREAT ANTIPEST.

KENNIGOTT BROS. GO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

and TLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

34 <S 36 RANDOLPH STREET,

CHICA.OO.

A. L. RANDALL,

wnoiesaie Fiorisi

126 Dearborn St., CHICAGO.

Ascent for flnest grades Waxed and Tissue Papers.

J. B. DEAMUD&CO.

WHOLESALE GUT FLOWERS,

34 & 36 Randolph Street,

Phone M»in 223. CHICAGO.

HEADQUARTERS FOR AMERICAN BEAUTIES.

REINBERG BROS.

WHOLESALE GROWERS OF

CUT FLOWERS

Roses, Carnations and Violets Specialties.

57 WABASH AVENUE,

Telephone 4937. CM:I0A.G-0.

NILES CENTER FLORAL CO.

Incorporated.
WHOLESALK GKOWKRS OF

GUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINGS

and Dealers in FLORISTS' SUPPLIES.

59 WABASH AVENUE,

Second Floor. CKiie5.A.G-0.

WHOLESALE
FLORISTS

JOBBERS IN
FLORISTS-
SUPPLIES,

METS, "^^^^ ^ FLORISTS'

BRIDES, ^^ <=r^^x VASES,

GONTIERS,

CARNATIONS,

ALWAYS ON HAND

1 Music Hall Place,

BOSTON, MASS.

HORTICDLTnEAL ADCTIONEERS.

'mfMiffie'rowms nomp

FOR DUTHDWERS.

BOX.M

FOLDING
PAPER
BOXES
for CUT
Flowers,

MiKle Iniiu lu'iivv, Munllla ilnnl, M ra\vhn;ird. Ship-
ped Hat. packed litu In u iTute.

CHICAGO FOLDING BOX CO.,

Jackson & Clinton Sts., CHICAGO.

TEi.ErnoNE M.Alx 4T18.

©yftofe*afe MarfteU.
Cut Flowers.

NEW York. July 28.

ROBCS l.OU® 3.00

■• per 1000 S6.00@S10.00

Beauty 2.00O12.00

CamatlonB 60® 1.00

perlOOO J3.00@S5.00

VaUey 3.00® 4.00

HaiTlBll 4.00® B.OO

Sweet peas, per lOO buDcbes SOcasl.OO

Smllax 6.0O® 8.00

AaparaKUs 26.00®35.00

Adlantum 75® l.OO

BOSTON. July 28.

Roses, NlphetOB, Gontler 1.00® 3.00

Perle, Sunset 1.00® 3.00

Bride, Mermet 2.00® 8.00

Carnations 25® .75

Harrisll 6.U0® 8.00

Lily of the valley 4 00

Sweet peas .10

Asters 60® .75

liladlolus 4.00® 5.00

Adlantum 100

Smllax 12.00®15.0O

Asparagus . 50.00

PHIIiADBLPHIA. July 2S.

Koses, small 2.00

large teas 3.00® 4.00

Beauties 8.00®15.00

Carnations 50® 1.50

Valley 4.00

Smllax 10.00®12.00

Asparagus ^-00

Harrisll lilies 4.00® 6.00

Sweet peas -50

Cornflower 25® .50

Cattleyas 3j.00®40.00

Adlantum 75® 1.00

Chicago, July 31.

Koses, Ija France. Meteor 3.(j0@ 4.00

Kalserin 3.00® 4.00

Oeneral assortment, per lOOU. .S5@S10

Carnations, long 25® .fiO

fancies 1.500 2.00

Harrisll „ 8.00

Candldum 1.00® 3.00

St. Loms, Ji'ly 28.

Roses, Perles, Nlphetos, Wootton 2.00® 3.00

Bride. Mermet, Bridesmaids 2.00® 3.00

Meteors 2.00® 3.0O

La France, Albany, Hoste 2.00® 3.00

■■ Beauty 6.00@15.00

Sweetpeas 15® .25

Carnations, long 50® .75

short .50

Adlantum 1.25

Hollyhocks, asters .50

Smllax 15.00

Ferns, common, per 1000 J1.25

Buffalo. July 30.

Roses, Beauties I0.00®15.00

Mermet. Bride, 3.00@ 4.00

" Meteor 3,00® 4.0O

" Perle, Gontler, Hoste 3.00

Cusln 3.00

Carnations, long 75® 1.25

short .HO

Auratum lilies 12.00®15.U)

Liincltonum lilies 8.00@10.00

Ijongiflorum " 5.00® ll. 00

Cladlolus 5.00

Sweet peas -25

Valley „ 3.00

Smllax 15,00®20,00

Adlantum 1,25

Asparagus 50,00

GEORGE fl. SUTHERLAND,

Successor to PECK & SUTHERLAND.
Successors to WM. J. STEWART,

Gut Flowersi Florists' Supplies

67 Bromfield St., BOSTON, MASS.

New England Agent lor the GREAT ANTIPEST.

H. L. SUNDERBRUGH,

Wholesale Florist

4th and Walnut Streets,
d]3.oiia.xiei1:l, O.

SEND ADVS. NOW^^^-

^ CONVENTION
^NUMBER...

TO BE PUBLISHED

AUGUST 16.

NO INCREASE IN RATES.

Send copy to reach us not latt-r than August 11,
and as much earlier as po5.sible

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

p. O. Drawer im CHIC.VGO.

FOR OUR

FOR HIGH CLASS SUMMER TRADE.

THE LEADING FAVORITES.

American Beauty.
Meteor.

La France.

And all other desirable roses, grown espe-
cially for summer shipping to sea-
side and mountain resorts.

BURNS & RAYNOR,

49 West 28tb St., NEW YORK.

SPRING, SUMMER,

AUTUMN, WINTER.

In dull season and busy season.
All the year round.

Roses, Lily Of tiiiiMey

and all other choice stock
can be obtained of

THOS. YOUNG, Jr.,

20 West 24th St., NEW YORK.

WALTER F. SttERlDflN.

• WHOLESALE •

32 West 30th Street HEW YORK.

Roses Shipped to all points. Price list on application.

Edward C. Horan,

34 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK,

WHOLESALE « FLORIST.

Car*'ful Shippine: to all parts of the country-
Price list on application.

FRANK D. HUNTER,

WHOLESALE DEALER IN

Cut > Flowers.

67 W. 30th St., NEW YORK.

:\lfn;tt)ii American Kl'>rl;.t

MILLANG BROS.,

Wholesale Florists,

408 East 34th Street,

Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK.

THEO. ROEHRS,

WHOLESALE

FLORIST,

111 WCST 30th street,

NEW YORK CITY

Egtabllshed 1879

WELCH BROS.,
Wholesale Florists,

NO. 2 BEACON STREET,
Near Tremont St., BOSTON. MASS.

1266

The American Florist.

Aug. 2,

^Re ^eeel ^racje.

AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION.

D. I. BrSHXELL, St. Louis, president: S. E. Brigos,
Toronto. Ist vice-president ; A. i.. uox. IH CtaamtKrs
street. New York, secretary and treasurer.

Nebraska Seed Crops.

Underdateof July 27th our correspond-
dent reports no rain since July 23rd.
There will be acres ot corn that will not
make anything. Considerable of Sto well's
h IS been injured past recovery, while
"fher kinds are suffering considerably.
Vin.-F, espicially melons, will do better as
they can stand more drought. Cucum-
bers are suffering most. The vine crops
will certainly not be too large this year,
and if there is no shortage it will be be-
cause of the seed carried over.

Another report, July 27, from Wat-
erloo, states that a very hot withering
wind the past week, with thermometer
from 90° to 110^, has done a great deal
of damage to the corn crop.

Seed Crops. — From Rochester we learn
that the prospects for beet, beans, turnip
and corn in that vicinity are good. The
acreage planted to turnip seed is small,
owing to the short crop of roots. Beans
are unusually promising. Late crops of
com will depend largely on open and
favorable fall.

BouQrET Green or Prince's Pi.se may
be scarcer next year on account of the
severe and extended forest fires now rag-
ing in that portion of Wisconsin where
this stock is largely produced.

Calii-or.nia reports June 27th good
crops ol nearly everything. Expect to
fill orders. Onion harvest will not be on
for nearly two months yet, but we do
not anticipate a shortage.

A. I'.soER of BoEn.MER & Cc, Yoko-
hama, is passing through the L'nited
States on bis way home from Europe.

Co.svENTioN NiMHER. — We shall issue
our annual Convention Number August
IC. Send copy for advs. as early as pos-
sible. No increase in rates.

Do vou WANT a list of firmsinthetrade
that issue catalogues, with key showing
proportion of space given each branch of
the trade in game? You will find such a
list in our trade dircctorv and reference
book for 1894. Price $2.00.

The American Florist and Gardening
together to one address for $1.75. Send
orders to the American Florist Co.

Grow Swainsona.

T^c bcflt ao'l ni'itt proHtnMr purr white flowrr
rrown. Takr^ ihc phicc of Komnn liynclnthH or
lily of thr vdllry. prr,diirinK xpilcrnof flowcm from
4 to tiinchr* lonfc. in thr Krcnlml ntjiindnncc the
mtirc yror— never out of hloom— litfttinK well
when cut. 100 Swainiiona will p.iy yon three
time* %% much at aame Hpacr In Ijent cnrnntionn.
No florui fthould be with'nit tht« moMt lueful flower.
AArr a trial it will lic considered Indispcnanhle.

EASY TO GROW.

An ^»c»^>1w»nBlIy ic'k,*! jm-l ],nvitii; tut flowrr.

Strong young plants, SI. 00 per doz.:

$6 00 per 100.

Larger ones, $1.50 per doz.: $10 per 100.

FAUST & BRO.,

MERION STATION, P. R. P., PA.

Mfr.tlon AmmrAn Kl'iflBl.

NEW YORK:

26 Barclay Street.

Roman Hyacinths,
Lilium Harrisii,
Freesias, best m the u. s.

. . New Seed PRIMULA, PANSY, etc.

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE 'ThicagS"."'

READY NOW.

Lilium Harrisii.
Freesia Refr. Alba.

Our prediction of fine bulbs this season is fully substantiated by the stock we
have received: Heavy, sound bulbs, sure to please the most critical buyer.

ROMANS. The cream of the crop, at special low figures.

DUTCH BULBS, at prices that cannot help but make them profitable to every florist.

PANSY SEED, "Florist Mi.xture," ready now. 'i oz. {1.00; per oz. $7.00.

Primula, Calceolaria, Cineraria, SO cents per trade packet.

XV. w. :b^vi«jv^^i«i> *i co.,

.186 EAST KINZIE STREET. CHICAGO.

L. DELRRUYE-CHRDON.

NURSERYMAN,

LEDEBERG, GHENT, BELGIUM,

begs to call special attention of the Ameri-
can nursery trade to his splendid stock of
plants grown for export in the fall, consist-
ing chiefly of

AZALEA INDICA,

PALMS, and

ARAUCARIA.

Price list and full particulars on appli-
cation

Send advs. now

Fi iK OUR

CONVENTION
NUMBER—^-

TO BE fUBLISllliD

NO INCRFASF IN RATES.

Send copy to rcacli iis not Inter than August i I
and as much earlier as possible.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.
IV () Iir.-iwer li;i «.'! I IC".V« H>.

Smilax Plants Cheap.

C)ul of 'J niul 3-lnch poU. nlno trnimplniitrd i>IniitH
oiitofboxrH Never hod ns fine ntnl Inr^e slock
tiefore. Plennc sliitc tuiinhcr yon desire atid I will
Kivc yon the lowest priie**. ' Safe delivery (ind
Bent luitiiifnclidii Kii'(ri>nt<-r<l with every *hipnunt.
Sample onlrr 10 ttn Tmns ulrKlIy c«hIi,

AddrrvH F-RED SCHNEIDER. Wholetalo Florist.

Wy.MiiliiK Co.. A'l'll<:/\, N. Y.

SMILAX PLANTS.

l.VilUiitntriu. hnnlihx plnnlji, fntm L'^-lrtf-li poU. K! 0(1
|H<r IIH). ||N rii |>4?r MM). Nnm|il« rriH>. Hnfc doHvury
Hnd iuitliifn<-(1'<ri ifunniiilfi'tt

Simuol J. Bunting, Elmwood Ave. & 68lh St., Phila.

•'IIAKI» TIMKN" r>\l,M r<>I.I.KrTM»NN.

K'iren»)i Willi (irilcr wn kItk IVIInru) i-ln. fnlitm for
r. irnfiilnr i>rt' ■• %\\. nrnl 'M fur ('> <ri>uultir prtiM? fS).
'rhtoncomprliM* tliu tM<iit vnrlotleR, IndnilliiK IJitiinlnR
and Ki'ntlBR.

WILI.IAMH A Nf>NH C<».. iliitMvlM, III.

:i-iiicli pots. . . . per 100 $4,00; per 1000 $30.00
L'-iiicli puts, . . " L'oO; '■ 20.tXI

ASPARAGUS TENUISSIMUS.

:i-inch pots per doz. 7.5c; per 100 $6.00

2-inch pots. ... " -lOc; " 3.00

NATHAN SMITH & SON, Adrian, Mich.

ATLANTIC CITY. N. J.

United Slates Hotel.

Special Rates to Florists: S'J.oO (two in

room), $.i,00 single.

ri KST-CI.ASS ArroiNTM KNTS.

Knj;aK<' rooms in a<lv!»nrt>.

Tuberous
Bej>onias

(GRIFFINS STRAIN.) • --■ ■' ----...■«;.ji^

Plants in bloom, all sizes, at lowest prices.

OASIS NURSERY CO..

Thos. GriWn. Mqr. Weslbury Station, L. I., N. Y.

Mention ATiierlcHn KlorlHl

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

lOOO IVOK^ , #3.00 p*T HK>.

Also scvt-rnl thousand in variety, late propngfttcd,

just the thinK for \ ami .Viuch pot plants.

I,ist of varieties and prices on

application.

NATHAN SMITH & SON, Adrian, Mich.

Tobacco Dust.

Pit harii'l (;ib(>iit 125 lbs.), $2.50.
Saiiiplf free by ni.iil.

HEKUMAW'S SEED STORE,

11 :i KiiHt :i nil .str<'l^l,
near Long liland Ferry. NEW YORK.

PANDANUS UTIUS

6-Inch pots J 5 00 per dozen

5-incli pots 3.0 I per dozen

■tincli pots 2.00 per dozen

NATHAN SMITH & SON.

.•V I >IVI .X."V. .'Ml CM.

i8g4-

The American Florist.

1267

Send Advs. NOW

FOR OUR

Convention Numkr

TO BE PUBLISHED

NO INCREASE IN RATES.

Send copy to reach us not later than Aug.

II, and as much earlier as possible.

American Florist Co.

p. 0. Drawer 164. CHICAGO.

ONION .^.
SEED. '^^

CROP 1894.

_^^^ Prices for New Crop

"^^^^^— -made on Application.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

411, 413 & 415 Sausome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

5,000,000

FREESIAS

Dim CIDCT UAUn We win deliver Kreesia Bulbs,
DUyrindl llAPIUi all charges for transportation
paid, as follows:

3-8 to 3-4 inch per 1000, $4.00

1-4 to 5-8 inch per 1000, $3.00

Liberal discount on larger lota. !<end for our price list.
Order NOAV j-our .Japan Bulbs, LongiHorum. Aura-
turns. Rubrums, Albums, we are Headquarters.
We are the ONLY FIRM In the U. 8. who guaran-
tee you SOUND BULBS delivered.
Address all communications to

H. H. BERGER & CO..

(Established 1878.) SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

HERMANN'S SEED STORE,

413 EAST 34-TH Street,

Near Long Islaud Fern,', NEW YORK.
JUST IN, NEW CROP OF

Primula chin., Cineraria liybr.

We are now ready to book orders for

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM,

ROMAN HYACINTHS, LILIUM HARRISII,

LILY OF THE VALLEY, ETC.

Write for prices, it will ^

■ voti niotie\-.

August Riiilcer & Sons,

136 & 138 W. 24th SL, Unm Ynrl^
P.O. Station E. llCn lUlA,

Supply the Trade with

Bulbs. S66ds and Requisites.

JOHN BARTH BOS,

BUL-B GROWER.
OVERVEEN, HAARLEM, HOLLAND.

Agents for IT. S. and Cnnmla:

C. B. RICHARD & CO.,

61 Broadway, NEW YORK.
Trade Catalogue on application.

w

hat do YOU know about ^
making a Catalogue •

Mighty little, probably! Why should you? Grow plants and buy
bulbs— that is your trade. Of course, you can make a LIST of what you
have, and what prices you want. But can you get the great American
public to read it, and buy the stuff as freely as you would like?

WE know something about making Catalogues. Ought to, after half
a generation of trying 1 Send us that list and prices— we'll make a pulling
Catalogue with it, and sell the stuff for you. We're not mere printers —
we MAKE Catalogues all the way through if you want that done, including
writing, illustrating and printing— even mailing. Write us about your fall
Catalogue. You don't go to a blacksmith for medicine when you are sick,
do you? We'll cure that sick fall business for you just let us try 1

NOW is the time for a bulb Catalogue THAT \%'ILL PAY.
Write us to-day 1 j, HORACE McFARLAND CO.,

Mount Pleasant Printery— Florists' Printers . . . Harrisburg, Pa.

P. S.— John Lewis Childs, J. C, Vaughan. Peter Henderson & Co., W. A. Burpee
a few others will please avoid readinj; this. They don't need any fall medicine !

\V. H. Maule, and

HulSGftoscH BrotHers,

OVERVEEN, near Haarlem, HOLLAND.

Bulbs # Plants

We are now prepared to quote lowest
possible prices for next July, Aug-
ust and September delivery.

Illustrated Wholesale Catalogues on application.

HULSEBOSCH BROS.,

ENGLEWOOD, N. J.

rUlV OflLC). forllelive/y.

BERMUDA SPICE LILY 1 7 to9in. bulbs.MO per
Imp. Amaryllis Johnsonii, J 100; |170 per 1000.
FREESIA REFR. ALBA, 5-16 in. in diam, $2.50 per
1000 in lots of 5000.
'• " Seed, $2 00 per lb.

GLADIOLUS SHAKESPERE. -'!; to 3 inches in diam.

$« 00 per 100; 8.J().0C per 1000.
ZEPHYRANTHES ROS'-A. I large bulbs, $2 per

FLORIBUNDA r 100; Sl.b per 1000.
ATAMASCO. 81 per lOO; «8 per 1000
NERINE SARNIENSIS I large flowering bulbs. $8
Guernsey Lily, l per 100.

CALLA BULBS, i to 0 inches at crown. 87 per 100.
Bestvar. FRENCH CANNAS. 86 per 100; 840 per 1000.
Above prices are for delivery In New York, thence
bv E.xpress or otherwise nt purchaser's cost. C. O. D.
from unknown parties.

Columbia Farm, ST. GEORGES, BERMUDA.

Mention Anierlcnn Florist.

WE SELL BULBS

special low prices t*.'

Florists ?!^ Dealers.

WEEBER & DON,

SlhmI MercluintB iind lirowerw.
Ill CliJimbors StriM't. NFW VOKK.

FOR l^XJJ^^B.

See page 1175 July 5th number of the
AMERICAN Florist.

The Universal squth ORANGE. N. J.

Horticultural Establishment.

SEND ADVS. NOW for our

CONVENTION

number;

AUGUST 16

NO INCREASE IN RATES.

O BE
PUBLISHED

VIOLETS-POT GROWN.

We have a fine stock of pot grown plants, from
which experience teaches best results for quality
and quantity of flowers can be had:

MARIE LOUISE, SWANLEY WHITE,
CZAR AND SCHOENBRUN.

from ■2.inch pots, 81.00 per 100; 830.00 per 1000.

Chrysanthemums, irtiie i^^r^r^^

stems, in 50 PRIZE WINNING SORTS, 81.00 per 100;

830.00 per 1000.

We still have a few thousand 'i;; inch plants,
strong, of WHITE LA FRANCE and AMERICAN PER-
FECTION, at 8-1 00 per 100; 830.00 per 1000.

Above are two ideal Roses, surpassing most
varieties in loveliness of shading, and surpass all
without exception for durability in a cut state.

ROSES in best commercial sorts, 2>4-inch strong,
our selection, 8'20.00 per 1000. An enormous stock
in other departments.

For catalogue and estimates

Address NANZ & NEUNER.

UOUISVILLB. KY.
Tor CHOICE strains of

FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS, BULBS,
PALMS, ORCHIDS, FERNS, etc.

See our i,iu;irterly 'rrinle Prke-I.l?t. iu^l published.

PITCHER & MANDA,

UNITED STATES NURSERIES,
SlIOKT HILLS, X. .1.

PRICES LOWER ON

Bulbs f Plants

OF STANDARD QUALITY.
For Catalogue, aililress

C. H. JOOSTEN, IMPORTER,

:i Coentles slip, XKW YORK.

Greviilea RoDusia,

3-inch pots, 10 to 15 inches high, per

dozen $1.00; per 100 $8 00

2'^-iiich pots, " 65c; " |4.00

NATHAN SMITH & SON.

ADRIA'V. MICH.

5000 SMILAX

to otTer at $2 per 100. or $l5 per lOOO.
\ery strong, in 2i;-inch pots.

HENRY A. NIEWIEYER.

1103 STATE STREET, ERIE. PA.

ASPARAGUS 'S''

Extra fine plants from .-»-inch pots,
feO.OO per 100.
OUII 4V from 2'i-inch pots, cut back, $2.00
OMIlAA, per 100; Jl.iOO per 1000.

TERMS CASH.

THEO. BOCK, Hamilton, O.

1268

The American Florist.

Aug.

Lenox, Mass.

The receotion given the Gardeners' and
Florists' Club of Pittsfield the evening of
Saturday, July 21, by the Lenox Horti-
cultural Society, was a great success, and
■was undoubtedly the largest gathering
of professional gardeners ever held in
Berkshire county.

Twenty-six of the Pittsfield boys came
down with Viner's four-in-hand, 45 were
present from Lenox and vicinity, and in-
vited guests brought the number up to
80. W. A. Manda, of South Orange, N.
J., and Charles B. Weathered, of New
York, were present, coming up expressly
to attend the banquet. Before the recep-
tion the home society held its regular
meeting and elected nine ordinary mem-
bers.

The society was organized February 12,
1894-, with 12 members; now the mem-
bership numbers 65, and there is $400
surplus in the treasury.

After the business meeting the guests
were shown the new rooms the society
faasjust taken in Sedgwick Hall, and which
were fitted up expressly for it.

At 9 o'clock the company formed in line
and marched to the Bellevue hotel, where
a regular English gardener's dinner
awaited them. There were four long
tables loaded with good things for the
inner man and decorated with choice
blossoms from the garden, sweet peas
predominating. After the contents of the
tables had been placed where they would
do the most good, and cigars had been
lighted, the speeches and lun for the even-
ing began. President Norman presiding.
Mr. Russell, of Stockbridge, sang several
selections which were greeted with ap-
plause. Mr. Huss gave an address of
welcome to the visitors. Charles Weath-
ered, of New York, congratulated the
society on the work done in the short
time it had been organized, and said that
in his opinion the garden of Eden was
situated in Lenox. He referred to the
natural beauties of Lenox and the large
number of professional gardeners em-
ployed in the vicinity, and said that there
was no place east of the Mississippi river
where there were so many gardens cared
for by professionals as in this \icinity,
and that there was need of the two soci-
eties. He predicted thai in a year the
Pittsfield and Lenox societies would be
the two largest in the U. S. outside of the
largest cities.

Mr. Manda, of South Orange, N. J.,
■[Kjke of the fine gardens in B-rkshircand
of the pleasure and good derived from
flowers. .Mr. Breed, of Captain Barnes'
place, cnter'aincd the company with a
Bong, and [times Clifford and Martin
Finaghty told of the great change in the
gardens of I^nox in the past 20 years
and of the intelligence and skill necessary
to care for the Lenox gardens as they are
cared for at the present time. Other in-
teresting and lively Hiicakcrs were Messrs.
Meredith, Clifford, Criffin, Wingett, Sea-
cord, S.Tvrigc .'ind Erlwards.

The mcmticrs e)f the Lenox society may
well be prouil of their success as workers
and as entertainers.

HopKi.STON. Mass.— H. O. Clicnev has
purchased the florist business of L. L.
Woolson and will remove it to Hear Mill.

Ci)i,tMiiis, Oa. — Chns. H. Mrehnn will
build a greenhouse 10x100 on Musgrovc
■trcct.

Salkm, Mass.— McGcc, Ocary & Co. are
making extensive nllcrations and im-
provements In their office. An entire new
front with pl.-itc glass exhibition window
has l)ccn put in.

PANSIES. ..

Every Grower Claims the Best.

I am willing to have niiue tested alongside
of auy in the market. Over a thousand florists
used them last season, were pleased with them
and made money out of them.

Between Sept. 1st and Dec. 1st I will have a
MILLION or more plants to sell. Thev can not
be offered in competition with cheap grown
seed, but quality considered, are remarkably
cheap at the price.
By Mail or Express, prepaid. 75c. per 100: by Express
at your expense. $5.00 per 1000. Liberal dis-
count will be allowed on large orders.

An honest sample of the plants will be
mailed you on receipt often cents, and terms
are absolutely cash in advance.

ALBERT M. HERR, L. B. 496. Lancaster, Pa.

ZIRNGIEBEL GIANT PANSIES.

Owing to favorable weather, have been magni-
ficent this season. Never befoie have we ob-
tained such size and colors; and as usual, wher-
ever exhibited, have eclipsed everything else, re-
ceiving also the most flattering testimonials from
the leading florists and seedsmen all over the
country.

New seed ready now of both the Giant Market
and Giant Fancy in trade packets of 2,000 and 500
seeds respectively at one dollar each, with practi-
cal directions for growing pausies. Also plants
for sale later on.

DENYS ZIRNGIEBEL.

. . . NEEDHAM. MASS.

Pansy * Seed.

The JKNNING> STRAIN of high prarte Pansy
Seed. New crop now ready. Saved with special care
from only the very finest varieties and twiirranted)
flret-clasB In every respect.

THE JENNINGS XX STRAIN.
The cream of Pansles, Grand colors mixed, pkt.,
15)>Jseetl.*l.l)0: 1 oz tls.UU.

The .lentiln^is Strain, tinest mixed, pkt. Jl.DC about
2.^)1) seud; I uz. Jfl.OO; :i ozs Jl.'i.iXJ. No skim milk In this
strain, (They are just ns jjood as I can make 'em).
'I'u niv old patrons 1 would say they are a blK Improve-
luetit over lust season— more variety and tlner colors.
The l«,'Ht strain f(tr HorlslH either for winter liloora or
spring' voiles; ull liir^'e llowerlng.

Illiick Dr, Kuust. tlnest pkt.. ^iOO seed. II .00

Klnest Vulluw. black eye " " 1.00

Pure White, tne best " '■ 1.00

Victoria, bright red pkt . UKK) seed. I.OO

All my own growth of IS04. Unlf pkts. of iiiiy of the
(ilHJve ftCc. Pluuse seriM ii)orn.'y (irders or reiilstered
letter, ('ash with order. .VtldresH

E. B. JENNINGS. Wholesale Pansy Grower.
i/)ck Bo.v ZA. stuTin'our. conn.

; Roemer's Superb Prize Pansies.

'I'Im.' IhicNt nlri.lri

luNln till' Wcirlil.

' Introducer and Grower of all the leading (
' Novelties. ',

f'ntiilnu'iR' free nn iipi.Mciitliiri. '

FRED ROEMER. SEED GROWER, ;
orKiii.iMii'itc. (;i:icM,\N\.

Fansies Worth Raising.

THE KIND TH&T SELL!!

NKW Sl';i;i). iK-rrcclly li|)i-

finv |mf'l4il(C**> 1~^ oT Hli f>illM-i* ttl.OO

Flvf |>iirk)iK<'H 'I.«0

I^rgc c|iinntiti(.-»nt spt-cinl rates. Cnsh wilh order.
CHBISTIAN SOLTAU,

llll) Oritnt Am-., .IKIIMCV «:IIV. N. .1.

EXTRA PANSY SEED.

MAMMOTH SUNBEAM STHAIN.
A grniiit i!iillf<-il«)ri uf uliinl llifwi-rliiu varieties, very
I(irg«. iif iHTferi fnrni. nnd rliotei' ool»»rn; cnri*fii!ly
■MiiH:U'd: iK-ttiT it4>iM) phiritM iIiIh year than ever: rt^
ci'lvf T(T)( high prittfii' from my ciintiMiHTu iintlnor
Rtrnlii orT«-n*d n(iywtit>n>: tloilMlf) ftlidiild ftnw oT It.

Triidi* pki., :*tti»'i't\n. 'J.V: :( pkln tiu-: r. pkli- 11,00. A
pkt. ft f thMrti'VC .Mi/riki'V Knt'i< luiniiy wlili I'vcry f I imlor.
JOHN K. ICiri'. HIilri'iiiiuiHliiHii, I'lt.

PATENT?

I Tradc-Marki, Copyrlghli, Etc. ^^ |

I CHflNDLEE & MflCflULty.vl/

Allanlic Building, WASHIHOTOH, D. O.

SEND ADVS. NOW

FOR OUR

Convention
Number. . .

TO HE ri'lJI.ISHED

AUGUST 16.

NO INCREASE IN RATES.

Send copy to reach us not
later than August ii, and
as much earlier as pos-
sible

American Florist Co.

p. O. DRAWER 164,

^ OIIIO^XOO.

lOOO MERMKTS, (i'lO NIPHF.TOS,
1000 BRIOES, 150 TESTOUTS*.

All from 21-tj-lncb standard pots. These are In the
very best of condition and as large as a great deal of
the stock shipped from ;i-lnch pots.

Per doz. 75c : per 100 $6.0 ; per 1000 $45.00.
|y Sumples free to Intending purchasers.

NATHAN SMITH & SON.

.ft.3DE,IJi.3Sr, I/tlOH.

American Beauty.

Three tliousand, in Sio-inch pots;
extra tine stoclc. at |10.00 per tOO.

For sale. 1000 good, strong plants, including^ Mer-
mets, Cusin, Wattevilles aud Niphetos.

p. R. QUINLAN & CO.,

904 W. Genesee Si., Syracuse, N. Y.

Warranted first quality. Surplus stock front
4-inch pots. Per 100

PERLES 1800

MERMETS. . . . . 0 00

BRIDES . 600

PAPA GONTIER BOO

CASH WITH ORDER.

JOHN WHITE. Waverly Place, Elizabeth. N. J.

FORCING ROSES

Str.ilti.'. liciiltliy. rU'HM lilllIltM.

.land l-lnih ItlllKK;*. Ilncli MICTKOKS.

:i and I Inch MKHMKTS. 4-lncli I'Al'A (JONTIKU,

Hand llnch nOKLKS. :ilneh Nl I'1IKT<IS.

fl.UUand Willi per hundred.

GRAND RAPIDS FLORAL CO..

<ii;\M> ItAl'IDS. MICH.

Brides, Bridesmaids, Mermets,

•I' in. h, 80.00

ADIANTUM and other Ferns, :i inch 6.00

SMILAX. -i' ini h 1.60

L. R. MARQUISEE. Syracuse. N. Y.

700 MERMETS, 500 BRIDES,

I null, nil hcallhy slulf. at S.'> 00 per llundrcil.
■M>\ WiMiKlir A\<' , .IKItON. U.

Send Advs. Now

CONVENTION* NUMBER

•III JIK IMIIMSIIHIP
.^ll}£U»«t lit.

i894-

The American Florist.

1269

Surplus stock, clean and healthy.

Per 100

1500 BRIDES, 4-inch {8 00

500 BRIDESMAIDS, 3-inch 8 00

300 LA FRANCE, 4-inch 8 00

200 METEORS, 3-inch 8 00

300 WATTEVILLES, 4-inch 8 00

JOSEPH HEACOCK,

JEMilNTOWN, PA.

3,200 Bridesmaids; 2,000 Brides,
3-inch; 600 Brides, 2-inch; 700
Albanys, 3-inch; 450 Testouts,
3-inch; 540 Testouts; 1,700
American Beauties, 4-in.; 1000
American Beauties, 3-inch.

The above are all healthy No 1 stock.
What is best cash offer to dispose of them
at once?

J. A.. Aj:Ejiei«ir^ii3jii,r>,

Assignee of J. T. ANTHONY,

2112 Michigan Aye., CHICAGO. ILL.

I HAVE A FEW

Thousand ROSES for winter bloomings
of the following varieties :

MERMET, THE BRIDE,

PERLE DES JARDINS, AMERICAN BEAUTY,
BON SILENE, NIPHETOS,

WATTEVILLE, METEOR,

and WABAN.

The above are from 3^-inch pots, good, clean,
healthy stock, which I offer at $6.00 per 100; $45.00
per 1000.

I also have a few thousand FERNS, as Adiantum
cuneatum and Pteris serrulata, from 2}4-inch pots,
at $3.00 per 100.

JAMES HORAN, Bridgeport, Conn.

Mention American Florist.

Hybrid Perpetual Roses,

Worked low on the Manettl Stock, offer the best re-
sults to the florist, blooming freely and giving plenty of
cuttings tur prupugatlng quickly. Fine plants for sale
by the lOU or lUUO, at low rates.
Price Lists to applicants. Address

WILLIAM H. SPOONER,

JAMAICA PLAIN, (Boston). MASS.

SUNSETS.

PERLES.

METEOR.

Clean, healtliy stock
MERMETS. BRIDES.

NIPHETOS. LA FRANCE.

MME. WATTEVILLE. BON SILENE.

PAPA GONTIER.
Strong plants, from :i-lnch pots, ts per 100; tT5 per 1000

WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y.

Mention American Florist.

Strong, healthy plants, from 2. 2it. and ;Hnch p-^te.

price, J3.00. W. DO and Ri.UU perlUO.

PERLE, SUNSET, NIPHETOS. MERMET, BUIDE

METEOR, WOOTTO.V, M, NIEL, LA

FRANCE, AND A7>BANY.

Strong AM. BEAUTY, from ■.■•Inch pots, tl.O()perlOO.

JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, III.

2>5-lnch pots. Per 100 Per 1000

BRIDE SS.Sn $22.60

MERMET 2..'jO 22.50

(JONTIBB 2.50 22.60

SOUPERT. 2.60 22.60

WHITE LA FRANCE 2.75 24.00

SUNSET. PERLE 2,ijO 26.00

And all other standard varieties. 2?,^. 3J^ and 4^-lnch
pots. Write for prices on what you need.

TEU.MS CASH WITH ORDER.
THE NATIONAL PLANT CO., DHjtoii, O.

Roses for Winter Flowering.

We still have fine stocks of the leading varieties,

AMERICAN BEAUTY,

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA

AND BRIDESMAID,

strong plants, out of .3!^-inch pots, ready for immediate
planting, $12. OO per lOO.

METEOR. BRIDE. MERMET. MME. CUSIN,
NIPHETOS, WOOTTONand PERLE,

strong plants, out of 3^-inch pots, ready for immediate
planting. $9.00 per 100.

Silver Cup awarded us for Meteor Roses exhibited

at Madison Square Garden, lyJ3, for best 2o

Red Hoses of any variety.

F. R. PIERSON COMPANY,

Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y.

. FINE. THRIFTY STOCK.

AMERICAN BEAUTY

BRIDESMAID

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA.
MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT

LA FRANCE

DUCHESS OF ALBANY

MERMETS

BRIDES

AMERICAN PERFECTION

CLIMBING PERLE

SENATOR McNAUGHTON

WICHURAIANA

GREENHOUSES:
Western Springs. III.

.2>^-inch $ 7.00 35^-inch

, " 5.00 "

6.00 "

6.00 "

4.00 "

4.00 "

4.00 "

4.00 "

. " 3 00 "

3.50 "

10.00
4.00

$13 00

10.00

1200

12.00

9.00

9.00

9.00

9.00

10.00

VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE,

CHICAGO:

146-148 W. Washington St.

Roses. Roses. Roses.

Perle, Niphetos, Mermet, Bride, Victoria, Meteor, La France, Albany, Gontier,

White La France, Soupert and Bridesmaid, 2 1-2 inch pots,

^5.00; 3-inch pots, g6,00 per hundred.

AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2 1-2 inch, $6.00; 3-inch, $8.00 per hundred.

THIS STOCK IS WELL GKOAVN AND IN FINE CONDITION.

ESTATE OF M. A. HUNT, Terre Haute. Ind.

EADY FOR
MMEDIATE
PLANTING.

Only selected

40,000 FIRST QUALITY FORGING ROSES. ^>

Fully equal to those sent out the last two years, and perfectly healthy In every respect. O
growth from flowering; shoots used In propagating.
GEN. JACQUEMINOT. KAISEKIN A. V. SOUV. OE WOOTTON,

METEOR, ULKICU BRIJNNEK, BRIDESMAID,

3-Inch pots, 19.00 per 100. 4-lnch pots, tlx'.OO per 100.

PERLES, SUNSETS, BON SILENE, MERMETS, BRIDES,

SAFRANO, MME. HOSTE, :i-lnch pots, 17.00 per 100. 4 Inch pota, JIO.OO per 100.

100,000

Roses, H. P. Roses, Rhododendrons, Azalea mollis, Clematis, Hy-
drangeas (bushy and tree form), Aucuba, Buxus, Acer in sorts,
Viburnum plicatum, Dutchman's Pipe, Magnolias, etc.

NO'W READY TO GIVE THE LOWEST QIOT.VTIONS.

-THE HORTICULTURAL COMPANY, BGSKQOP. HOLLAND.

Brides, Bridesmaids, 'W^^M'^^ ^^S "HjV ^^!l

Meteors. Hostes. M^rV # h^^ <~V k^^

rrom 2, 3 and 4-in. pots. -""^ ^"^ ^--^ -«— < »«^^^

Cusins, . . .

Niphetos. Mennets,
I*a France,

Addre^ssf^orcuotjuions^^^ VILLA LORRAINE ROSERIES,

Madison, N. J.

Sole Apents for U. S. for Clias. Macintosli & Co.. Knclaml, liivoiiti

rs of \'ulcniil/etl India Rubber,

Kxtni e^tront: i:rL'onliiniH(? (m.^e i" "Itli^^tiHi.t liltili pn'.MSUrt'. ■''.flii., :;-plv, 1.

1-, per f..M( In (:<i fcrt l.-nL-lhs,

A niTTI^ Tr< A Wr "DX'ATT'P'V TESTOUT, K. a. victoria, BRIDES-
JX11ILXmISiX\J tXiX ^XfXLilXX, MAID, BRIDE, MERMET, METEOR,
PERLE, SUNSET, CUSIN, LA FRANCE, 3 and 4-inch pots, prime slock, shipped at special flo-

Write for prices, including delivery to your Express ofRce. A* Oi MdCbtANi LdKcWOOQ, N, Ji

MERMETS 2-lnch, 18.50 per UIO

BRIDES 2-Inch. 3.50

NIPHETOS 2-lnch. 3.50

PEULES 3-lnch. 3.50

ALBANY 2-lnch, 3.60

WOOTTONS 2-lnch. 3.60

LA FRANCK 2-lnch. 3.50 •

P.O. Box7.>. KANSAS CITY, MO.

Mermets. Cusins Wattevilles, Hoste, Meteor and

La France. $3.00 per 100.
Strong American Beauties, |.i.00 per 100; $40.00 per

1000. 500 at 1000 rates.
.^^Special prices on auantity. Let me price j'our

lists. Cash with order.

Weftt Forest PHrk, St. Konlfl, Mo.

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Aug-.

Chfton, N. J.
Clifton's chief product in the past has
been American Beauty roses. In fact, no
better Beauties are grown anywhere than
those that hail from Clifton. But judging
from present indications it will not be a
long time before the Beauty will be
obliged to share the honors with a rival,
and Clifton will claim additional distinc-
tion as the great center for the aquatic
plant industry in America.

The pretty little ponds originally started
for individual pastime and pleasure by
Mr. S. C. Nash have underthe careof Mr.
Wm. Tricker, vi^ith whom Mr. Nash has
recently associated himself, been still
further improved and beautified during
the present season, and now offer a treat
well worth a long trip to see.

.Aquatics, from their beauty and variety
as well as their association with the
water and the vacation season, have
always maintained a strong hold on the
affection of flower lovers, and now that
their usefulness has been so greatly ex-
tended and their only drawback removed
by the acquisition of numerous afternoon
and night bloomers it follows that the
increased favor and prominence which
they have attained in recent years will
prove to have been not a transient fancy,
but really only the beginning of a perma-
nent popularity which is bound to in-
crease rapidly.

The two gentlemen interested in the
venture are enthusiasts on aquatics, and
would undoubtedly be willing to miss a
meal any time for the privilege of watch-
ing a Victoria regia open its blossoms.
Go there at any time of the day at this
season and you will find them at the
ponds deep in contemplation of Marli-
aceas, Laydekeris, dentatas and Vic-
torias, trying to decide as to whether the
muskrat is a nuisance because he eats the
nelumbiums or is a blessing in disguise
because his depredations prevent the
nelumbiums from taking possession of the
whole terrilorv to the exclusion of every-
thing else; or, if at the houses vou will
find them carefully poking in the tubs
among the tiny seedlings, keeping a sharp
watch on black fliei, algse and snails and
speculating as to the possibility of dis-
covering or training a fish with sufficient
good judgment to eat the destructive
snail which hails from Long Island and
at the same time spare the good and use-
ful little snail which belongs in New
Jersey.

The ponds devoted to the hardy
aquatics are now a little past their best,
while those containing the tender nym-
ph.'i'as and Victoria rcgias are approach-
ing the height of their season. The vari-
ety cultivated is very extensive, and Mr.
Tricker has a large number of hybrids
which will presently be introduced to the
trade. His efforts in hybridizing arc de-
voted mainly to the hardy kinds.

The ponds arc naturally very pictur-
es<|uc, l)cinK fed Vjy abundant springs and
bordered by native bog-loving plants in
great profusion. The surroundings have
been further beautified by planting orna-
mental reeds, grasses, irises, musas, cnn-
nai, asclepias. ricinus, etc. The numlnrr
of visitors is quite Inrijc, and they all
come away delighted with the exhibition
and firm iKlicvcrs in aquatics. Mr.
Tricker will have something to say on the
subject at the Atlantic City meeting, and
that it will \x interesting is a foregone
conclusion.

SEND ADVS. NOW for our

CONVENTION
NUM

AUGUST 16

TO BE

PUBLISHED

NO INCREASE IN RATES.

Send copy to reach US not later than August ii,
and as much earlier as possible.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.

p. O. DRAWER J64. CHICAGO.

Do YOU WANT a list of the leading park
superintendents of America? You will
find such a list in our trade directory
and reference book.

ROOTED CUTTINGS

COLEUS, 10 kinds by mail 60c per 100

12 kinds by express..$4.00 perlOOO

ALTERNANTHERA P. Major by

mail 50c per 100

CASH WITH ORDER.

S. O. STREBY.

Lock Box 77,
UPPER SANDUSKY. OHIO.

Prices Lower Than Ever.

Ready for Hhipinent froiu July to September.

Calla Aethiopica, fine dry roots in all sizes.

Lil. Longiflorum. ready for shipment from October
1st to March 15, 1895.

Lil. Auratum, Spec. Rubrum and Album, Etc.

Iris Kaempleri, in 100 choice varieties.

Japanese Maples, in best vaneties.

Camellias, Paeonies. Tree Ferns. Raphis, C)rcas
Revoluta, superb growing plants with fine foliage
from 25 cents to $5 each; fresh imported stems,
true long leaf variety, roots and leaves cut off, de-
livered from March, 1895.

For general Japanese stock apply to

F. Gonzalez & Co.,

303 to 312 Wayne St.. SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.

M«_'nllon AnHTlciiti KlorlHt.

Cyperus Alternifolius.

3>^-inch pots, per doz. 75c; per 100 $(>
2>/2\nch pots, " 60c; " >4
2-incli pots, " 'tOC; " $3

NATHAN SMITH &SON.

.\.i H'ii.-vrv, .-MICH.

The Water Garden.

SimtWiI lUHl Hiinly Wnt^-r I.llh-Ruf nU culortt,

VICTORIA REGIA AND V. RANDI. EURYALE FEROX.

NuluiiiMiiriiK In viirli-ly, Mnr<ly ( ininiiifittiil pliintfi.
mit>-ii*juiitl<: plfinln. *.•!«:. . ftr. Nyriiplin'u ]<iiyilukurl
nifUMi mwnrOcd n Mislril iit Wnrld'n Fiilrt; iiiuhI ctinrili-
ltiu"r III! th<> lUunv l.lllfn: r.* fi'iutirh.

Othf>r (111111111)11111 NnvL<ltlt.'n niM* <-iitnl<>^iio.

WM. TRICKER &. CO., Clifton, N. J.

CELERY PLANTS

WHITE PLUME. GIANT PASCAL. GIANT GOLDEN

HEART and GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING.

l-'i'ld K''*wn jijantK, JI.!i^> per lOtJO.

The New PINK PLUME, IriiiiHplniilril pinntii, 13.60
<»-r loco Ciiuli with order.
Samjilr nidil'-'I frrr

0. M. GROSSMAN, Wolcottvllle, Ind.

'HELEN KELLER"

I Tlie new <'Hrnation; pure white, deli-
1 cately marked with red.

Price for well Hooted ruttlncB:

SSIUO per do/.en; Jl'i.UO per 100; »35 DO per 250;
J'.Kl.UU per 1000. 500 at lUOO rate. Orders may

I JOHN N. Mfly,
Siiiiiiiiit, X. .J.

EDWIN LONSDALE,
<')iFsliiut Hill.Fhila.

THE COTTAGE GARDENS,

Queens, Long Island, N. Y.

WHOLESALE CARNATIONS.
FRED. CORNER & SON,

Carnation
Growers,

^^LA FAYETTE. IND.

CARNATIONS

Rooted Cuttings all sold or planted
out. Field plants for sale in the

The Pines. KENNETT SQUARE. Cheater Co.. P*.

'riij9<'ri5i> oixi

NEW CARNATIONS.
FERNS.

ELLIS. NORFOLK Co.. MASS.

GHRYSflNTHBMUMS.

From 2>i-ln. pots,'" $3 per 100.

HTK<)N«i M.MII.AX, from ■..% Iiiili pc.tn, JB.UO por

UK); rri.Ul per IIMJ.
PANMIKH, rrorii eol.l Inline, llti.OU per lOOO.

A<i<ire«. J. G. BURROW, Fishklll, N. Y.

Carnationsa Specialty

ItooteiH'iitlliiKn iind ^'ollllU Plniitn Holil out.
Nlee Meld lirowii I'liililn In Sept. Send for prlcon.

GEO. HANCOCK & SON. Grand Haven. Mich.

I'LKASK mention the Amkhican Flokist
every time you write to an advcii^iser.

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IHE.AMERICAN FLORIST CO.'S

DIRECTORY
REFERENCE BOOK

FOR 1894

CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING:

1. The names and addresses of the Florists, Nur-
serymen and Seedsmen of the United States
and Canada, the exact branch ot the business
each is engaged in being indicated.

2. A separate list of firms that issue catalogues,
the space devoted to each branch of the busi-
ness in each catalogue being also given.

[3. A list of the names and addresses of superin-
tendents of leading parks in the U. S. and
Canada.

4. A list of the principal cemeteries of America
at which the arts of the landscape gardener
and florist are used in beautifying the grounds.

5. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Roses in commerce in America, with class,
habit of growth, date of introduction, name
of introducer, and brief, accurate descriptions
of the flower of each. Synonyms are also
plainly given.

6. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
Chrysanthemums in commerce in America,
with class, and brief, accurate description ot
each. Synonyms are noted and varieties that
are very popular with American growers are
designated by a star, and this year's intro-
ductions by a dagger.

7. A complete, alphabetically arranged list of
the Carnations in commerce in America, with
name of introducer, date of introduction and
brief, accurate description of each.

8. Seasonable Hints for the year, arranged in
weeks, written by Mr. William Scott, and
covering every detail of a general florist busi-
ness. This is decidedly the most valuable
contribution to the literature of the trade ever
pubHshed. It is written in a plain, practical
way, by a man who knows what he is talking
about.

9. A historical sketch of the Society of American
Florists from its organization to date, includ-
ing officers for each year and lists of essays
read at each meeting, with other information
ot interest.

10. A similar historical sketch of the American
Association of Nurserymen.

11. A similar historical sketch of the American
Carnation Society.

12. A similar historical sketch of the American
Seed Trade Association.

13. Similar historical sketches of the Florists'
Hail Association of America; of the National
Chrysanthemum Society of America; of the
Florists' Telegraph Delivery Association.

14. A complete list of all National and Local
Trade Organizations, with names and ad-
dresses of principal officers, time and place
of meetings, etc.

15. Statistics of Commercial Floriculture in the
U. S. from the last census.

16. Statistics of the Nursery Industry in the U. S.
from the last census.

17. Statistics of Seed Growing in the U. S. from
the last census.

18. A list of Leading Horticultural Societies, with
name and address of the Secretary of each.

19. Full information about Express and Postage
rates on plants, shrubs, trees, seeds and bulbs

No hss than 270 pages of valuable reference

matter in compact form, and all

UP TO DATE.

PRICE $2.00 POSTPAID.

AMERICAN FLORIST CO.,

p. O. Drawer 164.

CHICAGO.

TRv DREER'S
Garden Seeds,

Plants, Bulbs & Requisites.

They are the best at the
lowest prices. Trade List Is-
sued quarterly, mailed free
to the trade only.

HENRY A. DREEB,
Philadelphia, Fa.

(Shekwood Hall Nuhseey Co.)

No. 427-9 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

HEADQUARTERS FOR

CALIFORNIA -GROWN
SWEET PEAS

And other Flower Seeds.

PACIFIC COAST
TREE SEEDS JAPANESE

And Native Bulbs. LILY BULBS

And other Oriental Specialties.

ONION SEED, PEAS, BEANS, ETC.

Write for special contract prices.

When writing to any of the advertisers
on this page please mention the American
Florist.

Siebrecht&Wadley,

rose bill nurseries,
New Rochelle, N. Y.

Palms,

ORCHIDS,

Roses,

and ^f&^vsr F»lants,

FRESH DRACAENA CANES NOW READY.

ORCHIDS OUR SPECIALTY.

The Best and Largest Stock in the World.
New &, Rare Foliage & Flowering Plants.

A errand selection for Stove, Greenhouse and Con-
servatory

SANDER, St. A/bans, England.

Our Mr. A. IMmmock will be pleased to Interview
buyers or reply to any communication addressed to
him at 205 Greenwich St.. New York City.

plants from last fall; these have a foundation and
will begin to run strong at once. 8*2.50 per 100;
$20.00 per 1000.

CLEMATIS for Fall Delivery.

Special prices at wholesale, on application.
Splendid .stock and assortment.
F. A. BAI.LER, Bloomin^on, 111.

g A. ceo ^^'" '" "'^ ^"^^ "' "'^ *'*''^'

TkTTC'P 50 lbs 81.50; 100 lbsr2.,'J0.

JJ U O X ■ «5-Sample Frek.

TO

Vaughan's Seed Store, m. Cliicago.

Please mention the American Flo-
rist every time you write any of the
advertisers on this page.

PALMS.

150,000 of all the leading va-
rieties.

FERNS.

50,000 of leading varieties.

Address QEORGE WITTBOLD,

1708 N. Hoisted St., CHICAOO.

E.G. HILL & CO..

wnoiesaie Florists

RICHMOND. INDIANA.

Always mention the American Ro-
rist when writing to advertisers.

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Aug.

Toronto.

We have been blessed with several good
showers this last week, which has put
new life into the grass and flower beds,
and the parks and gardens are now about
at their best. The Horticultural Gardens
are looking especially gay and well kept
just now. I notice some very tasty beds
of Verbena venosa and variegated stevia,

Manton Bros, give up their store on
Yonge street this week, their lease having
run out. They will grow for the whole-
sale and market trade now.

The annual picnic of the Gardeners' and
Florists' Association will be held at Vic-
toria Park on the 8th of August, when it
is hoped that the boys will turn out en
masse and endeavour to forget all about
the hard times for a few hours at least.
The park is on the lake shore a few miles
east of the city, and easily accessible
either by steamboat or electric cars.

The regular meeting of the association
last week was well attended considering
the season and that there was no very
important business on hand. When once
fairly under way though there was no
lack of subjects to talk upon. Judges for
the chrysanthemum show were chosen,
and the secretary instructed to secure
their services if possible. The date of the
show has been set for the second week in
November, subject to alteration if Thanks-
giving day does not fall in that week.

In my last week's notes I omitted to
mention the groups of plants at the late
flower show, which are one of the orinci-
pal and prettiest features; there is some
taste displayed in the get upof these. Mr.
J. H. Laing was first again with an
arrangement in his usual good taste;
every plant tells and shows its natural
form. M .J. Cotterill was second with a
lot of fine plants, but they were set up in
the old style, formal bank, which does
not show their form and only part of their
beauty. Messrs Manton Bros, took third
and the Horticultural Gardens fourth, the
latter a great improvement in style on
former endeavours, but it is wonderful
how people stick to the idea that a group
of plants must be highest exactly in the
middle, and slope down evenly on each
side. E.

FRftNGIS' MBTflL STEMMING rOINTS.

Nashua, N. H.

Nashua has had a hail storm. Fortu-
nately for the possessors of glass houses
the hail stones were not large and the
damage to glass was not heavy. A.
Gaedcke & Co. suffered to the extent of
one hundred lights more or less. C. H.
Blake lost about fifty lights, and (;. H.
Buxton escaped without much damage.
Alfred Chase, a market gardener, sufTt-red
severely as to his forcing house and out-
side crops. Considerable injury wasdone
to trees and gardens. A large elm grow-
ing near the front door to Judge Iloitt's
residence had one of iti sections snapped
off, although at the place of the break it
wa* fifteen to eighteen incbesin diameter.

Oi'K trade directory and reference book
for 1894 contains 270 imges of informa-
tion of real practical value to every one in
the trade. Price .$2.00.

WHITE DOVES

Fom FLORtSTS.

I.nrif<-<it nri<1 flncnt ■UK:k In th« Unlt#d
M|ni<-N WrlUt for prUMM to

S. J. RUSSELL.

it'iO Monlgomtr) St., Itittj Clt>. N. J.

PATEKTEn .lULY 11th, 1893.

Latest Device for Stemming Cut Flowers
without Toothpicks and Wire.

Will keep set pieces fresh longer, as flower
stem is entered deep in the moist moss. Man-
ufactured hy the Novelty Point Works in 5
sizes, from "s to y2 inch in diameter.

Xxi ^C33ces of 1C300 Z^oints

SIZE No. 1 60 cts. SIZE No. 3 80 ct8.

SIZE No. 2 70 cts. SIZE No. 4 ... 90 cts.

SIZE No. S (largest), bo.v of 250 points. .33 cts.

For sale by all leading Wholesale Seedsmen and Dealers in Florists' Supplies,
sizes for trial sent by mail, postpaid, ou receipt of 10 cents. Address

Samples of all five

HERMANN ROLKER. Room 3, 218 Fulton Street, NEW YORK.

GENERAL AGENT FOR AMERICA .4.ND EUROPE.

VICTORY I VICTORY! VICTORY!

The only Certificate ol Merit
awarded for ventilating ap-
paratus at the St. Louis
Convention was to the

POPULAR STANDARD
VENTILATING MACHINE

The florist's friend in
working and prices.

No repairs for 5 years,
no chain s to break
as is the result with
others.

Opens Sash uniform on
100 foot houses. A
new device.

Send lor Catalogue and Es-
timates.

Ej. nii»r»Ai«r>, "yo*aj3.g:e»to-wsa, oitlIo.

BOSTON FLORIST LETTER CO.,

13 Green Street, BOSTON, MASS.
Address all correspondence to 1 Music Hall Place.

lanufaciare THE BEST LETTERS II THE MARKET.

sizes ]>^-lnch and Mnch, K.OU per lUO. Patent

fastener with each letter.

With orders for 500 letters we t:lve away a nicely

Btalned and varnished box. See cut in next

week's Amerlciin Florist.

Our letter Is bandied by all the wholesalers In Boston.

AGENTS: A. Kolker & Sons. New York; Marschuetz
& Co.. 'iS N.4th Street, I'blladelphla. Pa.; F. K. Mc-
Allister. 22 Dey St.. N. Y.; Ernst Kaufmann & Co., Hi
N. 4th St.. Philadelphia. Pa.; 11. Bayersdorfer & Co.,
Philadelphia, Pa.; A. D. Perry & Co.. SI Warren St.,
Sjrracuse. N. Y.; A. C Kendal. 115 Ontario St., Cleve-
land. O.; E. II. Uunt, ?.> Lake St., Chlcuuo; Wisconsin
Flower ExchanKC. li^l Mason St.. MMkwaukee. Wis.;
n. Sunderbruch, 4lh and Walnut Sts.. Cincinnati. O.;
T. W. Wood & Sons. Hth and Marshall Sts. KIchmond.
Va. ; .las. Vlck's Sons, Hochester. N. Y. ; Dan'l B. Ix>nK.
Butlalo, N. Y.: C. A. Kuelin. St. IxjuIb. Mo.; C F.
HuntlDjrton A Co.. ImllanapollH. Ind ; Z. I)e Forest
Kly & Co.. WZA MarketSt.. IMillailelphla. I'a ; Portland
Seed Co., ITI ind St.. l*ortlarnl, Oregon; A. Uernnan.
41.S E.;t4th St.. New V.-rk; (Jeo. A. SiUherhiiid. 117 licam-
fleld St . Boston; Wolcli Bros.. No. lA Beacon St.. Bos-
ton; N.F. McCarthy \ Co., 1 Music Ilall Place. Boston.

.1. A. Sltnincrs, Ttjrorito, Ont.. AKCtit for Canada.

BE UP TO DATE,

And get the BEST. This is it.

LITTOMTIPEST.

Valuable Discovery of the 19th Century.

SILVER MEDAL AWARDED

BT THE

CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR OF 1890.

This preparation Is a sure destroyer of
the Scale, Wooly Aphis and Insect

Pests of any and all descriptions. It may
be as freely used in the conservatory, garden
and greenhouse as in the orchard or vine-
yard. It is non-poisonous and harmless to
vegetation when diluted and used according
to directions. It mixes instantly with cold
water iii any proportion. It is Safe, Sur*
and Cheap. No fruit grower or florist
should be without it.
Send for Circulars and Price £ist.

R. W. CARMAN, General Agent,
291 AMITY Street,
FL1TSHINO, Queens, Co., JX. T.

The Champion Ventilating Apparatus.

CHEAP. DURABLE. EFFICIENT.
Clrciiliir it'lH tho whole iil<ir> . It Ih fri'u.

AMERICAN ROAD MACHINE CO.,

KKNNI<;ir SOIIAKK. I'A.

H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.,

WHOLESALE

FLORISTS' SUPPLIES ONLY,

PHII.ADELPHIA. FA.

Oar n«w ClHtuloKun In iiuw out, fr«o apon
ftplillratlun.

MflR&GHUETZ & GO.,

Florists' SuDDiies.

23 & 25 N. 4lh St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Bend for ''*'*''y* — ^

, ax: ** C
.f fl S .-'
^' S - " X

World's
Pair.

MEDAL AWARDED.

ERNST KAUFMANN & CO.,
Wholesale FLORISTS' SUPPLIES

Nil. I i:i North nil Hlr«)'l,
Send for catalogue. PHILADELPHIA, PA.

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1273

SEND ADVS. NOW

FOR OUR

CONVENTION

NUMBER....

.... TO BE PUBLISHED

AUGUST 16.

NO INCREASE IN RATES.

Send copy to reach us not later than August 1 1,
and as much earlier as possible.

AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY,

P. O. DRAWER 164.

CHICAGO.

SEE HERE

BROTHER

FLORIST !

Aren't you tired polnp throujjh your houses two or
three times a day year after yenr nnd llfttnK yoxir ven-
tllatluK Bash one at a time and unipplng them up with
fltlek.8 or pots, with a chance of having aush blown off
and broken glass to pay for V If you are

We have pot Just the thing you need, the NE'WKST
and I5KST thing out. ^'The New Departure' for
about half the cost of the old stylo. iend for
Descriptive Catalogue to

J. D. GflRMODy, Evansviile, Ind.

IMtentcd .Iimi- iO, l«!l-t.

STRAPS

WITH

Unfolding Tight-Fasteners.
FRANK L. MOORE, Chatham, N. J.

WISHING TO INTRODUCE {.an"'^'"°^'^°"^

an. knowing what
a good thing it is, we offer sample crates f. o, b. Detroit,
which contains 51 5 inch. 'lA t> inch, *Jl 7-inch, 20 8-inch,
16 10-inch and 15 12 inch, for S7.40 cash with order. This
is the price we sell by the 1000.

Of the many testimonials that we receive we call your
attention to the communications of two of thebest known
expert Florists iu this countrj*:

Dethoit, July ly, 'm.
DETROIT FLOWER POT CO.

Sirs:— We wish to say that we Imvc used the Pans (as
made by you) for the piist seven years, and tlnd them very
useful for many things, such as bulb forcing, window and
table decorallonB, fern growing, ami might say we Hnd them
almost IndlapenBablc around greenhouses ami stfiru. We
grow a great many single stem "miimB" In them -one In a
5-Ineh pan up to a dozen to fifteen In a I-'-lnch pan, and can-
not recommend them too highly to florists.

Respt yours. JNO. BRKITMEYER \ SONS.

BrFFAl.o. N, v., ,Iuiy IT. 'W.
OETROIT FLOWER POT CO. SiRS:~WUl mall you my order for Pans In a few days. Don't tie afraid to
make up a good stock of them, for when the florists find out what a good thing they are for bulbs, ferns. »eed
pans, etc.. Tou will have a grand rush for them. 1 use them for forcing ail bulbs, and find the fs and IC-lneh
grand for Tulips. Itomans, Narcissus, DatTodlls. The 5. •'. and Mnch for Ferns. Freeslae and Valley, and anv of
the sizes are good for table or window decorations. I also tlnd them a grand thing for growing "Mums ' to
single stem tlowers; an s. 10 or I2-lnch pan with from 10 to -'0 plants Is a tine thing.

Respectfully yours. WM. SCOTT.

Price List of Standard Flower Pots sent on application.

DETROIT FLOWER POT MANUFACTORY, Howard, Wateh & Tmrteeniii sis , Detroit, Mich.

J. N. Struck & Bro.

Manufacturers ot

• CYPRESS •

LOUISVILLE, KY.

When wTltlnK mention the American Florist.

<1T A OO BOOK BOTTOM PRICKS Send for
UfLiAOo. Estimate. SatlBfactlon Guaranteed.

65 Warren St.. and 46, 48 St 60 College Place.
rre-w Xox-Ix. C^lty.

USE

I.tttcrs. Kniblems nnd
and free sample.

W.C.KRICK'S

Florists' Letters, Etc.

Medal Awarded at the

World's Fair.
And Highest Award

Wherever Exhibited.

riu'se Lettt'rs and
Ik'slgiis lire made ot
thi* iH'nt InimortoIIes.
wired on woe td or metal
fninies, having holes
drilled In them to In-
sert toothpicks, by
which they arc fnat-
ent'd In tlie design,
(ilve tlieraatrtal. You
will tlnd these goods to
be rtnperlor to any In
the inarkut.

Mncli ratters. ja.50

per lint,
iistnge. 15 eta. per 100.
For other styles of
f*end for catalogue

W.C.KRICK,l287Rroadway,Rrooklyn,N.Y.

For sale by all Florists' Supply Dealers.

1274

The American Florist.

Aug. 2,

Pittsfield, Mass.

Twenty-six members of the Gardeners'
and Florists' Club from Pittsfield enjoyed
a tally-ho ride to Lenox on the evening
of July 21, the object point being the
Bellevue Hotel, where they were invited
by the Lenox Horticultural Society to
help celebrate the occupancy of their new
hall, and their phenomenal prosperity. A
large number of the members at Lenox
being also prominent in the Gardeners'
and Florists' Club, we did not feel at all
bashful and our part of the program was
carried out to perfection.

About 80 sat down to a substantial
dinner. An address of welcome was made
by the ever vigorous Mr. Huss, and pledg-
ing their loyalty, friendship and good
will to the Gardeners' and Florists' Club,
which was duly responded to.

Among the speakers were Mr. Charlie
Weathered of New York, Mr. W. A.
Manda, South Orange, X. J., Mr. M.
Finaghtv, alwavs enthusiastic, A. P.
Meredith, Mr. Clifford, William GriflSn,
John White, A. H. Wingett, Seacord,
Savage and K^dwards. Several good
songs were intermingled and a very
pleasant night was spent, and the Pitts-
field boys were proud for the first time
that they were descended from old .\dam.

W. M. E.

Do Yor WA.NT Mr. Scott's seasonable
hints for the year in book form, so that
yon can refer readily to his suggestions
for any week in the year? You will find
them in this form in our trade directory
and reference book for 1894-. Price $2.00.

'c5-Manz

f-^ COMPANY'

R WAX ppocca* • ■

ICCTROTYPfNO ■ ••

Ifc5 A\ON(tOC 6TRFCT-
■ • CHICAGO '

Standard Flower Pots.

10 [M<r oont. orr tnr cxjih with order. Hponlal dl»-

1^-

nrjunt on Imrica oMcni, Wo curry n Inrui;
nUxrk on nan'1 or ifo«i<1 ntnfiitf |h»ui

PRICE LIST OF STANDARD FLOWER POTS.
Inch vAm. i/m IIUI • > CU
>.»
»U>
4.00
iOO

7. a

fOO

irlnoli (Mjlii, p«ir IdUU C'.' IIJ

7 •• •• »'..(«l

H •• " turn

V " •' i/>.uo

lu '■ p«r lou 10 gu

II •• ■• 16.00

II " •• ajii)

II to ID

)'. t:. Ill

AddrcM HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY,

.... FOKT eUWARD, N. V.
AataM ll»lk«r * H<>na. I*; \ y» w '.iitli Ht . N'l-w Vork
niT N«-w Vork Ai/i-tiu

When ^ou write to any of the ad-
vertisers in this paper please say that
you saw the advertisement in the
American Florist.

West Hobokkn, N. J,, June 4, 18114.
LOCKLAND LUMBER CO.,

Gi'Htlrinrii : — The carload of lumber you sent me reached me in a
very fine and sound condition. It is one of the best lots of wood I
have ever received in my long experience, both as to quality and
workmanship, and I shall certainlj' give you a call when in want of
more. Yours truly, E. ASMUS.

GUTTER MaTERmij, RIlDGBS, SSSH, ETC.
The finest CLEAR CTFRESS used.

\ A \^ F*>r circulars and estimates AUDKKSS

^ LOGKLflND LUMBER GO,

HfOclsrla^nci, O.

ti

Standard" Flower Pots.

As manufactured by us have carried off highest honors wherever shown and
have stood the best test. They are used in all the leading floral establishments
In the United States. For prices address

The Whilldin Potterv Company,

BRANCH WAREHOUSES: V^S. 715- 71? & 7^9 Wharton St., Philadelphia, Pa.

Randolph Ave. and Union St., Jersey City, N. J.
jMokBun Ave. and PearBon St., Long Island City, L. I.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS

Every user of Flower Pots should correspond with us before
purchasing elsewhere, our facilities are unequalled.

A. H. HEWS & CO., N. Cambridge, Mass.

Announcement to Florists.

We desire to atiuounce the dissolution of the finn of Sipfle Dopffel & Co., and to introduce to the
trade its successor, The Syracuse Pottery Co.j which will be under the management of William Dopffel
and Conrad Breitschwerth. The business will be conducted as heretofore, except on a larger scale to
meet the growing demand for our goods. We have accordingly enlarged our plant and capacity, and
with unsurpassed facilities are now prepared to fill the largest order on short notice. Our latest im-
proved machines are turning out the best and most serviceable flowerpots in the market, and assuring
you of our intention to lead in further improvements we solicit a continuance of your patronage iu the
belief that we can supply just what is needed at a price and iji a manner satisfactory to all.
Send for price list and samples and we know you will give us an order.

SYRACUSE POTTERY CO.

403 North Salina Street, SYRACUSE, N.

STANDARD FLOWER POTS.

OLD RELIABLE MAKE OF

Write for Catalogue and Price List.

PITTSBURGH CLAY MFG. CO. New Brighton, Pa.

Standard Flower Pots

Our new Pottery, new INachlnery, the very best Clay in the Country,
and <mr new Patent Kilns, M combined, make the best Standard Pot

in the market. Scrul fur price list.

parmenter mf'g company,

GEORGE MESSINGER, Manager. 15c»*t Krooltflolcl, A^Afll*.

Crabb & Hunter,

Florists & Fuel Oil Plant Contractors,

Alio Di'alir* in OIL HIJHNEKS. nnd Aqinlt lur

■nall'a Hydranllo Byatani ofuHiiiK oil for fuel
piiriHwrn. A'w "lint , ninl Yi \u J^ chcaprr llinii conl.

BOe Madison A«e.. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.

tF~H.'i»l r<rr I'lrciilnr

EvaiicV liii|)rov6(l GHflLLENGE
VentilatiiKj flDiiaratus.

Wrilc ('.I Illuvlriiltil C:iliilciKiic.

QUAKER CITY MACHINE WORKS, Rictimond, Ind.

tBg4.

The American Florist.

1275

HOT-AIR

WATER

For Your

GREEN HOUSE,

ROSE HOUSE,

NURSERY,

Conservatory, Lawn, '
House,Carden, Stock
orany other purpose.

Send for lllustraled Catalogue

DeLAMATER-RIDER AND PUMPING
DeLAMATER-ERICSSON r»p,yp

PUMPING bNblNt.
ENGINE.

Their operation is bo simple and
Bafe that a child can run tliem Tliey
will pump water from shallow
streams or any k-nd of well. Thev
can be arranged for anv kind of fuel.

Capacity 1.500 to 30.000 gallons
of water a day, according to size.

The De Lamater Iron Works,

87 South Fifth Avenue.
N£W YORK. N. Y.

Kroeschell Bros. Co.

Greenhouse : Boiler,

41 to 55 Erie St., CHICAGO.

Boilers made of the best of material, shell, firebox
Bbeeta and heads of steel, water space all around
(front, sides and back). Write for Information.

IMPROVED GLAZING.

GASSKK'S I'ATKNT ZINC .JOINTS for but-
ting plass makes greenhouses air and water tight; also
prevents sliding and breakage from frost. Does not
cost as much to heat a house glazed with the iolntf^.
thereby saving enough In fuel to more than pay the
additional cost of glazing. The leading Hortsts of the
country are using them. Write for circulars with full
particulars and price list.

<7. M. GASSER, FLORIST,

Euclid Avenue, CLEVELAND. O.

THE CHAMPION

floiomatic Ventilator.

The cheapest, easiest to operate, and by far the
best machine In the market. Don't buy a Venti-
lator until you have seen my Illustrated deecrlptlve
circular, which will be sent you free, trlvlng prices, etc.
AlflO Chauipton Soil Pulverizer aud Sifter.

Address,
Box 114.

SPRINGFIELD* O.

Send orders for . . .
CLEAR CYPRESS

Greenhouse Material

from bottom of grutter up.

CorreBpondence Bollclted. Estimates cheerfully
furnished.

LYMAN FELHEIM, ERIE, PA.

Greenhouse Pipe and Fittings.

Large quantities of our Pipe are in use in Green-
houses throughout the West, to any of which we
refer as to its excellent quality.

Pipe can be easily put together by any one, very
little instruction being needed.

GET THE BEST.

Hot-Water Heating, in its Economy and Superi
ority, will repay in a few seasons its cost.
Mention American Florist.

L. WOLFF MFG. GO., 93 to 117 W. Lake Street, GHIGAGO.

WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR.

Gorney

Hot Water Heaters
0 Steam Boilers.

uuiney bouuic Ciuwn nut water heater.

Mention American FiortBt.

UNEXCELLED FOR GREENHOUSE REQUIREMENTS.

Send for G-reenhonse Catalogue.
163 Franklin Street (Cop. Congress).

BOSTON, MASS.

1..T T .»T^ 4 Johnson- & Co.. 71 John St.. New Yoik and vicinity.
A%J;;?/l» \ J. C. F. Trachsej.. 246 Arch St.. Phlla. and vicinity.
AOENCits ^ ^ f^ GRIFFI.VG iKON Co.. 34 Dearborn St . Chicago
and Western States.

H. M. HOOKER COMPANY,

57 and 59 W. Randolph Street, GHIGAGO.

FOR GREENHOUSES.

•Wei-t& «ox- latest prloes..^*-"

Pat. 1882, '85, '86,
88, '90, '91.

GFRIMQ STEEL GALVMUZED"

ARMOHEO

FOR WATER, AIR, STEAM, ACIDte
OILS, LIQUORS, GAS, SUCTION,

And for any and every purpose for which a hoa*

can be applied.

Sizes, J^-inch to 42 inches diameter.

The making, vending or use of any Serviceable

Armored Wire Bound Hose not of our manufac-

ture is an Infringement on one or more of our

Patents. The rights secured to us render each Individual dealer or user responsible for such unlawful
use with all the consequences thereof. For vrices and discounts »ddr«sWATERBURY RUBBER CO,
Sole Ml'rs and Owners of all the Sphincter Grip Armored Hose J^Unis.*9 Wapren Street. Mew To-
.T. C. VAUGHAN, Aeent, CHICAGO.

GREENHOUSE BOILERS.

We have in stock boilers new and second-hand, suitable
for heating Greenhouses. Prices Low.

143 & 145 N. Third Street, PHILADELPHIA. PA.

HAIL

T.OCK THE DOOR BEKORE
THE HORSE IS STOLEN
DO IT NOW.
JOHN G. ESLER, Sec'y, F. H. A.. Saddle River, N. J

159 & 101 Soutll Fiftli .\vc.. New York.

NATURAL GAS MADE GLASS,

for Rose Mouses, Conservatories, etc., etc.

1276

The American Florist.

Aug. 5,

Index to Advertisers.

AdT. rates. eU!

.VSA

Lord A Bumham Co

..1276

American Boiler Co.

.1276

LoTe*rrove A Co ...

.127,1

American Road Ma-

McCarthy N FA Co.

126.1

chine Co

.IK!

McFarlandJ H

12tH

Baker Bros

lassi

McFarland J H Co.

.126-7

BallerFA

1271

Mac Bean A S

.126!!

Barnard W W A Co.

.I2<j6

Manda W A

.I2>r;

.l-.Ti

Manz J A Co

1274

Berirer 11 H i Co....

12h-

Marschuet^ A Co....

.127-2

Blanc A

.1272

Marqulsee I. E

12(iS

BockTheo

.l2b-7

May Jno N

12711

Bolanz Bros

.1268

MerriHeld J A..

.riiia

Bonsull .Io8 B

.12W

Michel Hit A Bulb Coin

Bos .lohn Earth ...

..121-

Mlllang Bros

. 12lB

Boston Letter Co....

xzn

Monlnger JnoC

1276

BuntlnK Saml J

Bums AKaynor

XiX,

Moore Frank L

l-.'7:<

.12ia

Munn L R

.i26;i

Burrow J G

.1270

Nanz A Neuner, .

.l-2h'.

Carman H W

.12T2

National Plant Co. .

.1269

CanniHly J D

127;)

Nlemi-yer Q A

.1267

Chandlee * Mncauleyiass

NUes Centre Floral (

il2l'A

Ch'KO Folding Bo.\ CoiaB

Oasis Nursery Co....

. r.w

Corbrvv \ McKellar.

AVA

Parmenter >lfg Co..

.12,4

CottaKc (;arden8 The.l27U

PennockCJ

.1270

Co.x Seed A i'lani Co

.1267

PennockSaml S ...

.1264

Crabb A Hunter...

1274

Plerson FRCo

.12611

neamud J B A Co —

.12ia

Pitcher A Manda....

.l-.-h-,-

I)e Ijiraater Iron Wksl'-To

Plltaburg Clay MfgCol274

I>elaruve-CanlOD 1....

. 12lJJ

(, uakerClty Me hWksl274

Uelrolt Klower Pot

(.ulnlan PR A Co...

126K

-Mnfrr

1273

landall AL

.126,1

union J L

.12611

Reed Glass <^o

I2.;<

I>omer F'red A Son. .

.127U

Reed \ Keller

1274

Drecr II A

.1271

Kelnberg Bros

.12ta

Klllott W H

XtfA

Richards C B A Co. .

.1267

Klllson Wm

.1261

Roberts D H

.1276

Kanst 4 Bro

.1266

Boehrs Theo

.126b

Kelhelm Lvman

127.S

Roemer tted

.1268

Fisher A Alrd

.1270

liolker A A Sons....

.1267

Fllnn Wui M

.12B3

Rolker Herman. ...

i2rj

tiasser J M.

1275

Rupp J F

.latiH

Uonzalez FA Co

.1270

RussellSJ

.1272

Crand Rapids Fl'l Co.l2ti8

SanderiCo

.1271

tiroeaman CM

ICTP

Schneider Fred

.121)!

Gumey Heater Co .

127.',

Scollay Jno A

.1276

.12V..

Sheridan W F

r2IS)

UancockASon

.127U

Slebrecht A Wadley

.1271

Hartford H B

.lasi

Situations, wants. etc.l2tB

Ileacock Jos

.1268

Smith Nath A Son...

Helnl .loseph

.12<S

126B 1267 I2IB 1270

llerr Albert M

.law

Soltau Christian

.12IW

Hermanns Seed Store

Spooner Wm H

126.1

IM

1267

Stemmler T W

.12111

Hews A H SCO

1274

Streby SO

.1270

.1274

StruckJN A Bro....

.i2-,:(

HIIIKG ACo

.1271

Sullivan Joa T.

Vim

Hlppard E I2GC

1272

Sunderbruch U L. ..

.1265

Ultchlnn ACo

.1276

Sunset Seed A Pit Co.1271

Hooker 11 M Co

.1275

Sutherland Geo A..

.12>o

Ilonin KdwC

.12>S

Syracuse Pottery Co
TiesBon R F

.12-;4

HorunJamea

.1263

.i2ta

Ilortlcullural CoThe.iai"

Tricker Wm A Co...

.1270

llulftetx.>8Ch Bros —

.121,-7

United States Hotel.

. I2w;

Hunt EU

.YDit

Vaughan J C. 12l»; 120) 1271

Hunt M A Estate. . . .

..xasi

Waterbury Rubber Col276

Hunter Frank D....

.las

Weathereds Sons T W1276

.lames R 11

12<T7

Weebcr & Don

I2tr;

Jennln^ E B

1268

Welch Bros

.121i.

Jo<»ten C H

.1267

Whllldln Pot Co ...

. 1274

Kaufmann Ernst A Col272

White John..

.yanf'

Kennlcutt Bros Co..

.12IB

Williams A Sons Co

V!)-t.

Krtck WC

.I2ra

WIttboldGco

.\T,\

Kroeachell Bros Co..

.1275

WolfEE

l->75

Kuehn C A

.12i;i

WollTLMfgCo

r>75

Lackland I.omberCo.irt

Wood Bros

.12>il

L<onK nan'l B

.1264

VoungTbos Jr

ZlrnKtebel D

126,'>

l>Dowlale Kdwin

.1270

.126H

CoNVK.sTio.N' Nu.MnivR. — We shall issue
oar annual Convention Number August
16. Send copy for advs. as early as pos-
sible. No increase in rates.

(?^

Greenhouse

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^007 n/iw'TnoRHr /lv'r:..G/iicAoo.lLL

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iitiiMi trio AUKHK AN r l-*iHlnf

HITCHINGS & CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders

AND LARGEST M ANUI- ACTCREKS OF

GREENHOUSE HEATING ^'VENTILATING APPARATUS

Conservatories, Greenhouses, Palm Houses, Etc., erected complete with

our patent Iron Frame Construction. Plans and Estimates of

cost and illustrated catalogues sent on application.

^ 233 Mercer Street, NEW YORK.

LORD & BURNHAM CO.

Horticultural Architects and Builders,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING ENGINEERS.

Vf Plans and egtlmates furnUlied on application

l.ai-^;' vt i.iiihi, I'H of Greenhouse .StriK-tures. Six hlKTlieat Awards at World's l''Hlr.
. . . SEND FOUR CENTS POSTAGE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE, , . •

LORD & BURNHAM CO., Irvington-on-Hudsoil, N. Y.

GREENHOUSE HEATING

Is a branch of our business we have
given very close study for a good many
years, and can assure any one intending
to employ Hot Water or Steam that we
have the most modern system.

WKITK l-OK <AT.\I,0<;|IK.

18 TYPES. 174 SIZES.

Ijfj^. |. ADATTKI) TO Al.l, KIMIS Ol' ITKI,.

i?f American ^Oi7er Company

boston: new York: Chicago: Portland. ghe.

■^

Trado .Vlark ,

Hot Wutxr.

196 Ft. Hill Sqr. 94 Centre St. 84 Lake St

127 Sixth St.

THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS, i

liSrOOltl-'Oii A.TK D.

HoriiGuliural ftrchlMs and Hot Water Enolneers

Sen, I for <'ii(iil(iKii<'. 4-ih'ImhIiik -> 4'<'itlH In HhltnpH.

JVo. li 1 l C«»i»al ft4t., P^ICW TirOJKIC OITTT.

SEND ADVS. NOW FOR OUR

CONVENTION
NUMBER . . .

TO BE PUBLISHED

GREENHOUSE HEATING

AND VENTILATING.

Superior Hot Water Boilers
JOHN A. SCOLLAY.

74 & 76 MyrtIv Ave. Brooklyn, N.Y.
a#-Srii<l for Ciitalfjj^iir.